College Athletes Earned $1.77B from Schools in 2025-26, Additional $500M+ in NIL Contracts
The first year of revenue sharing in college sports resulted in massive payouts for athletes. According to The Athletic’s Ralph D. Russo, the NCAA and College Sports Commission announced Thursday that athletes receive more than $1.77 billion in revenue-sharing payments. That number doesn’t account for third-party NIL deals, and the
Why 49ers’ George Kittle could have big game vs. Broncos
If history is any indicator, George Kittle could be a big threat for the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in their home game against the Denver Broncos. Kittle enters Sunday’s matchup with 12 catches for 174 yards and three touchdowns through San Francisco’s first three games. However, those numbers could
Saints put Travis Etienne on injured reserve
Saints head coach Kellen Moore said earlier this week that running back Travis Etienne would miss time with a hamstring injury and Moore revealed just how much time on Thursday. Moore announced that the Saints have placed Etienne on injured reserve. That will make Monday night’s game against the Falcons
Saints Place RB Travis Etienne On IR
By Connor Byrne | at October 1, 2026 3:42 pm The Saints are placing running back Travis Etienne on IR with a hamstring injury, per Katherine Terrell of ESPN. He will miss at least four games. More to come… View Comments (0) Post a Comment This content was brought to
New Mike Evans, Nick Bosa, Trent Williams Injury Updates Ahead of 49ers vs. Broncos
The San Francisco 49ers are dealing with multiple injuries to key players ahead of Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos, and general manager John Lynch provided a host of updates Thursday. According to Lynch, wide receiver Mike Evans is trying to play through a rib injury. “He is old school
Cowboys reportedly make Porter extension decision after trade
Pockets of NFL fans were surprised to learn upon waking up on Thursday morning that the Pittsburgh Steelers had agreed to trade unsettled cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick and a 2028 second-rounder. While Porter’s existing contract expires after the ongoing season, previous comments made by
Cowboys send Steelers 2027 sixth-round pick and 2028 second-round pick for Joey Porter Jr.
The Cowboys are sending the Steelers two draft picks in the trade that brings cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas. The Steelers will get a 2027 sixth-round pick and 2028 second-round pick, according to multiple reports. The 2027 sixth-round pick is the Steelers’ own sixth-rounder, which they had previously traded
Steelers To Trade CB Joey Porter Jr. To Cowboys
The Steelers’ standoff with Joey Porter Jr. has come to an end. The star cornerback is being shipped to the Cowboys, per The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero. Dallas is sending a second-round pick along with a conditional sixth-rounder to Pittsburgh in the swap, NFL insider Jordan Schultz adds. The second-round pick
Steelers trade Joey Porter Jr. to the Cowboys
Last year, once the Cowboys realized that linebacker Micah Parsons wasn’t going to play without a new contract, Dallas traded him. This year, the Steelers apparently have realized that cornerback Joey Porter Jr. wouldn’t be playing without a new contract. And so they’re trading him. Per multiple reports, the Steelers
Bombshell rumor surfaces about alleged rift between Patriots’ Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel makes weekly in-season appearances on WEEI’s “The Greg Hill Show,” a show that spent much of September detailing the struggles endured by Patriots starting quarterback Drake Maye ever since he tossed three interceptions in the fourth quarter of New England’s season-opening loss at the Seattle Seahawks. As shared
Jalen Hurts Gives Profound Quote on Losing After Eagles’ Blowout Loss to Bears
Jalen Hurts is back at it again. The NFL’s most prolific purveyor of inspirational aphorisms dropped another banger of a quote following Monday night’s disappointing 27-7 loss against the Chicago Bears. “I hate it more than anything in this world,” he told reporters regarding losing. “But at the same time,
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 9/30/26
By Ely Allen | at September 30, 2026 7:05 pm Wednesday’s NFL practice squad transactions: Atlanta Falcons Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills Carolina Panthers Cincinnati Bengals Dallas Cowboys Detroit Lions Houston Texans Las Vegas Raiders Los Angeles Chargers Miami Dolphins Minnesota Vikings New England Patriots New York Giants Philadelphia Eagles Seattle
Browns rule out C Elgton Jenkins for Thursday vs. Steelers
The Browns will not have their starting center for Thursday night’s game against the Steelers. Cleveland has ruled out Elgton Jenkins due to a concussion. Jenkins was listed as a non-participant on all three injury reports this week. Luke Wypler is likely to start at center for Jenkins. Cleveland also
Longtime NFL DC Don ‘Wink’ Martindale offers to assist ‘outclassed’ Cowboys DC Christian Parker
Former NFL defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale would give Dallas Cowboys rookie DC Christian Parker a failing grade after his first three games. Martindale, who last served as a DC for the Michigan Wolverines during the 2025 college football season, joined “Talkin’ Ball with Pat Leonard” to discuss the Cowboys’ defensive struggles. He
New Jayden Daniels Injury Update as Commanders QB Resumes Throwing at Practice
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has taken a “good step” in recovery from his elbow injury ahead of a Week 4 matchup in London, head coach Dan Quinn told reporters Wednesday. Quinn said the Commanders had not yet ruled out Daniels for Sunday’s game ahead of his limited participation in
Bucs Place WR Jalen McMillan On IR
SEPTEMBER 30: The Buccaneers have placed McMillan on IR, per a team announcement. SEPTEMBER 28: Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan suffered a PCL sprain in Sunday’s loss to the Vikings, according to ESPN’s Jenna Laine, with an early projection of a six- to eight-week absence. McMillan, 24, previously injured his
Through three games, Brock Purdy still hasn’t been sacked
49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has started three games this season, thrown 83 passes, and still not been sacked. That’s a rare achievement: The 49ers are just the fourth team since 1990 to allow zero sacks through three games of a season, joining Andy Dalton with the 2014 Bengals, and Peyton
Steelers’ Jalen Ramsey is trying to play through a crazy injury
Jalen Ramsey is apparently trying to test the limitations of the human body. The Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ramsey revealed to reporters on Tuesday that he suffered a broken wrist in Week 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Even wilder though is that Ramsey said he will be trying to play through
Cam Schlittler Reacts to MVP Chants After Historic Start for Yankees in Wild Card Win vs. Red Sox
Cam Schlittler appreciates the New York Yankees fans, but he doesn’t think he is an MVP just because they were chanting as much during Tuesday’s 9-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox in Game 1 of their Wild Card Series. “We’ve already got an MVP in this locker room, he’s
Titans Place Guards Fernando Carmona, Jackson Slater On IR
The Titans lost two guards in Sunday’s loss to the Giants, and both are now headed for multi-game absences. Tennessee placed Fernando Carmona and Jackson Slater on injured reserve on Tuesday, per a team announcement. Guard Garrett Dellinger and running back Michael Carter were promoted from the practice squad to
Report: 49ers to sign Dante Pettis to the practice squad
The 49ers are signing wide receiver Dante Pettis to their practice squad, according to Jordan Schultz of The Schultz Report. Pettis was one of nine players to work out for the team on Tuesday. Injuries have decimated the 49ers wide receivers’ room, with Ricky Pearsall out for the season, Christian
Vikings make QB move after JJ McCarthy trade
The Minnesota Vikings had only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster after they traded JJ McCarthy to the New York Giants on Monday. On Tuesday, the Vikings fixed that by moving Max Brosmer from the practice squad to the active roster. That means Brosmer can dress as the emergency QB
Travis Hunter’s 1st Career NFL Interception Ball Reportedly Obtained by Jaguars After Viral Video
Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Travis Hunter’s first career interception has been returned to its rightful owner. After a viral video in which a New England Patriots employee refused to give the ball to Jaguars defensive end Joshua Hines-Allen, the Patriots reportedly worked with the Jags to rectify the situation. Hunter’s interception
Giants To Release WR Odell Beckham Jr.
Odell Beckham Jr. earned a roster spot upon returning to the Giants. His second chapter with the team has proven to be short-lived, however. Beckham is being released, as first reported by NFL insider Jordan Schultz. This was a mutual decision, he adds. Beckham’s workload had been sparse despite the fact
PFT’s Week 4 2026 NFL power rankings
1. Bills (last week No. 2; 3-0): The Bills are No. 1, but the Adam West Batman uniforms would be No. 32. 2. Chiefs (No. 4; 3-0): The Chiefs are back . . . to playing with their food before winning easily. 3. 49ers (No. 5; 3-0): They’re dropping like
Hurts expresses frustration over concussion test after Eagles’ loss to Bears
One of the biggest plays of Monday night’s game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Bears involved Eagles backup quarterback Andy Dalton throwing a brutal drive-killing interception on 3rd-and-goal from the Chicago 2-yard line when Philadelphia was trailing 7-0 with under 6:20 left in the contest’s first half. Dalton was on
Watch Bears LB Get INT on Jalen Hurts After Listening to Eagles Huddle in Viral Video
Chicago Bears linebacker TJ Edwards picked up his first interception of the season on Monday after listening in on the Philadelphia Eagles’ play call. Edwards leaned in to listen to Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts give his teammates the play, and moments later, he came down with the ball. Edwards spent
Vikings Trade QB J.J. McCarthy To Giants
J.J. McCarthy’s tenure in Minnesota is coming to an end. The third-year quarterback will receive a fresh start in New York via an in-season trade. McCarthy is being dealt from the Vikings to the Giants, as first reported by The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero. Minnesota will receive a 2027 fifth-round pick in return. This
Monday Night Football: Case Keenum, Bears beat Eagles 27-7
Case Keenum, playing his first game since 2023, ran for a touchdown and threw two touchdowns in leading the Bears to a 27-7 blowout of the Eagles. Both teams are 2-1. Despite playing without starting quarterback Caleb Williams, who is out with a hamstring injury, the Bears dominated the Eagles.
Jim Harbaugh has tough words for Chargers QB Justin Herbert
Justin Herbert has struggled for the Los Angeles Chargers. There’s no doubt about it. The Chargers started the 2026 NFL season as seemingly everyone’s favorite dark-horse candidate to win the Super Bowl. They’re now 0-3 after losing to the Arizona Cardinals, Las Vegas Raiders, and Buffalo Bills. Bringing in Mike
Bill Belichick Addresses UNC Investigation, Says Team Will ‘Do Everything the Right Way’
Following an investigation into the culture of North Carolina’s football program, Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick addressed the investigation’s findings and resolution. “We have a plan in place to continue to make this, our workplace, function at a high standard and do everything the right way,” Belichick said, per
Eagles’ Jonathan Greenard Expected To Play In Week 3
Jonathan Greenard is set to make his Eagles debut tonight. After missing the first two games of the season as he recovered from a pectoral injury, Greenard will be active for tonight’s matchup against the Bears, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Greenard represented Philly’s main offseason acquisition. After adding the
The Vikings swung and missed in effort to find a franchise quarterback
After the 2023 season, the Vikings decided to abandon the veteran quarterback rollercoaster for a potential franchise quarterback. The ride ended up being bumper cars without the bumpers. Minnesota had earned the 11th overall pick in the 2024 draft. Four quarterbacks had been drafted in the first eight picks. As
Todd Bowles confirms Baker Mayfield timeline after thumb injury
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost more than just a game when they fell to 0-3 on the season via a 23-16 defeat against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, as Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield went down with a dislocated thumb on his throwing hand late in the contest. While Tampa Bay avoided a potential
Giants believe Brian Burns has torn ACL
Giants pass rusher Brian Burns’ season appears to be over. Burns is believed to have suffered a torn ACL on Sunday, according to Adam Schefter. The injury is a devastating one for the Giants’ defense. Burns has started every game for the Giants since they traded for him in 2024,
Cowboys, Lions Among Teams To Inquire On Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr.
Recently named as a team to watch as a possible landing spot for Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr., the Lions have inquired on his availability, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The Cowboys, who were speculatively connected to a possible Porter pursuit, are also among the clubs to make an inquiry. Possibly
Broncos Beat Rams, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Stafford, Nix, Davante, Donald Top Players
Sunday nights never seem to disappoint. It came down to the wire in Denver as the Broncos and Bo Nix pulled off a 30-26 comeback win over Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, fueled by an explosive 30-point second half. Los Angeles marched into Empower Field at
NFL Week 3 winners, losers: Brock Bowers dominates in return, Drake Maye flops
It is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from Sunday’s NFL action. It was a big day for one backup quarterback (Marcus Mariota of the Washington Commanders), and a really bad day for a couple of young quarterbacks whose play is not matching
Sunday Night Football: Rams lead Broncos 16-0 at halftime
The Rams have been in control throughout the first two quarters of Sunday night’s matchup with the Broncos and have a 16-0 lead at halftime. Despite playing without Puka Nacua, Los Angeles has been efficient offensively, scoring on the last four possessions of the half. But three of those scores
NFL Restructures: Lake, Rodgers, Smith
By Ely Allen | at September 27, 2026 9:25 pm Before the start of the season, the Rams needed some work to get down below the salary cap. In order to reduce the team’s cap hit for the year, Los Angeles restructured the contract of starting safety Quentin Lake, according
South Carolina suspends Dylan Stewart indefinitely
South Carolina pass rusher Dylan Stewart has been regarded as a potential top-10 pick in next year’s draft. Recent events have complicated that. Coach Frank Beamer has suspended Stewart indefinitely. He punched an Alabama player during Saturday’s game. He also was seen squabbling with coaches on the Gamecocks’ sideline. Stewart
Vintage Marcus Mariota performance helps Commanders stun Seahawks
The Washington Commanders entered their Week 3 matchup against the reigning Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks with all the odds stacked against them. Washington was without star quarterback Jayden Daniels along with key players in Frankie Luvu, Nick Cross, Sam Cosmi and Chig Okonkwo. The absence of all those players
NFL Week 3 Live Updates and Highlights for Sunday Sept 27
Welcome to Bleacher Report’s live coverage of Sunday’s NFL Week 3 afternoon slate, featuring highlights from the league’s top stars and teams. On tap for this week are: Tap in, scroll through, and follow all of the action from the jam-packed Sunday slate. This content was brought to you by:
Bills WRs D.J. Moore, Keon Coleman ’50/50′ For Week 3
SEPTEMBER 27: Good news for Buffalo, as both Moore and Coleman are active for Week 3. SEPTEMBER 26: The Bills’ offense hummed along during a 2-0 start, but the unit may go without a couple of key receivers in Week 3. D.J. Moore (shoulder) and Keon Coleman (ankle), who are
Report: Myles Garrett will need about six weeks to recover from knee surgery
The season may be about half over when Rams defensive end Myles Garrett next takes the field. Garrett will need about six weeks to recover from knee surgery, according to Ian Rapoport. After struggling to play through his knee injury in the Rams’ Week 1 loss to the 49ers, Garrett
Bears reveal Caleb Williams’ official status for ‘MNF’
Chicago Bears fans feared the worst last Sunday when Caleb Williams was screaming in pain on the field. He was carted off, and it seemed like his season could be over. Instead, he ended up only having a hamstring strain. That meant it was possible he was going to suit
Mr. Olympia 2026 Results, Winner, Highlights, Prize Money and Twitter Reaction
Nick Walker took home the top honor in bodybuilding on Saturday night, winning the 2026 Mr. Olympia. Walker was able to emerge victorious from an accomplished field that included Derek Lunsford, who was previously Mr. Olympia in 2023 and 2025. Samson Dauda, who won Mr. Olympia in 2024, was also
Jimmy Garoppolo Open To Deal; Giants Could Make Two QB Additions?
With the Giants in position to add a quarterback, many have labeled Jimmy Garoppolo a candidate to be brought into the fold. The veteran passer is open to a deal for 2026. “I’m ready to play, in the right situation,” Garoppolo said when speaking to The Exhibit’s Josina Anderson. The 34-year-old remained
Dante Moore knocked out with brutal hit to the head while sliding
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, a potential first overall pick in the 2027 NFL draft, took a brutal hit to his head while sliding during today’s game against USC and appeared to be unconscious on the field. Moore ran for 10 yards on second-and-9 in the second quarter and then went
Giants sign insurance QB after season-ending Jaxson Dart injury
A season that was once so full of hope for the New York Giants has now become a guessing game. Quarterback Jaxson Dart hurt his knee on “Monday Night Football” vs. the Los Angeles Rams, and while the initial reporting was encouraging, the injury turned out to be one that
















































