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Purdy fuels high-flying 49ers in 22-point win over Dolphins
sports17 days ago

Purdy fuels high-flying 49ers in 22-point win over Dolphins

Brock Purdy led a high-powered 49ers offense in a 22-point win over the Dolphins, posting the week’s best EPA per play and completing 91% of his passes to keep the offense on schedule. The run game was secondary to the aerial attack, with Christian McCaffrey contributing after contact, while Luke Farrell and George Kittle stabilized the TE group with blocking and timely targets. Defensively, Nick Bosa anchored the pass rush and Gracen Halton stood out with multiple pressures and run stops, though a few linebackers’ and secondary plays kept the unit from an A grade. Special teams were average, and Shanahan paired a disciplined, adaptive game plan with Morris to exploit Miami’s inexperience.

via Niners Nation|
#brock-purdy#game-grades#nfl-week-2
Laviolette Instills Offensive Push as Kings Begin Camp
sports17 days ago

Laviolette Instills Offensive Push as Kings Begin Camp

New head coach Peter Laviolette is shifting the LA Kings toward a more offense-first approach at training camp, emphasizing 5-on-5 play, zone movement, and puck support with input from assistant Ray Whitney; players like Panarin, Laughton, and Kempe note a clearer sense of attack while still prioritizing defense, as the team looks to raise scoring from last season and sharpen the power play.

via LA Kings Insider|
#la-kings#laviolette#nhl
Two games in, McDaniel's Chargers offense stumbles out of the gate
sports18 days ago

Two games in, McDaniel's Chargers offense stumbles out of the gate

Two games into Mike McDaniel's tenure as Chargers offensive coordinator, Los Angeles is 0-2 with a disjointed attack, multiple fumbles and penalties, and modest quarterback production from Justin Herbert, fueling criticism that the experimental scheme has failed to take hold and prompting questions about simplification or personnel as a brutal schedule looms.

via Los Angeles Times|
#justin-herbert#los-angeles-chargers#mike-mcdaniel
Steelers' Offense Stalls in 20-3 Loss to the Patriots
sports18 days ago

Steelers' Offense Stalls in 20-3 Loss to the Patriots

The Steelers’ offense stalled in a 20-3 loss to the Patriots, trailing in first downs, yards, and third-down efficiency while producing only one 20+-yard play on 67 snaps. Coach Mike McCarthy took ownership and said details and volume must improve in the trenches, after Rodgers was under heavy pressure (4 sacks, 7 hits) and went 20-for-27 for 142 yards with an interception, plus 0-for-9 on 20+-yard attempts this season. Five starting offensive linemen struggled and the run game was inconsistent, though the defense held firm. The NFL is early in a parity-filled season, and Pittsburgh has clear work to do to rebound.

via Steelers.com|
#coaching#new-england-patriots#nfl
Nebraska Offense Piles Up 493 Yards, 34 Points in Win Over North Dakota, PFF Grades Show
sports19 days ago

Nebraska Offense Piles Up 493 Yards, 34 Points in Win Over North Dakota, PFF Grades Show

Nebraska totaled 493 yards and 34 points against North Dakota’s 13th-ranked FCS defense. QB Anthony Colandrea went 15-for-21 for 195 yards with a touchdown and added 19 rushing yards and another rushing score, while the line allowed zero sacks or QB hits. The Huskers ran 45 times, averaging over six yards per carry, and 11 different receivers recorded a catch, led by Nyziah Hunter (3 receptions, 24 yards). Jamal Rule totaled 154 all-purpose yards and two scores, highlighting a deep and productive NU offense as Nebraska fed a versatile group through a balanced attack.

via si.com|
#college-football#nebraska-cornhuskers#north-dakota-fighting-hawks
Under-Center Reign Continues as 49ers-Dolphins Preview
sports20 days ago

Under-Center Reign Continues as 49ers-Dolphins Preview

The 49ers are likely to keep their under-center formations and pre-snap motion, a wrinkle that has yielded strong results and high EPA per play, while Miami’s defense leans heavily on base looks. If the Dolphins stay in base, San Francisco may attack early downs with more passes. Additionally, the 49ers’ ability to pressure a mobile quarterback without heavy blitzing will be key in slowing down an air-it-out approach and limiting downfield shots.

via Niners Nation|
#49ers#dolphins#game-preview
Lions survive opener as defense draws concern and media weigh their trajectory
sports24 days ago

Lions survive opener as defense draws concern and media weigh their trajectory

Detroit opened the 2026 season with a 31-30 OT win over the Saints, but national outlets are split on the Lions’ outlook: the defense shows lingering vulnerabilities—especially in the secondary with safeties Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch out—while Drew Petzing’s offense looks smoother, aided by Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown. Rankings across outlets span from 8th to 15th, and Detroit now faces a tough Week 2 test vs. the Bills in their new stadium.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#defense#lions#nfl
Browns Open 2026 With Woes: Offense, Defense Struggle in Jaguars Loss
sports25 days ago

Browns Open 2026 With Woes: Offense, Defense Struggle in Jaguars Loss

Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season left the Cleveland Browns reeling after a lopsided loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, as Deshaun Watson’s decision-making appeared slow and the offense struggled to generate big plays, while the defense showed an identity crisis without key players. With a new scheme in place and several roster changes, the performance exposed several gaps, but it’s still early enough for adjustments as the season progresses.

via Dawgs By Nature|
#browns#jaguars#nfl
Week 1 Scoring Explosion Threatens Historic NFL Record
sports25 days ago

Week 1 Scoring Explosion Threatens Historic NFL Record

Week 1 has produced a scoring surge on pace to set a historic NFL mark after 750 points (50.0 per game), potentially surpassing 2012’s pace; the Bears’ 59-37 win over the Panthers with 552 yards led the onslaught, and 10 of 30 teams have already reached 30+ points, leaving Monday night’s Broncos-Chiefs showdown to decide whether the record is sealed (they’d need 42 combined points).

via Bleacher Report|
#broncos-chiefs#nfl#offense
Douglas Delivers in Week 1 as Dolphins Offense Shows Blocking Gaps
sports25 days ago

Douglas Delivers in Week 1 as Dolphins Offense Shows Blocking Gaps

In Week 1, the Dolphins fell 27-13 to the Raiders in a game that exposed a mix of promise and blocking issues. Caleb Douglas starred with 94 receiving yards on five catches, Kadyn Proctor earned praise as a run blocker, and Aaron Brewer was the standout pass blocker, but the offensive line struggled in pass protection with multiple pressures and sacks. QB Willis posted a 66.9 passer rating (15-of-27, 220 yards, interception) while also rushing for 39 yards and a TD, yet the unit opened with a subpar run game as Achane gained 36 yards on 11 carries behind insufficient blocking. Washington and Bell contributed modestly, several rookies saw limited action, and overall the offense flashed potential but needs cleaner protection and more consistency to maximize its playmakers.

via Miami Herald|
#miami-dolphins#nfl#offense
Week 1 Shakeup: Bears Explode as Herbert Faces Reality Under New Play-Callers
sports25 days ago

Week 1 Shakeup: Bears Explode as Herbert Faces Reality Under New Play-Callers

Week 1 tests bold proclamations as the Bears’ offense erupts for 59 points against Carolina while the Chargers stumble 26-14 to Arizona, prompting scrutiny of Justin Herbert’s ceiling amid a slate of fresh play-callers. The column breaks down how 17 new offensive coordinators fared (Brady with the Bills, Doyle with the Ravens, Monken with the Browns, LaFleur with the Cardinals, etc.), and surveys quarterback contracts discussions, injuries (Murray concussion) and other early-season storylines shaping the 2026 season.

via The New York Times|
#nfl#offense#playcalling