Nazeeh Johnson: Chiefs knew Josh Allen’s tendencies for QB sneaks
Success in the playoffs hinges in many respects on the ability to crack another team’s code. And on the ability to keep its own code from getting cracked. Chiefs safety Nazeeh Johnson has spilled the beans about the code the Kansas City defense cracked as to the Buffalo offense. Appearing
Bills Don’t Regret Amari Cooper Trade, Would Consider Re-Signing WR
Amari Cooper‘s half-season stint in Buffalo didn’t necessarily go as planned. After being shipped from the Browns to the Bills in October, the veteran wideout was limited to only 20 receptions and a career-worst 37.1 yards per game. Despite the disappointing results, it sounds like Bills GM Brandon Beane would
2025 Senior Bowl Takeaways: Jalen Milroe Shows Upside After Up-and-Down Week and More | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Nebraska cornerback Tommi HillNathanial George/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images A fascinating dynamic emerges at each and every Senior Bowl event. Certain positions are set up to succeed more so than others. Case in point, wide receivers are often given far more time and room to beat the jam and create
NFL Draft intel: Marshall edge-rusher’s stock should skyrocket after he dismantled O-lineman at Senior Bowl
Apparently, Green felt like his work was done. Per ESPN’s Field Yates, the pass-rusher will not play in the game on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. ET and is headed home to continue preparing for the draft. Scouts probably would’ve liked to see Green — who led the FBS in sacks
Troy Aikman says he hasn’t heard from the NFL about his officiating criticism
ESPN’s Troy Aikman pulls no punches when it comes to officiating blunders. And despite the league’s tendency toward the supersensitive when it comes to criticism of officials, Aikman says he’s never gotten any blowback from 345 Park Avenue. “I never have,” Aikman told Jimmy Traina of SI.com. “I’ve never heard
Texans Add Brian Johnson, Grant Udinski To List Of OC Candidates
The Texans have cast a relatively wide net in their search for a new offensive coordinator, and we’ve got two more names to add to the growing list of candidates. According to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz, the Texans have requested an interview with Commanders pass game coordinator Brian Johnson. Meanwhile,
Texans complete interview with Vikings assistant Grant Udinski
The Texans completed an interview with Vikings assistant offensive coordinator/assistant quarterbacks coach Grant Udinski today. Udinski has never been a full position coach but has had four offensive coordinator interviews. The Vikings hired him in 2022 as an assistant to the head coach/special projects before he was promoted to assistant
Troubling precedent leads to concern over Tucker allegations
Justin Tucker might have attempted his last field goal with the Ravens. But considering the league’s history of pathetic responses to misconduct towards women, it likely won’t have anything to do with Thursday’s troubling allegations. The Baltimore Banner published a detailed account of Tucker’s alleged inappropriate behavior at Baltimore-area massage
Giants to hire Illinois assistant Grant Morgan
The Giants are hiring Illinois assistant linebackers coach Grant Morgan, Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports. It is unknown what Morgan’s job title will be, but he will serve under defensive coordinator Shane Bowen. Morgan spent the past two seasons at Illinois under Bret Bielema. Morgan played at Arkansas when
Chiefs WR Skyy Moore Returns To Practice
Skyy Moore could be activated to the 53-man roster just in time for the Super Bowl. The Chiefs announced that the wide receiver has been designated to return from IR and was a limited participant at today’s practice. Moore landed on injured reserve back in October thanks to a core
DeVonta Smith, Cam Jurgens, Landon Dickerson remain out of Eagles’ practice
Center Cam Jurgens (back), wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) and left guard Landon Dickerson (knee) remained out of Thursday’s practice for the Eagles. Smith was not listed on Philadelphia’s report last week. He was on the field for 83 percent of the Eagles’ offensive snaps in the NFC Championship Game
Report indicates Belichick ‘wasn’t pleased’ with Raiders hiring Carroll
It was reported Wednesday that Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady had “zero interest in hiring” Bill Belichick as the club’s next head coach even though the two spoke at some point after Belichick became the head coach of the North Carolina football program and before Las Vegas hired Pete Carroll. On Thursday, NFL insider
Chiefs designate Skyy Moore to return from IR, list him as limited on Thursday
The Chiefs did not have anything notable on their Wednesday injury report, which was an estimate. But that is not the case on Thursday. Kansas City has designated receiver Skyy Moore to return from injured reserve and he was limited in the session. Moore has been sidelined since October with
Moore, Saints, Rizzi, Cowboys, Bears, Jets, Panthers, Hill, Raiders
January 30th, 2025 at 4:39pm CST by Sam Robinson With Mike McCarthy following Joe Brady and Kliff Kingsbury out of the Saints HC pursuit, Kellen Moore looms as the presumptive favorite. While SI.com’s Albert Breer agrees with that classification, he does not view Darren Rizzi as being out of the
Duke Tobin: Jermaine Burton has done nothing to deserve a spot on the Bengals’ roster
Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton had a disappointing rookie season after Cincinnati drafted him in the third round last year, and he’s on notice that he’s going to have to shape up to make the roster in 2025. Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin was asked by the Cincinnati
Former QB explains how Josh McDaniels can help Drake Maye improve
A recent story detailed how newly hired New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels will “adapt his system to” quarterback Drake Maye “much like (McDaniels) did for Matt Cassel when Tom Brady went down with a season-ending injury (in 2008) and later when Cam Newton took over post-Brady (in 2020).” On
Andy Reid: Joe Thuney probably will be at left tackle again
The Chiefs signed veteran D.J. Humphries during the regular season with the hope that he’d solidify their left tackle spot, but a hamstring injury in his first game forced the Chiefs to go with another option. Left guard Joe Thuney kicked out to the tackle spot with Mike Caliendo taking
Momentum Building For Mike Kafka To Reclaim Giants’ Play-Calling Duties
Going 3-14, the Giants are attempting to get by while making only minor staff changes. In addition to retaining their GM and HC, the Giants are keeping OC Mike Kafka and DC Shane Bowen. Only DBs coach Jerome Henderson has become a notable scapegoat thus far. This is a rather
Former Steelers G.M. Kevin Colbert takes consulting job with Colorado State
Former Steelers General Manager Kevin Colbert has a new job. Per Pete Thamel of ESPN, Colbert is joining Colorado State as a consultant. Colbert retired as Pittsburgh’s G.M. after the 2022 draft, with Omar Khan getting promoted to the role. Colbert had been with the Steelers since 2000, joining the
NFL responds to allegations against Justin Tucker
The NFL has issued a statement in response to troubling allegations made against Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker. In a statement, NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said the league only became aware of the allegations from the reporter who was investigating them, and the information had not been previously shared with
NFL: 2025 season had the fewest concussions since tracking started in 2015
Efforts to limit the number of concussions during the NFL season took a big step in the right direction in 2024. NFL executive vice president Jeff Miller said on a media call Thursday that the number of recorded concussions around the league were the fewest of any year since tracking
Ravens’ Justin Tucker Accused Of Sexual Misconduct By Several Massage Therapists
Six massage therapists have accused Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior during treatments that occurred between 2012-16, the Baltimore Banner’s Julie Scharper, Brenna Smith and Justin Fenton report. The alleged inappropriate conduct took place at four high-end Baltimore-area spas and wellness centers. Tucker is accused of “exposing his
James Cook says Bills can’t blame the refs: “Don’t give a ref nothing to call”
Bills running back James Cook says he won’t blame the officiating for losing the AFC Championship Game. Asked about the officiating complaints stemming from Sunday’s game in Kansas City and particularly a failed fourth down conversion attempt by Josh Allen, Cook said his philosophy is that the Bills need to
Justin Tucker accused of sexual misconduct by massage therapists
Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker is facing some troubling allegations after a story was published about him on Thursday. In a lengthy article from The Baltimore Banner, Tucker is accused of “inappropriate sexual behavior” toward six different massage therapists in the Baltimore area. The therapists, who remained anonymous out of
Titans announce Dave Ziegler, Reggie McKenzie hirings
The Titans officially announced two of the moves they’ve made to overhaul their personnel department in recent days. In addition to hiring Mike Borgonzi as their new General Manager, the Titans announced that Dave Ziegler will be their assistant G.M. and Reggie McKenzie will have the title of vice president/football
Bengals Want To Re-Sign Tee Higgins At ‘Right Number’
Duke Tobin has made definitive proclamations on Tee Higgins during each of the past two winters. The de facto Bengals GM declared his No. 2 wide receiver unavailable in trades at the 2023 Combine and then franchise-tagged him last year. Barring a second franchise tag, Higgins is poised to hit
Cam Heyward: We didn’t have enough cohesion on defense
Much of the focus on what the Steelers will do to improve on their 2024 results has been on the quarterback position, but it’s not the only area where there’s room for improvement this offseason. Defensive lineman Cam Heyward identified another one during an appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio this
Four Eagles named as top free agents for 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles still have unfinished business in Super Bowl LIX but once the season is over, they could struggle to keep these players considered among the NFL’s best available. Using factors such as age, positional value and input from national reporter Jeremy Fowler, ESPN’s Matt Bowen came up with a list
Eagles open practice windows for Brandon Graham, C.J. Uzomah
Defensive end Brandon Graham’s bid to return to action in the Super Bowl has taken a step forward. Graham was thought to be done for the season when he tore his triceps in Week 12, but he has been talking about a potential return over the last few weeks and
Ken Dorsey On Cowboys’ OC Radar; Latest On Brian Schottenheimer’s Staff
The Cowboys have conducted two interviews for their OC role already, but neither of the early candidates — the Falcons’ Kevin Koger and Cardinals’ Klayton Adams — have experience in the role. Brian Schottenheimer is now moving to see about a meeting with a seasoned option. Following his second firing
Brandon Beane doesn’t rule out extension for Josh Allen in coming offseason
Could a contract extension be in the works for Bills quarterback Josh Allen this offseason? General Manager Brandon Beane didn’t rule it out during his season-ending press conference. Allen, who will turn 29 in May, had an MVP-caliber year with 3,731 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and a career-low six interceptions.
Eagles designate key defender for return
Graham, who had said before this season he would retire after it wrapped, will practice Thursday. The Eagles designated the 15th-year defensive end and tight end C.J. Uzomah for return. Additionally, the Eagles signed running back Lew Nichols to their practice squad and released tight end Nick Muse. A Graham
How’s Bill Belichick feeling about the Raiders hiring Pete Carroll?
Since Bill Belichick doesn’t regard PFT as a “good source for me,” he won’t be reading this. Three weeks ago, NFL Media reported that the Raiders and other teams “inquired” as to whether Belichick would reconsider his move to college football — with minority owner/majority influence Tom Brady speaking to
Eagles Designate Brandon Graham, C.J. Uzomah For Return
Viewed as likely to miss the rest of the season upon suffering a torn triceps muscle in November, Brandon Graham held out hope for a return if the Eagles booked a Super Bowl trip. Now that Super Bowl LIX will feature Philadelphia, the Eagles will see about a potential comeback.
Bills G.M. Brandon Beane: We’ll keep kicking the door and knock it down
The Bills fell short of the Super Bowl once again this season, but General Manager Brandon Beane said on Thursday that he doesn’t believe “you have to blow it all up” in order to get over the hump. Beane held an end of season press conference and said that he
The ‘2024-25 NFL rushing leaders’ quiz
As Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson celebrates his 23rd birthday today, he’ll also be celebrating as a Pro Bowler for the first time. Robinson, who rushed for 1,456 yards and 14 touchdowns while adding another 431 receiving yards, was selected to replace Super Bowl-bound Saquon Barkley. After an underwhelming
Cam Newton says he wouldn’t trade his MVP award for a Super Bowl championship
In 2015, Panthers quarterback Cam Newton was named NFL MVP, but when he got to the Super Bowl at the end of that season, Carolina lost. If Newton could change that — give back the MVP but get the chance to hoist the Lombardi Trophy — he says he wouldn’t.
Packers To Add DeMarcus Covington, Promote Sean Mannion
One of Jerod Mayo‘s coordinators is expected to land elsewhere. DeMarcus Covington is expected to become the Packers’ defensive line coach, ESPN.com’s Rob Demovsky reports. Although Covington interviewed for the Bengals’ defensive coordinator job, he has not been connected to another coordinator position since. In addition to the Covington move,
How much will Ja’Marr Chase want from the Bengals?
So it’s a “priority” for the Bengals to sign receiver Ja’Marr Chase to a new deal? Yeah, welcome to 2024. Then again, the Bengals always seem to be behind the times, when it comes to taking a crowbar to Mike Brown’s piggy bank. Extending Chase last year was also a
Five positions new HC Pete Carroll, GM must address for Raiders
New Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll and GM John Spytek are embracing their opportunities with one of the NFL’s more downtrodden franchises. That’s a good thing because they have an arduous challenge to turn around the Raiders, who finished 6-11, 8-9 and 4-13 over the past three seasons.
Super Bowl Odds 2025: Over/Under, Box Score and Prop Picks for Chiefs vs. Eagles | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Oddsmakers expect the Chiefs to hit the over on 2.5 touchdowns (-175; bet $175 to win $100). We so wholeheartedly agree that we’re hopping on this line even without favorable odds. Kansas City’s passing game has more layers than it’s had all season. And since the rushing attack lacks explosion—Isiah
Bears, Jaguars, Jets Request Interview With Commanders’ David Blough
David Blough‘s quarterback career lasted through the 2023 season, and the veteran reserve opted to transition to coaching before his 30th birthday. He is already generating extensive interest about moving up the ladder. The Commanders hired Blough last year, and he spent the season as their assistant QBs coach. As
Seahawks receive permission to interview Saints QB coach Andrew Janocko
New Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak may be bringing an assistant with him from New Orleans. Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports that the Seahawks have requested and received permission to interview Saints quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko. Kubiak was the Saints’ offensive coordinator last season. Terrell adds that the Saints have
Insider addresses Todd Bowles rumors after Liam Coen’s defection
Shortly after it was reported that Liam Coen would reject an opportunity to become the Jacksonville Jaguars’ next head coach to stay with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as their offensive coordinator, some suggested that Buccaneers ownership viewed Coen as an eventual replacement for current Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles. However, the situation took a dramatic
Amon-Ra St. Brown on coaching changes: We’ll be OK, players make plays
Wednesday brought word that Steve Heiden will leave his job as the Lions’ tight ends coach in order to coach the Jets’ offensive line and he’s the latest in a long list of coaches to leave the team since their playoff loss to the Commanders. That’s one of the consequences
The ‘2024-25 NFL rushing touchdown leaders by team’ quiz
When the 2024-25 NFL season kicked off, running back Kareem Hunt was a free agent looking for one more opportunity. Then Kansas City Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco broke his fibula in Week 2, and Hunt got his opportunity. In his second stint with the Chiefs Hunt appeared in 13 games,
Travis Kelce loves being seen as a villain
The Chiefs are going for their third straight Super Bowl win and they’re in the game for the fifth time in six years, so it’s no surprise that fatigue has set in from fans who would like to see a little more variety at the top of the league. That
Inside sources expand on stories linking Wilson with Raiders
The Athletic’s Jeff Howe raised some eyebrows when he reported last week that current Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson “could be a stopgap” option for the Las Vegas Raiders regarding the 2025 season in part because the pending free agent and new Raiders head coach Pete Carroll have “mended fences.” ESPN NFL insider
Everything You Need to Know About the New UEFA Champions League Knockout Bracket | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Liverpool, Barcelona, Arsenal, Internazionale, Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Lille and Aston Villa will head straight to the round of 16, putting them all one step closer to the final and giving them a couple of midweek fixtures off. Each team is seeded based on its finish in the league phase,
Report reveals Steelers may have surprising QB preference
It has been widely reported that the Pittsburgh Steelers will not bring back both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields in free agency for the 2025 season. They may bring back one, however, and they may have a pretty strong lean toward one over the other. James Palmer of Underdog Fantasy
















































