List/Grid Monthly Archives: February 2021
Mock Jimmy Garoppolo-Kirk Cousins trade logic defended by Peter King
Peter King caught some flack for this mock trade involving the 49ers last week. Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL Draft: Potential Bears first-round target runs blistering 40-yard dash
The Chicago Bears are headed for a 2021 free agency and draft cycle with a big need at wide receiver that could become even bigger if Allen Robinson isn’t re-signed….
Cowboys Week in Review: Prospects the team covets, QBs who want to be in Dallas
One of the biggest headlines this week included a proclamation by Russell Wilson he has interest in playing for the Dallas Cowboys. While those rumors swirl, quarterback Dak Prescott will…
Former Bears QB Jim McMahon recalls tough practices in 1985 season
Iron sharpens iron. Powered by WPeMatico
Russell Wilson trade destinations, Alex Collins, K.J. Wright and more Seahawks news
We check in with the Seattle Seahawks to see what is going on with the Arizona Cardinals’ division rivals. Powered by WPeMatico
It’s academic! Justin Herbert explains how his love for biology helped him adapt to NFL
SportsPulse: Mike Jones connected with Chargers QB, and rookie of the year, Justin Herbert to discuss how quickly he was able to adapt to the NFL. Herbert revealed his love…
Pro Bowl defensive back and pioneering broadcaster Irv Cross has died
Irv Cross, 81, a former Eagle and broadcaster, has passed away. By: Reuben Frank Powered by WPeMatico
‘Giddy’ McVay, Austin Blythe, coaching changes and other Rams news
We check in with the Los Angeles Rams to see what is new with one of the Arizona Cardinals’ division rivals. Powered by WPeMatico
Former OL coach Pat Flaherty to join Giants in advisory role: report
Former Giants offensive line coach Pat Flaherty is reportedly re-joining the team in an advisory role, according to ESPN’s Dan Graziano. Powered by WPeMatico
Vikings’ QB situation receives good ranking from NFL.com
Quarterback Kirk Cousins helped the Minnesota Vikings garner a good QB rankings from NFL.com recently. Powered by WPeMatico
Broadcasting legend and former Pro Bowler Irv Cross dies at 81
Irv Cross, a former NFL defensive back who became one of the cornerstones of The NFL Today in the 1970s, has died. He was 81. The Eagles announced his passing…
Former NFL player, CBS broadcaster Irv Cross dies at 81
Irv Cross, one of the members of the great THE NFL TODAY studio show, has died at the age of 81. Powered by WPeMatico
Jimmy G’s no-trade clause, Travis Benjamin’s return, River Cracraft and other 49ers news
See what is going on with the Cardinals’ NFC West rival 49ers. Powered by WPeMatico
Tom Brady is still motivated by his pre-draft scouting report
Earlier today, we pointed out that ESPN’s Dean of Draftniks had Tom Brady as a fifth-round pick and the No. 10 overall quarterback in the 2000 draft. Mel Kiper wasn’t…
Raiders select small-school stud in latest CBS Sports mock draft
Raiders select small-school stud in latest CBS Sports mock draft Powered by WPeMatico
Report: Pat Flaherty returning to Giants in advisory role
Former Giants offensive line coach Pat Flaherty is returning to the team this season. Dan Graziano of ESPN reports Flaherty is joining Joe Judge’s staff in an advisory role. Flaherty…
7 free agent RBs Steelers could target to bolster backfield
Should Pittsburgh find the cap room to add a back via free agency, these are some notable pending free-agent running backs. Powered by WPeMatico
Steelers have virtual meeting with speedy Auburn WR Anthony Schwartz
The Steelers look to be adding some speed in the draft. Powered by WPeMatico
Cowboys 2021 Draft Debate: Safeties Ar’Darius Washington vs Trevon Moehrig
Mike Crum and Jeff Cavanaugh debate who’s the better safety prospect for the Dallas Cowboys between Trevon Moehrig and Ar’darius Washington. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL Wire mock draft sends versatile DB prospect to 49ers
TCU DB Trevon Moehrig could fill a number of draft needs for the 49ers if the pick him in the 2021 NFL draft. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL rumors: Bill Belichick ‘does nothing but rave about Cam Newton’
Cam Newton evidently has a big supporter with the Patriots: Head coach Bill Belichick. Powered by WPeMatico
Mel Kiper Jr. compares 2021 NFL Draft quarterback prospect Mac Jones to Tom Brady
Not many college quarterbacks perform well enough to draw Tom Brady comparisons, but that’s exactly what Alabama’s Mac Jones has done after his prolific 2020 campaign. Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL free agency: Curtis Samuel viewed as an intriguing fit for Jags
Gil Brandt points out many reasons why the Jags and Curtis Samuel are a intriguing fit as free agency approaches. Powered by WPeMatico
ESPN reveals ‘daring’ offseason move for Chargers
Would the Los Angeles Chargers benefit from adding the eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback? Powered by WPeMatico
Ranking the top five defensive line prospects in the 2021 NFL Draft
The Patriots aren’t imposing on the defensive line and have some key players there — Adam Butler and Deatrich Wise — set to hit free agency. If they invest a…
Lions show off the deep coaching staff full of former NFL players
The new Lions coaching staff features several former NFL players Powered by WPeMatico
Mel Kiper compares Alabama QB Mac Jones to Tom Brady
ESPN’s Mel Kiper sees some similarities between Tom Brady and Alabama quarterback Mac Jones Powered by WPeMatico
Charlie Weis says Mac Jones has the two most important qualities in a QB
“I don’t want to be one of those people telling them how they are dumbasses if they don’t.” Powered by WPeMatico
Seahawks’ K.J. Wright awarded Male Seattle Sports Star of the Year
Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright was awarded the Male Seattle Sports Star of the Year Award from the Seattle Sports Commission. Powered by WPeMatico
2021 Fantasy Football: Early look at top-10 player rankings
Who doesn’t love early fantasy rankings? Take a look at our top 10 lists for 2021. Powered by WPeMatico
Jacksonville native, former Jag Louis Nix, passes away at age 29
A former Jag and Jacksonville native, Louis Nix, has passed away at the age of 29 after going missing on Wednesday. Powered by WPeMatico
Bears 2021 free agency preview: Will Mario Edwards Jr. return to Chicago?
Mario Edwards Jr. proved to be a solid rotational piece on the Bears’ defensive line. But will that be enough for him to return in 2021? Powered by WPeMatico
Chiefs news roundup — 2/28/2021
Looking back at the last week of news, analysis and updates on Chiefs Wire. Powered by WPeMatico
What should the Dolphins covet in their 2021 backup quarterback?
What should the Dolphins covet in their 2021 backup quarterback? Powered by WPeMatico
2021 Bears Offseason Preview
Hayden Winks analyzes what type of players the Bears are searching for on offense and defense this offseason. (Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports) Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL Offseason Team Previews
Hayden Winks takes a look at every NFL team’s offseason situation and outlook for 2021 ahead of free agency and the NFL Draft. (Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports) Powered by WPeMatico
Brandon Beane added to hype for Bills CB Dane Jackson again
General manager Brandon Beane on Buffalo Bills CB Dane Jackson. Powered by WPeMatico
Reviewing the NFL draft’s No. 27 pick from the last decade
The Baltimore Ravens are set to pick 27th in the 2021 NFL draft. There has been a lot of great players selected there over the last decade. Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL mock draft: Big trade, bigger surprises in top 10
Check out the big trades and even bigger surprise picks in the latest 2021 NFL mock draft from NFL.com’s Charley Casserly Powered by WPeMatico
Sean McVay sees ‘great balance’ of new hires, returning coaches on Rams’ staff
The Rams had a lot of turnover on Sean McVay’s coaching staff this offseason. Powered by WPeMatico
With no owner involvement, Pete Carroll is calling the shots in Seattle
Whether it happens this year or next year, it seems inevitable that Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson officially will ask the Seahawks to trade him. When the official request comes —…
Jets 2021 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Zach Wilson still most popular option at No. 2
After a 2-14 season, the Jets enter 2021 with a brand new head coach and two picks in the first round of the NFL Draft. Powered by WPeMatico
Would Bears WR Allen Robinson play under the franchise tag?
The expectation is that the Bears will slap the franchise tag on WR Allen Robinson, and he hasn’t ruled out demanding a trade. Powered by WPeMatico
When does 2021 NFL Free Agency start?
Wondering when the likes of Dak Prescott and Allen Robinson can sign free agent deals? We’ve got you covered. Powered by WPeMatico
Can Raiders LB Cory Littleton bounce back in 2021?
Can Raiders LB Cory Littleton bounce back in 2021? Powered by WPeMatico
Tua’s take on Alabama’s NFL draft prospects
Tua Tagovailoa says Mac Jones is a “more mobile Tom Brady.” The Dolphins QB breaks down Alabama’s NFL draft prospects, including one he would like to play with. Powered by…
2021 NFL Free Agency: Biggest names on the free agent market
With three weeks to go until NFL Free Agency officially begins, these are some of the biggest names set to hit the market in March. Powered by WPeMatico
Nick Foles still a candidate to be Bears’ starting quarterback
The Bears would love to make a splash this offseason by trading for a franchise quarterback like Deshaun Watson or Russell Wilson. But if they can’t pull that off, the…
NFL Network pinpoints 2 DBs Cowboys considering for 2021 draft
Cowboys reporter Jane Slater spoke to NFL Network about Dallas’ interest in two prospects, Trevon Moehrig & Patrick Surtain. Powered by WPeMatico
Report: J.J. Watt could command $16 million in free agency
DE J.J. Watt reportedly has a high price tag, which may just put every NFC North team, the Vikings included, out of his price range. Powered by WPeMatico
Jets 2021 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Zach Wilson still most popular option at No. 2
After a 2-14 season, the Jets enter 2021 with a brand-new head coach and two picks in the first round of the NFL Draft. Powered by WPeMatico
Eddie Jackson posts picture of Russell Wilson in a Bears uniform
It doesn’t mean anything, but why are we so excited that Eddie Jackson posted a picture of Russell Wilson in a Bears uniform. Powered by WPeMatico
Raiders select UCF FS Richie Grant in latest PFF mock draft
Raiders select UCF FS Richie Grant in latest PFF mock draft Powered by WPeMatico
Rashod Bateman runs a sub-4.4 40-yard dash at EXOS combine
In a normal year, Saturday would have consisted of a slew of 40-yard dash times generated by incoming NFL players at the Scouting Combine. Obviously, this is far from a…
Former Bengals DE Carlos Dunlap could be cut by Seahawks soon
Former Bengals DE Carlos Dunlap could be done with the Seattle Seahawks soon. Powered by WPeMatico
Son of former Packers great loses father’s Super Bowl II ring
The son of a former Packers great is seeking the safe return of his father’s Super Bowl II ring, Scott Venci of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports. Mike Kostelnik is…
Seahawks’ K.J. Wright weighs in on who the NFL’s best linebacker is
He believes not one, but two players have cemented their legacies as the league’s best. Powered by WPeMatico
Kurt Warner questions if 49ers’ Josh Rosen can turn NFL career around
Kurt Warner isn’t sold on Josh Rosen being able to turn his career around with the 49ers. Powered by WPeMatico
Joel McHale isn’t buying into hypothetical scenario of Seahawks trading Russell Wilson
The Seahawks super fan isn’t having it with the Wilson trade rumors. Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL draft: Chargers have had virtual meeting with Syracuse CB Trill Williams
The Chargers had a pre-draft meeting with a versatile defensive back. Powered by WPeMatico
Josh Gordon joins Fan Controlled Football
The NFL won’t let receiver Josh Gordon play. So he has found another league. The chronically-suspended star player, whose most recent conditional reinstatement eventually became yet another indefinite banishment, has…
Raiders select elite defender in latest Touchdown Wire mock draft
Raiders select elite defender in latest Touchdown Wire mock draft Powered by WPeMatico
Former Seahawk Josh Gordon reunited with Johnny Manziel in Fan Controlled Football League
Can’t say we saw this one coming… Powered by WPeMatico
Falcons 2021 potential draft pick profile: QB Zach Wilson
The Falcons could very well draft a quarterback with the No. 4 overall pick, but they don’t need to reach for one with Matt Ryan in place. Powered by WPeMatico
Cardinals among teams to meet with Notre Dame TE Tommy Tremble
The Notre Dame TE caught 19 passes in the 2020 season. Powered by WPeMatico
Brandon Marshall makes his case for Russell Wilson to the Bears
Someone that thinks Chicago would be a good fit for Russell Wilson is former Bears receiver Brandon Marshall. Powered by WPeMatico
K.J. Wright has eye-catching exchange with Seahawks fan on Twitter
Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright had an interesting exchange with a fan on Twitter, one that could raise more than a few eyebrows. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL analysts believe Falcons need to draft for the future
NFL.com’s Nick Shook gave his opinion on what the Falcons should do with their fourth selection and the future of Matt Ryan. Powered by WPeMatico
Pro Football Focus’ new 2021 NFL Mock Draft projects impact WR to Patriots
Pro Football Focus’ latest 2021 NFL Mock Draft projects the Patriots selecting an impact wide receiver with their first round picl. Powered by WPeMatico
Report: Dan Snyder is still not planning to sell the Washington Football Team
It’s been a tumultuous year for Dan Snyder, but a report from Adam Schefter shows that he still has no intentions of selling the team. Powered by WPeMatico
On Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers, a $19 million question lingers
The Steelers want Ben. Ben wants the Steelers. The Steelers need to revise Ben’s contract. Ben is willing to do it. But still it hasn’t been done. Although Steelers president…
Mike Tomlin frustrated Eric Bieniemy can’t get a head-coaching job
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has been speaking out publicly this offseason about his belief that there’s been too little progress toward getting more Black head coaches in the NFL….
3 round 2021 mock draft sees Bills focus on trenches
The Draft Wire three-round 2021 NFL mock draft and the Buffalo Bills | Dillion Radunz. Powered by WPeMatico
ESPN predicts Colts sign Allen Robinson, 49ers sign T.Y. Hilton
Mike Clay made his free agent predictions. Powered by WPeMatico
Schefter: Despite mounting pressure, Dan Snyder has ‘no intent’ to sell
With ongoing legal battles and investigations pending, it’s reasonable to ask if Washington owner Dan Snyder would be looking to sell. Powered by WPeMatico
Four of seven new coaches had only one interview in the 2021 cycle
Seven teams, nearly a full fourth of the league, changed coaches during or after the 2020 season. Those seven teams requested a total of 58 interviews. Rob Maaddi of the…
Colts’ 2021 free agency target: WR Marvin Jones
Previewing Marvin Jones as a fit for the Colts. Powered by WPeMatico
Cowboys News: Vander Esch on blast, WR talent unquestioned
What’s in store for the linebackers corps? What needs to be added to the wide receiver group? Prescott’s deal to be short and sweet? Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL draft film room: Northwestern OT Rashawn Slater
See for yourself what Northwestern offensive tackle Rashawn Slater brings to the table as a 2021 NFL draft prospect Powered by WPeMatico
Watch: The best plays from Tua Tagovailoa’s rookie season
Watch: The best plays from Tua Tagovailoa’s rookie season Powered by WPeMatico
Joe Burrow noticed Richard Sherman saying he wasn’t 2020 draft’s top QB
The Joe Burrow vs. Justin Herbert debate just keeps heating up. Powered by WPeMatico
Lions rank 4th in dead salary cap money for 2021
Almost all of the Lions dead cap comes from Matthew Stafford’s trade Powered by WPeMatico
Seahawks may not be willing to keep Carlos Dunlap on his current contract
When the Seahawks traded for defensive end Carlos Dunlap last season, he agreed to adjust his contract, taking a pay cut of about $3 million for the remainder of the…
Broncos just released an ideal Bengals free-agent target
The Cincinnati Bengals could get a roster upgrade in free agency thanks to the Denver Broncos. Powered by WPeMatico
Report: One in Dolphins’ upper management supports active free agency
Report: One in Dolphins’ upper management supports active free agency Powered by WPeMatico
Packers meet virtually with Notre Dame TE Tommy Tremble
The Packers held a virtual pre-draft meeting with Notre Dame TE Tommy Tremble. Powered by WPeMatico
Titans’ Will Compton the latest to lobby for J.J. Watt
Matt Overton and Taylor Lewan have also done their part to recruit J.J. Watt. Powered by WPeMatico
Bud Dupree responds to tweet saying Titans fans want to sign him
Dupree totaled 8 sacks in just 11 games in 2020. Powered by WPeMatico
Morning mock draft: Bills take edge Joseph Ossai via NFL.com
Buffalo Bills pick EDGE Joseph Ossai in NFL.com 2021 NFL Draft mock. Powered by WPeMatico
Rams 2021 free agency preview: Derek Rivers to stick around for another year?
Will the Rams bring back Derek Rivers after claiming him off waivers last year? Powered by WPeMatico
Jets Free Agent Profile: What to do with TE Daniel Brown?
Jets Wire breaks down whether or not New York should re-sign impending free agent and tight end Daniel Brown. Powered by WPeMatico
Calling BS on a Wilson-Seahawks divorce
Is Seattle heading toward a divorce with their franchise passer? Matt Harmon looks at that and more from the rumor mill. Powered by WPeMatico
Deshaun Watson would lose up to $20.2 million if he sits out the 2021 season
If, as it appears, quarterback Deshaun Watson will never play for the Texans again and if, as it appears, the Texans won’t trade Watson, the stage will be set for…
Deshaun Watson would lose up to $20.2 million if he sits out the 2021 season
If, as it appears, quarterback Deshaun Watson will never play for the Texans again and if, as it appears, the Texans won’t trade Watson, the stage will be set for…
2021 NFL Offseason Team Previews
Hayden Winks takes a look at every NFL team’s offseason situation and outlook for 2021 ahead of free agency and the NFL Draft. (Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports) Powered by WPeMatico
Podcast: Discussions on Urban Meyer, free agency, and more with former Jags DB Will Blackmon
The Jags Wire sat down with former Jags DB Will Blackmon who had some interesting takes on the team’s outlook. Powered by WPeMatico
Podcast: Discussions on Urban Meyer, free agency, and more with former Jags DB Will Blackmon
The Jags Wire sat down with former Jags DB Will Blackmon who had some interesting takes on the team’s outlook. Powered by WPeMatico
2021 NFL Free Agency: Biggest names on the free agent market
With three weeks to go until NFL Free Agency officially begins, these are some of the biggest names set to hit the market in March. Powered by WPeMatico
Terrell Davis, DeAngelo Hall’s free agency bold predictions
NFL Network’s Terrell Davis and DeAngelo Hall share their free agency bold predictions. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or on NFL Network Powered by…
