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Why Kittle had toilet paper up his nose at 2017 NFL Scouting Combine originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The guy’s tough as nails. George Kittle impressed scouts during the 2017 NFL Scouting Combine when the then-soon-to-be 49ers tight end persevered through a bloody accident. In a resurfacing episode of NFL Films’ “A Football Life,” released in November, Kittle …

INDIANAPOLIS — Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt stood in a semi-circle of reporters on Wednesday, pressed over a somewhat surprising development earlier in the day. A strong contingent of his players, who will soon be slipping on yet another Super Bowl ring — the third in five years for some of them — had some notes to share with …

As Bengals change tune on Tee Higgins’ future, could Bears make move for WR? originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago INDIANAPOLIS — What a difference a year makes for Tee Higgins, the Cincinnati Bengals, and, perhaps, the Bears. Three-hundred and sixty-five days ago, Bengals general manager Duke Tobin silenced all talk that he might be considering trading Higgins, who was …

Subscribe to Zero Blitz This embedded content is not available in your region. Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson to take a deep dive on all the latest news buzzing around the NFL Scouting Combine. The duo discuss whether or not the Combine is in decline as an event, the quarterback class and how it might …

Ryans believes healthy Greenlaw would’ve changed 49ers-Chiefs Super Bowl originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area INDIANAPOLIS — DeMeco Ryans believes if 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw hadn’t torn his left Achilles in Super Bowl LVIII, the outcome would have been different. The Houston Texans head coach felt the pain of Greenlaw, who suffered the devastating injury after only 12 defensive …

As recently as last week, some in the media were suggesting that there was a way the Broncos and quarterback Russell Wilson could continue their relationship in 2024. That is not happening. It will not happen. The die was cast the moment Wilson was benched. The decision to put him on the sideline before Denver was mathematically eliminated from the …

Well, Howie, this would potentially count as a conspiracy theory. In the midst of some belated public acrimony between the Jets and receiver Mecole Hardman, a doozy of a report has emerged. Here’s the tweet from Connor Hughes of SNY.tv: “Yes, I’m told there was validated belief from the #Jets that WR Mecole Hardman, frustrated by his lack-of usage, leaked …

Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald likely plays in 2024. He indicated as much after the playoff loss to the Lions, telling reporters he “for sure” would be committed to playing another season. But General Manager Les Snead wasn’t definitive about Donald’s future when he was asked about the eight-time All-Pro on Wednesday. “Definitely hope Aaron is [back],” Snead said, via …

49ers draft pass rusher, not O-lineman, at No. 31 in Kiper’s latest mock originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers have a few pressing needs this NFL offseason, and a pass rusher opposite defensive end Nick Bosa is one of them. San Francisco could look to fortify the trenches on the offensive and defensive lines, and after mocking …

Greg Wyshynski, ESPNFeb 28, 2024, 10:35 PM ET CloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. One of the top players believed to be available at the 2024 NHL trade deadline has been dealt. The Dallas Stars have landed defenseman Chris Tanev from the Calgary Flames, in exchange for defenseman Artem Grushnikov, the Stars’ 2024 second-round pick and a conditional 2026 …

Tyreek Hill faces a civil lawsuit that alleges the Miami Dolphins star broke a woman’s leg during a football drill last summer.  Social medial influencer Sophie Hall’s lawyers filed the suit in Broward County circuit court on Feb. 23. It alleges Hill “forcefully and purposefully” pushed her to the ground during a football drill at his mansion last summer. The receiver …

MVP quarterback says Ryan Poles’ career hinges on drafting Caleb Williams originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago If you’ve yet to voice an unsolicited opinion on what the Chicago Bears should do with the No. 1 overall pick, you’re running out of time. General Manager Ryan Poles is still in the information-gathering stage, using this week at the NFL Combine …

Miami Dolphins All-Pro wide receiver Tyreek Hill is being sued because of an alleged incident that left social media influencer Sophie Hill with an alleged broken leg in the summer of 2023.  Sophie Hall’s lawyers filed a civil lawsuit in Broward County circuit court on Feb. 23, and she said Hill “forcefully and purposefully” pushed her to the ground during …

Perry details ‘biggest issue’ Jayden Daniels presents for NFL scouts originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots have a big decision to make with the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, with options ranging from taking the best available quarterback, adding a weapon in wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., or even trading down in an …

Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterFeb 28, 2024, 09:16 PM ET CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. The Dallas Stars addressed what was arguably their biggest need Wednesday when they acquired defenseman Chris Tanev as part of a three-team trade with the Calgary Flames and the New Jersey Devils. In total, the Stars received Tanev and the rights …