The Week 1 NFL schedule does not disappoint in 2024. The headliner features Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets traveling to face Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football. There are plenty of other NFL matchups to look forward to, including Steelers vs. Falcons, Cowboys vs. Browns and Rams vs. Lions. The latest Week 1 …
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Christian McCaffrey injury update: 49ers star RB practices for first time since straining calf/Achilles
Getty Images The San Francisco 49ers are entering Week 1 on more than one positive note. After reports surfaced that the franchise is finalizing a new deal to end left tackle Trent Williams’ holdout, even more good news came down the wire from the Bay Area. This time, it’s a health-related update surrounding Christian McCaffrey. The Pro Bowl running back …
Read More »Steelers QB Russell Wilson dealing with calf tightness ahead of Week 1
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is dealing with calf tightness again, putting his status for Sunday’s opener at Atlanta in question. Coach Mike Tomlin said Wilson was limited in practice on Thursday. The 35-year-old spent a significant portion of training camp dealing with a calf injury. Tomlin said the tweak Wilson felt Thursday was in the same calf. The Steelers …
Read More »TE Noah Gray, Kansas City Chiefs reportedly agree to 3-year extension
Tight end Noah Gray and the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to a three-year, $18 million extension that includes $10.1 million guaranteed, ESPN reported on Thursday. Gray previously had one season remaining on his rookie deal. After reeling in just seven receptions in his rookie season (2021), Gray averaged 28 receptions for 302 yards and 1.5 touchdowns per season over …
Read More »How much does it cost to be a Chicago Bears fan in 2024? Here’s how to watch every game this season
Caleb Williams #18 and the Chicago Bears play the Tennessee Titans this Sunday. (Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) Bears fans, it’s probably not news to you that the Chicago Bears play their season opener against the Titans this Sunday. But the higher streaming costs to catch your favorite team this season? That might be news to you, and if that’s the case, …
Read More »Eagles starting CB Isaiah Rodgers ruled out for Week 1; what it means for defense in Brazil game vs. Packers
Getty Images The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out cornerback Isaiah Rodgers ahead of their season-opening showdown against the Green Bay Packers in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Rodgers did travel with the team to Brazil, but was ruled out with a hand injury. Rodgers was limited in practice throughout the week, yet looked forward to starting Friday. This would have been Rodgers’ …
Read More »2024 NFL awards predictions: MVP, Super Bowl matchup, Coach of the Year and more from NFL on CBS
There’s no more waiting. The 2024 NFL season is officially upon us. And what better way to ring in the new year than with the reigning Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs, who will play host to the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night? Football fans are in for a treat as the race for the next Lombardi gets underway. Speaking …
Read More »2024 NFL odds: Back Chiefs to cover against Ravens in Week 1
Geoff Schwartz FOX Sports Betting Analyst We did it, folks: We made it through seven long months without any NFL. But now it’s our time to shine — because tonight, we’re back. And there’s no better way to kick off the season than with a game featuring Kansas City and Baltimore — two of the league’s most elite squads. Will …
Read More »Gronkowski thinks Patriots are ‘on the right path’ with Maye
Gronkowski thinks Patriots are ‘on the right path’ with Maye originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots’ decision to name veteran Jacoby Brissett the Week 1 starting quarterback over rookie Drake Maye was not a huge surprise. Sure, Maye did play very well in the final two preseason games, but throwing a young player into the fire …
Read More »Cowboys’ depth additions of veteran DTs Linval Joseph, Jordan Phillips help Dallas mitigate Achilles’ heel
FRISCO, Texas — Dan Quinn’s Dallas Cowboys defenses were dominant when rushing the passer and taking the ball away in his three seasons as the team’s defensive coordinator from 2021-2023 before being hired away to be the Washington Commanders. However, Quinn’s units had a specific Achilles heel. A fatal flaw if you will. That weakness was stopping the run. In …
Read More »Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys reportedly making ‘progress’ on extension
Will Dak Prescott be under center for the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday with a new contract extension? Despite skepticism all offseason that the two sides would reach a deal, Prescott and the Cowboys have made “progress” on an extension and are closer to an agreement than they’ve ever been, DLLS Sports reported on Thursday. The report also said that Prescott …
Read More »Giants veteran sets extremely lofty expectations for Malik Nabers’ rookie season
Getty Images New York Giants first-round pick Malik Nabers is seen as someone who can revolutionize the offense, and get Daniel Jones back on track. The LSU product is shifty, can stretch the field and has reliable hands. But what are the expectations for Nabers in Year 1? Nabers was asked by SNYtv this week what a successful first season in …
Read More »Chiefs vs. Ravens player props, AI prediction, odds, NFL Kickoff Game picks: Patrick Mahomes over 264.5 yards
Familiar faces like Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and Travis Kelce who were present in last season’s AFC Championship Game will also be around for the 2024 NFL Kickoff Game between the Chiefs and Ravens on Thursday at 8:20 p.m. ET. However, Ravens vs. Chiefs props have a new name that wasn’t around last January, Derrick Henry. The two-time rushing champion …
Read More »Steelers QB Russell Wilson limited with calf tightness at practice 3 days before season opener vs. Falcons
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 4: Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the Pittsburgh Steelers OTA offseason workout at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 4, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson was limited at Thursday’s practice due to calf tightness, three days before Pittsburgh’s Sept. 8 season opener against …
Read More »Troy Aikman says today’s QBs take easier hits, thinks playing past 40 will be new norm for position
Heading into the 2024 NFL regular season, New York Jets’ Aaron Rodgers is the oldest starting quarterback in the league at 40. He is the only starter 40 or older, but older quarterbacks may become more of the norm, at least if you ask one former player. Former NFL Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman believes that with the rule changes …
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