Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter LeSean McCoy grew excited watching the 2023 NFL Draft.  In the two running backs taken early in the first round — Bijan Robinson to the Atlanta Falcons at No. 8, Jahymr Gibbs to the Detroit Lions at No. 12 — the former Pro Bowler saw more than just running backs. He saw special offensive weapons. …

USATSI The Philadelphia Eagles are interested in selling a minority stake in the team. Jason Kelce is interested in buying.  “I’ll back out of the TV deal right now if you tell me I can own the Philadelphia Eagles,” Kelce said, via Yahoo Sports. “[Getting] to be an owner? That’s like another level.” Kelce would fit the protocol Eagles owner …

It wasn’t long ago that Joe Burrow (LSU, 2019) and Mac Jones (Alabama, 2020) were torching everyone in their paths with high-flying offensive attacks that were seemingly ushering in a new era in college football. Over the past three seasons, however, defense has made a comeback. Georgia won national championships in 2021 and 2022 with a stifling defense, and Michigan …

USATSI The New York Jets have a situation on their hands with pass rusher Haason Reddick holding out due to his contract, so the franchise has signed another defensive end to compete in Reddick’s stead. Per SNY, the Jets are signing former first-round pick Takkarist McKinley, who tried out for a roster spot at Jets minicamp. The 28-year-old was originally selected …

The NFL has found that the Philadelphia Eagles did not violate league tampering rules in their pursuit and eventual signing of former Giants running back Saquon Barkley. The league released the following statement on Thursday following an investigation: After a thorough review of the Philadelphia Eagles signing of Saquon Barkley, the NFL today informed the club that the investigation did …

For the second straight season, Clemson heads into the year with the No. 1 linebacker unit in the country. Led by All-American linebacker Barrett Carter, the Tigers also added one of the top recruits to the unit in the 2024 recruiting class, 5-star freshman Sammy Brown. From top to bottom, this unit is stacked and has a ton of potential …

Jun 13, 2024, 11:57 AM ET ST. LOUIS — Alexander Steen is in line to become the first Swede to serve as an NHL general manager after the St. Louis Blues announced their front office succession plan Thursday. Steen was named special assistant to GM Doug Armstrong, with the intent of taking over for him in 2026. The move also …

The Atlanta Falcons were stripped of a fifth-round pick in the 2025 draft on Thursday for violating the NFL’s anti-tampering rules prior to signing quarterback Kirk Cousins, wide receiver Darnell Mooney and tight end Charlie Woerner.  In addition to losing the draft pick, the Falcons were fined $250,000 and general manager Terry Fontenot was fined $50,000.  The Falcons and Cousins …

Parity has been the theme of the NFL over the last several decades, as the league typically has a fair share of new playoff teams from one season to the next. Roughly half of the teams from the 2023 playoff field will be back in 2024, as new division winners and tougher schedules play a role in teams returning.  Six …

The college football landscape is set to drastically change entering the 2024 season with the expansion of the College Football Playoff from four to 12 teams. The new format will serve as an undercurrent to the sport’s other changes, including the expansion of the SEC and Big Ten. The week-to-week conversation surrounding the sport, importantly, will grow to include contenders …

Getty Images There’s a new sense of optimism around the Chicago Bears, and it’s because of what the franchise accomplished in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Chicago selected its prospective quarterback of the future at No. 1 overall in Caleb Williams, then came right back at No. 9 overall and selected one of the top receivers in …

The legendary Merrill Reese receiving major honor from Hall of Fame originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The legendary Merrill Reese is receiving a major honor from the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Reese, the longtime radio voice of the Eagles, has been chosen to receive the 2024 Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award and will be honored during Hall of Fame …

Jun 13, 2024, 11:37 AM ET SAN JOSE, Calif. — The San Jose Sharks have promoted Ryan Warsofsky to become the team’s new head coach after two years as an assistant under the recently fired David Quinn. General manager Mike Grier announced Thursday that Warsofsky will become the 11th head coach in franchise history. He will be formally introduced at …

Getty Images Exactly three months after signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million contract at the start of 2024 NFL free agency, the Atlanta Falcons have been penalized for improperly pursuing the quarterback. The NFL announced Thursday that Atlanta “had improper contact” with Cousins and other free agents, requiring the Falcons to forfeit a 2025 fifth-round draft pick and pay …

© Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News / USA TODAY NETWORK The transfer portal is an integral part of roster building in college football and its importance is magnified for new head coaches. Take a look at some impact transfers for coaches who will be at new schools this fall. ***** MORE TRANSFER PORTAL: Latest news | Transfer search | Transfer tracker/player …