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The two-time Super Bowl champion Miami Dolphins only have one player who played significant time with the team and made the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Despite the lone inclusion in Canton, the Dolphins have a long history with very impactful wideouts for the South Beach team. Here are the five best receivers in Dolphins […]

The NFL appears to be acquiescing to an NFLPA demand to reduce the total preseason games to zero. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the league proposed no preseason games to the players union. Per source, the league today offered the union zero preseason games. A big step. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 20, 2020 […]

Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis expressed disappointment in the NFL’s current plans to share revenue based on stadium attendance over the weekend. Davis, who became the recently relocated franchise’s principal owner following the passing of NFL legend Al Davis in 2011, shared how the varied state ordinances on public gatherings due to the COVID-19 […]

The Kansas City Chiefs were quick to seal a long-term deal with their defensive ace Chris Jones this offseason, signing the first-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle to a four-year, $85 million contract extension with the defending Super Bowl champions right after star quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ massive deal. Now, Jones, 26, is preaching the need to […]

One overflowing consequence of the major changes coming to the soon-to-be former Washington Redskins will be in the virtual realm in Madden NFL. EA Sports’ flagship football video game, with its latest installment Madden NFL 21 coming in August, is expected to make changes to the design and “visual identity” of the NFC East franchise. […]

The Washington Redskins have been the source of much scrutiny in the past two weeks. After formally announcing their plan to change their name, the NFL franchise then saw their reputation further sullied by a massive report in the Washington Post about high-profile employees with rampant alleged sexual harassment. On Friday evening, Redskins majority owner […]

While Patrick Beverley has gained the reputation for tough defense and a no-nonsense demeanor, little to nothing compares to his Los Angeles Clippers teammate Kawhi Leonard. Beverley called the All-Star forward and two-time NBA Finals MVP a “human machine” due to his work ethic. “Let call Kawhi. I go down there and worked out with […]

Los Angeles Clippers veteran guard Patrick Beverley is known as one of the most intimidating perimeter defenders in the game. Despite his reputation though, Beverley opened up about the player he has had trouble defending in the NBA. Speaking with New Orleans Pelicans sharpshooter JJ Redick on his podcast, Beverley said Portland Trail Blazers superstar […]

The Washington Wizards and Washington Mystics plan on honoring the late Hall of Fame center Wes Unseld with jersey patches for the remainder of their seasons, the franchises announced on Thursday. Unseld, who passed away earlier in June, left an incredible legacy. A five-time All-Star, the Louisville native was a force to be reckoned with […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have a long history as being an NBA franchise needing to build their various successful teams through the draft and shrewd moves on the trade market. Despite a solid history of drafting stars and high-quality role players, there has also been a fair share of draft busts. Let’s look at five of […]

Free agent pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney and the Tennessee Titans have long been linked as a potential match this offseason, as the former Houston Texans star defensive end, last of the Seattle Seahawks, still seeks out a new team in the spring, and now, summer. Titans star running back Derrick Henry is trying to get […]

Houston Texans star defensive end JJ Watt is foreshadowing what could be a delay to the 2020 NFL season amid the spiking cases of COVID-19 in the United States. Watt, 31, shared his thoughts on the matter, as rumors are swirling about further delays to the preseason and the regular season, on social media on […]

Fascinatingly enough, the Kansas City Chiefs have more of a rich history around the tight end position than the wide receiver position. It’s very easy to laud the careers of Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez along with contemporary Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce. However, there have been quite a few studs to come through […]

The Washington Redskins are preparing a total overhaul of the historic NFL’s franchise, with a name change in store in the near future. Additionally, an investment bank, Moag & Company, are preparing to discuss the team’s minority stakeholders’ willingness to sell shares, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Minority shareholders of Washington’s NFL team have hired the […]

New Carolina Panthers linebacker Tahir Whitehead has potentially big shoes to fill in the the wake of Luke Kuechly’s sudden retirement last January. Since coming to the Panthers, Whitehead — who wore No. 59 on his uniform with the Detroit Lions and the then-Oakland Raiders — has switched to No. 52. Besides that subtle change […]

The Cincinnati Bengals crowned their next face of the franchise when the AFC North club selected LSU stud and reigning Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow with the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft last April. Now a former MVP quarterback for the franchise is imparting wisdom upon Burrow and the Bengals. Per Tyler […]

The New Orleans Saints have a fabled history, in their franchise’s run, of some of the premier pass-catchers in the NFL. Strangely enough, despite many Pro Bowl appearances and other accolades, no primarily Saints wideout has gone to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, though. In spite of that factoid, here are the five best […]

Brian Flores knows that rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa remains one of the biggest question marks entering the 2020 NFL season for the Miami Dolphins. Head coach Brian Flores, entering his second year in charge of the Dolphins, expressed potentially troubling and shocking revelations about the progress and status of the team’s first-year gunslinger. Per Hal […]

Pittsburgh Steelers rising star wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster joined elite company on Monday—but not on the football field. The 23-year-old Pro Bowl wideout, entering his fourth season in the NFL (all with the Steelers), joined the “1 million club.” That is one million and up subscribers on video streaming and sharing behemoth YouTube. Smith-Schuster celebrated […]

Safety Justin Simmons could have a long-term future in the Mile High City. Per a new report, the Denver Broncos are seeking to keep the fifth-year veteran with a new contract. According to the NFL Network’s James Palmer on Twitter, Simmons, 26, and the Broncos have continued progressing on long-term contract extension negotiations. I reported […]

Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson took one of the biggest (virtual) leaps for this year’s release of EA Sports’ Madden 21. The cover athlete for the tentpole video-game franchise is officially rated a 94 overall—18 points higher than where he started at this time last year. Per Michael Rothstein in ESPN. Lamar Jackson, Ravens […]

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson made headlines last week on social media, sharing hateful messages and anti-Semitic beliefs that drew ire from fans, followers, and more. Several NFL players commented on the unexpected hate coming from Jackson, and the three-time Pro Bowl wideout later apologized along with accepting terms of a punishment handed down […]

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Randy Gregory was suspended by the NFL for violating the league’s substance-abuse policy back in February of last year, making the former Nebraska standout ineligible during the 2019 season. Since then, Gregory, 27 years old, has filed for reinstatement with the NFL to no avail. And the Cowboys are losing hope that […]

The New Orleans Saints have had several very fine running backs come through the once-expansion NFL franchise. Established in 1967, the Saints have yet to have a running back primarily play for the franchise later inducted into the Hall of Fame, with only Earl Campbell, a star rusher with the Houston Oilers, finding himself in […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were blessed with two very good backs during their 2002 NFL season, which marked their glory days and Super Bowl championship. However, only one of those two were included in this list of three best running backs in franchise history. Another honorable mention left off the list, after much deliberation, was […]

The Miami Dolphins have had only one running back turn into a Hall of Famer, making the number one choice on this list easy. Rounding out the other two choices were a bit more difficult, with credence to an old-tier given deliberation along with a newer name to the record books. Here are the three […]

Video surfaced on Monday afternoon of Kansas City Chiefs star wide receiver Tyreek Hill on the receiving end of a nasty catch by a high school standout, with multiple people clowning the Super Bowl champion for getting “Randy Moss”d (via Overtime). He actually MOSSED Tyreek Hill 🤭 (via anglesbyaarib/IG) pic.twitter.com/CyJgOJr2oO — Overtime (@overtime) July 13, […]

The Green Bay Packers selected a quarterback, Utah State’s Jordan Love, in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, perhaps signaling the nearing end of the Aaron Rodgers era. According to one NFL coordinator, Rodgers can still very much intimidate opposing defenses on the gridiron. Per Jeremy Fowler in ESPN (h/t Bleacher Report): “When […]

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson has since apologized for sharing anti-Semitic messages on social media. Friday also saw the team reprimand the three-time Pro Bowl wideout. In addition to blowback on Jackson’s bad social media decision, Eagles teammate offensive tackle Lane Johnson shared his own thoughts on the matter, saying Jackson’s heart is “in […]

The arrival of NBA players in the Orlando “bubble” site for the remainder of the 2019-20 season has brought mixed reviews to accommodations, including complaints about room and board. Boston Celtics fourth-year swingman Jaylen Brown, however, is feeling quite the contrast to the digs at the Walt Disney World resort. In an interview with reporters, […]

While injured Brooklyn Nets stars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving will not suit up for their team in the NBA’s Orlando “bubble” in spite of a months-long hiatus to recuperate and heal, other players have used the layover to get healthy, such as Oklahoma City Thunder veteran swingman Andre Roberson. According to Thunder head coach […]

With 22 teams arriving in Orlando for the 2019-20 NBA season restart at Walt Disney World, several players have stood out demonstrating wide-ranging opinions in the quality of their hospitality. Now, Houston Rockets forward PJ Tucker has found a way to mitigate the time spent quarantined in his hotel room. PJ Tucker has officially upgraded […]

While competing in celebrity golf tournament “American Century Championship” in Nevada, Golden State Warriors star point guard Stephen Curry was spotted wearing special golf cleats — ones bearing the name of the late Breonna Taylor as a reminder of justice yet to be served. Stephen’s golf-modified Curry 6 is a tribute to Breonna Taylor. #SayHerName […]

Fourth-year swingman Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics are about to embark on a new chapter in NBA history: the season restart in the Orlando “bubble.” That being said, the 23-year-old California product is preparing for the end of the regular season and start to the Eastern Conference playoffs by deactivating his Instagram account, calling […]

As NBA players arrive to the league’s 2019-20 season reset in Orlando, Florida, they are bound to get a rude awakening living in the new “bubble.” Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James is one of many players on the 22 invited franchises to continue their seasons at Walt Disney World. James, 35, reacted to […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars, one of the youngest NFL franchises, can boast a pretty well-rounded history of running backs coming through the organization. Besides the top two (very obvious) names, the Jaguars, in spite of being 25 years young, have had talent in the backfield. These are three of the best running backs in Jacksonville history. […]

Retired NBA center turned ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins is feeling the brunt of media criticism due to unfounded skepticism into Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid’s fear of contracting COVID-19 within the confines of the Orlando “bubble.” Now Perkins is feeling the heat from people criticizing a tone-deaf take. One Twitter user noticed Perkins, 35, […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have long been a bastion for solid quarterback play, including their two MVP seasons coinciding with Super Bowl runs in the 1980s. However, several running backs have come through the franchise and made significant contributions. Here are three of the best Bengals’ running backs. 3. Pete Johnson (1977-83) The first name on […]

Pittsburgh Steelers rising star linebacker T.J. Watt is not sweating what could be a 2020 NFL season without fans in attendance. Per Watt on The Fan Morning Show on 93.7 The Fan: “It’ll be ridiculous but it doesn’t matter the circumstances, man. If football is being played, we’re going to be out there and the […]