List/Grid Monthly Archives: June 2021

49ers thrilled with being able to get fans back this season
The San Francisco 49ers had to become the Arizona 49ers for the final month of last season due to COVID-19 pandemic and health initiatives in the Bay Area. With vaccinations…

Sean Desai has Bears defenders excited as he steps into coordinator role
The Chicago Bears will have a new defensive coordinator for the 2021 season. However, the Bears aren’t having to learn who the new coach is as Sean Desai has been…

Lamar Jackson praises Ravens’ defense, says he’s ‘tired’ of seeing them already
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Patrick Willis, John Taylor named to 49ers Hall of Fame
Five-time first-team All-Pro linebacker Patrick Willis and two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver John Taylor are the latest inductees into the San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame. Willis was one the…

Ronnie Stanley ranked as top-five tackle in NFL by The Touchdown Wire
Ronnie Stanley ranked as top-five tackle in NFL by The Touchdown Wire Powered by WPeMatico

Lane Johnson: Eagles are going to come out swinging
The Eagles finished 4-11-1 last season. They changed coaches and traded their starting quarterback. Only five teams have worse Super Bowl LVI odds. Still, Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson likes…

John Taylor, Patrick Willis are 49ers Hall of Fame inductees
John Taylor and Patrick Willis will be the newest inductees into the San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame. Powered by WPeMatico

49ers to wear 1994 red throwbacks for four home games this season
The 49ers announced Wednesday night they will wear their 1994 red throwback uniforms for four home games this season. The classic uniform becomes the second throwback uniform for the 49ers,…

49ers to debut red 1994 throwback jerseys in home opener
The San Francisco 49ers are breaking out their red 1994 throwback uniforms. Powered by WPeMatico

Allen Robinson mum on contract talks with July 15 deadline quickly approaching
The Bears have until July 15 to complete a long-term deal with Allen Robinson or the star receiver will play 2021 under the $18 million franchise tag. Robinson reiterated Wednesday…

Cardinals to have 6 games vs. top 4 tackles in NFL
Arizona Cardinals pass rusher Chandler Jones will have his hands full against four of the leagues 11 best tackles this year. Powered by WPeMatico

Seahawks Chris Carson ranked only 19th-best RB1 in NFL
Seattle Seahawks starting running back, Chris Carson, ranks in the bottom half of RB1s across the league heading into the 2021 NFL season. Powered by WPeMatico

49ers to wear popular 1994 red throwbacks in four 2021 games
The 49ers will mark their 75th anniversary as a professional franchise with a throwback to their look during much of their last Super Bowl season. Powered by WPeMatico

Cardinals LT D.J. Humphries named one of top OTs in NFL
After having a career year in 2020, Arizona Cardinals tackle D.J. Humphries is recognized as a top-10 tackle in the NFL. See where he ranks! Powered by WPeMatico

‘Kudos to Suh’: Mike Rob praises DT for taking ownership of behavior in Miami
NFL Network’s Michael Robinson reacts to Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ndamukong Suh taking ownership of his behavior with the Miami Dolphins. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile…

Jason Kelce can’t wait to see what Jalen Hurts will do
The Eagles haven’t named Jalen Hurts their starter yet, but all signs point to the second-year quarterback starting for them this season. NBC’s Chris Simms did not rank Hurts in…

Ted Johnson: Stephon Gilmore lit a match with contract tweet
Ted Johnson says Stephon Gilmore’s tweet about not being among the top-paid cornerbacks is a sign of trouble in Foxboro. Powered by WPeMatico

CBSSports names ideal landing spot for former Georgia RB Todd Gurley
CBS Sports names ideal landing spot for Todd Gurley Powered by WPeMatico

Allen Robinson discusses taking reps with Andy Dalton, Justin Fields
Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson discusses taking reps with quarterback Andy Dalton, rookie quarterback Justin Fields. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or on…

Legends Patrick Willis, John Taylor enter 49ers Hall of Fame
Patrick Willis and John Taylor are the 30th and 31st members of the Edward J. DeBartolo Sr. 49ers Hall Of Fame. Powered by WPeMatico

Saints, Ryan Ramczyk agree to five-year, $96M extension
New Orleans Saints and tackle Ryan Ramczyk agree to terms on 5-year, $96M extension. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or on NFL Network Powered…

Michael Robinson reveals his top request for new Titans OC Todd Downing
NFL Network’s Michael Robinson and Marc Ross discuss expectations for the Tennessee Titans in 2021. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or on NFL Network…

49ers offering unique perks at Levi’s Stadium for 2021 season
With Levi’s Stadium returning to full capacity in 2021, the 49ers have some unique benefits in store for The Faithful. Powered by WPeMatico

Zack Baun expecting to make a bigger impact in 2021 after changing positions
The Saints traded up in the third round to take linebacker Zack Baun in 2020. Despite no on-field work last offseason, the team shifted Baun to an off-ball role after…

Fans who ran onto field during Super Bowl LV receive probation, community service
The two fans who ran onto the field during Super Bowl LV agreed to a year of probation, the Tampa Bay Times reports. Yuri Andrade and Douglas Schaffer pleaded no…

Halloween kicks off a scary stretch of games for the Jaguars
The Jaguars have a brutal stretch of four games that begins on Halloween against the Seattle Seahawks. Powered by WPeMatico

Braden Smith could be next right tackle to get contract extension
Ryan Ramczyk got his, agreeing to a five-year, $96 million contract extension with the Saints on Wednesday that makes him the highest-paid right tackle in the league. Braden Smith is…

Former Cowboys WR Ventell Bryant suspended for two games
Former Cowboys wide receiver Ventell Bryant faces a two-game suspension in 2021 for a misdemeanor DUI charge from March of 2020. Powered by WPeMatico

Ranking the AFC West: Interior Offensive Line
Ranking the AFC West: Interior Offensive Line Powered by WPeMatico

Eric Mangini says it’s ‘too late’ for Tebow to transition to tight end
Former NFL coach Eric Mangini doesn’t think Tebow’s odds of making the Jags roster are very high. Powered by WPeMatico

Seahawks waive Tamorrion Terry
The Seahawks waived rookie receiver Tamorrion Terry on Wednesday. That leaves the team with 89 players on its 90-player roster. Terry, 23, signed with the Seahawks as an undrafted free…

Saints salary cap update after Ryan Ramczyk extension
Saints salary cap update after Ryan Ramczyk extension Powered by WPeMatico

Jags’ pass rush viewed as biggest unanswered question
ESPN believes the Jags’ pass rush has a lot of questions to answer, which is fair when looking at how young the group is. Powered by WPeMatico

Panthers release 2021 training camp dates
Training camp is back, for the Carolina Panthers and the rest of the NFL. And, after a year away, it’s back for the fans as well. Powered by WPeMatico

The Cardinals’ 3 supplemental draft picks in their history
The Arizona Cardinals have selected three players in the NFL supplemental draft in 1989, 1990 and then, most recently, in 2019. Powered by WPeMatico

Cowboys putting faith in Tyler Biadasz as their center
The Cowboys drafted Travis Frederick with the 31st overall choice in 2013, and from 2014-2017, the Wisconsin product was one of the best centers in the NFL. Frederick was diagnosed…

Panthers WR Ventell Bryant suspended for first two games of 2021 season
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ventell Bryant has been suspended for the first two games of the 2021 season for violations of the NFL’s Policy and Program on Substances of Abuse….

Ventell Bryant suspended for first two games of 2021
The NFL has suspended Panthers wide receiver Ventell Bryant for the first two games of 2021 for violating the league’s substance-abuse policy. Bryant will be able to participate in all…

Chargers OT Bryan Bulaga ‘very impressed’ with rookie Rashawn Slater
The veteran had high praise for the rookie. Powered by WPeMatico

Ryan Ramczyk: I’m close to being the player I want to be
Ryan Ramczyk‘s remarkable football journey added another chapter on Wednesday when the Saints signed him to a five-year, $90 million contract extension that makes him the highest-paid right tackle in…

Ex-Cowboys pass rusher DeMarcus Ware: Why first 3 games will be ‘telltale’ on Dan Quinn, Dallas D
DeMarcus Ware says it should be evident in the early going whether the Cowboys’ defense is ready to bounce back from a disappointing 2020 campaign. Powered by WPeMatico

PFF projects passing totals for Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert and Tua Tagovailoa
Who throws for more yardage? Powered by WPeMatico

NFL will not hold supplemental draft for 2nd straight year
For the second straight year, there will be no NFL supplemental draft. The Cardinals were the last to select a player in it. Powered by WPeMatico

If Andrew Whitworth retires after this season, the Rams have options at LT
The Rams have been adding young offensive tackles for years, giving them options when it comes to replacing Andrew Whitworth. Powered by WPeMatico

Deciding which Cowboys WR trade was worse, Joey Galloway or Roy Williams
The Cowboys made 3 huge WR trades in the last 20 years; they’re 1 for 3. The wrong failure may be getting more press than the true villian. Powered by…

2021 NFL Preview: Sam Darnold did nothing with the Jets, but the Panthers have a lot of faith in him
Sam Darnold failed with the Jets, but the Panthers are optimistic. Powered by WPeMatico

Billy Turner not acting any different “just because somebody” isn’t with Packers
When offensive lineman Billy Turner signed with the Packers in 2019, he joined a starting lineup that featured center Corey Linsley and right tackle Bryan Bulaga. Neither of those players…

Four of five first-round quarterbacks remain unsigned
Most of the 2021 draft picks have signed their rookie contracts, and many contracts were signed fairly quickly after the seventh round ended. In the first round, 75 percent of…

Opinion: NFL’s declaration that ‘Football is gay’ signals league’s ongoing evolution
The NFL says in an ad that “Football is gay. Football is accepting.” Is it a bold marketing ploy or an authentic reflection of the league’s evolution? Powered by WPeMatico

Tyler Kroft could push Chris Herndon for the starting tight end job with the Jets
Chris Herndon is expected to be the starting tight end for the Jets. Some expect Tyler Kroft to give Herndon a run for his money. Brian Costello of the New…

Cowboys Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, First Lady Jill Biden on COVID-19 vaccine: ‘The game is not over’
Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith joined First Lady Jill Biden to tour a vaccination site and encourage people to protect themselves from the coronavirus. Powered by WPeMatico

Pro Football Focus names Lamar Jackson as 10th-best quarterback in NFL
Pro Football Focus names Lamar Jackson as 10th-best quarterback in NFL Powered by WPeMatico

John Harbaugh named as top-five coach in NFL by CBS Sports
John Harbaugh named as top-five coach in NFL by CBS Sports Powered by WPeMatico

Rams LT Andrew Whitworth heaps high praise on 49ers DE Nick Bosa
Andrew Whitworth told Chris Long on the Green Light podcast that 49ers DE Nick Bosa is one of the best young edge rushers he’s seen. Powered by WPeMatico

Dak Prescott: It’s going to be “very, very special” for us this year
The Cowboys went only 6-10 last season in Mike McCarthy’s first season. It’s easy to dismiss that as an aberration because of Dak Prescott‘s season-ending ankle injury in Week 5….

Samson Ebukam wows teammates with squat workout
Samson Ebukam signed with the 49ers in March and thus hasn’t played a game for his new team yet. Ebukam, though, is impressing his teammates. The outside linebacker has shared…

Is Billy Price a trade candidate for the Bengals?
Should the Cincinnati Bengals move Billy Price? Powered by WPeMatico

Trevor Lawrence predicted to be Jags’ MVP of 2021
NFL.com’s Dan Hanzus believes Jags rookie Trevor Lawrence can become the team’s MVP in 2021. Powered by WPeMatico

LaDainian Tomlinson’s Top 5 edge rushers entering ’21 ‘NFL Total Access’
NFL Network’s LaDainian Tomlinson shares his top five edge rushers entering the 2021 NFL season. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or on NFL Network…

Isaac Bruce: How Matthew Stafford will expand Sean McVay’s offense
Hall of Fame wide receiver Isaac Bruce explains how Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will expand head coach Sean McVay’s offense. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo…

NFL supplemental draft history: Ex-Chargers DT Jamal Williams among best picks ever
The wide-bodied nose tackle was among the very few who had success. Powered by WPeMatico

Browns rookie WR Anthony Schwartz shares advice Randy Moss gave him
Anthony Schwartz getting advice from a Hall of Famer? Yes, please. Powered by WPeMatico

Panthers or Saints: Which team has better QB situation entering ’21?
NFL Network’s Steve Wyche and Michael Robinson debate whether the Carolina Panthers or New Orleans Saints have a better quarterback situation entering the 2021 season. This game is streaming live…

Patrick Mahomes could move into third in team history in passing yards this season
Patrick Mahomes has started for the Chiefs full time only three seasons, having played but one game as a rookie in 2017. Yet, the star quarterback quickly is ascending in…

What effect will Michael Conforto’s injury-plagued season have on his impending free agency? | Baseball Night in NY
On BNNY, Doug Williams asks Steve Gelbs about Conforto’s injury-plagued season, while Andy Martino and Omar Minaya weigh in on how his free agency could look this offseason. Powered by…

Can any team challenge Bucs in NFC South? ‘NFL Total Access’
NFL Network’s LaDainian Tomlinson and Steve Wyche discuss which team can challenge the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC South. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile…

Cardinals to face 5 of NFL’s best centers in 2021
The Arizona Cardinals have the best center in the NFL entering 2021, but will also five top centers on their schedule this year. Powered by WPeMatico

L.T.: Why Cam Newton will play his ‘best football’ in 2021
NFL Network’s Michael Robinson and LaDainian Tomlinson discuss expectations for New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton in 2021. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or…

Football is gay? The NFL, for once, got this right
Carl Nassib’s coming-out announcement was important and historic. The NFL, in a shock to this writer, met the moment with a supportive and powerful video. Powered by WPeMatico

Rodney Harrison reveals how Bill Belichick takes analysts’ criticism
Rodney Harrison revealed how Bill Belichick takes criticism from analysts. Powered by WPeMatico

What would a breakout season for Chiefs LB Willie Gay Jr. look like in 2021?
#Chiefs LB Willie Gay Jr. could be poised for a breakout season, but what exactly will that look like? Powered by WPeMatico

Projecting the Chargers’ edge defender depth chart in 2021
The Los Angeles Chargers’ edge defender group is led by the imposing presence of Joey Bosa. Powered by WPeMatico

Stephon Gilmore tweets a list of highest-paid DBs, which he’s not on
Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore isn’t making any secret of the fact that he wants more money. Gilmore, who has a 2021 base salary of $7 million, posted on Twitter today…

Jaguars addition of Marvin Jones has been overlooked
Jones has flown a bit under the radar since he signed with the Jags. But with 18 touchdowns in the last two years, it won’t stay that way for long….

Two former Packers make list of NFL’s best centers
Former Packers Corey Linsley and J.C. Tretter both made Touchdown Wire’s top NFL centers Powered by WPeMatico

Tim Tebow thanks retiring former teammate Demaryius Thomas
Tebow and Thomas were both drafted in the first round by the Broncos in 2010. Powered by WPeMatico

Top fantasy football offenses to stack in 2021 best ball: Go clearance shopping with the Jets
Matt Harmon continues his look at the best offenses to stack in best-ball leagues this year with a deep dive on the New York Jets, who might offer more appeal…

Stephon Gilmore tweets cryptically about being left off highest-paid corner list
Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore isn’t hiding his displeasure with his current contract situation. Powered by WPeMatico

Zachary Carter has a chance to shine at defensive end in 2021
Florida defensive end Zachary Carter should help the Gators take a step forward if they allow him to just focus on rushing the quarterback. Powered by WPeMatico

Touchdown Wire ranks Brandon Linder as a top-10 center
Linder ranks 10th among centers in the league, per Touchdown Wire’s rankings Powered by WPeMatico

Patriots edge rusher Josh Uche primed for breakout second season?
New England Patriots linebacker Josh Uche had a productive rookie season in 2020, and there are reasons to be optimistic about an even better sophomore campaign. Powered by WPeMatico

CeeDee Lamb is expected to remain Cowboys’ primary punt returner
CeeDee Lamb had 24 of the Cowboys’ 29 punt returns during his rookie season. There is no reason to believe that won’t continue this season despite his importance to the…

Here are the details on Kyle Pitts’ guaranteed rookie contract
Kyle Pitts made the right decision to declare for the NFL draft after the 2020 season. He inked his rookie contract with Atlanta on Tuesday. Powered by WPeMatico

Bengals go surprise route in new 2022 NFL mock draft
A shocker for the Cincinnati Bengals in a new 2022 NFL mock draft. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL supplemental draft: Taking a look at all picks since 1999
The NFL won’t be holding a supplemental draft in 2021. Nonetheless, here is a look back at such picks since 1999. Powered by WPeMatico

Colts approved for full capacity crowds in 2021
All 32 NFL teams have been given the green light to welcome full capacity crowds for home games during the 2021 season. The NFL said late last month that 30…

Greg Olsen: Tight ends as a group are underpaid
Greg Olsen made $69.198 million in his 14-year NFL career, but a $6.5 million base salary in 2018 is the most he ever received in a single season. In a…

Every NFL team now approves full capacity stadiums in 2021
Post-#Colts announcement, the #NFL is fully back: Powered by WPeMatico

Ranking the AFC West: Offensive Tackles
Ranking the AFC West: Offensive Tackles Powered by WPeMatico

Andrew Whitworth hints at Rams’ alternate uniform being a yellow throwback
Andrew Whitworth says the Rams’ alternate uniform is “a throwback to the old Rams unis with the yellow and everything.” Powered by WPeMatico

Pete Carroll comes in at No. 7 in CBS Sports’ 2021 NFL head coach rankings
Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll has landed at No. 7 in CBS Sports’ 2021 NFL head coach rankings. Powered by WPeMatico

Cardinals’ Rodney Hudson named NFL’s top center
Few Arizona Cardinals players have been on offseason lists of top players at different positions. That changes at center, as they have the No. 1 overall player. Powered by WPeMatico

NFL decides not to hold the supplemental draft in 2021
For the second year in a row there will not be a supplemental draft Powered by WPeMatico

Colts allowed full capacity at home games for 2021 season
The Colts have been granted full capacity at home games in 2021. Powered by WPeMatico

Lions G Jonah Jackson: Penei Sewell “acts like a grown man” already
Guard Jonah Jackson stepped into the Lions starting lineup after being selected in the third round of last year’s draft and he remained there for all 16 games of his…

Ndamukong Suh comes clean on role in dividing Dolphins’ locker room
Ndamukong Suh comes clean on role in dividing Dolphins’ locker room Powered by WPeMatico

Watch: Jaylen Waddle showcases speed, agility in recent workout
Watch: Jaylen Waddle showcases speed, agility in recent workout Powered by WPeMatico

Jimbo Fisher: Vikings are “perfect set-up” for Kellen Mond
Before this year’s draft, Texas A&M head coach Jimbo Fisher said that quarterback Kellen Mond “does all of the things you need to judge a first-round player” in a push…

NFL free agent tracker 2021: Keep pace with offseason’s major moves
As NFL free agency rolls on and top players get cut and sign new deals, we’re updating this page with all the latest moves. Powered by WPeMatico

George Kittle wowed by Samson Ekubam’s crazy leg workout
Don’t try this at home. Powered by WPeMatico