Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster said at a Tuesday press conference that he “has a lot in the tank,” but he’s not sure if he’ll be showing off what he’s got in the Chiefs’ season opener. Smith-Schuster’s return to the Chiefs became official on Monday and he told reporters in Kansas City that it’s “too early to say” if he’ll be …
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Where eight 49ers stars rank on ESPN’s list of top-100 NFL players
Where eight 49ers stars rank on ESPN’s list of top-100 NFL players originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area With the 2024 NFL season nearing, ESPN has released its rankings for the top 100 players, and the 49ers boast a league-leading eight entries. San Francisco stars Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Brock Purdy, George Kittle, Fred Warner, Nick Bosa, Trent Williams …
Read More »Dolphins WR Odell Beckham Jr to begin season on PUP, will miss at least first 4 games
Odell Beckham Jr. will begin the 2024 season on the physically unable to perform list and will miss at least the first four games of the regular season. Beckham, who signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins in May, has yet to suit up for his new team because of an undisclosed injury. The Dolphins added the three-time Pro …
Read More »Bengals head coach Zac Taylor expects WR Ja’Marr Chase to play Week 1 vs. Patriots
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said Tuesday that he expects wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase to be on the field Week 1 when the team opens up against the New England Patriots. Asked if he felt confident the three-time Pro Bowler would be ready to play come Sept. 8, Taylor replied simply, “Yes.” Chase did not play in any of …
Read More »Why the Colts shouldn’t worry about Anthony Richardson’s preseason struggles
The Colts’ preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals last week showcased the full Anthony Richardson experience. He was dialed in on Indianapolis’ opening drive, displaying complete command of Shane Steichen’s offense. Richardson went 7-of-8 for 65 yards and a touchdown. But it was a rollercoaster the rest of the way. He completed just one of his final seven passes for …
Read More »Chargers roster breakdown: Only two quarterbacks kept on 53-man roster
Once considered to be battling Easton Stick for the No. 2 quarterback job, Luis Perez (11) did not make the Chargers’ 53-man roster. (Ryan Sun / Associated Press) Luis Perez and Isaiah Spiller were notable cuts Tuesday as the Chargers reduced their roster to 53 players by the NFL’s mandatory deadline. Perez was signed midway through the camp to compete …
Read More »Rees-Zammit misses out on Chiefs’ 53-man squad
Former rugby union star Louis Rees-Zammit has not been selected in the Kansas City Chiefs’ 53-man squad for the 2024 season. The former Wales winger, who quit rugby in January to pursue a career in the NFL, has been training with the Chiefs throughout the offseason. The 23-year-old played in all three of their pre-season games, but missed out on …
Read More »NFL roster cuts: Best available players for Patriots to consider adding
NFL roster cuts: Best available players for Patriots to consider adding originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots have finalized their initial 53-man roster, but there could still be more roster changes between now and Week 1 of the NFL regular season. The Patriots still need help on the offensive line. The problem is there aren’t many …
Read More »Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson headline 10 players seeking redemption in 2024
Eric Williams NFL Reporter Cooper Kupp is looking for some redemption. The last time Kupp was fully healthy, he put together one of the most historic campaigns in league history, leading the league in catches (145), receiving yards (1,947) and receiving touchdowns (16) on his way to earning NFL Offensive Player of the Year and MVP of the Super Bowl. …
Read More »Simone Biles’ husband Jonathan Owens makes Bears roster after missing part of training camp for Paris Olympics
Though he missed a chunk of training camp, Simone Biles’ husband’s job with the Chicago Bears is safe. Safety Jonathan Owens officially made the Bears’ 53-man roster on Tuesday afternoon. While that may not have been much of a surprise, Owens’ training camp was unlike perhaps anyone else’s in the league this summer. Owens left midway through camp to go …
Read More »49ers 2024 53-man roster breakdown: Hufanga a welcome sight
49ers 2024 53-man roster breakdown: Hufanga a welcome sight originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers received some encouraging news leading up to the time when they had to make the cuts to the regular-season limit of 53 players. Safety Talanoa Hufanga, whom coach Kyle Shanahan suggested might open the 2024 NFL season on reserve/physically unable to perform, …
Read More »Ducks move local broadcasts to over-air channel, streaming
Aug 27, 2024, 05:29 PM ET The Anaheim Ducks are the latest NHL team to move their local game broadcasts from a regional sports network to a combination of direct to consumer streaming and local broadcasts. The Ducks announced on Tuesday that 65 games next season will be on an over-the-air channel in Los Angeles. They are also partnering on …
Read More »Check out 49ers’ initial 53-man roster for 2024 NFL season
Check out 49ers’ initial 53-man roster for 2024 NFL season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers’ initial 53-man roster for the 2024 NFL season is set. For now. Outside of San Francisco adding star left tackle Trent Williams to it and potentially removing wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk from it, the squad the 49ers will roll into Week …
Read More »Updated Patriots depth chart after roster cutdown day
Updated Patriots depth chart after roster cutdown day originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots’ 2024 roster is set. All 32 NFL teams trimmed their rosters from 90 to 53 players ahead of Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline. We’re still waiting to see who will start at quarterback for the Patriots in their season opener vs. Cincinnati, …
Read More »Jets trade DB Brandon Codrington to Bills
The Jets and Bills will be squaring off twice in the regular season, but they teamed up to make a trade on Tuesday. According to multiple reports, the Jets have agreed to send defensive back Brandon Codrington to the Bills. The teams will exchange late-round picks in 2026 to complete the deal. Codrington signed with the Jets after going undrafted …
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