
DeAndre Hopkins hoping to continue Chiefs’ new WR Super Bowl tradition
Toney was selected by the New York Giants with the 20th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and, after failing to find success with Big Blue quarterback Daniel Jones, was traded to the Chiefs in October 2022. The Florida product was crucial in Kansas City’s run to a championship


Browns To Start Jameis Winston In Week 8
The Browns are making another switch on their quarterback depth chart. Days after it was reported Cleveland was demoting Jameis Winston, the offseason pickup will move into the starting role. Winston is expected to take over for an injured Deshaun Watson in Week 8, according to Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz.


Former NFL DB defends Bucs HC after Chris Godwin injury
Some members of the NFL community spent the opening half of this week criticizing Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles after star wide receiver Chris Godwin suffered a gruesome dislocated left ankle while playing late in what became the club’s 41-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night. Former NFL


Saints Place CB Paulson Adebo On IR
The Saints officially placed cornerback Paulson Adebo on injured reserve, ending his 2024 season after breaking his femur last week, per New Orleans.Football’s Nick Underhill. Adebo was carted off early in the second quarter of New Orleans’ Week 7 loss to the Broncos on Thursday night, requiring season-ending surgery. The


Has Kareem Hunt created a RB controversy for Chiefs?
The Kansas City Chiefs remain the sole unbeaten team in the NFL through seven weeks, though they’re doing it in spite of QB Patrick Mahomes, not because of him. When the Chiefs successfully defended their Super Bowl title in February against the San Francisco 49ers, they did so on the


Deebo Samuel Released From Hospital; No Timetable To Return
49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel was discharged from the hospital after leaving Sunday’s game with an illness, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Samuels played just four snaps in San Francisco’s Week 7 loss to the Chiefs before leaving the game and going to the hospital once team doctors determined


49ers’ Deebo Samuel released from hospital
49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel was discharged from the hospital after leaving Sunday’s game with an illness, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. Samuels played just four snaps in San Francisco’s Week 7 loss to the Chiefs before leaving the game and going to the hospital once team doctors determined he


Jerry Jones Criticizes Cowboys’ Offensive Scheme
Jerry Jones‘ frustration with the Cowboys’ offense boiled over into public criticism of the team’s scheme under head coach Mike McCarthy and offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer. “We’re designing bad plays, or we’re designing bad concepts,” Jones said, per Clarence Hill Jr. of All City DLLS. The Cowboys finished the 2023


Tagovailoa rejecting Guardian Cap sets worrying precedent
At a news conference, the high-profile quarterback didn’t elaborate on why he wouldn’t wear the extra layer of protection, calling it a “personal choice”. Tagovailoa also told reporters he didn’t feel symptomatic the day after the head-first collision with Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, which led to his latest concussion


Saints Reach Extension With Alvin Kamara
The Saints and five-time Pro Bowl running back Alvin Kamara are in agreement on a two-year, $24.5MM contract extension, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Kamara was under contract for one more year, but the Saints were not expected to carry his non-guaranteed $22.4MM salary in 2025. Kamara’s new deal will


Rodgers disputes his most embarrassing pick from Jets’ loss
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw two picks to help the Pittsburgh Steelers trounce the Jets, 37-15, on Sunday. But Rodgers’ most embarrassing pick of the day came while he was on the bench having a Gardner Minshew moment. Cameras caught Rodgers picking around his nostrils before sticking his


Minor NFL Transactions: 10/22/24
Here are today’s minor moves from around the NFL: Baltimore Ravens Carolina Panthers Detroit Lions Houston Texans Kansas City Chiefs Los Angeles Chargers Los Angeles Rams Minnesota Vikings New York Giants Pittsburgh Steelers Washington Commanders The Ravens finally activated Maulet to the 53-man roster at the very end of his


Saints take five-time Pro Bowler off trade market with extension
The Saints aren’t letting running back Alvin Kamara slip away. On Tuesday, NFL insider Mike Garafolo reported Kamara and New Orleans agreed on a two-year, $24.5M extension to keep the running back in New Orleans through the 2026 season. Insider Tom Pelissero noted with his extension, the Saints shaved $18M


Teams Calling Browns On Myles Garrett; Cleveland Unlikely To Move DE, CB Denzel Ward
The edge rusher market lost Haason Reddick, who is finally on track to make his Jets debut thanks to a recent contract resolution. As teams are in need at the glamour defensive position, inquiries into two of the league’s best are already underway. Although the Raiders have said they are


Mike Evans’ hamstring injury puts incredible streak at risk
Mike Evans suffered a hamstring injury during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night, and one of the most impressive streaks in sports is in jeopardy as a result. Evans dropped what would have been his second touchdown catch of the game midway through the


Rams Calling Teams On Cooper Kupp
The Rams have been waiting on the returns of Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua, playing most of the season without Matthew Stafford‘s top weapons. Kupp is expected back in Week 8, but trade rumors surrounding the former first-team All-Pro are gaining steam. Ahead of the Rams’ Thursday matchup with the


Derrick Henry on pace to make NFL history
The Baltimore Ravens (5-2) have the best rushing offense in the NFL and it isn’t close. Through the first seven weeks of the season, the Ravens are averaging a league-leading 210.9 rushing yards per game. The next closest is the Philadelphia Eagles with 166.7 rushing yards per game. Baltimore’s success


Jameson Williams Facing Two-Game Ban
Jameson Williams‘ breakout season may be coming to a brief pause. According to ESPN’s Eric Woodyard (and via ESPN’s Adam Schefter), the Lions wide receiver is facing a two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s PED policy. Williams spoke to Woodyard, stating that he’s disappointed with the development and has “no


Ravens offense looks unstoppable in commanding win over Bucs
After enduring some early-season struggles, it’s safe to say the Baltimore Ravens have regained their status as one of the NFL’s elite teams. On Monday, Baltimore (5-2) rallied from an early 10-point deficit to secure its fifth consecutive victory, a 41-31 road win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-3) in


Buccaneers Fear Chris Godwin Sustained Dislocated Ankle
As the Buccaneers attempted to crawl back into their Monday-night matchup with the Ravens, they lost one of their long-running wide receiver starters. The team fears Chris Godwin suffered a serious injury. The team is concerned Godwin suffered a dislocated ankle, Todd Bowles said postgame. This will stall a bounce-back


Saints to sign former Chiefs wide receiver
Marquez Valdes-Scantling has found his next gig. The veteran wideout is signing with the Saints, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport. The receiver worked out for the organization earlier on Monday. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Valdes-Scantling also received interest from the Colts, Commanders and “other” squads. Ultimately,


Seahawks QB Geno Smith Aiming For 20-Year Career
Geno Smith has enjoyed a strong starting tenure in Seattle, and the 34-year-old is under contract through next season. He does not intend to hang up his cleats any time soon, though. “My goal is to play 20 years,” Smith said during an interview with Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio. “My idol Kobe


Raiders To Place QB Aidan O’Connell On IR
Aidan O’Connell‘s time as the Raiders’ starting quarterback in 2024 has proven to be short-lived. The broken thumb he suffered on Sunday will lead to an extended absence. O’Connell is expected to miss four to six weeks, as first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The second-year passer will seek a


49ers HC gives worrying update about WR Brandon Aiyuk
Things went from bad to worse for the San Francisco 49ers in their 28-18 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk took a brutal hit after catching a pass from quarterback Brock Purdy. Replay showed his knee clearly hyperextending and he eventually needed to be carted off


Browns’ Deshaun Watson Suffers Achilles Injury
10:00pm: When speaking about Watson’s injury after Cleveland’s loss, Stefanski confirmed the team’s fear is an Achilles tear. Further testing will be needed for confirmation, but in all likelihood Thompson-Robinson (who himself exited the contest due to a finger injury) or Winston will be leaned on for the remainder of


NFL Week 7 knee-jerk reactions: Giants owner won’t be sleeping well
Week 7 of the regular season in the NFL offered a number of thrilling finishes, quarterback injuries and questionable coaching decisions. Amidst the chaos of this week’s slate, the Minnesota Vikings suffered their first loss of the season in a thriller, while the Buffalo Bills cruised to their second straight


Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell Suffers Broken Thumb
Aidan O’Connell‘s stint back as the starter in Las Vegas was a short one. In only his second start of the season, O’Connell left today’s game in Los Angeles with a hand injury. According to Ian Rapoport, preliminary tests seem to indicate that the second-year passer broke his thumb. He’ll


Watch: Commanders LB Dante Fowler grabs first-career pick-six
It took 132 career games for Washington Commanders edge-rusher Dante Fowler to record his first NFL interception, but the nine-year veteran made it worth the wait. Fowler picked off Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton on Sunday, returning it 67 yards for a touchdown to give the Commanders (4-2) a 7-0


Browns Promote Dorian Thompson-Robinson To QB2, Demote Jameis Winston
There is interesting quarterback news to report in Cleveland today, though it is likely not the news Browns fans were hoping to receive. While struggling QB1 Deshaun Watson is still operating as the starter, the Browns have demoted Jameis Winston to the emergency third-string passer for today’s game against the


NFL’s 10 most important people in Week 7
Each week, Yardbarker highlights the most important people leading into the week’s NFL games. From players to coaches and beyond, here are the 10 most important people to keep an eye on in Week 7. Wide receiver Davante Adams | New York Jets On Tuesday, the Las Vegas Raiders dealt


Rams’ Cooper Kupp Drawing Trade Interest
Two high-profile receiver trades took place this week, and Davante Adams and Amari Cooper are now off the market. Several other options at that position represent targets for contending teams, though, and Cooper Kupp is one of them. The Adams and Cooper deals generated increased communication amongst teams for other potential trades, Ian Rapoport of


Rams star WR drawing trade interest
The Adams and Cooper deals generated increased communication amongst teams for other potential trades, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network details. Among the teams receiving calls were the Rams, with contenders eyeing Kupp as a possible mid-season acquisition. It remains to be seen how interested Los Angeles will be in considering


Panthers Activate CB Dane Jackson
A key member of the Panthers’ secondary is set to make his Carolina debut tomorrow. Dane Jackson was activated from injured reserve Saturday, the team announced. A hamstring injury meant Jackson would not be healthy in time for the start of the season. Carolina was one of many teams which elected to


‘That’s a lie’: Saints star doesn’t hold back on trade rumors
Saints running back Alvin Kamara performed one of his patented jukes on Saturday. But instead of it coming against an NFL defense, Kamara shook off an erroneous trade demand rumor. With New Orleans (2-5) mired in a five-game losing streak and drifting toward irrelevancy, Kamara, who is on an expiring


Tua Tagovailoa Expected To Practice Next Week, Hoping To Play In Week 8
Tua Tagovailoa is zeroing in on his return to the field. Per Dianna Russini of The Athletic, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel told his team that the starting quarterback is expected to start practicing next Wednesday. If all goes well, there’s “hope” that Tagovailoa will be under center for Miami in


49ers’ Ricky Pearsall to make NFL debut vs. Chiefs
As expected, Ricky Pearsall will make his NFL debut on Sunday. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Friday the first-round rookie wideout will be activated from the NFI list in time for Week 7. “The guys are pumped. He’s been around the guys for a while now, so it’s


Falcons Eyeing Edge Rush Addition
The Falcons made a pair of veteran defensive additions not long before the start of the season. One of those was the trade acquisition of Matt Judon, but another move along the edge could be coming. Atlanta is “very open” to bringing in more help in the pass-rush department, Sports Illustrated’s


Mike Williams breaks silence after criticism from Aaron Rodgers
Unsurprisingly, New York Jets wide receiver Mike Williams doesn’t seem willing to stand up to quarterback Aaron Rodgers. After Monday’s 23-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills, Rodgers seemingly scapegoated Williams when he said he ran the wrong route on a game-sealing interception. However, it looked like Rodgers underthrew the ball


Amari Cooper To Play In Week 7; Latest On Bills’ Pursuit
Davante Adams was dealt to the Jets earlier this week, but that AFC East wideout acquisition was soon followed up by the Bills landing Amari Cooper. Further details have emerged on the latter swap. Buffalo was one of several suitors for Adams, who represented the top trade target amongst receivers. The price


Browns HC shares big news about Nick Chubb
Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski shared some big news about Nick Chubb on Friday. Stefanski told the media that he expects Chubb to play in the team’s Week 7 game at home against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Chubb is expected to play despite being listed as questionable on


Browns’ Za’Darius Smith Addresses Trade Possibilities, Potential Lions Acquisition
The Browns have traded away Amari Cooper, a sign the 1-5 team could continue to sell leading up to the trade deadline. If that proves true, edge rusher Za’Darius Smith could soon be on the move. The veteran served as a full-time starter last year, his debut campaign in Cleveland. Smith posted


Three Ravens who could have biggest impact vs. Buccaneers in Week 7
The Baltimore Ravens (4-2) are going on the road to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-2) in Week 7. It is a highly touted battle between two of the top teams in the NFL on “Monday Night Football.” Here are three Ravens who could impact the game the most. Running


Giants To Sign T Chris Hubbard Off 49ers’ Practice Squad
In need of healthy options at the offensive tackle spot, the Giants are set to make an outside addition. Chris Hubbard is being added off the 49ers’ practice squad, head coach Brian Daboll said on Friday. Andrew Thomas is out for the year due to his recent surgery on a Lisfranc injury. Joshua Ezeudu will take


Three Steelers who could have biggest impact vs. Jets in Week 7
The Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2) are hosting the New York Jets (2-4) in what is a much-anticipated Week 7 matchup on “Sunday Night Football.” Here are three Steelers who could impact the game the most: Quarterback Russell Wilson On Tuesday, head coach Mike Tomlin revealed that Wilson is “in consideration” to


Chargers, Saints, Steelers Inquire About Jets’ Mike Williams
For the second time this year, Mike Williams has generated trade discussions. Months after talks in March, he is not attached to a high-end contract a team is desperate to move. Though, the team that authorized Williams’ 2022 deal is back in on the suddenly available wide receiver. The Chargers


NFL Week 7: Dougherty’s NFL betting guide, Part 2
Carolina Panthers @ Washington Commanders Sunday, Oct. 20, 4:05 p.m., CBSSpread: Commanders -8Total: 50.5 The Commanders held their own in a competitive loss to the Baltimore Ravens last week. They’re averaging 34.3 points over the last four games, and here comes a Carolina defense that ranks dead last in points


Minor NFL Transactions: 10/17/24
Thursday’s minor moves: Denver Broncos New Orleans Saints New York Jets Tampa Bay Buccaneers Watson could be claimed off waivers by any teams seeking backfield depth. If that does not take place, though, he will become a free agent. Chris Tomasson of the Denver Gazette reports a mutual interest exists


Ricky Pearsall takes huge step toward making his 49ers debut
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall appears set to make his NFL debut soon, less than two months after he was shot in the chest. The 49ers officially opened Pearsall’s practice window this week as he remains on the reserve/non-football injury list. Although he still has not been officially


Broncos To Activate OLB Baron Browning, RT Mike McGlinchey
2:01pm: McGlinchey will also return when first eligible. Although the Broncos could have given their two recovering players the mini-bye to move toward a return, they have deemed neither IR-return cog as in need of extra time. The veteran right tackle will join Browning in coming off IR tonight, NFL.com’s


Justin Fields offers honest take on possibly losing his starting job
The Pittsburgh Steelers look like they are going to make a quarterback change in Week 7 despite their impressive start to the season. If Justin Fields is angry about that, he is doing a good job of keeping it to himself. Fields was asked on Thursday about the possibility of