Getty Images Already facing the challenge of playing a game in a different country, the Green Bay Packers have another hurdle ahead of Friday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Brazil.  The Eagles, being the home team in this game, have a hotel that’s in close proximity to Corinthians Arena in São Paulo. Conversely, the “visiting” Packers will have …

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Season 12 of my NFL picks. Since this is the first week of the 2024 season, we’re going to do my favorite Week 1 exercise, which is me telling you how my offseason went. If you’re new here, this is generally the part of my picks that everyone skips over due to the fact that …

Sep 16, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; GameDay analyst Kirk Herbstreit on the set of ESPN College GameDay prior to the game between the Colorado Buffaloes and the Colorado State Rams at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports ESPN “College GameDay” analyst and college football expert Kirk Herbstreit considers the Georgia Bulldogs to be one of his seven top …

Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs will make their debuts with their new teams and both have successfully been bell-cow running backs throughout their careers. The Philadelphia Eagles (Barkley) and Green Bay Packers (Jacobs) invested significant money in adding a veteran running back, so should you expect both teams to utilize their new pieces in a standalone affair with the Eagles …

KD makes confident, bold 49ers Super Bowl LIX prediction originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Kevin Durant knows a thing or two about titles. The superstar won two NBA championships with the Warriors during the 2016-17 and 2017-18 seasons. But what about football and Super Bowls? Well, in appearing on the “Up and Adams Show” with Kay Adams on …

USATSI North Carolina quarterback Max Johnson plans to return to UNC in 2025 after suffering a broken femur in the Tar Heels’ Week 1 win at Minnesota, he told ESPN. Johnson was hospitalized in Minnesota following the injury and eventually underwent surgery there. “These last eight days have been a serious grind and it has taken a lot to get …

The San Francisco 49ers are trying to do the near-impossible: go from Super Bowl runners-up to Super Bowl champions. Though the 1970 Dallas Cowboys, 1971 Miami Dolphins, and 2017 New England Patriots accomplished the feat, the 49ers must overcome the Super Bowl hangover that is sure to permeate the squad following their 25-22 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in …

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is returning on Sunday after missing the final six games of the 2023 season, but he may be without his top two weapons. Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase could be on the sidelines for their Week 1 matchup against the New England Patriots as they deal with an injury and contract negotiations, respectively.  Higgins is listed …

Two of the top teams in the NFC will meet on Friday in the first ever NFL in Brazil Game. The Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers square off in an NFL tilt that will take place in South America for the first time. Quarterback Jordan Love received a four-year, $220 million extension this summer that makes him the highest-paid …

. Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2027 cornerback prospect Rilee Drew. “Late night blessing, thankful to receive an offer from University of Tennessee,” Drew said. The 5-foot-11, 150-pound cornerback prospect is from Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia. Drew is recruited by Tennessee defensive backs coach Willie Martinez. There are not recruiting rankings currently for Drew from Rivals, 247Sports, On3 …

Welcome to the Friday edition of the Pick Six newsletter!  Football truly is a game of inches, and the Ravens found out the hard way during their loss to the Chiefs on Thursday night. On the final play of the game, Isaiah Likely appeared to catch a game-tying touchdown pass, but his toes were out of bounds. If his shoe …

Why Bosa is confident 49ers’ run defense will be better this season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — In 2023, the 49ers’ run defense was not as stingy as it has been in the past. Nick Bosa did not make any excuses for the group’s past performances, but he believes this year’s defensive line is set …

No. 21 Iowa vs. Iowa State is a beautiful rivalry. Fans have already started chirping at each other on social media and likely have been since the 2023 season ended. The Cy-Hawk Trophy, which the two teams play for, is sponsored by Iowa Corn. It’s perfect. It’s reliable in a time where few things college football related are. Nothing needs …

USATSI An eternal optimist, it should be no surprise that Russell Wilson exuded positivity when he discussed his possible status for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ regular-season opener against the Atlanta Falcons.  Wilson, who was limited during Thursday’s practice after experiencing tightness in his calf, said that he will play on Sunday if he is able to. He added that he received …

Getty Images Ja’Marr Chase spoke to the media following the Bengals’ Friday’s practice for the first time since last season. Cincinnati’s three-time Pro Bowl wideout said that a possible agreement regarding his contract is “in reach” and said that his status for Sunday’s game against the Patriots will be a game-time decision. Chase said that he will “probably be limited” …