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Jerod Mayo has the hardest job in the NFL – taking over from Bill Belichick [Getty Images] Rebuilding a team is never easy, but this is no ordinary rebuild facing the New England Patriots – as once the most dominant dynasty the NFL has ever seen is now having to be reconstructed from the ground up. Fans in New England …

When I first saw it, I moved on. Largely because I didn’t know what to make of it. But once I started hearing about it from executives with other teams, I decided to give it a closer look. Steelers safety DeShon Elliott posted a modified image of coach Mike Tomlin on Instagram earlier this week. The caption on the post …

Cardinals rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. practiced Thursday, getting in limited work, but remains in concussion protocol. It’s a step in the right direction for Harrison as he seeks to return Monday night against the Chargers. He wore a non-contact jersey during Thursday’s work. “Really encouraging,” Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon said, via Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic. Harrison was …

Nike acquired the NFL’s uniform and apparel rights in 2012. The current deal runs through 2027. It might not be renewed. Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal reports that Tuesday’s ownership meeting in Atlanta included a presentation regarding the contract held by Nike. Bidding on the next deal is already “open and active,” with “several” companies in the mix. Nike …

Offensive tackle Jake Long was the No. 1 overall selection by the Miami Dolphins in the 2008 NFL Draft. (Photo by Al Pereira/Getty Images) Jake Long retired from the NFL after the 2016 season. Eight years later, he’s nearly unrecognizable from his playing days due to a surprising amount of weight loss. Long was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall …

Everybody wants to have a cool friend. No matter what it costs. For the NFL’s owners, the cost entailed allowing Tom Brady to buy a piece of the Raiders at a ridiculously low $3.5 billion valuation, according to Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal. The raw numbers suggest an even lower value. Per Fischer, Brady and his co-investor, Knighthead Capital …

Javonte Williams scored his second touchdown of the night, a 5-yard run with 5:53 remaining in the third quarter to give the Broncos a 26-3 lead on the Saints. The Broncos have scored on six consecutive possessions since punting on the opening drive. They led 16-3 at halftime. Williams has rushed for 81 yards on 12 carries and caught three …

Yahoo Sports fantasy contributor Sal Vetri shares his bold prediction for the Carolina Panthers running back this week. Video Transcript Yeah, my bold prediction is that the running back one on the week for week seven is going to be Panthers back, Chuba Hubbard. Now, this guy since week two is second in fantasy points behind only Derek Henry and …

Sean Payton returned to New Orleans, where he coached from 2006-21, and left with a blowout win. By the fourth quarter, the Caesars Superdome was empty, and those Saints fans who stayed were booing the home team. With rookies all over the field, it had the feel of a preseason game. Payton and the Broncos weren’t messing around, though, smelling …

The injuries are piling up on the Saints defense after the Saints offense began the game short-handed. The Saints have lost both starting cornerbacks during Thursday Night Football. Paulson Adebo was carted off the field with a vacuum splint on his right leg, and the Saints quickly ruled him out with what they call a knee injury. Kaylee Hartung, the …

Javonte Williams rushed two touchdowns and the Denver Broncos triumphed in coach Sean Payton’s return to New Orleans, beating the banged-up and reeling Saints 33-10 on Thursday night. Bo Nix passed for 164 yards and ran for 75 yards for Denver (4-3), which dominated statistically. The Broncos outgained New Orleans 389 yards to 271 while sending the Saints (2-5) to …

Purdy fondly reflects on his first NFL snaps vs. Chiefs in 2022 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Almost exactly two years ago in Week 7 of the 2022 NFL season, Brock Purdy attempted his first pass as a 49ers quarterback facing the Kansas City Chiefs at Levi’s Stadium. It was a short-lived experience in mop-up …

Jordan Mason Carolina Panthers WR Diontae Johnson (ankle) @ Washington Commanders Date/Time: Sunday, 4:05 pm EasternCarolina Panthers No. 1 wide receiver Diontae Johnson failed to practice on Wednesday and Thursday this week, sidelined by an ankle sprain suffered in Week 4. Johnson practiced in a limited capacity on both Thursday and Friday in Weeks 5 and 6 so his inability to …

Chris Fallica FOX Sports Wagering Expert “Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making. We’re on to Week 7, and I’ve got my eyes on a handful of games. For those new to this space, if you are looking for a few wagers to get in on the NFL action, I have you covered. Nothing …

Sorensen implores 49ers’ defense to sustain upward trajectory originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA – The 49ers’ defense made a few small but significant improvements during last week’s victory in Seattle against the Seahawks. Defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen says it’s important that they follow a similar pattern this Sunday against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. …