List/Grid Monthly Archives: March 2020
NFL teams rely on tape with virus altering pre-draft routine
Let’s go to the tape. It’s also led the league to forbid teams hosting prospects at team headquarters or from visiting them for in-person interviews, face-to-face meetings that are usually…
Best Teams Ever bracket: Who’s into Round 2?
If there’s one takeaway from the first-round of voting, it’s that fans did not show the Patriots – the defining team of the last two decades – any love. Powered…
Best Teams Ever bracket: NFL edition, Round 2
Fan vote determines which teams advance to the NFL’s ultimate final four. Powered by WPeMatico
Fantasy Football Podcast: Rookie Snapshot – 5 WRs you need to know about in the 2020 NFL Draft
In the debut episode of “Rookie Snapshot,” Liz Loza is joined by Eric Edholm to break down the rookie class about to enter the NFL. This week’s episode focuses on…
No Plan B: NFL won’t consider delayed start
League officials say they haven’t looked into contingency plans if the pandemic forces them to change the start of the season, which seems risky. Powered by WPeMatico
Chris Harris Jr. happy to be in Chargers’ corner; OL Bryan Bulaga, LB Nick Vigil too
Chargers’ prize free-agent acquisition, corner Chris Harris Jr., was drawn to his new team; right tackle Bryan Bulaga and linebacker Nick Vigil too. Powered by WPeMatico
AP source: Browns signing free agent Clayborn to 2-year deal
The Cleveland Browns plan to sign veteran free agent defensive end Adrian Clayborn to a two-year, $6 million contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on…
Steelers not concerned about limited pre-draft preparation
Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert isn’t concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic from altering his team’s preparations for the 2020 draft. Colbert is well aware there are far larger issues…
Familiarity helped Harris Jr., Bulaga choose Chargers
Chris Harris Jr. and Bryan Bulaga will be playing on different sides of the ball for the Los Angeles Chargers, but both cited a familiar trait about why they decided…
Bears finalize trade with Jaguars for quarterback Foles
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears finalized a trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars for 2018 Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles on Tuesday. Powered by WPeMatico
AP sources: Jets, backup QB David Fales agree on 1-year deal
Two people with direct knowledge of the deal say the New York Jets and backup quarterback David Fales have agreed to terms on a one-year contract. ESPN first reported Fales’…
Bulaga disappointed many players didn’t vote in CBA election
New Chargers tackle Bryan Bulaga voices his disappointment Tuesday over how many fellow players decided not to vote on the new labor agreement with the NFL. The CBA was approved…
LA Rams re-sign defensive back Donte Deayon
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams re-signed defensive back Donte Deayon to a one-year contract Tuesday. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL team owners vote to expand playoffs to 14 teams
The NFL is gearing up for a normal season and playoffs – with two additional wild-card teams in the Super Bowl chase. NFL team owners voted Tuesday to expand the…
Colts looking for ways to get most out of Rivers, Brissett
Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich understands Jacoby Brissett’s predicament. Twice, Brissett emerged as Indy’s starting quarterback. Now the longtime backup to Hall of Famer Jim Kelly will try to help…
Joe Buck really doesn’t want to narrate your NSFW videos
Joe Buck wants to keep things wholesome on Twitter … for now. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL Draft Profile: Gators P Tommy Townsend
With less than a month before the 2020 NFL draft, Gators Territory continues to profile each of the Gators’ draft hopefuls. Next on our list is a member of Florida’s…
Bears re-sign safety Houston-Carson to 1-year contract
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears have re-signed safety DeAndre Houston-Carson to a one-year contract. Powered by WPeMatico
Seahawks release TE Ed Dickson, waive S Tedric Thompson
The Seattle Seahawks cleared a chunk of salary cap space by waiving safety Tedric Thompson and releasing veteran tight end Ed Dickson on Tuesday. Both moves were expected after each…
NFL counting on coronavirus outbreak to wane in time for season to start on schedule
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the NFL is confident that it will be able to conduct business as usual in the fall, league executives said Tuesday. Powered by WPeMatico
Bengals release Dre Kirkpatrick in defensive overhaul
The Bengals released starting cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick on Tuesday, another move to overhaul their secondary after a 2-14 season. Kirkpatrick was a first-round pick in 2012 and started 67 games…
Jaguars’ Ngakoue makes another trade plea on 25th birthday
Disgruntled Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue made another public plea to be traded, this one on his 25th birthday. The Jaguars placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Ngakoue two…
Jordan Love’s personal loss motivates his NFL dream
The Utah State quarterback is one of the hottest names in this year’s draft class — but there’s one moment in his past that has inspired him to become an…
NFL team owners approve expanding playoffs to 14 teams this season
NFL owners voted in favor Tuesday of expanding the postseason to 14 teams. The new playoff format will start during the 2020 season. Powered by WPeMatico
How paths might have changed under expanded NFL playoffs
Lovie Smith’s coaching tenure in Chicago might not have ended had the Bears made the playoffs his final three seasons instead of missing out by one spot his last two…
Most NFL teams extend ticket payment deadlines due to virus
At a time when America is trying to cope with the financial fallout created by the deadly coronavirus, the renewal of NFL season tickets is not exactly a high priority….
NFL VP reaches out to prospects about draft participation
NFL vice president Troy Vincent has sent a letter to several prospects inviting them to participate “live” in the NFL draft in three weeks. The Associated Press on Tuesday obtained…
Pro Hogs: Ranking Arkansas’ best professional football players
Arkansas has seen several of its players leave Fayetteville and enjoy success at the next level. HawgBeat is taking a look at former Razorbacks who have been the best professionals…
The Rush: Goodell angers NFL personnel with efforts to silence Draft concerns
THE RUSH will be back tomorrow. Powered by WPeMatico
Free-agent Eric Reid wants revote over post-ballot changes to CBA
Free agent safety Eric Reid wants the NFL’s new collective bargaining agreement invalidated over language added following ratification of the pact earlier this month. Powered by WPeMatico
Chargers announce Bulaga, Harris, Joseph and Vigil deals
The Los Angeles Chargers confirmed Monday that they have agreed to terms with offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga, cornerback Chris Harris Jr., defensive tackle Linval Joseph and linebacker Nick Vigil. The…
Broncos continue raiding Detroit Lions roster in free agency
The Denver Broncos have finalized a three-year, $7 million deal with free agent punter Sam Martin, the third former Detroit Lions player signed by general manager John Elway this month….
Packers keeping running back/kick returner Tyler Ervin
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers are keeping running back/return specialist Tyler Ervin. Powered by WPeMatico
Slater says Pats’ special teams ready to adjust to changes
Strong special teams play has been one of the staples of the Patriots under Bill Belichick. Few players know that more than longtime special teams captain Matt Slater, one of…
Giants LB Blake Martinez experienced in remote learning
Recently signed New York Giants inside linebacker Blake Martinez got a taste of learning remotely during his days at Stanford. Normally, the 26-year-old Martinez would be getting ready to join…
Notre Dame’s Cole Kmet Rising Up Boards In Recent Mock Drafts
The NFL Draft is happening, Roger Goodell says. It will take place April 23-25 as scheduled, Goodell wrote in a memo sent to all 32 teams last week. It has…
Tua has wowed doctors, but what about teams?
Suffering a freaky football injury was difficult enough for Tua Tagovailoa. But the timing of his rehab hit the most unexpected roadblock with the pandemic. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL Draft Profile: Tyrie Cleveland
With less than a month before the 2020 NFL draft, Gators Territory continues to profile each of the Gators’ draft hopefuls. Next on our list is another member of Florida’s…
A 1st-Round Selection For Ruiz Would Mark Significant Feat For U-M’s O-Line
If Ruiz goes in the 1st round, he’ll become the 11th Wolverine o-lineman ever selected in the draft’s opening frame. Powered by WPeMatico
Chargers sign kick returner/wide receiver Darius Jennings
Darius Jennings has signed a contract with the Los Angeles Chargers, the team said Monday. Jennings spent the past two seasons with the Tennessee Titans, and has been utilized more…
Steelers sign 3 former XFL players to 1-year deals
A stint in the XFL has landed three players jobs with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team signed defensive end Dewayne Hendrix, safety Tyree Kinnel and linebacker/long snapper Christian Kuntz to…
Latest CBS Projections Peg U-M To Have One Of Its Best-Ever Draft Classes
CBS projects 8 Michigan players to be selected in the draft, which would be tied for the school’s fifth most ever. Powered by WPeMatico
Tom Brady won’t allow Patriots fans to move on, posts clips from Super Bowl comeback
Tom Brady spent Sunday afternoon reliving one of his finest moments, the Patriots’ Super Bowl comeback over the Falcons, on his Instagram story. Powered by WPeMatico
When GOATs Leave: What happens to the fantasy output of legends after they switch teams?
Manning. Jordan. Gretzky. These legends all left the teams that drafted them after 10-plus years. Let’s review how they fared after leaving to see if we can gauge Brady’s potential….
NFL Calendar
April 17 – Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets. Powered by WPeMatico
Former Jaguars All-Pro Tony Boselli reportedly in hospital with coronavirus
* 47-year-old receiving treatment after leaving intensive care * Tackle was named to the NFL’s 1990s All-Decade team The former Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Tony Boselli is in hospital after…
Best Teams Ever bracket: NFL edition, Round 1
Which NFL team was the best of all time? Vote on it in our Best Ever bracket series. Powered by WPeMatico
Draft profiles: Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor
Highly productive, blue-collar speed back with elite character but also fumbling, workload concerns. Here’s the scouting report on our No. 36 overall prospect. Powered by WPeMatico
Chiefs bring back wide receiver Robinson on 1-year deal
The Chiefs and wide receiver Demarcus Robinson have agreed to terms on a one-year deal that helps the reigning Super Bowl champions keep their top four receivers under contract heading…
Rankings for Arkansas’ 2020 NFL Draft prospects
Cheyenne O’Grady is one of a few Arkansas players who could hear their name called in April. Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports Sign up for an annual HawgBeat subscription and get…
Lions reach deal with WR Geronimo Allison
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions agreed to terms with wide receiver Geronimo Allison. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL Draft Profile: Gators WR Freddie Swain
We continue our countdown to the NFL draft with a look into one of Florida’s most underrated receivers. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL Calendar
April 17 – Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets. Powered by WPeMatico
Ravens fill void on DL, agree on 1-year deal with Wolfe
The Baltimore Ravens have reached agreement on a one-year contract with defensive tackle Derek Wolfe, ending his eight-year run with the Denver Broncos. Wolfe had seven sacks in 12 games…
NFL mock draft: Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert and Tua Tagovailoa will go early
Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert and Tua Tagovailoa are all expected to be first-round picks in the NFL draft. The question is: When will they be off the board? Powered by…
Grading every NFC team’s offseason moves
Was there a bigger free agency splash than Tom Brady’s move to the Bucs? Well, here’s your chance to grade every NFC team’s overall offseason moves. Powered by WPeMatico
Former Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein to sign with Cowboys
Greg Zuerlein’s eight-year tenure with the Rams has ended, the free agent placekicker agreeing to a three-year, $7.5- million deal with the Cowboys. Powered by WPeMatico
Bradlee Anae breakdown: Utah DE gives ‘everything he’s got’ on game day
Two-time All-Pac-12 first team selection Bradlee Anae is bringing his motor to the NFL next year. The edge threat posted 13 of his 30 career sacks in 2019 to add…
Zack Moss breakdown: Utah’s all-time leading rusher poised for NFL stardom
Utah running back Zack Moss has broken open the record books in Salt Lake City. Now he’s preparing to take his talents to the next level as he enters the…
Tom Brady and Antonio Brown reunited? Bruce Arians says ‘It’s not gonna happen’
Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians didn’t mince words when asked about the possibility of free-agent receiver Antonio Brown joining Tom Brady on the Buccaneers. Powered by WPeMatico
Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor believes he’s the best RB in the NFL draft
Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor sat down with Yahoo Sports’ Tank Williams at the NFL combine in Indianapolis to discuss his career at Wisconsin and why he believes teams should draft…
Michael Brockers will re-sign with Rams after Ravens deal falls through
Defensive lineman Michael Brockers will re-sign with the Rams after a deal with the Baltimore Ravens fell through. Powered by WPeMatico
Giants agree to terms with veteran TE Eric Tomlinson
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants have reached a one-year contract agreement with tight end Eric Tomlinson. Powered by WPeMatico
Minnesota Vikings re-sign veteran guard Dakota Dozier
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have signed veteran guard Dakota Dozier. Powered by WPeMatico
Melvin Gordon using lessons of holdout as motivation in 2020
Melvin Gordon’s futile holdout last season holds many a lesson for the sixth-year running back, including the realization that the former Chargers star still has plenty of doubters despite scoring…
NFL Calendar
April 17 – Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets. Powered by WPeMatico
Crystal ball: Projecting the upcoming NFL schedule
Teams have known their opponents since late December, but Howard Katz and his scheduling department continue to parse through over 50,000 scenarios pumped out by nearly 1,500 computers across the…
The story of the NFL draft, from extravaganza to unadorned
An NFL draft handled remotely because of the coronavirus pandemic is the latest twist to an event that has become as popular as any pro football happening short of the…
Cowboys agree on deals with kicker Zuerlein, defender Poe
The Dallas Cowboys are going to let two proven kickers go at it in the offseason for a change. The Cowboys and kicker Greg Zuerlein agreed Friday on a $7.5…
Lions reach deals with LBs Reggie Ragland, Elijah Lee
The Detroit Lions have agreed to contracts with linebackers Reggie Ragland and Elijah Lee. The Lions confirmed the deals Friday. Ragland started 32 games over the past three seasons with…
Ravens lose DT Brockers, leaving void in defensive line
The Baltimore Ravens won’t have Michael Brockers on their retooled defensive line after all. Baltimore reached agreement on a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams free agent last week….
Raiders announce deals with Kwiatkoski, Heath, Nassib
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders have officially announced the additions of free agent linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski, safety Jeff Heath and defensive end Carl Nassib. Powered by WPeMatico
Happy Homecoming; Wisniewski thrilled to join Steelers
Six months ago, Stefen Wisniewski’s Sundays consisted of spending the afternoon watching the NFL on TV wondering if his phone was ever going to ring. ”You try not to drive…
Douglas’ offseason approach setting new tone for Jets future
Joe Douglas entered his first full offseason running the New York Jets armed with a clear plan. Less than two weeks into free agency, Douglas is setting a tone unlike…
Vikings re-sign backups RB Ameer Abdullah, OL Brett Jones
The Minnesota Vikings re-signed two more of their own free agents on Friday, with new contracts for running back Ameer Abdullah and center Brett Jones. Abdullah has been the team’s…
Terry Tausch, All-American at Texas and NFL vet, dies at 61
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Terry Tausch, an All-American offensive lineman at Texas and eight-year NFL veteran who played for the Minnesota Vikings and San Francisco 49ers, has died. He was 61….
New playbook: Women rising through NFL ranks at many levels
Sophia Lewin was 12 years old when she told her father about her career goal: coaching football. The NFL’s chief operating officer is Maryann Turcke. One-third of the working force…
WVU in the NFL | Free Agency Tracker
WVSports.com tracks which former West Virginia players are hitting free agency and where they end up. Powered by WPeMatico
What the Chargers’ draft needs are at each position
A position-by-position breakdown of what the Chargers’ biggest needs are heading into the 2020 NFL draft. Powered by WPeMatico
What the Rams’ draft needs are at each position
A position-by-position breakdown of the Rams’ biggest needs heading into the 2020 NFL draft. Powered by WPeMatico
Notre Dame’s All-Texas Team
It was 50 years ago that Notre Dame ended a 45-year bowl ban and accepted a bid to play No. 1 Texas in the 1970 Cotton Bowl. Since then, the…
Lamar Jackson sues Amazon over unlicensed merchandise, inflicting damage on his apparel company
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson filed a lawsuit against Amazon on Wednesday after he said the company is selling unlicensed merchandise using his trademarks. Powered by WPeMatico
Fantasy Football Podcast: Gurley & Gordon find new homes, but where will Cam Newton land?
Liz Loza and Matt Harmon discuss more of the moves made in free agency, including the end of the Cam Newton era in Carolina. Powered by WPeMatico
Jimmy Graham hits back at critics after signing two-year deal with Bears: ‘I’m still fast’
The Bears made tight end Jimmy Graham’s two-year, $16 million deal official on Thursday. Powered by WPeMatico
How Colorado’s Laviska Shenault could be an NFL draft steal
Yahoo Sports’ Eric Edholm details how the Buffaloes wide receiver is made to make it to the professional level and could have an impact similar to one breakout rookie from…
Finding the best football fit for Cam Newton
Yahoo Sports’ Charles Robinson and Terez Paylor discuss which teams would be a great fit for the former NFL MVP – even if they may not be considering him for…
Peyton Manning crashes University of Tennessee virtual class and shocks students
Peyton Manning felt the need to go back to college Thursday. Powered by WPeMatico
Yahoo Sports’ top 2020 NFL draft prospects, No. 40: Lenoir-Rhyne S Kyle Dugger
Here’s the scouting report on our No. 40 overall prospect in the 2020 NFL draft. Powered by WPeMatico
Eno Benjamin breakdown: ASU’s play-making running back discusses his legacy in Tempe
Arizona State running back Eno Benjamin is ready to take his passion and intensity to the next level in the NFL. Hailing from Wylie, Texas, Benjamin showed his explosive speed…
No excuses: How one Viking is staying in shape
Team facilities and local gyms have closed, complicating the offseason training for NFL players. Kyle Rudolph is mixing old-school workouts with new-age equipment. Powered by WPeMatico
Former Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein to sign with Cowboys
Greg Zuerlein’s eight-year tenure with the Rams has ended, the free agent placekicker agreeing to a three-year, $7.5- million deal with the Cowboys. Powered by WPeMatico
Bradlee Anae breakdown: Utah DE gives ‘everything he’s got’ on game day
Two-time All-Pac-12 first team selection Bradlee Anae is bringing his motor to the NFL next year. The edge threat posted 13 of his 30 career sacks in 2019 to add…
Zack Moss breakdown: Utah’s all-time leading rusher poised for NFL stardom
Utah running back Zack Moss has broken open the record books in Salt Lake City. Now he’s preparing to take his talents to the next level as he enters the…
Tom Brady and Antonio Brown reunited? Bruce Arians says ‘It’s not gonna happen’
Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians didn’t mince words when asked about the possibility of free-agent receiver Antonio Brown joining Tom Brady on the Buccaneers. Powered by WPeMatico
Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor believes he’s the best RB in the NFL draft
Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor sat down with Yahoo Sports’ Tank Williams at the NFL combine in Indianapolis to discuss his career at Wisconsin and why he believes teams should draft…
Michael Brockers will re-sign with Rams after Ravens deal falls through
Defensive lineman Michael Brockers will re-sign with the Rams after a deal with the Baltimore Ravens fell through. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL Draft Profile: Gators DL Jonathan Greenard
With the recent announcement by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell that the 2020 draft is to go on as scheduled, Gators Territory continues to profile each of the Gators’ draft hopefuls….
Your turn: Grade every AFC team’s offseason moves and rate the best additions
Assign a letter grade to each AFC team’s overall offseason moves and choose which move was the team’s best. Powered by WPeMatico
Your turn: Grade every NFC team’s offseason moves and rate the best additions
Assign a letter grade to each NFC team’s overall offseason moves and choose which move was the team’s best. Powered by WPeMatico
Catching up with … Shaun Phillips
Shaun Phillips helped forge Purdue’s reputation as the “Den of Defensive Ends.” MORE: Chris Kramer | Jim Everett | Tim Stratton | Rodney Carter | Ryan Russell | Mike Phipps…
