The New York Jets’ roster was missing two Pro Bowlers when they opened their mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Robert Saleh, head coach of the New York Jets, said that both absences were not excused. Saleh said that he spoke with defensive tackle Haason reddick over the weekend. Reddick has been sitting out team activities as he seeks a new contract, …
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Hello, Caleb Williams: NFL Network’s live preseason schedule includes 3 Bears games
When six quarterbacks were selected with the first 12 picks of the NFL Draft, it made the league’s decisions on preseason programming pretty easy. The NFL Network announced its 21 preseason games that will be televised live this August, and it’s heavy on rookie quarterbacks. In particular, the league is obviously excited to promote Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, …
Read More »Texans WR Tank Dell opens up for first time about being shot: ‘Wrong place, wrong time’
Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell opened up on Sunday for the first time since he was shot in the leg at a Florida bar. Dell, who avoided life-threatening injuries in the mass shooting, spoke about the incident while joining quarterback C.J. Stroud on the “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” podcast. He described the situation as “wrong place, wrong time.” …
Read More »Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice says he’s trying to ‘mature’ and ‘grow’ after offseason incidents
Kansas City Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice spoke publicly on Saturday for the first time during a turbulent offseason of legal troubles that has him facing a likely suspension by the NFL. In April, Rice was arrested for his involvement in a multi-car crash while racing a Lamborghini in northeast Dallas. He currently faces eight felony charges related to the crash …
Read More »Giants TE Darren Waller retires after 1 season with team, describes scary medical situation that preceded decision
Former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller has retired from the NFL at 31 years old after a single season with the New York Giants. Waller informed the Giants of his decision prior to the start of their minicamp, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports. The Giants confirmed his retirement in a statement Sunday afternoon. “We have great respect for Darren …
Read More »With Mike Tomlin’s Steelers extension signed, the Russell Wilson vs. Justin Fields QB battle begins
One significant order of Pittsburgh Steelers business is squared away for the 2024 NFL season. Another is just beginning the sorting process, even if the franchise continues to insist otherwise. That’s how Pittsburgh is moving into its most pivotal practices of the offseason, getting ahead of this week’s full-squad minicamp — and a quarterback battle between Russell Wilson and Justin …
Read More »Nick Sirianni to Giants fans who hassle him about Saquon Barkley: “I got your best player”
The Eagles currently are conducting their first mandatory minicamp of coach Nick Sirianni’s tenure; he’d previously not conducted one. For his inaugural mandatory offseason session, Sirianni has former Giants running back Saquon Barkley in the fold. “It’s really nice to see him in green,” Sirianni told reporters on Tuesday. “And I know, you know, it’s really nice to see him …
Read More »Chiefs DE BJ Thompson ‘headed in the absolutely right direction’ after suffering seizure, cardiac arrest
BJ Thompson was drafted by the Chiefs in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Stephen F. Austin and Baylor. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File) Kansas City Chiefs defensive end BJ Thompson is awake and improving, according to Rick Burkholder, the team’s vice president of sports medicine and performance. Thompson, 25, reportedly suffered a seizure and cardiac …
Read More »Paul Maurice, Panthers head coach and hockey lifer, seeks first Stanley Cup: ‘I need to win one’
Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice got his start behind an NHL bench with the Hartford Whalers in 1995. (Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images) Paul Maurice has been around the NHL for a very long time, which would make it seem like he’s older than his 57 years. The Florida Panthers head coach has been behind NHL benches …
Read More »Colts Pro Bowler, NFLPA rep Ryan Kelly calls out Roger Goodell, blasts talk of 18-game schedule: ‘Absolutely not’
The NFL has been testing the public-relations waters in floating an 18-game schedule. Ryan Kelly is here for the counterpoint. The Pro Bowl center and NFLPA representative for the Indianapolis Colts spoke candidly against an expanded schedule on Wednesday. He’s “absolutely not” interested in an 18-game slate or commissioner Roger Goodell’s effort’s to push one. Colts NFLPA rep Ryan Kelly …
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