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The 2020 NFL Draft is finally here and every NFL team is trying to improve their roster. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding this draft, but there are plenty of teams that might be looking to make a deal to move up or down in the first round of the draft. Let’s look at […]

The Coronavirus pandemic has caused many to change their plans including Chase Young, who has had to adapt to the situation ahead of this week’s NFL Draft. Young made an appearance on CBS Sports HQ and said that his draft party will be limited to only 10 people in the house. Here's video of @youngchase907 […]

The Cardinals’ history can be traced all the way back to 1898 but they didn’t officially become the Arizona Cardinals until 1988. Even though their history is short in Arizona, they have had some draft busts that have stood out over the years. Let’s break down the five biggest NFL draft busts in Cardinals history. […]

Mr. Do It All for the New Orleans Saints, Taysom Hill, isn’t going to sign his tender, but he will participate in the virtual offseason. The deadline has passed for other teams to sign Hill to a contract sheet, so if he wants to play football next year, it will be with the Saints on […]

There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the 2020 NFL draft, but one thing is for sure: There are going to be trades that go down in the first round. For some teams, it makes more sense to trade down in the Round 1. Let’s break down three teams that should trade down to try […]

Detriot Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford has been medically cleared according to general manager Dan Quinn. Stafford has been rehabbing from a back injury but he is 100 percent good to go. Quinn said whenever offseason workouts do start, Stafford will be 100 percent ready to go. “Health wise, he’s good to go,” Quinn said via […]

Denver Broncos standout Von Miller wants to get back to playing football, but he wants to do whatever is safest, even if that means playing in empty stadiums. Miller opened up in the first interview since being diagnosed with COVID-19 to Mike Klis of 9News. In it, he admits this isn’t something they can rush. […]

Detroit Lions coach Matt Patricia has received heat from former players because of his personality. The latest to put him on blast is former safety Glover Quinn. Quinn made it clear he had no issue with Patricia as a person, but took great exception to the way he coached. Quinn joined SportsRadio 610 in Houston, […]

The Kansas City Chiefs have a proud history filled with a lot of draft picks that changed their franchise in a good way. Like every team, there are also some draft picks. Let’s look at the five biggest NFL Draft busts in Chiefs history. 5. Ryan Sims, 2002, 1st Round, 6th Pick Ryan Sims was […]

The New York Jets could entertain trade offers for star safety Jamal Adams again leading up to the draft according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The Jets entertained offers for All-Pro safety Jamal Adams at last year’s trade deadline; might be a name to monitor again during draft week. https://t.co/ScBUoLoiVr — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April […]

There seems to be more uncertainty with this draft because of the circumstances surrounding it. But Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said the team is still taking the same approach. When asked if there was a chance of moving up or down, Grier said that it isn’t something they ever rule out. And it’s […]

The Miami Dolphins almost met with former Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Tua Tagovailoa before the NFL policy barred it from happening. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Dolphins were rushing to get a meeting in with Tagovailoa the night before March 13th when the NFL banned all visits. On the night before the league […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was drafted 20 years ago, and on the anniversary, ESPN has been celebrating the day NFL history was changed. SportsCenter tweeted out a video of Mike Trico announcing that the Patriots selected Brady. Round 6. Pick No. 199. On this day 20 years ago, @TomBrady was drafted by the […]

Rumors have swirled that Rob Gronkowski could join Tom Brady with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and when the former New England Patriots tight end was asked about it, he didn’t refute it. The rumor was originally started by Barstool Sports’ PFT Commenter’s dog, Leroy. Hearing a wild rumor that has serious legs. Rob Gronkowski is strongly […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady hasn’t forgotten about where he was selected in the 2000 NFL Draft. 20 years ago today, April 16th 2000, Brady was selected in the sixth round out of Michigan by the New England Patriots. An image was created that Brady shared on his Instagram Story, depiciting the six quarterbacks […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars want to give Gardner Minshew a chance to win the starting job, but the competition is going to be fierce. The Jaguars traded Nick Foles to the Chicago Bears, which makes Minshew the number one guy on the roster. The Jaguars own the number nine pick in the draft. Some have questioned […]

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce made a very important announcement on Instagram. There were some who wondered if Kelce would retire from the NFL. In his post, he said he needed some time to make the decision. Kelce has now taken that time. After clearing his mind, he has decided to retire… from arm wrestling. […]

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman knows the team needs a wide receiver or two, but he doesn’t have a whole lot of interest in talking about the 2020 class of wideouts. “We’ve been in this situation a couple times. I think it’s come back to bite me to talk about it,” the Eagles GM […]

The Indianapolis Colts, like every other team, has had multiple draft picks that were highly touted coming into the league but couldn’t have any success when they stepped onto the field. Let’s breakdown the five biggest NFL busts in Colts history. 5. Dedric Mathis, 1996, 2nd Round, 51st Overall Dedric Mathis was selected in the […]

The Philadelphia Eagles need wide receiver help and they are interested in moving up in the draft to target CeeDee Lamb according to Joe Tordy of 975 The Fanatic. https://twitter.com/JoeTordy/status/1250521613940019201 It’s a week before the draft and more of these rumors are going to be swirling, but this is one that makes a whole lot […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers training camp is going to be filled with former XFL players. The Steelers announced the signing of three players who spent time in the XFL. Center John Keenoy was with the Dallas Renegades and is going to have a shot to make the NFL roster. Last season he was in camp with […]

The Indianapolis Colts made some small changes to their uniform, and a former local high school vice principal is accusing them of stealing their new logo. In the new logo, the state of Indiana is outlined in the “C.” Jere Kubuske, a former vice principal at Indianapolis’ Cathedral High School, said this was stolen from […]

Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is doing his part to help raise money for COVID-19 relief. In 2011, Manning won a Corvette for winning the Super Bowl MVP, but he is going to part ways with it, to help raise money through the “All-In Challenge.” All the money raised from the relief fund […]

In news that certainly falls in the New Orleans Saints purview, the main man heading up the state in which they reside is coming to terms with a new-normal. Louisana Governor John Bel Edwards knows that New Orleans Saints games — and all all sporting events — are going to look different when the COVID-19 […]

The Green Bay Packers have a proud history and they have found a lot of success over the decades. They have had a lot of great draft picks in their history, but they have also had some that haven’t worked. Let’s break down the five biggest NFL draft busts in Green Bay Packers history. 5. […]

The Dallas Cowboys have a proud history but like every other NFL team, they have had some draft picks that haven’t worked out. Let’s look at the five biggest NFL draft busts in Cowboys history. 5. David LeFleur (1997, Round 1, Pick 22) The Cowboys needed a replacement for tight end Jay Novacek, so they […]

The Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns have reportedly had preliminary discussions about a trade involving Odell Beckham Jr., according to Marc Malusis of WFAN660. According to Malusis, the Vikings would send a second round pick and a fifth round pick next year in return for Beckham. So, as I reported this morning on @MandMWFAN, Source […]

The New England Patriots are firmly in the mix to select a quarterback in the 2020 NFL Draft, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Rapoport discussed the Patriots’ potential plans in a recent appearance on the Rich Eisen Show. After the Top 4 QBs are selected, where do the rest shake out? And could […]

NFL Insider Jay Glazer doesn’t see any way the Dallas Cowboys trade away Dak Prescott, even if they can’t reach a long term deal. Glazer did his weekly mailbag for The Athletic on Monday and answered a number of questions, but the most revealing concerned Prescott. Said Glazer, “No, I don’t see it happening. I […]

The Cleveland Browns have no shortage of busts in their history. This list could be filled with just quarterbacks. As many quarterbacks who have been busts for the Browns, there are plenty of other picks from other positions that were dreadful. Let’s breakdown the five biggest NFL Draft busts in Browns history. 5. Brandon Weeden, […]

It’s only inevitable that every team is going to have some bad draft picks and it’s no different for the Atlanta Falcons. Not many of these busts have come in the last few years, but there is still plenty to choose from throughout their history. Let’s breakdown the five biggest NFL busts in Falcons history. […]

The Chicago Bears are one of the NFL’s oldest franchises and, thus, are one of the teams that took part in the very first NFL Draft all the way back in 1936. The Bears have had plenty of great draft selections, but they have also picked players who have et them back at times. Let’s […]

Historically the Minnesota Vikings have fared well in the draft, selecting quality players. But just like every team, they have had some players who haven’t worked out. Let’s look at the five biggest NFL draft busts in Vikings history. 5. Erasmus James, 2005, 1st Round, 18th Overall Coming out of Wisconsin, the Vikings hoped Erasmus […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have found some really good players during free agency since coming into the NFL in 1976, but they have also had a lot of success in the NFL Draft. Let’s look at the five best draft picks in Buccaneers’ history. 5. Mike Alstott (1996, Round 2, 35th Pick) When people thought […]

The Houston Texans have only been around since 2002, but managed to make so dynamic NFL Draft picks over the years. They have had a lot of high draft picks, especially their first couple of years in the NFL, due to some iffy seasons. Let’s breakdown the five best draft picks in Texans history. 5. […]

The Detroit Lions don’t have the proudest history in terms of winning games, but they have still had some very good draft picks that have made a large impact on the team. So, let’s break down the five best draft picks in Lions history. One interesting thing about all the best draft picks for Lions […]

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott reportedly won’t be participating in the team’s offseason program unless he is signed to a new long term contract. The offseason program was supposed to start last week, but with the coronavirus, players and staff aren’t allowed at the team’s facilities. There will still be an offseason program going on, […]

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick wants people to look at how the team dealt with Matt Cassel as an example of how the team will adjust without Tom Brady under center. In 2008, Brady suffered a knee injury in Week 1 and missed the rest of the season. Cassel was the backup and did […]

One of the more intriguing quarterback prospects heading into the 2020 NFL Draft is Jalen Hurts, and according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Chargers have both shown interest in him. Two interesting teams who have been in touch with and monitoring #OU QB Jalen Hurts: The #Packers […]