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Bears OTA observations: Caleb Williams embracing every part of being franchise QB, leader originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams has embraced every part of being the Bears’ franchise quarterback. The No. 1 overall pick understands the pressure and expectations on his shoulders, but he welcomes everything that comes with the mantle of franchise savior. …

After injuries caused some of the NFL’s most talented quarterbacks to miss most of the 2023 season, the top of the Comeback Player of the Year odds market is filled with a lot of talent.  Let’s check out the early odds to win the award via DraftKings Sportsbook as of June 12. 2024 Comeback Player of the Year Odds: Aaron …

Brandon Aubrey was one of the best kickers in fantasy football last season. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images) Special to Yahoo Sports The war against kickers has reached a fever pitch in recent years, and I am not here for it. 4for4 has always been a safe space for those who play in leagues with kicker spots, a haven, if …

Associated Press Jun 14, 2024, 10:57 AM ETEmailPrintOpen Extended Reactions RALEIGH, N.C. — The Carolina Hurricanes have signed defenseman Jalen Chatfield to a three-year, $9 million extension, retaining a valuable part of what has been a deep position group. The team announced the deal Friday, with interim general manager Eric Tulsky pointing to Chatfield’s speed and work ethic making him …

There were moments where the back-to-back Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs were on the brink of postseason elimination in each of the last two seasons during their road through the AFC.  The 2022 AFC divisional round vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars, the 2022 AFC Championship vs. the Cincinnati Bengals, the 2023 AFC divisional round at the Buffalo Bills and the …

The Kansas City Chiefs are eyeing history in 2024, but before they head out on their summer break, they had one last celebration for what they accomplished in 2023. Members of the Chiefs received their Super Bowl championship rings in a private ceremony at Kansas City’s Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art on Thursday. More than 400 rings were handed out at …

The 1972 Dolphins occupy a unique place in NFL history as the only team ever to make it through a full season undefeated and untied. The NFL played 52 seasons before those 1972 Dolphins, and no other team did it. In 2024 the NFL will play its 52nd season since those 1972 Dolphins, and still no other team has done …

Established veterans returning to their previous star form — it doesn’t happen often in the NFL, but when it does, it’s a huge boost for any team. Which players who labored through tough, relatively unproductive seasons last year are aligned to rebound in 2024?  Before I begin, I did not include players who simply were injured for all or most …

Getty Images The Miami Dolphins are adding some veteran depth along their defensive line. The club is signing veteran defensive end Calais Campbell to a deal, according to NFL Media. The specific terms of the contract that is bringing Campbell to South Beach were not immediately disclosed.  The 37-year-old is set to enter his 17th season in the league and …

Getty Images The Kansas City Chiefs have once again climbed the highest mountain in the NFL, and now they have the bling to prove it. On Thursday night, Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and the rest of the Super Bowl LVIII champions received their championship rings, which is the third title in the Mahomes era and the second in as many seasons.  …

Greg Auman NFC South Reporter The Bucs were one of the youngest teams in the NFL last season, leaning heavily on rookies, and while they have a ton of experience back from 2023, they could still get an impact from rookies on both sides of the ball. “It’s one of the smarter draft classes, as far as catching onto the …

When teams select quarterbacks high in the draft, they are looking for a new face of the franchise who can make an immediate impact on the field. A talented leader who will come in, get the most out of his weapons and lead his club to victory. We have seen this numerous times, whether it was Ben Roethlisberger in 2004 or C.J. …

Under the NFL’s new kickoff rule, returners will have a better chance to make big plays, and touchbacks will go to the 30-yard line. Which means some teams will simply decide to boot the ball through the end zone, rather than risk giving up a long return. As the Cardinals worked on the new kickoff rules this offseason, General Manager …

There seems to be two potential outcomes for the Jets in 2024. Aaron Rodgers gets hurt again and the season goes down in flames, or he makes an incredible comeback from an Achilles injury at age 40 and turns the Jets into a championship contender. There’s no in-between! Here are 10 numbers to whet the appetite for Rodgers’ return.  0: …

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