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According to a report, the Richard Sherman deal with the San Francisco 49ers might be a fancy form of smoke and mirrors. A slight of hand, magic trick—something not entirely new within the confines of NFL players’ contracts. For context, Sherman inked a three-year deal, supposedly worth 39 million American dollars. However, of note, Sherman […]

The Los Angeles Rams are supposedly working toward a new deal with dynamic wide receiver Sammy Watkins. Watkins is currently a free agent. This tidbit comes by way of CBS Sports’ Jason La Canfora, who reports the Rams are “working actively” to re-sign Watkins. Watkins was drafted by the Buffalo Bills at pick number four overall […]

The Oakland Raiders have released veteran cornerback Sean Smith. This information came by way of Ian Rapoport on the mean streets of Twitter. The #Raiders, who are in the market for a CB, release a former big-ticket free agent CB Sean Smith, source said. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2018 This is big news […]

The NFL sent a memo to teams to remind front office people about the pitfalls of tampering with players and how to handle trades. Pro Football Talk acquired the following National Football League memo: “Under no circumstances should a new club rely upon any written or oral representation by a player or his agent that […]

Former Bears and Cardinals tight end, Chris Gedney, passed away on Friday. He was only 47-years-old. Gedney played his collegiate ball for the Syracuse Orange. The school released a statement following his death. ”Chris was a wonderful co-worker, a friend to all and deeply loyal to Syracuse University and our community,” Syracuse athletic director John […]

With an NFL loving nation following the Kirk Cousins sweepstakes, teams like the Buffalo Bills are starting to turn their eyes toward more affordable options like Sam Bradford. The Bills are looking for a new starting quarterback after dealing Tyrod Taylor away to the Cleveland Browns, and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network believes Bradford could […]

Eric Winston, who might not even play in the upcoming season, has been re-elected as NFLPA president. As an offensive lineman, Winston, played in 2017. In turn, regardless of his status for next year, he is eligible to fill the role in the union. NFLPA President @ericwinston is unanimously re-elected to a third term. pic.twitter.com/iVrfv8F5aG […]

The Detroit Lions are hard at work to find a proven running back that can help jumpstart their disappointing ground game. Apart from former Tennessee Titans back DeMarco Murray, the Lions also have a scheduled visit from another veteran free-agent Jonathan Stewart, who is attempting to find a new home for the upcoming season. Before […]

The Arizona Cardinals will release veteran running back Adrian Peterson. This report comes by way of ESPN’s Adam Schefter on the mean streets of Twitter. Cardinals expected to release RB Adrian Peterson today, per source. Peterson has a $750,000 bonus due on the third day of league year, Friday, so Arizona saves money. But Peterson […]

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, who has had himself the strangest season in his career, not only claims he wants to stay with the team, but believes the franchise is close to greatness. So, um, sure! “It may be hard to realize or say it but I don’t think the Giants are far off,” Manning said, […]

With the Pittsburgh Steelers pretty much knowing where it stands for the playoffs, head coach Mike Tomlin admits that he still doesn’t know if he will play his starters this weekend or not. The issue here is that Pittsburgh doesn’t control what seed it will have following Week 17’s games. Mike Tomlin knows this, and […]

James Harrison signing with the New England Patriots isn’t even close to Kevin Durant joining the Golden State Warriors. Let’s get out of the way first. The Pittsburgh Steelers cut Harrison, who then cleared waivers, and he chose New England after years and years working for the Steelers. This wasn’t a dude — in the […]

According to a report, the Arizona Cardinals and head coach Bruce Arians have already agreed to mutually part ways when the season is over. This comes by way of Hub Arkush of Pro Football Weekly. For those questioning the report, as Arkush isn’t exactly a national household name, he is regarded to be both credible and […]

The Philadelphia Eagles were able to secure all the positive playoff scenarios with a win against the Oakland Raiders on Christmas. During this process, Chris Long, who has emerged as everyone’s new favorite everything, had himself a bit of a brain fart. Here is Chris Long celebrating while a play is still actually happening: https://twitter.com/ActionNetworkHQ/status/945503410710867968 […]

Even though some of his players seem more than open to the idea, Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin isn’t interested in conjecture involving James Harrison. For those missing some context, the Steelers released James Harrison last week, with the veteran talent now clearing waivers, leaving the door open for him to return to Pittsburgh. The […]

With the Baltimore Ravens still finding their footing, despite a surprisingly solid record, Joe Flacco remains a hot-topic among people who like to discuss quarterbacks. From the debates about him potentially being elite (which became a running joke at a certain point) to his iffy play the last few seasons, people outside the Baltimore bubble […]

With a certain former coach out in the world claiming partial success for the Rams playing well, Los Angeles players want to make sure Sean McVay gets the proper recognition he deserves. For those unaware, former Rams coach Jeff Fisher is claiming partial responsibility for the team’s success, even though the franchise was a dumpster fire […]

The Philadelphia Eagles won a Christmas showdown against the Oakland Raiders on Monday Night Football, but Nick Foles admits his play wasn’t nearly good enough. “I didn’t play good enough,” Foles said in his postgame media session, via PFT. “I have to play cleaner and, obviously, play better. Third down is a big thing with […]

The Oakland Raiders lost yet again on Monday night to the Philadelphia Eagles. With a Christmas audience watching, Derek Carr and Oakland’s offense were doing the opposite of hitting on all cylinders. Derek Carr knows this, spoke on it, and accepts all the blame… kind of. “[I]t’s come down to the end and we have […]

Jimmy Garoppolo has been stellar since taking over the gunslinger duties for the San Francisco 49ers. The former backup to Tom Brady having this sort of excellent run has resulted in plenty of hyperbolic praise. However, it might be the nice sentiment Brady gently hurled on WEEI that sits most comfortably rests in Handsome Jimmy […]

The curious case of Eli Apple is continuing in New York, as the Giants benched the youngster on Saturday. It was a move that interim head coach Steve Spagnuolo said was a coach’s decision, but just not his. Basically, he is laying blame — or credit, depending on how you look at it — to the […]

Despite the season clearly not going the way the franchise was hoping, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is still giving Jason Garrett a vote of confidence. For what it is worth, it is Jones’ vote here that matters most. “Just so we’re clear about it: I do understand frustration right after you lose a game […]

The Denver Broncos aren’t exactly having the season the franchise was hoping for. That being said, quarterback Brock Osweiler believes he has an idea as to why poor play is begetting poor play. Basically, for the Denver offense to flourish, it takes 12 people, instead of the normally accepted 11, for points to be scored […]

Following Saturday’s game between the Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks, Earl Thomas told Jason Garrett to come get him on the open market. Everyone relax! Context here is pretty important. The safety left the field on the Cowboys’ end, meeting up with Jason Garrett as Thomas entered the Dallas locker room to pay his respects […]

The San Francisco 49ers have appeared to figured it out as of late. So much so, in fact, running back Carlos Hyde says the Niners are Super Bowl bound next season. It appears Handsome Jimmy G hysteria is sweeping the nation. Anyway… “Minus our record, we’re a really good football team. Next year we’re going […]

UCLA Bruins quarterback Josh Rosen would reportedly prefer to play for the New York Giants rather than the Cleveland Browns. Furthermore, one of this NFL Draft class’ best prospects might rethink entering the professional ranks if Cleveland is committed to selecting him. This report comes by way of ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who wrote the following: […]

A monumental report has surfaced, stating that Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown will not be ready to play in a wild-card weekend game if the team was pegged to play in that spot. This report comes by way of ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who wrote the following: Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver Antonio Brown is […]

When Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris was entering the National Football League out of college, not a soul scouting football players believed him to be a great prospect. Despite that, he’s turned out to be one of the better players at his position for his generation. That has also likely resulted in a giant chip […]

In what would be the weirdest Christmas list ever made, the Cincinnati Bengals are rumored to want either Jay Gruden or Hue Jackson to join the franchise. Over at Pro Football Talk, Mike Florio says the following: There’s talk in league circles that the Bengals are hoping for a reunion with Hue Jackson or Jay Gruden. […]

Reportedly, people within National Football League circles are a bit perplexed with the Green Bay Packers yet again placing Aaron Rodgers on IR. Here is where things get a bit sketchy, as this seems like a lot of whining from other NFL folk. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that multiple teams have complained about the re-placement of Rodgers […]

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri says he plans on playing next season. The fun kicker in that statement, though, is that he apparently doesn’t care where his historically great leg ends up kicking footballs next year. Following a loss to the Baltimore Ravens, the kicker made his intentions known. “Indianapolis is home to me and […]

Oakland Raiders receiver Amari Cooper, who has a status of up in the air for Monday Night Football, is actually not upset over a hit that hurt him and resulted in a fine. Denver Broncos safety Darian Stewart was fined $24,309 for the illegal hit, which left Cooper with a concussion and an ankle injury. And […]

It was recently revealed that there might be some tension between New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and coach Bill Belichick over the gunslinger’s trainer being banned from traveling with the team. Now, however, the historically great signal-caller is being asked about the entire situation and he is responding by avoiding the questions poised at […]

Houston Texans defensive standout Jadeveon Clowney decided to use a weird incident of a Jacksonville Jaguars fan sending him trash as a way to provide a way for some children to have a solid holiday. Following Houston’s loss to Jacksonville, Clowney called quarterback Blake Bortles trash. Due to that, some Jaguars fan thought it would […]

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is having himself a strange season. He’s been fine, but Carr’s sometimes stellar play gets marred by a few iffy games. Basically, he’s not been as consistent as most people expected — although, to be fair to him, that isn’t only his fault. Despite the storied National Football League franchise […]

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin is currently considered questionable heading into the team’s Week 16 game against the New England Patriots. To be Camp Crystal Lake Clear: The National Football League franchise has not ruled him out. However, head coach Sean McDermott said that the team’s holding off on a final decision. “He’s doing OK. […]

New York Jets coach Todd Bowles, who many presume to be on the hot-seat, isn’t here to field your questions about his job security. When asked if it is hard to avoid thinking about his job security, Bowles simply replied with a “no.” He followed up that insightful gem with: “That stuff takes care of […]

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky apparently doesn’t care that the Cleveland Browns failed to select him in the NFL Draft. Given the history of the Browns, who can blame him for not being upset over that? “I don’t think it will be emotional at all,” Trubisky said, via Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. […]

Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay admits that a new kicker, of all things, will slightly change how he operates his offense moving forward. For those unaware, the Rams have lost kicker Greg Zuerlein for the season with a herniated disc in his back. For now, Sam Ficken will be tasked with being the team’s new […]