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How Eagles concocted a legitimate fullback out of nowhere  originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Ben VanSumeren enjoys pretty much every part of playing fullback. Except one. Since he wears No. 57, he has to report as an eligible receiver every single time he touches the field on offense. “That is annoying,” VanSumeren said. “It’s annoying but it’s …

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A few key Eagles miss practice as they begin Week 8 originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles were missing a few key players as they kicked off their practice week ahead of their game against the Bengals. Here’s the full injury report from Wednesday: Did not practice: Zack Baun (shoulder), Mekhi Becton (concussion), Dallas Goedert (hamstring), Byron Young …

(Tim Hubbard / Los Angeles Times) Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines the matchups this week. Lines according to FanDuel Sportsbook (O/U = over/under). Record last week 10-5 (.667); season 66-41 (.617). Using point spreads with the scores Farmer predicted, the record against the spread last week would have been 10-5 (.667); season 59-47-1 (.557). Times Pacific. TV …

Rachel Doerrie, ESPNOct 24, 2024, 07:00 AM ET CloseRachel Doerrie is a professional data consultant specializing in data communication and modelling. She’s worked in the NHL and consulted for professional teams across North American and Europe. She hosts the Staff & Graph Podcast and discusses sports from a data-driven perspective. The NHL prospect pipeline rankings for all 32 went out …

The Rams’ Cooper Kupp caught 14 passes for 110 yards and a nine-yard touchdown (above) in the season opener against the Detroit Lions. (David Dermer / Associated Press) Cooper Kupp is aware of the buzz about the Rams possibly trading him. But the veteran receiver’s focus Thursday night will be on returning to the lineup for the first time since …

Receiver Cooper Kupp is set to return Thursday night when the Rams play the Vikings. He was a full participant in practice all week. Kupp has missed the past four games with an ankle injury. The question is: Will this be Kupp’s final game with the team? He has been the subject of trade speculation. The Rams’ other star receiver, …

Browns quarterback Jameis Winston has been mostly a backup for the last five years, but he’s starting on Sunday, and he thinks he’s going to show he’s a lot more than just a backup. Winston, who will start in place of the injured Deshaun Watson against the Ravens, said he’s not just a good starter but a great starter. “I …

The status of Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson is still up in the air for Thursday night’s game against the Rams. Hockenson (knee) has been listed as questionable for the Week 8 matchup. Hockenson is returning from injured reserve after tearing his ACL and MCL late last season. He will have to be activated to play on Thursday, but his …

Everyone on the Dolphins have missed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa during his extended absence after a Week Two concussion and wide receiver Tyreek Hill might have missed him more than just about anyone else. Hill had 10 catches for 154 yards and a touchdown before Tagovailoa’s injury, but he has had just 14 catches for 140 yards since Tagovailoa was knocked …

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that linebacker Micah Parsons and cornerback DaRon Bland would be game-time decisions for Sunday Night Football. Neither player practiced Wednesday as they worked with the rehab group. Parsons (ankle) has missed the past two games and could miss three, he acknowledged earlier this week. He had never missed a game for injury before the …

Patrick Mahomes is far from his vintage self but the Chiefs are still 6-0.Photograph: Charlie Riedel/AP Seven weeks into their bid for immortality, the Kansas City Chiefs are undefeated. They’ve ripped off wins against the likes of the Ravens, 49ers and Bengals on their way to a 6-0 start. On defense they’ve been elite, putting a succession of the game’s …

Bill Belichick, who got one interview and no offers with seven jobs open in January, has crafted the ultimate media bully pulpit. And he’s possibly using it to maximize his options for 2025 — and to settle scores in 2024. He has taken shots at his old nemesis in New York, Jets owner Woody Johnson. On Monday, Belichick stirred things …

Running back Kareem Hunt has jumped back into a big role in the Chiefs offense since returning to the team last month, but he wasn’t moving at full speed at practice on Wednesday. Hunt was listed as a limited participant on Kansas City’s first injury report of the week. Hunt, who ran for 78 yards and two touchdowns last Sunday, …

As expected, 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey won’t return to practice this week. Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that during his Wednesday news conference after noting on Monday that McCaffrey’s more likely to start playing after the Week 9 bye. That was still the case on Wednesday. “It’s not this week, so hopefully, it will be next week,” Shanahan said, …