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Bears minicamp observations: Defense confusing Caleb Williams but flashes keep growing originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams’ rookie education continued Wednesday at Halas Hall during the Bears’ second mandatory minicamp practice. Facing a defense at full strength, Williams and the offense struggled during a 7-on-7 period that saw multiple passes broken up by the …

Warner jokes he’s ‘aging like fine wine’ entering seventh 49ers season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The NFL can take its toll on even the best of athletes, but 49ers linebacker Fred Warner is feeling fresh as ever ahead of his seventh season in the league. The All-Pro didn’t take part in on-field work during organized team activities …

Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye has impressed a veteran teammate in Organized Team Activities. New England safety Jabrill Peppers said that when watching Maye on the practice field, it’s easy to see why Maye has the talent to be the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft. “The arm talent is definitely there. I’ve seen him make some …

How Warner is supporting Greenlaw through ‘lonely’ Achilles rehab originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — While Dre Greenlaw is recovering from successful Achilles surgery, Fred Warner has been making sure his 49ers teammate feels supported. On Wednesday, the All-Pro linebacker shared why making an effort to be present for Greenlaw has been important. “Just being there …

FRISCO, Texas — What’s the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Dallas Cowboys running Ezekiel Elliott? For many people, the answers would range between bulldozing defenders for first downs or breaking away downfield for touchdowns. Those were regular occurrences during Elliott’s prime, first four seasons from 2016 through 2019 when he registered over 1,300 rushing yards three …

Dak Prescott’s future with the Cowboys is up in the air as he moves toward the season without a contract extension, but it hasn’t been an obstacle to his preparation over the last few months. That was the message from head coach Mike McCarthy when he spoke to reporters from the team’s minicamp on Wednesday. McCarthy said he thinks that …

The NFL has been testing the public relations waters in floating an 18-game schedule. Ryan Kelly is here for the counterpoint. The Pro Bowl center and NFLPA representative for the Indianapolis Colts spoke candidly against an expanded schedule on Wednesday. He’s “absolutely not” interested in an 18-game slate or commissioner Roger Goodell’s effort’s to push one. Colts NFLPA rep Ryan …

The Cowboys used the fourth overall pick on Ezekiel Elliott in 2016, a year after trying something of a running back by committee with Darren McFadden and Joseph Randle. McFadden served as the bridge between DeMarco Murray and Elliott, rushing for 1,089 yards in 2015. Now, Elliott is that guy after spending most of his previous time in Dallas as …

PHILADELPHIA — A cloudy day oversaw the NovaCare Complex as the Philadelphia Eagles conducted the second of their three mandatory minicamp practices. Nick Sirianni had another quick session that lasted just over an hour, even practicing the new kickoff return during the middle of the session.  Big plays on offense have eluded the practices so far, but the secondary has …

Hufanga shares emotional rehab update, goal for 2024 return originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area It was like the first day of school for Talanoa Hufanga as the 49ers reported for mandatory minicamp this week. After Hufanga sustained a heartbreaking knee injury that ended his 2023 season early, the football-obsessed All-Pro safety was all smiles during Day 2 of …

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz, Nate Tice and Charles Robinson discuss the landmark contract for the Vikings wide receiver and whether it’s too much money for certain positions on the field. Hear the full conversation on the “Zero Blitz” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript A lot of noise this off …

One of the biggest stories during this year’s NFL Draft was whether or not 49ers’ star wideout Deebo Samuel would be traded. Samuel wasn’t traded, although there was a report that the Pittsburgh Steelers were interested but weren’t willing to meet the 49ers’ asking price.  Samuel wasn’t traded, but he recently confirmed that those conversations were had.  “Yeah, I heard …

What excites Sorensen most about 49ers additions Floyd, Gross-Matos originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers brought in several key D-line additions this offseason, and new defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen couldn’t be happier about what he has seen from them so far. Despite the lack of pads during San Francisco’s offseason program, defensive ends Leonard Floyd and Yetur …

Should Tua Tagovailoa set the QB market? | Speak | FOX Sports Video Details It is the NFL’s minicamp season, and several QBs are seeking a new deal, including Tua Tagovailoa. When asked about his contract talks with the Miami Dolphins, he simply said that quote: “The market is the market.” Joe Burrow currently has the highest average value per …

Getty Images With the 2024 NFL Draft in the rearview mirror and OTAs underway, it’s time for the newest members of the NFL family to get paid. All 257 draft picks and their agents have turned their attention to their respective front offices and aim to sign their first NFL contracts. Thanks to the CBA, rookie contracts are more tied to …