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Before one of the biggest regular-season games of the 2024 season, the Detroit Lions defense was talking their talk, preparing for Sunday Night Football against the Minnesota Vikings. And on Monday, Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold sent a shot at Justin Jefferson and the Vikings’ receivers, per the Detroit Free Press. “We’re a bad matchup for […]

During their record-setting 23-10 victory over Georgia in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, Pat McAfee gave Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard the ultimate endorsement on X. “Man… I very much underestimated how much of a DAWWWGGG Riley Leonard is,” McAfee wrote, reaching nearly 500,000 X users in three hours. As a major name in the college […]

With the Minnesota Vikings holding a 14-2 record, they could secure the No. 1 seed in the NFC on Sunday Night Football against the Detroit Lions. With tame expectations coming into 2024, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell had one moment during the offseason where he knew they could contend for a Super Bowl, as mentioned […]

It’s been reported that the Chicago Bears head coaching job in 2025 is one of the most coveted jobs in the NFL. With quarterback Caleb Williams, loads of cap space, and leaders in key positions, any coach who’s looking to become a head coach in 2025 likely has the Bears as a potential landing spot. […]

Once the AFC Pro Bowl rosters were announced, one name wasn’t on the list, shocking many people at first glance. As one of the most decorated active quarterbacks in the NFL, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was left off the Pro Bowl roster, joining two-time Super Bowl champion Ben Roethlisberger in a historic feat […]

Although his rookie season with the Chicago Bears has caused people to question his capabilities, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has a plan in mind for the upcoming offseason, per the Chicago Tribune’s Dan Wiederer on X. “I asked Caleb Williams about the QB1 maturation process that he’ll go through in 2025: ‘This offseason is going […]

With the Detroit Lions posting another 40-point victory over the San Franciso 49ers in a heated Monday Night Football battle, Dan Campbell’s wife took to Instagram to send a cryptic message to their upcoming opponent. The Lions face the Minnesota Vikings in a Week 18 matchup for all the marbles in the NFC North, and […]

Early into Monday Night Football between the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions, rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall made the best catch of his young NFL career. The 49ers were up 7-6 with just under two minutes remaining, and quarterback Brock Purdy found Pearsall near the sideline. The rookie receiver plucked the ball out of the […]

Before kickoff of what would be a heated Monday Night Football matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions, pass rusher Za’Darius Smith had a quick NSFW message to the opposition. “Don’t get scared now, mother f**kers,” Smith said, walking down the tunnel before Monday Night Football. Za'Darius Smith was taunting the 49ers on […]

With the 2024 NFL regular season coming to a close, the MVP race is heating up. Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen have been at the front of the race recently, but in the most recent episode of Micah Parsons’ podcast, the Dallas Cowboys pass rusher brought up a new name to enter into the MVP […]

In the first quarter of Monday Night Football between the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions, tempers flared between both sides with Jauan Jennings getting into an altercation with Kerby Joseph and Terrion Arnold. Following a block from Jennings that took Arnold outside the back of the end zone, the two got into it on […]

Going into Monday Night Football against the Detroit Lions, the San Francisco 49ers, specifically their defense, received a slew of unfortunate injury updates, per Adam Schefter on X. “49ers inactives tonight: QB Brandon Allen, DL Khalil Davis, LB Dre Greenlaw, OL Spencer Burford, DL Robert Beal Jr., CB Charvarius Ward, RB Israel Abanikanda” Of Monday […]

With just one week left in the 2024 regular season, the Los Angeles Chargers are the No. 6 seed in the AFC Playoff picture under new head coach Jim Harbaugh, and there’s a possibility they improve based on Week 18. However, with the Chargers set to play in the 4:25 p.m. EST timeslot on Sunday, […]

Although the Washington Commanders clinched a playoff berth following their overtime win against the Atlanta Falcons, head coach Dan Quinn made it clear where he stands on resting his starters versus playing them. Quinn made a statement on Monday, explaining why he made his decision, per Ben Standig on X. “Dan Quinn said the Commanders […]

After being pulled from Week 17’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones got a positive injury update ahead of their battle against the Detroit Lions in Week 18 for the NFC North title. Though Jones was diagnosed with a quad contusion, the injury doesn’t appear to be major, and […]

With playoff implications for both teams riding on the results of Sunday Night Football in Week 17, Washington Commanders fans and Atlanta Falcons fans were all across social media, showcasing their passion for their respective teams. And once the Commanders won following a thrilling end, that buzz grew even bigger. After driving down the field […]

Following a dominating 48-14 win by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 17 against the Carolina Panthers, quarterback Baker Mayfield had one of the best performances of his career, tying the most touchdowns he’s thrown in one game. After the win, Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles went on to applaud the seven-year vet on his […]

During their 40-14 loss to the Buffalo Bills, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw his ninth interception of the season, following it up with a debatable penalty. After throwing the interception to Christian Benford, Rodgers went after the Bills’ defender, giving him a slight push out of bounds and causing an unnecessary roughness penalty. […]

Following their impressive 45-33 performance against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 17, the New York Giants made NFL history, featuring their offensive rookie duo: Malik Nabers and Tyrone Tracy Jr. With Drew Lock under center, Nabers and Tracy became the third rookie duo to gain 1,000 yards from scrimmage, per the Giants on X. Just […]

Before the Atlanta Falcons’ Week 17 matchup against the Washington Commanders, the news of former President of the United States Jimmy Carter— a proud Georgian— passing away shook the world. As a long-time friend of President Carter, Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank released a statement on X from the team’s account. Blank’s statement encapsulated their […]

Following Josh Allen’s record-setting performance against the New York Jets in Week 17, Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott gave his take on who should win the MVP, per ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg on X. “Bills coach Sean McDermott: ‘I think Josh Allen continues to show why he should be the MVP,’ ” Getzenberg wrote. Now, […]

In the Buffalo Bills’ blowout of the New York Jets in Week 17, quarterback Josh Allen made NFL history once in 2024, cementing himself as a finalist for the MVP award. In the third quarter against the Jets, Allen joined an exclusive club of elite quarterbacks throughout NFL history, per the Buffalo Bills’ PR account […]

In their final game of the season, Colorado football put up one of its worst performances, falling to BYU in the Alamo Bowl 36-14. While the score shows what kind of game this was, a vocal group on social media loved Colorado’s downfall as a football program in the last game Deion Sanders will coach […]

Throughout the 2024 season, Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride has been a staple of Kyler Murray’s passing offense. However, there’s been one part of his game that the Cardinals haven’t been able to unlock this season, and that’s touchdowns. That is, until McBride hauled in his first touchdown of the season against the Los Angeles […]

During their Saturday night matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner— who entered the week dealing with a knee injury from Week 16— exited the matchup after aggravating his knee, per Adam Schefter on X. From the start, it was an interesting choice for the Cardinals to play Conner, as […]

Following a back-and-forth affair between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Denver Broncos in Week 17, the NFL world erupted into a frenzy after the overtime ending. This was a crucial game for both sides, with the Bengals’ playoff hopes riding on the result. Now, following the win for Cincinnati, their playoffs hope remain alive. Along […]

During the 2024 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers sent fans into a frenzy after using the 31st pick on Florida receiver Ricky Pearsall over Ladd McConkey. While fans had strong opinions at the time, social media went into a frenzy once again after the Los Angeles Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey— who was selected after […]

Before kickoff against the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday afternoon, the New England Patriots had a pre-game celebration planned for their former receiver Randy Moss, as a nod to him and his battle against cancer. After seeing the pre-game presentation, Moss took to social media, expressing how the gesture made him feel. “It’s the BIG […]

Considering how disappointing the Cincinnati Bengals’ 2024 season started, there’s still a way for them to make the playoffs. Four potential scenarios would result in the Bengals making the 2024 NFL Playoffs, including their outcome against the Broncos in Week 17. Option No. 1: The Bengals must win against the Denver Broncos and Pittsburgh Steelers. […]

In a season full of injuries for New Orleans Saints receiver Chris Olave, Saturday’s injury update shows that he’s set to miss Week 17 against the Las Vegas Raiders, per Adam Schefter on X. After being placed on the NFL concussion protocol in Week 9, Olave has missed every game since. And now, he’s set […]

With the San Francisco 49ers looking to play spoiler on Monday Night Football against the Detroit Lions, it appears they’ll have Isaac Guerendo back on the field. The 49ers’ rookie running back looks to return to the field after working through hamstring and foot injuries that caused him to miss Week 16, per Adam Schefter […]

With the Chicago Bears needing a new head coach in 2025, many names have emerged as potential fits. Most recently, former Seattle Seahawks and USC head coach Pete Carroll’s name was mentioned as a possible fit for the Bears’ head coaching vacancy, which Bears receiver DJ Moore seemingly would be on board for. Following the […]

With the amount of attention Brock Purdy got when gifting each of his offensive linemen a new car for Christmas, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff knew he’d have to go all out when deciding what presents he’d get for the guys protecting him all season. Though he didn’t gift any trucks, Goff gave his linemen […]

During Thursday Night Football between the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks, sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung spoke with Jaylon Johnson about his team’s head coaching search and what he looks for in a coach, emphasizing Caleb Williams and the offense. In fact, Hartung revealed Johnson’s short list of coaches, per Clay Harbor on X. “Jaylon Johnson […]

During Thursday Night Football between the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks, Kirk Herbstreit didn’t hold back when discussing Caleb Williams’ outlook after his first 16 games as an NFL quarterback. “I think the thing that remains to be seen— and only time will tell —is if he understands what it takes to be an NFL […]

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, long-time NFL broadcaster Greg Gumbel officially passed away on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, per a statement from his family on X. “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father, Greg Gumbel,” his wife and daughter wrote in a statement […]

With the Cleveland Browns trying to cover their tracks following one of the most shocking contracts in NFL history with Deshaun Watson, the two parties have seemingly agreed to a restructured contract, per Ian Rapoport on X. “Sources: The #Browns and QB Deshaun Watson have agreed to terms on a contract restructure, easing the salary […]

The Indianapolis Colts are looking to end their season on a high note, especially with second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson. And the skies are looking clearer after Colts head coach Shane Steichen met with reporters on Friday to give an injury update on their quarterback heading into Week 17, per Tom Pelissero on X. “#Colts QB […]

Sitting in second place in the AFC after their narrow 24-21 victory against the New England Patriots, there’s a pathway to the No. 1 seed for the Buffalo Bills. And with the debate on resting starters in the final week of the season before the playoffs, Bills head coach Sean McDermott wasn’t ready to give […]