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According to Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk, New York Jets starting quarterback Justin Fields did not throw a pass that traveled 10 yards in the air over the club’s first two preseason games.  Some have voiced concerns about the Jets’ passing attack with Fields in the lineup, but he insisted

The Bengals had Cordell Volson battling for a roster spot, but the contract-year guard has bigger concerns now. Volson is set to miss the season, Zac Taylor said (via ESPN.com’s Ben Baby). A shoulder injury that will require surgery will move Volson out of the picture for the 2025 Bengals.

NFL analyst and former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Willie Colon claimed earlier in August that quarterback Aaron Rodgers had looked “really, really good” in training camp.  More recently, Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger visited Pittsburgh for a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last week. During the latest edition of

The Patriots are open to trading veteran defenders Kyle Dugger and Anfernee Jennings, according to The Athletic’s Jeff Howe. Dugger, a five-year veteran with 65 career starts, has seen a role reduction under new defensive coordinator Terrell Williams. The Patriots just signed the 29-year-old safety to a four-year, $58MM extension

New York Jets running back Breece Hall has been the subject of trade speculation this offseason, but head coach Aaron Glenn insists he is not anticipating the departure of his star running back. Glenn told reporters on Tuesday that the Jets plan to rotate three running backs at the start

Long before Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed on Tuesday that free-agency signing Daniel Jones will be the Week 1 starting quarterback over 2023 first-round draft pick Anthony Richardson Sr., reporters mentioned that both Steichen and Colts general manager Chris Ballard could be a losing season away from being

The Vikings are exploring a trade for a veteran wide receiver, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. The Jets and the 49ers are also interested in adding a wideout, per Russini. Minnesota will be without 2023 first-round pick Jordan Addison for the first three games

The Cleveland Browns were one of a few teams to address their starting quarterback questions for the beginning of the 2025 NFL season within the last few days. Not surprisingly, the Browns named veteran Joe Flacco their starting quarterback for Week 1 when they host the Cincinnati Bengals.  Out of

It’s now clear that Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady endorsed the club acquiring quarterback Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks earlier this offseason and the Raiders’ decision to hand Smith a two-year, $85.5M extension that included $66.5M guaranteed. For a piece published on Wednesday, NFL insider Dan Graziano of

The Pittsburgh Steelers went to great lengths to acquire DK Metcalf in the offseason. With George Pickens no longer in the picture, Metcalf is entrenched as the team’s primary pass-catcher. But it doesn’t sound like he’s the only receiver to catch Aaron Rodgers’ eye. Rodgers believes Roman Wilson can also

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris recently offered high praise for how veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins has handled serving as the primary backup for 2024 first-round draft pick Michael Penix Jr. this summer. For a piece published on Wednesday morning, Marc Raimondi of ESPN expanded on how Cousins has impressed his teammates

Before Los Angeles Chargers backup quarterback Trey Lance became one of the standout players of the ongoing preseason, he failed to cement himself as a long-term option for the San Francisco 49ers after they made him the third overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft.  49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan

Shortly after it was learned in March that the Indianapolis Colts planned to sign free-agent quarterback Daniel Jones, 2023 first-round draft pick Anthony Richardson Sr. insisted he had “no plans to seek a trade.”  It seems Richardson’s mindset may have changed now that he has officially lost the Indianapolis starting job to Jones.  “We

Longtime Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward generated headlines when he said in March that his “pitch” to quarterback Aaron Rodgers at that time was: “Either you want to be a Pittsburgh Steeler or you don’t. It’s that simple.” Rodgers eventually signed a team-friendly contract to join the Steelers in time to

Mayfield is also missing Chris Godwin in training camp. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL

“It sounds like at this point it’s personal. It sounds like each side is dug in,” ESPN’s Adam Schefter said Tuesday on his podcast. “Right now, both sides seem to be angry. Now, have others put those feelings aside in the past and figured out a way to work out

To no surprise, the Cleveland Browns announced veteran Joe Flacco as their starting quarterback on Monday. While trade acquisition Kenny Pickett, third-round pick Dillon Gabriel and fifth-round selection Shedeur Sanders were also listed on the team’s depth chart ahead of the preseason, Flacco was the front-runner to land the starting

It is a PCL sprain, according to the Dallas Morning News’ Calvin Watkins, who projects a four- to six-week return timetable. Although that timeline could have Mingo ready to go before Week 5, ESPN.com’s Todd Archer indicates the former second-round pick is likely to land on IR to open the

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford practiced for the first time during training camp on Monday as he works to recover from a lingering back issue.  Later on Monday, Rams head coach Sean McVay raised eyebrows when he said that discussing Stafford’s status for Los Angeles’ Week 1 game against

Now that the second week of the NFL’s preseason is officially in the books, let’s take a look at some standout performances from this week’s action. Some rookie quarterbacks did their part to show they belong in the NFL, and the Philadelphia Eagles may have found another defensive superstar.  Jaxson

The Cleveland Browns confirmed expected news when they revealed on Monday that veteran Joe Flacco will serve as their starting quarterback for their regular-season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7.  On Tuesday, Flacco acknowledged a harsh truth about his situation after he was asked if he expects to be Cleveland’s

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won’t know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here’s a look at how each team addressed its needs.   Joe Rondone / USA Today Sports

Doubling down at wide receiver this offseason by re-signing Chris Godwin and drafting Emeka Egbuka, the Buccaneers had the makings of one of the deepest receiving groups in recent NFL history. They will not open the season with their full arsenal. Godwin’s recovery timeline from a second ankle surgery remains

It is no secret that the Cincinnati Bengals had one of the worst defenses in the NFL during the 2024 season. Despite the struggles on defense, quarterback Joe Burrow had the best season of his career, only for the Bengals to fall short of the postseason for the second year

One of the Cowboys’ IR-return spots next week looks like it will go to Jonathan Mingo. The 2024 trade acquisition sustained a knee injury that is expected to sideline him into the regular season, Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz reports. It is a PCL sprain, according to the Dallas Morning News’

The Indianapolis Colts announced Daniel Jones as their starting quarterback on Tuesday, making them the 12th team to have a different starting QB from Week 1 last season. Who’s better off, and who will regret making a switch? Below, we rank the 12 quarterbacks from worst to best, plus reveal

Today’s minor moves: Buffalo Bills Detroit Lions Green Bay Packers Reverted to IR: DL Keith Randolph Houston Texans Jacksonville Jaguars Los Angeles Rams Minnesota Vikings New England Patriots Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers Tennessee Titans Ameer Abdullah landed on IR earlier this month with a rib injury, but he’ll now

Everything is amplified when you’re the head coach, or quarterback, of the New York Jets, and new HC Aaron Glenn has quickly figured that out. It’s probably not surprising. Glenn was the 12th overall pick of the Jets in the 1994 NFL Draft, and he played eight seasons in New

It’s been assumed that Joshua Dobbs would serve as Drake Maye‘s primary backup in 2025, but the veteran quarterback may not have a roster spot secure. According to Ben Volin of the Boston Globe, Dobbs is not a “lock” to make the Patriots roster. As Volin notes, Dobbs has struggled

For the first four seasons of his career, Gabe Davis was never the top receiving option for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. But he did serve as a reliable big-play threat en route to 27 touchdowns throughout his stint with the franchise. Before last season, though, the Bills made

Following news that Daniel Jones earned the Colts starting quarterback gig, Anthony Richardson‘s camp is starting to question his future in Indy. While speaking with ESPN’s Stephen Holder, agent Deiric Jackson expressed disappointment at the decision and hinted that his client may be looking to play elsewhere. [RELATED: Colts Name

When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected wide receiver Emeka Egbuka with pick No. 19 in the 2025 NFL Draft, the choice seemed surprising.  The Buccaneers already have a talented receiving corps, which features Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. Now that the team’s WR room is injury riddled, though, it could

With no end in sight to the ongoing Trey Hendrickson saga, there were reports that the Patriots were sniffing around at a potential trade. While New England was understandably doing its due diligence, it doesn’t sound like they’re close to acquiring the star pass rusher. [RELATED: Patriots Open To Trade

The New York Giants have one of the deepest quarterback rooms in the NFL, and there has been speculation that Jameis Winston could be the odd man out when the regular season begins. It does not sound like Winston is going anywhere, however. Russell Wilson is expected to be the

With Mac Jones nursing a knee injury, the 49ers are adding a familiar face to their roster. According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, the team is signing quarterback Nate Sudfeld. The veteran QB worked out for the team yesterday. Sudfeld spent the 2021 campaign in the 49ers organization. After

It is no secret that the relationship between Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys is not on solid ground, but that does not necessarily mean it is tarnished beyond repair. On the latest episode of his podcast, which was released on Tuesday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter predicted that Parsons and the

Last season, the Steelers turned to a rookie UDFA as their primary slot cornerback. After some notable additions this offseason, Beanie Bishop is not expected to start again. He is also no longer assured of a roster spot. Steelers DC Teryl Austin said (via the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review’s Chris Adamski) Bishop

Pittsburgh Steelers star defensive lineman Cam Heyward returned to team drills on Tuesday, ending what had been a hold-in throughout training camp as he attempts to get a new contract from the team. Heyward had not participated in team drills in nearly three weeks due to his unhappiness with the

Ryan Stonehouse has proven to possess one of the strongest legs in NFL history, going 3-for-3 in seasons with 50-plus-yard punting averages. The player who broke Sammy Baugh‘s longstanding single-season punting record has now been jettisoned twice this year, however. The Dolphins waived Stonehouse on Tuesday, per a team announcement.

The Indianapolis Colts must have zero belief that Anthony Richardson is capable of being a starting quarterback in the NFL. That is the only logical conclusion one can draw from their decision to go with Daniel Jones as their starting quarterback for the 2025 season, while also giving him a

Returning from a short absence due to a bone spur in his foot, Nik Bonitto is now atop the Broncos’ extension queue. Denver extended Courtland Sutton and Zach Allen earlier during training camp, moving its other extension candidate’s negotiation to center stage. Bonitto, who is entering the final season of

To no surprise, the Cleveland Browns announced veteran Joe Flacco as their starting quarterback on Monday. While trade acquisition Kenny Pickett, third-round pick Dillon Gabriel and fifth-round selection Shedeur Sanders were also listed on the team’s depth chart ahead of the preseason, Flacco was the front-runner to land the starting

Sidelined to date through training camp, Andrew Thomas is now cleared to practice. The Giants’ left tackle was activated from the active/PUP list on Tuesday, per a team announcement. An October 2024 Lisfranc injury limited Thomas to just six games last season and set him up for a lengthy rehab process. A

Almost immediately after the Cleveland Browns confirmed that veteran Joe Flacco will serve as their starting quarterback for their regular-season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7, some suggested that Flacco essentially won the job by default after the other three active signal-callers on the roster dealt with injury setbacks this

Not long after it was learned the Commanders are prepared to trade running back Brian Robinson, team and player decided he would not play in yesterday’s preseason contest. A parting of ways appears to be forthcoming. [RELATED: No Progress On Terry McLaurin Extension Talks] Head coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters spoke with Robinson

The fantasy football season is fast approaching. Last year, the first five running backs selected were Christian McCaffrey, Breece Hall, Bijan Robinson, Jonathan Taylor and Jahmyr Gibbs. Of that group, only two ended the season as top-five performers. History shows that drafting a player early doesn’t always translate to elite

Year 2 of Jordan Love’s tenure atop the Packers’ quarterback depth chart produced another playoff berth amidst a strong showing against several middling and subpar opponents. On the other hand, Green Bay went a combined 0-6 between the regular and postseason against the Eagles, Lions and Vikings. Even a season

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young endured a rough rookie season that included the in-campaign firing of head coach Frank Reich less than a year after the Panthers made Young the first overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft.  For a lengthy piece published on Tuesday morning, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Turron Davenport touched upon

George Fant met with the Commanders last week, and a deal has emerged shortly thereafter. The veteran tackle has agreed to terms with Washington, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports. Fant was limited to just two games last season upon returning to the Seahawks. He had won the right tackle gig in

A report from Monday indicated that people within the Indianapolis Colts felt that free-agency signing Daniel Jones “is probably more equipped to be” the club’s Week 1 starting quarterback after 2023 first-round draft pick Anthony Richardson Sr. struggled with poor play and injury setbacks over his first two pro seasons.  It