The NFL’s 32 owners approved one of the most dramatic rule changes in league history this week when they voted through the new kickoff rule.  Although the proposal ended up getting approved, it wasn’t done unanimously. The final voting tally for the rule was 29-3.  So who were the three teams that voted against it? Glad you asked. Let’s take …

It’s not often that an NFL team owner would lash out at a league-owned property, but that’s what New York Jets owner Woody Johnson did on Thursday. The Johnson family scion issued a fiery response over a report in an NFL Network podcast that claimed he got into a heated argument in public with head coach Robert Saleh at the …

Linebacker David Gbenda has seen it all in his five previous seasons on the Texas football team. Two head coaches. Multiple defensive schemes. Countless teammates. Lots of wins. Too many losses. And one particular setback in the College Football Playoff — a 37-31 loss to Washington on Jan. 1 in New Orleans — that still stings after three months. “We …

The Philadelphia Eagles made one of the biggest signings of free agency this year when they added Saquon Barkley, but it’s a signing that might not have happened if the running back had ended up landing with the one team he was eyeing just before free agency started.  During an interview with Travis and Jason Kelce on the latest episode …

Armstead felt ‘extremely disrespected’ by 49ers’ final contract offer originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Although defensive tackle Arik Armstead said he feels no animosity toward the 49ers organization, he made it clear that the team’s final contract offer to him was an insult. “I did feel extremely disrespected,” Armstead said on a clip from his podcast, “Third and …

USATSI The New York Jets avoided potential off-field drama this week when star quarterback Aaron Rodgers wasn’t selected as a 2024 U.S. vice presidential candidate, despite drawing one politician’s interest. Now, they’re trying to squash another off-field storyline, with team owner Woody Johnson on Thursday slamming a report from NFL Media over an alleged “heated argument” he had with Jets …

While Mike Hart was a fan favorite, favored son, and incredible developer of talent, his recruiting prowess wasn’t exactly renowned during his time in Ann Arbor. Hart did reel in Jordan Marshall, an Ohio native who spurned the hometown Buckeyes in favor of Michigan football, but when it comes to top prospects outside of Marshall, Hart wasn’t really getting much in …

During the pre-draft process, scouts evaluate hundreds of prospects, but a handful become their favorites. The “pet cats” might not rank as blue-chip prospects, but something about their respective games will enable them to flourish at the next level regardless of their draft status. After closely examining the 2024 NFL Draft class, I have collected a few “pet cats” along …

It was Drake Maye’s turn to put the cherry on top of his pre-draft process, as he threw to a litany of former Tar Heels receivers at the North Carolina pro day on Thursday in front of a drove of NFL evaluators and media members.  The big-bodied passer threw 70 passes during his throwing session, and while he started with …

Wisconsin’s Dean Hamiti went 81-14 for Wisconsin in three seasons. MADISON –  Dean Hamiti, a Big Ten wrestling champion for Wisconsin in 2023, announced his transfer to Oklahoma State. The 165-pound competitor was a three-year starter for the Badgers. He was a conference champion as a sophomore and the runner-up this season as a junior. He reached all-American status in …

How many quarterbacks will be selected in the top five? Could three wide receivers be taken in the top 10? Where does Georgia tight end Brock Bowers fit best? These are among a host of questions being asked ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Here’s one more: Who are the under-the-radar prospects poised to be draft steals? On the latest …

Receiver Olamide Zaccheaus is headed to a different team in the NFC East. Per Tom Pelissero of NFL Media, Zaccheaus has agreed to terms with the Commanders. Zaccheaus spent last season with the Eagles. He appeared in all 17 games with one start, playing 41 percent of the team’s offensive snaps and 25 percent of special teams snaps. He finished …

Position battles in the Texas wide receiver room are far from settled. The competitive position group is versatile and set to produce three quality starters. For head coach Steve Sarkisian, the team may have to strike the right balance between playing transfer portal players and playing the players that committed to Sarkisian and established the current culture in Austin. At …

USATSI Jayden Daniels met with the New England Patriots after LSU’s Pro Day, reinforcing the possibility of a draft-day team-up between the two sides. And the soon-to-be-rookie quarterback has no fear of following in the footsteps of future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady, telling reporters this week he’s “ready for anything,” even a potential high-pressure role in New England. …

Getty Images The reigning Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are adding an intriguing new weapon, as they have agreed to terms with former European rugby standout Louis Rees-Zammit, per ESPN. In January, Rees-Zammit announced he was leaving rugby to pursue an NFL career. Now, he lands with the best head coach and best quarterback in the game. Rees-Zammit, who …