Carmen Vitali NFC North Reporter We’ve been spoiled with generational talent at the tight end position in the NFL for so long.  In 2010, Rob Gronkowski came into the league. By the time he retired (the second time) after the 2021 season, he had solidified himself as the greatest tight end in the history of the NFL and a first-ballot …

The Jets welcomed the Washington Commanders to town for a joint practice on Thursday, but some uninvited soggy weather forced quarterback Aaron Rodgers out of the action. Head coach Robert Saleh decided to sit Rodgers out of Thursday’s practice due to the rainy conditions around Florham Park, taking the cautious route with the veteran quarterback. It’s certainly easy to understand …

The rich have gotten richer through the transfer market. Many of the top available targets in the portal landed at some of the best teams in the Bowl Subdivision, drawn to both the increased name, image and likeness packages offered by college football’s elite programs and the chance to compete for the College Football Playoff. One of the biggest winners …

Eagles training camp notes: Vic from above, Brazil ready, a breakout season? originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia In recent seasons, the Eagles’ defensive coordinator has called plays from the sideline during games. That’s going to change this season. Vic Fangio likes it up in the booth. “No. 1, it’s the best view,” Fangio said recently. “I can see what’s …

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – DECEMBER 02: Head coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide shakes hands with Head coach Kirby Smart of the Georgia Bulldogs after defeating the Georgia Bulldogs 27-24 in the SEC Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 02, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) The Georgia Bulldogs have been heavily selected as the top …

We’re coming off a season in which Puka Nacua and Nico Collins each delivered WR1-level production at outrageously modest draft prices, so the viability of fantasy football sleepers at this position is not really an open question. If you require further convincing on this subject … well, then it’s possible you may need to repeat a few lower-level classes at …

Auburn Tigers wide receiver Robert Lewis (14) turns up field after a catch during the A-Day spring game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, April 6, 2024. [autotag]Robert Lewis[/autotag] made plenty of noise while at Georgia State and looks to do the same on the Plains. After spending a few seasons as a complementary receiver to Jamari Thrash …

How much should Drake Maye play in Patriots’ preseason opener? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots get to open their shiny new toy Thursday night. New England’s preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers at Gillette Stadium represents the first opportunity for No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye to see live game action. While Maye has gotten …

In what was arguably the most tumultuous offseason college football has ever seen with the transfer portal, quarterbacks switching schools drew the most attention. However, plenty of other impact players at positions including defensive line, wide receiver and running back changed programs and could affect the outcome of the upcoming season. Here are 10 non-quarterbacks expected to help College Football …

The Eagles may have found a new way to unleash Jalen Carter on the NFL originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Imagine Jalen Carter as an edge rusher? We know from the first month and a half of last season what the former Georgia star is capable of as an interior lineman. When he’s on, he’s so good it’s scary. All-pro …

SOUTH BEND, INDIANA – SEPTEMBER 02: Jeremiyah Love #12 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown against the Tennessee State Tigers during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium on September 02, 2023 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Every year the college game rotates in new stars, and Notre Dame football …

The Giants get their preseason underway on Thursday night as they host the Detroit Lions in the first of three August games ahead of the regular season opener on Sept. 8. Here are five things to watch during the preseason… Position battles, especially in the secondary There are some ongoing battles for starting roles, especially in the secondary, where only …

Recruiting It’s an easy sell for Notre Dame football when they are recruiting tight ends, TE U does reside in South Bend after all. All a high school player has to do is look at the lineage of impressive former Irish stars who have made their mark on the NFL. The list includes Cole Kmet, Kyle Rudolph, Tyler Eifert and …

It was padded, live football for the first time in camp Wednesday. The Colorado State football team used its first day in full pads as a scrimmage day at Canvas Stadium. The season opener (Aug. 31 at No. 4 Texas) is fast approaching, but in camp terms its still early days. The depth chart is not set, a bunch of …

Henry McKenna AFC East Reporter Bill Belichick never wanted the New England Patriots to look like this. The former coach and owner Robert Kraft always seemed to have a coaching succession plan, from Josh McDaniels to Jerod Mayo. The Patriots even seemed to try to have a succession plan in place for Tom Brady at quarterback, from Matt Cassel to …