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It didn’t take long for Mike Tomlin to part ways with the Pittsburgh Steelers before rumors like Brian Flores replacing him hit the Internet. Or perhaps a college coach like Marcus Freeman might get the call. But Tomlin will likely have his own day, and here are four head coaching jobs Tomlin must keep an […]

It was a busy news day for the Pittsburgh Steelers as questions lingered about Aaron Rodgers while Mike Tomlin decided it was time to step down after 19 seasons. And it didn’t take long for the rumors to emerge, with Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman popping up as a possible successor to Tomlin. Reports […]

The Los Angeles Chargers’ season ended in shame with a miserable loss. And they might lose defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, too. Minter’s whirlwind head coaching interview list continued with the Cardinals and Dolphins headlining the updated requests, according to a post on X by Albert Breer. “Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter has interview requests from […]

The Philadelphia Eagles suffered a stunning playoff loss, putting Nick Sirianni’s future with the team into question. And Nick Foles sounded the alarm about Sirianni’s skillset after the loss to the 49ers. Foles questioned why the Eagles were unable to fix their offensive woes, according to a post on YouTube by The SZN with Nick […]

The Washington Commanders decided they couldn’t wait on getting Mike McDaniel, so they pulled the trigger and selected David Blough as their new offensive coordinator. And here is why the promotion of Blough makes perfect sense. After a 4-13 finish for what started as a hopeful follow-up to the 2024 NFC Championship run, change had […]

If you listen to the Pittsburgh Steelers players, they wouldn’t mind Aaron Rodgers coming back. That includes DK Metcalf. However, while Rodgers was fine for the 2025 season, the Steelers need a youth movement. And it needs to start at the position of quarterback. The Steelers got humbled 30-6 at the hands of the Houston […]

The wolves are out for the firing of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, and the players are weighing in on that matter and on Aaron Rodgers. That includes DK Metcalf, who sounded off after the playoff debacle about whether he wants Rodgers to return. The Steelers suffered a second-half humiliation at the hands of […]

The Tennessee Titans have cast their eyes on John Harbaugh, along with former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski. Furthermore, they gave Brian Daboll his first known head coaching interview after the Giants’ firing, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. “Sources: The #Titans will interview former #Giants HC Brian Daboll for their open HC […]

Let’s be honest, the Chicago Bears got a little lucky in their win over the Packers. But give Ben Johnson credit for keeping his team in the game despite the first-half deficit. And ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith is a “Ben-leiver” as he dropped a Caleb Williams and Johnson Super Bowl guarantee. Smith made the bold […]

While the Philadelphia Eagles deal with the aftermath of A.J. Brown’s drops, there are several places he could end up in a trade. And here is the perfect offseason trade the Eagles must make after losing to the 49ers in the Wild Card Round. Late in the fourth quarter, the Eaglers were victimized by Brock […]

It seems like San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan used a lot of tricks against the Eagles. And now he has to face the Seahawks again. But Christian McCaffrey’s game-winning touchdown video shows just how deep Shanahan was in his bag. It was quite a play, according to a post on X by Ted Nguyen. […]

While Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur deals with the aftermath of the team’s collapse, star tight end Tucker Kraft said his injury rehab is ahead of schedule. And another injured Packer, Devonte Wyatt, promised a training camp return from serious leg and ankle injuries. Wyatt made the optimistic prognostication, according to a post on […]

In the aftermath of New England Patriots QB Drake Maye’s performance and Mike Vrabel’s “blood” message, a different issue showed up. And Vrabel sounded off about Kayshon Boutte confessing his gambling addiction, according to a post on X by Mike Kadlick. “Mike Vrabel on #Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte sharing his struggles with gambling addiction: “That’s […]

Back in November, the Green Bay Packers lost Tucker Kraft to an injury. It ended what had become a promising season. But there’s good news as Kraft claims he’s ahead of schedule for his ACL injury rehab, according to a post on X by Matt Schneidman. “Tucker Kraft: “By the time Week 1 rolls around, […]

The Carolina Panthers had reasons to be happy about their playoff performance, but, of course, someone has to take the blame for the loss. Looking forward, here are the Panthers’ top free-agent targets after their crushing playoff loss to the Rams. It was a hard-to-take 34-31 setback, where the Panthers held the lead until the final […]

The Green Bay Packers may need the entire offseason to get over their loss to the Bears. And maybe they will do it with a new coach. But, looking forward, here are the Packers’ top three free-agent targets after the crushing playoff loss to the Bears. The 31-27 loss, complete with a fourth-quarter meltdown, will […]

The Baltimore Ravens are looking at coaches like Kliff Kingsbury, along with Broncos DC Vance Joseph. Furthermore, the Ravens interviewed Klint Kubiak for their vacant head coaching role, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. The Ravens recently parted ways with longtime head coach John Harbaugh. The position is viewed as a good […]

Maybe NFL announcer Al Michaels touched a nerve with the league about a Will Reichard field goal. And Michaels can make a few mistakes. However, Michaels will return as the Prime Video play-by-play broadcaster for the 2026 NFL season, according to a post on X by Ari Meirov. “Amazon confirmed to @richarddeitsch that Al Michaels […]

Yes, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has dealt with a recent foot injury. And yes, the Bills have some issues on defense. However, the excuses are gone for Allen, and he must do it this year and win the Super Bowl. Remember, this is the NFL. Excuses are reserved for head coaches who get fired, […]

There’s no doubt that Seattle Seahawks receiver Cooper Kupp stands beside not only his offensive coordinator but also his quarterback. However, there’s something Kupp can’t take. He mutes commentators like Cris Collinsworth, according to a post on X by Gregg Bell. “Cooper Kupp will watch NFL playoff games with his boys at home on #Seahawks […]

The Green Bay Packers have good news with Jordan Love ready to go, and Trevon Diggs facing no limitations. However, the Packers listed six players as questionable on their injury report for the Bears game, according to a post on X by Rob Demovsky. “Packers list six as questionable: RT Zach Tom (back/knee) S Javon […]

The Los Angeles Rams face a tough battle against the Carolina Panthers. But they should have an edge if Davante Adams plays, as expected. Still, like every NFL team, the Rams have a fatal flaw, and it could derail their Super Bowl hopes in the NFC playoffs. The Rams, who have a record of 12-5, […]

Who cares if the Carolina Panthers backed into the playoffs? Head coach Dave Canales isn’t worried about his team’s record. And since the Panthers pulled off the upset the first time against the Rams, here are three reasons that can do it again. Let’s be honest about this situation. The Panthers are a big underdog. […]

With Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert still dealing with his injured hand, head coach Jim Harbaugh knows it’s still time to put up or shut up. But the Chargers have a fatal flaw that will derail their Super Bowl hopes in the AFC playoffs. The Chargers, who finished the regular season with a record […]

It’s quite simple, and Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen will need to be Superman for his team to win. Also, health should not be an issue with his foot doing better. Taking those things into consideration, here are bold predictions for the AFC Wild Card game against the Jaguars. These teams will meet on Sunday […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars have an injury situation that could cause problems, especially with Bills QB Josh Allen healthy. And here are the Jaguars’ bold predictions for the AFC Wild Card game against the Bills. These teams will meet on Sunday at 1 p.m. (ET). The Jaguars finished with a record of 13-4, while the Bills […]

It was a tough end to the season for Washington Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore, who suffered a torn ACL in early November. Previously, he had endured a tough game against the Cowboys. But Lattimore experienced a different adversity after the season’s end, and the Commanders released a statement about his arrest, according to cleveland19.com. “We […]

The Tennessee Titans opened their coaching search with a Colts assistant. They also plan to look at Raheem Morris. And here is what the Titans want in their next coach to make sure Cam Ward doesn’t bust, according to a post on X by Jim Wyatt. “@Titans GM Mike Borgonzi: Cam Ward went through a […]

The Washington Commanders need to overhaul their roster for the 2026 season. And Adam Peters has hinted about a draft trade that could bring in more picks. And here is the Commanders’ three-round 2026 NFL Draft, according to the PFF mock draft simulator after the 5-12 season. The Commanders enter with the No. 7 overall […]

The Chicago Bears aren’t happy after their loss to the Lions, and Ben Johnson offered his team an urgent challenge. With their NFC Wild Card game against the Packers looming, here are bold predictions for the Bears. These teams will meet Saturday night, with the homestanding Bears entering the contest as a 1.5-point underdog. That […]

The Los Angeles Rams should get Davante Adams back for their playoff game, and that will help them continue to be part of a dominant season by NFC West teams. And here are bold predictions for the Rams’ NFC Wild Card game against the Panthers. These teams met in the regular season, and the Panthers […]

The Green Bay Packers have a boasting safety, and they have also added a new cornerback. But neither of those things will be able to make up for a fatal flaw that will derail their hopes in the NFC playoffs. Talking is one thing. Doing is another. And the Packers can’t hold up against the […]

Despite the controversial loss to the Buccaneers, Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales didn’t blame the referees. And he was pleased that his team was still in the playoffs. Furthermore, the team made a move at the wide receiver position ahead of the Wild Card game against the Rams. The Panthers dropped a veteran and […]

The Washington Commanders have many roster problems to address. And there could be new coaches in the building. Managing the roster situation will take some work, and GM Adam Peters hinted at a possible NFL Draft trade, according to a post on X by John Keim. “When talking about the draft picks, Peters mentioned not […]

There’s still a chance the Arizona Cardinals could keep quarterback Kyler Murray, but the head coaching decision has been made. And here are the head coach and quarterback the Cardinals must bring in to replace Jonathan Gannon and Murray. The Cardinals closed the 2025 season with nine straight losses, sealing Gannon’s fate. Jacoby Brissett took […]

After a 6-11, Cincinnati Bengals star QB Joe Burrow isn’t happy. But head coach Zac Taylor didn’t lose his job. Also, Taylor announced that no staff changes are coming despite the nightmare season, according to a post on X by Ben Baby. It’s an odd decision for a franchise that doesn’t seem to have its […]

There’s no way to sugarcoat the tough loss the Baltimore Ravens took at the hands of the Steelers. And Lamar Jackson took it particularly hard. However, Patrick Ricard is still rocking with Lamar Jackson despite the crushing Week 18 loss, according to a post on X by Jeff Zrebiec. “Patrick Ricard: “As long as we […]

Things are set up nicely for the Las Vegas Raiders in next year’s NFL Draft, even though the Pete Carroll experiment didn’t work. And here is the head coach part-owner Tom Brady must bring in to fix the Raiders after the Carroll debacle. The Raiders finished 3-14, and that record was bad enough to secure […]

( There are many question marks about Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, and perhaps the team may be stuck with him. However, it sounds like Tagovailoa wants a fresh start out of Miami, according to a post on X by Hal Habib. “Tua on if he is hoping for a fresh start elsewhere: “That would […]