Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson still can’t practice due to a bruised rotator cuff in his throwing shoulder, an injury that has kept him out of two games and potentially more. Watson spoke on Wednesday for the first time since Sept. 27. The three-time Pro Bowler confirmed that he’s dealing with a “tricky” injury to his right shoulder and said …
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Trade deadline buyers and sellers, Kyler Murray returns
Subscribe to Zero Blitz Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to pull back the curtain on the latest news from around the NFL. The trio start things off with the return of Kyler Murray to the Arizona Cardinals, the fallout from Anthony Richardson’s season-ending injury (and Jori’s one-on-one conversation with Indianapolis Colts owner …
Read More »Why Nick Saban praised Jalen Hurts, Tua Tagovailoa’s ‘special bond’ ahead of ‘SNF’ game
Across their three seasons together at Alabama football, Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts forged a friendship amid a competition for the Crimson Tide’s highly coveted starting quarterback position. Years after both players left Tuscaloosa, that bond still stands out to Nick Saban. As Tagovailoa’s Miami Dolphins and Hurts’ Philadelphia Eagles prepare to meet this week on “Sunday Night Football” in …
Read More »Dolphins’ Jalen Ramsey returning to practice, could be activated in next three weeks, per report
Getty Images Star cornerback Jalen Ramsey is back on the field for the Dolphins, according to NFL Media, returning to practice Wednesday less than three months after undergoing surgery for a torn meniscus. Acquired via trade from the Rams this offseason, the six-time Pro Bowler went down early in training camp. Initial reports indicated Ramsey could be sidelined until December, …
Read More »Vikings’ Jordan Hicks earns NFC defensive player of the week after stomping Bears
Vikings’ Jordan Hicks earns NFC defensive player of the week after stomping Bears originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The NFL announced Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks earned the NFC defensive player of the week award from Week 6. That award didn’t come without stomping all over the Bears, which Hicks did successfully. Hicks earned 10 tackles, one interception and one …
Read More »Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New Orleans Saints: Prediction, odds, picks
The Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2) are slight favorites (-1) over the New Orleans Saints (3-3) in this Week 7 AFC South vs. NFC South showdown. The Jaguars have won three games straight, including a 37-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts last weekend. The Saints were defeated 20-13 by the Houston Texans. Here’s everything you need to know about the matchup between …
Read More »FIU at Sam Houston live stream, how to watch online, CBS Sports Network channel finder, odds
The back half of the 2023 college football season is here, and CBS Sports Network is once again home to a great slate of games in Week 8. Coverage started Tuesday for a second straight week with Liberty outpacing Middle Tennessee 42-35. The action picks back up Wednesday night with another Conference USA showdown as Sam Houston seeks its first win as an FBS …
Read More »Tom Brady praises Aaron Rodgers’ determination after Achilles injury: ‘That’s the approach winners take’
Aaron Rodgers is determined to get back on the field for the New York Jets this season, just months after Achilles surgery. That is a lofty goal, but Tom Brady admires Rodgers’ commitment to football and his team. On his “Let’s Go” podcast, Brady talked about Rodgers doing everything he can to speed up his Achilles recovery. Brady noted that, …
Read More »Prisco’s Week 7 picks, plus debating Super Bowl contenders, projecting NFL players for Olympics flag football
Happy Wednesday, folks. The Bengals are on a two-game win streak, which means John Breech is taking the day to toast Joe Burrow’s restored march toward glory. In the meantime, you’ve got me, Cody Benjamin, to deliver all the latest. This is the Pick Six Newsletter. Now let’s get to it. (And please, do yourself a favor and make sure …
Read More »Utah tight end Thomas Yassmin out for the season
The USC Trojans are preparing to face the Utah Utes in a massive showdown this weekend and a Pac-12 title game rematch. However, the status of Cam Rising remains up in the air. The Utah QB hasn’t played all season long. On top of that, Utah also lost tight end Thomas Yassmin for the season due to season-ending surgery, via …
Read More »Are C.J. Stroud’s Texans really contenders to win AFC South, make playoffs?
Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter The Texans competing for a playoff spot this year? To NFL observers, that seemed like a crazy notion entering 2023. Maybe to some folks in the Texans’ building, too. After all, they’ve been in a years-long rebuild. Even with a new coach in DeMeco Ryans and two of the three top picks in this year’s …
Read More »Rams’ Derion Kendrick faces two misdemeanor gun charges
Cornerback Derion Kendrick, shown trying to tackle Seattle’s Kenneth Walker III in the season opener, has started for the Rams all season. (Lindsey Wasson / Associated Press) Rams cornerback Derion Kendrick, arrested Monday on suspicion of illegal gun possession, has been charged with two misdemeanors, the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office said Wednesday. Kendrick, 23, was charged with carrying a …
Read More »Florida State WR Keon Coleman bullish on national championship hype: ‘I pretty much think we’re unstoppable’
In the first quarter of Florida State’s 41-3 win over Syracuse on Saturday, receiver Keon Coleman issued a loud reminder of why he was considered one of the most impactful transfers of the 2023 offseason. In single coverage over the middle, Coleman elevated above Syracuse safety Jason Simmons Jr. and snared a one-handed catch while taking a hit for a …
Read More »Giants’ Justin Pugh credits Jerry Seinfeld for return to team: ‘The most quintessential New York moment’
USATSI Jerry Seinfeld’s presence is still felt in the city of New York. Just ask Justin Pugh. 25 years after Seinfeld ended its historic run, the famous comedian’s voice is why Pugh is back with the New York Giants after being out of the league. Pugh, who signed a one-year deal with the Giants on Wednesday, credited Seinfeld for why …
Read More »2023 NFL trade deadline tracker: Chiefs deal for Mecole Hardman; 49ers add talented Randy Gregory
The 2023 NFL trade deadline is on Oct. 31, and it is the final opportunity for NFL teams to add talent for a Super Bowl run, or sell assets for draft capital. You can expect to see both of these things occur as the month goes on. We have actually seen a few trades take place in the first five …
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