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Cameron Heyward: The goal is to retire a Steeler

This will be Cameron Heyward’s 14th NFL season. He has played all 14 seasons in Pittsburgh. The Steelers defensive lineman, though, also wants an extension on a contract that pays $16 million this year. He wants to play another three years. So, there is a possibility Heyward could finish his career elsewhere, something he recently conceded. But last week, Steelers …

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CMC landing ‘Madden’ cover is full-circle moment for 49ers star

CMC landing ‘Madden’ cover is full-circle moment for 49ers star originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Christian McCaffrey and “Madden” have gone hand in hand long before the 49ers star running back graced the cover of this year’s version of the game. McCaffrey officially was revealed as the cover athlete for “Madden NFL 25” last week, a video game …

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Jets’ Hall recalls ‘overly competitive’ college friendship with Purdy

Jets’ Hall recalls ‘overly competitive’ college friendship with Purdy originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Former Iowa State roommates Brock Purdy and Breece Hall are set to face each other for the first time in the NFL this coming season, when the 49ers welcome the New York Jets to Levi’s Stadium in Week 1. The Jets running back was …

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Stephon Gilmore landing spots: Best fits as Pro Bowl CB ‘being patient and waiting for the right opportunity’

The NFL is now on summer break with organized team activities and minicamps now wrapped up.  However, four players from senior NFL columnist Pete Prisco’s top 100 free agent rankings remain on the open market, with the best player available ranking 31st on his list: cornerback Stephon Gilmore.  Gilmore, the last defensive back to win the NFL’s Defensive Player of …

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Rams tried to trade up for Brock Bowers, then Byron Murphy

Most teams keep close to the vest the various different scenarios that might have played out in round one. The reason is simple. Teams don’t want to undermine the guy they ultimately got. The Rams have leaned all the way into the potential alternative scenarios, via their cooperation with The Pick is In, a 90-minute documentary regarding the 2024 draft. …

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In Roob’s Eagles Observations: Can Avonte Maddox really play safety?

In Roob’s Eagles Observations: Can Avonte Maddox really play safety? originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Why I have concerns about Avonte Maddox playing safety, an unprecedented achievement for DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown to go after in 2024, and the only player to score a touchdown in his only game as an Eagle. We may be entering the only …

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Steelers WR coach Zach Azzanni on George Pickens: “It’s right there for him”

Steelers receiver George Pickens has superstar potential. For whatever reason (and part of the problem is the team hasn’t given him enough chances), it has yet to fully emerge. With a revamped offensive coaching staff, led by new coordinator Arthur Smith and including new receivers coach Zach Azzanni, Pickens in his third year might finally become what the Steelers need …

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After mini (camp) previews, these are questions Rams must answer in training camp

Rams coach Sean McVay was surrounded by prospects during OTA practices this spring. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) Optimism abounded, though it was tempered by uncertainty. That is how the Rams entered their summer break. Players emerged last week from voluntary offseason workouts without major injuries, star receiver Cooper Kupp appeared to regain his form, and coach Sean McVay …

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Leaving without Stanley Cup, Panthers will ‘learn’ from loss

Greg Wyshynski, ESPNJun 16, 2024, 01:00 AM ET CloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. EDMONTON, Alberta — The Florida Panthers said their blowout loss to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final was a learning experience. What a harsh education it was: Losing 8-1 on Saturday night, watching their star goaltender get pulled, and squandering …

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Oilers’ McDavid passes Gretzky for most assists in a postseason

Jun 15, 2024, 11:50 PM ET Oilers captain Connor McDavid set the NHL record for most assists in a single postseason, picking up his 32nd on Saturday night during Edmonton’s 8-1 win over the visiting Florida Panthers in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. McDavid broke the record previously held by Hall of Fame center Wayne Gretzky, who led …

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Panthers-Oilers Game 4 takeaways, early look at Game 5

Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporterJun 15, 2024, 11:30 PM ET CloseKristen Shilton is a national NHL reporter for ESPN. Well, THAT was unexpected. On the verge of being swept in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, the Edmonton Oilers dominated the Florida Panthers en route to a 8-1 victory in Game 4. The series now heads back to Sunrise, Florida, with …

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