AFC West Notes: Moss, Raiders, Chargers
While the Broncos were able to contain Jerry Jeudy when they opted to use All-Pro Patrick Surtain on their former receiver, the first-year Browns contributor otherwise preyed on the team’s primary Riley Moss replacement during a dominant Monday-night showing. Free agency addition Levi Wallace struggled mightily, leading to a late-game
Aidan O’Connell missed Thursday practice with an illness
There’s some more clarity as to why quarterback Aidan O’Connell was not spotted at practice for the Raiders on Thursday. O’Connell did not participate in the session due to an illness, according to the club’s injury report. If O’Connell is able to return to the field on Friday, he should
Steelers’ Arthur Smith sends message to George Pickens after latest incidents
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin raised some eyebrows when he said that wide receiver George Pickens has “just gotta grow up” after Pickens was flagged twice for unsportsmanlike conduct in the club’s 44-38 win over the Cincinnati Bengals this past Sunday. On Thursday, Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith used
Seahawks activate Uchenna Nwosu – NBC Sports
Thursday has been a good day for Seahawks edge rusher Uchenna Nwosu. The NFL announced that Nwosu has been nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award early in the day and the Seahawks activated him from injured reserve later in the day. Nwosu missed the first four
Seahawks Activate Uchenna Nwosu From IR
As they vie for their first NFC West title since 2020, the Seahawks will have some more help in a crucial division matchup. They are activating Uchenna Nwosu ahead of Sunday’s Cardinals rematch, ESPN.com’s Brady Henderson notes. Nwosu has missed almost all of this season, sustaining separate injuries that have
DJ Moore, D’Andre Swift remain out of Thursday practice
Two key Bears offensive players remained out of practice on Thursday, though one did return. Receiver DJ Moore (quad) and running back D’Andre Swift (quad) were both non-participants for the second consecutive day. Moore and Swift currently lead the Bears in receiving and rushing, respectively. Their Friday practice status will
NFL Draft intel: Penn State TE’s stock soars while SEC QB’s plummets
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay. From Penn State’s prolific tight end to Arizona State’s bruising running back, here are five players we are tracking: Penn State’s Tyler Warren continues to look like the TE1 in the 2025 class On Tuesday,
Cardinals rookie CB Elijah Jones designated for return from IR
The Cardinals defense got first-round pick Darius Robinson on the field for the first time this season in Week 13 and the defensive lineman might not be the only member of the draft class who returns to action in the final weeks of the regular season. The team announced on
Cowboys’ Zack Martin To Undergo Season-Ending Ankle Surgery
Zack Martin suffered an ankle injury in Week 11, and it will keep him out of the Cowboys’ lineup for the rest of the year. The future Hall of Fame guard will undergo season-ending surgery, head coach Mike McCarthy announced on Thursday. Martin operated as a full-time starter during his 10
Zack Martin will have season-ending ankle surgery
Cowboys right guard Zack Martin’s 2024 season is over. Head coach Mike McCarthy announced on Thursday that Martin will have surgery on the ankle injury that sidelined him in the team’s last two games. Martin will now miss the team’s five remaining games of this season and move into an
Injured Texans TE agrees to one-year extension
Brevin Jordan was on track for free agency, but that will no longer occur. The fourth-year tight end worked out a Texans extension on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. This will be a one-year deal, meaning Jordan will remain in Houston for the 2025 campaign. His season was
Jonathan Greenard named the NFC defensive player of the month
The Vikings went 4-0 in November and defensive end Jonathan Greenard’s play helped them go on that winning run. Greenard had two sacks against the Colts in Week Nine and two more against the Bears in Week 12 while also recording 13 tackles, eight tackles for loss, two passes defensed
Texans, TE Brevin Jordan Agree To Extension
Brevin Jordan was on track for free agency, but that will no longer be the case. The fourth-year tight end worked out a Texans extension on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. This will be a one-year deal, meaning Jordan will remain in Houston for the 2025 campaign. His season
Caleb Williams: “I didn’t have enough tempo” at the end of Thanksgiving game
A week ago, Chicago finished its Thanksgiving matchup against Detroit in embarrassing fashion when time expired on the offense with a timeout still to use. Former head coach Matt Eberflus’ role in the debacle was obvious and he was fired the next day. But quarterback Caleb Williams also took accountability
Bears’ Caleb Williams addresses Matt Eberflus firing, uncertain future
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has dealt with the in-season firings of both offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and head coach Matt Eberflus during what’s become a frustrating rookie season. On Wednesday, Williams spoke with reporters for the first time since Eberflus was shown the door following Chicago’s loss to the
Logan Wilson is expected to miss rest of season due to knee procedure
The Bengals have lost another key player. Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Media, linebacker Logan Wilson underwent a surgical cleanup procedure on his knee on Thursday morning and is expected to miss the rest of the season. While Cincinnati’s defense has struggled this season, losing Wilson is still significant. He
Bengals LB Logan Wilson Undergoes Knee Surgery, Likely To Miss Remainder Of Season
The Bengals have struggled on defense while dealing with multiple injuries this season, and the unit will be further shorthanded the rest of the way. Linebacker Logan Wilson underwent a cleanup procedure on his knee Thursday morning, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. As a result of the surgery, Wilson is expected
NFL announces Walter Payton Man of the Year nominees
The NFL has announced this year’s nominees for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. Each NFL team nominates one player for the award, which recognizes players who excel both on the field and in their communities. “The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award celebrates Walter’s enduring
Report shares if Mike Vrabel would consider joining Jets
Former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel earned three Super Bowl rings playing under Bill Belichick with the New England Patriots from 2001 through the 2008 season. Thus, some believe Vrabel would listen if Belichick said to avoid becoming the next head coach of the New York Jets this offseason. During the
Beware the fake George McCaskey account on Twitter
While discussing the recent firing of Bears coach Matt Eberflus, I uttered the name “George McCaskey” in the presence of my phone. Which meant, of course, that Twitter then suggested I follow its George McCaskey account. I checked the page. It’s followed (as of this posting) by NFL P.R. executive
Bengals To Sign K Cade York
The Bengals have signed kicker Cade York to their practice squad after Evan McPherson suffered a groin injury, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. McPherson will be sidelined for a few weeks with a groin injury, per Garafolo, which forced Cincinnati to work out some veteran free agents on Wednesday
Micah Hyde “honored” to be back with Bills
Veteran safety Micah Hyde said in May that he would either return to the Bills or retire and it looked like the latter was going to be the case once we hit December, but Hyde isn’t done yet. The Bills signed Hyde to their practice squad on Wednesday and he
Kirk Cousins addresses Minnesota return
A couple of months after quarterback Kirk Cousins left the Minnesota Vikings via free agency and signed a four-year contract reportedly worth $180M that included $100M guaranteed to join the Atlanta Falcons, he acknowledged that facing the Vikings in Minnesota this season would “be a unique experience.” That game will take place at
D.J. Reed: I was wrong to criticize officials
Jets cornerback D.J. Reed went on social media to rip the officiating in last Sunday’s loss to the Seahawks, but he backtracked from that stance on Wednesday. Reed wrote that the officials for the game “suck” and should be ashamed of themselves, but said on Wednesday that he was still
Jets Open Practice Window For Allen Lazard, Wes Schweitzer
The Jets have opened the practice window for wide receiver Allen Lazard and offensive guard Wes Schweitzer to return from injured reserve, per ESPN’s Rich Cimini. Lazard landed on injured reserve at the end of October due to a chest injury after a solid start to the year. With 412
Chuba Hubbard: OT fumble a big mistake, I just have to get back to work
Running back Chuba Hubbard has been a reliable producer for the Panthers this season and he signed a contract extension that reflects his contributions to the team, but he had a low point last Sunday. One play after a remarkable catch by wide receiver Adam Thielen put the Panthers inside
Christian McCaffrey shares first message after season-ending injury
Christian McCaffrey on Wednesday shared his first message to his fans after suffering a season-ending injury on Sunday. McCaffrey suffered an injury to the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) in his left knee in the 49ers’ loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. The injury will take him out for at
Fred Warner intends to keep playing through ankle injury
The 49ers shut down running back Christian McCaffrey this week and their 5-7 record suggests it won’t be long before their playoff hopes are gone as well, but linebacker Fred Warner isn’t looking to join McCaffrey on the sideline. Warner revealed last week that he’s playing with a fracture in
Ohio State T Josh Simmons Declares For 2025 Draft
One of the 2025 draft’s top offensive tackle prospects has officially declared. Ohio State offensive tackle Josh Simmons is heading to the NFL for the 2025 campaign, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. [RELATED: LSU T Will Campbell Declares For 2025 Draft] Simmons was once in contention to be the first lineman
Early National Signing Day 2024: Grading Every Top 25 Team’s Recruiting Class on Day | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Carmen Mandato/Getty Images Key signees: 5-star WR Caleb Cunningham, 4-star IOL Devin Harper, 4-star CB Maison Dunn Analysis: It’s been Flip-mas season early in Oxford, as coach Lane Kiffin got an elite in-state player in Cunningham as well as Harper in the fold after they were pledged to Alabama and
The ‘Most 10+ rushing touchdown seasons in the NFL’ quiz
The Detroit Lions offense has been a juggernaut this season, and a big reason why is their lethal one-two running back punch of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. The pair have combined for 1,693 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns in 2024, and the Lions are fourth in the NFL with
DeVonta Smith returns to full practice participation
Wide receiver DeVonta Smith looks like he’s on track to return to the Eagles lineup against the Panthers on Sunday. Smith was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Smith has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, but practiced on a limited basis last week and was
Minor NFL Transactions: 12/4/24
Today’s minor moves: Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Dallas Cowboys Detroit Lions Kansas City Chiefs Miami Dolphins New Orleans Saints New York Giants Designated for return: LB Dyontae Johnson Philadelphia Eagles San Francisco 49ers Tennessee Titans Spencer Shrader‘s hamstring injury will knock him out for the next four weeks, and with
Ladd McConkey limited in Wednesday’s practice
Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey (knee/shoulder) had a limited practice Wednesday. He exited Sunday’s win over the Falcons with his knee issue but had a season-high nine catches for 117 yards. McConkey leads the team with 58 receptions for 815 yards with four touchdowns this season. Linebacker Dayan Henley (knee) and
NFC player, coach or executive with most at stake down the stretch
As the NFL heads into the final stretch of the season, many players, coaches and executives are facing enormous pressure. Ahead of Week 14, Yardbarker NFL writers identify those in the NFC who have the most at stake on each team. NFC East DALLAS COWBOYS (5-7) | Owner Jerry Jones
Christian McCaffrey: This just wasn’t my year, and sometimes when it rains, it pours
First, it was bilateral Achilles tendinitis. Then, it was a posterior cruciate ligament injury. 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey practiced little and played less this season, seeing action in four games with 65 touches. He is out for the season with his knee injury that will require a six-week recovery.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 12/4/24
December 4th, 2024 at 8:31pm CST by Ben Levine Today’s practice squad transactions: Arizona Cardinals Atlanta Falcons Dallas Cowboys Las Vegas Raiders Miami Dolphins Minnesota Vikings New York Jets Philadelphia Eagles San Francisco 49ers Follow @PFRumors This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Tua Tagovailoa: Dolphins’ losing record stems from me putting myself in harm’s way
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa believes his team’s disappointing season is a direct reflection on his failure to protect himself from a concussion that caused him to miss four games. Tagovailoa told reporters he is “very surprised” by the Dolphins’ 5-7 record and said it doesn’t reflect the entire team but
AFC player, coach or executive with most at stake down the stretch
As the NFL heads into the final stretch of the season, many players, coaches and executives are under intense scrutiny. Ahead of Week 14, Yardbarker NFL writers identify those in the AFC with the most at stake on each team. AFC East BUFFALO BILLS (10-2) | QB Josh Allen |
Aaron Rodgers: “Ridiculous” to think Jets future hinges on next five games
The Jets have five games left. Aaron Rodgers has five games left with the Jets. Rodgers was asked by reporters on Wednesday whether he believes the final 2024 games will determine whether the Jets want to keep him for 2025. “I think it is ridiculous, with all due respect,” Rodgers
Chargers Designate LB Junior Colson For Return
It sounds like Junior Colson will soon resume his rookie season. The Chargers linebacker is expected to return to practice this week, coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters (including Daniel Popper of The Athletic). [RELATED: Chargers Place Junior Colson On IR] Colson suffered an ankle injury in Week 9 that’s sidelined
Kyle Shanahan on Caleb Williams: “As talented as there is”
On Tuesday morning’s PFT Live, I threw out the idea of the Bears ditching the normal approach to hiring head coaches and calling the 49ers to see whether they’d be willing to trade Kyle Shanahan. It’s either a good idea, or it’s a slow week. Regardless, Shanahan was asked about
Ravens suspend WR for one game
The Ravens have suspended veteran wide receiver Diontae Johnson for one game, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. General manager Eric DeCosta issued the following statement on the team’s decision: “We have made the difficult decision to suspend Diontae Johnson for our upcoming game against the New York Giants for conduct detrimental to the
Caleb Williams not happy about Bears’ changes but vows to “keep going”
Caleb Williams transferred from Oklahoma to USC, following Lincoln Riley after his freshman college season. So, he knows all about change. Still, it wasn’t easy to see offensive coordinator and play caller Shane Waldron fired Nov. 12, and then head coach Matt Eberflus let go three weeks later. “The human
Bears Considering Thomas Brown For Full-Time HC Post; Latest On Matt Eberflus’ Firing
Over the past seven offseasons, only one team (the Raiders) has moved an interim HC to the full-time post. Antonio Pierce is 2-10 to start his stay in that role. The Bears are still high on their interim option and are planning to give him a true look. Thomas Brown
NFL takes another big step toward legalizing marijuana use by players
The NFL and the NFL Players Association have tweaked the substance abuse policy. Among the changes, the threshold for a positive test has been significantly increased. PFT has obtained the new policies negotiated by the league and the NFLPA. The prior limit for THC concentration was 150 ng/ml. As of
Azeez Al-Shaair has defiant social media post after suspension is upheld
Azeez Al-Shaair appears to be done apologizing for the hit that injured Trevor Lawrence. The Houston Texans linebacker Al-Shaair officially had his suspension upheld by the NFL on Wednesday. The league had decided earlier in the week to suspend Al-Shaair multiple games for his dirty hit that concussed Jacksonville Jaguars
Report: Trevor Lawrence will undergo shoulder surgery
Already on injured reserve with a concussion, Trevor Lawrence’s season likely was finished anyway. If there was any questions about whether he might return for Week 18, the Jaguars quarterback now definitively is done. He will undergo season-ending surgery on the AC joint injury in his left shoulder, Ian Rapoport
Jaguars Place Trevor Lawrence On IR
10:00pm: While Lawrence technically could have returned in time for the Jaguars’ season finale, he’ll indeed be out for the rest of the season. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says the quarterback will have surgery to repair the “significant” AC joint sprain in his non-throwing shoulder. By going under the knife
Azeez Al-Shaair: If you want me to be your villain, I’ll be your villain
After Wednesday night’s social media post by Azeez Al-Shaair, it seems pretty obvious that his apology two days ago was not sincere. It likely was an attempt to appease the NFL, with hopes of a lesser penalty for his illegal hit on Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence. When it didn’t work,