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In overtime of a playoff loss in January of 2020, Bills lineman Cody Ford was
hit with a huge penalty for an illegal blindside block that knocked Buffalo
out of field goal range. At the time, rules experts...
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Michael David Smith
Titans running back Derrick Henry wore the No. 2 jersey at Alabama and during
the preseason of his rookie year, so he might be a player who would
appreciate the new NFL rule proposal that would let running...
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Michael David Smith
During his first press conference on behalf of Texans quarterback Deshaun
Watson, attorney Rusty Hardin made a significant admission. Hardin
acknowledged that some of the massages Watson arranged eventually...
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Mike Florio
On Friday, attorney Rusty Hardin held his first press conference in
connection with the Deshaun Watson cases. Hardin, at the outset of the press
conference, acknowledged that he considered having Watson...
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Mike Florio
Earlier this week, former NFL defensive back Phillip Adams shot and killed
five people before killing himself. Adams’ father said that
“football messed him up.” Scientists will take a...
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Mike Florio
The Deshaun Watson controversy has resulted in someone losing his job, and it
wasn’t Deshaun Watson. Diana Moskovitz and Kalyn Kahler of Defector.com
report that Aaron Wilson no longer works for the...
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Mike Florio
Whether he retires, makes off-day trips to Los Angeles during the season, or
loads up with show tapings before training camp and during the bye week,
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers may soon have a...
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Mike Florio
For the NFLPA, in-season work stoppages don’t work, because no players
want to lose game checks. An offseason boycott also may not work, because
veterans players won’t want to risk losing the...
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Mike Florio
Amid reports that Washington is considering trading their entire 2021 draft
slate to move up and select NDSU QB Trey Lance, Mike Florio and Myles Simmons
argue that the idea isn't as crazy as it sounds.
The NFL Players Association continues to push back against the NFL’s
desire for in-person workouts this spring. The union wants an all-virtual
offseason, arguing it is the smartest and safest approach...
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Charean Williams
Inspired by The Masters, Mike Florio and Myles Simmons select current or
former NFL players and coaches who would make up the best golf foursome.
The Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office confirmed to WDAF-TV that it is
reviewing the crash involving former Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid for
charges. The review began this week, and the prosecutor’s...
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Charean Williams
According to a report, at least one owner drafting in the top-10 is hesitant
to select a player who opted out of the college season. Mike Florio and Myles
Simmons discuss how opt outs could impact prospects...
As Deshaun Watson's attorney, Rusty Hardin, finally breaks his silence and
speaks to the press, Mike Florio and Myles Simmons find the arguments from
Watson's camp lacking in the face of 22 accusers.
News came March 18 that Jaguars left tackle Cam Robinson would sign his
franchise tag, but it didn’t become official until Friday. Robinson
finally has signed the tender, according to the NFL’s...
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Charean Williams
Safety Karl Joseph is officially back with the Raiders. Joseph spent four
years with the team before leaving for Cleveland as a free agent last year.
Joseph was back for a visit with the team this week,...
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Josh Alper
Two judges have ruled that most of the plaintiffs suing Deshaun Watson must
identify themselves, while Rusty Harden accuses Tony Buzbee of using
women’s anonymity to “kill the reputation of our client.”
The Texans drafted Lonnie Johnson in the second round in 2019 to play corner.
He moved to safety full time last season. New defensive coordinator Lovie
Smith expects to keep Johnson at safety. “Lonnie...
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Charean Williams
Cornerback Nate Hairston appeared on Thursday’s transaction wire
because the Broncos released him and he was back on it Friday. Mike Klis of
KUSA reported that Hairston’s release was a “...
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Josh Alper
Patrick Peterson, a cornerback who was chosen to eight Pro Bowls over a
10-year career in Arizona, left the Cardinals this offseason. Malcolm Butler,
a cornerback who’s had plenty of success in the...
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Michael David Smith
The Patriots waived offensive guard Ross Reynolds on Friday, according to the
NFL’s transactions report. Reynolds, 25, has never appeared in an NFL
regular-season game. The Patriots activated him from...
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Charean Williams
Devin and Jason McCourty reveal that it was a "real scare" when Cam Newton
tested positive for COVID-19 and share the challenges and sacrifices NFL
players must accept to remain safe for their families and...
On the heels of a pair of victories in court on the question of whether the
women suing Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson would be required to disclose
their names, attorney Rusty Hardin held a press...
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Mike Florio
The Steelers have added another player on the defensive side of the ball. The
team announced the signing of defensive end T.J. Carter on Friday afternoon.
They also signed linebacker Jamir Jones earlier...
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Josh Alper
Mac Jones may be the clear favorite to go third overall to the 49ers, but
even the team’s assistants aren’t certain who the team will take.
General Manager John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan...
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Charean Williams
It remains unknown why former NFL defensive back Phillip Adams shot and
killed a prominent South Carolina doctor, his wife, two grandchildren, and
another person. A new report supplies a potential motive....
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Mike Florio
Ball State cornerback Antonio Phillips did not work out at the school’s
pro day today. Phillips’ agent, Ross Jones, told Mike Garafolo of NFL
Media that Phillips underwent a microdiscectomy on...
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Charean Williams
The Ravens will be meeting with one of the top free agent pass rushers next
week. According to multiple reports, Justin Houston will be in Baltimore to
visit with the team next Tuesday. Houston was No. 65...
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Josh Alper
The Washington Football Team cleared some space on the roster Friday. The
team announced that they have cut five players. Defensive tackle Caleb
Brantley, wide receiver Emanuel Hall, running back Javon...
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Josh Alper
The Jaguars have brought back one of their own free agents for depth along
the defensive line. Jacksonville announced the signing of defensive tackle
Daniel Ross to a one-year deal on Friday. He had gone on...
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Myles Simmons
The Bengals are bringing back a former member of their coaching staff in a
new role. Louie Cioffi has been hired as a defensive quality control coach.
Cioffi was on the team’s staff from 1997 to 2010...
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Josh Alper
The Bears have brought back one of their exclusive rights free agents,
re-signing defensive back Michael Joseph on Friday. Joseph has not appeared
in a regular-season game, but has been with the club since...
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Myles Simmons
Trey Lance will throw for NFL teams once more before the upcoming draft. Per
ESPN’s Chris Mortensen, Lance has scheduled his second Pro Day for
Monday, April 19 — 10 days before teams select in the...
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Myles Simmons
Damarious Randall will be staying in Seattle, but he’ll be playing a
new role in 2021. The Seahawks announced that they have re-signed Randall on
Friday. They also announced that Randall will be...
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Josh Alper
One of the staples of draft season is hearing analysts compare this
year’s crop of prospect to past and future NFL players at the same
position. Former Alabama running back Najee Harris is the subject...
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Josh Alper
Barring a settlement, more of the unnamed plaintiffs who are suing Texans
quarterback Deshaun Watson will be required to attach their names to their
cases. Following a Friday morning ruling that one of the...
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Mike Florio
Falcons G.M. Terry Fontenot and coach Arthur Smith are divided on what to do
with the fourth overall pick. Unless they aren’t. D. Orlando Ledbetter
of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that...
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Mike Florio
At 5-foot-10 and 180 pounds. Florida State cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.
acknowledges that he might not have the ideal size teams are looking for, but
he believes his tape tells the story of what kind of...
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Michael David Smith
Much has to happen before Deshaun Watson could be traded, especially if
he’s going to be traded at or around the 2021 draft. If, somehow,
Watson manages to properly and appropriately settle the 22...
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Mike Florio
Mike Florio and Peter King draft which NFL teams are justified to still be
upset about certain games they lost, featuring the Saints loss to the Rams
and the Raiders loss to the Patriots.
Mike Florio and Peter King play 'What doesn't belong and why' with QBs on
one-year deals, QB whispers with Tom Brady and more.
The Chiefs got involved late in the running for receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster.
The recruiting effort, which included coach Andy Reid texting photos of a
Lombardi Trophy, didn’t keep Smith-Schuster from...
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Mike Florio
The Texans brought in linebacker Jordan Jenkins on a two-year deal worth $6
million last month, one of the many free agent deals the club made to start
General Manager Nick Caserio’s tenure. But Jenkins...
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Myles Simmons
49ers defensive end Nick Bosa said in February that he will return from last
year’s torn ACL better than ever and he’s showing the work that
he’s putting in to make that happen. Bosa has...
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Josh Alper
The week began with Ohio State coach Ryan Day questioning whether players who
opted out of the 2020 college season love football. The week is ending with
chatter regarding whether one or more NFL teams will...
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Mike Florio
Mike Florio and Peter King recap all the biggest headlines from the last week
in the NFL, including Justin Fields' draft stock, Sam Darnold going to the
Panthers and more.
Peter King and Mike Florio look at the steps the Jets took to figure out that
Sam Darnold wasn't their franchise QB, why Zach Wilson is their likely pick
at No. 2 and more.
Peter King and Mike Florio look at what could be next for Julian Edelman with
knee issues lingering for the Patriots' receiver.
With Matt Ryan set to play in his 14th season, Mike Florio and Peter King
discuss the possibility of the Falcons using their 4th overall pick on a QB.
Mike Florio and Peter King discuss the 49ers' decision not to grill Nick
Saban during Mac Jones' pro day.
Mike Florio and Peter King discuss Trevor Lawrence's decision to skip medical
exams in Indianapolis ahead of the NFL Draft.
Mike Florio and Peter King break down the latest news surrounding Deshaun
Watson's legal situation as the Texans QB's attorney wants the names of the
accusers to be public.
Peter King and Mike Florio look at how the 2021 NFL Draft is providing even
more uncertainty for NFL teams this year than last year.