The NFL hosted private equity executives at the league’s Park Ave. headquarters Thursday, as the world’s richest sports league moves to open its doors to institutional investors. Seven firms were invited to present, with four separate meetings on the docket, according to multiple sources who were granted anonymity because the matter is private. Arctos Partners, Ares Management and Sixth Street …
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Lenoir calls out Rodgers before 49ers-Jets Week 1 matchup
Lenoir calls out Rodgers before 49ers-Jets Week 1 matchup originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Programming Note: Watch “49ers Training Camp Live” with Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan at 3 p.m. PT today from Santa Clara, streaming live on the NBC Sports app. Watch the show later on YouTube and Facebook. Deommodore Lenoir won’t ever forget the way …
Read More »Fantasy Football: The 6 most polarizing players you’ll find in drafts
Respectful disagreement is why we have a fantasy football game, and it’s a big source of summer debate. Today’s assignment is to identify some players the market seems to be in sharp conflict with and give you the tools to make your own decision. It’s no matter if you agree or disagree with my conclusions; you’re the GM of your …
Read More »Fantasy football personalities — which one will you be in your drafts?
Whether it’s your first time or your 100th time playing fantasy football, a cast of characters takes shape in every league, and in no better place is this cast revealed than during a draft. And it helps to know these archetypes ahead of your time on the clock, so you know what to expect. Consider this your crash course. Speaking …
Read More »Chad Kelly will meet with CFL’s Commissioner on Friday about possible return
The CFL’s Most Outstanding Player for 2023 could soon be back in the fold. Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly, the nephew of Jim Kelly and a former NFL player with the Broncos and Colts, will meet Friday with CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie, according to Farhan Lalji of TSN. Ambrosie suspended Kelly for a minimum of nine games. The suspension resulted …
Read More »Can Tanner McKee beat out Kenny Pickett for Eagles’ No. 2 quarterback job?
Can Tanner McKee beat out Kenny Pickett for Eagles’ No. 2 quarterback job? originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Tanner McKee was asked Thursday night if he feels like he’s earned the Eagles’ No. 2 quarterback spot. “That’s not my decision,” he said. Then he paused and smiled and said, “I wish it was.” So do a lot of Eagles …
Read More »Patriots coach Jerod Mayo says Drake Maye vs. Jacoby Brissett QB competition isn’t over
For most of the offseason, Drake Maye was the clear No. 2 on the New England Patriots’ quarterback depth chart. With one more preseason game to go for the Patriots, coach Jerod Mayo opened the door for Maye to become No. 1 before the regular season starts. Jacoby Brissett didn’t play well on Thursday night, throwing one interception into the …
Read More »The 10 best players since 2000 to miss rookie seasons with injuries
J.J. McCarthy’s rookie campaign in the NFL came to an end before it began. McCarthy underwent surgery Wednesday to repair a torn meniscus, which will sideline him for the entire 2024 season. He was set to compete for the Vikings’ starting quarterback job this year after Minnesota picked him No. 10 overall in the NFL Draft. [Related: J.J. McCarthy and …
Read More »Fantasy Football: Latest updates from NFL training camp for preseason Week 2
Fantasy football analyst Sal Vetri compiles all of the NFL training camp news YOU need to know ahead of Week 2’s action of the NFL preseason. No. 9: Alvin Kamara leaves practice with back tightness The injury isn’t considered serious right now, but Kamara had to leave practice on August 13 and a back injury is something to monitor as …
Read More »Fantasy Football: Top sleepers at TE for 2024 drafts
Looking for some hidden value at the tight end position in your 2024 fantasy football drafts? The team at Yahoo Fantasy highlights five of their favorite TE sleepers to consider in the late rounds. If not for the presence of Mark Andrews on Baltimore’s roster, Likely would be an easy top-10 fantasy tight end, possibly challenging for top-six status. He’s …
Read More »Jordan Love headlines 10 players poised to earn first Pro Bowl honors in 2024
Despite the varied interest in the Pro Bowl Games, players continue to view a Pro Bowl berth as one of the highest honors in the game. The recognition from their peers and fans validates their work between the lines, placing the players in the elite category within the football world. Given the importance of making the Pro Bowl, it is …
Read More »Dorian Williams: I feel ready to step in for Matt Milano
The Bills defense suffered a blow this week. Linebacker Matt Milano tore his biceps and there’s a good chance that the veteran will miss the entire season as a result of the injury. Safety Damar Hamlin said that the loss costs the Bills “an All-Pro player and an All-Pro person,” but it also opens up a big opportunity for second-year …
Read More »Patriots 53-man roster projection: Offensive youth movement on display
Patriots 53-man roster projection: Offensive youth movement on display originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston FOXBORO — It’s that time again. With another preseason game in the books, let’s have a look at how the Patriots’ roster could look when their numbers have to be reduced down to 53 active players. No changes here compared to our last projection. Perhaps the Patriots …
Read More »Should Patriots fast-track Maye after encouraging effort vs. Eagles?
Should Patriots fast-track Maye after encouraging effort vs. Eagles? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston FOXBORO — Drake Maye handled his business on Thursday night. Now it’ll be interesting to see how the Patriots coaching staff handles him moving forward. Jerod Mayo has been very clear throughout the summer when detailing how he’ll handle player workloads: You get what you …
Read More »Titans QB Will Levis, new WR1 Calvin Ridley struggling to connect consistently
Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter NASHVILLE, Tenn. — After Wednesday’s joint practice with the Seahawks, new Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley stood next to the field, surrounded by a throng of local media, and explained his two missed deep-ball opportunities during team drills. He beat the Seattle cornerback both times, he said, but he just didn’t finish his routes. Next thing …
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