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Following the firing of head coach Jerod Mayo, the New England Patriots and former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel have been a match that many believe would pair well. After interviewing Vrabel for the opening, it appears the two are nearing a possible deal, per Jordan Schultz on X. “Sources: The #Patriots and Mike […]

With their Wild Card matchup against the Houston Texans getting the Nickelodeon makeover, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh got real on one of the channel’s most iconic characters: Spongebob Squarepants. Before Saturday afternoon’s action between the Chargers and Texans, the Nickelodeon broadcast featured a graphic of Harbaugh’s quote on Spongebob, expressing what makes […]

As the Chicago Bears begin their head coaching search after firing Matt Eberflus midseason, Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson is one of the top names for the job. As an incredibly profound offensive play-caller, pairing Johnson with Caleb Williams is something many Bears fans are hopeful for. However, on Friday night, a group of […]

Following the 2024 regular season, Green Bay Packers safety Xavier McKinney had two career-firsts after just one year removed from the New York Giants. Once McKinney joined the Packers in free agency, he was invited to the Pro Bowl and earned an All-Pro nod in his first year away from the Giants. Following McKinney’s Instagram […]

With the Chicago Bears’ head coach search underway, many different candidates have emerged as a potential fit in Halas Hall. While many want the Bears to hire Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, another name that arose was Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy. Though the Cowboys denied him permission to interview with the Bears, […]

With concerns about the Chicago Bears’ offensive line after rookie quarterback Caleb Williams led the league in sacks taken, general manager Ryan Poles made a move on Friday that could help bolster up the trenches, claiming a former Los Angeles Chargers lineman, per Jeremy Fowler on X. “The #Bears have claimed OL Jordan McFadden, per […]

With the Wild Card Weekend kicking off on Saturday, Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning joined Kevin Clark on This Is Football to discuss the coaches leading each team in the postseason. To reach the playoffs, a team must be well-coached. And when asked which coach Manning would’ve liked to be coached by, he didn’t […]

In a week that’s been full of travesty for the Los Angeles Rams and those within the affected area of the wildfires across California, Sean McVay’s team doesn’t appear rattled at all. Though this game didn’t necessarily involve the Rams, there was a moment following Sunday Night Football between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions […]

Heading into their Wild Card matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, the Green Bay Packers appear to be in better shape than they were to end the regular season, with a promising slew of injury updates on Jordan Love, Malik Willis, and Romeo Doubs, per Tom Pelissero on X. “#Packers QBs Jordan Love (right elbow) and […]

Within their first couple of seasons in the league, rookie quarterbacks are some of the most scrutinized players in the NFL. Given how impactful the quarterback position is, the criticism is somewhat justified, even if it isn’t necessarily fair. This notion of early struggles has been seen with Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and the […]

During the Orange Bowl between Notre Dame and Penn State, Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons took to social media and made a direct request on the Nittany Lions’ defensive captain Abdul Carter. “It’s only right the NFL lets me and Abdul play together,” Parsons wrote on X. Though the Orange Bowl featured poor quarterback […]

Once this Wild Card matchup was re-located due to the wildfires in California, the Los Angeles Rams — and Matthew Stafford, specifically — were dealt one more tough blow, as receiver Demarcus Robinson got charged with one count of misdemeanor DUI, per TMZ Sports. Hours after the Rams’ loss to the Eagles on Sunday Night […]

Going into their Wild Card matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. had one major piece of advice for his team regarding quarterback Baker Mayfield, per Zach Selby of Commanders.com. “He’s been hard to tackle in the pocket across every team that goes in there,” defensive coordinator Joe Whitt […]

Following the vicious fires in the Los Angeles, CA, region that caused this Wild Card game to relocate, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell had a heartfelt message for Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams before their playoff matchup, per ESPN. “There’s really no words you can say other than you’re thinking about them, […]

On Saturday night, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens face off for an AFC North rivalry battle to kick off both teams’ playoff journeys. And with that, Steelers star pass rusher TJ Watt had a message for the team, per Mike DeFabo on X. “TJ Watt is a 4x All-Pro, 7x Pro Bowler and the […]

Heading into their Wild Card matchup against the Houston Texans on Saturday, the Los Angeles Chargers received a mixed bag of injury updates, including the game designation for one of Justin Herbert’s key receivers, per the team’s X account. “LAC vs HOU game status. QUESTIONABLE: Eli Apple, JK Dobbins, Simi Fehoko, Quentin Johnston, Denzel Perryman, […]

Though their 5-12 record in 2024 might’ve painted a mostly negative picture for more Chicago Bears fans, not everyone has the same outlook on them moving forward. Some Bears fans might be pessimistic, expecting nothing but negative results moving forward unless George McCaskey sells the team. However, interim head coach Thomas Brown had a different […]

Going into Sunday’s playoff matchup against the Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles receiver AJ Brown’s injury status remains a hot topic. And while Brown practiced in a limited fashion on Thursday, he received an intriguing update, per Jeff McLane on X. “Do not see A.J. Brown at practice,” McLane wrote. “The #Eagles WR was listed […]

Following a disappointing season for the San Francisco 49ers, tight end George Kittle had nothing but encouraging words for the team’s young quarterback Brock Purdy, per David Lombardi on X. “George Kittle: ‘I think Brock took a huge step forward as a leader this year. I really do,’ ” Lombardi wrote. Although it didn’t result […]

In the NFL world, being the head coach of a failing franchise can be a humbling experience. After taking over as the interim head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2023, Antonio Pierce was hired as the full-time head coach in 2024, earning a chance to build on the foundation he helped build. However, […]

After clinching a spot in the NFL playoffs, the Los Angeles Chargers signed running back Ezekiel Elliott after starting two games for the Dallas Cowboys in 2024, per Jordan Schultz on X. “Breaking: Former #Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott is signing with the #Chargers, sources tell @NFLonFOX,” Schultz wrote. “Zeke wanted a chance to compete for a […]

Following their middling 2024 season, the Indianapolis Colts officially moved on from their defensive coordinator, Gus Bradley, while keeping Shane Steichen, following an announcement from the team’s X account. While some thought head coach Shane Steichen could’ve been on the chopping block, owner Jim Irsay shot down those rumors. Instead, the Colts went a different […]

Throughout his four seasons in the NFL, offensive lineman Teven Jenkins has had a rollercoaster of a career while with the Chicago Bears. When he plays, he’s an incredibly talented and physical lineman. However, he isn’t always on the field, causing reason for concern with free agency on the horizon. When asked about his thoughts, […]

As the Chicago Bears shift from the regular season to the offseason, their new focus is on acquiring the perfect head coach for quarterback Caleb Williams. After firing Matt Eberflus mid-season, the Bears have had extra time to think about what they want from their next head coach. And with the Bears’ list of head […]

As the Jacksonville Jaguars look for a new head coach this offseason, and probably some new players, owner Shad Khan noted every player on the team has a voice, not just Trevor Lawrence, poking at Aaron Rodgers’ possible influence over the years, per Mia O’Brien on X. “Asked about if Trevor Lawrence will have a […]

As the Atlanta Falcons prepare for their Week 18 battle against the Carolina Panthers, they could be doing so without receiver Darnell Mooney. After a limited practice on Thursday, Mooney was downgraded to a non-participant on Friday, causing the Falcons’ receiver to likely be sidelined on Sunday with a shoulder injury, per Ian Rapoport on […]

During the latter half of Saturday Night Football against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris had to leave the game with what looked like a head injury, per Ian Rapoport on X. “Steelers RB Najee Harris is being evaluated for a head injury, and he is questionable,” Rapoport wrote. Though […]

Once the New York Giants took down the Indianapolis Colts 45-33 in Week 17, their chances of securing the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft were slashed significantly. However, after the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Cleveland Browns 35-10 in Week 18, the Giants’ chances of clinching the No. 1 pick were crushed completely, […]

During the Baltimore Ravens’ Week 18 beatdown of the Cleveland Browns to close out their regular season, some fans were more interested in what others in the crowd were wearing than the actual game. In fact, one fan got exposed on social media for wearing a Ravens Tom Brady jersey, per KickaStayTrippy on X. “Hey bro, […]

Going into the most anticipated game of the 2024 regular season, the Detroit Lions have a bone to pick with the Minnesota Vikings. Before the Lions and Vikings clash in Week 18 on Sunday Night Football, the away team reportedly bought out just under 2,000 tickets for approximately $2 million and re-sold them to their […]

With the NFL regular season coming to a close, the MVP race is heating up for what could be a photo finish. While some people think Lamar Jackson or Josh Allen will win the MVP award, former head coach Jon Gruden announced who he thought should win it on social media. “Well, who is this […]

Before their biggest regular-season matchups of 2024 against the Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions got some added help coming, as Kalif Raymond and Alex Anzalone were activated off IR on Saturday, per Adam Schefter on X. “Help for Sunday night: Lions activated WR Kalif Raymond and LB Alex Anzalone from injured reserve,” Schefter wrote. Considering […]

After being drafted in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams, linebacker Ernest Jones IV has moved around quite a bit throughout his first four seasons in the league before landing on the Seattle Seahawks. He spent three seasons with the Rams before getting traded to the Tennessee Titans. […]

At the end of some college football players’ careers, they make long declarations, giving thanks to those who supported them throughout their journeys up to that point. And with some players, the NFL Draft is their next stop. However, not every player makes it to the NFL Draft, like Washington football linebacker Drew Fowler. Following […]

Following an ugly 36-14 loss to BYU in the Alamo Bowl, Colorado football’s Shedeur Sanders’ 2025 NFL Draft stock seemingly took a hit. And while some have linked Sanders to being the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft, that doesn’t appear to be the consensus across the league, per Tom Pelissero in his appearance […]

Heading into Week 18 against the Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos receiver Courtland Sutton can tack an extra chunk of change to his paycheck for the year, per Peter Schrager on X. “Courtland Sutton restructured his contract in the summer, with incentives that triggered escalator bonuses,” Schrager wrote. “With 82 receiving yards Sunday, the @Broncos […]

After 2024 first-round quarterback JJ McCarthy went down with a season-ending injury in the preseason finale, the Minnesota Vikings have relied on veteran quarterback Sam Darnold to lead them to a 14-2 record. And with Darnold seemingly reviving his career with the Vikings on his one-year deal, trade rumors surrounding McCarthy have spread like wildfire. […]

With the AFC Playoff Picture shaping up after the Chiefs clinched the No. 1 seed in Week 17, the Buffalo Bills made a move at signing a third quarterback for the upcoming postseason, per Ian Rapoport on X. “The #Bills have signed QB Mike White, who could get some playing time with Josh Allen only […]

Heading into the most anticipated regular season game of 2024, both the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions are hopeful to be as healthy as possible. With the No. 1 seed in the NFC Playoff Picture on the line, the Vikings got a positive update regarding veteran running back Aaron Jones and his quad injury before […]