List/Grid Monthly Archives: May 2020

NFL Power Rankings: 49ers at No. 4 before 2020 season, Peter King says
There are two reasons Peter King ranks the Saints ahead of the 49ers. Powered by WPeMatico

The Rush: With no sports to stick to, athletes mobilize over murder of George Floyd
WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE to see today’s piping-hot, fresh-outta-the-oven episode of THE RUSH with Jared Quay! We’ll let you know everything you didn’t know you needed to know about sports….

Former USC WR asks ex-LAPD attorney to take him out of her profile picture after trigger-happy tweets
Michael Pittman Jr. wasn’t happy his face was on tweets calling for the shooting of protesters in the wake of George Floyd’s death. Powered by WPeMatico

Auden Tate, other NFL players help clean up Tampa after protests
NFL players aren’t just speaking out. They’re also helping out. Three NFL players who live in Tampa in the offseason but do not play for the Buccaneers helped cleanup efforts…

E2E: Scheduled – NFL Unified Sanity (243, scenario #0)(Test)
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Joe Staley, 49ers give virtual graduation ceremony to class of 2020
Joe Staley sent the perfect message to the graduating class of 2020. Powered by WPeMatico

EA Sports pauses scheduled preview of Madden NFL 2021: ‘This is bigger than a game’
EA Sports will not unveil Madden NFL 2021 cover on Monday due to the ongoing social protests following the death of George Floyd. Powered by WPeMatico

Emotional Nick Foles opens up on George Floyd death
Former Eagles quarterback Nick Foles on Sunday night opened up about the death of George Floyd. By Reuben Frank Powered by WPeMatico

49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo facing ‘prove-it time,’ ESPN analyst believes
Is Jimmy Garoppolo the 49ers’ quarterback of the future? We might find out after the 2020 season. Powered by WPeMatico

Behind the scenes of the Patriots’ virtual 2020 NFL Draft
Check out this cool behind-the-scenes video of the New England Patriots’ virtual 2020 NFL Draft. Powered by WPeMatico

Justin Herbert’s odds to win Offensive Rookie of the Year
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is the favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year… Powered by WPeMatico

Why 49ers might trade Dee Ford to make room for George Kittle extension
George Kittle’s potential record-breaking extension could force the 49ers’ front office to make some difficult decisions. Powered by WPeMatico

EA Sports pauses Madden celebration amid unrest
Madden 21 was expected to announce Lamar Jackson as the cover athlete on Monday, but has indefinitely delayed it. Powered by WPeMatico

Another Sunday PFT mailbag
It’s becoming harder and harder to separate sports from real life, but that’s OK. Sometimes we shouldn’t be looking for an “escape” from day-to-day struggles. Sometimes we should face the…

Ron Rivera explains that working with Terry McLaurin has been a ‘treat’ thus far
Ron Rivera raved about the second-year wide receiver in an interview with FS1’s Jay Glazer this weekend. Powered by WPeMatico

DeSean Jackson: Players should wear microphones if stadiums are empty
If the NFL has to play some games in empty stadiums this season, Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson thinks the league should take advantage of the audio responsibilities. Eagles offensive…

49ers’ George Kittle projected to have second-most yards by tight ends
Will George Kittle lead all tight ends in receiving yards this season? According to PFF, he’ll be No. 2. Powered by WPeMatico

Did fear of Aaron Rodgers lead Bears to vote down change to onside kick rule?
Did the Bears vote down the proposed change to the onside kick rule because they’re afraid of Aaron Rodgers? Powered by WPeMatico

Expectations continue to be high for Bears running back David Montgomery
Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery was dubbed a Year 2 breakout candidate by NFL.com. Powered by WPeMatico

Bears’ quarterback depth chart ranked near bottom of NFL
Despite adding Nick Foles this offseason, the Bears’ quarterback depth chart recently ranked near the bottom of the NFL. Powered by WPeMatico

Taylor Lewan has funny take on Titans choosing Ryan Tannehill over Tom Brady
Tennessee Titans offensive lineman Taylor Lewan shared his thoughts on the team signing Ryan Tannehill instead of Tom Brady while taking some funny shots at the former New England Patriots…

Why one analyst thinks a DJ Moore-like role would be perfect for Antonio Gibson on the Redskins
What will Antonio Gibson’s role look like with the Redskins? No one’s exactly sure. But NBC Sports’ Josh Norris thinks DJ Moore of the Panthers may be the blueprint Washington…

Chandler Jones graduates from Syracuse
Cardinals defensive end Chandler Jones has made more than $60 million in his NFL career, he’s earned a Super Bowl ring and been to three Pro Bowls, but this offseason…

George Kittle is right to seek something more than tight end money
The 49ers and tight end George Kittle aren’t close on a new deal because Kittle and his agent want the player to be paid as something more than a tight…

10 Eagles observations, including the greatness of Reggie White
A wild Nick Foles stat that has nothing to do with the Super Bowl, the miracle of the A.J. Feeley trade, the greatness of Reggie White and the bizarre career…

Ravens expect rookie LBs Patrick Queen and Malik Harrison to play a lot this year
The Ravens had one of the league’s top defenses last year and a pair of rookie linebackers are set to play a big role in their attempt to do so…

‘Hypocrite’: NFL’s Roger Goodell Slammed For Statement On George Floyd Protests
“Colin Kaepernick asked the NFL to care about the lives of black people and they banned him from their platform,” one sports writer tweeted. Powered by WPeMatico

Patriots Talk Podcast: Patriots Opposing Views – Perspectives from around the NFL
Tom Curran and Phil Perry go around the NFL to get perspectives on where the rest of the league stands and what opponents think about the current state of the…

Bears G.M. Ryan Pace addresses efforts to turn the page on difficult 2019
The Bears outperformed expectations in 2018. In 2019, they underperformed. As they prepare to attempt to turn things around in 2020, G.M. Ryan Pace joined the PFTPM podcast for an…

E2E: Scheduled – NFL Unified Sanity (234, scenario #0)(Test)
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Daniel Brunskill readying to compete for starting right guard job
Daniel Brunskill started games at right tackle, left tackle and right guard last season. He also got some work at center in practice. Now, with the release of right guard…

NFL Rumors: Eagles’ Lane Johnson gives his take on possible LeSean McCoy reunion
LeSean McCoy wants to return to Philly for one last season, but do the players want him here? By Adam Hermann Powered by WPeMatico

Deshaun Watson upbeat about his contract outlook
The Texans exercised the fifth-year option on Deshaun Watson’s contract for 2021. It will pay him $17.3 million. Both he and the Texans want a long-term deal for the quarterback….

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Mike Rob: Godwin will outperform Julio, Michael Thomas in ’20
NFL Network’s Mike Robinson explains why Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin will outperform Julio Jones and Michael Thomas in 2020. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo…

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Jake Butt is healthy again, but still faces a challenge
For a change, Jake Butt is glad to be unable to go to the Broncos facility to work out. Since that abiility is limited to players recovering from injuries and…

Jake Butt is healthy again, but still faces a challenge
For a change, Jake Butt is glad to be unable to go to the Broncos facility to work out. Since that abiility is limited to players recovering from injuries and…

Joe Burrow the favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is the favorite to win the Offensive Rookie of the Year award. Burrow’s odds are listed at +240 at MGM. If Burrow wins the award, it…

Joe Burrow the favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is the favorite to win the Offensive Rookie of the Year award. Burrow’s odds are listed at +240 at MGM. If Burrow wins the award, it…

How Raiders’ Nick Kwiatkoski showed his value with Bears last season
An eight-game stretch last season allowed Nick Kwiatkoski to show his motor and skills. Powered by WPeMatico

How Raiders’ Nick Kwiatkoski showed his value with Bears last season
An eight-game stretch last season allowed Nick Kwiatkoski to show his motor and skills. Powered by WPeMatico

Eric Reid, Torrey Smith react very differently to 49ers’ $1M donation
Jed York’s donation Saturday night generated different reactions from two former 49ers. Powered by WPeMatico

Eric Reid, Torrey Smith react very differently to 49ers’ $1M donation
Jed York’s donation Saturday night generated different reactions from two former 49ers. Powered by WPeMatico

49ers’ Jed York donates $1M to local, national organizations for change
“People throughout our country are hurting. Emotions are raw, and rightfully so.” Powered by WPeMatico

Former 49ers All-Pro Aldon Smith discusses winding journey back to NFL
Aldon Smith had to find himself during his multiple seasons away from the NFL Powered by WPeMatico

E2E: Scheduled – NFL Unified Sanity (238, scenario #0)(Test)
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NFL’s Goodell releases statement saying league is “greatly saddened” by killings of black people in the U.S.
SHOWS: INTERNET (MAY 30, 2020) (STIL IMAGES-MUTE) (SOCIAL MEDIA WEBSITE – ACCESS ALL) 1. STILL IMAGE OF NFL’S TWITTER PAGE SHOWING STATEMENT ON RECENT KILLINGS OF GEORGE FLOYD AND OTHER…

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell releases statement on death of George Floyd
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said “there remains an urgent need for action” to combat racial inequality in a statement on the tragic passing of George Floyd. Powered by WPeMatico

Russell Wilson is the NFL’s highest paid QB, so why isn’t he on Forbes’ list?
How does the highest-paid quarterback in the league not make the list? Powered by WPeMatico

What Roger Goodell said about death of George Floyd, protests
“The NFL family is greatly saddened by the tragic events across our country,” he wrote in a statement on Saturday. Powered by WPeMatico

Vikings should sign Colin Kaepernick to contract, ex-NFL exec believes
Colin Kaepernick deserves another shot in the NFL, but it cannot be a PR move. Powered by WPeMatico

Arik Armstead among Forbes’ highest paid athletes, but there’s a catch
Armstead’s contract is a little more confusing than most. Powered by WPeMatico

Goodell: NFL is greatly saddened by the tragic events across our country
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement on Saturday responding to the protests across the country in response to the killing of George Floyd at the hands of a police…

Dolphins’ Kyle Van Noy bristles at Patriots comparisons: ‘We’re our own team’
Miami is looking like “Foxboro South” after adding several ex-Patriots players this offseason, but Kyle Van Noy is tired of the comparisons to his former team. Powered by WPeMatico

Pro Football Hall of Famer Floyd Little fighting cancer
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Pro Football Hall of Famer Floyd Little, who starred in the NFL for the Denver Broncos, has been diagnosed with cancer, according to a former Syracuse…

Colin Kaepernick helps start defense fund for people arrested protesting George Floyd death
Colin Kaepernick has helped start a fund to provide defense lawyers for those arrested in Minneapolis protesting the police killing of George Floyd. Powered by WPeMatico

Eagles’ Lane Johnson, DeSean Jackson hoping for a LeSean McCoy return
With reports that the Eagles would consider bringing running back LeSean McCoy back to Philadelphia, a couple of current Eagles are hoping to see it. Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson…

Examining 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo’s case as NFC West’s most clutch
Is Jimmy G the most clutch quarterback in the NFC West? Powered by WPeMatico

NFL responds to Joe Lockhart’s column on Colin Kaepernick
Former NFL spokesman Joe Lockhart has written a column in which he admits that a team should have signed Colin Kaepernick in 2017 and urging the Vikings to do so…

Devin McCourty, wife share heartbreaking news of daughter’s death
Patriots safety Devin McCourty and his wife, Michelle, endured every parent’s worst nightmare last weekend. Powered by WPeMatico

Leadership lessons Ryan Pace learned from time with Sean Payton, Saints
From Katrina to coronavirus, Pace has experience leading a team through a crisis. Powered by WPeMatico

Tom Brady gives inspiring commencement address for Forman School in Connecticut
Former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady gave a motivational commencement address to students at the Forman School in Litchfield, Conn. on Saturday. Powered by WPeMatico

Roosevelt Taylor, 82, safety on Bears’ 1963 title team, dies
Roosevelt Taylor, a star safety on the Chicago Bears’ 1963 NFL championship team, has died. An All-Pro in 1963 when the Bears won the title, Taylor played his first nine…

NFL Rumors: Cam Newton, Patriots had discussions in free agency
The Patriots currently are sticking with Jarrett Stidham as their quarterback, but they reportedly checked in with Cam Newton earlier this offseason. Powered by WPeMatico

Former NFL spokesman Joe Lockhart: Vikings should sign Colin Kaepernick
Former White House press secretary Joe Lockhart served as the NFL’s primary spokesperson during the anthem controversy in 2017. He has become the first current or former league executive to…

Nick Foles’ familiarity with Bears coaches, system important to Ryan Pace
Ryan Pace appeared on “PFT PM” and elaborated on several of the reasons the Bears decided to trade for Nick Foles. Powered by WPeMatico

The fight for justice and equality needs all of us
If racism and police brutality are ever going to be eradicated in this country, it can’t be only black Americans who are outraged by such tragedies. Powered by WPeMatico

Tom Brady, ex-Patriots teammates, coaches react to George Floyd murder
Tom Brady joined several former and current Patriots taking to social media to call for justice in the wake of George Floyd’s murder at the hands of police. Powered by…

There’s one word to describe new offensive coordinator Scott Turner’s offense in 2020
Scott Turner wants his offense in 2020 to be as “unpredictable as possible.” Powered by WPeMatico

George Kittle’s receiving, blocking mastery for 49ers shown by one stat
The 49ers star has been, in PFF’s estimation, one of just two tight ends since 2018 to rank among the best in receiving and run-blocking. Powered by WPeMatico

Ever Wonder: Why can’t the Eagles wear kelly green?
In our latest installment of Ever Wonder, we’re taking a look at one of the most puzzling questions for all Eagles fans. By Dave Zangaro Powered by WPeMatico

Are Patriots’ RBs the best position group in entire NFL? Ex-NFL GM thinks so
Former NFL general manager Mike Tannenbaum dropped a pretty forceful take about the Patriots’ running back group. Powered by WPeMatico

Is Dallas Goedert the Eagles’ most underrated player?
Dallas Goedert was named the Eagles’ most underrated player by ProFootballFocus, but is he? By Dave Zangaro Powered by WPeMatico

Seven classic Super Bowls coming to NBCSN, NBC this week
As we wait for live sports to return, why not enjoy some of the best live sports from days gone by? You’ll get to do that this week on NBCSN…

Lane Taylor takes pay cut to stay with Packers
After missing most of the 2019 season with a torn biceps, Packers guard Lane Taylor has agreed to a pay cut in 2020. Taylor will get a $100,000 signing bonus…

Jack Del Rio: Sky’s the limit on what Chase Young can do in Washington
Washington defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio says rookie pass rusher Chase Young has infinite potential. Young, the second overall pick who was viewed by many as the most talented football…

Jack Del Rio: Sky’s the limit on what Chase Young can do in Washington
Washington defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio says rookie pass rusher Chase Young has infinite potential. Young, the second overall pick who was viewed by many as the most talented football…

49ers, George Kittle not close to new contract
San Francisco tight end George Kittle is heading into the final year of his rookie contract, and he and the 49ers are far apart in negotiations for a new deal….

49ers, George Kittle not close to new contract
San Francisco tight end George Kittle is heading into the final year of his rookie contract, and he and the 49ers are far apart in negotiations for a new deal….

49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo absorbs Joe Montana’s wisdom about winning
When it comes to knowing the secrets to victory, Joe Montana is a pretty good source of advice. Powered by WPeMatico

49ers’ Jimmy Garoppolo absorbs Joe Montana’s wisdom about winning
When it comes to knowing the secrets to victory, Joe Montana is a pretty good source of advice. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL rumors: George Kittle, 49ers ‘not close at all’ on new contract
George Kittle is the best tight end in the NFL. He just doesn’t want to be paid like it. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL rumors: George Kittle, 49ers ‘not close at all’ on new contract
George Kittle is the best tight end in the NFL. He just doesn’t want to be paid like it. Powered by WPeMatico

Patriots Talk Podcast: Patriots Opposing Views – Perspectives from around the NFL
Tom Curran and Phil Perry go around the NFL to get perspectives on where the rest of the league stands and what opponents think about the current state of the…

Bears G.M. Ryan Pace addresses efforts to turn the page on difficult 2019
The Bears outperformed expectations in 2018. In 2019, they underperformed. As they prepare to attempt to turn things around in 2020, G.M. Ryan Pace joined the PFTPM podcast for an…

E2E: Scheduled – NFL Unified Sanity (234, scenario #0)(Test)
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Daniel Brunskill readying to compete for starting right guard job
Daniel Brunskill started games at right tackle, left tackle and right guard last season. He also got some work at center in practice. Now, with the release of right guard…

NFL Rumors: Eagles’ Lane Johnson gives his take on possible LeSean McCoy reunion
LeSean McCoy wants to return to Philly for one last season, but do the players want him here? By Adam Hermann Powered by WPeMatico

Deshaun Watson upbeat about his contract outlook
The Texans exercised the fifth-year option on Deshaun Watson’s contract for 2021. It will pay him $17.3 million. Both he and the Texans want a long-term deal for the quarterback….

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Mike Rob: Godwin will outperform Julio, Michael Thomas in ’20
NFL Network’s Mike Robinson explains why Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin will outperform Julio Jones and Michael Thomas in 2020. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo…

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O’Hara: ‘Pressure is on’ Sam Darnold to live up to hype in 2020
NFL Network’s Shaun O’Hara believes the “pressure is on” New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold to live up to hype in 2020. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo…

Silver: 49ers ‘not close at all’ to striking new deal with Kittle
NFL Network’s Mike Silver does not think the San Francisco 49ers are close to striking new deal with tight end George Kittle. Powered by WPeMatico

Tom Brady Checks In As The 21st Highest-Paid Athlete In The World
Tom Brady is the 4th highest-paid player in the NFL, and is actually the 4th highest-paid quarterback as well. Powered by WPeMatico

PFF: Why Kittle earned highest TE grade ever in 2019
See why Pro Football Focus gave San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle their highest grade ever for a TE in a single season in 2019. This game is streaming…