Category : Red Zone Rumors

For the first few games of a new quarterback’s career as a starter, he has a little bit of an edge. The opponents have little or no NFL game film to study. The Broncos will be dealing with that dynamic as they prepare to host the Titans and quarterback Cam

Micah Parsons is now a member of the Packers. That’s going to change some things for Green Bay’s Week 1 opponent, Detroit. The Lions aren’t unfamiliar with Parsons, having gone against him in 2022 and 2023. Asked about Parsons’ presence on Monday, head coach Dan Campbell told reporters Detroit is

Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow was placed on administrative leave after being arrested last Friday and head coach Mike McDaniel indicated that will remain the case indefinitely during a Monday press conference. Crow faces one charge of domestic battery and McDaniel said that the team will let the case

As was often the case when former Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons was hurrying quarterbacks into making ill-advised throws, Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland was in the right place at the right time. On Sunday, Bland got a new contract that was quite possibly fueled by a desire from Cowboys owner and

Running back Jaylen Warren is set to stick around Pittsburgh for a while. Warren’s agent David Canter announced that his client has agreed to a two-year extension with the Steelers. Warren is in the final year of his current deal and set to make just over $5.3 million during the

Linebacker Anthony Walker is back with his first NFL team. Walker was a 2017 fifth-round pick by the Colts and the team announced that he has signed to their practice squad on Monday. Defensive tackle Josh Tupou was released to make room for Walker in Indianapolis. Walker started 48 of

Wide receiver Tyreek Hill said in May that he doesn’t deserve to be a Dolphins captain and the team kicked off September by announcing that he isn’t one of the six players chosen for the role. Hill was a captain in each of his first three seasons in Miami, but

Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs had another full practice session on Sunday, but it looks like a call on his status for Thursday’s game against the Eagles will have to wait a little longer. Diggs returned to full practice participation last week and he told reporters on Sunday that he continues

The Eagles will be opening the season against the Cowboys at home on Thursday night and their preparation for the game took a turn late last week. Dallas traded defensive end Micah Parsons to the Packers for two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark, which brought an end to

As the NFL season heats up, identifying those hidden gems in the red zone can be the key to elevating your fantasy football team. This week, we’re spotlighting a rising star, Michael Pittman Jr. (Indianapolis Colts) – Injury Status: Practicing Again. After dealing with some injury setbacks, he’s poised to

Aaron Rodgers might draw the most attention, but the quarterback isn’t the only new offensive piece of note for the Steelers. Wide receiver DK Metcalf and tight end Jonnu Smith both arrived in trades this offseason and they are set to play big roles in anything that Pittsburgh does offensively.

The Eagles cut guard Kenyon Green last week, but he wasn’t gone for long. Green has re-signed to the Eagles’ active roster, the team announced. Originally taken. by the Texans with the 15th overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft, Green hasn’t lived up to his pre-draft hype and was

Veteran safety Justin Reid has been with the Saints for less than six months, but he said he’s so comfortable in the defense in New Orleans that it feels like he’s been playing there his whole career. And he says he’s playing in a defense that is going to make

As the NFL season enters its critical midpoint, trade rumors are swirling around several standout players. The potential for player movement could significantly alter team dynamics and fantasy football landscapes. Here’s a look at some key NFL stars whose futures may lie outside their current rosters. What Happened Star Players

The season hasn’t started, and it’s already over for defensive tackle DeWayne Carter. Jordan Schultz reports that the second-year backup tore his Achilles and will miss the season. The Bills still list Carter on their roster, but Carter confirmed on social media that his season was done. On Instagram, Carter

The Chiefs and cornerback Trent McDuffie have not reached agreement on a contract extension and are not expected to before the start of the season, Nate Taylor of ESPN reports. The Chiefs have negotiated with McDuffie’s representation over the past six weeks, per Taylor, without coming to terms. McDuffie said

The NFL has become a treasure trove of data analytics, shaping how teams strategize, train, and execute game plans. Among the most critical aspects of football is the red zone—the 20-yard area leading to the end zone. Efficient scoring in this territory often distinguishes winners from losers, making red zone

Earlier this month, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott said of Micah Parsons, “11 is a Cowboy.” Now? Not. “I can’t say I was completely surprised, but I definitely didn’t think he was going to get traded,” Prescott told reporters on Sunday regarding the Parsons trade, via Ali Jawad of ALLDLLS.com. “Just

The short-term third-party beneficiaries of the Micah Parsons trade were the Eagles. They’ll no longer have to face him, twice per year. More immediately, they’ll avoid him in the Week 1 opener. Via Todd Archer of ESPN.com, Philly tackle Jordan Mailata called the news a “sigh of relief.” “It’s just

A.J. Brown missed significant practice time in training camp with a hamstring injury, but the Eagles receiver insists he’ll be in the lineup come Thursday in the season opener against the Cowboys. “Hell, yeah,” Brown said emphatically, via Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Brown, who previously has had soft-tissue

In eight days, the Vikings cap Week 1 with a visit to the Bears. And Minnesota may not be as short-handed at receiver as they’ve feared. Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports that the Vikings are optimistic receiver Jalen Nailor will be available for the game. Nailor has been week-to-week with

Perhaps the Cowboys are learning not to drag their feet when it comes to keeping key players. As first reported by Jay Glazer of Fox and confirmed by others, the Cowboys have signed cornerback DaRon Bland to a four-year extension. Bland, a fifth-round pick in 2022 from Fresno State, was

The impact was devastating. But the hit was clean. If anyone blames former Jets linebacker Mo Lewis for blowing up Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe and opening the door to the Tom Brady era, they shouldn’t. Lewis, for his part, blames Bledsoe. Via Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, Lewis finally addressed the

In the fast-paced world of fantasy football, understanding the nuances of player performance can mean the difference between a championship run and a mediocre season. One critical aspect that often goes unnoticed is the "Red Zone Advantage." This article delves into how red zone stats can provide insights into player

Cowboys owner and G.M. Jerry Jones remains committed to the bit. On Thursday, he justified trading linebacker Micah Parsons by explaining that the Cowboys need to stop the run. On Saturday, he reiterated the position during an appearance on NFL Network. “Our player that we got is outstanding,” Jones said

While tailgating in advance of Saturday’s home opener for West Virginia against football powerhouse Robert Morris (hey, there’s no shame in having a tuneup), a man in his early 20s approached me with a specific question. “Who should I bet on to win the Super Bowl this year?” My response:

In the immediate aftermath of the Micah Parsons trade, the Cowboys held a press conference aimed at declaring victory. The real winners — the Packers and Parsons — didn’t feel compelled to say a word about it on Thursday. Whether the Packers got the better of the deal remains to

As poet laureate Nick Saban put it a year ago today regarding the NIL era of college football, “If you don’t pay the right guys, you’ll be shit out of luck.” UCLA looks to be shit out of luck. And Tennessee looks to be shit in luck. It traces to

When it comes to the making of the replay-review sausage, it’s always better to let viewers see and hear what’s happening. Absent concerns that the folks charged with the function of reversing or confirming calls are incompetent, transparency minimizes tinfoil-hat concerns of conspiracy. The ACC Network embraced that concept on

Texas quarterback Arch Manning entered the season as the favorite to be the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. That didn’t last long. After Manning struggled in Texas’s season-opening loss to Ohio State, Penn State quarterback Drew Allar and LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier are now the co-favorites to

The excitement of the NFL season is epitomized in those blistering moments within the red zone—an area of the field that serves as a battleground for offense and defense alike. As teams vie for supremacy in the most critical section of the field, strategies become amplified, emotions run high, and

For Friday night’s inaugural YouTube NFL stream from Brazil featuring the Chiefs and Chargers, Jason Kelce was a no-brainer option to contribute to the broadcast. Unfortunately, ESPN had a two-word response: “No way.” Via Ryan Glasspiegel of FrontOfficeSports.com, ESPN blocked Kelce from participating in the game. Jason’s brother, Travis, plays

Twenty-four years ago, Shannon Sharpe gave an impassioned — and unexpected — defense of teammate Ray Lewis in advance of Super Bowl XXXV. More recently, Lewis gave and impassions — and unexpected — critique of Sharpe’s media career. “I’m not surprised,” Lewis said on the PBD Podcast regarding Sharpe’s success

The NFL is often likened to a chess match, where every move is critical and the stakes are high. Among the most pivotal segments of the game is the red zone—the area between the 20-yard line and the goal line, where teams get the chance to score touchdowns. In this

Shilo Sanders was cut by the Buccaneers and hasn’t signed with any other team, and he may never get another NFL job. But he is getting a fine from the league office. Sanders was fined $4,669 for throwing a punch in the Bucs’ preseason finale, according to multiple reports. Presumably

Texas entered the 2025 college football season as the No. 1 team in the country, and quarterback Arch Manning entered the season as the favorite to be the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. That’s not the case anymore. Manning turned in an ugly performance for most of

The Cowboys announced on Saturday that Lee Roy Jordan has died at the age of 84. Jordan was a 1963 first-round pick in Dallas and he remained with the team through the 1976 season. He was part of the team’s first Super Bowl champion team and was named a second-team

The Packers will have a player wearing No. 1 for the first time since Curly Lambeau when Micah Parsons takes the field for the first time since Thursday’s trade and they will also have a player wearing No. 0 for the first time in franchise history. The team announced on

The Panthers are set to bring back Hunter Renfrow, but their need at receiver wasn’t just because they traded Adam Thielen to the Vikings earlier this week. The team announced that they plan to place Jalen Coker on injured reserve. Coker injured his quad in practice on Thursday. Coker would

Hunter Renfrow’s options have led him back to the Panthers. Carolina announced on Saturday that Renfrow has agreed to terms with the franchise. Renfrow was released earlier this week as the Panthers reduced their roster to 53 players. He reportedly had multiple teams interested, but elected to stick with Carolina.

Adam Thielen wanted to return home to Minnesota enough that he was willing to cost himself millions of dollars for it. Thielen took a pay cut with the Vikings that cut his base salary by $2 million and removed $4 million in potential incentives, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL

Current Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer will never (at least while he still has that job) share his true thoughts on the decision to trade linebacker Micah Parsons to the Packers. Former Cowboys coach Jason Garrett had no qualms about sharing his unvarnished reaction to Thursday’s stunning move. “I was shocked,”

As the NFL evolves, the significance of the red zone—the area within 20 yards of the opponent’s goal line—continues to escalate. The ability to score touchdowns instead of field goals during these critical moments can often separate champions from contenders. As we look ahead to 2025, several key factors and

College football season hits a quick full boil on Saturday. Rumors that one of the greatest college football coaches of all time (and a mediocre NFL head coach) will return at some point continue to simmer. Nick Saban addressed the offseason chatter during a Friday appearance on ESPN with Pat

With a Week 1 intra-Ohio battle looming for the Browns, they still don’t have on the team a running back who played most recently for The Ohio State University. Quinshon Judkins continues to be the only unsigned rookie from the 2025 draft class. A domestic violence arrest has derailed his

Packers quarterback Jordan Love appeared on Micah Parsons’ podcast during Super Bowl week and said he wanted Parsons to join him on the Packers. At the time, few thought that could happen. Now that it has happened, Parsons was asked about Love’s recruiting him to Green Bay and said it

Colorado coach Deion Sanders is 0-1 without his son Shedeur at quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter at wide receiver and cornerback. Colorado opened the 2025 season with a 27-20 loss at home to Georgia Tech. Although Sanders has recruited well and brought excitement to a Colorado program that

The Packers got a great player when they traded for Micah Parsons this week, but Kenny Clark plans to show that the Cowboys got a good player in the deal, too. Clark, a defensive tackle who spent his entire nine-year career in Green Bay until he was traded along with

In the competitive landscape of fantasy football, the drafting process often sets the tone for the entire season. With countless strategies and countless players, knowing how to navigate the draft can be the key to unlocking a championship. One of the most underrated aspects of drafting, however, lies within the

Micah Parsons wore No. 11 at Penn State, where he became a consensus All-American. He wore No. 11 with the Cowboys, where he made 52.5 sacks in four seasons. Wide receiver Jayden Reed already had No. 11 in Green Bay, so Parsons will wear No. 1 after the trade from