Getty Images The Carolina Panthers took a break from organized team activities for a high-octane team outing on Wednesday, which saw quarterback Bryce Young and other players try out being on a NASCAR pit crew and check out stock cars during a trip to Hendrick Motorsports and Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord. The Panthers were put to the test during …

Ohio State football has been hosting camps this week, and sent out multiple offers after some great performances. One of those players to earn an offer was 2026 Mississippi safety Bralan Womack, who is currently touring Midwest schools. Earlier in the week, the 5-foot, 11-inch and 185-pound star was offered by Notre Dame after one of its camps. Shortly after …

Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams emerged from his first exposure to veteran NFL players at organized team activities and minicamp with a greater appreciation for what he’s up against. Williams, the first pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, found he has plenty to learn, and the defense he’ll face every day in training camp will be a formidable one …

Courtland Sutton has not participated in the voluntary portion of the Broncos’ offseason program, but coach Sean Payton said earlier this week that he expects the receiver at next week’s mandatory minicamp. Sutton confirmed in an interview with DNVR Sports that he will attend. “I will be there,” he said. “It’s been killing me not being able to be at …

Fox Sports analyst and former Colorado quarterback Joel Klatt believes the Buffaloes’ Week 2 rivalry matchup against the Nebraska Cornhuskers will be one of the most impactful games across college football next season. On his podcast, Klatt shared the top 10 games he believes will shape the 2024 season, and Colorado’s trip to Lincoln made the list. Neither team was …

Ravens kicker Justin Tucker says he’s ready to make tackles on kickoffs after the NFL implemented a new rule to encourage more returns. Last year, 79 percent of Tucker’s kickoffs went for touchbacks. This year, the vast majority of kickoffs are expected to be returned, thanks to the league’s new rule, and Tucker said that means he’ll be ready to …

The College Football Playoff will expand to feature 12 teams this season. While greater access for more schools brings with it the promise of a Cinderella story and unexpected title chase, reality will pour cold water on those hopes more often than not. Truth is, while more teams will reach the CFP, the eventual champions will come from a pool …

Schrock: originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams didn’t arrive at Halas Hall expecting to light up a top-five defense from the jump. He knew there would be learning moments. He has relied on the backing the Bears have put around him to feel his way through the early rough parts while never straying from …

Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl officials received some welcome news Thursday afternoon when it was announced the annual bowl game is slated for primetime for a second consecutive year. The 48th running of the country’s 11th oldest bowl game will be played Saturday, Dec. 28 at 8:15 p.m. and will be televised on ESPN. “I think this game-date and time are …

Getty Images Ever since Dan Campbell arrived in Detroit, the Lions have been on a steady path of improvement. They went just 3-13-1 in his first season, but quickly improved to 9-8 and narrowly missed the playoffs in his second year, then 12-5 and won the franchise’s first playoff game since 1991 in Year 3.  Entering the 2024 season, the …

Getty Images Dom DiSandro’s job description just got a bit larger on Thursday. The Philadelphia Eagles officially announced, among other personnel moves, that they have now placed him in charge of “gameday coaching operations.” As The Philadelphia Inquirer highlights, DiSandro, who is known within the organization as “Big Dom,” will oversee Nick Sirianni’s coaches on gamedays. DiSandro is also listed as …

Georgia football is adding more depth in its secondary. Kirby Smart and the Bulldogs on Thursday landed a commitment from Oregon transfer defensive back Collin Gill who announced his commitment on Instagram. The 6-foot, 215-pound Waldorf, Md., native did not play last season while redshirting for former Georgia defensive coordinator Dan Lanning with the Ducks. Gill was a three-star recruit …

Schrock: Caleb Williams, Bears already feel like perfect match as QB’s quick progress continues originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams didn’t arrive at Halas Hall expecting to light up a top-five defense from the jump. He knew there would be learning moments. He has relied on the backing the Bears have put around him …

The Georgia Bulldogs have made yet another addition to their secondary by way of the transfer portal. Former Oregon Ducks defensive back Collin Gill, who had previously committed to the Temple Owls in May of this offseason, committed to the Bulldogs Thursday afternoon. Gill is a former three-star recruit who redshirted his lone season with the Ducks. Listed at 6-foot, …

Eric Williams NFC West Writer After a one-year hiccup, Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams once again have visions of hoisting another Lombardi Trophy in the near future.  And that belief starts with the team’s most important asset: quarterback Matthew Stafford.  “He’s been out here leading the way,” McVay said during the team’s offseason work. Now entering his 16th …