Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst Matt Harmon reacts to the star wide receiver re-signing with the Minnesota Vikings, becoming the highest-paid non-quarterback in the league, and how it affects the contracts of other wideouts in the 2020 NFL Draft. View more Video Transcript Sanity reigns as the Minnesota Vikings and Justin Jefferson agree to a $140 million contract over four years …
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Nick Saban, Urban Meyer appear on 2025 College Football Hall of Fame ballot in first year of eligibility
Nick Saban and Urban Meyer appear poised to be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility amid Monday morning’s release by the National Football Foundation in which the legendary coaches are among those listed on the ballot for the 2025 class. The two have combined for 10 national championships and 479 wins since …
Read More »Panthers, city seek $800M stadium renovation to keep team in Charlotte for 20 more years
The Carolina Panthers and the City of Charlotte have proposed a partnership deal that would include an $800 million renovation to Bank of America Stadium and keep the NFL team there for 20 years. The renovation would include a fixed $650 million investment from the city and another $150 million from Panthers owner David Tepper. Tepper has already invested more …
Read More »Harrison Butker controversy: Pop star Katy Perry posts edited version of Chiefs kicker’s commencement speech
Pop star Katy Perry began Pride Month by posting an edited version of Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker’s Benedictine College commencement speech from last month. In the video posted on Perry’s Instagram account, portions of Butker’s speech were spliced together to provide a positive message toward the LGBTQ+ community. “For the ladies present today, congratulations on an amazing accomplishment,” …
Read More »Auburn impresses offensive tackle target Broderick Shull on official visit
Auburn football is attempting to make massive moves on the recruiting trail in the summer, with many prospective players making official visits to the Plains. One of those recruits is offensive tackle Broderick Shull, who made his visit to the Tigers this weekend and was highly impressed. “This was definitely the experience I needed to kind of make my decision …
Read More »10 notable NFL free agents to watch after post-June 1 cuts: Ryan Tannehill, Xavien Howard still unsigned
The big waves of 2024 NFL free agency are in the rear view, but even as many teams kick off minicamps in the lead-up to the new season, there are plenty of notable veterans still available. And now that many teams have gained additional salary cap space due to post-June 1 cuts, some of which were designated earlier in the …
Read More »Eagles sign former second-round guard with starting experience
Eagles sign former second-round guard with starting experience originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles on Monday signed guard Max Scharping to bolster their depth on the offensive line. Scharping, 27, was a second-round pick out of Northern Illinois back in 2019 and has played in 79 career NFL games with 33 starts. The Texans selected Scharping with the …
Read More »Texas commit expected to flip to SEC rival per latest prediction
According to the latest expert prediction from On3, the LSU Tigers are expected to flip four-star Texas Longhorns commit Brandon Brown. Brown originally committed to the Longhorns on Dec. 19, 2023. He has an official visit scheduled with Texas in mid-June and he is coming off a visit to Death Valley with LSU. Currently, LSU has the No. 5 overall …
Read More »Panthers propose stadium renovations: A look at their plans to reimagine and upgrade their current home
Getty Images Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers, could be getting an facelift soon. Tepper Sports & Entertainment have proposed upgrades to Bank of America Stadium, while keeping it in the same location in Charlotte, North Carolina. The goal of the project is to “enhance the fan and player experience, modernize infrastructure, and continue to deliver world-class …
Read More »Hall of Fame Cowboys legend Larry Allen dies suddenly at 52 while vacationing
Larry Allen, one of the most dominant offensive linemen in the NFL during a 12-year career spent mostly with the Dallas Cowboys, has died. He was 52. Allen died suddenly on Sunday while on vacation with his family in Mexico, the Cowboys said. A six-time All-Pro who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013, Allen said …
Read More »Cowboys legend Larry Allen dies at age 52: Where Hall of Fame lineman ranks among franchise’s all-time greats
No one loved offensive-line play more than John Madden, the former Hall of Fame coach and legendary NFL broadcaster who once paid Larry Allen the ultimate compliment. Madden, who was on the call for a 1999 game between the Cowboys and Colts, openly marveled at the play of Allen, a Hall of Fame offensive guard who passed away Sunday at the …
Read More »Big Ten football transfers: New Ohio State, Oregon stars poised to make immediate impact in 2024 season
Remember the days when you followed high school football recruiting? Breathlessly anticipating the same quotes from different players about how much they enjoyed their official visit and how the coaching staff made them feel like they were family. Remember anxiously awaiting the announcement of a commitment and then white-knuckling it until National Signing Day, hoping nothing changed before they signed …
Read More »Tony Jefferson coming out of retirement: Veteran safety trying out with Chargers during minicamp, per report
Tony Jefferson’s comeback attempt will take its first steps in Los Angeles. The 32-year-old safety is salted to try out with the Chargers during their upcoming minicamp, according to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz. Jefferson, a San Diego native, has a link with the Chargers stemming from new GM Joe Hortiz, who was the director of player personnel for the Baltimore …
Read More »Former 49ers, Cowboys O-lineman Larry Allen dies at 52
Former 49ers, Cowboys O-lineman Larry Allen dies at 52 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame offensive lineman Larry Allen died suddenly Sunday while on vacation in Mexico with his family, the team announced. He was 52. In a statement released Monday morning, the Cowboys said Allen was “known for his great athleticism and incredible …
Read More »Nick Saban is on the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame induction ballot
Former Alabama Crimson Tide head football coach Nick Saban has been announced as a possible inductee for the 2024 College Football Hall of Fame Class. The full ballot was recently announced, and Saban was one of a few notable figures in the realm of college football to be a first-time ballot member. Saban was hired at Alabama in 2006 and …
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