Aaron Rodgers had unexpected reaction to Super Bowl win
While Aaron Rodgers is undeniably an all-time great who will eventually become a first-ballot Hall of Famer, he nevertheless guided the Green Bay Packers to only a single Super Bowl championship during his tenure with the organization that ran from the 2005 NFL Draft through the 2022 season. In the “Aaron Rodgers:
1 Reason Each Potential NFL Playoff Team Won’t Win Super Bowl 59 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Nic Antaya/Getty Images Detroit Lions: Injuries, particularly on defense Losing Aidan Hutchinson was one thing. Now throw in Alim McNeill to go with Kyle Peko, Mekhi Wingo, Hutchinson, Marcus Davenport, John Cominsky, Alex Anzalone, Derrick Barnes, Malcolm Rodriguez, Jalen Reeves-Maybin, Carlton Davis III, Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Khalil Dorsey and Ifeatu
Rams Activate TE Tyler Higbee
The Rams needed to activate Tyler Higbee from the reserve/PUP list this week, and rather than ensure the veteran tight end missed the whole season, the team is moving him back to the 53-man roster. Down with an ACL tear sustained in a 2023 wild-card game, Higbee has spent the
Marlon Humphrey: Steelers winning eight of last nine against Ravens bothers me
The Ravens need a win on Saturday to keep hopes of winning the AFC North alive, but the desire to beat the Steelers goes beyond the current playoff picture in the conference. Pittsburgh’s 18-16 win over the Ravens in Week 11 was their eighth in their last nine games against
Patrick Mahomes provides noteworthy update on Week 16 status
Despite a high ankle sprain, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is still trying to play against the Houston Texans on Saturday. Mahomes suffered the injury in a 21-7 win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 15. In a Tuesday news conference, the QB said he will test his
Raheem Morris on Kirk Cousins remaining starter: We have to go through that process
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris stopped short of saying Kirk Cousins remains the team’s starting quarterback after Monday night’s 15-9 win over the Raiders and he didn’t cross that line on Tuesday either. Morris was asked again if Cousins will get the start against the Giants on Sunday in Week
Chargers Designate Hayden Hurst To Return From IR
The Chargers designated Hayden Hurst to return from injured reserve on Monday, per The Athletic’s Daniel Popper, giving the veteran tight end 21 days to practice with the team before he must be activated to the 53-man roster. Hurst was placed on injured reserve on November 25 with a hip
Report: Mike Vick is the new head coach at Norfolk State
Another day, another prominent NFL figure becomes a college head coach. According to the Virginian-Pilot, Mike Vick will be the next head coach at Norfolk State University. The two sides agreed to terms on Tuesday morning. Vick has no coaching experience. The news comes amid a questionable report from ESPN.com
Stefon Diggs makes strong statement on Josh Allen’s MVP candidacy
Perhaps former Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs misses quarterback Josh Allen. This last offseason, the Bills dealt Diggs to the Houston Texans after he and Allen bickered over the past two seasons. Although their relationship didn’t end amicably, the wideout said he expects the QB to win his first
Senate Judiciary Committee conducts hearing on sports betting
More than six years into the Wild West days of legalized sports betting, Congress is getting involved. Sort of. But not much. In a largely worthless exercise, given the looming shift in both houses of the legislature, the Senate Judiciary Committee conducted on Tuesday a public hearing on sports betting.
Jerry Jones Shoots Down Micah Parsons Trade Speculation
The Cowboys’ disappointing season has stirred much speculation about the future of the franchise, but owner Jerry Jones adamantly shot down any chance of trading Micah Parsons. “That’s never been uttered in this organization that we don’t have a future with Micah Parsons,” Jones said on Dallas’ 105.3 The Fan via
David Montgomery still holding out hope he can play this season
Lions coach Dan Campbell said this week that running back David Montgomery needs season-ending surgery. But Montgomery isn’t conceding that his season is over just yet. Montgomery has not been placed on injured reserve, and he said in a video posted on the Lions’ social media that nothing is official
The ‘Running backs selected in the first round of the NFL draft’ quiz
The Detroit Lions have had perhaps the best one-two running back punch this season with David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. But going forward, the dynamic duo will be reduced to a solo act with a knee injury against the Buffalo Bills ending Montgomery’s season. Despite ceding 185 carries to Montgomery,
Monday night doubleheader overlap averages 17.8 million
On Monday night, ESPN offered up one last overlapping doubleheader for the 2024 season. On Tuesday, ESPN disclosed some of the metrics. The company announced that the three hours of overlapping coverage of Bears-Vikings on ABC and Falcons-Raiders on ESPN averaged 17.8 million viewers. No specific data was released as
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 12/17/24
December 17th, 2024 at 9:38pm CST by Nikhil Mehta Here are the latest practice squad updates from around the NFL: Buffalo Bills Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Detroit Lions Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Los Angeles Rams Las Vegas Raiders Miami Dolphins New England Patriots Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks
Cardinals S Budda Baker agrees to three-year contract extension
The Cardinals and safety Budda Baker agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension through the 2027 season, the team announced Tuesday night. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports the extension is worth $54 million with $30 million guaranteed. Baker, 28, has spent his entire career with the Cardinals since they
Teddy Bridgewater Eyeing NFL Comeback
Teddy Bridgewater retired from the NFL after the 2023 season, but he revealed that he is interested with signing with a team this season (via NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport). After retirement, Bridgewater took the head coaching job at Miami Northwestern Senior High School and led his alma mater to a
Teddy Bridgewater says he’d like to return to NFL for rest of season
High school football season is over for Teddy Bridgewater, who won a state championship in his first year at his alma mater. Things don’t start up again until February. In the interim, he’s thinking about returning to the NFL. Bridgewater made the disclosure during an appearance on NFL Network. It
Cardinals keep defensive star with lucrative contract extension
Budda Baker’s long-term future with the Arizona Cardinals has been a major question mark for more than a year given trade speculation and his pending status as an unrestricted free agent. There is no longer a question. He is a Cardinal for the foreseeable future. Baker and the Cardinals agreed
New Commanders facility at RFK Stadium site moves closer to fruition
Congress is moving on a bill that would bring the Commanders back to D.C. Via WUSA-9, Congress will include legislation to give long-term control of the RFK Stadium site in a government funding bill. The bill gives the District of Columbia long-term control of the location. It also allows D.C.
Falcons To Bench Kirk Cousins, Start Michael Penix In Week 16
The Falcons are expected to bench veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix for their Week 16 matchup with the Giants, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Falcons head coach Raheem Morris released a statement confirming the switch under center: “After review we have made the decision Michael Penix will
Justin Herbert remained limited in Tuesday’s practice
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert remained limited in Tuesday’s practice. Herbert has a left ankle injury that he played through Sunday. He missed last Wednesday’s practice, was limited Thursday and had a full practice Friday before seeing action on 51 of 52 snaps in the loss to the Buccaneers. The Chargers
Falcons make huge QB announcement ahead of Week 16 game
The Atlanta Falcons made a huge announcement on Tuesday ahead of their Week 16 game. The Falcons are changing starting quarterbacks from Kirk Cousins to rookie Michael Penix Jr. Falcons first-year head coach Raheem Morris addressed the move in a statement. “After review we have made the decision Michael Penix
After being benched for Michael Penix Jr., what’s next for Kirk Cousins?
With Kirk Cousins heading to the bench in Atlanta, it’s safe to say his time with the team is over. Unless Michael Penix Jr. suffers a serious injury down the stretch — or unless the Falcons can’t trade Cousins in the offseason and decide to keep him as the backup
Minor NFL Transactions: 12/17/24
Here are the latest moves from the around the NFL: Buffalo Bills Activated from injured reserve: OL Tylan Grable Waived: DE Casey Toohill Carolina Panthers Placed on injured reserve: LB Trevin Wallace, LB Claudin Cherelus Waived: DB Anthony Brown Signed from practice squad: WR Dan Chisena, LB Jacoby Windmon Cincinnati Bengals Signed from practice squad: K Cade
Broncos CB Riley Moss returns to practice as limited participant
Broncos cornerback Riley Moss injured his knee in Week 12. For the first time since then, Moss was listed as a practice participant. He was estimated as limited in Tuesday’s session, which was a walk-through ahead of Thursday’s game against the Chargers. The Broncos estimated Moss as a non-participant Monday.
Falcons bench Cousins for rookie Penix Jr. ‘moving forward’
The Atlanta Falcons are making an unusual quarterback change despite still being squarely in the NFC playoff hunt. Season-long starter Kirk Cousins has been benched by the team in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. as it approaches a Week 16 tilt with the New York Giants. “This was a
Falcons bench Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr.
The Kirk Cousins era in Atlanta is over. There was one? There was. For fourteen games. After five subpar performances, Cousins has been benched for rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The Falcons made the announcement on Tuesday night. “After review we have made the decision Michael Penix will be the
Budda Baker Signs 3-Year Extension With Cardinals
The Cardinals have reached an agreement with All-Pro safety Budda Baker on a three-year, $54MM contract extension, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. More to come. This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
2024 Bills can be first team to score 30 points in nine straight games in a season
The Bills have an opportunity to do something on Sunday against the Patriots that no NFL team has done, ever. If the Bills score at least 30 points, it will be their ninth consecutive game doing so, and they will be the first team in NFL history to score 30
Raiders HC addresses relationship with Mark Davis amid job-security rumors
Shortly after the Las Vegas Raiders fell to 2-12 on the season via Monday’s ugly 15-9 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, The Athletic’s Tashan Reed noted that Antonio Pierce’s failure to improve across his first full season as head coach of the Raiders could result in team owner Mark Davis dismissing Pierce early next
Chargers designate TE Hayden Hurst to return from injured reserve
The Chargers designated tight end Hayden Hurst to return from injured reserve Tuesday, Kris Rhim of ESPN reports. It opens the 21-day practice window for Hurst. He went on injured reserve Nov. 25 with a hip injury. The Chargers have Will Dissly and Eric Tomlinson at the top of the
Patrick Mahomes Likely To Play In Week 16
The 2022 playoffs showcased Patrick Mahomes‘ ability to play through ankle injuries, as a gimpy version of the Chiefs superstar powered through a high ankle sprain to lead the team to a Super Bowl win. As the Chiefs aim to become the first team to win three straight Super Bowls,
Raiders DE Janarius Robinson suspended three games for substance abuse violation
Raiders defensive end Janarius Robinson will not play again this season. The NFL announced that Robinson has been suspended for three games. Robinson’s suspension is due to a violation of the league’s substance abuse policy. No specific violation was announced, but Robinson was arrested for DUI in February. Robinson was
Lions star defender hints at possible return this season
If the Detroit Lions can find a way to battle through their injuries and reach the Super Bowl on Feb. 9, their star edge-rusher may be joining them on the field. According to Fox Sports and NFL Network’s Peter Schrager, DE Aidan Hutchinson told Taylor Lautner on “The Squeeze” podcast
Ultimately, Bill Belichick took the bird in the hand
It’s easy for Bill Belichick to say he believes NFL teams would have been interested in him during the upcoming hiring cycle. But the reality is that he didn’t believe any such interest would have resulted in a job he deemed to be suitable, so he went with a college
Mike Vrabel Jets’ Preferred HC Candidate?
The Jets are one of three teams with a head coaching vacancy at this point, and other openings will no doubt be in place once the regular season ends. When the hiring season opens, Mike Vrabel will be among the top names to watch. [RELATED: Bill Belichick Contacted Jets About HC
With 14 rushing touchdowns in 14 games, Jalen Hurts is poised to break the QB record
Last year, Jalen Hurts and Josh Allen each ran for 15 touchdowns, setting a new record for rushing touchdowns by a quarterback in a season. This year, Hurts is poised to break that record, and Allen isn’t far behind. Hurts has 14 touchdowns through 14 games, meaning he needs one
Brandon Graham could return if Eagles reach Super Bowl
When Brandon Graham suffered a triceps tear in November, it became clear he would not play again during the regular season. Although his Eagles tenure and NFL career may be over, the veteran defensive end has not entirely ruled out a return this winter. Graham has spent his entire 15-year
Sean McVay: First place isn’t relevant unless we continue to do something about it
Beating the 49ers on Thursday night made the Rams 8-6 on the season after starting the year 1-4. Then, once Seattle lost to Green Bay on Sunday night, Los Angeles moved into first place by virtue of the club’s current head-to-head tiebreaker over the Seahawks. That means the Rams are
Brandon Graham Could Return If Eagles Reach Super Bowl
When Brandon Graham suffered a triceps tear in November, it became clear he would not play again during the regular season. His Eagles tenure and NFL career may very well be over as a result, but the veteran defensive end has not completely shut the door to a return this winter. Graham
Dan Campbell on loss to Bills: “This is exactly what we needed”
There’s another Detroit resident who might soon have the FCC up his ass. Appearing on 97.1 The Ticket in Detroit on Tuesday, Lions coach Dan Campbell dropped a pair of “F” bombs while addressing the current state of the team, after a critical mass of injuries. “What happens is, you
Drake Maye reveals ‘biggest thing’ he’s doing amid losing season
While New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye technically has two wins on his career resume, he spent over half of his first victory in the NFL’s concussion protocol. Remove that game from the equation, and Maye has lost seven of eight starts while featuring for a rebuilding team that enters Week 16 at
Jerry Jones gives “high grades” to Mike McCarthy and Mike Zimmer
When the Cowboys were on a five-game losing streak earlier this year, owner Jerry Jones was adamant that the team wouldn’t consider making an in-season coaching change and the last few weeks have case doubt about whether he’ll be making one after the season. After the Cowboys ended their losing
Titans Considering QB Change
The Titans have remained steadfast in their support of Will Levis this season, but that stance may shift over the waning stages of the season. Head coach Brian Callahan said (via ESPN’s Turron Davenport) the team is contemplating a change under center. Levis entered the 2024 campaign as Tennessee’s undisputed starter, and a
Mike McDaniel: Both Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill take blame for three interceptions
Miami’s last chance to turn a failed season around came on Sunday in Houston. The Dolphins failed to capitalize, thanks in part to three interceptions thrown by quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Each of the three passes were meant for receiver Tyreek Hill, who once boasted that Tua is the most accurate
Caleb Williams opens up about tumultuous rookie season
Quarterback Caleb Williams was expected to compete for Offensive Rookie of the Year Award honors after the Chicago Bears made him the first overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. Instead, Williams has endured the in-season firings of both offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and head coach Matt Eberflus amid a
Lions to sign LB Anthony Pittman off of Jaguars practice squad
As the Lions continue to deal with more and more injuries, they’re bringing a familiar face back to the franchise. During his Tuesday morning interview on 97.1 The Ticket, head coach Dan Campbell confirmed a report by Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press that the club is signing linebacker
Is Falcons HC now open to replacing Cousins with Penix?
Shortly after the Atlanta Falcons improved to 7-7 on the season via a nervy 15-9 win over the lowly Las Vegas Raiders (2-12) on Monday night, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris directly said that Kirk Cousins has “got to play better.” Cousins didn’t disagree with Morris’ assessment following yet another shaky outing
AFC could have No. 1 seed, all four divisions and all three wild cards clinched by Sunday
As the NFL playoff picture comes into focus, it may come into too clear a focus for the AFC to have meaningful football played down the stretch. By Sunday afternoon, it’s possible that the No. 1 seed and home-field advantage in the AFC could be clinched, that all four divisions