All articles tagged with #nfl quarterback
The Steelers aren’t counting on Will Howard or Drew Allar to play in 2026 and are waiting to see if Aaron Rodgers will re-sign; Rodgers is viewed as the best option to start, with Rudolph as a fallback if he doesn’t return. If Rodgers isn’t back, Howard and Allar would be in a development phase, with Allar’s mechanics being rebuilt (likely a redshirt year) as voluntary OTAs begin and Rodgers’ status remains unresolved.
Former NFL quarterback Taylor Heinicke announced his retirement, ending a 10-season journey that began as an undrafted Old Dominion product and included stints with multiple teams, with his last NFL action in 2024 for the Chargers after a 2025 release. He played 42 games (29 starts), threw for 6,663 yards and 39 touchdowns against 28 interceptions, highlighted by a memorable 2020 wild-card performance for Washington, and thanked supporters while looking ahead to the next chapter.
Green Bay added veteran Tyrod Taylor to back up Jordan Love, bringing a 15-year NFL veteran who has started for six teams, earned a 2015 Pro Bowl with the Bills, and showed mobility and accuracy. He backed Aaron Rodgers with the Jets in 2024 and could provide a steady veteran presence in Green Bay’s QB room, with the contract signed after the draft so it won’t impact next year’s compensatory-pick formula.
The Jets are considering a bid in the NFL supplemental draft for Brendan Sorsby, a Cincinnati starter who transferred to Texas Tech, hoping he could become a franchise quarterback. Sorsby is currently dealing with a gambling-related eligibility probe that could either delay his college career or bar him, potentially pushing his future to the July supplemental draft if the ban is enforced. A successful bid would cost the Jets a 2027 pick, complicating the decision given Geno Smith, Cade Klubnik, and a strong 2027 quarterback class. The ultimate move depends on the NCAA ruling and the Jets’ appetite for risk and long-term upside.
After a six-year Dolphins stint defined by injuries and a late-season benching for Quinn Ewers, Tua Tagovailoa joined the Falcons; in his introductory remarks he defended his health, but observers point to a marked decline in mobility and production, fueling doubt about whether he can regain starting-caliber form.
Tua Tagovailoa, now with the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year deal, said he wasn’t satisfied with his play in his final Dolphins season and spoke cryptically about the team’s issues, calling them “unique” and avoiding specifics while signaling a fresh start with Atlanta and focusing on playing well this season after passing his physical.
The Minnesota Vikings signed Kyler Murray to a one-year veteran minimum deal to upgrade the quarterback room and push all quarterbacks, with coach Kevin O'Connell stressing a fit-based approach and saying no starter has been named. The move reshapes the path for 23-year-old J.J. McCarthy, who struggled through an injury-plagued 2025 season, as the Vikings aim to raise the room's floor while encouraging McCarthy to improve and compete for the job in 2026.
After a disastrous 2025 with the Raiders (2-13 as a starter, 17 interceptions, 84.7 passer rating), Geno Smith is pitched as a smart Viking target based on his strong Seattle-era performance (2022–24), accuracy, and ability to deliver intermediate and deep passes in Kevin O’Connell’s system. The Raiders’ dysfunction and weak line are cited as the main excuses for his downturn, and Minnesota’s solid defense and improving offensive line would provide a favorable environment. Signing Smith on a veteran-minimum could keep a McCarthy competition realistic while offering upside and stability for 2026.
Sonny Jurgensen, a Hall of Fame quarterback whose strong arm and sharp wit helped revive Washington football and who remained a beloved figure through decades as a broadcaster, died at 91. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1983, he left a lasting legacy in the franchise and its fans.
Sonny Jurgensen, a Hall of Fame quarterback who electrified Washington’s passing attack in the 1960s and early ’70s and later became the Redskins’ longtime broadcaster, has died at 91; he was traded from the Eagles in 1964, set league passing records in 1967, and after retiring in 1974 built a broadcasting career with Sam Huff and Frank Herzog before leaving the booth in 2019.
A profile of Sam Darnold's journey from a blue‑collar Southern California upbringing to Seattle's starting QB in Super Bowl 60, tracing his USC roots, a rocky NFL path across several teams, and a persistent comeback that culminates in a showdown against the Patriots.
John Brodie, longtime San Francisco 49ers quarterback and 1970 NFL MVP, died at 90. He starred for SF from 1957–1973, threw for 31,548 yards and 214 touchdowns, and was later inducted into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame.
The piece analyzes Broncos backup Jarrett Stidham, noting his solid size, arm strength, and mobility, along with smart reads and willingness to throw into tight windows. It weighs how his past Raiders work and a recent Chargers game inform his potential performance in the AFC Championship, emphasizing that protection, play design, and matchup advantages will largely determine whether he can lead a playoff run, with the note that Landry’s status is mentioned in the headline but not elaborated in the article.
Denver turns to Jarrett Stidham in the AFC Championship after Bo Nix breaks his ankle; Payton expressed strong belief in Stidham’s ability to start in the NFL, saying he’s ready and that the game plan won’t drastically change as the Broncos chase a Super Bowl.
The Panthers announced they will exercise the fifth-year option on quarterback Bryce Young, keeping him in Carolina through 2027 after a breakout season that helped the team win the NFC South and host a playoff game. Young posted career highs with 3,011 passing yards, 23 touchdowns, a 63.6% completion rate, and an 87.8 passer rating, with coaches and teammates praising his work ethic and leadership as he continues to develop chemistry with a young receiving corps.