Colts To Add Lou Anarumo As DC
Although the news coming out of Chicago will probably be the biggest across the NFL today, the Colts have identified their next defensive coordinator. Lou Anarumo is the pick, according to ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter. Anarumo and Dennis Allen had been discussing the possibility of joining Ben Johnson wherever he landed,
Sunday’s Eddie George interview paved the way for the Bears to move quickly on Ben Johnson
From the moment the Bears fired coach Matt Eberflus, they were committed to conducting a wide-ranging and deliberate search for a new coach. From the moment the Lions’ season unexpectedly ended on Saturday night, the Bears apparently shifted their process into hyperdrive. The key to Monday’s abrupt conclusion to their
Why Cooper Kupp should remain in L.A. amid uncertain Rams future
Wide receiver Cooper Kupp might have played his last game with the Rams, but that shouldn’t mean he’s played his final home game at SoFi Stadium. On Monday, Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp addressed his uncertain future with the organization following a 28-22 loss to the Eagles in the NFC
Robert Saleh to have second interview with the Jaguars
With Ben Johnson off the table for the Jaguars, their search will move on to others. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports, and PFT has confirmed, that former Jets coach Robert Saleh will have a second interview with the Jaguars on Friday. Saleh’s first interview happened last week, in person. It’s
Patriots Request DC Interview With Dolphins’ Ryan Crow
As expected, new Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is targeting some of his former assistants for top coaching positions in New England. The Patriots have submitted a request to interview Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow for their defensive coordinator vacancy, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss. Crow began his NFL career
Cooper Kupp plans to keep playing, doesn’t know if it will be with Rams
Before the Rams revived their 2024 season, they were hoping to trade receiver Cooper Kupp. Once they start to dig out of a 1-4 hole, they decided to stand pat. Now that the season has ended, Kupp doesn’t know whether he’ll be back with the Rams. Via Sarah Barshop of
What Ben Johnson hire means for Bears, Lions
The Bears are reportedly finalizing a deal with Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to make him the organization’s head coach. Chicago is landing the most coveted coaching candidate on the market. In three seasons of Johnson coordinating Detroit’s offense, the Lions ranked no less than fourth in total offense and
NFL won’t instruct officials to throw flags for pulling runners
On Sunday, officials in the Ravens-Bills game didn’t throw a flag on Buffalo guard O’Cyrus Torrence for pulling running back James Cook into the end zone. Next Sunday, they won’t be throwing a flag if/when it happens again. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the NFL will not
Cowboys Have ‘Mutual Interest’ With Anthony Lynn For HC Job
Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury has been mentioned as an early contender for the Cowboys’ head coaching vacancy, but he may not want to leave Washington after his success with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Dallas may then pivot to Kingsbury’s run game coordinator and running backs coach, Anthony Lynn. He coached
With Ben Johnson off the board, what’s next for the Raiders?
With Ben Johnson off the board, the Raiders will have to look elsewhere for their next head coach. So where will they go? Beyond Johnson, they’ve shown interest in and/or interviewed Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken, Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, former Jets coach Robert
Insider explains when Dolphins could trade Hill this offseason
There remain more questions than answers at this stage of the Miami Dolphins’ offseason regarding whether or not star wide receiver Tyreek Hill will essentially force an exit from the club before the 2025 campaign gets underway. Per Dolphins reporter Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN, Hill may have to wait a bit of time to
Report: Rams assistant John Streicher is expected to reunite with Mike Vrabel
John Streicher will reunite with Mike Vrabel with the Patriots, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports. Streicher spent six seasons in Tennessee with Vrabel, serving as assistant to the head coach (2018-19), football development coordinator (2020-22) and director of football administration (2023). He went to the Rams after the Titans fired
Jets Schedule Second GM Interview With Lance Newmark
The Jets have scheduled a second interview for their general manager vacancy with Lance Newmark, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Newmark is currently the assistant GM for the Commanders, who he joined last offseason after 26 years with the Lions. In Detroit, he spearheaded scouting operations and roster management as senior
Liam Coen, Patrick Graham set for second interviews with Jaguars
Robert Saleh will have company in the second round of head coaching interviews in Jacksonville. According to multiple reports, Saleh is one of three candidates currently slated to meet with the Jaguars a second time. Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen and Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham also remain in the
Former Steelers WR echoes bold suggestion for Mike Tomlin
Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark and current NFL analyst Chase Daniel of The Athletic are among some of the noteworthy members of the football community who suggested after Pittsburgh’s 28-14 wild-card playoff loss to the rival Baltimore Ravens earlier this month that head coach Mike Tomlin “should look into whether or not
Initial number making the rounds for Ben Johnson is $13 million per year
We set the over/under at $14.5 million per year. That might have been high. But not by much. The early figure on the NFL grapevine for the Ben Johnson contract in Chicago is $13 million per year. If true (and one source characterized the figure as “speculation”), it’s a significant
Pete Carroll Moving Into Frontrunner Position For Raiders’ HC Job?
With Ben Johnson choosing to team with Caleb Williams in Chicago, his other two suitors will need backup plans. While Liam Coen has been closely tied to the Jags, the Raiders may have a more experienced option in mind. Pete Carroll was among the many candidates to meet with the
Report: Bears “heavily pursuing” Darren Rizzi for special teams coordinator job
The Bears aren’t wasting any time in putting together a coaching staff after hiring Ben Johnson as head coach. With Dennis Allen a favorite for the defensive coordinator job, the Saints also are heavily pursuing Darren Rizzi to be their special teams coach, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Rizzi replaced
Former Super Bowl champion now front-runner for Raiders’ HC job?
With Ben Johnson choosing to team with Caleb Williams in Chicago, his other two suitors will need backup plans. While Liam Coen has been closely tied to the Jags, the Raiders may have a more experienced option in mind. Pete Carroll was among the many candidates to meet with the Bears,
Taylor Rapp day to day; Christian Benford in concussion protocol
Bills cornerback Christian Benford was placed in concussion protocol after the victory over the Ravens, coach Sean McDermott said Monday. Benford was injured on the onside kick at the end of Sunday’s game. He was hit by Ravens linebacker Kristian Welch before Bills cornerback Rasul Douglas covered the ball. McDermott
Jaguars Schedule Second Robert Saleh HC Interview
With Ben Johnson having chosen the Bears, the AFC South team is looking at other options. After Robert Saleh impressed the Jaguars during his first meeting, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports a second interview is on tap. Saleh will meet again with Jags brass Friday. The former Jets HC interviewed for
Maxx Crosby on his future: There are a lot of things to be discussed
Maxx Crosby’s future has been the subject of speculation with the Raiders in a rebuild. The team’s best defensive player could fetch the Raiders some much needed draft picks. The edge rusher discussed his future during a recent appearance on Good Morning Football. “I’m currently under contract, but I have
NFL underdog report: NFL conference championships
The Chiefs and Eagles are each favored to win their conference championship games, setting the stage for a rematch of Super Bowl LVII. Of course, the Bills and Commanders have other plans. Here’s how each scores an upset victory. (odds via ESPN) Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles (-5.5) Sunday’s game
Bears finalizing deal to hire Ben Johnson as their head coach
The Bears have found their next head coach. According to multiple reports, they are finalizing a deal with Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to take over the reins of the team. Johnson interviewed with the team remotely during Detroit’s playoff bye week and he became eligible to move on to
Bears To Hire Ben Johnson As HC
January 20th, 2025 at 2:37pm CST by Sam Robinson No second interviews are coming for Ben Johnson, after all. The coveted coordinator has made his choice, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter reporting the Bears are expected to reach an agreement. More to come. Follow @PFRumors This content was brought to
Saints working to set up in-person interview with Mike McCarthy this week
Mike McCarthy interviewed with the Bears last week and the former Cowboys coach may have another meeting about a head coaching vacancy this week. Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports that the Saints are working to set up an in-person interview with McCarthy for this week. One of the complications with
Are Colts worried about Anthony Richardson’s latest injury issue?
The severe back spasms that sidelined second-year Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson for the final two weeks of the 2024 regular season sparked new concerns that he may simply be too injury-prone to serve as a long-term starter in the NFL. For a piece published Monday, ESPN’s Stephen Holder shared why the Colts aren’t losing sleep about that
C.J. Stroud: I’d love to have Stefon Diggs back, we were just getting started
The Texans picked up wide receiver Stefon Diggs last offseason, but his year was cut short by a torn ACL in Week Eight. Diggs had 47 catches for 493 yards and three touchdowns before his injury and it remains to be seen if he’ll be back for a second year
Aaron Glenn Lines Up Second Interview With Jets, Saints
The Lions’ upset loss on Saturday has made Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn available for head coaching hires earlier than expected. In the latter’s case, at least, things are developing quickly with respect to HC opportunities. Detroit’s defensive coordinator has a second interview lined up with the Jets, as first reported by Ian
Saints, Aaron Glenn set to meet in person on Wednesday
The Jets aren’t the only team set for a second interview with Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. According to multiple reports, the Saints will also have Glenn in for an in-person interview this week. Glenn met with both teams remotely a couple of weeks ago and is now able to
Sirianni discusses ‘connection’ that led Eagles to NFC Championship
Following an offseason filled with rumors regarding all that went wrong for the 2023 Philadelphia Eagles during their late-season collapse, the Eagles are now a home win over the division-rival Washington Commanders in this Sunday’s NFC Championship Game away from playing in Super Bowl LIX. After the Eagles earned what became a
Aaron Glenn to have second interview with Jets
Teams looking for head coaches can start having in-person interviews with assistants from other clubs this week and the Jets have lined one up. NFL Media reports that they will meet with Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn about their vacancy. They had a remote interview with Glenn during the Lions’
Kellen Moore Frontrunner For Cowboys’ HC Position?
Last week, Kellen Moore was named as one of two top candidates for the Cowboys’ head coaching position. He cannot be hired at this point with the Eagles amongst the four teams still in the postseason, but at this point he appears to be in pole position. Moore is currently the frontrunner
Tom Brady finally addressed (sort of) his role with Raiders — but never said Ben Johnson’s name
Tom Brady’s conflict of interest between his job with Fox and his partial ownership of the Raiders took center stage on Saturday night, given his team’s interest in Lions coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn. Fox had an absolute obligation to disclose the situation to the audience at the outset
Dan Quinn says he’s never seen a rookie like Jayden Daniels
Quarterback Jayden Daniels was already the presumptive Offensive Rookie of the Year Award winner before he guided the Washington Commanders to upset playoff victories at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and at the top-seeded Detroit Lions. Following Washington’s 45-31 divisional-round win in Detroit on Saturday night, NFL insider Albert Breer of
Sean McDermott: Buffalo’s a city of winners
A comment made in a press conference in Baltimore last week caught the attention of Bills head coach Sean McDermott and he referenced it while talking to reporters after Sunday’s 27-25 win over the Ravens. While conversing with Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, Baltimore radio host Jerry Coleman said Bills
Matthew Stafford To Contemplate Future
The Rams’ season came to an end yesterday, and as a result questions have been raised regarding Matthew Stafford. The Super Bowl-winning quarterback is still under contract, but he and the team are in the midst of a year-to-year approach. Stafford negotiated a restructured deal this offseason, one which moved up
A.J. Brown says snow game was not fun: “I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy”
A.J. Brown is not a fan of snow games. The Eagles’ receiver had only two catches for 14 yards on seven targets and said the snowy conditions that worsened throughout the second half “affected everything.” “You see it? I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy,” Brown said postgame. “That
Ravens defend Andrews after costly miscues in playoff loss to Bills
Tight end Mark Andrews will go down as one of the greatest offensive players in the history of the Baltimore Ravens, but a pair of costly mistakes he made in Sunday’s 27-25 divisional-round loss at the Buffalo Bills may forever haunt him if he never plays in a Super Bowl. Following
Derrick Henry on Lamar Jackson: I came in being a teammate and found a brother
The Ravens came up short in Sunday’s divisional-round matchup against the Bills. But Baltimore did accomplish plenty in the 2024 season — the team’s first year with a backfield tandem of quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry. After the game, Henry complimented Jackson as a player, teammate, and
Saints Schedule Second HC Interviews With Mike Kafka, Anthony Weaver
Many coaches whose seasons are now over are free to interview for head coaching vacancies around the league. The Saints’ search is ongoing, but its second phase will include a pair of staffers who did not work for playoff teams in 2024. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports Giants offensive
Brian Schottenheimer is the new betting favorite to coach the Cowboys
The DraftKings odds for the next Cowboys coach, which have been more on-again/off-again of late than Elaine Benes and David Puddy, are back up. And there’s a new favorite. Current Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer now leads the way, at -250. Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, who spent five years
Jackson vents frustrations after Ravens’ latest playoff heartbreak
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson may officially become a three-time regular-season Most Valuable Player Award winner next month, but he fell to 3-5 as a postseason starter via Baltimore’s 27-25 divisional-round loss at the Buffalo Bills on Sunday evening. Following the defeat, Jackson spoke openly about his latest playoff heartbreak. “Every time we
Penei Sewell: It’s BS to blame Jared Goff for playoff loss
The Lions spent Sunday cleaning out their lockers and reflecting on Saturday night’s loss to the Commanders rather than preparing for the NFC Championship Game. It was a rapid change of circumstances for a 15-win team that many thought would go on to represent the conference in the Super Bowl
Harbaugh has classy comment about Andrews after his drop
Mark Andrews blew it for the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, but John Harbaugh isn’t about to change his feelings towards his tight end. Andrews lost a fumble with his Ravens down 24-19 to the Buffalo Bills in their AFC divisional round playoff game at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y.
Saquon Barkley: Games like this are why I came to Philly
Running back Saquon Barkley’s first regular season with the Eagles was one for the record books and he hasn’t stopped making history in the postseason. Barkley set single-game and single-season rushing records in the regular season and he set the team’s single-game postseason mark on Sunday. Barkley ran for 205
WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event XXXVIII Match Card Predictions Ahead of Go-Home Raw | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event returns to NBC and Peacock on January 25 with another jam-packed lineup, with Jey Uso challenging world heavyweight champion Gunther in the main event. Will Uso YEET his way to the most prestigious singles title on Raw, or will Gunther once again halt Uso’s progression
Matthew Stafford TD pass to Tyler Higbee gives Rams 7-6 lead over Eagles
While the Eagles got a touchdown on their opening drive, the Rams got one, too, to take a 7-6 lead in the first quarter. Quarterback Matthew Stafford hit tight end Tyler Higbee for a 4-yard touchdown and the club took a one-point lead with Joshua Karty’s successful extra point. The
Saquon Barkley has 2,329 yards in regular and postseason, only Terrell Davis had more
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley sat out Week 18 instead of going for the NFL’s regular-season rushing record. But Barkley now has a chance to break the NFL’s regular-season+postseason rushing record. After gaining 205 yards against the Rams on Sunday, Barkley has totaled 2,329 rushing yards in the regular season
Bears complete interview with Eddie George
The Bears, at some point, will hire a new head coach. For now, they are not done interviewing. The Bears announced they have completed an interview with Tennessee State coach Eddie George on Sunday. George is the 17th coach to interview for the position. George, a Heisman Trophy winner and