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On the offensive side of the football, the San Francisco 49ers have a solid force on the line. And they’re developing a younger one on the other side of the ball. Also, there are two 49ers veterans whose roles will be pushed by rookies in the 2025 season. At the forefront are defensive tackles Kevin […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have some weird incentives for Aaron Rodgers, and there are still areas they need to improve for the 2025 season. Furthermore, they will have to decide how much money T.J. Watt will be fined for skipping mandatory minicamp. Watt is on a veteran deal, which impacts the fines, according to a post […]

Who knows what is going on with the Cincinnati Bengals’ defense? And will they make it worse by trading Trey Hendrickson? But there’s nothing wrong with the offense, and Joe Burrow was named “Achilles heel” of two Super Bowl hopefuls. In rankings since the 2020 season, Burrow appeared as the biggest problem for the Broncos […]

There are plenty of reasons the Atlanta Falcons can be excited about their offense. And they may even have depth at quarterback if a trade doesn’t occur. But it is the defensive side of the ball where two Falcons veterans will see their roles pushed by rookies in the 2025 season. First and foremost, edge […]

It appears the New England Patriots’ second-year quarterback is learning the ropes. And one of his young protectors has looked good so far. Also, two Patriots veterans will have their roles pushed by rookies in the 2025 season. At the top of the list is center Jared Wilson, who may make veterans uncomfortable in their […]

Some intense battles are going on with the Los Angeles Chargers. And a rookie is making some noise. Also, Greg Roman made a “night and day” admission about the Chargers’ pass-catching group. The Chargers plan to move Ladd McConkey around this season, taking advantage of a new and improved receiver room, according to The Chargers […]

The New England Patriots are happy with their new linebacker. And they have a good feeling about a young lineman. Also, Tom Brady weighed in on the Patriots hiring Mike Vrabel as the team’s head coach. Brady played with Vrabel on the field from 2001-08, and he stands in Vrabel’s corner now, according to sportscasting.com. […]

There are positive reports from the Washington Commanders, but there are also frustrations with a specific contract situation. However, some young players are looking promising, and here are two Commanders veterans whose roles will be pushed by rookies in the 2025 season. It starts in the defensive backfield, where Mike Sainristil and Marshon Lattimore are […]

Zac TIt remains to be seen what the Cincinnati Bengals will do with Trey Hendrickson. But one teammate spoke in his favor. Meanwhile, were the Bengals thinking about Hendrickson when they surprisingly released their leading tackler ahead of mandatory minicamp? Turning loose Germaine Pratt saves the team money, according to posts on X by Tom […]

It hasn’t been a week full of good news for the Arizona Diamondbacks. But that didn’t take away from their stunning comeback against the Braves. And the wild win drew a Torey Lovullo truth bomb, according to a post on X by MLB Network Radio on Sirius XM. “It was magical.” The #Dbacks turned a […]

There are reasons for Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to be happy about his new offensive lineman. But Mahomes is also getting joy from college softball. And he gushed over Texas Tech’s NiJaree Canady amid the Women’s College World Series. Mahomes showed his support for the pitcher, saying her arm talent is special, according […]

Everything with the Pittsburgh Steelers has been centered on Aaron Rodgers lately. But the team has other irons in the fire. Also, the Steelers have a rising rookie who is turning heads in the team’s 2025 OTAs. The Steelers went heavy defense early in the draft, taking three players on that side of the ball […]

It’s likely that the Carolina Panthers need a little trade help, perhaps Jalen Ramsey. Or should they try to add Kyle Pitts? But there’s also good talent already on hand, as this rising Panthers rookie is turning heads in the team’s 2025 OTAs. When the Panthers’ turn came in the first round of the NFL […]

Well, the Pittsburgh Steelers finally got their quarterback for the 2025 season. Now, maybe they can make things right money-wise with star defender T.J. Watt. But here is the next big move the Steelers must make after securing an agreement with Rodgers. Not shockingly, the Steelers need to add something to the offense to make […]

It has been an interesting offseason for the Los Angeles Chargers, who have some hidden gems. And one of their young receivers has been shining. But here is the Chargers’ rising rookie who has been turning heads in the team’s 2025 OTAs. Leading the way has been the Chargers’ first-round pick. Running back Omarion Hampton […]

The Green Bay Packers have a nice situation with Romeo Doubs looking solid. But even Doubs has been impressed by another receiver. And that rising rookie is turning heads during the Packers’ 2025 OTAs. Matthew Golden, the Packers’ first-round draft pick, is making noise already. Doubs called the rookie a stud, according to a post […]

It happens every summer, and Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward is one of the recipients of over-the-top praise. Still, would the Titans consider a trade to give him another weapon? Ward isn’t the only rookie getting notice. A different Titans rising rookie has been turning heads in the 2025 OTAs. The Titans drafted Oluwafemi […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have their hands full with the quarterback situation. It seems like everybody feels the need to express their opinion on it. However, there’s another thing going on as T.J. Watt’s contract situation drew an eye-opening take from a franchise favorite. Charlie Batch said the Steelers better work on it, according to a […]

The hits keep coming for the San Francisco 49ers, who got positive injury updates for Christian McCaffrey and offensive tackle Trent Williams. Also, ESPN gave the 49ers the best chance of a turnaround along with the Bears and Patriots. The 49ers were tabbed as the team most likely to go from worst to first in […]

The Washington Commanders are getting a lot of love for the way they do things. However, that doesn’t mean they’ll be able to pull off a big trade this summer. Still, here is a rising Commanders rookie who is turning heads in the 2025 OTAs. There’s little doubt the Commanders must improve on the back […]

The Dallas Cowboys are trying to get their cornerbacks at the same level of strength as the room for the wide receivers. Also, head coach Brian Schottenheimer had a candid reaction to the Cowboys’ Super Bowl drought. Schottenheimer said he doesn’t spend time thinking about it, according to a post on X by Jon Machota. […]

Maybe the Arizona Cardinals will wind up with gold after Will Johnson slid to them in the draft. And the selection looks better after the recent injury news at cornerback. Looking ahead, here are three Cardinals’ hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. The 2025 season could take many different directions for […]

The Atlanta Braves are trying to cast a positive light despite their less-than-inspiring season so far. But a nagging injury adds to the doubt. And that leads to rumors, with ESPN’s Jeff Passan not ruling out a Braves’ trade of a core star. Passan said the Braves could find themselves in a position of needing […]

The Seattle Seahawks have tried to make life easier for Sam Darnold. But signing the quarterback remains a risky move. Adding the angst, Darnold flopped hard in his first session in front of the media. The Seahawks traded steady quarterback Geno Smith and banked on Darnold, who had a resurgent season with the Vikings in […]

There are high hopes for the Atlanta Falcons’ offense in 2025. But the franchise still can’t escape reminders of a haunted past. Looking forward, here are two Falcons’ hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. Every NFL eye saw what the Falcons did in the first round of the draft. They set […]

One player for the Denver Broncos is unhappy about his Pro Football Focus rating, while another player hopes for increased attention in the offense. Adding to the mix this season, here are three Broncos hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. Denver has big-time aspirations for the upcoming season. Super Bowl dreams are even part of […]

Ut-oh, there’s bad news coming from the Chicago Bears. And one former NFL general manager thinks the Ben Johnson-Caleb Williams pairing won’t work. Furthermore, the Bears’ new stadium efforts hit another wall, according to suntimes.com. “Another legislative session came and went without the Chicago Bears breaking the line of scrimmage in Springfield for legislation to […]

The New York Jets are hoping Justin Fields is the answer at quarterback. They also have high hopes for their new coach. And here are two hidden gems you need to know from their 2025 roster. At the forefront is second-year running back Isaiah Davis. He saw sparing work in 2024,m carrying 30 times for […]

The Carolina Panthers are enjoying their new receiver tandem. However, they got bad injury news at the running back position. Also, here are three hidden gems you need to know on the Panthers’ 2025 roster. The Panthers are hoping to put the dread of the 2024 well into their rear-view mirror. For that to happen, […]

It’s all good for Houston Texans quarterback C.J Stroud. And the team has locked up one of his new weapons. Also, here are three hidden gems you need to know on the Texans 2025 roster. At the top of the list is running back Woody Marks. The Texans grabbed the USC standout in the fourth […]

Jedrick Wills’ days were numbered with the Cleveland Browns when he made a business decision. But some observers felt he could make a comeback with another organization. However, the Browns’ former first-round offensive lineman made a big decision about the 2025 NFL campaign, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. Sources: Free agent […]

The Buffalo Bills have gotten early praise from ESPN for the 2025 season. And one of the Bills’ new players likes working with Josh Allen. Also, head coach Sean McDermott sounded off about learning from Vince Carter. The NBA Hall of Famer said he’s trying to provide an athletic perspective to the team, and McDermott […]

Ok, so the NFL doesn’t want to see Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward in prime time. And the Titans have an unhappy backup to Ward. No worries. Here are three Titans hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. At the head of the list is fourth-round pick Elic Ayomanor. The 6-foot-2, 206-pounder’s […]

People are happy in Dallas Cowboys land these days, including the team’s standout receivers. And head coach Brian Schottenheimer said one of them is maturing. However, offensive lineman Tyler Guyton made a brutally honest admission about his 2024 performance. Guyton said his efforts could have been better, according to a post on X by Jon […]

Some players for the Washington Commanders are fighting for their jobs. And it’s not out of the question for the team to pursue preseason trade options. But here are three Commanders’ hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. Washington has made no secret of its desire to get one game further in […]

Veteran Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes arrived at OTAs with a new look. And he doesn’t think Travis Kelce is almost finished in the NFL. Furthermore, Mahomes named a wide receiver who can be among the NFL’s best. Mahomes tabbed Rashee Rice as a star in the making, according to nbcsports.com. “He’s out there […]

Maybe the New York Jets will use Justin Fields in a pushy kind of way. And rumors are floating that some of his teammates could become richer this summer. But a “great” take by Fields will have Bears, Steelers fans raising their eyebrows. Fields said he believes he has a high ceiling, according to apnews.com. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still immersed in the Aaron Rodgers drama. And they’ve dangled the idea of trading for Jonnu Smith. However, that’s not the only deal the Steelers are reportedly pursuing. Pittsburgh may be in negotiations with several teams, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. The #Steelers have had preliminary conversations […]

The Washington Commanders have high hopes for Jayden Daniels this season. However, the team should cap its hopes a little, according to a former Super Bowl champion. But with the season getting closer, here is one Commanders player with the most to prove at OTAs. Last year, the Commanders didn’t have much to offer at […]