Getty Images The New England Patriots are widely expected to pursue a quarterback early in the 2024 NFL Draft. Before that, however, they’re reportedly interested in a reunion with a former veteran starter who’s scheduled to hit free agency. Jacoby Brissett, who was drafted by the Patriots back in 2016, is drawing “real” intrigue from his old team, according to the …
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Is Ohio State’s Ryan Day the best coach in the Big Ten heading into 2024 season?
Heading into the 2023 season, The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman did not have Ohio State coach Ryan Day as his top-ranked coach in the Big Ten. Both Penn State’s James Franklin and Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh landed in front of Day. But heading into 2024, Day is at the top of Feldman’s list in the Big Ten as his No. 5 coach …
Read More »What would signing QB Kirk Cousins do for Falcons’ playoff chances?
Greg Auman NFC South Reporter The start of free agency is still a week away, so everything is still speculation at this point. But as potential major headlines go, this would be a huge one: What would signing quarterback Kirk Cousins do for the Atlanta Falcons? Cousins, generally regarded as the top quarterback available in this free-agent class, has spent …
Read More »Broncos reportedly give QB Russell Wilson go-ahead to talk to teams before release
Russell Wilson has reportedly been given the green light to speak with other teams ahead of the Denver Broncos releasing him next week, according to ESPN. After two seasons together and an 11-19 record, the Broncos told the quarterback that they would release him on Wednesday when the new league year begins. Wilson never led Denver to the playoffs, and …
Read More »Auburn target Husan Longstreet sets commitment date
One of the nation’s top quarterbacks from the 2025 recruiting cycle is counting down the days until he announces his college destination and Auburn is among the eight programs still in the running. According to Hayes Fawcett of On3, four-star quarterback Husan Longstreet will choose between Auburn, Oregon, UCLA, Michigan, Texas A&M, Miami, Ole Miss, and Louisville on April …
Read More »Longtime Seahawks LB K.J. Wright on joining rival 49ers coaching staff: ‘This isn’t some vendetta move’
USATSI Linebacker K.J. Wright spent 11 years in the NFL. He played 10 of them with the Seattle Seahawks, starting 140 games for them during that time and emerging as one of the most important players on what was one of the best and most influential defenses of his era. He then played one year with the Las Vegas Raiders …
Read More »Treylon Burks: I know there’s been ups and downs, but I’m grateful for it
Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks’ hope for a big jump in his second season went unrealized. Burks was a first-round pick in 2022, but missed six games as a rookie and finished the year with 33 catches for 444 yards and a touchdown. His second season began with a knee injury and then featured a concussion, which led to him …
Read More »Texans announce 2024 coaching staff
The Texans have announced the full set of assistant coaches who will be working under head coach DeMeco Ryans during the 2024 season. Offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik returns for a second season in Houston after getting interest for head coaching vacancies around the league. He will be joined by assistant head coach/running backs coach Danny Barrett, offensive assistant Jarrod James, …
Read More »Here’s why the Giants decided not to use the transition tag on safety Xavier McKinney
Getty Images The franchise and transition tag deadline came and went on Tuesday without the New York Giants using either. They elected not to use the franchise tag on running back Saquon Barkley for what would have been the second consecutive year; and despite rumors that they would, they also decided not to use the transition tag on safety Xavier …
Read More »Capitals sign Rasmus Sandin to 5-year contract extension
Greg Wyshynski, ESPNMar 6, 2024, 10:23 AM ET CloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. The Washington Capitals have signed defenseman Rasmus Sandin to a five-year contract extension, securing one of their youngest defensemen before he hit restricted free agency. Sandin’s contract, starting in 2024-25, will carry an average annual value of $4.6 million. His previous deal was for two …
Read More »Patriots 2024 roster reset: Would a Gilmore reunion make sense at DB?
Patriots 2024 roster reset: Would a Gilmore reunion make sense at DB? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Editor’s Note: With the beginning of NFL free agency looming on March 13, our Patriots Insider Tom E. Curran is resetting each Patriots position by assessing their 2023 performance, laying out their 2024 contract status and ranking their offseason priority on a scale of 1 …
Read More »How NIL played into Nick Saban’s retirement: ‘Maybe this doesn’t work anymore’
Nick Saban heard two main questions when he met with players after the 2023 season ended. Playing time and money. “I thought we could have a hell of a team next year, and then maybe 70 or 80 percent of the players you talk to, all they want to know is two things: What assurances do I have that I’m …
Read More »Five offseason moves Eagles should make: Safety top priority in revamping defense; address RB and WR
The Philadelphia Eagles are going to be busy in free agency this offseason, working on revamping a defense that was one of the worst in the NFL last year. The defense played a significant role in the franchise losing six of their last seven games and bowing out of the wild card round. Philadelphia finished 26th in yards allowed per …
Read More »2024 NFL Draft: Why combine performances of Bo Nix, Keon Coleman and others should not impact draft stock
It is commonplace to list winners and losers throughout the NFL Scouting Combine, but the reality is that not all workouts dramatically impact a prospect’s overall draft outlook. Here are a handful of prospects whose week in Indianapolis should not lead to significant change in where they are selected: QB Bo Nix, Oregon Nix was labeled a “loser” in my post-quarterback …
Read More »Tennessee offers 2026 offensive tackle John Turntine III
Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2026 offensive tackle John Turntine III. “Blessed to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee,” Turntine III said. The 6-foot-5, 275-pound offensive tackle prospect is from North Crowley High School in Fort Worth, Texas. There are not recruiting rankings currently for Turntine III from Rivals, 247Sports, On3 or ESPN. The Vols are one of …
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