Henry McKenna AFC East Reporter Neither the Buffalo Bills nor the Miami Dolphins were truly ready for the 2024 season. About seven days before the new league year opened on Wednesday, both teams were at least $40 million over the salary cap. Their week would be about getting that number out of the red. And though many expected the Dolphins …
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Russell Wilson shares what he told Kenny Pickett shortly after deciding to join the Steelers
Fittingly, Russell Wilson celebrated becoming a Pittsburgh Steeler by echoing the team’s battle cry. Wilson famously said “Let’s Ride” on numerous occasions during his time with the Denver Broncos, and Pittsburgh’s new quarterback is already embracing his new team’s unofficial mantra. “What’s up Steeler Nation,” Wilson said shortly after signing his new contract. “Fired up to wear the black and …
Read More »Former Patriots shred Bill Belichick; Robert Kraft blames former coach for losing Super Bowl LII
Now that the dynasty is over, Robert Kraft and several New England Patriots are finally letting out some of their true feelings about Bill Belichick and some of the things that transpired during the franchise’s glory years. Kraft, the team’s longtime owner, perhaps provided the harshest criticism of Belichick during the final two episodes of AppleTV’s “The Dynasty” documentary. Among …
Read More »Aaron Donald’s 2022 contract was crafted to make 2024 retirement easier
Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald has retired. It’s a stunner, but not a surprise. His three-year contract from 2022 specifically was crafted to allow him to walk away after two years, without giving up a penny that he’d already received. From our item at the time: “He gets $65 million over the next two years, with no offset on guarantees. …
Read More »Los Angeles Rams star Aaron Donald announces retirement from NFL
Los Angeles Rams superstar defensive tackle Aaron Donald, a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, announced on Friday that he’s retiring from the NFL. Donald spent his entire 10-year NFL career with the Rams, whom he helped win Super Bowl LVI. He was named All-Pro eight times — missing out only as a rookie and during his injury-marred 2022 season …
Read More »Report: 49ers signing LB Campbell to one-year contract
Report: 49ers signing LB Campbell to one-year contract originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers appear to have found the linebacker depth they have been searching for. San Francisco is signing former Green Bay Packers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell to a one-year contract, NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported Friday, citing a source. Campbell likely will line up next to …
Read More »NFL free agency 2024: 49ers add former Packers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell, per report
Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images The San Francisco 49ers had been in the market to add a linebacker to their already stout defense and have now found one in De’Vondre Campbell. The club has agreed to a one-year deal with the former Green Bay Packers star, according to NFL Media. The financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed. …
Read More »‘Quarterbacks rejoice’ as Rams star Aaron Donald retires from NFL
Los Angeles Rams superstar defensive tackle Aaron Donald announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday. The eight-time All-Pro spent the entirety of his 10-year career with the Rams, winning Super LVI with the franchise. The eight-time All-Pro and former NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year spent much of his time in the league chasing down opposing quarterbacks, having racked …
Read More »2024 NFL free agency: Steelers receivers, Cowboys running backs and the most pressing need for every team
The bulk of NFL free agency is complete. There are still opportunities for teams to improve upon the roster but the reality is that there are fewer options than there were yesterday and even less than the day prior. Several teams have been successful in filling needs on the roster while others have been more proactive in creating needs. Here …
Read More »Aaron Donald retires: Rams DT, future Hall of Famer announces he’s walking away after 10 NFL seasons
Aaron Donald, one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, has announced his retirement from the Los Angeles Rams and the NFL. Donald broke the news with a post on X Friday afternoon. “For 10 years, I have been fortunate to play the game of football at the highest level,” Donald said in the post. “I’m thankful for the …
Read More »Aaron Donald announces his retirement
Aaron Donald has decided to hang up his cleats. After 10 seasons, the three-time AP defensive player of the year and Super Bowl LVI champion has announced his retirement on Friday. “Throughout my career, I have given my everything to football both mentally and physically — 365 days a year was dedicated to becoming the best possible player I could …
Read More »Fantasy hockey weekend watch – Hot streaks and streaming goalies
Victoria Matiash, Fantasy HockeyMar 15, 2024, 12:00 PM ET CloseESPN.com Fantasy Contributor since 2010Part-time anchor at NEWSTALK1010 With 11 teams facing back-to-back sets this weekend, fantasy managers with streaming flexibility will be spoiled for choice in selecting from a solid crew of quality backups. Like Semyon Varlamov – if the Isles’ No. 2 earns the nod against the Senators, should …
Read More »Aaron Donald retires: Rams DT, future Hall of Famer announces his retirement after 10 NFL seasons
Getty Images Aaron Donald, one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, has announced his retirement from the Los Angeles Rams and the NFL. Donald broke the news with a post on X Friday afternoon. “For 10 years, I have been fortunate to play the game of football at the highest level,” Donald said in the post. “I’m thankful …
Read More »Steelers’ Russell Wilson ditches ‘Let’s Ride’ catchphrase for ‘Here We Go!’
“Let’s Ride” didn’t age well for Russell Wilson in Broncos Country, but it appears the veteran quarterback is testing his luck with a new signature catchphrase after being traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers this week. In a viral video shared by the storied AFC North franchise, Wilson concluded the brief clip by saying “here we go,” and NFL fans are …
Read More »2024 NFL Draft: Ranking every position group and how they could impact future decisions in free agency
Now that the first few waves of NFL free agency are complete, it’s time for teams to weigh whether it makes sense to sign a lower-level free agent in late March or simply wait until the 2024 NFL Draft to find players at positions of need. Clubs understand the quality of each position group in the draft, and it likely …
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