With the NFL Scouting Combine on the horizon, scouts are putting asterisks beside their favorite prospects to prepare for meetings that will take place in Indianapolis. Although these “pet cats” can fall outside the first round, the 2024 draft class features several of my top prospects who should come off the board on Day 1. With a few days left …
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5 reasons why College Football should heed Nick Saban’s warnings
Former Alabama football head coach Nick Saban has been and forever will be one of the most respected figures in college football history. Now, he’s letting his voice be heard regarding the state of the game he left a lasting impact on. While serving as the Crimson Tide’s coach, Saban did not try to hide his emotions and thoughts on …
Read More »Chiefs set to sign ‘Punt God’ Matt Araiza after former 2022 NFL Draft pick puts legal issues behind him
It took nearly 18 months, but Matt Araiza is finally back in the NFL. The player known as “Punt God” has agreed to a deal with the Kansas City Chiefs, according to his sports agency. Araiza was originally drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2022, but he didn’t end up playing a single down with the team. Just four months after …
Read More »Matt Eberflus announces Chris Morgan promotion at Chicago Bears press conference
Matt Eberflus announces Chris Morgan promotion at Chicago Bears press conference originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Bears finalized their coaching staff on Wednesday, but on Thursday head coach Matt Eberflus shared an update. Offensive line coach Chris Morgan earned a promotion and will now work as the team’s run game coordinator in addition to coaching up the OL …
Read More »Auburn among top programs in race to land 2026 DL Vodney Cleveland
Auburn is looking to boost its 2026 recruiting haul by pursuing a talented in-state defensive lineman. Vodney Cleveland, a 6-3, 295-pound defensive lineman from Prattville, has caught the eyes of several SEC programs, including Auburn. Cleveland has visited Auburn three times, and Auburn coaches stopped by his high school last month. Auburn is one of four SEC programs that are …
Read More »Falcons RB Bijan Robinson: ‘I want 2,000 yards rushing’ in Year 2
Bijan Robinson led all rookie running backs in both rushing and total yards in 2023, and he has his sights on an even bigger mark heading into Year 2. “I want 2,000 yards rushing,” the Atlanta Falcons standout recently told Sports Illustrated. “I know those are big expectations. What we can do as an offense — with all the weapons, …
Read More »Chargers announce four additions to coaching staff
The Chargers announced four more additions to Jim Harbaugh’s coaching staff on Thursday. One of those additions was the previously reported hiring of former Chargers center Nick Hardwick as the team’s assistant offensive line coach. Hardwick played 11 seasons and started 146 games for the Chargers after being selected in the third round in 2004. Two other former NFL players …
Read More »Giants will consider using this uncommon NFL tagging tactic they haven’t utilized in 28 years, per report
The New York Giants have several big decision to make before the start of free agency and one of those will involve Xavier McKinney. The Giants’ starting safety just played out the final year of his rookie contract, which means if the team can’t reach a deal with McKinney over the next few weeks, then the 24-year-old is going to …
Read More »New College Football Playoff format approved, future CFP models & what happens to Notre Dame?
This embedded content is not available in your region. Subscribe to The College Football Enquirer Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde kick off the podcast analyzing the new approved format for the College Football Playoff, which will have five automatic qualifiers and seven at-large bids. There is already much discomfort from the SEC & Big Ten about the …
Read More »Former Bills punter Matt Araiza signs contract with Chiefs, his agency announces
Matt Araiza is back in the NFL. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) Former Buffalo Bills Punter Matt Araiza has signed a contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, his agency JL Sports announced Thursday. This comes after no criminal charges were filed in a gang rape case involving the 23-year-old. A civil suit against him was dropped in December. “We are …
Read More »2024 NFL Draft odds: Who will Commanders, Broncos and Jets select?
Geoff Schwartz FOX Sports Betting Analyst Once one NFL season ends, a new one begins almost immediately. The Super Bowl ended just under two weeks ago and bettors have already turned their attention toward the NFL Draft. And since the draft is on the horizon, that means the combine is right around the corner. As a matter of fact, the …
Read More »Former Michigan State football pass rush coaching specialist Brandon Jordan joining Ohio State staff
Brandon Jordan is a well-regarded pass rush specialist who has worked with numerous big name NFL pass rushers. The last staff at Michigan State football brought him in as a Pass Rush Specialist coach. After a few years, he left to the Seattle Seahawks, and now, he will be joining Ohio State as a Defensive Assistant. Jordan has been in …
Read More »Bears’ Justin Fields picks LeBron James over Michael Jordan in NBA GOAT debate; Caleb Williams sides with MJ
Getty Images The LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan NBA GOAT debate is a never ending one. While many in the city of Chicago naturally choose Jordan, a Bulls legend, Bears quarterback Justin Fields has a different opinion. “I like LeBron,” Fields said during “The 33rd Team” podcast. “I like LeBron over M.J.” Fields saying this while a member of a …
Read More »Bears’ Justin Fields gives preference on Chicago future after being subject of trade talk: ‘I want to stay’
The Chicago Bears are blessed with controlling the top of the NFL Draft for the second year in a row. Last year, they traded out of the first overall pick, sending it to the Carolina Panthers and dropping down to the ninth overall pick. The Panthers went on to select Alabama quarterback Bryce Young, and his and Carolina’s struggles resulted …
Read More »USC’s Lincoln Riley explains similarities between Caleb Williams, Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes
Getty Images Caleb Williams is being labeled as one of the most heralded prospects to enter the NFL in quite some time. As a result, the USC quarterback is expected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft later this offseason. Considering the level of hype surrounding Williams, he’s drawn numerous comparisons to Kansas City Chiefs quarterback …
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