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As video circulated Monday of Jacob Blake, a Black man in Kenosha, Wisconsin, being shot by police officers, members of the NFL community shared their reactions to the latest viral footage of police brutality against a Black person in America. Blake was opening the door of a parked car after attempting to break up a […]

Fourth-year wide receiver Mike Williams was the latest Los Angeles Chargers player to be sidelined due to a sustained injury in practice. He was reportedly diagnosed with a shoulder sprain and will be observed on a week-to-week basis. NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport disclosed the details on the injury of Williams on Twitter: #Chargers WR […]

The Baltimore Ravens snagged a draft steal with the 55th pick by selecting rookie running back J.K. Dobbins in the 2020 NFL Draft. The former Ohio State Buckeye continues to impress and showcase his wares in front of his new team in training camp proceedings. For the first time this season, the Ravens took the […]

Another heated altercation was figured during a team practice of an NFL team, this time with the New York Jets. Linebacker Jordan Jenkins spurned words against guards Alex Lewis and Greg Van Roten. Quarterback Sam Darnold and running back Le’Veon Bell both stood in the middle of the dispute and acted as peacemakers for the […]

After being drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs with the 32nd pick, running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire was seemingly bound to be a back-up in his rookie campaign. The offensive rotation of the Super Bowl LIV champions remains to be one of the deepest in the league. With the recent opt-out of veteran running back Damien […]

Fantasy football players scramble for breakout candidates and sleepers every season. Some people toss their seasons away on calculated risks while others ride hidden gems to championships. Ahead of the hectic 2020 NFL season, there are a handful of fantasy football breakout tight ends that could raise their ADPs significantly. Several tight ends earned consideration […]

Aside from the Dallas Cowboys, another NFC team in the Atlanta Falcons is now being linked to former Baltimore Ravens free safety Earl Thomas. Falcons head coach Dan Quinn already had ties with the seven-time Pro Bowler, dating back to their days together with the Seattle Seahawks. Quinn served as the team’s defensive coordinator back […]

Former Baltimore Ravens free safety Earl Thomas recently figured in a heated exchange with strong safety Chuck Clark which led to his dismissal from the team. Not long after, the Dallas Cowboys emerged as front-runners to land the seven-time Pro Bowler. The team and Thomas were already being linked dating back to the safety’s days […]

Washington Football Team’s prized recruit in defensive end Chase Young was recently slowed down by a hip flexor injury. The former Ohio State Buckeye missed his fourth practice but was dressed in full pads and worked on the side with athletic trainers instead. Washington head coach Ron Rivera mentioned his plans on addressing Young’s injury: […]

It wasn’t a long time ago when free-agent quarterback Cam Newton took his talents to Foxborough to join the New England Patriots. Despite the short amount of time, the 2015 NFL MVP has been consistent in working towards understanding coach Bill Belichick’s system. After the first few weeks of training camp, Newton may be inching […]

Earl Thomas has long been considered one of the best safeties. However, some recent problems have led to Thomas being shockingly released by the Baltimore Ravens. The defensive back was selected in the first round (14th overall) by the Seattle Seahawks back in 2010. He immediately became a superstar. Thomas went on to spend the […]

Although there had been plenty of speculation regarding the uncertain future of Baltimore Ravens safety Earl Thomas, the team went ahead and decided to release him on Sunday. The recent turn of events clearly have not gone unnoticed by San Francisco 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman. Sherman took to Twitter to offer up some support for […]

A second consecutive absence from Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson started to raise plenty of speculation with training camp in full swing. Fortunately, it appears fans can now breathe a sigh of relief. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Jackson is dealing with a groin issue and is expected to return to practice on Monday: After […]

Emmanuel Acho got straight to the point with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on his handling of Colin Kaepernick’s protests of the national anthem. Although the NFL has recently embraced players using their platform to raise awareness for racial injustice, the damage to Kaepernick’s playing career had already been done. Goodell offered up an apology on […]

According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, the NFL and the NFLPA are discussing a new way to flag false positive COVID-19 tests before regular season games. As the NFL and NFLPA continue to discuss in-season COVID-19 testing protocols, one option is conducting "pregame" tests on Fridays before Sunday games, per sources. That'd provide extra […]

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams departed Sunday’s practice early due to a shoulder injury, one that Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network is reporting that there is optimism of not being serious. Williams will undergo further tests, but his collarbone was not injured, which could have a potentially debilitating ailment with the start […]

The tenuous nature of the 2020 NFL season has been on full display over the past few days as multiple teams around the league were swept up in false positive COVID-19 testing situations. The known teams to be affected in some capacity, per Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, are the Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills, Cleveland […]

The San Francisco 49ers already have a long list of wide receivers on their injury report and they added another name to the list on Sunday. According to ESPN’s Field Yates, rookie Brandon Aiyuk left practice on Sunday with an apparent hamstring issue. Current 49ers WR injuries:▫️Deebo Samuel (Jones fracture – likely to miss games)▫️Jalen […]

Adrian Peterson continues to defy the odds at the running back position as he enters his 14th season in the NFL. While it is unclear what his role will be with the Washington Football Team in 2020, Peterson shared why he continues to suit up on Sundays. “They put us in this box, four to […]

Some of the NFL world was surprised to see the Baltimore Ravens part ways with Earl Thomas, including some of the players in the league. Following the release of Thomas, Deshaun Watson of the Houston Texans exclaimed on Twitter that he ‘can’t wait to see’ where Thomas lands. Surprised the Ravens released my guy @Earl_Thomas […]

The Arizona Cardinals have been doing their due diligence on veteran cornerbacks and they’ve decided to sign one on Sunday. After bringing him in for a workout earlier this week, pending a physical, the Cardinals plan to sign Dre Kirkpatrick, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. #AZCardinals are planning to sign FA CB Dre Kirkpatrick, source […]

It was reported earlier this week that the Cleveland Browns were holding a workout with veteran linebacker and former Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith. It appears both sides have come to an agreement. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Cleveland has inked a deal with Smith for the 2020 season. Browns signed former Seahawks and Raiders […]

Henry Ruggs is projected to be an immediate contributor for the Las Vegas Raiders as a rookie and they have lofty expectations for him moving forward. Ahead of his first year with the Raiders, Ruggs is expected to see a similar role that Las Vegas had in mind for Antonio Brown last season, per Bleacher […]

There’s been a hiccup in COVID-19 tests in the NFL, with multiple teams producing false-positive tests over the weekend. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Josh Allen is going to miss practice on Sunday with the Buffalo Bills due to having a false-positive COVID-19 test. Bills’ QB Josh Allen received a false positive COVID test result […]

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman has only ever known one starting quarterback: Tom Brady. Naturally, this season mandates a learning curve with Cam Newton. The Patriots’ quarterback competition is in full swing, with Newton — a former NFL MVP — expected to be the starter come Week 1. Edelman commented on his developing […]

The New England Patriots still have a couple of weeks to make a decision at quarterback, but the competition may already be over. With time winding down before the regular season, NFL Network’s Mike Giardi gave a revealing update on the battle between Cam Newton and Jarrett Stidham. Based on Jarrett Stidham being limited again […]

The late NBA legend Kobe Bryant has always been an avid fan of his hometown Philadelphia Eagles. The former Los Angeles Laker was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and attended the local Lower Merion High School where he first made his name known in the basketball scene. The 23rd of August would have been […]

The Baltimore Ravens released safety Earl Thomas on Sunday following an altercation with fellow safety Chuck Clark in practice on Friday. Baltimore had initially been thought to be seeking trade partners for Thomas, though it seemed the Ravens were also prepared to release Thomas. Indeed, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter noted the wording of Thomas’ […]

Trade rumors immediately began to swirl shortly after Baltimore Ravens free safety Earl Thomas figured in a heated exchange with strong safety Chuck Clark during the team’s practice. The Dallas Cowboys was also deemed as a strong contender to win the potential Thomas sweepstakes. However, a trade will no longer be imminent as the team […]

The San Francisco 49ers and the Houston Texans are among the teams who could inquire about safety Earl Thomas, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. A few other teams to watch for #Ravens S Earl Thomas upon him being released: The #49ers and #Texans. They should be among those inquiring, along with the #Cowboys. Thomas, […]

Fantasy football is sort of its own world. The biggest stars in the NFL tend to be the biggest fantasy football stars as well. However, things can still be different in the fantasy universe. One thing that remains the same though, are breakout stars. Every year the NFL sees new stars introduced into the league. […]

The Baltimore Ravens are reportedly set to release or trade star safety Earl Thomas on Sunday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Thomas was sent home from practice after a fight with teammate Chuck Clark, leading to speculation that the Ravens could ultimately decide to move on from the star safety. It appears that the team […]

The Chicago Bears had to postpone their regular morning practice to the afternoon as the team initially had nine individuals who tested positive for the coronavirus. However, the said results were confirmed to be false-positive tests only. The team has released a statement regarding the matter via The Athletic’s Adam Jahns on Twitter: Here is […]

After spending several seasons in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the Los Angeles Rams are ready to move into their new home for the upcoming season. The newly-built SoFi Stadium will serve as the home turf for both the Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers starting in 2020. The Rams recently conducted their first practice […]

Joe Judge is entering his first season as the head coach of the New York Giants, an experience that Bill Parcells is all too familiar with. Parcells, a Hall-of-Fame coach, offered some simple advice for Judge ahead of his first year at the helm in New York. With Judge preparing tirelessly for his inaugural season […]

After a three-year run with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets cornerback Quincy Wilson is ready to embrace a change in scenery. The former Florida Gator landed in the Big Apple after he was traded by the Colts in exchange for the 211th pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. “When I got traded, it was […]

Earl Thomas isn’t present at training camp with the Baltimore Ravens due to an altercation with fellow teammate, Chuck Clark. After causing multiple issues in his short time in Baltimore, Thomas’ future with the Ravens is hanging in the balance, per ESPN’s Jamison Hensley. The scuffle between Thomas and Clark took place on Friday when […]

Trent Williams and Nick Bosa have battled each other early in San Francisco 49ers training camp, with the wily veteran getting the best of the young edge rusher in most circumstances. Despite having dominant practices himself, Williams had nothing but praise for the second-year defensive end. “Nick, he’s better than I already thought he was, […]

The San Francisco 49ers are fortunate to have prolific offensive and defensive players which make the team better altogether. 10-year veteran cornerback Richard Sherman showed he’s still got it as he recently intercepted quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo twice in consecutive practices. Head coach Kyle Shanahan shared his sentiments on the competition during the 49ers’ practices: “Both […]