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As Stefon Diggs is grumbling about his role with the team some of his Minnesota Vikings teammates are taking a different approach, like Kyle Rudolph who is enjoying his opportunity to run block more. Through four games Rudolph only has four catches for 32 yards and for a guy who is used to have a […]

The Seattle Seahawks won Thursday night’s game but they might have suffered a big loss with starting right guard DJ Fluker leaving the game early with a hamstring injury. DJ Fluker doubtful to return because of a hamstring injury. (Or probably just wanted no part of Aaron Donald anymore) — Lindsey Thiry (@LindseyThiry) October 4, […]

New York Jets running back Le’Veon Bell has heard all the positive comments from the Oakland Raiders following Vontaze Burfict’s suspension, but he isn’t buying that he is “misunderstood.” In the latest episode of the 17 Weeks from Uninterrupted, SiriusXM, and Pandora, Bell was asked about Burfict’s suspension and if it was warranted. Bell made […]

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams is facing a big day on Friday if he wants to play on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. Adams is dealing with turf toe and hasn’t been able to practice at all this week. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, there is a chance he could go […]

The New York Jets have ruled out Sam Darnold for Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Not surprisingly, the #Jets have ruled QB Sam Darnold out for this week’s game. He got a lot of reps in practice, but the spleen did not do what Darnold wanted it […]

The Atlanta Falcons have a lot of stars on offense led by Julio Jones, who is not only the leader on the field but also hasn’t been afraid to be vocal. The Falcons offense ranks second in the league in passing but has had an issue getting into the end zone and currently rank 26th […]

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks was evaluated for a concussion after a catch in the 4th quarter according to Lindsey Thiry of ESPN. Rams WR Brandin Cooks is being evaluated for a concussion. https://t.co/jwtG3vcQdD — Lindsey Thiry (@LindseyThiry) October 4, 2019 Cooks was hurt after a 29-yard catch on a key third and […]

Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas and defensive end Brandon Williams were involved in a heated locker room exchange after the team’s loss to the Cleveland Browns, but it seems they have both moved on. Reports came out that the exchange was because Thomas was frustrated that Williams didn’t play in the game. Williams was a […]

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry still remains in the concussion protocol. This according to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. #Browns Jarvis Landry is still in the concussion protocol — Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) October 3, 2019 With Landry still in the concussion protocol, he isn’t allowed to practice and must be cleared by an […]

New York Giants coach Pat Shurmur is leaving open the possibility that Saquon Barkley could return to the field on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. When Barkley originally went down with the high ankle sprain it was reported he would miss four to eight weeks, but he has only missed one full week and now […]

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs returned to the team on Thursday and took questions from the media about the situation including rumors that he asked for a trade. Diggs missed practice on Wednesday and claimed the reason was that he wasn’t feeling too well. Diggs did admit that he was frustrated with the struggles […]

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott couldn’t get the ball into the end zone against the New Orleans Saints and it’s a big reason they couldn’t come away with a win. After looking really good in the first three games, Prescott has to deal with adversity, but he has a chance to bounce back in a […]

Last week Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon only suited up for an emergency situation, but this week the plan will be different. Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn was on Sirius XM NFL Radio on Thursday and said that Gordon will be a part of the game plan this week, and there is a […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are working out wide receiver DaMarkus Lodge on Thursday according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. A day after placing WR John Ross (shoulder) on Injured Reserve, the #Bengals are working out FA WR DaMarkus Lodge, source said. There may be others. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 3, 2019 The Bengals played […]

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey is expected to miss his second straight day of practice as he deals with a back injury according to Demetrius Harvey of Locked on Jaguars. #Jaguars CB Jalen Ramsey not expected to practice for the second straight day this week. — Demetrius Harvey (@Demetrius82) October 3, 2019 This is the […]

Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen has filled in well while Cam Newton but as he gets more starts he needs to take better care of the football. Allen is 2-0 as a starter since taking over for Newton, but he has fumbled five times in those two games, and he knows that is something that […]

The New England Patriots announced they were signing Mike Nugent on Thursday, but that wasn’t the only kicker move they made. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Patriots are also signing former Los Angeles Chargers kicker Younghoe Koo to their practice squad. In addition to signing veteran kicker Mike Nugent to their roster, the […]

The Minnesota Vikings might have an issue with Stefon Diggs on their hands, and now teammates are questioning if he actually wants to be there. Diggs missed Wednesday’s practice with a non-injury designation and according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, teammates are starting to question what his intentions are. On #Vikings WR Stefon Diggs: […]

New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis won’t be wearing a custom headband anymore because he doesn’t want to be fined anymore. Against the Seattle Seahawks, Davis wore a headband that read “Man of God” on it and he didn’t realize it was against the league rules, so he was shocked when he received a $7,017 […]

Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden still doesn’t have a plan for who will start at quarterback Week 5 against the New England Patriots. On a conference call on Wednesday a Patriots beat writer asked if he had an answer who would be starting under center. “We don’t have one right now,” Gruden answered when asked […]

The Kansas City Chiefs offense has shined through the first quarter of the 2019 season without star wide receiver Tyreek Hill, but head coach Andy Reid said that Hill will participate in practice Wednesday ahead of their Week 5 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Hill suffered a dislocated collarbone during the team’s Week 1 game […]

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew is dealing with a knee injury according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, but he added that it is considered minor. #Jaguars CB Jalen Ramsey (back) is not practicing today… Meanwhile, QB Gardner Minshew (knee) was added to the injury report, but that ailment is deemed minor. — Ian Rapoport […]

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold will return to practice on Wednesday, the first time he has practiced since he was diagnosed with mono according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. Darnold update. #Jets pic.twitter.com/xYMUGAxlg1 — Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) October 2, 2019 Darnold still hasn’t been cleared for contact but he can still practice with the […]

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley looks to be a little ahead of schedule in his return from his ankle injury. Barkley was seen on Wednesday morning stretching and working with the training staff. He still isn’t practicing with the team but just being on the field is a positive step in the right […]

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson looks like he could be out another week as he deals with an abdomen injury. Eagles coach Doug Pederson said on Wednesday that Jackson is still going through rehab and he won’t be practicing yet. “DeSean is still rehabbing,” Pederson said via the Eagles team website. “He won’t do […]

Oakland Raiders linebacker has been considered by many as a dirty player but quarterback Derek Carr thinks that impression is wrong, and he is just misunderstood. Burfict was given a suspension for the rest of the season after his hit on Sunday against Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle. Carr said he didn’t think Burfict […]

Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron wants to “stop thinking too much” after his drop filled game against the Oakland Raiders. He caught a touchdown pass on Sunday against the Raiders but that was overshadowed by three dropped passes. Dropped passes were a big problem when Ebron when he was with the Detroit Lions, and […]

The Oakland Raiders could be short-handed on Sunday against the Chicago Bears with Tyrell Williams and Clelin Ferrell both missing practice on Wednesday. #Raiders coach Jon Gruden tells reporters in London that rookie DE Clelin Ferrell in in concussion protocol and WR Tyrell Williams has a foot injury as both missed practice today. — Paul […]

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has been impressed with the way Jacoby Brissett has handled himself since taking over for Andrew Luck as the teams starting quarterback. The Colts sit with a 2-2 record, but with the play of Brissett, the team probably should be 4-0. “He prepares — he’s always prepared like the […]

Oakland Raiders coach Jon Gruden had no interest in telling his exact feelings to ESPN on how he feels about the Vontaze Burfict suspension but it’s clear he isn’t very happy. “I’m not really going to say anything. I’ve talked to (Jon) Runyan (NFL Vice President of Football Operations) in the league office, he knows […]

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin didn’t mince his words when he offered some advice to rookie wide receiver Dionte Johnson according to Joe Rutter of triblive.com. “Don’t fumble anymore.” Johnson fumbled on the Steelers second play from scrimmage on Monday night and it led to the Cincinnati Bengals getting an early field goal. After the […]

The New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson is back with the team and everyone is excited about what he brings to the table. Watson was suspended the first four games of the season after he tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs, and the Patriots have had to use Ryan Izzo and Matt LaCosse to fill […]

Chicago Bears All-Pro Khalil Mack was traded from the Oakland Raiders last year, but before the trade, he expected to stay with the Raiders long term. With the Raiders and Bears facing off this weekend all eyes are watching to see how Mack does against his former team, and there have been a lot of […]

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones won’t rule out wide receiver Michael Gallup for their Week 5 game against the Green Bay Packers. On Monday, Jones gave an update on Gallup and said there is a chance he could go, which would honestly be a bit shocking. Gallup has missed the last two games after having […]

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes knew his team wasn’t out of the game after the Detroit Lions had a late score to take the lead, and gave a motivational speech to fire up the troops. “We do not have to do anything else other than being ourselves." pic.twitter.com/JbNrJZW7uT — Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) September […]

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd didn’t beat around the bush when asked about the team’s performance on Monday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers. “We got embarrassed,” Boyd said via ESPN. “Straight like that. It sucks.” Boyd has been of the bright spots this season for the Bengals, but he didn’t get many chances on […]

Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas received some heat for not trying to chase down Nick Chubb on his 88-yard touchdown run, but Thomas had a reason, and John Harbaugh was fine with the explanation. Harbaugh said Thomas told him that he felt a little tightness in the hamstring and didn’t want to risk an injury. […]

Antonio Brown is out of the NFL, and he decided to recently re-enroll in fall classes at Central Michigan University. Brown tweeted out on Sunday that he needed help with an English paper: My English paper do by tonight 12am need a prof reader make sure As and Bs #Eng303 — AB (@AB84) September 29, […]

Cleveland Browns coach Freddie Kitchens is still upset that Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey wasn’t punished for chocking Odell Beckham Jr. during Sunday’s game. While Beckham was on the ground, it appears that Humphrey puts his hands around the Browns star wide receiver’s neck and continued until a referee stepped in and broke up the […]