Category : Red Zone Rumors

As the NFL season heats up, Darnell Mooney of the Chicago Bears is emerging as a sleeper fantasy pick. With an ascending role in an evolving offense, Mooney’s red zone potential could lead to game-changing performances. What Happened Early Season Struggles: The Bears faced difficulties in their passing game, which

Giants left tackle Andrew Thomas did not practice on Thursday, but it doesn’t sound like the team has made any decision about his status for Sunday’s game against the Commanders yet. Thomas has been working his way back from last year’s season-ending foot injury and he practiced on Wednesday on

The 49ers and Jauan Jennings agreed to a re-worked contract on Wednesday, with $3 million in play-time incentives added to the receiver’s deal. But with Jennings’ contract still set to expire after the 2025 season, San Francisco and the wideout are not necessarily done negotiating. Jennings has also been dealing

As the NFL season progresses, trade rumors are swirling around star running back Josh Jacobs of the Las Vegas Raiders. With a combination of performance issues and team dynamics, Jacobs may find himself on the trading block before the deadline. What Happened Struggling Performance: Jacobs has not been the powerhouse

As the Kansas City Chiefs continue their quest for NFL supremacy, star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been instrumental in maximizing scoring opportunities in the red zone. His exceptional performance demonstrates not only his skill but also the strategic acumen of the entire Chiefs’ offense. What Happened: Touchdown Precision: Mahomes recorded

The New York Giants have agreed to sell 10 percent of the franchise in a deal that values the franchise at more $10 billion, the highest valuation ever for a sports franchise. Julia Koch and other members of her family have reached an agreement with the Mara and Tisch families

The year was 1933. The team mascot was Dick Levy, who is the kid in the photo next to Red Grange of the Chicago Bears. It’s the last time the Eagles had an all-time record of .500 record in the regular season, at 3-3-1. Two losses to end the season

As the fantasy football season heats up, understanding red zone stats can provide a competitive edge. Players who excel in the red zone can significantly impact their teams and your fantasy lineup. What Happened Red Zone Efficiency: Players who frequently reach the red zone often score more touchdowns. Tracking their

The Bills released veteran safety Jordan Poyer from the practice squad, but according to Sal Capaccio of WGR550, it is a procedural move. The Bills will re-sign Poyer back to the practice squad Thursday after placing wide receiver Gabe Davis on the practice squad injury list. The Bills needed to

The Giants do not have a lengthy first injury report of the year. New York listed offensive tackle Andrew Thomas (foot) as a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice. The club did not have any more players listed with an injury. Thomas suffered a Lisfranc injury midway through the 2024 season,

The NFL Red Zone delivered yet another electrifying weekend, showcasing both crucial catches and jaw-dropping fumbles that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Among the standout performers, Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings proved why he’s regarded as one of the league’s premier wide receivers. What Happened: Justin

Anthony Richardson may have lost the Colts quarterback competition with Daniel Jones, but the 2023 No. 4 overall pick still has responsibilities heading into the 2025 season. He’s set to be the team’s backup — one play away from having to step in and field the ball from behind center.

Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson didn’t practice during training camp and didn’t play in the preseason, leading to speculation that he might be unhappy with his contract. But Johnson says his absence was entirely the result of a groin injury. Although Johnson said in an offseason interview that he might need

The NFL landscape is buzzing with speculation and excitement as reports swirl about potential shakeups within various teams. Among the most talked-about topics is the status of key players who could influence the upcoming season. Here’s a closer look at the latest rumors surrounding the league. What Happened Aaron Rodgers

Justin Fields said Tuesday he “considered” a return to Pittsburgh. Instead, he signed with the Jets. The Steelers signed Aaron Rodgers, who played for the Jets last season. So, it’s no coincidence that the NFL has the Steelers and Jets opening the season against each other Sunday. “There’s no storyline

As we head into the 2025 NFL season, understanding which players are likely to shine in the all-important red zone can provide a significant edge for fantasy football enthusiasts. This year, certain athletes have emerged as crucial targets, poised to make an impact when teams are within striking distance of

The Eagles will not be on the field for the Super Bowl LIX banner raising at Lincoln Financial Field on Thursday night. Instead, they will be in the locker room, coach Nick Sirianni said Tuesday. A.J. Brown said the 2024 season is in the Eagles’ rearview mirror. “I think from

The Eagles don’t want to be known as defending champions this year because they want their eyes on the future rather than the past and their aversion to marinating in last season’s success will extend to Thursday night. They will be hosting the Cowboys in the slot traditionally given to

Draft Like a Pro: Essential Red Zone Strategies for Fantasy Success When preparing for your fantasy football draft, understanding red zone strategies is crucial for identifying players who can rack up points and deliver wins. Excelling in the red zone can often be the difference between a decent season and

No one disputes that NFL games are the most-watched programming on American television. But the NFL says the widely used Nielsen data is actually under-counting NFL game viewership. “There are millions of viewers that we believe they are systematically undercounting,” NFL Chief Data and Analytics Officer Paul Ballew told the

As he has been every year since the Panthers drafted him with the first overall pick in 2023, Bryce Young is a team captain. Panthers players voted on their captains and chose Young, defensive tackle Derrick Brown and long snapper JJ Jansen, according to Darin Gantt of Panthers.com. The Panthers

For the first time since the last Sunday of the 2023 NFL regular season, Bill Belichick will be coaching a football game tonight. For the first time in his 50-year career, Belichick will be coaching a college football game tonight. Set aside his various unforced errors from his book tour

Micah Parsons is officially back to football activities. Via multiple reporters on the scene, Parsons is participating in practice with the Packers on Monday. This is the first time all summer that Parsons has participated in practice. Before he was traded to Green Bay, Parsons had noted he was experiencing

Monday brought a positive development for the 49ers’ receiving corps. Reporters at the open portion of practice shared photos and videos of Jauan Jennings taking part in the session. The wideout has been sidelined by a calf injury for an extended period of time, but the word in the last

As we head into Week 7 of the NFL season, fantasy football managers are keeping a keen eye on player performances and red-zone efficiency. Understanding which athletes are most likely to score could make all the difference in your lineup decisions. What Happened Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs: Mahomes is

Micah Parsons passed his physical with the Packers after last week’s trade with the Cowboys, but he reportedly hasn’t put the back issue that he was dealing with in Dallas in the rearview mirror just yet. According to multiple reports, Parsons has a facet joint sprain. The sprain is located

Brian Schottenheimer intended to have only four captains, but the players talked him into six. Teammates voted Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb offensive captains, joined by Osa Odighizuwa and Donovan Wilson as the defensive captains. Brandon Aubrey and C.J. Goodwin will serve as the special teams captains. “You look at

There is some positive news on the injury front for Chargers running back Najee Harris. Head coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters in his Monday press conference that Harris has been cleared for contact and there’s a “possibility” he plays against the Chiefs on Friday night. “He’s looked really good in

On Monday night, North Carolina coach Bill Belichick had his first post-game press conference since his last game as the Patriots head coach. It came on the heels of the most points ever surrendered by a Belichick-coached team. “You know, we need to do a better job all the way

It started out great. It ended up being a complete and total disaster. Bill Belichick’s first game as a college football coach resulted in an embarrassing blowout loss for North Carolina, at home to TCU. Final score: 48-14. Based on the first drive, the relentless ESPN pregame hype seemed to

Jaxson Dart doesn’t seem long for the bench after the way he played in the preseason, but he will begin on the sideline with Jameis Winston to start the season. The question is whether the rookie or the veteran Winston will serve as Wilson’s backup on Sunday. Coach Brian Daboll

The Saints parted ways with a longtime member of the team on Monday. They announced that they have released safety J.T. Gray. Gray joined the team as an undrafted free agent in 2018 and has been a core member of their special teams units during his time in New Orleans.

Things started hot for the Tar Heels. It then cooled off, quickly. After taking a 7-0 lead on an opening-drive touchdown during which TCU couldn’t stop the UNC offense, North Carolina has become borderline catatonic when it has the ball. TCU, in contrast, has scored 20 unanswered points. The Horned

Panthers left tackle Ikem Ekwonu remained out of practice on Monday. Ekwonu had his appendix removed a little over a week ago and the operation has left his status up in the air heading into Sunday’s game against the Jaguars. Panthers head coach Dave Canales called Ekwonu “day-to-day” on Monday

After the Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Packers, owner Jerry Jones said it was a unanimous decision that included players on the team’s leadership council, which includes quarterback Dak Prescott. Cornerback Trevon Diggs defended his best friend and former teammate Monday, denying any current players were unhappy with Parsons

Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs puts his chances at playing Thursday at 75-80 percent after a full practice Monday. “I did everything today. I did a lot of scout team reps, too,” Diggs said, via Todd Archer of ESPN. “I was getting both. And I’m getting more conditioning. I feel good,

The Lions have named their 2025 captains. There are no surprises. Quarterback Jared Goff and defensive end Aidan Hutchinson lead the way. Other captains are veteran receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, tackle Penei Sewell, linebacker Alex Anzalone, and linebacker Grant Stuard. Player leadership becomes extra important for the Lions in 2025.

The contract negotiations between the Cowboys and former linebacker Micah Parsons weren’t simply about paying Micah. They were about the number of years the Cowboys would be paying him. The Cowboys believed Micah had verbally agreed to a five-year, $202.5 million extension. Parsons held firm at a four-year extension. Ultimately,

The Saints have agreed to terms with former Montana State quarterback Tommy Mellott, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports. Mellott will join the team’s practice squad. The Saints waived Jake Haener, leaving Spencer Rattler and Tyler Shough as the only quarterbacks on the team. It is unknown whether the Saints

Chargers running back Najee Harris spoke for the first time since a a fireworks mishap in Antioch, California, on July 4 injured his eye. Harris wouldn’t talk about the incident, and he spoke with sunglasses on. Harris, though, said it was only a “superficial injury” to his eye and insists

Tom Brady says quarterbacks are physically more talented than ever, but NFL teams are so focused on the physical attributes of quarterback prospects that there’s less of an emphasis on their mental development. Brady said on Cris Collinsworth’s podcast that when he was learning to play the quarterback position, quarterbacks

The first Eagles injury report of the 2025 regular season shows that they were short two players in Monday’s workout. Left guard Landon Dickerson and quarterback Tanner McKee did not participate in practice. Dickerson had surgery on his knee in August and returned to practice last week, but his absence

As the NFL season heats up, injury reports are becoming critical for fans and fantasy football enthusiasts alike. This week’s Red Zone Injury Report provides insights on who’s in and who’s out for the upcoming matchups. What Happened Josh Allen (QB, Buffalo Bills): Allen practiced fully and is expected to

Micah Parsons practiced with his new teammates Monday. It was his first practice since the end of last season. The star edge rusher reportedly has a facet joint sprain located in the L4/L5 vertebrae of his back and could require an epidural to play Sunday. Packers offensive tackle Rasheed Walker,

As if there was any doubt, Rams coach Sean McVay ended it Monday. McVay announced that Matthew Stafford will indeed start the season opener against the Texans. A week ago, McVay said Stafford was on track to start Week 1 barring a setback. Stafford participated fully in practice the past

There’s a new captain in New England. And his name is Drake Maye. Maye, in his second NFL season, is a first-time captain for the Patriots. Joining the starting quarterback with a “C” on their jerseys will be tight end Hunter Henry, linebacker Robert Spillane, cornerback Marcus Jones, edge rusher

The Falcons announced their captains on Monday and the group includes the team’s young starting quarterback. Michael Penix Jr. has been voted a captain for the first time, Atlanta announced. Penix, the No. 8 overall pick of the 2024 draft, made three starts last season. But Sunday’s game against the

A year ago, 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was shot in the chest by someone trying to rob him in San Francisco. Physically, Pearsall has fully recovered. Psychologically, the shooting left scars. “Unfortunately, I revisit that every single night I go to bed,” Pearsall told Nick Wagoner of ESPN. “I

Texans safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson suffered a knee injury in early August, but he avoided a torn ACL or anything else that would have caused him to miss most or all of the season. Now it looks like Gardner-Johnson won’t be missing any time at all. Head coach DeMeco Ryans said

Steelers players haven’t been teammates with Aaron Rodgers for very long, but it’s been long enough for the quarterback to be elected to a leadership position. The Steelers announced this year’s captains on Monday and Rodgers has been named one of them ahead of his first season with the team.