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The Las Vegas Raiders stormed out the gate as a hot commodity in three weeks of NFL action. Minus a loss against the New England Patriots in Week 3, the Raiders were on the rise after being a sleeper team prior to the start of the season. Even with a Week 3 loss, the Raiders […]

Quarterback Tom Brady had several suitors and weighed different options after leaving the New England Patriots during the offseason. Before his ultimately chose the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, among his choices were the Los Angeles Chargers. Fast forward to the season, the two teams will go head to head in a Week 4 matchup in Florida. […]

The Kansas City Chiefs continued their strong start to their Super Bowl defense with a 34-20 win over the Baltimore Ravens in a highly-anticipated game on Monday. In Week 4, the Chiefs face another test in the New England Patriots, which is coming off a 36-20 win over the Las Vegas Raiders in their previous […]

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Dee Ford recently sustained a back injury that has forced him to miss his team’s 36-9 pummeling of the New York Giants on Week 3. This most recent injury has outlets now talking about Ford’s potential retirement, which 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has addressed directly. According to Shanahan, an early […]

The Denver Broncos were unable to have Drew Lock available during their Week 4 victory over the New York Jets on Thursday night. Despite Lock not being able to suit up in Week 4, he could have a chance to play versus the New England Patriots in Week 5, per Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports. […]

Lamar Miller has been searching for a new team in recent weeks, and he has finally found a new place to call home — for the time being. With Tarik Cohen going down with a knee injury, the Chicago Bears are signing Miller to their practice squad, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The #Bears are […]

The Chicago Bears are a semi-surprising 3-0 on the year. Now they face a tough 2-1 Indianapolis Colts team in Week 4. So far, Chicago has not had the hardest schedule. In fact, they beat the Detroit Lions in Week 1, that is the only team they’ve faced that has a win on the year. The Lions […]

The San Francisco 49ers received some bad news on Friday after starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been ruled out in their Week 4 matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles due to ankle injury. To make matters worse, Raheem Mostert will also remain out with his knee injury (via ESPN’s Adam Schefter). 49ers’ RB Raheem Mostert (knee) […]

The New York Jets are hurting at the running back position and they’ve added a new face to the backfield on Friday. According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, New York claimed Ty Johnson off of waivers in hopes to bolster their running back room. The #Jets claimed former #Lions RB Ty Johnson, bolstering their […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been among the more injury-riddled teams in the league, but they will get a pair of offensive stars back for Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. All-Pro tight end George Kittle will be active after a two-week absence, while wide receiver Deebo Samuel will make his season debut, per NFL […]

Cleveland Browns star edge-rusher Myles Garrett knows his team will have its hands full against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Garrett praised the Cowboys’ signal-caller, saying Prescott has been a leader in the locker room and noting the Browns’ defense cannot afford to give up big plays: “He is a talented player,” […]

New Orleans Saints star receiver Michael Thomas seemed to be progressing towards a return this weekend after a fairly successful week of practice. However, Thomas will not play against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The All-Pro returned to practice in limited fashion on Thursday, seemingly giving him a chance to play. But Tom Pelissero of […]

The Minnesota Vikings will continue to be without star defensive end Danielle Hunter for an extended period of time as he tends to an ongoing neck injury. Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer said Friday that Hunter is getting a second opinion on the injury. Hunter was put on IR nearly a month ago and was […]

The New England Patriots’ Cam Newton–Bill Belichick partnership has been a match made in heaven so far. Newton has had nothing but positive things to say about Belichick’s style and work ethic. Belichick has previously lauded Newton’s dedication, and he heaped more praise on the former NFL MVP for the leadership he has shown in […]

It looks like Los Angeles Chargers rookie quarterback Justin Herbert will start once more in Week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, per Field Yates of ESPN. This will be a battle between the youngest starting quarterback (22-year-old Herbert) and the oldest starting quarterback (43-year-old Brady) in the NFL. Herbert has answered the […]

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold was forced out of Thursday night’s game for a bit due to a shoulder injury. Although Darnold would return to finish the contest, Jets head coach Adam Gase said the team is uncertain as to the extent of the signal-caller’s injury: “We’re still kind of evaluating that, seeing what […]

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is all clear to play this Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys after dealing with a back injury earlier this week. Beckham was a limited participant during practice on Thursday. However, the three-time Pro Bowler was a full participant on Friday, and the Browns removed his injury designation ahead […]

Although the Los Angeles Chargers may be coming off a disappointing loss to the Carolina Panthers, it was not going to prevent defensive tackle Damion Square from having some fun with the restrictions placed in response the the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Square poked fun at a reporter for taking part in a press conference from […]

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh itched a few nerves with his recent action of pulling down his face mask during a contest against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night. Harbaugh then proceeded to confront an official with his mask down, a direct violation of COVID-19 protocols. Since then, the referees union apparently wants […]

Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 105 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 105 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 105 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan dive into their predictions for Week 4 […]

The Seattle Seahawks will be without All-Pro safety Jamal Adams for this weekend’s clash against the Miami Dolphins. Adams picked up a groin injury during a Week 3 win over the Dallas Cowboys, and Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said the 24-year-old needs more time to recover: “Jamal is not ready yet. He won’t make […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers generated plenty of hype coming into the 2020 NFL season with their firepower on offense. Unfortunately, it seems quarterback Tom Brady will be rather shorthanded when the Bucs host the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 4. Tampa Bay has officially ruled out running back Leonard Fournette and wide receiver Chris Godwin […]

President Trump’s announcement both he and First Lady Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19 late Thursday night caused waves and drew reactions from around the country. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones was among those to react to the news on Friday, wishing the President well during an appearance on 105.3 The Fan: “I want to […]

The Arizona Cardinals are looking to get back into the win column against the Carolina Panthers in Week 4. Fortunately, it appears they will be at full strength with wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in the mix. Hopkins has been unable to practice this week due to an ankle injury. Regardless, general manager Steve Keim is […]

The New Orleans Saints have struggled mightily over the past two games since wide receiver Michael Thomas was sidelined with an ankle injury. Although he has since managed to log in some practice time heading into Week 4 versus the Detroit Lions, the reigning Offensive Player of the Year is hardly a lock to play. […]

It feels like since Patrick Mahomes was named full-time Kansas City Chiefs starting quarterback before his second NFL season in 2018 (he started one game as a rookie), he has never not played extremely well. Mahomes won an MVP in his first season as starter, the Super Bowl MVP in his second, and is on […]

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has gotten off to an MVP start to the 2020 NFL season. Of course, a part of his success can be attributed to Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf emerging into one of the most talented receiving duos in the league. Both wideouts are coming off 100-yard receiving performances against the […]

Former NFL running back Reggie Bush offered a unique stance on President Donald Trump’s announcement that he and his wife, Melania, had tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. As part of a tweet that he sent out on Friday morning, Bush claimed that Trump’s diagnosis is “a conspiracy:” “Teflon Don just wants the attention on […]

The Denver Broncos finally secured their first win of the season, as they defeated the New York Jets on Friday, 37-28. Second-year quarterback Brett Rypien made his first career start for the Broncos, and the 24-year-old did not disappoint, helping his squad to a huge win. Unsurprisingly, Denver head coach Vic Fangio was happy with […]

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to extend its grasp, as two more players on the Tennessee Titans have tested positive after it was announced that their Week 4 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers would be postponed until later in the season. ESPN’s Adam Schefter shared news of Tennessee’s continued outbreak via his Twitter account: Two more […]

Cam Newton may be changing the New England Patriots, but Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is changing the sport. That’s according to the Patriots QB, who expressed words of praise for the Super Bowl MVP ahead of the Week 4 clash between the two AFC contenders at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday. Via ESPN’s Mike […]

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold suffered a shoulder injury when he was slammed to the turf in the first quarter of Thursday night’s 37-28 loss to the Denver Broncos. However, Darnold only missed four snaps before returning to the game, and he insists he’s “fine.” Via ESPN’s Rich Cimini: “I’ve had something similar, so […]

Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio didn’t shake the hand of New York Jets head coach Adam Gase after Thursday night’s game, and his reasoning had nothing to do with social distancing. Rather, Fangio was “pissed off” at Gase — with whom Fangio worked alongside for the Chicago Bears — and the Jets coaching staff […]

The Denver Broncos had quite a scare on Thursday as star tight end Noah Fant had to be stretchered off against the New York Jets. An update has been provided on Fant’s status, and it appears that the Broncos have dodged a bullet here. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Fant’s ankle injury seems to be […]

Adam Gase’s New York Jets fell to 0-4 with an ugly 37-28 loss to the Denver Broncos on Thursday night, but Gase’s job still isn’t in jeopardy. In fact, while it sure seems as if Gase is, or at least should be, on the hot seat, The Athletic’s Connor Hughes reports the Jets don’t plan […]

For some reason, football fans seem to universally hate Thursday Night Football. Whether it’s because of odd matchups, the primetime schedule or even the quality of the actual games – it seems like there’s always something to critique about these mid-week episodes of the NFL. Though some may argue that watching football on a Thursday […]

Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon got another touchdown to seal the deal on Thursday against the New York Jets. Coming off the two-minute warning, Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien set up in the I formation from the 43-yard line, handing it off to Gordon. After initially not finding a hole in the offensive line, Gordon […]

Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Damon Arnette appears to be in good spirits during his recovery from his thumb injury. The rookie talent recently posted a picture of his thumb post-surgery on his official Instagram page. Per his IG account, looks like Damon Arnette just had surgery on his thumb. #Raiders hoping for a speedy recovery. […]

More injuries in the NFL in 2020, and specifically for the Denver Broncos. This time it’s tight end Noah Fant. Fant was carted off the field in the fourth quarter Thursday night in the Broncos game against the New York Jets with an apparent ankle injury and has been ruled out for the remainder of […]