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Burrow Bets on a Talented 2026 Bengals After Bold Offseason
around-the-nfl7 days ago

Burrow Bets on a Talented 2026 Bengals After Bold Offseason

Joe Burrow said the 2026 Bengals have the most talented roster since he’s been there, crediting Duke Tobin’s aggressive offseason moves (including Dexter Lawrence, Cashius Howell and multiple defensive contributors) after Trey Hendrickson’s departure. Burrow also eyes a New Year’s Eve clash with the Ravens and is aiming to break Cincinnati’s career TD record with 48 touchdowns in 2026, a path that could put him in MVP discussions as the Bengals chase a return to the playoffs.

Packers' Golden Poised for Breakout After WR Shuffle
around-the-nfl22 days ago

Packers' Golden Poised for Breakout After WR Shuffle

Green Bay expects Matthew Golden to take a bigger step in 2026 after a quiet rookie season and a reshuffled WR room that saw Romeo Doubs leave in free agency and Dontayvion Wicks traded. Golden flashed in camp and preseason but battled wrist and shoulder injuries in 14 regular-season games, finishing with 361 yards on 29 catches and no TDs. He did flash in the postseason with 84 yards on four receptions and his first TD in the wild-card loss to Chicago, and the Packers hope that performance carries over with Jayden Reed and Christian Watson forming the top trio.

Diego Pavia's Uncertain Path: Ravens Camp Invite Signals NFL or CFL Route
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Diego Pavia's Uncertain Path: Ravens Camp Invite Signals NFL or CFL Route

Undrafted Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, a former Heisman finalist, is headed to Baltimore Ravens rookie camp and has CFL interest via Winnipeg's negotiation list. The 5-foot-10, 207-pound dual-threat flashed big college production (3,539 passing yards on 70.6% with 29 TDs vs 8 INTs and 862 rushing yards with 10 rushing TDs in 2025), but size and some mechanical concerns complicate a long NFL transition, making his pro future uncertain in either league.

Harbaugh: Nabers chatter won’t derail Giants’ versatile plan
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Harbaugh: Nabers chatter won’t derail Giants’ versatile plan

Giants coach John Harbaugh says Malik Nabers’ public questions about how the two top-10 picks will be used aren’t a concern, noting Nabers and the team had a productive, clarifying talk and Nabers even posted to quell the chatter. Harbaugh described a flexible, position-less defense and said Nabers asked how he’d be used; Nabers later explained on social media. Downs could pose a future matchup issue, since Nabers will face him twice a year after the Cowboys traded up to nab Downs. Overall, the chatter is treated as minor.

Chiefs' Veach expects a wild, trade-filled first round in 2026 draft
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Chiefs' Veach expects a wild, trade-filled first round in 2026 draft

Chiefs general manager Brett Veach says the 2026 first round could be the most unpredictable in years, with closely graded tackles, edge rushers, and receivers that may shift up or down the board and trigger a flurry of trades. With Kansas City picking inside the top 10 for the first time since Mahomes, Veach emphasizes flexibility and multiple paths at No. 9, while aiming to improve a roster that saw notable turnover. He notes the draft could hinge on scheme fit and coach evaluation, and that the team will look to add talent across the offense and defensive line while maintaining a championship mindset.

Freeman labels Jeremiyah Love a 'unicorn' with WR/DB upside
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Freeman labels Jeremiyah Love a 'unicorn' with WR/DB upside

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love is described by Marcus Freeman as a 'unicorn' with elite athleticism who could excel as a wide receiver or defensive back; his combination of power, speed, and WR-like route-running makes him a standout prospect, though teams selecting in the top five will weigh the value of a premier RB in the draft ahead of next week.

Nantz Goes Rogue, Kelce Turns ‘Fight’ Into Chiefs Legend
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Nantz Goes Rogue, Kelce Turns ‘Fight’ Into Chiefs Legend

CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz defied on-air directions after the 2019 AFC Championship, calling Travis Kelce over and letting him lead a victory moment as he shouted the Beastie Boys line “You Gotta Fight For Your Right to Party.” The spontaneous exchange became a lasting Chiefs moment en route to their first Super Bowl in 50 years and multiple titles.

Dolphins GM bets on Greg Dulcich as 2026 breakout
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Dolphins GM bets on Greg Dulcich as 2026 breakout

New Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan names Greg Dulcich as a 2026 breakout candidate, citing his strong late-season surge and potential to thrive under Jeff Hafley and offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik. Dulcich, who played 10 games in 2025 with 26 receptions for 335 yards and 1 TD, has dealt with injuries but has 59 receptions for 746 yards in 20 career games. He signed a one-year, $3.25 million deal with Miami in March, and Sullivan’s backing signals Dulcich as a key holdover in the Dolphins’ rebuild.

Wicks heads east as Packers trade WR to Eagles for two Day 3 picks and a 12.5M extension
around-the-nfl1 month ago

Wicks heads east as Packers trade WR to Eagles for two Day 3 picks and a 12.5M extension

Green Bay is trading wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks to Philadelphia for a pair of Day 3 picks (2026 fifth-round and 2027 sixth-round) and is signing him to a one-year, $12.5 million extension. Wicks leaves a crowded Packers WR room amid a career-low 2025 season, while the Eagles add depth behind stars A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith ahead of the draft, continuing a recent pattern of pre-season receiver acquisitions.

Broncos' talent pool swells after Waddle addition; Dobbins calls it an 'embarrassment of riches'
around-the-nfl2 months ago

Broncos' talent pool swells after Waddle addition; Dobbins calls it an 'embarrassment of riches'

Denver re-signed J.K. Dobbins and added Jaylen Waddle, giving the Broncos a loaded offense with Courtland Sutton, a developing Pat Bryant, a strong O-line, and a healthy backfield with RJ Harvey. Dobbins called the roster overhaul an 'embarrassment of riches' and expressed optimism for a fresh, productive season despite past injuries.

Tagovailoa bets on competition in Atlanta’s QB room
sports2 months ago

Tagovailoa bets on competition in Atlanta’s QB room

Tua Tagovailoa signs a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons and enters a camp competition with Michael Penix Jr., stressing that he loves competition and is eager to play with the Falcons’ offense while navigating health concerns from his Dolphins tenure; he cites Kyle Pitts, Bijan Robinson and Drake London as weapons as he aims to prove his value in 2026 under Stefanski’s offense.

Beckham Hopes Flag Football Is a Springboard to an NFL Return
sports2 months ago

Beckham Hopes Flag Football Is a Springboard to an NFL Return

Odell Beckham Jr., who hasn’t played in an NFL game since December 2024, turned heads at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic and said the event could serve as a starting point toward a potential NFL return, including a possible reunion with the Giants if the opportunity presents itself, though age and injuries have dampened interest—yet one team could still give him a shot.

Licht: No Betrayal Felt as Evans Signs with the 49ers
around-the-nfl2 months ago

Licht: No Betrayal Felt as Evans Signs with the 49ers

Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht says he doesn’t feel betrayed by Mike Evans’s decision to sign with the 49ers, noting Evans earned the right to seek a new challenge and loved the team. Evans reportedly chose a fresh start and a more challenging offense, even accepting less money, with Licht saying Tampa made a higher offer but Evans prioritized opportunity elsewhere.

Woodson: Steelers should move on from Rodgers saga and plan for the future
around-the-nfl2 months ago

Woodson: Steelers should move on from Rodgers saga and plan for the future

Steelers legend Rod Woodson says Pittsburgh should stop waiting on Aaron Rodgers to decide his playing future and move forward with its current quarterback group (Will Howard and Mason Rudolph) as Rodgers’ status remains unsettled. GM Omar Khan hasn’t ruled out a Rodgers return but offered no deadline. Woodson also criticizes the team’s 2025 draft approach, saying Pittsburgh should have taken QB Jaxson Dart instead of Derrick Harmon to address the future at QB.