We are just hours away from Super Bowl LVIII and the anticipation for this big game between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs from Las Vegas is ramping up to historic levels. Patrick Mahomes’ team seeks to win its third title in the last five years, while the 49ers eye revenge on K.C. for their loss in Super Bowl …

There is a talent drain going on in California with the top recruits not staying to play college football in-state. Given that the state consistently turns out dozens of players each year that are Power Five quality athletes, it is shocking to see that just one of the top 10 recruits in the class of 2024 stayed in-state and played …

The Minnesota Vikings are interested in re-signing Kirk Cousins ahead of 2024 free agency. But if the quarterback lands elsewhere, they’re likely to pursue a “more economical veteran,” according to NFL Media, including a specific player in Super Bowl LVIII. Current San Francisco 49ers backup Sam Darnold is one of the Vikings’ possible targets, per Tom Pelissero, with Minnesota “examining …

What a difference a year has made for Kadarius Toney. After setting the NFL record for the longest punt return in Super Bowl history in last year’s title bout and helping the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII, the receiver isn’t expected to play against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported …

Auburn suffered its third SEC loss of the season on Saturday, and it was the worst one to date. No. 11 Auburn had not suffered a loss by more than six points before Saturday’s game at Florida but would depart Gainesville with an 81-65 defeat. Auburn found a way to trim the Gators’ lead to 16 points before the final …

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey has been considered one of the top players at his position throughout his career, but he finally has a chance to play on the game’s biggest stage when he faces the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2024 Super Bowl on Sunday. McCaffrey led the league in scrimmage yards, rushing yards and touchdowns during …

For nearly seven years now, we’ve had access on PFT Live to the analysis of former NFL quarterback Chris Simms. He has helped many better learn the demands and realities of playing the position at the highest level of football. On Friday, anyone who watched our weekday show saw former NFL defensive back Devin McCourty does the same thing, from …

Super Bowl 58 will take place on Sunday in Las Vegas. The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers will face off for the second time in four years. Patrick Mahomes earned his first championship and earned Super Bowl MVP honors when the Chiefs beat the 49ers, 31-20, at Super Bowl LIV. Mahomes went on to win a second title …

D’Anton Lynn, if he had not left UCLA for the USC defensive coordinator job, might have been in line to replace Chip Kelly. It’s a very interesting “what if” to consider after Kelly left to become the offensive coordinator at Ohio State. Lynn had to have known that Chip Kelly was not particularly happy or comfortable at UCLA. He could …

The casual football fan may think that Taylor Swift is performing at the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show given how often her name has been linked with the Big Game. However, that’s not the case and Swift has never performed the game’s halftime show, as her connection to the Chiefs vs. 49ers game comes from her relationship with Kansas City’s …

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The college football coaching carousel took another turn last week. Ohio State offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien left for the head coaching job at Boston College — that only a few weeks after leaving the NFL for the Buckeyes’ job. The Eagles’ job was open because former head coach Jeff Hafley previously left to take the Packers defensive coordinator job. Then, …

If you’re looking for a potential outside-the-box Super Bowl MVP candidate, here’s one to leave outside the box. Receiver Kadarius Toney, despite being healthy, will not be playing in the game, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. This likely means that Toney will be inactive and not in uniform. Six years ago, former Patriots coach Bill Belichick stunned everyone by …

Last week, Rutgers football landed a commitment from Talibi Kaba, pulling in the program’s second commitment of the 2025 class. For Kaba, the decision to commit was about the relationship he had formed with Rutgers. Kaba, who measures 6-foot-3 and 195 pounds,  is coming off a standout year for Hillside (Hillside, New Jersey. He has an offer list that includes …

Super Bowl LVIII is finally here and soon either the San Francisco 49ers or Kansas City Chiefs will be crowned champions. These two teams are not the only ones who will be taking the field, however. Numerous singers will be included in the festivities, with performances throughout the event. Before kickoff, multiple pregame performances will be broadcasted. Here is a …