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Filling some key needs in latest Eagles-only mock draft

Filling some key needs in latest Eagles-only mock draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The NFL draft is getting closer and the Eagles have three picks in the first two rounds. Even after their trade with the Steelers to acquire Kenny Pickett, the Eagles have eight picks in the upcoming draft and plenty of options that can help the …

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NFL approves controversial ban for hip-drop tackles. What it means

NFL approves controversial ban for hip-drop tackles. What it means originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The NFL is eliminating the hip-drop tackle. NFL team owners on Monday unanimously approved a rule that bans players from using a swivel technique to tackle an opponent. A violation will result in a 15-yard penalty and could ultimately result …

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NHL playoff standings: Who will win the Central Division crown?

Tim Kavanagh, ESPN.comMar 26, 2024, 07:00 AM ET CloseTim Kavanagh is a senior editor for ESPN digital editorial. He’s a native of upstate New York. The race for the regular-season division titles is down to two teams in the Atlantic and Metro, and perhaps already won by the Vancouver Canucks in the Pacific. But the Central is our focus today, …

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Les Snead says Stetson Bennett is set to return for offseason workouts

Quarterback Stetson Bennett is on track to return to the Rams. Via multiple reporters, Los Angeles General Manager Les Snead said on Monday that the plan is to “onboard” Bennett for the team’s offseason program next month. Bennett has been working out in Dallas with a private instructor. Bennett, 26, was placed on the non-football injury/illness list just after the …

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Top NHL prospects to watch in the 2024 NCAA hockey tournament

Greg Wyshynski, ESPNMar 26, 2024, 07:30 AM ET CloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. Everywhere that Boston College coach Greg Brown looks, he sees NHL-level talent. It’s not just on his own roster, where highly touted prospects like Cutter Gauthier (Anaheim Ducks) and Will Smith (San Jose Sharks) helped power the Eagles to the No. 1 seed in the …

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Texans agree to deal with Myles Bryant

Cornerback Myles Bryant is headed to Houston. Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports that Bryant has agreed to sign with the Texans. No terms of the deal were included in the report. Bryant signed with the Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2020 and spent the last four seasons with the team. Texans General Manager Nick Caserio …

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Jim Harbaugh: Chargers could get top non-quarterback in NFL draft

Since the Chargers already have their quarterback, coach Jim Harbaugh says he can pick the best other position player in the draft with the fifth pick. Quarterbacks are potentially going to be the top four picks. (Phelan M. Ebenhack / Associated Press) The buzz has grown only louder with each passing day, the idea that next month quarterbacks could be …

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If Patriots trade down, what are the odds they hit on WR and OT?

If Patriots trade down, what are the odds they hit on WR and OT? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Jerod Mayo made it very clear Monday morning: He and the Patriots are open for business when it comes to trading their No. 3 overall draft choice. They haven’t committed to taking a quarterback at this point, he said, and …

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Giants’ Darren Waller still undecided about playing or retiring

Giants tight end Darren Waller remains “undecided” about whether he’ll play this season or retire, GM Joe Schoen said on Monday. Earlier this month, Waller opened up on why he’s contemplating retirement, with the 31-year-old noting that his decision would come soon. “I’m undecided at the moment,” Waller told The Athletic. “It’s really the idea of signing up for another journey. It’s …

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Why Reid believes 49ers QB Purdy has things ‘under control’

Why Reid believes 49ers QB Purdy has things ‘under control’ originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area ORLANDO, Fla. — Super Bowl-winning coach Andy Reid has the quarterback generally regarded as the best in the game. He emerged from Super Bowl LVIII with an appreciation for the 49ers quarterback, too. Super Bowl Most Valuable Player Patrick Mahomes threw for 333 …

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Why Harbaugh faced greater NFL challenge with 49ers in 2011

Why Harbaugh faced greater NFL challenge with 49ers in 2011 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area ORLANDO, Fla. — Thirteen years ago, Jim Harbaugh entered the NFL head-coaching ranks at an extreme disadvantage. This time, Harbaugh is not facing nearly the same challenges as a first-year head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers. On Monday at the NFL Annual …

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Why Bills’ McDermott believes Floyd is ‘great addition’ for 49ers

Why Bills’ McDermott believes Floyd is ‘great addition’ for 49ers originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area ORLANDO, Fla. — Leonard Floyd spent only one season in Buffalo, but Monday at the NFL Annual Meeting, Bills coach Sean McDermott explained how the now-49ers pass rusher positively impacted his team in such a short span. “One of my guys right there,” …

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