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While the Dallas Cowboys can dream big, they have the Cardinals next on their opponent list. And the Cowboys got a boost as Trevon Diggs was spotted on the practice field for the first time since a freak home accident, according to a post on X by Joseph Hoyt. “First time we’ve seen Cowboys CB […]

It’s not like the Washington Commanders don’t know, but Zach Ertz still hit them with a warning. And a big problem is Terry McLaurin won’t play this week. It’s a tough sell for victory, but here is the biggest matchup the Commanders must exploit to upset the Seahawks in their Week 9 prime-time clash. The […]

It looks like the Washington Commanders could be in fire-sale mode, but at least they could get Jayden Daniels back for this week’s game. And here are the bold predictions for the Commanders-Seahawks’ Week 9 Sunday Night Football clash. The Commanders (3-5) enter the game on a fade, losing three games in a row and […]

The Chicago Bears suffered a tough loss with a key interception, and they may be playoff pretenders. But an ex-NFL star got completely honest about quarterback Caleb Williams, according to a post on X, formerly Twitter, by First Take. “‘Caleb Williams just needs time under a coordinator like Ben Johnson,’ Jeff Saturday on if he […]

The Chicago Bears are trying to clean up penalty problems, and they’ve already made a move to bolster the defense. But here are two last-minute trades the Bears must make before the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline. Sitting at 4-3 in a tough division, the Bears still have a chance to make noise. But they have […]

It turned out to be another tough week for some fantasy football managers, with multiple important injuries. And James Cook became a superstar. Now it’s time to look forward, and here are the fantasy football defense and special teams rankings for Week 9 of the 2025 season. There’s no doubt which defense to target this […]

While the Indianapolis Colts haggle over who is their best NFL MVP candidate, they still have trade needs like other teams. And here are two last-minute trades the Colts must make before the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline. The Colts are the NFL’s only 7-1 team. They easily lead the league in points scored with 270. […]

With the Baltimore Ravens expecting Lamar Jackson back on the field, they are still in the playoff chase. And here are two last-minute trades the Ravens must make before the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline. Among the best bets for a Ravens’ trade target is Calais Campbell, a former Baltimore player now with the Cardinals. The […]

Coming off a loss that left Dallas Cowboys’ coach Brian Schottenheimer sleepless, the team is still dealing with the Trevon Diggs situation. It begs the question: Has Diggs played his last Dallas game? Owner Jerry Jones gave an honest take, according to a post on X by Joseph Hoyt. “Jerry Jones was asked on @1053thefan […]

The Green Bay Packers flexed their muscles against the Steelers, and Micah Parsons honored Aaron Rodgers with a GOAT take. And then Matt Schneidman, who describes himself as a Green Bay Packers beat writer for The Athletic, decided to make the following post on X, sending fans into chaos after a blunt “Micah” update. Micah […]

One voice argued for the Dallas Cowboys to shore up their defense, while another said they should trade George Pickens. So it should come as no surprise that the blowout loss to the Broncos left Brian Schottenheimer tossing and turning, according to a post on X by Jon Machota. “Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer: “I didn’t […]

What the Washington Commanders’ 2025 season will become may hinge on their game against the Chiefs. And maybe there’s a window of opportunity for a win. But here are two last-minute trades the Commanders must make before the 2025 NFL deadline. The Commanders entered Monday night’s game with a record of 3-4. They are buried […]

In their win over a division rival, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers got the last laugh and put up some impressive defensive plays. But they should have had another big play because video review disputed there was a whistle on the called-back Antoine Winfield Jr. touchdown, according to a post on X by Jenna LaineESPN. “Re: the […]

The Miami Dolphins got things back in order against the Falcons, and Tua Tagovailoa turned in a big performance. However, the Dolphins got bad news as cornerback Storm Duck will be out for the season because of a knee injury, according to a post on X by Marcel Louis-Jacques. Miami had its best game of […]

Who knows what the Baltimore Ravens were thinking with the Lamar Jackson injury-report snafu? But here is how the Ravens could shockingly lead the AFC North before the first Steelers clash in Week 14. The Steelers’ loss to the Packers, combined with the Ravens’ non-Lamar Jackson win over the Bears, gives the Ravens a clear […]

There are a couple of reasons the Washington Commanders can feel like they have a chance against the Chiefs, including the return of two offensive weapons. But the Commanders surprisingly face their last playoff gasp against the Chiefs. With Patrick Mahomes on the other side and Commanders QB Jayden Daniels out, it seems like a […]

The Dallas Cowboys got burned for 44 points, but owner Jerry Jones hasn’t given up on that side of the ball. However, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith made an urgent demand to Jones about the tragic defense. A trio of rookie players helped the Denver Broncos to a 44-24 rout of the Cowboys on Sunday. Running […]

While Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield works through an injury, he also insulted the Saints. And Todd Bowles dropped a “bloodbath” admission on the Saints clash after Mayfield’s comments, according to a post on X by Rick Stroud. “Coach Todd Bowles on Baker Mayfield saying the Saints’ play is less than clean. “He’s gotta […]

Do you need fantasy football help at the quarterback position, or perhaps need a late replacement at wide receiver? Check out those stories. But if you need fantasy football defense and special teams streaming options for NFL Week 8, you’re in the right spot. At the top of the streaming list are the Atlanta Falcons. […]

With Aaron Rodgers up next, the Green Bay Packers should be motivated. And Micah Parsons has the game plan. However, a fan called out Brett Favre for twisting the knife by moving to the Vikings — which Rodgers almost did, too. How do the fans feel about it? Here’s one take, according to ESPN. “Brett […]

These days, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill is in recovery mode and thinking about eternal things. And he admitted he is weighing retirement after his devastating injury, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. “Good stuff in Tyreek Hill’s first interview, including him weighing retirement.” Hill said he’s enjoying his time away […]

The Dallas Cowboys face a challenge against the Broncos, and they have an important injury concern. Also, quarterback Dak Prescott reflected on his growth since the last trip he made to Denver for a game, according to a post on X by Jon Machota. “Dak Prescott, when asked how much his game has evolved since […]

For now, the Pittsburgh Steelers are focused on Aaron Rodgers’ clash against the Packers. But they are still possibly thinking about a trade. And here is the Steelers’ perfect Chris Olave trade offer to the Saints before the NFL deadline. The Steelers are 4-2 and in command of the AFC North. Meanwhile, the Saints are […]

With the Philadelphia Eagles meeting the Giants in an important NFC East game, the team is dealing with the soap opera that is A.J. Brown. But would Brown figure into the equation for the perfect offer to get Trey Hendrickson from the Bengals before the NFL trade deadline? Maybe. Please understand that it’s highly unlikely […]

If the Washington Commanders are going to have a chance against the Chiefs, they will need to have several things fall into place. And one step in that direction was the news that Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel were full participants in Thursday’s practice, according to a post on X by the Washington Commanders. That’s […]

Will Pittsburgh Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers have a big game against his former team? He seems to be adamant that the game is not a big deal. Here are the three biggest keys for Rodgers to stick it to the Packers in the Week 8 revenge game. Wait. Did we say “revenge game?” But Rodgers […]

It’s going to be a tough challenge for the Washington Commanders against the Chiefs. That’s true even if they get some of their top players back in the lineup. But here are the Commanders’ bold predictions for the blockbuster Week 8 clash versus the Chiefs. Washington comes in with a record of 3-4, having lost […]

The Washington Commanders won’t have Jayden Daniels against the Chiefs. And that could add to their third-down woes. However, for those who want to live in the land of silly optimism, here is how the Commanders can shock the Chiefs in Week 8 without Jayden Daniels. This is the second injury for Daniels, who suffered […]

It’s hard to imagine how things could have gone worse for the Houston Texans on Monday night. There certainly was plenty of blame to go around. And head coach DeMeco Ryans decided to bite the bullet about the dreadful offensive game versus the Seahawks. Ryans talked about the situation involving offensive coordinator Nick Caley, according […]

The good news is the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t need to sign George Pickens, since they traded him to the Cowboys. That’s a move that made Dak Prescott happy. However, a former Steelers quarterback slammed his team for the regrettable trade of the star receiver. Think about it. The Steelers could have been rolling along this […]

For the Los Angeles Rams, Matthew Stafford played well even without Puka Nacua. In fact, he had a record-tying effort. And Rams safety Kam Curl shared the ultimate Stafford praise, according to a post on X by Ari Meirov. “He’s the best thrower of the football… ever.” ~ #Rams S Kam Curl on QB Matthew […]

At this point in the season, some fantasy football managers are worrying about their bad beats. Others are scouring the waiver wire for hopeful help. But for now, it’s Week 8 of the 2025 season, and here is start ‘em, sit ‘em advice for defense and special teams. Like last week, the best place to […]

There’s no doubt that Kyren Williams has been in this fantasy football spot before, and he’s been in trouble in the real game, too. But Williams and Drake London are among the fantasy football bad beats not to stress over at this point in the season. Williams carried 12 times for 54 yards and had […]

Perhaps the Seattle Seahawks have made a splash with “death zone football,” but the real star is record-setting receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. And he is a legitimate threat to break Calvin Johnson’s bonkers record, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. “#Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba is on pace for 1,989 receiving yards this season […]

It doesn’t help fantasy football managers that Saquon Barkley is owning his bad season. All they know is the Eagles haven’t been the same this year. And Saquon Barkley is one of the concerning fantasy football bad beats, along with the Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy. Barkley has only finished as an RB1 three times this year. […]

For the Seattle Seahawks, Jaxon Smith-Ngiba had a monster game to help his team overcome a dramatic mistake by Sam Darnold. But how the Seahawks beat the Texans on Monday night was all about death zone football, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. “This game was about death zone football, OK,” Macdonald […]

The Baltimore Ravens have played poorly enough for fans to want a coaching change. However, John Harbaugh remained confident. And the Ravens could get a defensive boost as Roquan Smith took a big step toward a revenge game return versus the Bears, according to a post on X by Jamison Hensley. “Ravens MLB Roquan Smith […]

Somehow, Mike McDaniel is still the Miami Dolphins head coach, and he’s sticking with Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback. Also, he’s sticking to saying weird things, dropping another crazy take about the team’s effort against the Browns, according to a post on X by Marcel Louis-Jacques. “I don’t have an opinion on the two teams in […]

The Washington Commanders seem to be teetering on the brink with the Jayden Daniels injury, although early reports look promising. However, on another part of the injury front, the Commanders lost Dorance Armstrong for the season because of a knee injury. Armstrong went down in the 44-22 beatdown at the hands of the Cowboys on […]