How Wirfs’ Bucs contract could impact Williams-49ers discussions originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Perhaps another barrier was added Thursday that stands between Trent Williams and the 49ers reaching a contract agreement. When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs to a reported five-year, $140.63 million contract extension, it pushed Williams down one spot further on the list …

Gaffney junior quarterback Jayvon Gilmore committed Thursday to Arkansas. Gilmore is considered the state’s best high school football quarterback and No. 4 overall player in the junior class, according to 247Sports. He is a three-star prospect ranked by that recruiting site as the No. 18 quarterback in the country for the 2026. He is a transfer from Ben Lippen, where …

Patriots sign veteran defensive tackle in wake of Barmore news originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots appear to be making contingency plans at defensive tackle. Free agent Mike Purcell has signed a contract with the Patriots, his agency, Equity Sports, announced Thursday on social media. Details of the deal were not reported. Purcell has played in …

Aug. 1—In Oklahoma, football and pigging out on barbecue go hand-in-hand — especially in Claremore. As the anticipation for the high school football season builds, the annual Zebra Quarterback Club Pigskin Pig-Out & Silent Auction is just over a week away. Set for Saturday, Aug. 10, from 5-7 p.m. at the Claremore High School cafeteria, this beloved event brings the …

Greg Auman NFC South Reporter On a day when the Bucs celebrated extending one of their best players, they also were reminded how frightening it can be to lose one as well. Thursday morning started with huge news that left tackle Tristan Wirfs had agreed to a five-year, $140.63 million extension. The deal makes him not only the highest-paid offensive …

Frank Gore will soon be a 49ers Hall of Famer. The 49ers announced today that Gore will be the newest member of the 49ers Hall of Fame. He will be inducted during a ceremony at the team’s Week One home game against the Jets on Monday Night Football. Gore was a 2005 third-round pick of the 49ers who played 10 …

Among Southern Miss football’s offensive struggles last season, tight end was one area of concern. It started minutes before the season began when starter Cole Cavallo partially tore his calf in warmups. That cost him the first four games of the season and he finished with just nine catches for 96 yards in eight games. Southern Miss’ two other tight …

Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Bailey’s season officially ended on Thursday. The team announced that Bailey has been placed on injured reserve. Bailey was driven away from the field in an ambulance at Wednesday’s practice after he fractured his ankle during the session. Players placed on injured reserve before the cut to 53 players are not eligible to be activated during …

Jul 17, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer speaking at Omni Dallas Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Brett Patzke-USA TODAY Sports While it is common for a program to hold multiple commitments from the next cycle during the current one (EX. Having 2026 commitments in 2025 cycle), it is not everyday that you seen multiple commits from two cycles …

Sure, you might think the majority of folks would just want the No. 1 pick in their fantasy football drafts, but it’s all contextual — some might even prefer the 12th pick, depending on the season. Fantasy analysts Scott Pianowski and Matt Harmon debate what’s the best way to start a draft in 2024, with one side taking the top-four …

Alabama football defensive coordinator Kane Womack made headlines during the first week of Crimson Tide practice for wearing a sweat suit during the practices. On Thursday, Womack – again in a hoodie – talked to the media and gave the background on his interesting fashion choice in the 90℉ or hotter temperatures. One factor is the weight loss, Womack says …

The NFL has drastically changed its kickoff rules for this season. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) Even in its 105th season, the NFL is still tinkering with the rule book. There are a few new rules that will be introduced this season, which isn’t unusual. But it will take some time for fans to get used to the new kickoff …

Jul 15, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; LSU head coach Brian Kelly speaking at Omni Dallas Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Brett Patzke-USA TODAY Sports It’s been a successful two seasons for coach [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] in Baton Rouge, by all metrics. He’s 20-7 overall and has an SEC West title under his belt while also producing a Heisman Trophy winner in [autotag]Jayden Daniels[/autotag]. …

The NFL’s new kickoff rule will make its debut when the preseason opens Thursday night with the Chicago Bears facing the Houston Texans. While both teams are expected to sit starters, all eyes will be on the overhauled kickoffs during the annual Hall of Fame game at Tom Benson Stadium. NFL owners approved a radical change to kickoffs in order …

There are more fantasy football resources in 2024 than ever before, with advanced analytics and data becoming commonplace. However, sometimes the simplest of resources can be the most helpful. Here’s a look at every single NFL team’s fantasy football depth chart — every player you’ll need to know heading into your drafts this season. *Asterisks dictate an injured player (or …