Steelers legend calls out team’s handling of former first-round pick
The Pittsburgh Steelers have moved past quarterback Kenny Pickett, but Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw hasn’t. During a recent podcast appearance, the four-time Super Bowl-winning former Steelers quarterback ripped the team’s handling of Pickett, the No. 20 overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft. “A first-rounder, got rid
Release Candidate: David Ojabo
David Ojabo entered the NFL with high expectations despite the Achilles tear he suffered shortly before being drafted. The Ravens edge rusher has not developed as hoped, however, and his ability to retain a roster spot this summer will be worth watching. During Michigan’s Pro Day, Ojabo suffered his torn Achilles.
As 20th year at CBS commences, James Brown is in talks for an extension
James Brown moved from Fox to CBS in 2006. As he approaches his 20th season with his current network, he’s potentially going to stick around a lot longer. Michael McCarthy of FrontOfficeSports.com reports that Brown is negotiating an extension to remain the host of The NFL Today. His current deal
NFL personnel director thinks Giants’ Lawrence should’ve won major award
The 2024 New York Giants fell to 2-10 on the season the same day that star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II went down with what became a season-ending elbow injury. While Lawrence made just 12 starts for what became a 3-14 club, league executives, coaches and scouts surveyed by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler for a piece published
Jaguars to hold eight open training camp practices
Jaguars fans will have eight chances to see first-round pick Travis Hunter play wide receiver and defensive back during this summer’s training camp. The team announced their training camp schedule on Tuesday and July 23 will be the first open practice of the summer. The Jaguars will also welcome fans
Could Dolphins part ways with QB Tua Tagovailoa after 2025 season?
As The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen noted, the Miami Dolphins could undergo a franchise reset by parting ways with head coach Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier if the club fails to secure a playoff victory in its fourth season under McDaniel. Meanwhile, Miami signed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to a four-year, $212.4M deal
Big Shield print edition is available for pre-order, too
The ebook was easy. Setting up the print edition for pre-order took a little extra work. Thanks for our friends at Amazon, it’s up and running. You can pre-order the paperback version of Big Shield now, for only $14.99. The ebook can still be pre-ordered for the criminally low price
Falcons’ Draft Plans Would Have Altered Free Agency Approach
Last March, the Falcons’ decision to sign Kirk Cousins seemed to put to rest questions about their plans at the quarterback spot over the intermediate future. The following month, however, Atlanta selected Michael Penix Jr. in the first round of the draft. It was reported in the immediate aftermath of that move Cousins was
Patrick Mahomes: Maxx Crosby is the best pass rusher I’ve played against
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby tend to mix it up a bit when they play one another twice a year as division rivals. While Mahomes has gotten the better of the Raiders throughout his career, sporting a 10-2 record against the club entering 2025, the
Reporter expands on why Steelers traded George Pickens
The Pittsburgh Steelers made one of the biggest post-draft splashes of the offseason when they traded wide receiver George Pickens and a 2027 sixth-round draft pick to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2026 third-round selection and a 2027 fifth-rounder. During a Monday appearance on Fox Sports Radio, NFL insider Adam
Aaron Rodgers may be surprised to hear there’s no Jeffrey Epstein client list
The controversial claim that the much-discussed Jeffrey Epstein client list doesn’t exist would not ordinarily overlap with the NFL. But there’s not much about Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers that is ordinary. In early 2024, Rodgers stirred up a firestorm of controversy for Pat McAfee and ESPN by suggesting that ABC
The ‘2025 NFL Pro Bowl starters’ quiz
Happy 29th birthday to Baltimore Ravens star cornerback Marlon Humphrey! Humphrey is a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time First Team All-NFL selection in his eight year career, snatching 19 interceptions in his career while forcing 15 fumbles (including a league-leading eight in 2020). He set a personal-best with six picks
Joe Burrow on burglary at his home: The kind of year it was
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is one of the subjects of the newly released season of Quarterback on Netflix and part of his appearance on the show chronicles his reaction to the burglary at his home that occurred while he was leading the team to a win over the Cowboys in
Would Cousins have signed with Falcons if he knew they’d select Penix Jr.?
In the spring of 2024, veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins didn’t deny that he may not have left the Minnesota Vikings to sign with the Atlanta Falcons in free agency had he known that Atlanta would select signal-caller Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick of last year’s draft. In comments shared during
Kirk Cousins felt “a little bit misled” when Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr.
After the Falcons shocked the football-following world by making quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth overall pick in the 2024 draft, Cousins was asked by reporters whether he might have made a different decision in free agency if he’d known about the plan to take a quarterback. “I don’t really
Could Steelers’ T.J. Watt hold out during training camp?
Back in the summer of 2021, Pittsburgh Steelers star pass-rusher T.J. Watt completed a “hold-in” and participated in individual drills during training camp until he received his desired contract extension ahead of the start of that regular season. Watt once again is looking for a pay raise this summer. During a
Report: NFL “could” attempt to extend media deals before 2029
The NFL’s current TV deals technically run through 2033. But the league has the ability to pull the plug four years early — and it undoubtedly will. The likelihood of open season after the 2029 season could result in another potential solution. John Ourand of Puck reports that the NFL
After a one-year break, Quarterback returns
Two years ago, Quarterback on Netflix became the most pleasant surprise of the summer, an inside look at the 2022 seasons for Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins, and Marcus Mariota. Then came the 2023 season. And no quarterbacks wanted to do it. So, last year, Quarterback took a seat. Receiver replaced
Dolphins have interest in Asante Samuel Jr., but his dad says they have “no leadership”
In May, the Dolphins were showing interest in free agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. They may have even more need for him now that they’ve traded Jalen Ramsey, but recent comments from Samuel’s father would suggest that there will be no signing. Former All-Pro cornerback Asante Samuel Sr. blasted the
Terry McLaurin ‘Not Happy’ With Commanders Extension Talks
Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is “not happy with where things are with an extension,” according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler (via Bleacher Report’s Joseph Zucker). McLaurin and the Commanders have been working on a new contract throughout the offseason, and this is not the first report of his dissatisfaction with
Former Cowboys TE Pettis Norman dies at 86
Former Cowboys tight end Pettis Norman has died, the team announced Monday. Norman was 86. “We mourn the passing of former tight end and civil rights advocate Pettis Norman,” the team wrote in a statement. “Known for his selfless leadership, commitment to community, and dedication to creating equal opportunity, we
Dan Orlovsky Agrees To Extension At ESPN
Former NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky has agreed to terms with ESPN on a contract extension, according to Ryan McCarthy and Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports. Orlovsky was drafted by the Lions in 2005 and remained active in the NFL for a decade. He logged 26 appearances across seven seasons with
Clark Hunt’s 9-year-old relative dies in the Texas floods
Janie Hunt, the 9-year-old cousin of Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, died in the fatal floods in Texas last week. According to the Dallas Morning News, Janie Hunt of Dallas was one of the missing campers from Camp Mystic in the Texas Hill Country. Her body was found and identified Saturday
Terry Bradshaw makes a crack about Tom Brady’s Fox contract
When we last heard from Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw, he was telling Aaron Rodgers to “chew on bark.” Bradshaw now has a bone to pick with another all-time great. Sort of. Appearing on something called To The Point — Home Services Podcast (i.e., Terry got a nice little
Eagles will get their Super Bowl rings on July 18
The Eagles were supposed to receive their Super Bowl LIX rings on June 6. “Production issues” delayed the ceremony. There’s a new date. Per the team, the championship rings will be distributed on Friday, July 18. That’s four days before the Eagles report for training camp. And it gives them
Offseason In Review: Carolina Panthers
Within a 10-month span, the Panthers had seen their owner throw a drink at a fan — amid a string of headlines involving the Carolina boss — and the team’s handpicked quarterback benched by Week 3. This came after the Panthers’ 2024 coaching search, due in part to David Tepper‘s
Will Blackmon joins the cast of Good Morning Football
The ever-changing cast of Good Morning Football has undergone another change. Via AwfulAnnouncing.com, former NFL defensive back Will Blackmon has joined the cast for the upcoming season. A fourth-round pick from Boston College in 2006, Blackmon spent four years with the Packers, two with the Giants, two with the Jaguars,
Latest On Titans’ QB Situation
Cam Ward has not officially won the Titans’ starting quarterback gig yet, but it remains the expectation that will be the case this summer. Beyond this year’s No. 1 pick, Tennessee has a number of interesting decisions to make. Returnee Will Levis saw some time with the first-team offense during spring practices,
Mark Davis: Al Davis loved Las Vegas, would love seeing where the Raiders are now
The legendary Raiders owner Al Davis died in 2011, having moved his franchise from Oakland to Los Angeles and back, but he didn’t live to see his team in Las Vegas. His son and successor says he would love it. Raiders owner Mark Davis reminisced on what would have been
The ‘NFL rookie TD reception leaders’ quiz
Wide receiver Chase Claypool was drafted with fairly high expectations in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft from Notre Dame. But after a breakout campaign in his rookie year that saw him catch 62 passes for 873 yards and nine touchdowns, Claypool has struggled both with consistency and
Dolphins announce trade for Darren Waller
Tight end Darren Waller is officially a member of the Dolphins. Waller’s move to Miami was reported last week and the Dolphins announced the move on Monday. Waller retired after playing the 2023 season for the Giants, but has agreed to come out of retirement for the AFC East club.
Tyron Smith expects “different” Tyler Guyton after working with him this offseason
Tyron Smith never played on the same Cowboys team as Tyler Guyton, but he may have a hand in making his successor at left tackle a successful fixture up front in Dallas. Guyton joined the Cowboys as a first-round pick in 2024 while Smith moved on to the Jets for
Extension Candidate: Trey Smith
July 15 looms as the deadline for franchise-tagged players to sign a long-term deal. In the case of 2025, that is only applicable to the Chiefs and right guard Trey Smith. A trip to free agency appeared to be in store given the cumbersome nature of using the tag on
Which future Hall of Famer has Patrick Mahomes been chatting with?
Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes has contacted, perhaps, the greatest quarterback ever heading into this upcoming season. The Chiefs QB revealed he’s been talking to Tom Brady “a good amount” this offseason in a Monday interview with FanDuel’s “Up & Adams.” So, what did the future Hall of Famer
Chiefs get a one-year extension of their offer to move to Kansas
The Chiefs won’t be leaving Kansas City. Unless they leave Kansas City. For Kansas City. Kansas applied a June 30, 2025 deadline to its offer to build a new stadium for the Chiefs. The Chiefs requested an extension. On Monday, Kansas provided it. Via WIBW.com, the new deadline is June
RB Nyheim Hines Eyeing 2025 Deal
A jet ski accident suffered in the summer of 2023 has proven highly detrimental to Nyheim Hines‘ career. The veteran running back/returner is now seeking a return to the NFL, however. Hines suffered a major knee injury as a result of the accident, and it cost him the entire 2023
Report: Nyheim Hines wants to find a team for training camp
Nyheim Hines would like another shot. Via ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Hines is looking to find a team for training camp this summer — nearly two years after suffering a torn ACL during a jet ski accident. Hines, 28, was an effective dual-threat running back for the Colts for several years
Watch out for these ‘Supermen’ of the NFC East
Which NFL players will take their teams up, up and away in 2025? With DC’s Superman about to hit theaters and training camps not far behind, we had some thoughts about the NFC East. WR CeeDee Lamb | Dallas Cowboys After essentially flying solo as the team’s leading receiver for
Latest On Dolphins, CB Rasul Douglas
The Dolphins have, as expected, moved on from cornerback Jalen Ramsey. The trade which sent him to Pittsburgh also included the departure of tight end Jonnu Smith. Miami has already filled the TE vacancy by acquiring the unretired Darren Waller. As for the cornerback spot, however, it remains to be seen who
Patrick Mahomes: We have so many weapons, just have to maximize them
There have been several moments in recent seasons when it felt like the Chiefs were short on receiving options for quarterback Patrick Mahomes, but Mahomes does not believe that will be an issue in 2025. The Chiefs have Rashee Rice back from last season’s knee injury and they re-signed JuJu
Watch out for these ‘Supermen’ of the AFC East
With DC’s Superman about to hit theaters and NFL training camps not far off, we’ve identified players most likely to take their AFC East teams up, up and away in 2025. QB Josh Allen | Buffalo Bills Some things are as obvious as the “S” on Superman’s chest. Clearly the
DE Bryce Huff Addresses Eagles Departure
Things did not go according to plan for Bryce Huff in 2024. The high-priced free agent addition was present for only year with the Eagles, spending time in and out of the lineup before being among the team’s healthy scratches for the Super Bowl. In all, Huff managed just 2.5 sacks in
Patrick Mahomes: I’ve talked to Tom Brady a good amount this offseason
When he was still playing, Tom Brady defeated Patrick Mahomes in an AFC Championship Game and a Super Bowl. But now that he’s retired, Brady has been providing some insight and advice to the Chiefs’ quarterback. In an interview with Up & Adams that aired on Monday, Mahomes noted that
Giants TE Theo Johnson eager to get back in groove after foot surgery
Tight end Theo Johnson didn’t make the same kind of instant impact on the Giants offense as fellow 2024 draft picks Malik Nabers and Tyrone Tracy, but he was showing signs of that kind of production as the year went on. Johnson had three catches for 37 yards in the
Giants, Evans, Bourne, Washington, Raiders, Allen, Colts, Dean
July 7th, 2025 at 11:10am CST by Adam La Rose Here is a breakdown of PFR’s latest originals: Recapping Giants’ Offseason: Sam Robinson kicked off the 2025 edition of the Offseason in Review Series by detailing the Giants‘ moves. Both Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen are still in place ahead of what
Patriots draft pick Julian Ashby is viewed as having “special” talent for long snapping
The Patriots made a surprising decision at long snapper this offseason, first drafting Vanderbilt’s Julian Ashby, then cutting their longtime long snapper Joe Cardona, whom they had previously made the highest-paid long snapper in football, as well as a team captain. Ashby’s Vanderbilt special teams coach, Jeff LePak, says the
Liam Coen envisions a bigger role for Dyami Brown than he had in Washington
Brian Thomas Jr. is the rising star. Travis Hunter is the new kid on the block. Dyami Brown could end up being the quiet difference maker. Via Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com, Jaguars coach Liam Coen expects the former Commanders receiver to have a bigger role in Jacksonville than he had
Andre Cisco: I’m excited for Justin Fields to prove doubters wrong
If the Jets are going to exceed expectations this season, they will need a strong season from quarterback Justin Fields. Fields was drafted 11th overall by the Bears in 2021 because they thought he could be their long-term answer at quarterback, but could never turn flashes of talent into consistent
President Trump: “I wouldn’t have changed the name” to Commanders
In late April, President Trump addressed the question of whether the Washington Commanders should revert to the name they dropped five years ago, given that the word was (and still is) a dictionary-defined slur. Although he expressed at the time that the former name is “superior” to the current one,
Joel Bitonio on retirement thoughts: Didn’t want to go out on 2024 season
Joel Bitonio will be back for a 12th season with the Browns, but the left guard’s return for the 2025 campaign wasn’t a sure thing. Bitonio took some time after the 2024 season to confirm that he’d be back in Cleveland and told Barry Shuck of Dawgs By Nature that