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When the Buccaneers signed quarterback Baker Mayfield as a free agent in 2023, few predicted that he would help lead the club to a division championship and a playoff win. But that’s exactly what happened, as Mayfield turned in one of the best seasons of his career. He was then rewarded with a three-year deal worth up to $100 million …

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NFL training camp starts towards the end of July, which means players around the league are getting their last bits of offseason work in before the real work of trying to make the roster begins. For certain players, this season is what some may call “make or break,” meaning they need to put together a productive year or they could …

Training camp is coming. When the 32 teams gather for preseason practices, several high-profile players might not be present, if they force the issue on getting new contracts. So which names are the ones to watch? Funny you should ask, even if you didn’t. The goal of this item is to list all of the potential veteran holdouts, with some …

Over the past quarter-century, the NFL has shifted from a running back to a quarterback-driven league. That’s not only evident in how the game it’s played, it’s also clear when it comes to individual awards and player salaries. Each of the past 11 NFL MVP awards were given to quarterbacks, who command more money than any other position.  Tom Brady, …

With OTAs over and training camps still weeks away, plenty of questions are circling the NFL. Charles McDonald is tackling them this summer. After floundering at the quarterback position for a couple seasons, the Atlanta Falcons decided enough was enough and made some major investments at the position this offseason. First, they signed free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins to a …

It’s that special time of the NFL offseason where we are caught in limbo between OTAs and training camp. For the most part, there’s not all that much happening on a day-to-day basis. Teams are gearing up to start gearing up for the season, if that makes sense. But given that we do have this nice break, it’s a good …

Seattle Seahawks v Dallas Cowboys An analysis of the NFL’s most underrated quarterbacks could take on as many forms as there are quarterbacks. You might approach such an exercise from a film standpoint, accounting for subtleties in offensive or defensive formation. You could emphasize pre-snap adjustments and a QB’s ability to manipulate defenders, as Tom Brady recently suggested to the …

The NFC West’s four teams possess a wide range of outcomes in 2024. It’s been a parity-filled division since 2015, with each of its four teams — the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams (both thrice), the Seattle Seahawks (twice) and the Arizona Cardinals (once) — locking down the top spot in that time. The 49ers won their second division crown …

The Seattle Seahawks are No. 21 in Yahoo Sports’ 2024 offseason power rankings. (Taylor Wilhelm/Yahoo Sports) 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 Like Super Bowl XLIX, Bill Belichick got the …

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab discuss Seattle’s quarterback situation and whether Geno Smith is the answer long or short term. Listen and subscribe to the “Zero Blitz” podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript One big thing. Seattle Seahawks. This one’s interesting to me, Frank, a lot of ways you could go …

After completing the offseason program in Green Bay, Packers running back Josh Jacobs believes he’s playing in an offense that has unlimited potential. “I honestly think the sky is the limit in this offense,” Jacobs said on NFL Network. “Obviously, with having a special guy in Jordan Love, you know, and having a good offensive line and some good receivers …

In the aftermath of last week’s multi-billion-dollar verdict in the Sunday Ticket case, the NFL has some decisions to make about the future of the out-of-market game package. Here’s a decision that was already in the works. Sunday Ticket will finally be available to bars, restaurants, and other businesses not only via satellite dish but also by streaming. The news …

Bills edge rusher Von Miller began holding offseason pass rushing summits in 2017 and he hopes to see them continue after he stops playing in the NFL. That’s why Miller had help hosting this offseason’s session. Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby and Saints defensive end Cam Jordan joined Miller in that role with Crosby seen as a long-term part of …

Colts defensive end Kwity Paye is excited about the team’s decision to exercise their option on his contract for the 2025 season and he hopes to make the team want to sign him to an even longer deal after the coming campaign. Paye was a first-round pick in 2021 and he’s coming off a career-best eight sacks during the 2023 …