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Shanahan confirms Allen, not Dobbs, will serve as 49ers backup QB originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — The result of one of the 49ers’ closest competitions finally was revealed on Thursday when coach Kyle Shanahan announced the identity of the team’s backup quarterback. Brandon Allen will take over the role of the No. 2 quarterback behind …

If everything goes right for the Chicago Bears, Sunday will be a day their fans will remember forever. That is the day Caleb Williams, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, will play his first NFL game as the Bears’ starting quarterback. Williams is tasked with changing eons of history — despite being one of the NFL’s …

Bears pinpoint special trait that shows Caleb Williams is ‘ready’ to start NFL ascension vs. Titans originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — When rookie quarterback Caleb Williams takes the field Sunday against the Tennessee Titans at Soldier Field, the Bears will get their first official glimpse at what they hope life is like for the next …

The AFC West has been a powerhouse division in recent years, consistently producing top-tier teams, playoff contenders, and Super Bowl winners. This article will explore the historical division winners and their defining seasons. Check out the complete list of AFC West champions including year, team and record. AFC West Champions 2023: Kansas City Chiefs (11-6)2022: Kansas City Chiefs (14-3)2021: Kansas …

Will Dak Prescott be under center for the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday with a new contract extension? Despite skepticism all offseason that the two sides would reach a deal, Prescott and the Cowboys have made “progress” on an extension and are closer to an agreement than they’ve ever been, DLLS Sports reported on Thursday. The report also said that Prescott …

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 4: Russell Wilson #3 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on during the Pittsburgh Steelers OTA offseason workout at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 4, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson was limited at Thursday’s practice due to calf tightness, three days before Pittsburgh’s Sept. 8 season opener against …

Geoff Schwartz FOX Sports Betting Analyst We did it, folks: We made it through seven long months without any NFL.  But now it’s our time to shine — because tonight, we’re back. And there’s no better way to kick off the season than with a game featuring Kansas City and Baltimore — two of the league’s most elite squads. Will …

We’re here. It’s gameday. Let’s launch into the season with my final predictions and picks for each major award, division and the Super Bowl! For a more extended breakdown of each pick, make sure to check out this week’s episode of Football 301 with Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald. (All odds via BetMGM.) NFL MVP The candidates Pick one of …

Since its inception in 2002, the AFC South has been a fiercely contested division. This article will explore the teams that have reigned supreme and their dominant seasons. Check out the complete list of AFC South champions including year, team and record. AFC South Champions 2023: Houston Texans (10-7)2022: Jacksonville Jaguars (9-8)2021: Tennessee Titans (12-5)2020: Tennessee Titans (11-5)2019: Houston Texans …

The NFL decided not to ease anyone into the regular season. The best possible matchup for the traditional Thursday night season opener with the reigning Super Bowl champs was the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Baltimore Ravens. Instead of saving that AFC championship game rematch for later in the season, the NFL scheduled it for opening night. Let’s go. Here’s …

The funeral for John and Matthew Gaudreau has been scheduled for Monday at a church in suburban Philadelphia while the driver charged with killing them remains in jail awaiting his next court appearance. The memorial service for the Gaudreau brothers is set to take place at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Media, Pennsylvania. The NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, for …

NFL Power Rankings: Top-five Patriots season openers since 2000 originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots open their 2024 NFL season on Sunday when they travel on the road to play the Cincinnati Bengals. The last time the Patriots opened a season in Cincinnati was 2001. The Pats lost 23-17, and a week later the franchise changed …

Another NFL season is upon us and we have some exciting news for Season 19 of Fantasy Football Live. There’s twice as much FFL this season to help answer even more of your start-sit questions, so there’s no better place to get your lineup ready for all the action. Here are the details on when and where to watch Fantasy …

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are opening the 2024 NFL season this Thursday with a game against the Ravens. (Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) Chiefs fans, it’s probably not news to you that the 2024 NFL season kicks off this Thursday with a Ravens at Chiefs 2024 Super Bowl rematch. But the higher streaming costs to …

Defenseman Marc Staal announced his retirement after 17 seasons in the NHL on Thursday and joined the New York Rangers as a player development assistant. In his new job, Staal will work with defensemen throughout the organization. His retirement as a player comes approximately one month after his older brother, Eric, officially hung up his skates after 18 NHL seasons. …