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Maximizing the potential of the run game ecosystem | Yahoo Fantasy Football Show

John Daigle joins Yahoo Sports’ Matt Harmon to discuss the latest free agent running back signings, including how certain teams are weaponizing the position. Listen to the entire conversation on the “Yahoo Fantasy Football Show” podcast, and make sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred listening platform. Video Transcript MATT HARMON: The 49ers, they could feel pretty …

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Report: Jimmy G expected to be released by Raiders on Wednesday

Report: Jimmy G expected to be released by Raiders on Wednesday originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area It appears former 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo will be changing teams again this offseason. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to cut Garoppolo on Wednesday, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported Tuesday, citing sources. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to cut QB …

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NFL free agency: Moves that caught our attention so far, from the Patriots (good) to the runningNFL free agency: Moves that caught our attention so far, from the Patriots (good) to some running backs (odd) backs (weird)

The initial strikes and shockwaves of NFL free agency have been sent out. Dollar amounts were splashed on social media and on television, whether those numbers were fully guaranteed or up-to/somewhere-in-between depended on what was being shared, but the numbers were flying nonetheless. Now that the initial dust has settled on Tamperpalooza, I wanted to take a deep breath and …

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Titans add free agent offensive lineman Saahdiq Charles

The Titans are adding some depth to their offensive line. Saahdiq Charles, a guard who has played his entire career in Washington, has agreed to a one-year contract with Tennessee. Charles earned a starting job with the Commanders last year, but he missed six games with a calf injury. And injuries have plagued him throughout his time in Washington, as …

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Curran: Pats re-signing core players not a failing strategy

Curran: Pats re-signing core players not a failing strategy originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston While the New England Patriots have been active in free agency, their moves have been far from flashy. Most of their focus has been on re-signing their own free agents. They’ve reportedly re-signed linebacker Josh Uche, offensive linemen Mike Onwenu and Tyrone Wheatley Jr., wide …

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How the NFL views Patriots’ draft strategy after Brissett addition

How the NFL views Patriots’ draft strategy after Brissett addition originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Did the New England Patriots just tip their hand about how they’ll approach the 2024 NFL Draft? The Patriots reportedly agreed to a one-year, $8 million contract with free agent Jacoby Brissett on Monday, reuniting with the quarterback they drafted in 2016. The 31-year-old …

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49ers likely find Armstead replacement with Elliott addition

49ers likely find Armstead replacement with Elliott addition originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers now have the pieces in place to field a starting defensive line. Free-agent defensive tackle Jordan Elliott, who started 32 games over the past two seasons for the Cleveland Browns, agreed to terms with the 49ers on a two-year contract, his agent confirmed …

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Perry: Patriots ‘leaning in the direction’ of drafting a QB at No. 3

Perry: Patriots ‘leaning in the direction’ of drafting a QB at No. 3 originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston With Mac Jones’ departure to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the New England Patriots have all but cemented the idea that they will be selecting a quarterback with their No. 3 pick in the upcoming draft. While it is impossible to guarantee a …

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Tiki Barber believes CMC is most athletic NFL running back ever

Tiki Barber believes CMC is most athletic NFL running back ever originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Tiki Barber thinks highly of 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey – very highly. The 48-year-old retired running back, who played 10 NFL seasons with the New York Giants, shared his perspective on San Francisco’s dynamic playmaker, who won the 2023 NFL Offensive …

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Why the Chiefs are going all-in for a 3-peat | The Exempt List

Yahoo Sports NFL writer Charles McDonald is joined by Trevor Sikkema of Pro Football Focus to discuss the massive deal given to Chris Jones, Travis Kelce’s likely swan song and what it all means about Kansas City’s quest to become the first team to win three straight Super Bowls. Hear the full conversation on “The Exempt List with Charles McDonald” …

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Are Pats locked in on a QB at No. 3? Perry shares his insight

Are Pats locked in on a QB at No. 3? Perry shares his insight originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston With Mac Jones’ departure to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the New England Patriots have seemingly indicated they plan to select a quarterback with their No. 3 pick in the upcoming draft. Of course, anything could happen, but our Phil Perry is …

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TE Adam Trautman returns to Broncos on two-year deal

The Broncos are bringing back tight end Adam Trautman on a two-year contract, Mike Klis of 9News reports. “I always wanted to come back,” Trautman told Klis. “I made that very known after the season to both George [Paton] and Sean [Payton]. I knew they had some work to do in the offseason. That was no secret with some of …

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Report: Patriots to sign Pro Bowl TE Austin Hooper

Report: Patriots to sign Pro Bowl TE Austin Hooper originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots are reportedly signing two-time Pro Bowler Austin Hooper, a 29-year-old tight end who last played with the Las Vegas Raiders. The veteran inked a one-year deal worth up to $4.25 million, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Hooper will again join an …

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Sauce Gardner believes former Jets teammate Mecole Hardman ‘never earned his stripes’

The reason Mecole Hardman didn’t fit in with the Jets: “He never earned his stripes.”  Jets’ cornerback Sauce Gardner is continuing to defend his team amid allegations by his former teammate turned recent Super Bowl champion. Gardner recently appeared on “The Pivot,” hosted by Ryan Clark and clapped back at Hardman’s harsh words regarding the Jets’ culture and dysfunction last …

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NFL: Simone Biles proudly live tweets husband Jonathan Owens’ deal with Bears

Simone Biles has watched her husband go from undrafted practice squader to a regular NFL starter. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Former Green Bay Packers defensive back Jonathan Owens is signing with the Chicago Bears. The person most excited about the move is his wife, gymnastics legend Simone Biles. The four-time Olympic gold medalist live tweeted her husband’s free agency …

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