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Things have gone well for Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, but he may not have been able to change public perception. And he may have to do even more on Sunday as the Buccaneers received a plethora of injury updates for the 49ers game. It’s quite a list, according to a post on X […]

As the Green Bay Packers prepared for their Week 6 game against the Bengals, head coach Matt LaFleur expressed an injury worry. However, Brandon McManus shut down LaFleur’s claim of concern, according to a post on X by Matt Schneidman. “Brandon McManus tells us he plans to kick on Sunday. Asked about LaFleur saying his […]

It was another day of missed practice for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, who is dealing with a foot injury. And the Cardinals have a quarterback play with Murray being a close call for Week 6. The Cardinals are building two game plans, as they face a difficult road task against the Colts, according to […]

The Washington Commanders have their sights set on the Bears for Monday Night Football. However, they may have to go without Terry McLaurin, who missed practice on Thursday despite Dan Quinn’s optimistic take, according to a post on X by Ben Standig. “We have an injury report. DNPs for Terry McLaurin… Deebo Samuel… and Chris […]

The New York Giants have a different team heading into Thursday Night Football, despite the long, ugly road since the beginning of the 2017 season. And maybe their X-factor will make a difference. But the Giants face a golden opportunity to flip their 2025 NFL season narrative. After a playoff berth in 2016, the Giants […]

Perhaps the Washington Commanders’ recent win had something to do with the opponent. But optimism has been restored, and Terry McLaurin could be back this week. And here is the Commanders’ X-factor for the Week 6 Monday Night Football clash with the Bears. Washington has alternated wins and losses this season, so it will be […]

It could be a turning point game for the Washington Commanders, and they may have star receiver Terry McLaurin back in the lineup. They got Jayden Daniels back last week, so things have trended upward. And here are the bold predictions for the Week 6 Monday Night Football clash versus the Bears. The Commanders enter […]

The Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen were the last team to leave the head-and-shoulders mountain. The Packers had been there when they traded for Micah Parsons, but they’ve flopped. But after just five weeks, it’s plain to see. The 2025 Super Bowl race is chaotic and getting worse. All it took to cap things off […]

Everybody has their hands in the Kansas City Chiefs’ headspace, after another close loss. One former player took his shot, too. However, at least one voice cried out in defense of the Chiefs’ poor start, and that would be Colin Cowherd. Apparently, Cowherd is not a big fan of what scoreboards say, according to a […]

The Cincinnati Bengals saw their season go up in smoke when quarterback Joe Burrow went down with an injury. They tried to salvage it with Jake Browning, but it didn’t work. And now, they’re turning to veteran signal-caller Joe Flacco, according to a post X by Ian Rapoport. “The #Bengals are trading for Joe Flacco, […]

The Cleveland Browns are coming off a tough loss, and the defense didn’t do the team any favors. However, rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel’s “super power” left Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin impressed, according to a post on X by Mike DeFabo. “Mike Tomlin said Dillon Gabriel’s “timely processing is a super power.” Said he’s a […]

It’s still too early to get over the top about the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, even with Dak Prescott on a heater. And Prescott’s work has spoiled his head coach. But Brian Schottenheimer is the reason why the Cowboys are poised to shatter their 2025 expectations. A lot of people are fawning over how the […]

While Dak Prescott’s great start has Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones basking in the glow of success, Jones is still shaking off the ruffled feathers of Micah Parsons. Also, in a recent incident, Jones had to deflect criticism as he blamed giving the middle finger to confusion. Maybe he’s getting too old for this stuff, […]

There’s more to love about fantasy football tight ends with guys like Tyler Warren now in the league. However, Brock Bowers has been a disappointment and is injured. But it’s time to look forward, and here are the fantasy football tight end rankings for Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season. And Warren is that […]

This week, a trio of stud fantasy football defenses have good matchups — one in Green Bay, another in Denver, and the Eagles join the group. So let’s take a look at our fantasy football defense/special teams rankings for Week 6. The Broncos have a long journey, traveling to London to take on the Jets. […]

An unfortunate injury cost Treylon Burks the early part of the NFL season. It made the trade of A.J. Brown and the drafting of Burks look even worse. However, Burks has been cleared to return to football after his broken collarbone has healed, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. “Former #Titans first-round […]

The Washington Commanders avoided having to put Terry McLaurin on IR, but didn’t have him against the Chargers. However, the good news is that Dan Quinn remains optimistic that McLaurin could return for the Monday Night Football game against the Bears, according to a post on X by JP Finlay. “DQ says “we’re optimistic” about […]

The Detroit Lions are at the top of the NFL power rankings despite a spate of injuries. Included in that mix is Terrion Arnold, who will be “out a while,” according to head coach Dan Campbell. It’s a tough setback, according to a post on X by Dave Birkett. “Dan Campbell said Lions CB Terrion […]

The Miami Dolphins blew a chance at a win over the Panthers, and head coach Mike McDaniel said his team deserves to feel terrible. However, Adam Schefter revealed the Dolphins are staying patient with McDaniels’ future. It seems like McDaniel could be gone tomorrow, but Schefter said that’s not the case, according to the Pat […]

The confidence is there for Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson as he got back in the mix this week. And here is Watson’s instant reaction to his return to practice for the first time in 2025. Watson said he has been working hard, according to a post on X by Ryan Wood. Christian […]

It’s not like the Pittsburgh Steelers have things figured out. And Aaron Rodgers isn’t setting the world on fire. Plus, matters have gotten worse with No. 2 wide receiver Calvin Austin III revealing an IR possibility because of his shoulder injury. Austin said he’s not sure yet, according to a post on X by Brian […]

It was a horrible Sunday afternoon for the Arizona Cardinals, including the incredibly boneheaded gaffe by Emari Demercado. And now it’s time for big changes in Arizona after the Cardinals’ embarrassing collapse against the Titans. In his third season as the Cardinals’ head coach, things have gone off the rails for head coach Jonathan Gannon. […]

When it comes to ranking the top defensive players in 2025 so far, there’s one in Denver who must be near the top. And there’s one surprising name you won’t see on this list. Here are the 2025 NFL quarter-season defensive player of the year power rankings. It has been a strange season for defensive […]

Even though Matthew Stafford is still slinging it for the Los Angeles Rams, their season is crumbling because of late-game mistakes. And their second fourth-quarter collapse against the 49ers proves they are NFC pretenders. Eddy Piñeiro kicked a 41-yard field goal in overtime and San Francisco stopped Kyren Williams on fourth down, giving the 49ers […]

It’s a work in progress for the Chicago Bears, and more needs to be done. But they have tasted late-game success. Also, the Bears have a mind-blowing third-down stat that highlights the development of quarterback Caleb Williams, according to a post on X by Ian Hartitz. “Bears have the NFL’s fourth-best 3rd down conversion rate […]

The New England Patriots have their hands full with the Buffalo Bills in Week 5, even if their X-factor comes through. And here is why Milton Williams missing practice is such a bad sign for the AFC East showdown. Williams is a key player for the Patriots on the defensive line, according to a post […]

While some fantasy football managers are dealing with major injuries, others are trying to edge the margins by picking the best available defensive units. And, for your convenience, here are last-minute fantasy football Week 5 streaming options for defense and special teams. At the top of the list are the Arizona Cardinals. They have a […]

It didn’t take long for the Philadelphia Eagles to develop a star-player controversy, with A.J. Brown’s social media post leading the way. But quarterback Jalen Hurts had a blunt response. And here are the four best trade destinations after the cryptic tweet pushed rumors into overdrive. Never mind that the Eagles are 4-0 on the […]

It may look like a shot at a win for the Carolina Panthers in Week 5, but they still have issues at the quarterback position. And the day could be long since Chuba Hubbard missed practice again because of his groin injury, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. “For the second straight […]

It has been a tough run of injuries for the Baltimore Ravens as they prepare for a Week 5 contest against the Texans. And Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken directly responded to John Harbaugh’s criticism of the offense, according to a post on X by Jamison Hensley. “There’s nothing that John said that we didn’t […]

Yes, the Dallas Cowboys don’t have CeeDee Lamb for a while. But Jerry Jones found a silver lining. Also, Lamb was spotted at practice, attacking injury rehab, according to a post on X, formerly Twitter, by Jon Machota. “Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb (ankle) doing more rehab work during today’s practice” Also, Machota posted that progress […]

While the Washington Commanders got good news with the return of Jayden Daniels, the Los Angeles Chargers are enjoying the work of rookie running back Omarion Hampton. Now these teams meet in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season, and here are the bold predictions. The Chargers come in with a record of 3-1, but […]

It’s time to jump into Week 5 if you’re looking for fantasy football advice at running back. Or maybe you need help at the quarterback position. However, there are things to worry about outside of Week 5, including concerning fantasy football bad beats from Ja’Marr Chase, Ladd McConkey, and more. You can’t stick your head […]

The Cleveland Browns quarterback situation is in a state of flux, with DeShaun Watson still not eligible and two rookies ready for their chance. And Robert Griffin III weighed in, backing up Shedeur Sanders’ claim with a diss of Trevor Lawrence. Griffin said the Jaguars are 3-1, but “it ain’t because of Trevor Lawrence,” according […]

Whether Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill can return at the beginning of 2026 remains to be seen, but the injury could only be described as terribly serious. Still, the Dolphins must move on, and here are three trade targets after the devastating injury to Hill. One thing that needs to be considered is what the […]

The fantasy football landscape changed with Tyreek Hill’s injury, but Miami Dolphins teammate DeVon Achane hasn’t given up. But here are three sneaky fantasy football trade targets to replace Hill. First, it won’t be easy. Hill may not be what he used to be. But he seemed to be on track for another year where […]

Based on the way things are going for the so-called stud fantasy football defenses — case in point, the Green Bay Packers — it’s time to focus harder on matchups. Forget leaning on the big dogs like the Packers if they are playing anything near a top offense. And here are the fantasy football defense […]

It was a gruesome injury for Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill, but head coach Mike McDaniel couldn’t believe how well Hill handled it. With, first and foremost, hopes that Hill will recover well from the devastating setback, here are three fantasy football waiver wire targets to replace him. Fantasy managers who have Hill likely have […]

The Green Bay Packers had to settle for a tie, and Micah Parsons had plenty to say about it. Included in the mix, the star defender said he was angry. But there was plenty of blame to be shared, and here are the people at the forefront after the nightmare tie against the Cowboys. Kickers, […]