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Shanahan rejects Mahomes having ‘down year’ before 49ers-Chiefs clash originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA – Despite leading an undefeated team that is aiming for its third consecutive Super Bowl victory, there are whispers around the NFL that Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is having a sub-par season — at least according to his standards. When …

How Carlson stayed ready before 49ers kicker opportunity arose originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA – Another game, another new kicker for the 49ers. That pattern played out earlier this week when the Red and Gold signed free agent Anders Carlson to their practice squad as insurance after fill-in Matthew Wright separated his shoulder while trying to …

Colts running back Jonathan Taylor said in a recent interview with NFL Network that he’s “definitely feeling better” when it comes to the ankle injury that’s sidelined him for the last two games. But Taylor still did not practice on Wednesday, as Indianapolis began its preparation to play Miami on Sunday. Taylor has rushed for 349 yards with four touchdowns …

We know that Tuesday, Nov. 5, is a hugely important day in America. Obviously, it’s the NFL trade deadline, and football fans got a sneak preview of what could be ahead with a flurry of moves this week, most notably Davante Adams going to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills. [2024 NFL trade deadline tracker: Latest deals across …

Shanahan admittedly has PTSD watching 49ers vs. Chiefs film originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers, understandably, are not eagerly rewatching game film from their crushing Super Bowl LVIII loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. However, in preparation for Sunday’s rematch against Kansas City at Levi’s Stadium, they have no choice but to re-live those …

Najee Harris is often listed as a non-participant on Wednesdays, with the Steelers listing him as a resting player. But that is not the case to start the preparation for Week 7, as Harris did not practice on Wednesday with a ribs issue. Harris was on the field for 46 percent of Pittsburgh’s offensive snaps in Sunday’s win over the …

Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst Dalton Del Don explains why fantasy managers should trust the Las Vegas TE in Week 7. Video Transcript Brock Bowers leads all tight ends in targets, receptions, receiving yards and yards per route run. He’s on pace to have the second most catches by a rookie tight end ever. And Devante Adams was just traded. Bowers …

Should the Patriots buy at the deadline? Curran and Perry discuss originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The NFL trade market is heating up with the deadline three weeks away. Two blockbuster deals involving star wide receivers were made in the AFC East on Tuesday. The New York Jets acquired Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders and the Buffalo …

Trade season has arrived in the NFL. A few notable trades have already taken place with the deadline approaching. Will any other team make a big move between now and the deadline? The trade deadline is on Nov. 5 at 4 p.m. ET. Here’s every notable trade that’s been made before deadline day. Oct. 15 New York Jets acquire WR …

Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst Dalton Del Don explains why fantasy managers should trust the Los Angeles RB in Week 7 vs. the Raiders. View more Video Transcript Kyron Williams should be fresh coming out of the bay and he remains one of the league’s biggest workhorses. Williams leads all backs in snap share and red zone touches despite already having …

Eagles injury report: A trio of Eagles miss 1st practice ahead of Giants game originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The Eagles were without three key players on Wednesday afternoon as they began their preparation to face the Giants in Sunday in North Jersey. TE Dallas Goedert (hamstring), LT Jordan Mailata (hamstring) and DT Milton Williams were all not practicing …

Geoff Schwartz FOX Sports Betting Analyst There are a few lingering questions in every bettor’s mind as we head into NFL Week 7. Can the Saints keep up with the Broncos without Derek Carr? Will Russell Wilson lead Pittsburgh to a win if he gets the start instead of Justin Fields? Will the Panthers present a challenge to Jayden Daniels …

Patriots Mailbag: Exploring WR and OT solutions to help Drake Maye originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Drake Maye mania has taken hold in New England after the rookie’s three-touchdown day against the Texans. But the reality is that the Patriots are 1-5 and have a long way to go before they’re a competitive football team. How do they get …

New York Giants left tackle Andrew Thomas will miss the rest of the season after having surgery on his right foot to repair a Lisfranc injury, coach Brian Daboll confirmed Wednesday. Thomas, who signed a five-year, $117.5 million contract in 2023, was hurt late in a 17-7 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals last weekend. A Lisfranc injury occurs in the …

Deebo, Kittle honestly reveal which NFC team is best right now originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers have dominated the NFC for years, making four conference championship appearances and two trips to the Super Bowl over the last five seasons. But the team’s biggest stars can recognize greatness when they see it — even if it’s elsewhere. …