Touchdowns in Sight: Analyzing Red Zone Performance for Fantasy Success
In the realm of fantasy football, where every point counts, understanding player performance in the red zone can be the difference between championship glory and disappointment. The red zone—the area of the field within 20 yards of the opponent’s end zone—serves as a critical juncture for offensive plays and scoring
Seahawks release CB Shaquill Griffin after claiming CB Derion Kendrick
The Seahawks claimed cornerback Derion Kendrick off waivers from the Rams on Wednesday, the team announced. They released veteran cornerback Shaquill Griffin in a corresponding move. Kendrick, who won national championships at both Clemson and Georgia, began his college career as a receiver before converting to cornerback. He also returned
Wednesday NFL Transactions: AFC North
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Bengals, Browns, Ravens and Steelers moves are noted below. Baltimore Ravens Signed: Claimed: Signed to practice squad: T Gerad Christian-Lichtenhan, DB Thomas Graham, OLB
Raiders sign QB Cam Miller to practice squad, claim LB Brennan Jackson
The Raiders’ trade for quarterback Kenny Pickett helped keep sixth-round pick Cam Miller from making it to their initial 53-man roster, but Miller will be continuing his career with the team. Miller was one of 17 players signed to the practice squad on Wednesday. The Raiders also claimed linebacker Brennan
The ‘Active NFL QB game-winning drives leaders’ quiz
As the NFL’s list of the league’s top-100 players (as voted on by the players) continues to be released, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff appeared on the list at No. 15. Goff led the Lions to a franchise-best 15 wins in 2024, throwing for 4,629 yards and 37 touchdowns with
Giants claim S Beau Brade, CB Rico Payton off of waivers
The Giants hit the waiver wire to bolster their secondary on Wednesday. They claimed safety Beau Brade and cornerback Rico Payton off of waivers. The Giants cleared space by waiving cornerback Korie Black and releasing wide receiver Gunner Olszewski. Brade played 11 games for the Ravens and saw almost all
Steelers Place QB Will Howard On IR, Re-Sign S Chuck Clark
Will Howard‘s rookie season will begin on IR. Although the Steelers carried their sixth-round quarterback onto their 53-man roster Tuesday, they will move him to IR today. Rookie cornerback Donte Kent, a seventh-round pick, will also be shifted to IR, ESPN.com’s Brooke Pryor tweets. To replace the duo on the
FCC chairman tells Google to resolve YouTube-Fox dispute before football season
Today, the carriage deal between YouTube TV and various Fox networks expires. If a new agreement isn’t reached, the Fox networks could be pulled from the service soon. It would impact Week 1 of the NFL season. Before that, it would keep Saturday’s Texas-Ohio State game from being televised to
Rice suspension could lead to dire consequences for Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs will begin the 2025 season without one of their top offensive weapons. Wide receiver Rashee Rice has been suspended six games by the NFL for violating the league’s personal conduct policy following his involvement in a multi-car crash last year. The incident occurred on March 30,
Rashee Rice took the six-game suspension because the end result likely would have been more
Every day, in civil and criminal cases throughout the country, deals get made to resolve cases. That’s what happened today in the NFL’s in-house justice system. Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice faced a September 30 disciplinary hearing. He would have been available to play for at least four games, and possibly
49ers Re-Sign P Thomas Morstead, Place WR Jacob Cowing On IR
After their moves to get down to 53 on their roster, the 49ers were temporarily without a punter. Thomas Morstead is back in the fold today, however. Morstead was re-signed on Wednesday, per a team announcement. The move means he will be able to handle punting duties at the start of the
Wager Wisely: Top Trends in NFL Betting Lines You Need to Know
As the NFL season heats up, sports betting enthusiasts are always on the lookout for the most effective strategies to maximize their winning potential. Wagering on NFL games has grown exponentially, with bettors keen to analyze betting lines, odds, and trends. Understanding the ever-evolving landscape of NFL betting lines is
Cowboys sign QB Will Grier to the practice squad
The Cowboys announced the signing of 15 players to their practice squad Wednesday. The list includes quarterback Will Grier, who they released Tuesday. He will serve as the third quarterback behind Dak Prescott and Joe Milton. Grier spent 2022 on the Cowboys’ practice squad and returned to the team’s practice
All-Pro’s extension another massive win for AFC North front office
Last season, Hamilton started all 17 games for the top-10 Ravens’ defense and recorded a career-high 107 tackles while adding an interception, two forced fumbles and nine passes defended. Per NFL Pro data, he had the fourth-most stops, defined as tackles that result in negative expected points added for the
Colts claim LB Chad Muma off waivers, waive DT Tim Smith
The Colts claimed linebacker Chad Muma off waivers on Wednesday and waived defensive tackle Tim Smith in a corresponding move, the team announced. The Jaguars waived Muma on Tuesday. Muma was a 2022 third-round pick by Jacksonville, and he played in all but one of the team’s games in his
Wednesday NFL Transactions: AFC South
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Colts, Jaguars, Texans and Titans moves are noted below. Houston Texans Signed: TE Harrison Bryant Claimed: Signed to practice squad: DE Solomon Byrd, DT
Panthers waive DT Jaden Crumedy
Defensive tackle Jaden Crumedy was the odd man out for the Panthers on Wednesday. Crumedy made the cut to 53 players in Carolina on Tuesday, but he lost his spot on Wednesday. The Panthers claimed cornerback Damarri Mathis and wide receiver Dalevon Campbell off of waivers, so Crumedy was waived
The ‘2021 AP NFL first-team All-Pro’ quiz
After spending one season with the Miami Dolphins, former first-team All Pro safety Jordan Poyer is heading back to Buffalo. Poyer, who has spent seven of his 12 NFL seasons in western New York, signed with the Dolphins last March after being released by the Bills. Poyer played 16 games
Week-by-Week Wonders: Must-Start Players for Your Fantasy Lineup
Week-by-Week Wonders: Must-Start Players for Your Fantasy Lineup As the season progresses, fantasy football managers are constantly looking for that competitive edge. Identifying players who can deliver consistent, standout performances is key to staying ahead in your league. The following week-by-week wonders—those players who, regardless of matchups or conditions, are
Eagles claim OL Willie Lampkin, re-sign LS Charley Hughlett
The Eagles made some roster tweaks on Wednesday. They have claimed offensive lineman Willie Lampkin and signed long snapper Charley Hughlett. Hughlett was released on Tuesday as part of the team’s final cuts. Lampkin signed with the Rams after going undrafted out of North Carolina. He gives the Eagles another
Wednesday NFL Transactions: AFC East
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Bills, Dolphins, Jets and Patriots moves are noted below. Buffalo Bills Signed: Claimed: Signed to practice squad: QB Shane Buechele, LB Jimmy Ciarlo, OL
Kyle McCord will return to the Eagles’ practice squad
Quarterback Kyle McCord was nudged off the 53-man roster in Philadelphia, but he won’t be leaving town. McCord went unclaimed on waivers and Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that he will re-sign with the Eagles as a member of their practice squad. McCord was a sixth-round pick this April and
Browns GM explains drafting of Shedeur Sanders after Dillon Gabriel pick
Numerous members of the NFL community have wondered why the Cleveland Browns traded up in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft to take Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders after the Browns selected Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel in the third round. During a recent chat with William C. Rhoden of Andscape, Browns general manager Andrew
Dolphins to sign RB Jeff Wilson to their practice squad
The Dolphins are short on healthy backs right now and they’re bringing back a familiar face to help them make sure they have enough players available. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that they are going to sign Jeff Wilson to their practice squad. Wilson was released after a brief return
Dolphins Claim CB JuJu Brents, To Re-Sign RB Jeff Wilson
The Colts cut ties with JuJu Brents on Tuesday, but the young cornerback will remain tied to his second-round contract. The Dolphins claimed Brents, veteran reporter Jordan Schultz tweets. In addition to claiming Brents, the Dolphins are reuniting with Jeff Wilson on a practice squad deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweets.
Game Changer: Weekly Highlights and Lowlights from the NFL!
As the NFL season picks up steam, fans are treated to a rollercoaster of thrilling moments, heartbreaking losses, and unexpected plays every week. The intensity of the games only adds to the passion that fans have for their teams. Let’s dive into this week’s highlights and lowlights from the gridiron.
Chris Ballard: Anthony Richardson isn’t done in Indianapolis
The Colts’ decision to name Daniel Jones their starting quarterback over Anthony Richardson led many people to believe that Richardson doesn’t have a future with the team. Richardson was the fourth overall pick in 2023 and missed most of his rookie year with a shoulder injury. He was benched during
NFL issues Chiefs WR Rashee Rice six-game suspension
The case between the NFL and Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice took a significant turn on Wednesday. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Patriots will release Kendrick Bourne
Teams looking to bolster their wide receiving corps before Week 1 can consider adding Kendrick Bourne. According to multiple reports, the Patriots will release Bourne. Bourne reportedly requested the move. Bourne caught 28 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown in 12 games for the Patriots last year. He was
Patriots To Release WR Kendrick Bourne; 49ers Interested In Reunion
Kendrick Bourne‘s up-and-down Patriots stint is over. Despite being carried through to New England’s 53-man roster, the veteran wide receiver is being released, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reports. This will wrap a four-plus-year tenure for Bourne, who has been a trade-rumor mainstay. He will now seek a fresh start elsewhere. The
Terry McLaurin’s new deal has a base new-money APY of $29 million
Some of the initial reports regarding the Terry McLaurin contract extension were, as they often are, overstated. Which is another way of saying “erroneous.” While we’re still trying to get a full and complete breakdown of the entire contract, initial numbers have emerged, now that the contract has been signed
Bills reunite with former All-Pro safety
The Bills are reuniting with veteran safety Jordan Poyer, according to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz. Poyer, 34, played in Buffalo from 2017 to 2023, starting 107 games with only eight games missed due to injury. He also earned recognition as a first-team All-Pro (2021) and Pro Bowler (2022). Poyer was released
Todd Bowles thinks Chris Godwin could return “anywhere from Week 2 to Week 5”
Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles shared his outlook for when wide receiver Chris Godwin might be able to return to the field on Wednesday. The Bucs put Godwin on the 53-man roster rather than the physically unable to perform list, which indicates that the team thinks there’s a chance he’ll
Raiders Turned Down Jakobi Meyers Interest
Jakobi Meyers‘ trade request went unfulfilled by the Raiders as final roster cuts came and went, but at least one team tried to get the veteran wideout out of Las Vegas. The Raiders were contacted by another team regarding Meyers, but that team wanted the Raiders to eat some of
Vikings, Panthers announce Adam Thielen trade
It’s official: Adam Thielen is a Minnesota Viking. Again. The Panthers and Vikings have both announced that Thielen has been traded back to Minnesota, where he played the first 10 years of his career. The full terms of the trade are the Panthers getting a 2026 fifth-round pick and a
Why Giants believe Wilson, Winston are vital for development of Dart
Ever since the New York Giants made Jaxson Dart the 25th overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen have insisted they want Dart to develop as a backup while sharing a quarterback room with starter Russell Wilson and fellow veteran Jameis Winston. On
Dolphins will place CB Cam Smith on the non-football injury list
The Dolphins officially added veteran cornerback Rasul Douglas to their roster on Wednesday, but they also lost another corner for at least the first four games of the season. General Manager Chris Grier told reporters at a press conference that Cam Smith will be placed on the non-football injury list.
Panthers To Send WR Adam Thielen Back To Vikings
Adam Thielen is returning home. The Panthers and Vikings have agreed on terms to send the Minnesota native back to the Vikings, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter reporting the deal is done. Carolina will receive a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 fourth-rounder. Minnesota adds Thielen, a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick
Red Zone Rundown: Biggest Plays and Surprises from This Week’s NFL Action
As the NFL season reaches its thrilling midpoint, fans were treated to another action-packed week filled with jaw-dropping plays, unexpected outcomes, and game-changing moments. The Red Zone was alive with excitement, and a few teams and players stood out from the rest. Here’s a roundup of the biggest plays and
Report: NFL adjusts the Tom Brady broadcast rules
Whatever Tommy wants, Tommy gets. Assuming that he truly wants to take the time to participate in weekly production meetings. A year ago, the NFL addressed the obvious and blatant conflict of interest arising from Brady owning a piece of the Raiders and serving as a game broadcaster for Fox
How Saints’ Tyler Shough lost QB competition to Spencer Rattler
First-year New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore confirmed on Tuesday that 2024 fifth-round draft pick Spencer Rattler will be the club’s starting quarterback over rookie Tyler Shough for New Orleans’ Week 1 game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sept. 7. On Wednesday morning, Katherine Terrell of ESPN shared how Shough lost a competition he
Report: Lions to sign S Daniel Thomas
The Lions had 50 players on their roster after handing in their final cuts on Tuesday and they dropped further by agreeing to trade wide receiver Tim Patrick, but they are starting to fill in the open spots. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that the team will sign safety Daniel
Vikings Use Both IR-Return Slots, Set Initial 53-Man Roster
Here is how the Vikings slashed their roster down to the required 53-man limit: Released: Waived: Placed on IR (return designation): Placed on reserve/PUP list: Ham and Batty will be eligible for activation to the 53-man roster after Week 4. As a result of these early IR placements, the Vikings’
Todd Bowles: Kyle Trask had a good run, Teddy Bridgewater gives us a better chance
One of the notable moves the Buccaneers made while setting their initial 53-man roster was the decision to release quarterback Kyle Trask. The 2021 second-round pick re-signed with the team in the offseason, but signing Teddy Bridgewater during training camp was a sign that the Bucs weren’t thrilled with their
Chargers make decision on Najee Harris
Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris‘ recovery has progressed to the point he will be moved off the active/NFI list. Rather than stashing the free-agency addition on the reserve/PUP list — which would require a four-game absence — the Chargers are moving him to their 53-man roster, per veteran
Bears taking it day-by-day with Jaylon Johnson heading into Week 1
The Bears activated cornerback Jaylon Johnson from their non-football injury list and placed him on their initial 53-man roster Tuesday, but it’s not a sure thing that Johnson will be in the lineup against the Vikings to open the season. Johnson missed all of training camp and the preseason with
Raiders Make Final Moves Down To 53 Players
After making 18 cuts on Monday, the Raiders the following 22 moves to trim their roster down to 53-players, per a team announcement: Waived Released Placed on IR (designated for return) Backup quarterback Aidan O’Connell is projected to be out for six to eight weeks after undergoing surgery for a fractured
Lions agree to trade WR Tim Patrick to Jaguars
NFL teams slashed their rosters to get to the 53-player limit on Tuesday, but they aren’t static and changes will start coming on Wednesday. One of those changes will involve wide receiver Tim Patrick. According to multiple reports, the Lions have agreed to send Patrick to the Jaguars in exchange
Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. loses key offensive starter for season
The Atlanta Falcons will be without a key offensive player for second-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. for the upcoming season. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Odds On the Line: Key Insights for NFL Betting This Season
As the NFL season kicks off, bettors and football enthusiasts alike gear up for an exciting journey filled with speculation, strategy, and, of course, risk. Understanding how betting odds work and the dynamics of NFL betting can be the difference between a successful season and a costly affair. Here are
















































