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Bill Belichick shocked the football world when he accepted a position as the head coach of the University of North Carolina’s football program. As a state employee at a public university, Belichick’s contract is available in the public record, per Ben Volin of the Boston Globe. It includes $10MM per

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is no stranger to highlight-reel catches, and he made another one on Thursday night against the San Francisco 49ers. Nacua’s first catch of the game may have only gone for seven yards, but it required some incredible concentration for him to haul it

Marquise Brown has been cleared to practice, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, positioning the star wideout to get back on the field for the Chiefs after shoulder surgery on his SC joint in September put his season in doubt. Reports of Brown’s potential to return this year initially emerged in

The Kansas City Chiefs already have the best record in the NFL at 12-1, and they could be looking even more dangerous in the future. Hollywood Brown, who has been out the entire season due to a sternoclavicular injury, has been cleared to begin practicing with the team. According to

Browns running back Nick Chubb is set to be a free agent after this season, but he has every desire to stay in Cleveland for the rest of his career. “I started here. I’d like to finish here,” said Chubb via Cleveland.com’s Dan Labbe. “Cleveland just means a lot to me.

When legendary former NFL coach Bill Belichick became North Carolina’s head coach on Wednesday, it got us thinking: What’s the perfect college coaching gig for every NFC head coach?  So, suspend reality (a little) as we send all 16 back to college.  NFC East DALLAS COWBOYS | Mike McCarthy: Pittsburgh

Uncertainty is no longer in place with respect to Garett Bolles‘ future. The longtime Broncos left tackle announced on Thursday he and the team have reached agreement on a new deal. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero adds this will be a four-year extension. Bolles was on track for free agency, but now he

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay.  From a Heisman Trophy finalist to an outstanding offensive tackle, here are five players we are tracking:  Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel could be the QB who soars in the College Football Playoff After the QB

Although the 49ers will not be confused with a healthy team going into their pivotal Rams rematch, they did see Talanoa Hufanga return last week. The team now will see the other key defender who has missed most of this season back at work. Injured while trotting onto the field

Frustrated wide receiver Garrett Wilson raised eyebrows when he said shortly after the New York Jets’ latest defeat that it feels like the organization has “a losing problem” and/or a losing “gene.”  On Wednesday, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers acknowledged there “might be some sort of curse we’ve got to snap”

Kevin Winston Jr. did not have the 2024 season he hoped for, but he has elected to turn pro. The Penn State junior announced on Thursday is headed to the NFL draft. “After much thought and prayer, I’m excited to announce that I’ll be declaring for the 2025 NFL draft,” Winston’s

Las Vegas Raiders principal owner Mark Davis spoke with reporters on Wednesday and revealed he won’t make any final decision about the future of head coach Antonio Pierce until the ongoing season concludes.  Davis also touched upon how minority owner and Fox lead NFL in-game analyst Tom Brady will “help us on the

The Broncos are surpassing expectations as they’ve rattled off three straight wins to match the Chargers’ 8-5 record to draw even with them in the AFC West. While the players are taking care of business, their success is in no small part due to the coaching staff put together in

On Wednesday, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown squashed the notion that he and quarterback Jalen Hurts are bickering. Concerns about Brown’s relationship with Hurts arose after Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham suggested they’re having problems on a Monday episode of his radio show with WIP-FM in Philadelphia.  “BG was

Noah Brown‘s injury will prompt the Commanders to act at receiver. They submitted a successful waiver claim for K.J. Osborn, ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter reports. The Patriots ended an unsuccessful Osborn tenure Tuesday. The veteran slot receiver has produced in the past, however, faring well in Kevin O’Connell‘s Vikings offense. The

Even the 12-1 Kansas City Chiefs and 10-3 Pittsburgh Steelers have major needs. In the spirit of the holiday season, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the perfect gift for all teams in the AFC. AFC East BUFFALO BILLS (10-3) | A domed stadium | Fans watch NFL games to see the world’s

Since ditching their solid but unspectacular Derek Carr plan, the Raiders have delivered a rudderless two years at quarterback. They have not seen their free agency and draft plans pan out, and the organization is amid a lengthy buildup to another true search for an answer. Although the Raiders looked

Even the 12-1 Detroit Lions and 11-2 Philadelphia Eagles have significant needs. In the spirit of the season, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the perfect gift for all teams in the NFC. NFC East DALLAS COWBOYS (5-8) | A TV gig for Mike McCarthy | Owner Jerry Jones recently unwrapped the idea

The Chargers are 8-5 under new head coach Jim Harbaugh and his coaching staff, good for second place in the AFC West and the sixth seed in the AFC. Harbaugh gave the media an update today that could spell trouble for the team hoping to make a playoff push and

Jason Kelce has earned the all-clear over his recent confrontation with a fan. Gabriela Carroll of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports this week that Kelce will not face any charges over an incident with a fan while he was attending an Ohio State-Penn State college football game back in early November.

Wednesday’s minor roster updates: Atlanta Falcons Signed to active roster: RB Carlos Washington Jr. Placed on IR: RB Jase McClellan Chicago Bears Cleveland Browns Los Angeles Rams Reverted to season-ending IR: G KT Leveston Miami Dolphins New York Giants New York Jets Seattle Seahawks It’s unfortunate news for the rookie second-round

Last season, eight NFL head coaches were fired — including Belichick in New England — but only one franchise (Falcons) interviewed the six-time Super Bowl winner. They spurned Belichick for Raheem Morris, who has a career record of 27-45, including 6-7 this year.  The Panthers, Raiders and Titans hired Dave

Former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is headed to the University of North Carolina to take over as head coach of the Tar Heels’ football program, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Belichick’s contract is worth $30MM over three years, per The Athletic’s Ralph Russo, keeping him in Chapel Hill through the

The Las Vegas Raiders have fallen to 2-11 during Antonio Pierce’s first season as the club’s full-time head coach. Understandably, this has some wondering if team owner Mark Davis could consider hiring an upgrade come January.  For a piece published Wednesday, NFL insiders Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN explained why

Despite their wide receiver depth being an issue throughout this season, the Steelers managed a two-score win over the Browns without George Pickens. The standout Pittsburgh pass catcher suffered a hamstring injury doing post-practice work late last week, and the Steelers exercised caution by holding him out. That strategy is

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni insisted on Tuesday that the relationship between wide receiver A.J. Brown and quarterback Jalen Hurts was just fine despite what defensive end Brandon Graham said about the matter earlier in the week.  On Wednesday, Sirianni indicated the Brown-Hurts story has been “100%” overblown as 11-2 Philadelphia prepares to

Bill Belichick may well be close to make a radical career change. He remains in discussions with the University of North Carolina about succeeding Mack Brown as head coach. This would take the NFL’s second-winningest coach out of the mix for jobs in 2025 and maybe henceforth. The sides are

Despite being added days before the regular season, Noah Brown has settled into the Commanders’ No. 2 wide receiver role. However, the contending team will need to find other solutions moving forward. Brown suffered what Dan Quinn called an internal “serious injury,” according to NBC Sports Washington’s JP Finlay. While Quinn stopped

As expected, Ryan Kelly is on his way back. The Colts will have their center at practice Wednesday, with Shane Steichen announcing the Pro Bowl blocker will receive a return designation from IR. Kelly has missed the required four games, due to a knee injury, but has been viewed as

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris continues to insist he’ll ride with veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins over rookie Michael Penix Jr. until further notice despite Cousins’ struggles over the past four games.  For a piece published Wednesday, NFL insiders Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN addressed whether Morris could change his mind before Week

Deion Jones has not played in 2024, but that could change relatively soon. The veteran linebacker is signing with the Buccaneers, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. To little surprise, this will be a practice squad agreement. Such moves are common amongst veteran free agents as they look to play their way onto

The Pittsburgh Steelers may be without their leading receiver once again. At his media availability on Tuesday, head coach Mike Tomlin said there is an “outside chance” WR George Pickens plays Sunday vs. the Philadelphia Eagles. According to ESPN’s Brooke Pryor, Tomlin said Pickens is doubtful after the hamstring injury,

The Panthers are bringing in a pair of skill-position players to close out the season. Carolina is set to sign Velus Jones off the Jaguars’ practice squad, Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz reports. The team is also adding wideout Trenton Irwin on a taxi squad deal, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase was an integral part of the Cincinnati Bengals‘ 27-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on “Monday Night Football.” Chase logged 177 yards and two touchdowns on 14 catches, reaching the end zone for the game-winning score with a minute left in regulation. That effort gave him

Henry Anderson‘s time in the NFL has officially come to an end. The veteran defensive lineman announced his retirement on Tuesday. Forever grateful to this incredible game for all the lessons, memories and relationships that will last a lifetime,” Anderson wrote in his retirement message. “Excited for the next chapter!” The

The ACC school hopes to have Belichick onboard soon, according to CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones, who notes the ball should be considered in the coach’s court. This would be Belichick’s first college coaching position. While his father spent decades as a college coach — including a three-year span with the

The Browns placed cornerback Greg Newsome on injured reserve, per a team announcement. The Browns have just four games remaining in the regular season and have been eliminated from playoff contention, so Newsome’s IR stint will end his season. The former first-round pick felt a “pop” in his left hamstring

When it seems the Dallas Cowboys’ season can’t become even more pathetic, it does.  As of Tuesday, ESPN BET lists the Carolina Panthers as a 2.5-point favorite in their home matchup against the Cowboys on Sunday.  If Vegas doesn’t change the spread, the Panthers will be favored in a game

Carolina Panthers Placed on injured reserve: RB Jonathon Brooks Waived: DL DeShawn Williams Signed to active roster from practice squad: DT Sam Roberts New York Giants Placed on injured reserve: CB Tre Hawkins Signed to active roster from practice squad: CB Greg Stroman Tennessee Titans Waived with injury designation: OT Leroy

Brett Favre on Tuesday addressed a contentious moment he had with former New York Jets legend Mark Gastineau in 2023. On Tuesday, ESPN posted a snippet on X that showed Gastineau confronting Favre at a Chicago memorabilia convention last year. During the exchange, Gastineau accused Favre of taking a dive

Evidenced further by the events of this offseason, quarterbacks possess unrivaled leverage. Trevor Lawrence and Jordan Love rose to the top of the NFL’s salary hierarchy for a period, joining Joe Burrow on that perch without similar accolades. Dak Prescott then smashed through that ceiling to a watershed contract, using

Ja’Marr Chase has been absolutely cooking for the Cincinnati Bengals this season, and continued to show his brilliance on “Monday Night Football,” against the Dallas Cowboys. On the first of his 14 receptions he became the first player in NFL history to haul in at least 80 passes, seven touchdowns

Everyone, including former legendary quarterback Troy Aikman, seems to have an opinion on the Dallas Cowboys’ head-coaching situation. Per The Athletic’s Jon Machota, Aikman appeared on sports radio station 105.3 The Fan ahead of the club’s “Monday Night Football” home game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Aikman said he expects Mike McCarthy to

Veteran edge rusher Jason Pierre-Paul is “in great shape and ready to come in and contribute,” according to KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson. Pierre has not played in the NFL for almost a year. He played in two games for the Dolphins in 2023 after they signed him from the Saints’ practice

Already eliminated from playoff contention, these teams can’t wait to ruin the fun for other NFL cities hoping to make it to the postseason. Cleveland Browns (3-10) Why they could be trouble: Browns quarterback Jameis Winston is just as likely to throw for 497 yards and four touchdowns like he

The Patriots are activating offensive lineman Cole Strange from the Physically Unable to Perform list, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Strange suffered a torn patellar tendon in his left knee last December, sidelining him for almost a year. He returned to practice on November 20, so his 21-day practice window was

New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams realizes his reunion with quarterback Aaron Rodgers will probably be short-lived.  The Jets (3-10) were eliminated from the playoffs in a 32-26 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 14. Considering it’s failed to meet expectations this season, New York may end

After a significant reduction in 2021, the NFL’s salary cap is back on the rise. This year brought a record spike, which produced some windfalls — particularly along the offensive and defensive lines — in the days that followed. More growth is coming, but not quite as much as what

The Bengals have Joe Burrow signed to the second-most lucrative quarterback deal, and Chase is playing his way toward a contract that will likely eclipse Jefferson’s $35M-per-year pact. The Bengals have not seriously negotiated with Higgins since the first half of 2023, and in becoming the only team to tag