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Giants Commit to Jameis Winston as Jaxson Dart Undergoes Early Knee Surgery
sports14 days ago

Giants Commit to Jameis Winston as Jaxson Dart Undergoes Early Knee Surgery

The New York Giants have confirmed Jameis Winston as their starting quarterback for the remainder of the 2026 season following a season-ending knee injury to Jaxson Dart. While Winston struggled in his recent relief appearance, the team is prioritizing stability over panic moves. Dart underwent early surgery to expedite his recovery, mirroring the approach of Patrick Mahomes, while the Giants face a difficult decision on whether to pursue costly trade options or rely on their current roster.

via Big Blue View|
#injury-update#jameis-winston#jaxson-dart
Daniels seeks specialist guidance after left elbow dislocation; Mariota set to start Week 3
sports18 days ago

Daniels seeks specialist guidance after left elbow dislocation; Mariota set to start Week 3

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels dislocated his left elbow on Sunday and will undergo imaging and seek specialist guidance to determine next steps. He previously dealt with a similar elbow injury in 2025, which caused multiple absences, and it isn’t yet clear how that history will affect treatment. Marcus Mariota will start Week 3 against the Seahawks while Daniels’ recovery and the medical plan are determined.

via NBC Sports|
#elbow-dislocation#jayden-daniels#marcus-mariota
Brissett Could Be Midseason Trade Asset If Cardinals Falter
nfl28 days ago

Brissett Could Be Midseason Trade Asset If Cardinals Falter

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler suggests Jacoby Brissett could be a midseason trade candidate if he performs well and the Cardinals falter, as Arizona weighs what it has in Carson Beck. Brissett threw for 281 yards per game in 12 starts last season, but the Cardinals went 1-11; thus, he could serve as a valuable backup or injury fill-in at the trade deadline if the team’s fortunes don’t improve.

via NBC Sports|
#arizona-cardinals#carson-beck#jacoby-brissett
Milton hits free agency after Cowboys waiver, eyeing next NFL stop
sports1 month ago

Milton hits free agency after Cowboys waiver, eyeing next NFL stop

Quarterback Joe Milton cleared waivers after being waived by the Dallas Cowboys, becoming a free agent who can sign with any team on an active roster or practice squad. While unlikely to land on an active roster, the Cowboys reportedly want him on their practice squad, and other teams could pursue him. The 26-year-old quarterback previously played at Michigan and Tennessee and was a 2024 sixth-round pick by the Patriots before a later trade to Dallas.

via NBC Sports|
#dallas-cowboys#free-agent#joe-milton
Goff’s Quiet Rise: Lions QB Keeps Proving Critics Wrong
sports1 month ago

Goff’s Quiet Rise: Lions QB Keeps Proving Critics Wrong

Lions coach Dan Campbell calls Jared Goff massively underrated, praising his poise, accuracy and reads as he guides Detroit through turnover with more presnap autonomy under new OC Drew Petzing; Goff has led two franchises to conference title games, rebuilt his reputation after leaving the Rams, and remains focused on improving for a possible Super Bowl run, blending past systems while embracing the Lions future.

via si.com|
#dan-campbell#detroit-lions#jared-goff
Falcons weigh cut of Tua as Penix Jr. questions loom
sports1 month ago

Falcons weigh cut of Tua as Penix Jr. questions loom

Falcons fans are debating whether to move on from Tua Tagovailoa after a rocky preseason, with talk that Atlanta could cut him in favor of Michael Penix Jr. or other younger options. Critics cite inconsistent play, a dropped snap, leadership concerns, and Tagovailoa’s injury history, while supporters say he remains a proven starter with upside. The piece notes that a trade or even retirement could be on the table, underscoring the broader debate about Tagovailoa’s fit and future.

via Phin Phanatic|
#atlanta-falcons#michael-penix-jr#nfl-quarterback
Vikings Signal Possible Quick Exit for McCarthy as Murray Takes Center Stage
sports2 months ago

Vikings Signal Possible Quick Exit for McCarthy as Murray Takes Center Stage

With Kyler Murray arriving on a one-year deal and J.J. McCarthy having just 10 NFL starts after a knee injury, Minnesota appears poised to name Murray as the 2026 starter, making a rapid departure for McCarthy plausible and fueling trade-talk rather than a long audition, per observers comparing him to prior top-15 picks who didn’t get lengthy chances.

via The Viking Age|
#jj-mccarthy#kyler-murray#nfl-quarterback
Levis bets on himself, claiming he's among NFL's elite quarterbacks
sports2 months ago

Levis bets on himself, claiming he's among NFL's elite quarterbacks

Titans quarterback Will Levis, who’s competing with Mitch Trubisky to back up Cam Ward, says he knows he’s among the NFL’s 32 best quarterbacks. He points to his early-career tape, insists he’s grown into a more mature, confident player in Year Four, and believes he’s a dang good QB who could be a starter, with improvement still ahead.

via NBC Sports|
#backup-quarterback#confidence#nfl-quarterback
Raiders land top pick Mendoza with $57M four-year rookie deal
sports2 months ago

Raiders land top pick Mendoza with $57M four-year rookie deal

The Las Vegas Raiders signed No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza to a four-year, $57.27 million rookie contract, making him the last of the team’s 10 draftees to sign as camp approaches; he’ll compete for the starting job with veteran Kirk Cousins, who signed a $20 million guaranteed deal, after Mendoza’s college season highlighted by a Heisman Trophy and a national championship.

via NBC News|
#fernando-mendoza#heisman-trophy#las-vegas-raiders
sports3 months ago

Steelers Weigh a Late-Round Gamble on Supplemental Draft QB Brendan Sorsby

The Steelers are considering Brendan Sorsby for the NFL Supplemental Draft, potentially in the fifth- to sixth-round range, weighing his starting-caliber talent against off-field gambling concerns. With Will Howard and Drew Allar in their QB pipeline, Pittsburgh may still pursue him if a workout and internal interest signal a fit, though analysts see notable risk.

via Steelers Depot|
#brendan-sorsby#nfl-quarterback#off-field-issues
sports4 months ago

Mayfield as Pittsburgh's 2027 X-Factor

An article suggests Baker Mayfield could be a costly but viable veteran option to extend the Pittsburgh Steelers' championship window into 2027, should Tampa Bay and Mayfield fail to reach a long-term deal by training camp. At 31 with a solid track record, Mayfield would be a higher-priced bridge compared to developing QBs like Drew Allar or Will Howard, depending on whether the Buccaneers resolve contract talks or explore free agency.

via Steelers Depot|
#baker-mayfield#contract-dispute#nfl-quarterback