New CBA for officials emphasizes competition, creates a “practice squad”
Last month, the NFL and the NFL Referees Association avoided a potential Fail Mary reboot by working out a new Collective Bargaining Agreement. While the paperwork has yet to be officially signed, the deal has been ratified by the union. ESPN has taken a close look at the new agreement,
Rams Not Considering Backup QB Signing
The Rams have an extremely inexperienced quarterback room behind 38-year-old starter Matthew Stafford, but they are not planning to add a veteran backup before the season. Apr 24, 2026; Inglewood, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams first-round draft pick Ty Simpson speaks to media during a press conference at Code Next
WWE SmackDown Winners, Grades and Reaction From June 19
The Queen and King of the Ring tournaments are still taking place, but we’re coming up on the end with the PPV next weekend at Night of Champions. This content was brought to you by: Bleacher Report – Front Page
Titans reward All-Pro with record-setting contract extension
The Tennessee Titans have made star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons a focal point of their rebuild and resisted all potential offers to trade him, even as they sunk down toward the bottom of the NFL standings. They value him so highly that they have now made him the highest-paid defensive
Marshawn Lynch is a credentialed photographer at World Cup
Marshawn Lynch is a man of many talents. The former NFL running back was back in his old stomping grounds in Seattle on Friday, working as a credentialed photographer at the World Cup match between the United States and Australia. Lynch, who rushed for 10,413 yards in his NFL career
Commanders Scouts Retire; Other Front Office Updates
The Commanders said goodbye to two veteran personnel staffers yesterday as area scouts Paul Skansi and Chuck Cook decided to retire. Former scouting assistants Alberto de la Guardia and Miles Turner have been promoted to fill their roles, and former scouting and R&D associate Toby Junker was promoted to scouting
Shedeur Sanders Teaches Julian Lewis, Colorado QBs in Video Ahead of Deion’s 2026 CFB Season
Shedeur Sanders took a break from competing for the Cleveland Browns’ QB1 position to return to Colorado amid his alma mater’s own offseason quarterback battle. Sanders contributed to a video session in Boulder attended by Colorado players including redshirt freshman Julian Lewis, according to a video shared Friday by Well
Maxx Crosby trade rumors involve another Super Bowl contender
Maxx Crosby is back with the Las Vegas Raiders, but how long will he stay there? Even though Crosby has a Raiders tattoo and claims he isn’t going anywhere, those in the NFL know better. There’s a real possibility his defunct trade to the Baltimore Ravens won’t be the last
Kam Curl thinks Rams defense has a chance to be legendary
The Rams are the betting favorites to win the Super Bowl this season and a big reason why is the trade that brought Myles Garrett to Los Angeles on the first day of June. Adding the 2025 defensive player of the year to a team that had already made significant
Chiefs Holding Right Tackle Competition
The Chiefs will have a new right tackle in 2026. Penalty maven Jawaan Taylor is now with the Falcons, as the Chiefs made a predictable salary trim amid a cap crunch. Taylor did not live up to his $20MM-per-year contract, and a 2025 signing looked to telegraph Kansas City’s plans
New Pistons Trade Rumors on Kyrie Irving, Zach LaVine, Trey Murphy III, Coby White amid Cade Buzz
The Detroit Pistons reportedly are focused on adding shooting around All-Star guard Cade Cunningham this offseason. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro, Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving, New Orleans Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III, Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White, Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Update shares how Dolphins view Malik Willis after worrisome report
A report from earlier in June suggested that Miami Dolphins backup quarterback and 2025 seventh-round draft pick Quinn Ewers “outperformed” free-agency signing and presumed starter Malik Willis during some springtime practices open to media members. First-year Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley later seemed to pour cold water over such takes. For a piece published on
Joe Brady: I was broken when Bills fired Sean McDermott, wasn’t thinking I’d be head coach
Joe Brady got promoted from offensive coordinator to head coach after the Bills fired Sean McDermott, but that doesn’t mean he was happy about it. Brady said that when he learned McDermott had been fired after the Bills’ playoff loss five months ago, he was devastated, and thought his own
Jets, Browns Expected To Pursue Brendan Sorsby
Despite possessing three of the top 30 picks in this year’s draft, the Jets were not in position to land a potential franchise quarterback in the first round. They later selected ex-Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik in the fourth round, but he may not be the last rookie signal-caller they add
Mexico Beats South Korea, Final Match Stats, Highlights & World Cup Group A Scenarios
Mexico became the first team to secure a spot in the knockout round after defeating South Korea 1-0 in its second group stage game on Thursday. South Korea is still in a good position to advance since it won its first match, but it can no longer win the group
Insider shares warning for Ravens amid Lamar Jackson contract situation
Recently, Baltimore Ravens reporter Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic made it known he was optimistic that the club and star quarterback Lamar Jackson will come to terms on a contract extension before the 2026 season gets underway. Months before Zrebiec offered that update, a March story claimed that Ravens general manager
Todd Bowles suggests 2025 Buccaneers took plays off
After the Buccaneers blew a big lead on a Thursday night against the Falcons, he let the expletives fly regarding the team’s in-game deficiencies. Recently, Bowles provided a less profane assessment of the factors that doomed the Bucs from turning a 6-2 start into a sixth straight playoff appearance. Via
Colts CB Sauce Gardner Clarifies Age
If you look up Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner on sites like ESPN.com and Pro-Football-Reference.com, you will notice they list his date of birth as Aug. 31, 2000. That would mean the two-time first-team All-Pro is 25 years old. Fake news, according to Gardner, who told James Boyd of The Athletic
Deion Sanders believes Travis Hunter should play both ways, all the time
Last month, Colorado coach Deion Sanders expressed disappointment that the Jaguars never contacted him regarding former Buffaloes superstar Travis Hunter. In a more recent interview, the topic came up again regarding whether the Jaguars will pick Deion’s brain. “They’re not going to ask me,” Sanders told D.J. Saddiqi of Covers.com.
Patriots could also join race for Maxx Crosby
The Las Vegas Raiders gladly welcomed Maxx Crosby back with open arms once his trade didn’t go through. Crosby has also embraced the thought of staying put in Sin City, and he’s always been vocal about his desire to be a Raider for life. Nevertheless, the NFL is a business first and
Cam Jordan Returns to Saints for 16th Season, Latest Rumors on Contract for Veteran Pass-Rusher
Cameron Jordan is a New Orleans Saints institution, and he isn’t going anywhere for the 2026 season after all. Jordan announced his return in a video on social media saying “he’s back” with the Saints for “one final season.” “What it comes down to is lifestyle,” Jordan said, per the
Bucs QB Baker Mayfield Addresses Extension Talks, Injury Concerns
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is on track to play out the last season of his three-year, $100MM contract in 2026. Mayfield said on June 5 that he and the team were “not anywhere close” to an extension. Almost two weeks later, the sides have not made any progress. “Pretty much
In dismissing his NCAA lawsuit, Brendan Sorsby says Texas Tech told him he wouldn’t play in 2026
On Wednesday morning, agent Ron Slavin suggested that Texas Tech gave quarterback Brendan Sorsby a nudge toward the NFL supplemental draft. The official paperwork dismissing Sorsby’s lawsuit against the NCAA describes it as something much more than a nudge. In the two-page voluntary dismissal of Sorsby’s lawsuit, as posted by
Cowboys have a Dak Prescott problem they need to address
The Dallas Cowboys have an MVP-worthy quarterback in Dak Prescott. Last season, he passed for 4,552 yards, which put him third in the NFL, according to NFL research, recording 30 passing touchdowns and rushing for two more. The Cowboys are lucky to have Prescott, but his presence hasn’t taken them
Deion Sanders changes tune on Myles Garrett trade
Last month, Deion Sanders rejected the idea of the Browns trading defensive end Myles Garrett. Now that the trade has happened, Deion is singing a different tune. “They got a killer on defense, I’m tired of y’all talking about trading him and getting rid of him,” Sanders told Garrett Bush
QB Brendan Sorsby’s Agent Not Expecting NFL Suspension
In the wake of the surprising news that Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby would be withdrawing from his battle with the NCAA to enter the NFL’s supplemental draft, Sorsby’s agent, Ron Slavin, let loose some of the details that led to the shocking outcome. After Sorsby’s crack legal team had
College World Series 2026 Wednesday Winners, Scores, Bracket Results
One team is in. Another may shortly follow. Two spots in the College World Series final were up for grabs on Wednesday. Below, we’ll break down the day’s results and top highlights. North Carolina def. West Virginia, 12-7 North Carolina’s Bats Would Not Be Denied You want runs? North Carolina
Is Rams’ Myles Garrett begging Aaron Donald to unretire?
Since the Los Angeles Rams acquired defensive end Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns, many have envisioned him teaming up with future Hall of Fame defensive lineman Aaron Donald. Donald, who retired in March 2024, has suggested he is interested in returning to play alongside a transcendent talent in Garrett. He’s
Todd Bowles: Vita Vea situation is not concerning
Defensive tackle Vita Vea didn’t practice at Buccaneers minicamp this week because he’s looking for a new contract. Vea is heading into the final year of his contract and scheduled to make $17 million during the 2026 season, which has him lower in the ranks of defensive tackles than he’d
Jaguars To Extend LS Ross Matiscik
The Jaguars and long snapper Ross Matiscik have agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $3.8MM in new money, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network report. The 29-year-old is now the NFL’s highest-paid player at his position. This is the second Jaguars extension for Matiscik, who joined the
Cam Jordan: A couple of bumps with contract, but wanted to play whole career with Saints
Defensive end Cam Jordan officially returned to the Saints on Tuesday by signing a one-year deal that he indicated will be his final contract as an NFL player. If that’s the case, it will mean Jordan spends his entire 16-year career with the same team. In a press conference on
Two teams are ‘nuclear hot’ in potential Maxx Crosby trade
The Las Vegas Raiders starred in one of the most bizarre incidents in recent NFL offseason history. Trading Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens was a league-altering move, and so was getting him back. The Ravens shut down the deal over alleged concerns about his knee injury. Given that he didn’t want
WWE NXT Winners, Grades and Reaction From June 16
Last Time in Action: Jaida Parker defeated Layla Diggs (NXT, May 26); Nattie defeated Maxxine Dupri (Raw, March 16). This was also the first time Nattie competed in NXT since June 4, 2024, defeating Izzi Dame. Nattie took Jaida to the mat in this contest and forced Ms. Parker to
Fallout From Brendan Sorsby Declaring For NFL’s Supplemental Draft
After all the twists and turns in the Brendan Sorsby saga, he is now planning to head where many originally projected he would land: the NFL’s supplemental draft. Sorsby has formally submitted his application to the league to turn pro later this summer. There is little concern that the NFL
Report: Vita Vea’s non-participation in minicamp is “contract-related”
Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea is attending the team’s mandatory minicamp, avoiding a $107,911 fine for missing all three days. He is not, however, participating. Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports that Vea’s absence from drills is “contract-related.” Vea, 31, is entering the final year of a $71 million contract
Bo Nix reveals the one question that ‘little kids’ can stop asking
Don’t worry, kids: Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix now feels 100 percent and ready to lead the team to its first Super Bowl win since the 2015 season. Nix — who broke his right ankle in a 33-30 AFC divisional-round win over the Buffalo Bills last season — participated in
‘We Don’t Take S–t,’ USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino Sends Message to Team During World Cup
The United States men’s national team is leaning on its national identity to fuel its play during the World Cup. Sebastian Berhalter discussed manager Mauricio Pochettino’s message to the team when games start to get physical. “‘We’re American, we don’t take s–t.’ That’s something he really drilled into us,” Berhalter
Michael Penix Jr. Expects To Be Ready For Training Camp
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. partially tore his left ACL last November, ending his season in Week 11. Roughly seven months later, the Falcons kicked off mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Penix will not be a full participant, however, as head coach Kevin Stefanski announced he has not been cleared for
Cowboys to sign OL Chris Glaser
The Cowboys are adding a former UFL player to their roster as they wrap up their offseason program. Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that they will sign offensive lineman Chris Glaser. Glaser played for the Columbus Aviators during the 2026 UFL season. Glaser entered the NFL as an undrafted
Cowboys get worrisome Pickens update after minicamp decision
Wide receiver George Pickens stayed away from the Dallas Cowboys throughout the voluntary portion of the offseason program. He reported for his physical on Monday morning ahead of the start of the team’s mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. For an update shared on Tuesday morning, NFL insider Jason La Canfora of SportsBoom US
WWE Raw Winners, Grades and Reaction From June 15
Last Time in Action: Charlotte Flair defeated Lyra Valkyria, Sol Ruca, and Jade Cargill (SmackDown, June 12); Roxanne Perez defeated Maxxine Dupri (Main Event, June 11) What should have been a dream match of sorts, featuring two women of different eras, was instead a thrown-together match-up used to help promote
Brendan Sorsby To Apply For NFL Supplemental Draft Entry
Following a stunning development last week that saw Brendan Sorsby maintain eligibility for the 2026 college season, the Texas Tech quarterback is now heading to the NFL. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Sorsby is applying to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. [RELATED: NCAA Appeals Brendan Sorsby Injunction] The prospect had
Brendan Sorsby’s lawyer is already working to ensure the NFL doesn’t try to punish him
When quarterback Brendan Sorsby hired attorney Jeffrey Kessler in May, the move had a dual purpose. Kessler has, for years, given both the NCAA and the NFL fits in court. From our initial item regarding the impact of the move on a potential decision to enter the supplemental draft: “That
Cowboys shown another reason to strike a deal with George Pickens
One of the most talked-about aspects of the offseason for the Dallas Cowboys has been their on-again, off-again situation with wide receiver George Pickens. The team still hasn’t notched a long-term contract deal with Pickens, and instead, they gave the wideout a franchise tag, guaranteeing him a high salary for
Stefon Diggs: We’re kind of figuring it out, working through some things
The NFL closed its Personal Conduct Policy investigation into Stefon Diggs last week, clearing the free agent wide receiver as he seeks a new team. Diggs, 32, addressed his future in an interview with Fox 5 DC on Monday, including the possibility of landing with his hometown Commanders. “I never
Cameron Jordan To Meet With Saints
There’s been optimism all offseason that Cameron Jordan will return to New Orleans for a 16th season. The actual signing may now be on the horizon. According to Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.football, the veteran defender is flying to New Orleans tomorrow for a sit-down with Saints brass. While there remains
NCAA files appeal in Brendan Sorsby case, seeks stay of injunction
The legal situation around Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is becoming more complicated. On Monday, one week after Sorsby secured a temporary injunction restoring his NCAA eligibility, the Big 12 sued Texas Tech for the right to sanction the school if Sorsby plays in any games. Also on Monday, the
Browns HC could get ‘uncomfortable’ with handling of QB competition
All that outsiders really know for sure about the competition for the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback job involving Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson is that first-year Browns head coach Todd Monken is extending the battle into the summer and training camp, which is set to begin in late July. During an appearance on the
Andrew Berry: Shedeur Sanders’ growth has truly been phenomenal
The Browns’ quarterback competition will extend into training camp, as head coach Todd Monken told reporters last week that he’s not yet ready to name a starter. But second-year QB Shedeur Sanders has taken steps in his development over the course of the offseason program, according to Cleveland’s brass. Late
Jets, G Joe Tippmann Agree To Extension
The Jets have taken care of another extension with plenty of time to spare before training camp. Guard Joe Tippmann is the latest player to receive a long-term commitment. Tippmann has agreed to a four-year deal, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. The extension has a value of $66.4MM and includes $34.9MM
















































