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Dez Bryant never got the chance to show the New Orleans Saints what he’s capable of doing on Sundays. According to Jane Slater of NFL Network, though, the Saints want to bring the nine-year veteran back next season. The comments were made with Gavin Dawson on Dallas’ 105.3 The Fan. https://twitter.com/BobbyBeltTX/status/1105533085586784259 Bryant signed a one-year […]

With Lamar Jackson firmly entrenched as a franchise quarterback, the Baltimore Ravens will zig while the rest of the league zags, committing to running the football like no other team in the league. Just because John Harbaugh’s club is putting extra emphasis on the ground game, though, hardly means it will break the bank to […]

Mark Ingram’s tenure with the New Orleans Saints has all but officially come to a close. As the free-agent running back ponders where to continue his career, one team supposedly looms as a more likely destination than others. In a tweet since affirmed by Josh Katzenstein of The New Orleans Times-Picayune, Michael Silver of Sports Illustrated suggested […]

Ezekiel Ansah’s days with the Detroit Lions seem to be over. As the ultra-talented pass-rusher decides where his career will continue, he will be visiting with the Buffalo Bills and New Orleans Saints, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. #Lions free agent pass-rusher Ziggy Ansah, one of the top pass-rushers on the market, has visits […]

Le’Veon Bell seems to know where his football career will continue. Before the superstar running back announces his decision, though, it’s become apparent one marquee team that seemed a good fit for his services on the surface doesn’t have the salary-cap capital to sign him. According to Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, the […]

Anthony Barr is staying home after all. Less than 24 hours after the free agent outside linebacker agreed to terms with the New York Jets, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported on Tuesday morning that he had a change of heart and has ultimately decided to re-sign with the Minnesota Vikings. Plot twist! LB Anthony Barr […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have yet to make a decision on the future of longtime tight end Tyler Eifert. As the team debates whether or not to bring back the talented yet oft-injured pass-catcher, though, it has agreed to a deal with the player who took his place as a starter. According to NFL Network’s Ian […]

It’s finally officially unofficial. Confirming weeks of speculation, free agent quarterback Nick Foles has agreed to terms with the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Source: Nick Foles is signing with the #Jaguars. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 11, 2019 The #Jaguars had Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles as their top target. Per […]

The New York Jets are on the verge giving promising sophomore signal-caller Sam Daronald some much-needed help. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the team is nearing a deal with former Washington Redskins slot receiver Jamison Crowder. Source: The #Jets are closing in on a deal with #Redskins versatile WR Jamison Crowder, their top slot […]

The price for Antonio Brown wasn’t high. A third-round pick and fifth-round pick in exchange for one of the most consistently productive receivers in NFL history is certainly a price worth paying for the Oakland Raiders. Whether or not Brown will be happier wearing silver and black than he was during his final season with […]

The Philadelphia Eagles are apparently one of many teams eyeing C.J. Mosley in free agency. According to NFL Update, the league’s top available inside linebacker is being courted by the Eagles, Detroit Lions, Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, and Washington Redskins, while the Baltimore Ravens still have hopes of bringing him back. The Arizona Cardinals […]

Landon Collins’ first foray into free agency didn’t last long. Barely more than halfway through the first-day suitors are permitted to negotiate with free agents, the former New York Giants safety has reportedly agreed to a record-breaking contract with one of his old team’s biggest rivals. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Collins will sign […]

It remains to be seen whether the Kansas City Chiefs will trade Dee Ford. If Andy Reid’s team ends up dealing the franchise-tagged pass-rusher, though, one team that will supposedly have been in the running for his services is the Green Bay Packers. Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer reported on Monday that the Packers and San […]

The New England Patriots’ dynasty is alive and well. Whether Rob Gronkowski will continue to be a part of it going forward, though, still remains to be seen. During an appearance on ESPN’s “NFL Live” on Monday, power agent Drew Rosenhaus insisted his client is still undecided on his playing future as the free agency […]

Frank Gore’s incredible NFL career will continue for at least one more season. Where he’ll play in 2019, however, remains to be seen. One team supposedly interested in signing the 14-year veteran? The Buffalo Bills, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Sometimes in covering free agency you hear something and you want to see it […]

DeSean Jackson may soon be flying with the Philadelphia Eagles once again. The three-time Pro Bowler announced on Monday that he won’t be playing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019. Though other reports indicated the team has yet to officially release Jackson, his days with the Buccaneers certainly appear over nonetheless – whether they […]

“The Bodyguard” will be back in the City of Brotherly Love for at least one more season. The Philadelphia Eagles announced on Monday that the team has re-signed stalwart left tackle Jason Peters to a one-year deal. ESPN’s Tim McManus subsequently reported that Peters’ new contract includes $5.5 million in guarantees, with incentives related to […]

One of the league’s most dangerous deep threats is on the move once again. According to multiple reports, Tampa Bay Buccaneeers wide receiver DeSean Jackson will not be returning to the team. The three-time Pro Bowler first announced the news on social media, thanking the Buccaneers for a “great experience.” https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu4B17sBA8V/?utm_source=ig_twitter_share&igshid=zt1eb3sonwge ESPN’s Dianna Russini subsequently […]

Jarrett Allen is already one of the most promising young centers in the NBA. Just imagine then how good the Brooklyn Nets big man will be once he adds a reliable 3-pointer to his game — a development coach Kenny Atkinson apparently wishes would come a bit sooner. When discussing Jarrett Allen's development in year […]

Jimmy Butler probably isn’t the one best-suited to assessing what the younger generation of NBA players needs from a head coach. Having said that, it’s entirely unsurprising to learn that the Philadelphia 76ers star believes Jim Boylen is a good fit for the Chicago Bulls. Jimmy Butler says he wasn’t surprised #Bulls tabbed Jim Boylen […]

John Kuhn spent the final two seasons of his playing career with the New Orleans Saints. In announcing his retirement after 12 years in the NFL, though, everyone’s favorite fullback made sure he would be remembered most for his time wearing green and gold. Kuhn officially retired from the NFL on Wednesday, doing so as […]

It’s probably time to revisit Jason Kidd’s coaching career. The Hall-of-Fame point guard was hired right off the court by the Brooklyn Nets in the 2013-14 season, leading a team with title aspiration to a 44-38 record. He then forced his way to the Milwaukee Bucks after just one season before being relieved of his […]

A favorite parlor game for NBA junkies in recent years has been assessing which star big men of the past would benefit most from playing in the league today. Kevin Garnett, for instance, would thrive as a switch-everything center with all-court passing skills, and almost surely make more of an effort to consistently step behind […]

Derrick Jones, Jr. disappointed in his only appearance to date in the dunk contest. As a member of the Phoenix Suns in 2017, the 6-foot-7 jumping jack failed to convert during his first attempt in the finals after earning a pair 50s in round one, all but clinching a win for Glenn Robinson III before […]

One day after arguably their biggest win of the season, the Boston Celtics will be without their best player in Kyrie Irving. The bright side:iIt’s not like Brad Stevens’ team has struggled of late when he’s been sidelined. The Celtics have announced that Irving will miss their game against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday with […]

The Golden State Warriors could still be without a pair of key longtime contributors on Friday night in a game with major playoff implications. The good news? The two-time defending champions will be getting their best defensive big man back just in time to match up with Nikola Jokic. Both Klay Thompson and Shaun Livingston […]

The Miami Heat need to be at their best down the stretch of the season to win a heated race for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Good thing Hassan Whiteside, then, will apparently play good soldier despite coming off the bench on Tuesday for the first time since the 2015-16 season. “If […]

With his team’s back against the proverbial wall, LeBron James seems to be taking a different approach to motivate his teammates. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar told Tania Ganguli of the Los Angeles Times that it’s “unfair” for his team to expect so much out of the young core comprised of Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, Lonzo […]

One of the most explosive offenses in NFL history lost its star running back last season just over a month before the playoffs kicked off. The Kansas City Chiefs went on to play well without Kareem Hunt, of course, pushing the eventual Super Bowl champion New England Patriots to overtime in the AFC championship game, […]

Draymond Green has made no secret of his desire to reclaim the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year award this season. With barely more than a left to play before the playoffs, though, the Golden State Warriors star is apparently resigned to the fact that his team’s relative labors will keep him from winning his […]

Misdirection is rampant at this time of year in the NFL. With free agency quickly approaching and the draft just right around the corner, executives, coaches, scouts, agents, and players have every incentive to reach their ultimate goals – whatever they may be – by spreading rumors only loosely based in fact. Case in point: […]

Jimmy Butler’s career hasn’t exactly gone as planned since he forced his way out of the Windy City in 2017. Now playing for his second team in as many seasons, the former Chicago Bulls star is returning to United Center on Wednesday as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers. And despite his controversial departure from […]

Not everyone, believe it or not, came away from the NFL combine soured on Kyler Murray. The reigning Heisman trophy winner is facing a new slew of questions concerning his potential at the next level after his interview sessions with multiple teams in Indianapolis reportedly left some of them far less enthused than they were […]

Terrell Owens has already been inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. One year after his enshrinement to Canton, though, another honor is coming the six-time Pro Bowler’s way. The San Francisco 49ers announced Wednesday that Owens will be the 28th player inducted to the Edward J. DeBartolo Sr. San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame: […]

The Atlanta Falcons have made no secret of a desire to improve their offensive line before the 2019 season kicks off. And according to one NFL reporter, the team has already earmarked one player it hopes will help spark that improvement. ESPN’s Vaugh McClure reports that the Falcons left the NFL combine with “a strong […]

The winner of the Antonio Brown sweepstakes could be decided by the end of this week. Even before it’s over, though, one team has supposedly positioned itself as the overwhelming favorite to land the six-time Pro Bowler from the Pittsburgh Steelers. ESPN’s Josina Anderson reports she was told by a league insider that the Steelers’ […]

The 2018-19 season couldn’t be going much better for the Milwaukee Bucks. They sit atop the league-wide standings and easily outpace the Golden State Warriors in terms of net rating. Giannis Antetokounmpo is an MVP candidate, and both he and Khris Middleton made the All-Star game. Mike Budenholzer is perhaps the frontrunner for Coach of […]

The NBA’s latest on-court fashion fad has caught Jimmy Butler. The Philadelphia 76ers star wore a wide headband that ties in the back during his team’s 114-106 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night, a look first made popular by New Orleans Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday that has swept across the league in the […]

The Chicago Bulls aren’t anywhere close to where they want to be long-term. Still, rebuilding from the ground up is an arduous process in the NBA, and any steps in the right direction deserve some measure of praise. To wit, Chicago, 18-47,  is 6-5 in its last 11 games, a stretch that coincides with the […]