Christian Darrisaw needs season-ending knee surgery
After Thursday night’s game, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said the team was hoping for good news on left tackle Christian Darrisaw, who suffered a knee injury at the end of the second quarter. Unfortunately for Minnesota, the club did not get it on Friday. According to multiple reports, an
NFL reportedly could discuss making change after Vikings-Rams face-mask controversy
After a clear miss of a defensive penalty robbed the Minnesota Vikings of a chance to complete what would’ve been a remarkable game-tying drive late in Thursday night’s contest at the Los Angeles Rams, multiple members of the NFL community suggested the league should at least consider making face-mask penalties subject to replay review.
Haason Reddick is set to play for Jets Sunday
Edge rusher Haason Reddick’s long-delayed Jets debut is set for this Sunday. Reddick’s extended holdout ended when he agreed to a revised one-year deal with the team last weekend and head coach Jeff Ulbrich said at his Friday press conference that the veteran is set to play against the Patriots.
Who Will Win NFC North?
The NFC North has been the best division in football this season. All four teams reside above .500 and carry a combined 19-7 record (.733 winning percentage) that far outpaces the other seven divisions’ marks. If the season ended today, all four NFC North teams would make the playoffs, which
Dan Quinn: Jayden Daniels did practice on Friday, we’ll see how he responds
While Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was not spotted during the portion of practice open to media on Friday, head coach Dan Quinn clarified that Daniels was able to participate in some aspects of the session. Now, Washington will see how the quarterback responds over the next 48 hours before the
Tua set to return after ‘top medical experts’ all agreed on one thing
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will be back under center for the Miami Dolphins in their Week 8 contest against the Arizona Cardinals. It’ll be Tagovailoa’s first time on the field since he exited Miami’s Week 2 “Thursday Night Football” loss vs. the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 12 with a concussion. It
Bucky Irving practiced Friday, is expected to play Sunday
The Buccaneers have gotten their fair share of bad injury news this week, but Friday brought some positive information. Head coach Todd Bowles told reporters at his Friday press conference that running back Bucky Irving returned to practice after missing the last two games with a foot injury. Bowles said
Tua Tagovailoa Clears Concussion Protocol, To Start In Week 8
Tua Tagovailoa‘s anticipated Week 8 return is a go. The Dolphins quarterback has cleared concussion protocol and will start against the Cardinals on Sunday, NFL.com’s Cameron Wolfe tweets. Mike McDaniel confirmed the clearance. Miami will activate Tagovailoa from IR before Saturday afternoon’s deadline. While the QB’s concussion history will continue
Report: Roquan Smith fined $16,833 for hip-drop tackle
Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith declined to say if he’d been fined by the league for a hip-drop tackle this week, but it looks like we learned the answer to that question on Friday. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Smith has been fined $16,833 for his tackle on Buccaneers wide
Three Ravens who could have biggest impact vs. Browns in Week 8
The Baltimore Ravens (5-2) are going on the road to face the Cleveland Browns (1-6) in Week 8. They are hoping to stay hot against their AFC North rival amid a five-game winning streak. Here are three Ravens who could impact the game the most: Running back Derrick Henry This
Jim Schwartz: Lamar Jackson has gone from run-first to pass-first quarterback
Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz has seen a fair amount of Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson over the years and he’s picked up on a difference this season. Jackson has thrown for 1,810 yards and 15 touchdowns through the first seven weeks of the season, which Schwartz sees as a sign
Rams Not Expecting To Trade Cooper Kupp
Since reports of a potential Cooper Kupp trade began surfacing, the Rams have won two games and are now one game out of the NFC West lead. As such, they are less likely to be sellers. The team saw Kupp and Puka Nacua‘s return to action make a considerable difference
CeeDee Lamb on Troy Aikman’s assessment of “lazy” Cowboys receivers: “Next question”
Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman recently had a harsh assessment of the Cowboys’ receivers, saying they run “terrible routes” and that they are “lazy coming off the line of scrimmage.” Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb was asked about Aikman’s comments on Thursday. “Got to be better overall,” Lamb said, via
Giants’ Josh Ezeudu responds to being ripped by Bill Belichick
As shared by Justin Tasch of the New York Post, former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick ripped the New York Giants’ offensive line earlier this week and said the club has “a guy at left tackle” in Joshua Ezeudu “who shouldn’t be playing left tackle” with Andrew Thomas sidelined due
Liam Coen: New opportunities with Mike Evans, Chris Godwin out
The Buccaneers and Falcons will be facing off for the second time this season when they hit the field on Sunday, but Tampa won’t have the same look on offense this time around. Wide receivers Mike Evans and Chris Godwin are out with injuries they suffered in Week Seven and
Rams Activate WR Puka Nacua From IR
As it turns out, Puka Nacua did not need an extended ramp-up period to return from his knee injury. The Rams will have him ready to go for tonight’s Vikings matchup. Los Angeles is officially activating Nacua from IR, a move that will come just two days after his return
Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups: Available Sleepers in Most Yahoo Leagues | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
New York Jets running back Breece Hall remains a top-tier fantasy performer due to his PPR floor. However, rookie Braelon Allen has some upside in a Week 8 matchup with the New England Patriots. The Patriots have allowed the third-most fantasy points to opposing running backs this season. The last
Cardinals rookie WR Marvin Harrison Jr. discusses slow start
Arizona Cardinals rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has struggled to live up to lofty expectations thus far. Through his first seven games, No. 4 overall pick Harrison only has 20 receptions for 300 yards and four touchdown catches despite ranking second on the team in targets (43) behind tight
Matthew Stafford: Thursday night what we envisioned for offense
The Rams have been the subject of numerous trade rumors in recent days, but they took the field on Thursday night with the team they hoped to field when the season got underway and the results were positive. Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua returned from injuries to combine for 12
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/24/24
October 24th, 2024 at 6:11pm CST by Sam Robinson Here are Thursday’s minor moves: Minnesota Vikings Pittsburgh Steelers Seattle Seahawks This has been a busy week for Tonyan transactions. The Vikings dropped him from their 53-man roster to their practice squad the same day, as vested vets are allowed to
2025 NFL Draft: Quinn Ewers Nosedives and Best Prospect Fits for League’s Worst Teams | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Texas quarterback Quinn EwersJeffrey Vest/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Quinn Ewers has been heralded as top talent since his high school days. His on-field performance has never fully represented the deemed potential throughout multiple recruiting and draft cycles. Against the Georgia Bulldogs, Ewers was benched in favor of Arch Manning
Jets’ Davante Adams discusses fiery speech after blowout loss to Steelers
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers revealed on Wednesday that recently acquired wide receiver Davante Adams delivered “the realest speech I’d ever heard in a locker room in 20 years” shortly after the New York Jets suffered an embarrassing 37-15 loss at the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night that dropped Gang Green to 2-5. Adams later
NFL must make face mask fouls reviewable
The Rams probably would have won anyway. But the way the door was slammed on the Vikings serves as a clear and obvious reminder of one of the biggest flaws in the league’s current replay system. Face mask fouls continue to be not reviewable. It’s one of the original safety
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/24/24
Here are Thursday’s practice squad moves: Houston Texans Signed: DE Rashad Weaver Released: CB Troy Pride New York Giants Signed: OLB Boogie Basham San Francisco 49ers Signed: DT Nesta Jade Silvera Released: DE Jonathan Garvin. This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Matthew Stafford calls it humbling to pass Dan Marino on NFL career completions list
When Dan Marino retired in 1999 with 4,967 completions, it was the most in NFL history. But as passing offenses have exploded, nine quarterbacks have passed Marino. Matthew Stafford is the latest. Stafford surpassed Marino’s total during Thursday night’s game and now has 4,991 career completions. He completed 3,898 passes
Broncos WR Josh Reynolds recovering from gunshot wounds
Broncos wide receiver Josh Reynolds suffered multiple gunshot wounds, Janet Oravitz of 9News reports, during an incident that occurred last week outside a strip club. Reynolds sustained wounds on the back of his head and in his left arm, according to court documents, in a shooting that took place the
Kevin O’Connell: It looked like he got a piece of the facemask, but they didn’t think so
At the end of Thursday night’s matchup between the Rams and Vikings, there was a clear missed facemask call on Byron Young’s sack for a safety on Sam Darnold that effectively finished the game. But both head coach Kevin O’Connell and quarterback Sam Darnold did not make much out of
Broncos Open To Trading Jarrett Stidham, Zach Wilson; Team Unlikely To Add At Deadline?
While calling the Broncos’ quarterback situation a surplus may be somewhat misleading due to a career backup/third-stringer and a recent bust comprising the reserve contingent, the AFC West team would be a place for teams in need to turn before the deadline. Bo Nix beat out Jarrett Stidham and Zach
Kevin O’Connell on Christian Darrisaw: Keeping our fingers crossed we get positive news
At the end of the second quarter of the Vikings’ eventual 30-20 loss to the Rams on Thursday, offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw suffered what appeared to be a potentially significant knee injury. Darrisaw gingerly walked off the field with trainers’ assistance and was ruled out early in the third quarter.
Returning WRs star in Rams’ victory, Vikings done in by mistakes
The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Minnesota Vikings (5-2), 30-20, on “Thursday Night Football,” improving to 3-4 on the year thanks to an electric return from two of the team’s stars and a controversial non-call in their favor late. Here are three takeaways from the action: Rams aren’t sellers now
Sean McVay: I’m glad Cooper Kupp is back with us and I expect it to stay that way
With the trade deadline coming soon, Rams receiver Cooper Kupp was the subject of rumors over the course of the week. While Kupp said he was aware of them, he wanted to let them be in the background. Head coach Sean McVay was asked about those rumors after Thursday night’s
Patriots’ Kendrick Bourne Not Eyeing Trade Back To 49ers
Trade rumors have followed Kendrick Bourne for much of his Patriots tenure. Despite having re-signed with the team on a three-year deal in March, his name circulated in potential trades this summer and again recently. The 49ers discussed Bourne with the Patriots this offseason, as the defending NFC champions would
Referee Tra Blake on facemask: We did not see it, so we couldn’t call it
When Rams linebacker Byron Young brought down Sam Darnold in the end zone for a safety to clinch Thursday night’s victory over the Vikings, replay showed Young had clearly pulled Darnold’s facemask on the play. But no foul was called on the field, and because the foul is not reviewable,
Are Vikings coming back down to Earth after undefeated start?
The first month of the 2024 NFL season was nothing but sunshine and rainbows in Minnesota for the Vikings. They jumped out the gates to a 5-0 start with wins over heavyweights like San Francisco, Houston and Green Bay. Everyone was talking about Sam Darnold’s rebirth as an NFL quarterback
Christian Darrisaw ruled out with knee injury
The Vikings may have a major injury concern along their offensive line. Left tackle Christian Darrisaw has been ruled out with a knee injury. Darrisaw went down at the end of the first half. The Vikings were backed up toward their own end zone and Minnesota handed the ball off
Panthers Not Expected To Move Chuba Hubbard; Latest On Team’s Trade Plans
While little has gone right for this season’s Panthers, they have seen their starting running back deliver. Chuba Hubbard is on pace for his first 1,000-yard season, and the effort is set to finish in Charlotte. As the Panthers prepare for Jonathon Brooks‘ debut, that is not expected to influence
Cooper Kupp catches 7-yard touchdown, Rams-Vikings tied 14-14
If you like offense, this Thursday night game is for you. Through four possessions, it’s been four touchdowns. The Rams have tied it again with a 7-yard TD pass from Matthew Stafford to Cooper Kupp, making the score 14-14. Stafford put together an outstanding individual effort to get the ball
Dak Prescott reacts to complaints about Cowboys’ fan tours
Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott is refuting claims that fan tours are one reason the Cowboys haven’t lifted the Lombardi Trophy since January 1996. On Wednesday, ESPN’s Kalyn Kahler published a report on how the Cowboys are the only team in the NFL that lets fans tour its facility, The Star,
Kyren Williams 5-yard touchdown catch ties Rams-Vikings at 7-7
Puka Nacua is certainly back. After the Vikings scored on their opening possession, the Rams leaned on receiver Puka Nacua to help power them down the field. But it was Kyren Williams who got into the end zone with a 5-yard touchdown reception, tying the score at 7-7. While Nacua
Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson To Debut In Week 9
T.J. Hockenson will watch his teammates attempt to bring the Vikings’ record to 6-1 tonight, but he will be part of the effort against the Colts next weekend. The Vikings will see Hockenson’s PUP-return window close Friday, and they will activate him. Hockenson will make his debut in Week 9,
Kyle Shanahan hopeful Deebo Samuel will play Sunday
49ers receiver Deebo Samuel returned to practice Thursday, two days after he was released from the hospital after his pneumonia battle. His limited practice is a sign Samuel has a chance to play Sunday against the Cowboys. “The fact that he was able to be out there and attempt some
Brady makes interesting admission about broadcasting career
Tom Brady still seems a bit wistful about his transition from a playing career to broadcasting. The former quarterback made the admission in an appearance on the “Let’s Go!” podcast. He made clear he is enjoying broadcasting, but did not hide the fact that he would rather be playing in
Derek Carr again out of practice, but Chris Olave, Taysom Hill are full participants
Saints quarterback Derek Carr remained out of practice Thursday. Though Carr has resumed throwing as he works his way back from an oblique injury, Spencer Rattler is set to make his third start. Rattler, who is on the practice report as a full participant with a hip injury, will have
Rams Mandating Cooper Kupp’s Trade Price Exceeds Davante Adams’
A report indicating the Rams are making calls to teams on Cooper Kupp may have been overstating how interested the NFC West franchise is in moving its top Los Angeles 2.0-era wide receiver. Kupp’s name remains in trade rumors, but the Rams may have a price floor. Tuesday’s report pointed
Amari Cooper “definitely ready for an increased role” with Bills
Wide receiver Amari Cooper made a positive impact in limited playing time during his Bills debut last Sunday and he’s hoping for more in his second time out. Cooper caught four passes for 66 yards and a touchdown in Buffalo’s 34-10 win over the Titans while playing 19 offensive snaps.
Week 8 NFL Draft intel: Dallas Cowboys star praises Georgia LB
If Williams stays healthy the rest of the season, he should continue to cement himself as one of the class’ top D-linemen. In his latest mock draft, CBS Sports’ Chris Trapasso has the New Orleans Saints taking him with the sixth overall pick. Is Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers no longer considered
Broncos announce Josh Reynolds was treated for “minor injuries” in shooting
The Broncos released a statement on the condition of Josh Reynolds after the receiver was wounded in a shooting last week. Reynolds was shot in the left arm and the back of the head, according to court documents obtained by 9News, but was not seriously injured, according to the team.
Broncos WR Josh Reynolds Wounded In Shooting
Broncos wide receiver Josh Reynolds sustained multiple gunshot wounds, Janet Oravitz of 9News reports, during an incident that occurred last week outside a strip club. Reynolds sustained wounds on the back of his head and in his left arm, according to court documents, in a shooting that took place the
Years after hating them, Bucs embrace the Creamsicle uniforms
On Sunday, the Buccaneers will break out their Creamsicle throwback uniforms for a Week 8 game against the Falcons. The celebrated look from yesteryear was something that the players grew to hate in their day. Appearing on Thursday’s PFT Live, Hall of Fame head coach Tony Dungy said that, once
Dolphins make major decision on QB Tua Tagovailoa
Signs continue to point to a Tua Tagovailoa return Sunday. The Dolphins are moving their starter into position to be activated from IR, making their return designation official Wednesday, per via KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson. Buzz about Tagovailoa coming back when first eligible has persisted for weeks, and Mike McDaniel confirmed the fifth-year
















































