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Giants to sign DT Jordan Phillips

The Giants are adding a veteran defensive tackle. Jordan Phillips will sign with New York on Thursday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media. Phillips, 31, spent the last two seasons in his second stint with the Bills. In 2023, he recorded 2.5 sacks, two tackles for loss, five QB hits, and five passes defensed in 14 games with nine …

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Sidney Crosby hits 1,000 assists, keeps Penguins surging

Apr 11, 2024, 11:44 PM ET PITTSBURGH — Sidney Crosby is too consumed with the moment to think about the history he’s making. Too focused on trying to will the Pittsburgh Penguins into a playoff berth that seemed unlikely a month ago to consider the weight of all that he’s done. Besides, there’s really no need. The heights Crosby is …

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Former Texas DT Byron Murphy visits Seahawks

The Seahawks hosted former Texas defensive tackles T’Vondre Sweat and Byron Murphy II on top-30 visits, Corbin Smith of SI.com reports. The Seahawks also met with Murphy at the Scouting Combine. He is projected as a first-round draft choice and also has visited the Raiders, Vikings and Cowboys. Murphy earned Big 12 defensive lineman of the year in 2023. He …

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Rock Ya-Sin signs one-year deal with 49ers

Rock Ya-Sin has found a new team. Ya-Sin has signed with San Francisco on a one-year deal, the 49ers announced on Thursday. Ya-Sin, 27, spent last season with the Ravens. He appeared in 14 games with one start, recording 13 total tackles with two passes defensed. He was on the field for 29 percent of defensive snaps in games played …

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O.J. Simpson dies at 76, leaving a complicated legacy | Inside Coverage

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL writer Jori Epstein and senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson to discuss the complicated and controversial legacy of O.J. Simpson. Hear the full conversation on “Inside Coverage” – part of the “Zero Blitz” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. Video Transcript JASON FITZ: It would be …

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2024 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: Vikings move up for J.J. McCarthy

McCarthy_cropped.jpg 1. Chicago Bears Caleb Williams, QB, USC No surprises here. Williams can make every throw imaginable, is an underrated athlete, and posted elite numbers in his three-year collegiate career. Even his flaws—like his desire to work out of structure—are impressive because he’s incredible out of structure. You can put this one in stone. 2. Washington Commanders Jayden Daniels, QB, …

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When is 2024 NFL draft? Details on dates, times and timeline

When is 2024 NFL draft? Details on dates, times and timeline originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Bears’ evaluation of Caleb Williams is done. They’ve seen all the tape, met him at the Combine, visited him in Los Angeles and hosted him at Halas Hall. Everything points to the team selecting him with the No. 1 overall pick in …

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Why Kiper Jr. mocked CB Phillips to 49ers at pick No. 63

Why Kiper Jr. mocked CB Phillips to 49ers at pick No. 63 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area ESPN senior analyst Mel Kiper believes the 49ers will use the No. 63 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft on defense after they bolster the offensive line in the first round. Kiper shared Thursday his belief that Kentucky cornerback Andru Phillips will be available …

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NFL will allow teams to have third design on helmets

The NFL loosened its restrictions on helmet design to allow for more flexibility in 2022, paving the way for many teams to bring back popular throwback uniform kits. Now, it is taking a step further, allowing for creative freedom in a limited capacity next season, per multiple reports. The NFL reportedly sent a memo to teams Wednesday stating that teams …

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Rams re-sign LB Troy Reeder

Free agent linebacker Troy Reeder is returning to the Rams, the team announced Thursday. He has spent four of his five NFL seasons with the Rams, including in 2023 when he totaled 23 tackles in 17 games, with six starts. Reeder spent the 2022 season with the Chargers. He has appeared in 83 regular-season games with 31 starts. Reeder has …

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