Former Super Bowl champ reveals which QB, HC duo are on hot seat
The Miami Dolphins are coming off another frustrating season after failing to make the playoffs in 2024. That is nothing new for a franchise that has only advanced to the postseason twice in the last five years since QB Tua Tagovailoa joined the team as the 2020 draft’s fifth pick.
Chargers all-time great takes big step toward returning to team
Allen is meeting with the Chargers Friday, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport report. Mutual interest exists here, as Jim Harbaugh did not slam the door on an Allen comeback in April. After longtime Allen sidekick Mike Williams retired before his second Bolts stint was to begin, a veteran opening
Report reveals if Commanders intend to trade WR Terry McLaurin
In the absence of progress at the negotiating table, Terry McLaurin went public with a trade request on Thursday. The chances of the Commanders dealing him away have long been viewed as low, and that remains the case at this point. A number of teams inquired with Washington about McLaurin prior
Cardinals HC has major request for QB Kyler Murray
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray recently revealed that he’s just now feeling “back to where [he] was before” he suffered a serious knee injury in December 2022 that left him needing ACL surgery and some meniscus repair. During a chat with Sports Illustrated’s Gilberto Manzano in an article published on Friday, Cardinals head coach
Has Kenny Pickett already lost Browns’ starting QB job?
It seemed as if, as of July 28, Kenny Pickett going down with a worrisome hamstring injury essentially guaranteed that veteran Joe Flacco will be the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7. However, according to an update shared by Browns reporter Mary Kay Cabot
D.C. Council is due to vote on Commanders stadium deal today
For the Commanders, August 1 is better late than never. The team wanted the D.C. Council to approve the deal between the team and Mayor Muriel Bowser for a new facility at the site of RFK Stadium by July 15. After the deadline passed, it appeared that the situation could
One player from each NFC team who deserves Hall of Fame call
Let the (preseason) games begin. With the Detroit Lions-Los Angeles Chargers Pro Football Hall of Fame Game already kicking off 2025 action, Yardbarker NFL writers mulled a player — past or present — on each NFC team who merits enshrinement in Canton. NFC East DALLAS COWBOYS | QB Don Meredith
The updated Deion Sanders Hall of Fame “upper room”
The answer to the overcrowding of the Hall of Fame isn’t to raise the bar on the fly. It’s to build an upper room. Changes to the voting process, spurred by concerns that too many get in, resulted in a lighter-than-usual class of four new members in 2025. It’s the
What Brock Purdy did wrong during 49ers’ doomed 2024 season
Some members of the NFL community said back in May that the San Francisco 49ers overpaid to make quarterback Brock Purdy happy when they signed him to a five-year, $265M contract extension that included $181M in guarantees and a no-trade clause. Critics of the deal pointed out that Purdy wasn’t able
Bryce Young, Panthers starters will play in first two preseason games
Panthers quarterback Bryce Young won’t have to wait long for his first taste of game action this year. Head coach Dave Canales said at training camp on Friday that Young will play in each of the team’s first two preseason games. Canales said that will also be the case for
Cowboys Add T Geron Christian After Today’s Workout
Though, earlier today, it seemed as if La’el Collins was the victor of a two-man audition with Geron Christian today in Dallas, it appears both players will get a chance with the team in training camp. Following today’s announcement that Collins would be reuniting with the team that signed him
Shane Lemieux to sign with Saints
Veteran guard Shane Lemieux will be back with the Saints for the 2025 season. Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports that Lemieux will sign a new contract with the team after playing with them last year. Lemieux played in seven games and made four starts for New Orleans. He spent
Tyreek Hill reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s fiery comments
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa generated headlines when he said early into training camp that wide receiver Tyreek Hill needs to “build everything up again” regarding his relationships with his teammates following an interesting end to the 2024 campaign. On Friday, Hill responded to Tagovailoa’s comments. “I think Tua’s comments were needed,” Hill
Colts bring back CB Chris Lammons, cut CB Corey Ballentine
Cornerback Chris Lammons is back with the Colts, and cornerback Corey Ballentine is out. The Colts announced today that they have signed Lammons and released Ballentine. Lammons first signed with the Colts as a free agent in 2023 and was on the team in 2024 as well. Shortly after he
D.C. Council Advances Commanders’ Stadium Deal To Next Step
The regular season has not yet commenced, yet the Commanders are coming into the year with one victory under their belt. Though it’s faced severe challenges ever since it’s conception, the team’s RFK Stadium Bill passed 9-3 in a vote by the D.C. Council, as first reported by ESPN’s John
Kenny Pickett returns to Browns practice, limited to individual drills
Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett returned to practice today after missing the last five days with a hamstring injury. Pickett was limited to individual drills and did not participate in the team portion of the practice. Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said after practice that he does not know when Pickett
Giants HC, GM should view John Mara’s comments as a warning shot
The New York Giants were officially formed on Aug. 1, 1925, which is why the 2024 season was seen at this time last year as a milestone campaign for the organization. During a recent chat with Tom Rock of Newsday, Giants co-owner John Mara suggested he wouldn’t be holding any
Spencer Rattler: I feel like I’ve been the best QB in camp
Saints head coach Kellen Moore has not set a timeline for making a choice about the team’s starting quarterback for Week 1, but one of the players in the mix seems to like his chances. Spencer Rattler made six starts as a rookie last season and he thinks being “in
NFL Minor Transactions: 8/1/25
Here are the first minor NFL moves in August: Arizona Cardinals Atlanta Falcons Buffalo Bills Cleveland Browns Denver Broncos Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Kansas City Chiefs Miami Dolphins Minnesota Vikings Philadelphia Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers Tampa Bay Buccaneers Washington Commanders This content was brought to you by: Pro
ESPN, NFL reach agreement on massive media NFL Media deal
It was on. Then it was off. Then it was on. Then it was off. Now, it’s reportedly done. Via Andrew Marchand of TheAthletic.com, ESPN and the NFL have reached agreement on a media deal that will give ESPN control of much of NFL Media and will give the NFL
Jerry Jones is getting what he wants with Micah Parsons drama
Do not let any of the noise and drama fool you. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is getting exactly what he wants with the Micah Parsons contract negotiation, even as it reached a boiling point on Friday with the star edge-rusher declaring a public trade demand. It’s the perfect storm
D.C. Council advances Commanders stadium deal
It’s not done yet, but it’s getting there. On Friday, D.C. Council voted to advance the Commanders stadium deal to a second reading, followed by a vote. The vote is set for September 17. If it passes, the stadium moves to Mayor Muriel Bowser for final approval. Which she will
Texans Sign DT Marlon Davidson; Place Rookie DT On IR
An injury to seventh-round rookie defensive tackle Kyonte Hamilton led to a successful surgery today, and the Texans already found his replacement, signing veteran defensive tackle Marlon Davidson, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2. With Hamilton hitting injured reserve after the surgery, Davidson’s spot on the roster was earned after
Keenan Allen visits with Chargers
Wide receiver Keenan Allen and the Chargers could be headed for a reunion. NFL Media reports that Allen is visiting the Chargers on Friday and that there is mutual interest in having Allen return to the team that drafted him in the third round of the 2013 draft. Allen spent
Tyreek Hill calls for teammate to be benched in certain situations
Tyreek Hill was just trying to be a good teammate, but his Miami Dolphins colleague didn’t care for the message. On Friday, Hill gave a meaty performance during his media availability, broaching subjects from his mastery of the offense this year to saying he agreed with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa that
Todd Bowles: Mike Evans looks like he’s found the fountain of youth
Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans said this week that he feels ready to “put on a great show” during his 12th season with the team and his work in camp has convinced one important observer that he’ll prove to be good to his word. Head coach Todd Bowles said on
Commanders Do Not Intend To Trade WR Terry McLaurin
In the absence of progress at the negotiating table, Terry McLaurin went public with a trade request on Thursday. The chances of the Commanders dealing him away have long been viewed as low, and that remains the case at this point. A number of teams inquired with Washington about McLaurin prior to
Cowboys agree to terms with OL La’el Collins
Before his workout with the Cowboys, La’el Collins told Dak Prescott’s kids that he was going to “protect your daddy.” The Cowboys quarterback said Thursday that he hoped Collins would “kill” his tryout. Collins indeed will reunite with the team that signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2015.
‘Most likely scenario’ for Terry McLaurin revealed
A recent report indicated that teams potentially interested in acquiring Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin learned that the club is “not trading” him before the 2025 season begins. The 29-year-old, who is in the final year of his current contract, may have responded to this news by requesting a trade on
Who should be calling the Cowboys about Micah Parsons?
Linebacker Micah Parsons has requested a trade from the Cowboys. They’ll likely say no. But what if they say yes? More accurately, what if another team makes them an offer they won’t refuse? They’ll get calls. And the overriding question is whether a new team would give up a pair
49ers Did Not Offer Charvarius Ward Extension; Latest On Colts’ CB Corps
Charvarius Ward landed on his feet in free agency, joining a few third-contract-seeking cornerbacks in collecting a nice payday on Day 1 of the legal tampering period. That market settled in between $16-$18MM per year, and Ward landed a deal on the high end of that range by signing with
Xavier Worthy returned to practice Friday after equilibrium problem
Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy returned to practice Friday. Worthy missed Wednesday’s practice with concussion-like symptoms that landed him in concussion protocol. Further testing, though, revealed something else. “It ended up not being a concussion,” Chiefs coach Andy Reid said, via John Dixon of arrowheadpride.com. ”He had a little liquid in
The ‘Active NFL tight end TD leaders’ quiz
The Cincinnati Bengals already have a two-headed monster at wide receiver with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Now, they should have a similar dynamic duo at tight end. The Bengals signed former first-round NFL Draft selection Noah Fant, who caught 48 passes for 500 yards and two touchdowns in 14
Browns claim OT Sebastian Gutierrez off waivers
The Browns have claimed offensive tackle Sebastian Gutierrez off waivers, the team announced Friday. The 49ers cut him Thursday. Gutierrez officially is in his first NFL season out of Minot State. The Broncos signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2022 and also has spent time with the Patriots,
Cowboys To Bring Back T La’el Collins
After meeting with La’el Collins, the Cowboys have a deal in place. Although the Micah Parsons news will overshadow anything Cowboys today (and for the foreseeable future), the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s Nick Harris reports they have a deal in place with Collins. This deal may not be final yet, per
Bengals finalize Paycor Stadium lease agreement with Hamilton County
The Bengals’ new lease for Paycor Stadium is officially in place. The team announced that they have finalized their agreement with Hamilton County on Friday. The agreement runs through 2036 with 10 additional option years and calls for $470 million in funding for renovations to the stadium. “We are glad
Has Kenny Pickett already lost Browns’ starting QB job to Joe Flacco?
It seemed as if, as of July 28, Kenny Pickett going down with a worrisome hamstring injury essentially guaranteed that veteran Joe Flacco will be the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7. However, according to an update shared by Browns reporter Mary Kay Cabot
Anthony Richardson cuts out Skittles: I need to be more of a pro with my eating
Tom Brady attributed his ability to play well into his 40s in part to following a strict diet. Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson says he has come to realize he needs to do the same. Richardson said this week that he he recognized that the high-sugar diet he was eating was
Chargers, Keenan Allen Discussing Reunion
August 1st, 2025 at 3:12pm CST by Sam Robinson The second-leading receiver in Chargers history is discussing a reunion with his initial NFL team. Keenan Allen said this past winter he would aim for either a Bears re-signing or a return to California. The latter option appears in play. Allen
Cowboys players show support for Micah Parsons on social media
Several Cowboys players are making it clear that they’re standing behind defensive end Micah Parsons in his ongoing contract squabble with the team. Parsons asked to be traded on Friday in the latest and biggest salvo in that stalemate and his teammates took to social media to show their support
Troubling report surfaces on Patriots’ first-round rookie
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye might not feel comfortable with his blindside protection early in the upcoming season. Following troubles at left tackle in 2024, the Patriots invested in the position by drafting LSU standout Will Campbell with the No. 4 pick in April’s draft. Per Chad Graff of The
Steelers sign DL Kyler Baugh
The Steelers kicked off August by adding a defensive lineman. The team announced the signing of Kyler Baugh on Friday. Defensive lineman Jacob Slade was waived with an injury designation to open space for Baugh on the 90-man roster. Baugh signed with the Saints after going undrafted last year and
Micah Parsons Requests Trade From Cowboys
Cowboys All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons has requested a trade, according to a lengthy social media post that details his protracted negotiations with the team. Dallas has no intention of trading Parsons, per Diana Russini of The Athletic, but teams are still expected to reach out to the Cowboys to
Broncos expect Dre Greenlaw back next week
Broncos head coach Sean Payton sounded optimistic that linebacker Dre Greenlaw avoided a serious injury when he left Thursday’s practice early and he was more certain about that on Friday. Payton told reporters at a press conference that Greenlaw hurt his quad, but that it’s not related to his offseason
Top Micah Parsons landing spots
Given this information, let’s take a look at three landing spots that make the most sense for Parsons. Denver Broncos The Broncos allowed the third-fewest amount of points in 2024-25 (311 points), per ESPN stats, and already have one of the best defensive units in football. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw, safety
Micah Parsons requests a trade from the Cowboys
The Cowboys have effed around and found out. In a statement posted on Twitter, linebacker Micah Parsons tells the team — and the rest of the world — that he wants out. “Yes I wanted to be here,” Parson said. “I did everything I could to show that I wanted
Louis Rees-Zammit To Return To Rugby
Rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit made an attempt at an NFL career last year. While he did not play in any regular season games, he noted in June his intention of continuing to push for a roster spot through at least the 2025 campaign. A change of heart has since taken place, however.
Inside the Jake Ferguson deal
The Cowboys recently got a deal done. While it’s not the one that’s the most pressing, it was better than nothing. Tight end Jake Ferguson inked a four-year extension. We’ve gotten the terms. Here there are, per a source with knowledge of the deal: 1. Signing bonus: $12 million. 2.
John Mara makes feelings on Giants’ 2024 season clear
The New York Giants were officially formed on Aug. 1, 1925, which is why the 2024 season was seen at this time last year as a milestone campaign for the organization. During a recent chat with Tom Rock of Newsday, Giants co-owner John Mara suggested he wouldn’t be holding any
Jim Harbaugh praises undrafted Nikko Reed as one of the Chargers’ “ascending players”
Chargers undrafted rookie cornerback Nikko Reed stood out in the Hall of Fame Game, and head coach Jim Harbaugh says Reed is making a statement has he’s trying to make the roster. Reed had an interception that he returned 60 yards, and he knocked down two passes, and after the