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With the 199th overall pick in the 2000 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots selected someone who they hoped would become a valued addition to their team. Tom Brady’s storied career saw him remain with the Patriots up until the 2020 season when he decided to head over to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he […]

The Houston Texans have had one of the strangest offseasons in recent NFL history over the past few months as things draw closer to the free-agent period. JJ Watt was released and star quarterback Deshaun Watson has requested a trade, although he has yet to be moved. The Texans released running back Duke Johnson and […]

There has been a ton of speculations over the last few weeks around the Seattle Seahawks and their quarterback Russell Wilson. At this point, the Seahawks have not announced that they are trading Wilson nor has the QB asked for a trade as Deshaun Watson has in Houston. However, there are rumors that Russell and […]

The New England Patriots will get a lot of players back in 2021 after the likes of Dont’a Hightower and Patrick Chung opted out of the 2020 season. Whether wide receiver Julian Edelman returns to the fold remains to be seen. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that Julian Edelman wants to play in 2021. […]

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert had previously said the team would need to evaluate the quarterback position before making a decision on Ben Roethlisberger’s future. The longtime Steelers quarterback has said he is open to restructuring his contract. But Colbert seemed to leave the door open for a change under center. However, it looks […]

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins continues to troll the Houston Texans for their inept managerial decisions and poor culture. Hopkins quote-tweeted the Cardinals’ tweet commemorating his first season in the desert, with the caption “[And] they said I’m only worth a 2nd rounder.” An they said I’m only worth a 2nd rounder 😂😂😂 https://t.co/vXN2wqXrV8 […]

The NFL offseason is among us, with the free agency period and NFL Draft looming in the near distance. Teams around the league can apply the franchise tag to certain players on their respective rosters if they choose to right now, as well as make roster cuts and trades. The NFC North is one of […]

The Houston Texans made a roster move Friday morning. No, Deshaun Watson has not been traded. Adam Schefter of ESPN was among those to report Houston cut ties with running back Duke Johnson, whom the Texans acquired from the Cleveland Browns in August of 2019. Texans just released RB Duke Johnson, per source. — Adam […]

Who would have thought that the AFC North would have three teams with 11 wins or more? The Pittsburgh Steelers had a buzz saw defense led by Defensive Player of the Year candidate TJ Watt. They won their first 11 games, before crumbling towards the end to teams like the Washington Football Team. Quarterback Lamar […]

Last season was a tough one for the New England Patriots, but things are already looking better thanks to a few key players rejoining the roster. Before the start of the 2020 season, the NFL gave players the choice to play or opt out due to concerns surrounding COVID-19. The Patriots had several players choose […]

Amidst his free agency, JJ Watt is working hard in the offseason to keep in tip-top shape. The free agent defensive end posted a video of himself hitting the gym as he gets ready for the 2021 campaign. However, he made sure to make a disclaimer to the “form police” on Twitter, admitting his form […]

Another Aaron Rodgers MVP season, but unfortunately another NFC Championship game loss. Since 2014, the Green Bay Packers have been eliminated at that stage. While Rodgers continues to play at a high-level, the team has holes that prevent them from winning another Super Bowl let alone get to one. Green Bay is projected to be $11,451,306 […]

Tom Brady is one funny dude. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers superstar quarterback recently took to Twitter to come out with a response to a Justin Bieber throwback tweet. And let’s face it, Brady takes the cake here. Bieber earlier posted a photo of himself as a kid with the caption “Your boy.” Brady decided to […]

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay is taking responsibility for some of the team’s offensive failures in recent seasons. McVay said during a press conference Thursday he felt it was unfair to blame former Rams quarterback Jared Goff for L.A.’s offensive shortcomings following Goff’s trade to the Detroit Lions. He added it was important […]

Deshaun Watson has made it clear that he still wants to be traded from the Houston Texans as soon as possible. Despite Watson’s reiterating his trade remands, the Texans continue to avoid any discussions with teams about trading Watson, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The #Texans remain unwilling to discuss QB Deshaun Watson with other […]

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is being recruited by multiple NFL stars amid recent trade rumors. Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen tweeted at Wilson after it was reported the Bears were among the four teams Wilson would accept as a trade destination. Now, New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is chiming in. New Orleans […]

New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams wants no part of being involved in a hypothetical package for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Williams told CBS Sports Radio host Zach Gelb on Wednesday he hopes to remain with the team that drafted him for the entirety of his playing career: “Yeah, I’d be disappointed,” Williams […]

The Chicago Bears front office seems adamant in snatching Russell Wilson away from the Seattle Seahawks after the recent reports on Thursday morning. Wilson has been one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL and proved that last year, as he threw for 4,212 yards and 40 touchdowns. With that said, it’s no wonder the […]

When Deshaun Watson says he wants out, he means it. The Houston Texans star reportedly is adamant about leaving the AFC South franchise. According to Dan Graziano of ESPN, Watson met with incoming first-year Texans head coach David Culley and repeated the trade demand, telling the former Baltimore Ravens assistant he doesn’t plan on playing […]

In an exclusive interview with the Establish The Pass podcast on ClutchPoints, Las Vegas Raiders Pro Bowler Darren Waller talked about the team being within striking distance of the Kansas City Chiefs, his growing chemistry with Derek Carr as one of the most explosive duos in the NFL, his impressive place in the Raider record […]

Are the Seattle Seahawks and Russell Wilson really headed for a breakup? Seattle’s franchise quarterback has reportedly discussed possible trade destinations with the team, and there is suddenly a very real chance Wilson could be on the move this offseason. That initial report included the Las Vegas Raiders, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets and New […]

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson would reportedly have interest in a move to the Windy City in the event of a trade. Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen likes that idea. Cohen tagged Wilson on Twitter, saying “you called bro?” @DangeRussWilson you called bro ? — Tarik Cohen (@TarikCohen) February 25, 2021 The tweet comes […]

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Russell Wilson trade rumors are heating up after the The Athletic dropped a bombshell about his rift with the Seattle Seahawks. Wilson has been rather vocal with his displeasure with the organization recently, and rightly so. In 2020 alone, the Seahawks allowed 48 sacks, the third-most in the league. It has been that way the last […]

After being released by the Houston Texans back on February 12th, JJ Watt has hit the free-agent market for the first time in his NFL career. The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year has already garnered plenty of interest from numerous teams around the league. John Clayton clarified his report on JJ Watt on […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson continues to lobby for a trade, in spite of the team showing no interest in moving him. Dianna Russini of ESPN reported Thursday morning the Texans are still determined to “avoid conversations” involving Watson, adding “They are refusing to trade their franchise QB.” Houston continues to avoid conversations with teams […]

Tom Brady and Peyton Manning developed one of the greatest individual rivalries in NFL history in the 2000s and 2010s, establishing a strong bond in the process. Apparently, Manning even had a subtle influence on Brady’s free agency decision last spring. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterbacks coach Clyde Christensen explained on Wednesday’s edition of “The Zach […]

Russell Wilson’s future with the Seattle Seahawks has been a topic of discussion this offseason, with some believing it is nothing to be concerned about. On the contrary, The Athletic’s Michael-Shawn Dugar, Mike Sando, and Jayson Jenks highlighted why Wilson’s future in Seattle could be in doubt in a long piece showing how the relationship between […]

The New England Patriots encountered quite the rude awakening upon making the leap into life without current Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and future Hall of Famer Tom Brady. Of course, Brady and the Buccaneers went on to win Super Bowl LV in the longtime Patriots signal caller’s first go-round down in Tampa Bay while New […]

The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly on the market for some fresh talent and Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett already sent his audition tape to team owner Mark Cuban. On Wednesday, the 25-year-old supreme defender once again flexed his skills outside the gridiron by sharing his own basketball highlight video. https://twitter.com/MylesLGarrett/status/1364713898054717440 It’s interesting that Garett […]

Despite having a so-so debut season as a pro, Miami Dolphins star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa remains to be one of the most popular players in the entire league. So much so, that the 22-year-old actually ranked fourth overall in total jersey sales on NFL.com. Nevertheless, Tagovailoa himself admitted that while he appreciates the love, he […]

There is little question as to Cam Newton’s love for Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots. Newton spoke openly about his future during a recent appearance on the “I AM AN ATHLETE” podcast, saying he has no intention of retiring anytime soon. The former NFL MVP was also asked whether he would be open […]

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota could be a potential trade target for any number of teams looking to make a change under center. However, there are contractual concerns. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network notes Mariota’s contract carries incentives that can bring his 2021 cap hit to over $20 million. Rapoport said teams do not feel […]

On Tuesday, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin appeared on the Pat McAfee Show, where he expressed his feelings towards the NFL free agency. He made it clear that money is not the deciding factor, however, it does play a role in his decision. "I want to be here. I love the guys on […]

It’s been speculated that the San Francisco 49ers will be searching for a new starting quarterback for the 2021 season. However, after being a guest on “The Eye Test for Two” podcast, general manager John Lynch reveals how he truly feels about Jimmy Garoppolo going forward. The GM of the 49ers was asked, “If he […]

The rumor mill strikes again as Marcus Mariota is the betting favorite to become the New England Patriots starting quarterback next year, per Pro Football Talk. Mariota has had quite the roller coaster of a career. Playing in just one game for the Las Vegas Raiders this last season, Mariota put on quite the performance. […]

Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are likely to come to an agreement on a contract extension this offseason, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. With the future Hall of Famer currently under contract through 2021, it would likely be a one- or two-year extension. While Brady is up there in age at 43 […]

Baltimore Ravens edge rusher Matt Judon wants an apology from ESPN’s Jamison Hensley after the Ravens beat writer reported Judon turned down a long-term deal. Hensley wrote Tuesday the Ravens offered Judon–who was eventually hit with the franchise tag–a deal worth around $16.5 million per year sometime last summer. Judon took to Twitter to dispute […]

Former LSU football coach Les Miles has reached a settlement with a student intern who claimed he made inappropriate sexual advances towards her. Andrea Gallo and Brooks Kubena of The Advocate reported Miles–now the football coach at the University of Kansas–settled with a former LSU Athletic Department student intern, who accused Miles of “hitting on her” […]