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Young Eli Apple isn’t thinking any more negative thoughts. Oh, no, the kid is now focused on “being more positive” as he moves forward with his NFL career. The third-year New York Giants cover man admitted his positive thoughts on Monday via Dan Salomone of the team’s official website. “I’m definitely excited,” Apple said, via the […]

Since being released by the Tennessee Titans earlier this offseason, former Pro Bowl running back DeMarco Murray has yet to ink a deal with another team ahead of the 2018 campaign. Despite that being the case, there still remains are a market for Murray’s services in the weeks leading up to the start of training […]

The top five has been announced and there’s an enormous gap between the two elites and the rest. New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers have been graced with the prestigious 99 rating for “Madden NFL 19.” Coming in at No. 3 is Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson with […]

The New York Giants made the commitment this NFL offseason to keep veteran quarterback Eli Manning under center as the centerpiece of the offense for at least through the 2018 campaign. There is a tremendous level of support and believe within the organization that he can take a huge step forward after a disappointing season. This […]

There has been a significant amount of buzz and excitement surrounding the Los Angeles Rams in what has been highly active that saw them bring aboard many high-impact players to the mix. This has significantly raised the level of expectations for the franchise for the 2018 season where many have envisioned them being a serious […]

Word has it that the New England Patriots have shopped star tight end Rob Gronkowski this offseason. They apparently did so as recently as three days before the NFL Draft in April and that they shopped him to at least four teams－the Lions, Titans, Texans, and 49ers. The Patriots were likely entertaining the idea of […]

The Chicago Bears have spent much of the NFL offseason shifting their roster around by adding several more pieces to the puzzle while bringing in a new coaching staff ahead of the 2018 campaign. A part of that change has been a larger veteran presence that saw them sign players in free agency like tight […]

The NFL has continued to take a stern approach when it comes to its policy concerning performance-enhancing drugs over the last several years that has seen many players be suspended for violations. It has now taken another turn with the league now offering the potential for players to snitch on their teammates who are using […]

In his first year in the NFL, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster quickly proved to be a promising talent with star potential. It has put him in the fold a primary piece to the puzzle that the team is looking to depend on in their passing game for years to come. Smith-Schuster could be headed […]

Veteran running back DeMarco Murray is still in the free-agent market and in search for a new team. He had the chance to work out with the New Orleans Saints last month, but he decided to pass it up. However, he is apparently not short of options and is looking to sort out his future […]

The Buffalo Bills believe they have their quarterback of the future in rookie Josh Allen. Buffalo traded up in the 2018 NFL Draft to get a potential franchise player at the position and may have gotten one in Allen who is already making an impression with his new team. Although it is uncertain whether Allen […]

Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan has taken up an interesting activity as of late with an interesting training partner. The New Jersey product has been boxing this offseason with Titans great Eddie George, via Jim Wyatt of the Titans official website. “[Boxing] translates to you being on the football field, especially for a guy like Logan,” […]

With training camp just a couple weeks away, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is hitting two birds with one stone by getting back to doing some football-related drills while spending time with his family. He was previously seen working on his throwing accuracy at the expense of his own mother in a highly competitive game […]

Oakland Raiders pass rusher Bruce Irvin is a strong personality who’s not afraid to speak his mind. So is Raiders head coach Jon Gruden. Having two people with that type of temperament in the same locker room can sometimes result in some explosive confrontations. However, Irvin reveals that their similarities have actually seen them hit […]

The Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota Vikings—though several examples rank ahead of the hated NFC Norris rivals, it’s a bitter back-and-forth that showcases deep-seeded roots throughout NFL history. A perfect case and point comes when Brett Favre literally jumped to the New York Jets for a season prior to ending up with the team […]

Oakland Raiders edge rusher Bruce Irvin has been a consistent sack producer in his first two seasons with the team. He’s recorded 15 over his first 32 games and matched his career-high with eight last season. Irvin did that type of damage despite going out into coverage at times at outside linebacker for former head […]

Miami Dolphins running back Frank Gore said recently that he always knew he’d end up playing for his hometown team at some point during his career. He found his way back to South Beach this offseason, but at age 35, it remains to be seen how much the five-time Pro Bowler has left in the […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck revealed a couple weeks ago that he plans to get together with his wide receivers and work out ahead of training camp. Although, he did not specify exactly when that’ll be. But based on a recent tweet by Colts receiver Chester Rogers, it seems as if that pre-camp workout is […]

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette bulked up a good amount in preparation for his rookie campaign in the NFL last year. He ended up having a strong season as he rushed for 1,040 yards with nine touchdowns as the focal point of the Jags’ run-heavy attack. However, his 3.9 yards per carry wasn’t too […]

Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson has yet to live up to his status as a former first-round pick. After an injury plagued-rookie year, he put up underwhelming stats of 35 catches for 502 yards in 16 games last year. But as Doctson told Drew Davison of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, he has his sights […]

Former NFL cornerback Brandon Browner was arrested Sunday on charges of kidnapping, burglary, false imprisonment and violation of a restraining order, Joe Studly and Shahan Ahmed of NBC Los Angeles report. Per the report, police responded to a call that alleged Browner had broken into the home of the woman he had been in a […]

The New York Jets headed into the 2018 NFL Draft with the goal of selecting what could be their next franchise quarterback. New York had no shortage of viable options with the position being a deep as it has been in recent memory. The team ended up drafting USC standout Sam Darnold with the third […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still trying to work things out with star running back Le’Veon Bell in terms of his long-term future with the team. Bell was franchise tagged for the second straight year and now it appears he may be going through the same situation with Pittsburgh not wanting to meet his number and […]

The Indianapolis Colts did not do much winning last season. With quarterback Andrew Luck missing the entire season due to shoulder surgery, the Colts slumped to a disappointing 4-12 record. Owner Jim Irsay and general manager Chris Ballard have both come out this offseason to say that the team is in the middle of a […]

New York Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley is a fit dude. Just take one look at his spread on ESPN’s The Body Issue and you’ll know he takes immaculate care of his body. And from anyone who’s watched him play football, his body is also immensely powerful, which is no accident. Barkley puts in […]

The Dallas Cowboys lost much more than just one of the greatest ever tight ends when Jason Witten decided to retire this offseason. They also lost their veteran leader, the one who set a great example for others and brought together both sides of the ball. With Witten’s departure, linebacker Sean Lee acknowledges that it’ll […]

The New York Giants are switching up their defense to new defensive coordinator James Bettcher‘s 3-4 scheme this season. Olivier Vernon, who will be going from a 4-3 defensive end to a 3-4 outside linebacker, figures to be an important part of that defense, according to Bettcher. Bettcher also says Vernon is doing a great […]

Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Carl Lawson had himself a promising rookie season in 2017. Despite playing just over 41 percent of the team’s snaps, he still finished with an impressive 8.5 sacks. That was good for second on the team behind Pro Bowler Geno Atkins and one ahead of Carlos Dunlap, who’s closing in on […]

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi crossed off an important career accomplishment when he helped the team win the Super Bowl last season. But this year, Ajayi will have another goal he’d like to cross out from his list: winning in his hometown of London. As Ajayi tells James Simpson of Sky Sports, he feels […]

Arizona Cardinals general manager Steve Keim had a Fourth of July to forget after he got arrested for driving under the influence. And just like one of his players, he is likely to face the consequences of his actions. According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Keim is facing a potential fine and suspension […]

The arrival of All-Star forward LeBron James to the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year, $154 million deal that has placed a huge level of excitement around the city. This has apparently rubbed off on Los Angeles Rams All-Pro running back Todd Gurley as stated during a recent interview with Mike Florio on Pro Football […]

Defense wins championships. Offense puts fannies in the seats. This is the classic “go-to” when front office personnel attempt to differentiate between offensive and defensive football in the NFL. But has the narrative changed? Has this high-flying pursuit of aerial dominance in the league where they play for pay led to a massive importance on […]

Players aren’t the only employes of the 32 organizations that make up what’s known as the most powerful sports entity in the country. Individuals within the front office and even owners, too, find themselves in hot water at times. Queue Steve Keim. The Arizona Cardinals general manager has been cited for D.U.I. (driving under the […]

It’s been a rough beginning for Jason Verrett. Drafted 25th overall in 2014, the Los Angeles Chargers cornerback has experienced the shelf far more than the playing field. Playing in just 25 games of a possible 64, frustration has built up in not only the franchise and its fans, but Verrett himself. But he’s ready to […]

The duo of LeSean McCoy and Frank Gore is one powerhouse backfield—that is of pre-1980s when both backs routinely carried the ball. Nowadays, each has represented the workhorse back of their respective squads. Not only do they each share respect, they’re working out together this summer, via McCoy’s official Instagram account. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk5KWq7BJJr/?taken-by=shadymccoy “When you talk about […]

Through his first six seasons in the league, Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins has developed into one of the better players at his position. He began his career by spending each of those campaigns with the Washington Redskins, where he was selected with the 102nd overall pick in the fourth round in the 2012 NFL […]

The Dallas Cowboys took a notable step back this past season, falling just short of reaching the playoffs for a second straight year. Despite the team adding some more pieces to the puzzle this offseason, Las Vegas betting odds have them with the ninth highest odds in the NFC to make the playoffs, putting them […]

Following a disappointing 2017 season, wide receiver Terrelle Pryor has his eyes set on bouncing back in a major way in his first campaign with the New York Jets after inking a one-year deal earlier this offseason. However, there has been much uncertainty surrounding what he will be able to bring to the field after […]

One of the biggest stories of the 2017 NFL season was the emergence of the Los Angeles Rams’ offense. A year after finishing last in the league in scoring, they finished first behind new head coach Sean McVay, a revamped offensive line, and an influx of receiving talent in Robert Woods, Sammy Watkins, and Cooper […]