NFL training camp notepads: Here’s what we’re learning at each stop, from Cowboys to Patriots and so many others

This summer, Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein are touring training camps across the country. At each stop, they’ll jot down notes about the quarterback; a rookie to watch; what they’re keeping their eye on; a fantasy thought; what they saw that was interesting; and a wild card for good measure.

Here are their observations in order of attendance, which will be updated as the weeks roll on. Click on the team name for the full notepad.

Buy the C.J. Stroud MVP heat. There’s a wealth of riches on offense, and the Stefon Diggs honeymoon is in full bloom. There’s also reason to believe the defense has improved, especially with a second-round addition who’s already impressing. — Charles Robinson

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What to expect now that Jordan Love is signed: more aggressive play-calling from Matt LaFleur, who admitted to me that he was too conservative entering last year. The deep wide receiver room, and a legit 1-2 punch in the backfield with Josh Jacobs and AJ Dillon, should help. — Jori Epstein

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With a greatly improved offensive line (if healthy) and depth in the backfield, Matthew Stafford could have the best running game of his Rams tenure at his disposal. That should make the offense more balanced and difficult to defend. While that might not equate to Stafford putting up a career year in numbers, it may very well be the change that keeps him in the NFL for a few more seasons. — Charles Robinson

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I raised an eyebrow when Dak Prescott took a long pause, then said: “I’m gonna say it. I want to be here, but when you look [it] up, all the other quarterbacks that I watched played for…


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Publish date : 2024-08-16 20:26:27

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