5 Takeaways From Hurricanes-Golden Knights Game 4
Anyone sick of this Cup Final yet? The fourth installment of this raucous showdown between the Hurricanes and the Golden Knights saw another compromised two-goal lead, another dominant second period from Vegas, and, this time, a 5- 3 Hurricanes win to even the series. With this, the Hurricanes still haven’t
Vikings’ Kyler Murray makes eyebrow-raising comments amid J.J. McCarthy QB competition
The Minnesota Vikings have two main quarterbacks in the fold for the 2026 season in veteran Kyler Murray and 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy, and the two are duking it out to win the starting position with the franchise. Both players have their strengths and weaknesses, so this summer is
Audit finds evidence of fraud in the pursuit of concussion settlement claims
In the legal profession, a five-letter “F” word carries far more weight than the popular four-letter one. Robert Klemko of ESPN reports that five law firms representing 98 retired NFL players are accused of “scheming to defraud” the NFL’s concussion settlement fund. An audit by a pair of Special Masters
Chiefs, OT Wanya Morris “Agreed To Explore Trades”
Wanya Morris is looking to play elsewhere in 2026, and the Chiefs are willing to oblige. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Chiefs and the offensive lineman have “agreed to explore trade options.” Morris is looking for an opportunity where he can play more, per Fowler. The 2023 third-round pick
Mike LaFleur not worried about Josh Sweat “at all”
Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat is attending the team’s mandatory minicamp, but he is not participating. Coach Mike LaFleur downplayed Sweat’s on-field absence and said he is not worried about Sweat “at all.” “The situation is, again, he hasn’t practiced,” LaFleur said, via Josh Weinfuss of ESPN. “I’m not going
Bengals’ Joe Burrow shares major injury update
The Cincinnati Bengals are one of the most-improved teams in the league, at least on paper, after an aggressive offseason. They spent big bucks and valuable draft capital to fix their defense, the team’s Achilles heel during the Joe Burrow era. Of course, they will also need to have their
Nick Sirianni: A.J. Brown had a good run
Throughout the offseason, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni has had to field questions about A.J. Brown’s future with the team. The saga will now be put to rest, as Brown has officially been traded to the Patriots. Speaking to the media for the first time since the deal went down,
Cowboys OL Matt Hennessy To Undergo Neck Surgery
Matt Hennessy is set to miss an extended period through the remainder of the offseason. The veteran offensive lineman is set to undergo neck surgery, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Tuesday (via ESPN’s Todd Archer). A disc issue has resulted in this procedure taking place, Schottenheimer noted. Hennessy will begin training
Rams DC Chris Shula: We have our principles, but Myles Garrett will do what he does best
Myles Garrett got on the practice field with the Rams for the first time on Monday and he began to acclimate himself into life with a new team. It’s also a new defense, but it doesn’t sound like Garrett is going to have to spend too many late nights in
Insider hints C.J. Stroud is facing harsh reality regarding future with Texans
In late May, Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud seemed to say plenty about whether or not he could sign a contract extension this summer when he acknowledged that “whatever happens, happens.” Earlier this spring, the Texans picked up the fifth-year option for 2027 attached to Stroud’s contract. On Tuesday, NFL insider Dan Graziano of ESPN suggested that the
NCAA appeals Brendan Sorsby ruling
As expected, the NCAA has appealed the court decision restoring the eligibility of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Via Justin Williams of The Athletic, the NCAA has filed an official appeal to the Court of Appeals for the Seventh District of Texas. The appeal is described as “accelerated.” Which is
Brendan Sorsby Granted Injunction; QB Retains 2026 NCAA Eligibility
Previous updates in the case of quarterback Brendan Sorsby increasingly pointed to him participating in the NFL’s supplemental draft. That will not be taking place this summer, however. Sorsby’s legal team has been granted an injunction by a judge in Lubbock, Texas, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reports. As a result, he is set
Rams dreaming of the possibility of an Aaron Donald comeback
Retired defensive lineman Aaron Donald is “flirting” with a comeback after the Rams traded for edge rusher Myles Garrett last week. It has created a buzz in Los Angeles, even among Rams players. “When you have a guy that’s that serious about even considering coming out, it’s like ‘OK, we
Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. Not Fully Recovered From 2025 Injuries
Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. missed five games last season due to a variety of ailments and ended the year on injured reserve. The 2024 No. 3 pick revealed at last week’s OTAs (via ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss) that he is not yet at 100%, calling it “an ongoing process still.”
Bijan Robinson on whether he’s next in line for extension: We’ll see
Bijan Robinson is eligible for a contract extension. The Falcons exercised the fifth-year option on his contract, which is projected to pay him $11.3 million in 2027. But both the Falcons and Robinson want a long-term deal. Wide receiver Drake London, a first-round pick in 2022, got his extension signed
Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett reportedly makes mandatory minicamp decision amid contract standoff
One of the more unexpected NFL-related stories of the spring has involved quarterback Jacoby Brissett staying away from the Arizona Cardinals throughout voluntary workouts amid his desire for a pay raise. It sounds like Brissett will not forfeit any money by not reporting for work when he is contractually obligated to
Kevin Stefanski: We’ll see if Michael Penix is cleared for 11-on-11 work at minicamp
The Falcons will wrap up their offseason program with a mandatory minicamp next week and quarterback Michael Penix’s level of participation will remain up in the air until they’re closer to the start of the three-day event. Head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters on Monday that “we’ll see” if Penix
Falcons Discussing Extension With RB Bijan Robinson
The post-draft period of the offseason was understandably viewed by Atlanta as the time to work out extensions with Drake London and Bijan Robinson. One of those has already been taken care of, and the other could be in place relatively soon. The Falcons have engaged in talks on an extension with Robinson,
Jacoby Brissett’s Decision on Immediate Future Revealed in New Cardinals Rumors amid Contract Buzz
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett will report for the start of the team’s mandatory minicamp, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Josh Weinfuss. Although Brissett will be present, Fowler and Weinfuss wrote that “it’s uncertain how much on-field work he will do.” By skipping Tuesday and Wednesday’s practices altogether, he
Fernando Mendoza goes viral for moves at Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final
Fernando Mendoza is one of the quarterbacks for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026, and his only competition for the starting role is veteran Kirk Cousins. Ahead of the new season, both Mendoza and Cousins have been getting the royal treatment from the Las Vegas locals, including the Vegas Golden
Aaron Glenn on Jets having no prime-time games: “You earn the right”
Despite playing in the nation’s top market, the Jets didn’t get a single prime-time game in 2026. Which is a reflection of where the franchise currently stands in the NFL’s hierarchy. Via Rich Cimini of ESPN, Jets coach Aaron Glenn views the absence of night games pragmatically. “To me, it’s
Teams Remain Interested In Acquiring Raiders DE Maxx Crosby
While the Cowboys and Patriots were originally floated as teams that could re-enter the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes after the Ravens nixed the deal that would have brought the star pass rusher to Baltimore, more recent reporting has indicated Crosby will remain with the Raiders in 2026. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones
Louisville Kings punch their ticket to the UFL Championship
In their first UFL season, the Louisville Kings will be playing for the UFL title. The Kings beat the St. Louis Battlehawks, 29-20, to earn a shot at the D.C. Defenders on Saturday in Washington. Kings kicker Tanner Brown added eight of the points on a pair of four-point field
John Harbaugh, Giants urged to cut ties with former first-rounder
John Harbaugh has been sharply focused on his inaugural season with the New York Giants, and even though he comes with 18 seasons of experience as the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, he’s not above getting advice on how to shape this franchise. Plenty of NFL analysts and experts
With World Cup looming, SoFi Stadium workers vote to authorize a strike
The World Cup is coming. And SoFi Stadium workers could be going. According to the Wall Street Journal, via Sports Business Journal, roughly 2,000 hospitality workers at SoFi Stadium voted “overwhelmingly” to authorize a strike. The walkout could occur “at any time.” Union officials have, per the report, indicated that
Brandon Aiyuk’s bid to join Commanders raises one simple question
The San Francisco 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk are still stuck with one another, at least for the time being. The former All-Pro wide receiver tried stirring the pot on social media again, sharing a picture of himself wearing a Washington Commanders cap. His interest in joining the Commanders has been an
By not getting a raise, Myles Garrett will be taking a pay cut in California
In the days following his trade from the Browns to the Rams, defensive end Myles Garrett received a new contract. As recently explained, the deal carries no new dollars over the five years that were left on his deal with the Browns. This means that Garrett will be, as a
Browns HC Todd Monken Not Interested in QB Brendan Sorsby; Latest On Team’s QB Competition
Browns head coach Todd Monken is not tipping his hand when it comes to his team’s starting quarterback competition. While the media currently views Deshaun Watson as the favorite to open the season under center, second-year passer Shedeur Sanders remains in the mix and has impressed Monken with his progress
Kayshon Boutte says he will attend Patriots’ mandatory minicamp amid talk of a trade
Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has skipped voluntary offseason work and is reportedly interested in getting traded. But Boutte will be with the team this week. Boutte told WBZ in Boston that he will attend this week’s mandatory minicamp. As for talk that he won’t be a Patriot this season,
Vikings’ Kyler Murray gets dismal projection amid QB competition
Will Kyler Murray or J.J. McCarthy win the Minnesota Vikings‘ quarterback competition to start in 2026? That’s one of the most-asked questions in the NFL right now, and both players have a lot to offer, which is what makes this particular competition so interesting. While Murray brings experience, McCarthy is
Seahawks are getting their Super Bowl LX rings on June 11
The Seahawks will be defending their second Super Bowl championship in 2026. Before that can happen, the most recent win needs to be made official. It will be on Thursday, June 11. That’s when, we’re told, the Seahawks will be getting their Super Bowl rings. In a recent interview with
5 Key Stories: 5/31/26 – 6/6/26
With the calendar flipping to June, recent days have been quite busy with respect to high-profile NFL developments. In case you missed any of this week’s top stories, here is a quick recap: Rams Send Verse, Picks To Rams For Garrett: The Browns opted to extend Myles Garrett last offseason, and a new trade request
Angel Reese, Lauren Betts’ Final Box Score Stats, Highlights as Dream Beat Mystics
Angel Reese powered the Atlanta Dream to a commanding 109-77 victory over Lauren Betts and the Washington Mystics on Saturday. The Dream improved to 7-3 overall and 4-1 at home, moving into a three-way tie for second place in the WNBA standings alongside the Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces.
Denzel Ward provides hope for Browns fans in wake of Myles Garrett trade
The Cleveland Browns shocked the NFL world, as well as their own fan base, this week when they traded superstar edge-rusher and reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. It brought back a massive haul in return, including young star Jared Verse and multiple
Darrell “Housh” Doucette thinks “one or two” NFL players could make U.S. men’s Olympic flag team
Two years ago, flag-football star Darrell “Housh” Doucette said he’d be a better option for the Olympics than Patrick Mahomes. Doucette recently reflected on those remarks in an appearance on In The Bayou With Tyrann Mathieu. And added to them. Asked how many NFL players could make the U.S. men’s
Raiders DE Maxx Crosby Close To Practicing
Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby is nearing a return from offseason surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee. “I’m at the point where I’m almost there, but I forget that I need to relax a little bit, so that’s kind of been the biggest battle right now,”
Myles Garrett is the betting favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year
Myles Garrett won two NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards with the Browns. He’s favored to win a third with the Rams. Garrett, who was traded to the Rams this week, is a +450 favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year. Garrett previously won the award in 2023
Raiders’ Mendoza gets reality check amid Cousins competition
The Las Vegas Raiders are heading into 2026 with two strong quarterbacks on their roster: rookie Fernando Mendoza and veteran Kirk Cousins. So, who will get the start? It’s likely that Cousins, with his years of experience in the NFL, will start for the Raiders come September. All bets are
NFL Network remains off Comcast Xfinity cable
At the end of April, NFL Network went dark on Comcast Xfinity cable. It’s now June, and the channel remains unavailable to Xfinity subscribers. Viewers who turn the channel to NFL Network are greeted with a message saying, “This channel is unavailable. Our contract with the owner of this channel
John Harbaugh and the Giants just got a big boost of confidence
John Harbaugh and the New York Giants are making waves during the NFL offseason, and there’s plenty of excitement surrounding his move to the Big Apple. But, the proof will be in the pudding, as they say, when the Giants take the field in September and the team works to
NCAA denies Texas Tech’s appeal regarding Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility
As a judge weighs whether to reinstate the eligibility of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, the NCAA has reiterated its decision that Sorsby’s gambling habits prevent him from playing again. Via Justin Williams of The Athletic, the NCAA denied Texas Tech’s appeal aimed at restoring Sorsby’s eligibility to play in
49ers Announce Front Office Updates
This week, the 49ers announced a number of updates to their front office. For starters, while we had known San Francisco had reunited with former director of football research & development Kwesi Adofo-Mensah following his dismissal from a role as Vikings general manager, but we didn’t know his title. Alongside
WWE SmackDown Results, Winners, Live Grades, Reaction, Highlights After Clash in Italy
Welcome to Bleacher Report’s live coverage of WWE SmackDown on June 5. We’re less than a week removed from Clash in Italy, but WWE is already focused on this year’s Queen and King of the Ring tournaments. The quarterfinal round in both brackets is comprised of four Fatal 4-Way matches.
The ‘Active multi-TD-catch games leaders’ quiz
The Green Bay Packers are yet to get a full 17-game season out of their big-play threat Christian Watson in his four-year career. But that didn’t stop them from signing the 26 year old to a four-year, $110.5 million contract extension with a $31 million signing bonus. When he’s available,
Jared Verse to wear No. 8 with Browns, Dillon Gabriel will change his number
Jared Verse and Dillon Gabriel were both wearing No. 8 at Browns practice this week, but that won’t be the case for long. Verse wore No. 8 with the Rams, so it was no surprise to see the edge rusher take the field in the same number after this week’s
Bears Moving Toward Indiana Relocation
The Bears have called the state of Illinois home since they began play in 1920, but they now have one foot out the door. Their board of directors voted to advance stadium development at a to-be-determined site in Hammond, Ind., chairman George McCaskey and president and CEO Kevin Warren announced
Courtland Sutton unconcerned with who is Broncos No. 1 receiver after Jaylen Waddle’s arrival
There was no doubt about Courtland Sutton’s placement in the pecking order of Broncos receivers in 2025, but the team’s biggest offseason move shook up that depth chart. Jaylen Waddle arrived in a trade with the Dolphins and giving up a first-round pick and more for the wideout made it
The ‘Super Bowl-winning starting QBs’ quiz
Happy 29th birthday to two-time Pro Bowler and reigning Super Bowl champion, Sam Darnold! Just eight years into his professional career, Darnold has had a remarkable NFL journey. He was selected third-overall in the 2018 NFL Draft by the New York Jets and his tenure there – like many before
French Open 2026 Women's Bracket, Prize Money and Final Predictions at Roland-Garros
On Saturday, Maja Chwalinska will look to become just the second women’s qualifier ever to win a Grand Slam final. This content was brought to you by: Bleacher Report – Front Page
Packers, WR Christian Watson Agree To Extension
Last offseason, Christian Watson and the Packers agreed to a one-year extension. Another new deal has been worked out, and this time around a long-term commitment has been made. Watson has agreed to a four-year extension, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. This is a $110.5MM deal, he adds. The Packers have included a