
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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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 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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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,


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,


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


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


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 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


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


Trade Candidate: Miles Sanders
Miles Sanders‘ future in Carolina was a talking point leading up to the campaign, and his situation still makes a departure something to watch closely for. The veteran running back is drawing trade interest as the Panthers contemplate offloading any number of contracts in the near future. Sanders is among


Jameson Williams issues statement about his suspension
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams issued a public statement about his two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s Performance Enhancing Substances policy. In the statement released through his agent, Williams said the suspension was a “complete surprise” to him, and that he had no idea how any illegal substance had


Giants Host LT D.J. Humphries
OCTOBER 24: Daboll said on Thursday (via Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News) no agreement is imminent between Humphries and the Giants. Ezeudu is set to take first-team left tackle reps in practice again today, meanwhile, suggesting he will in fact handle starting duties on the blindside once more


Rams could get unexpected player back for ‘Thursday Night Football’
Cooper Kupp is expected to return from an ankle injury to face the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday night, and he is not the only Los Angeles Rams star who could take the field for the first time in weeks. Puka Nacua had his 21-day practice window opened earlier this week,


Teams Expected To Pursue Azeez Ojulari In Trades; Giants OLB Drew Offseason Interest
The Giants’ Brian Burns trade made their future at outside linebacker fairly clear. Burns landed a top-market extension upon being dealt to New York, and he has formed a quality tandem with Kayvon Thibodeaux, whose rookie contract can run through 2026 via the fifth-year option. Other clubs have noticed the


NFL betting: Dougherty’s Week 8 betting guide, Part 1
Believe it or not, we’re already halfway through the 2024-25 NFL season. Time flies when you’re betting on football! We’ve got a full slate of 16 games ahead with no byes on the schedule, so let’s get right to the action with our betting preview and predictions for every game


Dolphins Designate Tua Tagovailoa For Return From IR
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 (via KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson) today. Buzz about Tagovailoa coming back when first eligible has persisted for weeks, and Mike McDaniel confirmed the


Mike McCarthy brushes off Jerry Jones’ criticisms
Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy seems to be paying little attention to Jerry Jones’ gripes about his play calling. During a Tuesday appearance on KRLD-FM in Dallas, Jones seemingly bashed McCarthy when he said the Cowboys are “designing bad plays.” McCarthy downplayed the comment during his Wednesday news conference.


Giants owner comments on futures of Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen
With the Giants sitting at 2-5 and cruising toward another lost season, there’s naturally been speculation surrounding the job status of head coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen. The duo got a surprising vote of confidence from owner John Mara. While attending a showing of NFL Network’s “The Duke: Wellington Mara’s Giant


Belichick, Barmore, OL Changes, QB, Osborn
When the Patriots parted ways with Bill Belichick following the 2023 campaign, the divorce was described as an “amicable” and “mutual” decision. However, during a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club podcast, owner Robert Kraft made it pretty clear that it was his decision to move on from the iconic


AFC most disappointing players: Jets’ Aaron Rodgers leads way at QB
Several AFC teams are suffering from subpar play at quarterback — we’re looking at you, New York Jets (2-5), Las Vegas Raiders (2-5) and Tennessee Titans (1-5) — and their records reflect it. And although the Indianapolis Colts are 4-3, they have achieved that record largely despite the play of


Minor NFL Transactions: 10/23/24
Today’s minor moves: Arizona Cardinals Baltimore Ravens Chicago Bears Dallas Cowboys Green Bay Packers Signed: LS Matt Orzech Waived: DL Jonathan Ford New York Jets San Francisco 49ers Tampa Bay Buccaneers Washington Commanders The Bears should soon be getting some offensive reinforcement. Most notably, lineman Larry Borom returned to practice


Panthers QB Bryce Young’s return comes at inopportune time
The Carolina plan on starting quarterback Bryce Young in Week 8 following Andy Dalton’s Tuesday car accident. Anyone anticipating Young’s breakout performance should probably wait. In Week 8, the Panthers (1-6) will play the Denver Broncos (4-3), who have feasted on young quarterbacks recently, including in Week 7 against New


NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/23/24
Today’s practice squad moves: Arizona Cardinals Carolina Panthers Indianapolis Colts Los Angeles Chargers Miami Dolphins New England Patriots Philadelphia Eagles San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks Tampa Bay Buccaneers While the Dolphins should soon have Tua Tagovailoa back on the field, the team has still added another QB to the mix.


Trade for DeAndre Hopkins makes Chiefs clear-cut Super Bowl favorite
The Chiefs moved one step closer to winning their third consecutive Lombardi Trophy on Wednesday. Early in the day, NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that Kansas City had agreed to trade with the Tennessee Titans to send wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to the Chiefs. Hopkins was widely expected to be


Browns Hand Play-Calling Reins To OC Ken Dorsey
Amid a disastrous start, the Browns are changing play-callers. Despite winning Coach of the Year twice since arriving in Cleveland in 2020, Kevin Stefanski will hand over play-calling duties to his new top lieutenant. Ken Dorsey will take over in that role, Stefanski announced Wednesday. This comes nearly a year


Giants owner unwilling to discuss future of QB Daniel Jones
Off to a dreadful 2-5 start, the New York Giants are already on the verge of another lost season, and change will undoubtedly come if they cannot steady the ship. For now, head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen are seemingly safe, but the same can’t be said


Chiefs To Acquire WR DeAndre Hopkins From Titans
9:59pm: Tennessee is set to pay $2.5MM of Hopkins’ remaining base salary, Rapoport tweets. This will cover roughly half of Hopkins’ remaining total. The $2.5MM will be paid out as a signing bonus, according to NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero. As far as conditions go, the Chiefs will need to qualify for


NFC most disappointing players: Giants’ Daniel Jones, these NFC West QBs fizzling
Several NFC teams are suffering from subpar quarterback play — we’re looking at you, New York Giants (2-5), Los Angeles Rams (2-4), San Francisco 49ers (3-4) and Carolina Panthers (1-6) — and their records reflect it. Ahead of Week 8, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the most disappointing player on each


Giants Owner Doesn’t Anticipate HC/GM Changes
With the Giants sitting at 2-5 and cruising toward another lost season, there’s naturally been speculation surrounding the job status of head coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen. The duo got a surprising vote of confidence from owner John Mara this evening. While attending a showing of NFL Network’s


Hall of Fame voters need to elect Antonio Gates this time around
Pro Football Hall of Fame voters should consider giving former Chargers tight end Antonio Gates a gold jacket after he was seemingly snubbed last year. On Wednesday, the HOF trimmed its list of 167 modern-era candidates to 50, and Gates made it. The HOF’s full Selection Committee will cut the


Robert Saleh Working With Packers
Robert Saleh turned up at Packers practice Wednesday, and it does not appear the recently fired Jets HC was merely visiting. Matt LaFleur has a role in mind for the veteran defensive coach. Crediting Saleh with helping him break into the NFL coaching ranks, LaFleur said (via ESPN.com’s Rob Demovsky)


49ers star responds to young fan worried about his fantasy team
Anyone with 49ers players on their fantasy football team this season knows how hard it is to keep a healthy roster. One player, however, went out of his way to let a young football fan know that he was going to be OK. Star wide receiver Deebo Samuel was just


Panthers To Start Bryce Young In Week 8
Andy Dalton was involved in a car accident Tuesday. While the Carolina starter did not need to be hospitalized, Dave Canales confirmed the veteran passer sustained a thumb sprain. Dalton is not expected to play against the Broncos in Week 8. This will push Bryce Young back into action; Canales


Reporter defends Tua Tagovailoa’s decision not to wear Guardian Cap
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since suffering the third concussion of his NFL career in Week 2. The 26-year-old addressed reporters on Monday and said that despite the trio of head injuries since the 2022 season, he doesn’t plan on wearing


Ravens To Open Practice Window For Keaton Mitchell
The Ravens’ league-leading rushing attack seems like it could not get any better, but Baltimore has some additional backfield help on the way with Keaton Mitchell expected to open his 21-day practice window this week, per Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. Mitchell suffered a torn ACL in his left knee