Braylon Edwards saved a few errant passes in his historic career with the Michigan Wolverines and in the NFL, but probably made the his most important save yet when he intervened in an attack on Friday. Detroit news outlet WDIV reported that the wide receiver saved an 80-year-old’s life in a YMCA locker room in Farmington Hills, Mich. about 30 …

USATSI A host of offensive line prospects took part in the 2024 NFL Combine. Several of them surely improved their draft stock following Sunday’s measurements, 40-yard dash and on-field work.  This year’s offensive tackle class is especially strong, as five prospects could hear their names called in the first round. The group is led by Penn State’s Olumuyiwa Fashanu, who …

Why Georgia tackle Mims could be fit for 49ers at pick No. 31 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area INDIANAPOLIS — The 49ers took advantage of the talented offensive linemen at the NFL Scouting Combine, meeting with several prospects as part of their scouting process before the NFL Draft. The 49ers might not immediately need a tackle, but Amarius …

Former Bears QB singles out one WR in 2024 NFL draft as perfect fit for the team originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago A former Bears quarterback believes the team has one clear answer for their decision with the No. 9 overall pick in the upcoming draft. On the NFL Network, Chase Daniel said GM Ryan Poles needs to turn …

Report: Patriots could pursue these free agents to bolster their offense originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston With the 2024 NFL Combine well underway, reporters around the New England Patriots are starting to get a better understanding of what the team will look to achieve this offseason. On Sunday morning, MassLive’s Karen Guregian, Mark Daniels, and Chris Mason reported on …

Napa product Bowers watches, learns from 49ers’ Kittle originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area INDIANAPOLIS — George Kittle already was an established NFL star with the 49ers as tight end Brock Bowers was working his way into one of the nation’s top recruits at Napa High. Kittle set a new pay scale for NFL tight ends in 2020 when …

The 2024 NFL Combine came to a close Sunday but not before the offensive linemen showcased their immense athletic skill at intimidating size inside Lucas Oil Stadium.  It’s a stacked offensive tackle class, and the sought after edge protectors did not disappoint. In the 40-yard dash, the jumps, or the on-field work.  Here are some of the winners and losers …

Chris Mortensen, one of the original NFL insiders whose work informed millions of football fans for decades, has died at the age of 72. After a long newspaper career, most notably at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Mortensen spent years at ESPN, working on its NFL studio shows and gaining a reputation as one of the NFL’s major news breakers. Mortensen announced …

Before we know it, new Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer will hit the practice field with his Crimson Tide players for the first time when spring practice gets underway in March. With the retirement of the legendary Nick Saban, there have not been this many question marks surrounding the football program since 2007 when Saban took over. Contrary to …

USATSI NFL special teams coordinators have made a proposal that if approved would drastically change the kickoff in 2024, according to NFL Media.  Here are the three biggest nuggets from the proposal, which would need 75 percent approval from league owners to be put into effect:  Onside kicks: Teams can attempt onside kicks only in the fourth quarter and if they …

Report: 49ers have ‘some’ interest in Young free-agency reunion originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Chase Young’s 49ers tenure might not be over just yet. After acquiring the star defensive end midway through the 2023 NFL season, many believed San Francisco would not retain the unrestricted free agent this offseason due to the hefty multi-year contract he is expected …

The NFL loves to tinker with the game to achieve a desired result, and it looks like they’re doing it again with kickoffs. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the NFL is working on adjustments to onside kicks, and also considering a series of rules designed to make kickoffs “exciting again.” NFL special teams coordinators reportedly met at the NFL …

Justin Jefferson’s patience is about to be handsomely rewarded. The Vikings’ receiver is slated to receive a contract extension that will make him the highest-paid wideout in NFL history, according to ESPN.  Jefferson’s deal is expected to pay him more than $30 million annually, per the report. No wideout in league history has ever made north of $30 million annually. …

Three weeks ago today, Kyle Shanahan had a chance to make history. Before the surprise onside kick became history. In the aftermath of the kick-receive-defer decision after the 49ers won the coin toss to start overtime against the Chiefs, we suggested the possibility of choosing to kick — and of unleashing a Sean Payton in Super Bowl LIV-style surprise onside …

Getty Images Never question Barry Odom’s commitment to UNLV. He found a creative (and dangerous) way to raise funds for his football program: Riding a live bull in front of an arena packed with fans and supporters. Despite an inspired effort, Odom, who wore extra protective gear and sported UNLV colors while attempting the stunt, didn’t last long.  He just …