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The Cleveland Browns already had an issue with Myles Garrett this preseason. And now they face the problem of his injury, according to a post on X by Mike Garafolo. “#Browns DE Myles Garrett missed practice today with a hip injury, per the team.” Garrett’s status for the Week 1 opener against the Bengals is […]

Could it be a big year for the New England Patriots? And is Drake Maye ready to step forward and lead the team? There’s no doubt that offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has high expectations for the Maye-led quarterback room, according to masslive.com. “He’s the quarterback of our football team, and so I always have high […]

In a big way, Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto brought home the cash stacks. And now he’s talking about the Super Bowl. However, how good a deal was it? Here is the Broncos’ grade for the contract extension that is worth up to $120 million. First, let’s look at Bonitto’s progress. He wasn’t on the […]

The NFL is a rough place with collisions, injuries, concussions, and … field goals? Yeah, not so rough in the world of place-kicking, right? And because kickers are expanding their length, here is why the NFL must consider radical rule changes for field goals. And there is a reasonable solution. There’s no doubt the league […]

The Kansas City Chiefs will step into what could be a fun offense in 2025. And they will do it in another country. Additionally, Travis Kelce mocked Patrick Mahomes’ voice as payback for something Mahomes revealed earlier about Brazil. The Kelce impression came during a press conference, according to a post on X by Sports […]

Maybe you hit a home run in your fantasy football draft and secured Brock Bowers. If not, perhaps you were able to steer clear of guys like Travis Kelce. But whoever you have, it’s time to look at our fantasy football tight end rankings for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. There are a […]

The NFL season is here, and several fantasy football wide receivers may be overvalued. Of course, there will likely be surprises, too. However, it’s Week 1 for 2025, and here are our fantasy football wide receivers rankings. Of course, the league has its no-brainers. At the head of the list for Week 1 is the […]

It seems like hopes are flying higher for the Arizona Cardinals than they are for the low-talent New Orleans Saints. But how will things go when they meet in the opener? Let’s take a look at our Cardinals-Saints bold predictions for Week 1 of the NFL season. The Saints are coming off a 5-12 season […]

The Minnesota Vikings have a young quarterback trying to find his NFL way as they open against a rival. However, O’Connell used a Michael Phelps analogy to describe how teams have failed their young quarterbacks. O’Connell said it’s mind-boggling the way NFL teams approach the quarterback situation sometimes, according to ESPN. “In what world do […]

The Indianapolis Colts made their decision at quarterback. And it looks like Anthony Richardson won’t get a chance to go elsewhere. Furthermore, Peyton Manning’s young-quarterback take sums up the failure of Richardson. It seems like NFL teams don’t take the right approach, Manning said, according to The Athletic. “I think teams get too afraid of […]

While the Dallas Cowboys must deal with negative reaction to owner Jerry Jones, the trade of Micah Parsons could make the Packers’ defense a monster. However, more details have emerged about an ultimatum to Parsons after a last-ditch effort. The whole thing seems weird because it appears Parsons would have played on his current contract, […]

With the season on the cusp of beginning, the Dallas Cowboys’ trade of Micah Parsons made an Eagles player happy. And Parsons wished things could have been different. Perhaps they could have been as the Cowboys reportedly offered Parsons more guaranteed money than the Packers. But there was a catch. Sources insist the Cowboys offered […]

The Carolina Panthers enter the season with higher hopes than last year, while the Jacksonville Jaguars could be a sleeper. They meet in Week 1, and here are the Panthers-Jaguars bold predictions for the opener of the 2025 NFL season. Looking to improve on last year’s dud of a 5-12 season, the Panthers hope to […]

Sometimes it’s hard to pick the right quarterback for your fantasy football team. But usually, you can get one of the expected top defenses and feel OK about it. Still, how will those defenses get out of the gate? It’s time for ClutchPoints to reveal their defense/special teams rankings for Week 1 of the 2025 […]

It looks like the Philadelphia Eagles’ head coach is playing things close to the vest. But the team is still hopeful of running it back in 2025. Also, Saquon Barkley revealed Nick Sirianni’s Super Bowl-winning message before Week 1. Barkley said the message pointed out something very important, according to a post on X by […]

Things had gotten tough for the Atlanta Falcons on the offensive side of the ball. But they still enter the season opener with high hopes. And part of the reason is the defense. A pair of Falcons’ rookies earned an impressive Todd Bowles endorsement before the clash against the Buccaneers. Jalon Walker and James Pearce […]

It’s hard to believe, but the NFL season is here, and the powerful Baltimore Ravens have a huge first-game test against the stocked and ready Buffalo Bills. Ahead of the Ravens-Bills game, here are our bold predictions for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. This is a brutal rematch of last year’s AFC playoff […]

The season is here, and the hopeful Tennessee Titans will meet the expected-to-be-powerful Denver Broncos in the NFL season opener for both teams. Ahead of the Titans-Broncos game, here are our bold predictions for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. A win is all the Titans want, as they haven’t done that since Nov. […]

The Carolina Panthers suffered a tough injury with the loss of Jalen Coker. But they reunited with Hunter Renfrow. And the veteran receiver reaffirmed his commitment to the Panthers with his free-agency admission. Renfro said he had choices, according to a post on X by Joe Person. “Hunter Renfrow says he had other offers. But […]

The Dallas Cowboys locked up one premier cornerback when they signed Daron Bland to a long-term deal. Now they want to get the other one back on the field. However, Trevon Diggs still has “no certainty” on a timeline for his return, according to a post on X by Joseph Hoyt. “Matt Eberflus said they’re […]

Even though the roster is under wraps, the Buffalo Bills still might be looking for a boost. They want to iron out any rough spots because this could be a tremendous season. But tough choices had to be made on the 53-man roster, and here is the Bills’ most surprising cut before the 2025 NFL […]

The shock continues in the aftermath of the Green Bay Packers’ trade for Micah Parsons. And the Packers got the best grade possible for the deal. Of course, the Packers’ Super Bowl odds skyrocketed after the trade, according to a post on X Raheem Palmer. “Packers Division odds move from +220 to +170, making them […]

The Green Bay Packers didn’t waste any time in scraping up the cash to sign Micah Parsons. And Adam Schefter followed suit by rushing to X for a post that wound up going viral for his misstep. “ESPN Sources: Cowboys are trading three-time All-Pro LB Micah Packers to the Green Bay Packers. Parsons and the […]

One of the biggest storylines of the summer has been whether the Dallas Cowboys would trade Micah Parsons. And now the Packers seemed to be buzzing around the situation. However, Parsons seems to be taking matters into his own hands, filing a $24 million grievance with the NFL, according to ESPN. “Sources confirmed a grievance […]

No NFL team has it easy with roster cuts, and Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer discussed the difficulty. One of the players the Cowboys released was a 71-game starter. But the most surprising 53-man roster cut before the 2025 NFL season came from the wide receiver room. Depth isn’t necessarily a strength at that […]

There are several NFL fantasy football running backs who bring question marks into the season. Included in that mix is Derrick Henry. However, here are five undervalued running backs based on their 2025 ADP. At the top of that list is a player who is getting quite a bit of interest. But he deserves even […]

To find the top 2025 NFL fantasy football wide receivers, look here. Or, if you need a sleeper, check this out. And it’s also helpful to take a look at these five undervalued fantasy football wide receivers based on their 2025 ADP. Our first stop takes us to the AFC, where a stud receiver is […]

The Seattle Seahawks got some good news on the injury front, but not so much from the quarterback room. However, there’s room for fans’ excitement with the announcement of the Seahawks’ new Rivalries uniforms ahead of Week 1 in the 2025 NFL season. It’s a sharp uniform look and “speaks volumes,” according to the post […]

Yes, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray enters the season with a very positive outlook. And perhaps he can lift teammate Marvin Harrison Jr. into elite status. But many things have to fall into place, and here are three Cardinals’ bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season. Things looked pretty good last year as the Cardinals […]

The Washington Commanders got things settled with Terry McLaurin, but there is still roster murkiness with the backup quarterback spot. Also, the Commanders faced tough choices, and here is their most surprising 53-man roster cut before the 2025 NFL season. First, let’s talk about the elephant. The Commanders have the oldest roster in the NFL […]

Listening to the chatter, the Dallas Cowboys believe Micah Parsons will play in Week 1. But Stephen A. Smith said he shouldn’t do it without a deal in place. Furthermore, an NFL insider is not expecting a Parsons “Hail Mary” in terms of signing a new deal, according to ESPN’s Dan Graziano. “What I’m hearing: […]

The Kansas City Chiefs won’t get any connections between Patrick Mahomes and Rashee Rice during the early part of 2025. That’s because Rice accepted a season-starting six-game suspension from the NFL, according to a post on X by Tom Pelissero. “#Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is accepting and will serve a six-game suspension to start the […]

If you’re looking for the top NFL fantasy football running backs, check here. And if you want to know which backs will step forward this season, here’s the path to follow. But if you want to know the five fantasy football running backs who will lose the most touches in 2025, you’re in the right […]

It could be a year where Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud cuts loose. But the offensive line will be a key to his success or failure. However, Stroud shut down the sophomore slump narrative from last season, according to a YouTube post by Inside Coverage. “I really try not to harp back on last year,” […]

Injuries have been a big part of the San Francisco 49ers’ landscape this summer. But at least Christian McCaffrey looks solid so far. Assuming the 49ers don’t get devastated by injuries, here are three bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season. Closing with four straight losses, the 49ers went 6-11 last season. They also lost […]

After a couple of Dallas Cowboys players hit the IR, another one came off and is ready to go. And in another roster-setting decision, the Cowboys and Saints agreed to a trade before the regular season, according to a post on X, formerly Twitter, by Adam Schefter. “Trade: Cowboys are sending OL Asim Richards to […]

The Atlanta Falcons made their share of cuts recently. But the injury loss of a lineman put them in a position of need. They took a step toward rectifying that issue by acquiring a young offensive tackle from the Seahawks, according to a post on X, formerly Twitter, by Tom Pelissero. “Trade! The #Seahawks are […]

Sorting out the roster has been a challenge for the Dallas Cowboys. But they figured a couple of things out, placing two players on IR before the start of the regular season. A receiver and an edge rusher took the designation, according to a post on X by Calvin Watkins. “More Cowboys roster moves: Payton […]

The Carolina Panthers are hoping this will be the year where Bryce Young emerges as a quality NFL quarterback. And they’ve worked hard to protect him. If Young can raise the level of his play, the Panthers might surprise NFL observers. And here are three bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season. It was a […]