Purdy left off ESPN top-10 QB list, labeled ‘system quarterback’ originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Despite the stats, the leaderboards and taking the 49ers to the Super Bowl in his first full season as the starting quarterback, Brock Purdy can’t seem to earn the league-wide respect he seemingly deserves. He also can’t escape certain labels. On top of …
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3 questions for Auburn football, Hugh Freeze to answer at SEC Media Days
AUBURN — Auburn football has opted for some intrigue at this year’s edition of SEC Media Days. Rather than leaning on a few low-profile, seasoned veterans such as sixth-year tight end Luke Deal or senior cornerback Keionte Scott to represent the program at the conference’s premier offseason event, the Tigers are set to send linebacker Eugene Asante, defensive end Keldric …
Read More »KJ Hamler hopes to be “playmaker” for Bills after missing 2023 with pericarditis
Wide receiver KJ Hamler’s NFL career has seen him spend more time on the sideline than on the field, but he hopes to change that in 2024. Hamler was a 2020 second-round pick in Denver and he caught 30 passes for 381 yards and three touchdowns as a rookie. A torn ACL in 2021 and a hamstring injury in 2022 …
Read More »Four-star safety CJ Jimcoily sets a decision date
One of the nation’s top safeties can see the finish line in his recruitment just ahead. CJ Jimcoily, the No. 20-ranked safety in the Rivals250 for the 2025 recruiting cycle out of Tennessee, has locked in a date to reveal his college commitment. The talented four-star safety from Nashville (Tenn.) Lipscomb Academy is set to come off the board on …
Read More »2024 Los Angeles Rams Fantasy Preview
NFL: Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Rams 2023 Stats (rank) Offensive SummaryPoints per game: 23.8 (8th)Total yards per game: 359.3 (7th)Plays per game: 64.4 (11th)Pass Attempts + Sacks per game: 36.3 (14th)Dropback EPA per play: 0.09 (11th)Rush attempts per game: 28.1 (12th)Rush EPA per play: -0.02 (8th) Coaching Staff The Los Angeles Rams’ storied coaching turnover continued this offseason, with …
Read More »4-star Ohio DL Jamarcus Whyce to reportedly visit MSU later this month
Michigan State football will be hosting a big-time defensive prospect in the 2026 class later this month. Jason Killop of On3 reported last week that four-star defensive lineman Jamarcus Whyce will visit Michigan State at the end of July. Whyce hails from Dayton, Ohio and ranked as one of the best players from the state in the 2026 class. Whyce …
Read More »2024 NFL ‘Triplets,’ rankings, Part I: Broncos check in last; Steelers, Giants take fall; Cardinals leap up
Well, folks, it’s that time of the year around here once again. Just as we did last year and the year before that and the year before that and the year before that and the year before that and the year before that and the year before that, the crew here at CBSSports.com recently set out to rank each NFL team’s “triplets.” Why not, right? It’s the middle of the …
Read More »Jacoby Jones, ex-NFL receiver who caught Mile High Miracle, dies aged 40
Jacoby Jones was an All-Pro returner and All-Pro selection in 2012.Photograph: Doug Pensinger/Getty Images Jacoby Jones, the former NFL wide receiver and special teams ace, has died at the age of 40. No cause of death was immediately announced. “We are completely heartbroken to learn about the passing of Jacoby Jones,” the Ravens said in a statement on Sunday. “Jacoby …
Read More »Why Bru McCoy gets Hendon Hooker’s jersey number for Tennessee football in 2024
Tennessee football has released its roster for the 2024 season, which included changes to a few positions and dozens of jersey numbers. Some are more notable than others. Newcomers got their jersey numbers for games in the 2024 season after practicing with temporary digits in the spring. Veterans shifted to a preferred number. Coach Josh Heupel, defensive lineman Omari Thomas, …
Read More »Vikings’ Jordan Addison arrested on suspicion of DUI in Los Angeles
USATSI Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence late Friday night, the California Highway Patrol said Sunday night. According to a police report, the Los Angeles Communications Center notified the California Highway Patrol of a disabled vehicle blocking a lane of traffic on the Glen Anderson (105) Freeway near Los Angeles International Airport. …
Read More »K’Lavon Chaisson: Panthers got a winner, I have every tool to be great
Edge rusher K’Lavon Chaisson is getting a fresh start in 2024. Chaisson was a Jaguars first-round pick in 2020 and spent the last four years with the team, but he never had the desired impact on the field. He started 11 of his 59 games for the team and recorded five sacks during his time in Jacksonville, but that has …
Read More »Recruiting Rumor Mill: Top prospects mapping out visits
The Recruiting Rumor Mill is back this week as a lot of top prospects plot out their visit schedule for the final days of July when they can get back on the road. Here’s all the latest from Rivals national recruiting director Adam Gorney: FACT OR FICTION: Julian Lewis should remain No. 1 in the Rivals250 ***** CLASS OF 2025 …
Read More »2025 NFL Draft prospect primer: Next Donovan McNabb? Ranking QBs to watch, plus pro comparisons and more
NFL football will be here before you know it with the start of most training camps happening within the next 10 days. That also means college football is coming soon too, something the league’s front offices will be keeping a close watch on in advance of the 2025 NFL Draft. Now, it’s time to kick off our CBS Sports 2025 …
Read More »Midwest Spotlight: Five commitment predictions
Nick Lucero/Rivals.com June has become the biggest month of the year for recruiting. Many prospects across the country came off the board and committed to a program. But there are still talented players that are uncommitted. Let’s look at the latest with several top Midwest prospects and predict where they will land come National Signing Day. RECRUITING RUMOR MILL: Top …
Read More »15 Eagles on offense to watch in 2024 training camp
15 Eagles on offense to watch in 2024 training camp originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia We’ll obviously be watching Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith closely at training camp. But we watch them closely every year. With the Eagles’ 2024 training camp rapidly approaching, here are 15 other players on offense we’ll be keeping an eye on …
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