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Tommy DeVito became an unlikely hero for the Giants last season and the quarterback wants to be in position to do the same thing again in 2024. DeVito was an undrafted rookie third-stringer when he was pressed into action after injuries to Daniel Jones and Tyrod Taylor and he was able to move past a tough debut to lead the …

Steve McMichael played 13 of his 15 NFL seasons with the Chicago Bears. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) Steve McMichael wasn’t the best or even close to the most famous member of the 1985 Chicago Bears. It’s possible nobody embodied that team better, though. McMichael was a fantastic defensive tackle for 15 NFL seasons, and that’s why he was elected …

Christian McCaffrey is coming off winning the NFL’s rushing title. (Yahoo Sports/Henry Russell) Other NFL team previews: 32. Panthers | 31. Patriots | 30. Broncos | 29. Commanders | 28. Giants | 27. Titans | 26. Raiders | 25. Cardinals | 24. Saints | 23. Chargers | 22. Vikings | 21. Seahawks | 20. Buccaneers | 19. Jaguars | 18. …

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab discuss how much of a distraction the impending Brock Purdy contract will be for the 49ers and whether the young QB will command a max extension – or if the 49ers will look to develop a new QB. Video Transcript I’m gonna just pose this as my one big thing for the 49er. …

Eagles stock up, stock down after 1st week of 2024 training camp originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia It’s very early in Eagles training camp — the pads aren’t even on yet — but we’ve now seen three practices this summer. So it’s time for a stock watch from early in training camp. Remember, things can change, especially when the …

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua signs autographs for fans at the end of a training session on Saturday at Loyola Marymount. (Damian Dovarganes / Associated Press) The murmur begins the moment Puka Nacua rounds a corner and walks onto the field at Loyola Marymount. “There he is!” It quickly erupts into near-hysteric calls of recognition, amplified every time the Rams …

Two of the Bengals’ top players are not practicing in training camp. Star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase hasn’t practiced since camp opened, and although he and coach Zac Taylor won’t say why, Chase obviously wants to get paid a lot more money than the $1.055 million base salary he’s due this year. Bengals owner Mike Brown has indicated he doesn’t …

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams will miss the upcoming season with a torn ACL and MCL in his left knee. Williams suffered the injury in practice Sunday. The Cowboys confirmed the diagnosis Sunday evening and that Williams will require orthoscopic surgery. The news is a blow to the Cowboys pass rush and a setback for the third-year player who’s …

The Rams drafted running back Blake Corum with the idea that he’ll be an immediate contributor as the backup to Kyren Williams. Early in training camp, they’re liking what they’re seeing. Ras running backs coach Ron Gould says Corum is getting a lot of reps with the starters in camp because he deserves them. “This is something that is earned,” …

The Cowboys claimed cornerback Kemon Hall off waivers Sunday. The 49ers, who had signed Hall on Feb. 12, waived him Saturday. The move came after the Cowboys released veteran cornerback Gareon Conely, who informed the team of his plans to retire. Conley has not played a regular-season game since 2019. Hall was on the Cowboys’ practice squad in 2020, so …

An MRI confirmed what the Cowboys feared: Defensive end Sam Williams’ season is finished. The team confirmed that Williams tore the ACL and the MCL in his left knee during Sunday’s practice. He will undergo season-ending surgery to repair the damage. The Cowboys’ first significant injury of camp came in their first full padded practice. It’s a tough break for …

Yahoo Sports fantasy analysts Matt Harmon and Andy Behrens remind you to spend some time studying your league settings so you don’t become the dead-money manager. Hear the full conversation on the “Yahoo Fantasy Forecast” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript This should not be a graduate level lesson, but …

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams suffered torn ligaments in his left knee while taking part in special teams drills Sunday and will need season-ending surgery. Williams got hurt during a blocking drill with the Cowboys not yet in pads. He was tended to by trainers for several minutes, then didn’t put any weight on his leg while being helped …

Purdy wants ‘Tom Brady’ feeling in leading 49ers to dominant wins originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Now entering his third NFL season, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is focused on changing his attitude and his mindset. In an exclusive with the San Francisco Chronicle’s Michael Silver, Purdy described his mindset shift and approach. “With as good of a team …

The New England Patriots announced on Sunday that defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been diagnosed with blood clots, and there is no timetable for his return. The team said that Barmore, who turned 25 on Sunday, was evaluated and treated over the weekend at Mass General Brigham. “Our principal concern at this time is Christian’s health and well-being. Fortunately, Mass …