Now that the dust has mostly settled from a busy first few months of the offseason, the Oregon football team took to the field for some light drills and walk-throughs Thursday for its first official spring practice. The Ducks worked in jerseys and shorts for the period of practice media were allowed to watch, with new transfers like quarterbacks Dillon …
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Seahawks add competition in acquiring Sam Howell, while Commanders turn page at QB
Eric Williams NFC West Writer Ralph Vacchiano NFC East Reporter The Seattle Seahawks and Washington Commanders jumped into the quarterback carousel on the second day of NFL free agency, agreeing to a trade that sent third-year quarterback Sam Howell to the Pacific Northwest in a pick swap between the two teams. According to reports, the Commanders will send 2024 fourth-round …
Read More »Sam Howell trade: Seahawks GM says Geno Smith ‘the guy,’ but ex-Commanders QB could push for competition
Hours after the Atlanta Falcons traded Desmond Ridder to the Arizona Cardinals, another quarterback from the 2022 NFL Draft class is on the move, with the Washington Commanders sending Sam Howell to the Seattle Seahawks, CBS Sports lead NFL insider Jonathan Jones has confirmed. Seattle will receive Howell, a 2024 fourth-round pick (No. 102 overall) and a 2024 sixth-rounder (No. …
Read More »Saquon Barkley shuts down tampering allegations against Eagles, says communication was through his agent
PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley denied any contact with the Philadelphia Eagles prior to the legal tampering period of free agency. The newest Eagles running back made sure to set the record straight of his negotiations with the Eagles. “Coach (James) Franklin, I think he misinterpreted it,” Barkley said with a smile at the NovaCare Complex Thursday. “The truth was to …
Read More »Report: Jadeveon Clowney to visit Jets next week
Free agent edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney met with the Panthers on Thursday. Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports Clowney will visit the Jets next week. Clowney, a former No. 1 overall pick, has played for five different teams by signing a series of one-year contracts. He was drafted by the Texans in 2014 and after five seasons there played one …
Read More »Ex-Patriots QB Mac Jones embracing backup role with Jaguars
Former New England Patriots starting quarterback Mac Jones had a ride waiting for him after he passed his physical with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday. And there was a familiar face behind the wheel. “It’s kind of nice when your mom can pick you up from work,” Jones said. Jones is embracing a return to his hometown after a dismal …
Read More »NFL free agency winners and losers: Justin Fields’ trade market continues to dwindle, Eagles could pay price
Four days into the start of NFL free agency have come and gone, as the first wave of player signings are coming to a close. There were a few trades on Day 4, as Sam Howell and Desmond Ridder — two quarterbacks from the 2022 draft class — were on the move. Ridder has a new team in the Arizona …
Read More »Saquon Barkley jukes tampering accusations, regrets social media feud
Saquon Barkley was already set this week to visit Happy Valley and catch up with his old Penn State coach, James Franklin. Barkley says now he might have to give Franklin a hard time for getting the Philadelphia Eagles in hot water with the NFL before the new running back had even signed a contract. Franklin said ahead of Penn …
Read More »Perry, Curran hand out early Patriots offseason grades
Perry, Curran hand out early Patriots offseason grades originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots are amidst their first offseason without Bill Belichick in 24 years, and according to NBC Sports Boston’s Phil Perry and Tom Curran, things aren’t looking great. The Patriots have already signed their fair share of free agents, bringing on seven new players …
Read More »Police investigating Dak Prescott’s claim of being extorted, sexual assault claim against Cowboys star
Dak Prescott, the quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys for the last eight seasons and counting, filed a lawsuit on Monday alleging a woman is attempting to extort $100 million from him through a threat of false sexual-assault accusation. On Tuesday, the woman’s attorney said she is looking to take the accusation against Prescott to criminal court. “There’s many different things …
Read More »Marcus Mariota joins the Commanders ready to play or mentor a young QB
Marcus Mariota’s hair is grayer now than when he entered the NFL as a highly touted prospect and a potential face of a franchise. He believes everything he has gone through since has set him up to be ready for anything in his next opportunity with the Washington Commanders. After signing a one-year contract Thursday, Mariota said he’s prepared to …
Read More »Bears add depth to offensive line with tackle signing
Bears add depth to offensive line with tackle signing originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Bears have signed offensive tackle Jake Curhan, according to his agency. Curhan, 26, signed as an undrafted free agent out of the 2021 NFL draft. He was the only undrafted free agent of the Seahawks’ class to make the active roster. He’s played there …
Read More »Eagles make another splash, signing former Buccaneers All-Pro Devin White in 2024 NFL free agency
The Philadelphia Eagles have made headlines with some splashy names early in 2024 NFL free agency, adding Saquon Barkley and C.J. Gardner-Johnson, among others. On Thursday, the trend continued, with the team signing former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White to a one-year contract, as CBS Sports Lead NFL Insider Jonathan Jones confirmed. The 26-year-old White can earn up to …
Read More »Roseman breaks from tradition again, signs linebacker Devin White
Roseman breaks from tradition again, signs linebacker Devin White originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Oh, did somebody say the Eagles need a linebacker? Howie was listening. The Eagles on Thursday evening agreed to terms with former Pro Bowl linebacker Devin White on a one-year free agency deal worth up to $7.5 million including incentives. The move was first reported …
Read More »Dak Prescott accused of sexual assault by woman after Cowboys QB sued her on extortion claim
A woman accusing Dak Prescott of sexual assault has filed a police report over the alleged incident in 2017 after the star quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys sued her on a $100 million extortion claim. Dallas police said Thursday there was an ongoing investigation after a report was filed earlier this week about an alleged sexual assault that occurred in …
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