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 …

Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan is looking forward to moving newly signed wideout Calvin Ridley around the offense in order to take fully advantage of his talents, and veteran receiver DeAndre Hopkins is on board with that plan. Hopkins, who also shares Ridley’s ability to play multiple spots, believes the two of them paired together will elevate Tennessee’s offense …

The LSU Tigers and coach Brian Kelly are off to a red-hot start on the recruiting trail in the 2025 cycle, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. Now, they’re also looking to add some elite defensive talent. The Tigers made the top 12 for four-star Wayne County (Jesup, Ga.) linebacker Tavion Wallace, which was first reported on Thursday …

Bryce Young’s 2023 rookie campaign left much to be desired for the Carolina Panthers, but the quarterback’s top wide receiver, Adam Thielen, still saw promise in the young signal-caller.  “I think everything was stacked against him last year, unfortunately,” Thielen said about Young on Wednesday’s edition of “Good Morning Football.” “And I’m not gonna get into detail as to why …

Patriots core special teams player Cody Davis is calling it a career after 11 NFL seasons. Davis, 34, announced his retirement on social media. “I am officially retiring from the NFL,” Davis wrote. “I am eternally thankful for this football journey and what it has meant to me and my family.” He spent the past four seasons with the Patriots, …

In today’s rapidly changing college football recruiting landscape, a prospect could be committed to a program for less than two months before changing his mind. Honestly, this is just the reality of recruiting in 2024 and beyond. Concerning Texas A&M, head coach Mike Elko is hard at work as spring practices are underway, while he and his staff are set …