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Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab discuss Jacksonville’s offense and whether quarterback Trevor Lawrence can break through and meet lofty expectations. Listen and subscribe to the “Zero Blitz” podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript There’s only one talking point with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Now, we’ve both been pretty hard on Trevor Lawrence. …

Cam Newton ran for more touchdowns than any other quarterback in NFL history, but he does not consider himself the greatest dual threat ever to play the game. Asked on the 4th and 1 Show whether he’s the greatest dual threat ever, Newton answered, “No. Lamar Jackson.” Newton says that what really separates Jackson is his speed, which allows him …

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was spotted in a walking boot after recently suffering a minor right foot sprain, according to ESPN. A photo of Prescott in a walking boot while on vacation in Mexico made its rounds online Thursday, although it remains unclear when exactly the picture was taken and if he’s still wearing the boot, according to the …

Fifteen years ago today, former NFL quarterback Steve McNair was killed. He was only 36 years old. The official explanation was that McNair had been murdered by his 20-year-old girlfriend, Jenny Kazemi, and that she then committed suicide. The story always seemed incomplete. Suspicions lingered that it was a double murder made to look like a murder-suicide. Six years ago, …

This past February, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs proved that NFL dynasties are still possible. The 49ers went the distance, but in the end, not even San Francisco and its talented roster was able to stop the Chiefs from their date with destiny.  The Chiefs’ latest Super Bowl win cemented their legacy as a dynasty, joining the likes …

When the Minnesota Vikings allowed Kirk Cousins to leave in free agency for a deal with the Atlanta Falcons, they needed to pivot to finding their next starting quarterback. Their first move was to sign Sam Darnold, who can be the type of stopgap option that serves as a bridge from Cousins to whomever would come next. Their subsequent move …

Cam Newton is on the short list of the greatest dual-threats in NFL history. Newton, though, doesn’t feel that he is the best dual threat in league annals.  Instead of giving it to himself, the longtime Carolina Panthers quarterback and former league MVP gave that honor to the NFL’s reigning league MVP.  “Lamar Jackson,” Newton said on his podcast.  Newton …

Last week’s verdict in the Sunday Ticket case will have plenty of potential ramifications for the NFL. In addition to the potential loss of more than $14 billion and possible changes to the TV revenue streams if/when the Sunday Ticket provider is free to charge whatever price it chooses, the NFL could see a negative impact to its credit rating. …

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott’s lack of a contract extension has been a talking point throughout the offseason, but it won’t be the only thing people are monitoring as the Cowboys head into training camp later this month. A photo showing Prescott walking with a boot on his right foot while in Cabo San Lucas was posted to social media on …

Year in and year out, the NFC South appears to be more up for grabs than any other division even though the Tampa Bay Buccaneers took home the division crown in each of the last three years.  The 2022 Tampa Bay squad, while gasping for air by the time Week 18 came around, took home the title with an 8-9 …

Getty Images The Los Angeles Rams are celebrating the Fourth of July by bringing back a familiar face. On Thursday, the team announced it has reached an agreement with veteran safety John Johnson III. The specific terms of Johnson’s new deal with L.A. were not immediately disclosed. Johnson began his NFL career with the Rams after the club drafted him …

Getty Images Tom Brady may be retired, but the seven-time Super Bowl champion will apparently never turn down a chance to play football. Brady recently took part in a beach football game that also included Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons, Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, Dolphins wideout Odell Beckham Jr. and Bills cornerback Damar Hamlin.  How did Brady do? It wasn’t a …

Safety John Johnson is staying with the Rams. Johnson, who had been a free agent since March, has signed a new contract to return to the Rams, the team announced today. The 28-year-old Johnson was a third-round pick of the Rams in 2017. He spent four years with the team during his first stint, and then moved to Cleveland and …

Trevor Lawrence could end up being a fantasy football value with how late he’s going in drafts this season. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) Special to Yahoo Sports Fantasy football managers can have very short memories, especially when it comes to players who underperform compared to their draft expectations. Taking advantage of values that present themselves due to negative public …