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Watson blasts Browns fans after preseason boos
sports2 days ago

Watson blasts Browns fans after preseason boos

Deshaun Watson called Browns fans' boos during Saturday's 31-7 preseason loss to the Bills 'disrespectful' and personal, noting fans once cheered when he tore his Achilles on this field. He finished 5-of-12 for 36 yards with an interception; Shedeur Sanders also threw an interception as Cleveland's backups struggled. Browns coach Todd Monken said boos come with the territory but stressed evaluating Watson, with a starter for the Sept. 13 regular-season opener at Jacksonville to be announced before Thursday's finale vs. New England.

Giants bring in Najee Harris on a one-year prove-it deal
nfl6 days ago

Giants bring in Najee Harris on a one-year prove-it deal

The New York Giants signed running back Najee Harris to a one-year deal after he visited the team on Monday, with Greg Roman on staff; Harris would join a crowded backfield as RB3 behind Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy, with Devin Singletary also in the mix, and could see occasional carries if healthy. At 28, Harris is coming back from a torn Achilles last season but previously posted four 1,000-yard campaigns with the Steelers, offering veteran depth and upside.

Giants add Najee Harris to bolster backfield after Achilles setback
sports7 days ago

Giants add Najee Harris to bolster backfield after Achilles setback

The New York Giants are signing Najee Harris, the Steelers’ four-time 1,000-yard back, after his Achilles tear with the Chargers; Harris, 28, worked out Monday and could join a backfield led by Devin Singletary, with Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy also in the mix. Not a speed back, Harris is a 6’1”, 242-pound between-the-tackles runner who, if fully recovered, could challenge Tracy for the primary No. 2 behind Singletary in a potential timeshare with Skattebo. The move comes as the Giants waived/injured Dante Miller. News was first reported by Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo and confirmed by the Giants.

Giants Sign Najee Harris to a One-Year Deal
sports7 days ago

Giants Sign Najee Harris to a One-Year Deal

The New York Giants signed veteran running back Najee Harris to a one-year contract after Harris visited the team on Monday. A 2021 first-round pick, Harris suffered a torn Achilles with the Chargers last season but previously posted 1,000+ rushing yards in each of his first four seasons with Pittsburgh, including 1,043 rushing yards, six touchdowns and 36 receptions in 2024, and he’ll look to contribute in the NFC East in 2026.

Ravens sign Pocic after Achilles tear, set to compete at center
sports1 month ago

Ravens sign Pocic after Achilles tear, set to compete at center

Former Seahawks center Ethan Pocic signs a one-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens worth up to $4.5 million (base $3 million) after recovering from a December Achilles tear and is cleared for training camp. He joins a Ravens center group that includes Danny Pinter and Nick Dawkins, filling the vacancy left by Tyler Linderbaum’s departure and potentially impacting Seahawks’ center plans if they pursue Oluwatimi.

Ekeler Cleared to Return, Eyes 2026 as Free Agent
sports3 months ago

Ekeler Cleared to Return, Eyes 2026 as Free Agent

Free agent running back Austin Ekeler has been medically cleared for all football activities and intends to play in 2026 after tearing his Achilles in Week 2 last season. The nine-year veteran, who turns 31 next week, previously starred for Washington in 2024 (12 games, 367 rushing yards and four rushing TD on 77 carries; 35 receptions for 366 yards) after seven seasons with the Chargers. Career totals include 1,561 touches for 9,053 yards and 73 touchdowns.

Tatum Confronts Rust as Celtics Navigate Achilles Comeback
sports5 months ago

Tatum Confronts Rust as Celtics Navigate Achilles Comeback

Jayson Tatum, returning roughly 10 months after an Achilles tear, admitted frustration at not yet feeling like himself as he works to regain rhythm; in eight games he’s averaging 19.1 PPG on 38.8% FG and 29.3% from three (including a 16-point, 11-rebound effort after a scoreless first half in a Minnesota loss), while Boston is 6-2 in his return and clinging to a half-game edge for the No. 2 seed as Jaylen Brown emphasizes the need for continued communication and fit.