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Kyle Long apologizes to Stephen A. Smith for cringey drunken encounter originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Kyle Long, former offensive lineman for the Chicago Bears, came clean about an embarrassing interaction he had years ago with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith at a Super Bowl party. The three-time Pro Bowler confronted Smith about some disparaging comments he made in public …

Bears’ nine-step offseason plan: Easy QB decision, key free agents finish rebuild originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago General manager Ryan Poles’ rebuild is set to enter its next phase in 2024, but critical moves over the next month will determine what the expectations should be in Year 3 for this regime. The quarterback decision headlines the offseason, but the …

The 2024 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and this class is deep at multiple positions. For the second straight year, the Chicago Bears hold the No. 1 overall pick. They traded out of the top spot in 2023 after accepting an attractive offer from the Carolina Panthers, but what will they do this year? It’s very possible three …

Getty Images The New England Patriots are trimming out the roster as the franchise embarks through a seismic offseason. On Monday, the club released two defensive players in starting lineman Lawrence Guy and safety Adrian Phillips, according to NFL Media.  Both players were heading into the final year of their contracts and the move helped New England create a notable …

The Patriots are releasing veterans Lawrence Guy and Adrian Phillips on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports. The moves clear $6 million in cap space. Guy confirmed the news in a social media post: “Thank you, New England. You welcomed my family and I for the past seven years and always made us feel at home. The community we …

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce seemingly confirmed reports that Magic Johnson played a role in convincing Kliff Kingsbury to become the next Washington Commanders offensive coordinator after Kingsbury had reportedly agreed to fill the same role with the Raiders. NFL Media first reported that Johnson, the Los Angeles Lakers and NBA legend who is now part of the …

Patriots 2024 free agent tracker: Live updates, news on veteran players originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots might be one of the busiest teams in the NFL offseason. Not only do the Patriots have the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft — their highest selection since 1993 — they also have the third-most salary …

Getty Images The 2024 NFL free agency period will send dozens and dozens of big names to the open market, where all 32 teams can begin contract negotiations on March 11. On Monday, meanwhile, 37 different veterans — including some starters like Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Mike Evans — will officially have their contracts voided, setting …

Running back Mike Davis is officially calling it a career. Davis, whose birthday is on Monday, posted to social media that he’s officially retiring from the NFL. “As I turn 31 today, I sit back and look on my NFL career and how thankful I am to be [a part] of a brotherhood,” Davis posted. “This game has allowed me …

Getty Images LAS VEGAS — The Chicago Bears have a huge decision to make regarding the most important position in the NFL that seems to have so many people on different sides of the fence.  In a little over two months, the Bears front office will have to pick between keeping quarterback Justin Fields as its starter or move on …

The one-year deal that defensive end Marcus Davenport signed with the Vikings had four voidable years on it, lowering his cap number to $6.2 million for 2023. The deal, though, was scheduled to void Monday, adding $6.8 million of dead money to the Vikings’ 2024 cap. The Vikings renegotiated the void date on the deal over the weekend, Kevin Seifert …

Getty Images The 2024 NFL free agency period will send dozens and dozens of big names to the open market, where all 32 teams can begin contract negotiations on March 11. On Monday, meanwhile, 38 different veterans — including some starters like Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and wide receiver Mike Evans — will officially have their contracts voided, setting …

The Chicago Bears haven’t necessarily begun soliciting offers for quarterback Justin Fields, but other NFL teams began inquiring about a potential trade for the former first-round draft pick at this year’s Senior Bowl, according to Sports Illustrated. Pre-draft events, including the scouting combine, have often served as an unofficial catalyst for trade talks, and “those conversations” with other NFL teams …

Getty Images The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have several key free agents set to hit the open market at the start of the new league year, but the franchise appears set to ensure that at least one of them remains inside Raymond James Stadium. If the club utilizes the franchise tag in 2024, it is expected to be placed on star …

Greg Auman NFC South Reporter There’s a strong dose of not just college football but SEC football in the Buccaneers’ new offensive coaching staff, starting with new coordinator Liam Coen spending the 2021 and 2023 seasons in the same role at Kentucky. New Bucs receivers coach Bryan McClendon will be making his NFL coaching debut in Tampa after a strong …