It’s the start of Quarterback Pro Day Weeks for the 2024 NFL Draft. So, that’s not actually a real thing, but it could be. I’m surprised NFL Network hasn’t branded it yet. Over the next two weeks, we’ll get all the top passers throwing the football at the friendly confines of their college campuses, starting with Caleb Williams and J.J. …
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NFL Draft 2024: What past decade says about moving up in first round for a QB, plus some trade hypotheticals
The 2024 NFL Draft boasts potentially great quarterback options. Fans have already seen how the presence of those caliber players impact the draft with Minnesota acquiring a second pick in the first round, presumably to trade up for a quarterback. In the event that the Cardinals or Chargers, who hold selections No. 4 and 5 overall respectively, trade out, CBS …
Read More »NFL 2024 free agency: Top remaining players on market, and more news, updates
NFL free agency is here! Stay updated with Yahoo Sports and learn everything you need to know right here. Fantasy reaction to NFL free agency What do all the moves mean from a fantasy perspective? Find out from Yahoo Sports’ fantasy experts with their live reactions right here. When did NFL free agency begin? NFL free agency started last Wednesday …
Read More »Overreactions, reality checks after first week of NFL free agency: Revamped Falcons Super Bowl contender?
The first week of free agency is essentially completed, with plenty of moves around the NFL that resulted in one of the busiest weeks of transactions in recent years. Kirk Cousins went to the Atlanta Falcons, Saquon Barkley went to the Philadelphia Eagles, and Christian Wilkins went to the Las Vegas Raiders. Those were a few moves that highlighted the …
Read More »2024 NFL free agent matchmaker: Ryan Tannehill to Broncos, Odell Beckham Jr. to Jets, other big-name fits
Most of this year’s top NFL free agents have already found new homes, or secured new contracts to stay put. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t more deals to be made. Sometimes, in fact, the best offseason additions are the underrated “value” bets. And there are still a handful of notable names who remain on the open market, available for …
Read More »Dolphins star Tyreek Hill had alleged domestic dispute in January, vows to clean up off-field behavior
Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill claimed in a recent appearance on “The Pivot” podcast that he’s working to correct his off-field behavior. It turns out the wide receiver was subject to a police investigation over an alleged domestic dispute less than two months prior, according to the Miami Herald, though no criminal charges resulted from the incident. In late January, …
Read More »Will Panthers’ massive defensive overhaul help their rebuild?
Greg Auman NFC South Reporter Carolina had the worst record in the NFL last season, so no amount of offseason changes should be surprising. But the first week of free agency brought a major overhaul to the Panthers’ defense, swapping out at least six starters and some of its biggest names. Four of Carolina’s top six players in defensive snaps …
Read More »2024 Eagles mock draft roundup 5.0: Options after free agent flurry
2024 Eagles mock draft roundup 5.0: Options after free agent flurry originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles had a busy first week of free agency, adding Saquon Barkley, Bryce Huff, C.J. Gardner-Johnson and more. But was that enough to change the mock drafts. Because now that the major wave of free agency is gone, we’re all going to …
Read More »JJ Watt critical of analytics used to judge pass rushers; is in favor of Eagles’ onside kick proposal
It might be the offseason, but JJ Watt isn’t taking any time off. Watt, a future Hall of Fame defensive lineman, recently completed his first year as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports. He’s keeping himself plenty busy, between his and wife, Kealia’s, role as minority investors in Burnley F.C., raising a 1-year-old, training with younger brother T.J. Watt and …
Read More »Awaiting extension from Cowboys, Dak Prescott restructures deal to create cap space
Dak Prescott is helping out the Dallas Cowboys as he still awaits a long-term extension from the team. Both sides agreed to rework the quarterback’s contract for the 2024 season, converting a $5 million roster bonus into a signing bonus, ESPN reported Monday. With the move, Prescott’s cap number for the upcoming season was lowered to $55.455 million, opening $4 …
Read More »Ranking the NCAA Men’s, Women’s Tournament teams; Justin Fields traded to Steelers
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Read More »Ranking top situations for rookie QB’s since 2000: Here’s how Bears, Patriots’ current situations stack up
There are two lines of thinking when it comes to rookie quarterbacks. Some feel that it’s better to have them sit and learn from a veteran, while others feel that playing right away is the way to go. For me, it depends on the player and the situation they inherit. Take Joe Burrow, for example. Burrow was clearly ready to …
Read More »Odell Beckham Jr. writes farewell note to Baltimore Ravens
Odell Beckham Jr. said goodbye to the Baltimore Ravens in an Instagram post on Sunday night, apparently bringing an end to his one-year run with the club. “Swea on everything I appreciate the Flock more than yall could EVER imagine,” Beckham wrote. “Did everything I could wit the opportunities I had. Wish I got to do it big for y’all …
Read More »How will the Eagles use free agent pickup Zack Baun?
How will the Eagles use free agent pickup Zack Baun? originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Zack Baun is ready to play anywhere. But it’s pretty clear he’d like to rush the passer. A couple days after agreeing to terms with the Eagles on a one-year deal, the veteran linebacker said last week that he’s interested to see where the …
Read More »Cowboys restructure Dak Prescott’s contract, add $4 million in cap space
The Cowboys haven’t extended quarterback Dak Prescott’s contract, but they have tweaked it. Field Yates of ESPN reports that the team has converted Prescott’s $5 million roster bonus to a signing bonus in order to create cap space. The move also involved adding void years to Prescott’s contract and the result is $4 million in cap space for the current …
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