Bears earn zero compensatory picks for 2024 NFL draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Each year the NFL sends 32 compensatory picks for the upcoming NFL draft between rounds 3-7. The picks are delivered for a variety of reasons, and there’s no cap on how many picks a team can get. This year, the Bears were elected zero compensatory …

The Baltimore Ravens have signed franchise defensive tackle Justin Madubuike to a four-year extension, the team announced Friday.  The extension is a $98 million deal that includes $75.5 million total in guarantees and $53.5 million at signing, per ESPN.  “We are pleased to announce a four-year extension with Justin Madubuike,” Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said, via the team’s X …

The 2026 class is just getting started with the recruiting process but there are already many storylines at every position. We continue a weeklong series breaking down the top players at each spot now moving to the defensive linemen. THIS SERIES: Breaking down the top QBs in the 2026 class | RBs | WRs/TEs | OL ***** MORE: Biggest weekend …

Getty Images Mac Jones’ time with the New England Patriots appears to be running out. Teams have been calling to inquire about the former first-rounder and the Patriots appear open to the idea of trading him, according to NFL Media.  This shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise. Jones was benched late in the 2023 season as his play …

When Mike Tyson returns to the ring this summer for his first fight in nearly four years, Le’Veon Bell isn’t expecting things to go well for the one-time “Baddest Man on the Planet.” The former Steelers running back, who has dabbled in boxing since leaving the NFL, thinks that Tyson’s fight against Jake Paul is going to end with Tyson …

P.J. Fleck’s amended contract, which will earn the Gophers football coach an additional $5.7 in retention bonuses should he stay with Minnesota through the 2029 season, was approved by the Board of Regents on Friday. However, the contract didn’t pass by a 10-2 vote until after the regents had notable discussions on the value of big-money college football and a …

The younger brother of Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been sentenced to six months’ probation in a case alleging an assault on a woman. Jackson Mahomes, 23, appeared Thursday for his sentencing hearing via video conference and pleaded guilty to a single misdemeanor count of battery, according to online court records. Following his sentence, Jackson Mahomes …

The Bears signed wide receiver Collin Johnson to a contract extension and signed defensive back Tavarius Moore on Friday, the team announced. Johnson, 26, was scheduled to become a free agent next week. He joined the Bears’ practice squad on Oct. 10 and played three games, making one catch for 11 yards. He saw action on 40 offensive snaps and …

Getty Images Friday has been a notable day for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Along with free agent quarterback Russell Wilson visiting their facility, Pittsburgh also released former All-Pro cornerback Patrick Peterson. Several hours after that news broke, the Steelers cut former Pro Bowl receiver Allen Robinson II, according to ESPN.  Releasing Robinson saves the Steelers $10 million against the salary cap.  Initially, it …

Anytime you can add a quality player without using a scholarship, it should be viewed as a win and Notre Dame football was winning on Friday afternoon. Minnesota offensive tackle Robbie Wollan committed to the Irish as a preferred walk-on, giving Notre Dame a solid frame at 6-foot, 4-inches and 275-pounds to work with. The lineman had multiple other smaller …

Five-time Pro Bowl Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans was arguably going to be the most coveted free agent at his position.  However, the five-time Pro Bowler decided to stay home after officially signing a two-year deal on Friday. The deal is worth $52 million, including $35 million guaranteed, Evans’ agent told ESPN.  Evans’ new deal gives him an …

Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterMar 8, 2024, 12:20 PM ET CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. Buffalo Sabres captain Kyle Okposo was traded Friday to the Florida Panthers in exchange for defenseman Calle Sjalin and a conditional 2024 seventh-round pick. Okposo becomes the Panthers’ second addition this week, with the defending Eastern Conference champions also trading for …

TCU safety Bud Clark (21) and cornerback Josh Newton react as they work out prior to a game against Texas, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Fort Worth, Texas. | Julio Cortez Traditionally, Friday nights during the fall have belonged to high school football, Saturdays to college football and Sundays to the NFL. Sure, at times the occasional college football game …

Mac Jones’ days with the New England Patriots appear to be numbered. The chance that Jones might get a fresh start under new Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo and offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt appears to be minimal, as the team is fielding offers from other front offices about the 2021 first-round pick and is open to moving him, according …

Top six potential landing spots for Mac Jones originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Unsurprisingly, Mac Jones’ time in New England appears all but over. The 25-year-old quarterback is expected to be traded this offseason after three tumultuous years in Foxboro. Teams reportedly have called the Patriots recently inquiring about Jones’ availability, and some league executives believe New England could …