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New England Patriots
Pats Pulpit
2 months ago
New England Patriots

If this Patriots rebuild doesn't work, there's only one person left to blame

The New England Patriots are facing the challenge of replacing both Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, the greatest quarterback and head coach of all time.
The Patriots had the opportunity to draft Jalen Hurts as a potential replacement for Brady but chose to stick with the status quo.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots among teams interested in DeAndre Hopkins, per report

The old "Where there's smoke there's fire" does not always apply to the NFL.Will apply to the New England Patriots and DeAndre Hopkins, though?The team of head coach Bill Belichick has been linked to the star wide receiver throughout the offseason, and with him recently released by the Arizona Cardinals there appears to be a chance that it will indeed go after him.
Musket Fire
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots' QB reportedly willing to change positions if needed

Not to be outshined by all the excitement of the NFL draft, the Patriots signed their first UDFA, quarterback Malik Cunningham, to the most lucrative deal the team has ever given to an undrafted player shortly after the draft ended.It was the only quarterback the team signed over the weekend, which to some, was a bit of a surprise after a chaotic start to the offseason.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Why Devin McCourty is preaching patience with Mac Jones and the Patriots

Patriots "I just think he's gonna skyrocket."After a tumultuous 2022 season where New England's offense severely regressed, Mac Jones has been a target for criticism entering his third season with the Patriots.But the 24-year-old quarterback has one steadfast supporter in recently retired captain Devin McCourty.
Boston.com
1 year ago
New England Patriots

'Brotherly love, baby': Readers are backing the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII

Readers Say Forty-five percent of Boston.comvoters sided with Philadelphia while just 18 percent backed Kansas City.Super Bowl LVII will be a matchup between the Chiefs and Eagles and with the Patriots out of contention, we wanted to know how Boston.comreaders felt about the game.New England has plenty of experience against both of these franchises.
Musket Fire
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Lessons Patriots can learn from the Super Bowl 57 teams

The New England Patriots should take some careful notes based on the two teams duking it out for the Super Bowl 57 trophy.There are some obvious lessons to be learned from the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles being in the Super Bowl.Each team excels in a few things that have greatly helped them get to this point.
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San Francisco 49ers
49ers Webzone
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers' Nick Bosa about to encounter new-and-improved Kyler Murray

Nick Bosa endorses Fred Warner for annual NFL Defensive Player of the Year award.
The San Francisco 49ers adopt a containment strategy to limit Jalen Hurts' rushing ability.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Bosa believes 49ers provided Cowboys blueprint to beating Eagles

The San Francisco 49ers believe they found a way to limit the effectiveness of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.
The key to limiting Hurts' effectiveness is to prevent him from escaping the pocket and using his speed for big-yardage scrambles.
Jalen Hurts' average time from snap to release was 3.72s against the 49ers — the second longest mark of any NFL QB this season.

That's how well SF's DBs covered — and that was the plan, since the 49ers focused on containment with their pass rush:

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The Athletic
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Nick Bosa and the 49ers executed a team-first defensive game plan in Philadelphia

The San Francisco 49ers had success in limiting Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles offense in the NFC Championship Game.
The 49ers focused on preventing Hurts from running and rushed him in a disciplined manner.
49ers Webzone
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Tough assignment: How Nick Bosa and the 49ers defense limited Jalen Hurts

The San Francisco 49ers defense adopted a containment strategy against the Philadelphia Eagles to limit Jalen Hurts' running ability.
The defense prioritized preventing Hurts from exploiting them with his legs over aggressively pursuing sacks.
The Athletic
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Nick Bosa and the 49ers executed a team-first defensive game plan in Philadelphia

The San Francisco 49ers had success in limiting Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles offense in the NFC Championship Game.
The 49ers focused on preventing Hurts from running and rushed him in a disciplined manner.
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Shanahan details challenge 49ers face vs. Hurts, Eagles' offense

The Philadelphia Eagles have been the most successful team in the NFL since the start of the 2022 season.
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan praises Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and highlights his skills as a runner and passer.
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49ers Webzone
3 months ago
Podcast

No Huddle Podcast: 49ers Smell Revenge With 94 WIP's Eliot Shorr-Parks

Discussion on Jalen Hurts' performance
Analysis of the 49ers' strategy against the Eagles
Predictions for the game
ESPN.com
9 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

19 NFL stars who could get massive contracts this summer: Everything we know about negotiations

As we move through NFL mandatory minicamps this month and gear up for the start of 2023 training camps at the end of July, a handful of big-name players are amid negotiations for new contracts.So we checked in around the league on where things stand for 19 stars who could get paid this summer.Could Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow reset the quarterback market after Jalen Hurts signed a $255 million extension in April and Lamar Jackson re-upped with Baltimore for $260 million over five years?
National Football League
FanSided
9 months ago
National Football League

Kirk Cousins caught a vicious stray in the Madden 24 trailer

The winner of Madden 24 is all too obvious: Josh Allen.The loser is a fellow NFL quarterback who body-slammed by the Madden 24 trailer: Kirk Cousins.Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins could hardly be considered the villain of the NFL.So why did Madden 24 have to do him so dirty?The trailer for Madden 24 came out on Wednesday afternoon, and it showed some of the league's most beloved players in their natural element.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Joe Burrow could take a page out of Tom Brady's championship playbook, but should he?

Joe Burrow must decide if he will go the route of Tom Brady to try to win championships or if he will take all the money he has rightfully earned as the face of the Cincinnati Bengals franchise.With Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson getting paid, that means Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert will be the next two quarterbacks getting big money for the first time.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

DeAndre Hopkins adds kerosene to Ravens trade rumors

DeAndre Hopkins threw firewood on his trade rumors after listing the quarterbacks he'd like to work with in the future, one of which was Ravens' Lamar Jackson.When the Arizona Cardinals started their OTAs today, one player was noticeably missing: DeAndre Hopkins.OTAs are considered voluntary, and just because a player opts out doesn't necessarily mean they're unhappy with their current situation.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Nakobe Dean perfectly explains Howie Roseman's draft affinity for Georgia

Nakobe Dean peeled back the curtain as to why Philadelphia Eagles general manager and noted Florida alum Howie Roseman drafts so many Georgia Bulldogs.Former Georgia great Nakobe Dean has a great explanation as to why Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman drafts so many Dawgs, despite being a Florida Gator himself.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Jalen Hurts can't stop winning at life, graduates with Masters from Oklahoma

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had quite the year, and he added to it by earning his Master's degree from Oklahoma University.No one has had a better year than Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.He had a record-breaking performance in Super Bowl 57.He nearly helped the team win their second-ever Lombardi Trophy.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Donna Kelce reveals latest Kansas City Chiefs schedule leaks

In a world of Adam Schefters and Pat McAfees, there's one NFL source who just might be the most genuine of the bunch: Chiefs and Eagles joint fan Donna Kelce.Schefty, you've got competition.Famous NFL mom Donna Kelce, mother of Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, is doing the Lord's work by leaking certain parts of her sons' schedules.
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FanSided
9 months ago
National Football League

Trade regrade: Inside Eagles failed attempt to land Russell Wilson

Did Russell Wilson turn down a trade to the Philadelphia Eagles?One NFL insider suggests so.Of course, Russell Wilson was eventually traded to the Denver Broncos, where he struggled mightily last season under one-and-done head coach Nathaniel Hackett.Sean Payton has since been brought in to rebuild the offensive system with Wilson behind center.
Editor In Leaf
10 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs: Joseph Woll Should Be 2023-24 Starting Goaltender

If the Toronto Maple Leafs want to maximize their salary-cap next season, they should name Joseph Woll their starting goaltender .The 24-year-old only has 15 career starts with the Toronto Maple Leafs, but as shown by his play during in the playoffs, he's ready to make the leap to starter.If the Leafs did nothing with their goaltending next season and went with Matt Murray and Woll, they'd be tied up for roughly $5.4M in goaltending expenses next year.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Jonathan Jones, Patriots' defensive coaches excited about addition of Christian Gonzalez

Leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft, many projected cornerback Christian Gonzalez to be gone long before the New England Patriots were on the clock at pick No. 14.However, as teams made their first-round selections, Gonzalez fell right into the Patriots lap - even after the team traded down to pick No. 17 before selecting him.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Eagles land ideal backup quarterback as Jalen Hurts insurance

The Philadelphia Eagles are replacing Gardner Minshew II with Marcus Mariota as Jalen Hurts' backup quarterback.Although this move is not one that really moves the needle, the Philadelphia Eagles have acquired decent Jalen Hurts insurance in the form of Marcus Mariota.The former Heisman Trophy winner out of Oregon and No. 2 pick by the Tennessee Titans spent last season with the Atlanta Falcons where he went 5-8 as the starter.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Chiefs radio call of Super Bowl scoop-and-score is all you need

The Chiefs radio call of Nick Bolton's Super Bowl scoop-and-score will let Kansas City fans relive the epic moment in a new way.The biggest play of the first half of Super Bowl 57 was undoubtedly Nick Bolton's scoop-and-score after Jalen Hurts put the ball on the ground.The Chiefs linebacker was in the right place at the right time and made the Eagles quarterback pay for his mistake, grabbing the ball and taking it to the endzone for a 36-yard score.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

3 Eagles offensive coordinator replacements with Shane Steichen leaving

Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator and Dax Shepard look-alike Shane Steichen has officially been named head coach of the Indianapolis Colts in 2023.It's an unsurprising hire for the Colts, who have loved dipping into the Eagles' coaching pool for the past several years now, and it's just as unsurprising for the Eagles who are coming off a dominant Super Bowl run.
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FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

3 teams whose Super Bowl odds will improve by signing DeAndre Hopkins

Breaking news hit the NFL world on Friday when it was announced that DeAndre Hopkins has been released by the Arizona Cardinals.There were rumors that DeAndre Hopkins wanted a split from the Cardinals, with most people assuming a trade would happen at some point.Now, instead of a trade, Hopkins will have his choice of where he ends up.
Boston.com
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Oregon's head coach has high praise for Patriots' first-round pick Christian Gonzalez

Patriots "If you were building a player in Madden, you'd create them very similar to Christian."It wasn't a surprise that Christian Gonzalez was taken in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft.Beyond his impressive stats with the Ducks last season, the 20-year-old defensive back fits the profile of a No. 1 boundary corner at the next level.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

NFL Rumors: Joe Burrow contract gets major hints dropped

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is now eligible to ink a contract extension, and based on recent reports, he's leaning more toward the team-friendly kind.The Cincinnati Bengals know what's coming: a massive contract for the one and only, Joe Burrow.The former Comeback Player of the Year and future MVP contender is the reason the Bengals have advanced to at least the AFC Championship round in the last two years, and whether it's now or later, Burrow is going to get paid.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Taylor Swift ends all debate: She's an Eagles fan, y'all

The greatest female pop star of this generation is an Eagles fan - the team, not the band.Her merch sales outpace those of Jalen Hurts and any other Eagles player.She can pack every single seat in Lincoln Financial Field and still have fans screaming for more.She's arguably the greatest female pop star of this generation, and she's a loyal Philadelphia Eagles fan.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

ESPN analyst fires off incomprehensible Justin Fields hot take

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky is driving the Justin Fields hype train off the tracks in only early May.Justin Fields could turn out to be a mighty fine player for the Chicago Bears, but let's slow down a minute on him being an NFL MVP candidate this season, alright.A lot of people are drinking the Bears' Kool-Aid this offseason, including ESPN's Dan Orlovsky.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Chargers GM already backtracking on Justin Herbert extension

The Chargers have their franchise quarterback in Justin Herbert, and whether they like it or not, they're going to have to pay him like one.One would imagine that Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is sitting back in his lawn chair right now happily watching this offseason unfold.In the last month, Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts and Baltimore Ravens' Lamar Jackson each got their mega-deals, and their extensions have set a new benchmark for the quarterback market.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

One graphic proves just how large the gap between AFC and NFC is

The AFC is widely considered the superior NFL conference - and this graphic is the perfect illustration.The Kansas City Chiefs and the AFC reigned supreme in the 2023 Super Bowl.The Philadelphia Eagles, meanwhile, were sent home empty-handed after a heartbreaking defeat.It set the stage perfectly for another summer of debate: which NFL conference is superior?
Boston.com
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Jonathan Jones, the elder statesman in Patriots' secondary, is ready to lead New England's next wave of talent

Patriots "We need all the help that we can get.We've had a lot of transition at the position over the last few years."Jonathan Jones doesn't feel like a grizzled veteran, not at 29 years old.But with longtime captain Devin McCourty calling it a career earlier this year, Jones now finds himself as the longest-tenured player in the Patriots' secondary.
ProFootballTalk
10 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Dak Prescott: I trust my agent, Cowboys to get an extension done when it's time - ProFootballTalk

It took almost two years before Dak Prescott got his second contract, signing a four-year, $160 million contract in March 2021.That deal runs through 2024.The Cowboys would have saved money doing Prescott's second contract sooner than later.They will save money doing his third contract sooner than later.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Dak Prescott got a trophy at Super Bowl 57, the Eagles didn't and Cowboys fans love it

The Eagles walked out of Super Bowl 57 empty-handed but Dak Prescott got a trophy, which Cowboys fans are absolutely loving as they trolled Philly.Especially after the Divisional Round loss to the 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles fans have been pounding their chests at rival Dallas Cowboys fans for weeks.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys' Jayron Kearse dances on Eagles, Nick Sirianni's grave after Super Bowl loss

Dallas Cowboys fans simply couldn't have the hated Philadelphia Eagles win their second Super Bowl in five seasons.The offseason would've been insufferable, largely due to Eagles fans, who showed their class by booing Dak Prescott as he accepted the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award before kickoff, and Nick Sirianni being as corny and pompous as humanly possible both on the sidelines and behind the microphone.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Giants are about to talk themselves into worst QB contract of all time

The New York Giants are about to sign up for one of the worst, if not the worst quarterback contract in NFL history.Daniel Jones boldly asked for a minimum of $45 million this offseason.At first, we laughed.Then, after a while, the New York Giants looked around the room and considered what the alternatives were, and they said, "you know what, we'll take a walk in that park."
ProFootballTalk
10 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys expect to get extensions with all their stars - ProFootballTalk

The Cowboys almost always manage to find a way to keep the players they really want to keep, but they now face their biggest salary cap challenge ever.Receiver CeeDee Lamb and cornerback Trevon Diggs are eligible for second contracts.Quarterback Dak Prescott will need a third contract, and edge rusher Micah Parsons deserves to become one of the highest-paid defensive players a year from now.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Jason Kelce's criticism of Cowboys' Jerry Jones looks foolish after Brandin Cooks trade

Most of the criticism Jerry Jones has taken over the year s has been warranted.Assuming he's manning the controls, or is at least co-piloting the Dallas Cowboys' offseason, though, Jones is working his way towards an owed apology, if he hasn't already reached that point.There's still work that needs to be done, but the Cowboys have hardly put a foot wrong this offseason and they made another statement move early Sunday by striking a trade for Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Micah Parsons clarifies apparent Twitter shot at Cowboys' Dak Prescott contract

The Dallas Cowboys have an all-world stud on their hands in Micah Parsons.After another exemplary season rushing opposing QBs, Parsons joined Hall of Fame linebacker Lawrence Taylor as the second defensive player since the the 1970 merger to be named a first-team All-Pro in their first two seasons.While Parsons makes headlines by living in opponent's backfields, his social media game is as good as they come among NFL players.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

3 teams screwed the hardest by the 2023 NFL schedule

The NFL officially unveiled their 2023 schedules, and these three teams have tough hills to climb if they plan on making the playoffs.Not too long after the NFL Draft was held, fans got an idea of their team's chances heading into the 2023 season.Last Thursday, the NFL officially unveiled its schedules for the upcoming campaign.
Pats Pulpit
1 year ago
New England Patriots

New England Patriots links 2/20/23 - Time to ditch the 'Trade Mac Jones' talk

TEAM TALK LOCAL LINKS

Mike Reiss shares some quick-hit weekend thoughts: Bill O'Brien brings QB-friendly offense for Patriots, Mac Jones; Matt Judon on what stood out at the Super Bowl; Franchise tag window opens Tuesday; Tyquan Thornton back in town; More.Steve Balestrieri (PatsFans) Sunday Patriots News: Matthew Slater returning; The Patriots have a difficult decision to make on how to proceed with Harris, whose fourth season was marred by injuries; More.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Packers perfect offseason plan in 3 steps

As they enter a key crossroads, let's take a look at the perfect offseason plan for the Green Bay Packers.There are a variety of paths that the Green Bay Packers could take this offseason.They could reload at key positions and attempt to compete for a title.They could launch a full-scale rebuild and trade big-name veterans.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
San Francisco 49ers

NFL execs make predictions for 2023: Forecasting landing spots for top QBs and big names

Jan 24, 2023



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The 2022 NFL offseason was one of the wildest in recent memory.The Seattle Seahawks stepped out boldly (or clairvoyantly?) and traded Russell Wilson, considered at the time a top passer in his prime.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
National Football League

4 Young QBs Will Decide the N.F.L. Playoffs

Sara ZieglerReporting for the Sports desk Sara ZieglerReporting for the Sports desk Matt Slocum/Associated Press Tom Brady limped out of the playoffs, and Aaron Rodgers didn't even make it in.But never fear: A new guard is taking over.After years of quarterbacks in their 30s (and 40s!) dominating the N.F.L., the final four in this postseason are all in their 20s.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Bryce Young disappears behind Panthers' offensive line at first practice

Carolina Panthers' first-round pick Bryce Young looked even smaller during his first practice.It may not have been in pads, but Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young looked well under 6-feet during his first practice with the team.Height was always going to be a sticking point in Young's evaluation coming out of Alabama.
Dabearsblog
10 months ago
Chicago Bears

Fields in Focus (8/8): Final Takeaways and the Future Outlook

Johnathan Wood | May 12th, 2023
Today is the last of eight articles taking a closer look at Justin Fields' 2022 season.Lessons Learned
Let's start with a brief recap of some of the main takeaways from the series so far:


Fields experienced moderate growth as a passer from his rookie season but did not make "the leap" that you typically see from great quarterbacks in year two.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Jalen Hurts made Alabama history in Super Bowl with shocking feat

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts had a memorable Super Bowl 57 performance, and he completed a shocking feat for a former Alabama player.On Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, Super Bowl 57 took place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battled to win the coveted Lombardi Trophy.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
San Francisco 49ers

NFL experts predict: Who wins next year's Super Bowl? Who is the top MVP candidate?

The NFL offseason is here.And even though the Kansas City Chiefs were just crowned the Super Bowl LVII champions on Sunday, we are already looking ahead to next year's title game in Las Vegas -- and how the 2023 season might play out.There is still a lot of change coming, and teams will improve or decline over the coming months.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

This outside-the-box hire would be absolute fire for Alabama and Jalen Milroe

Nick Saban hiring former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman to replace Bill O'Brien would be brilliant for Alabama QB Jalen Milroe's growth and development as an SEC quarterback.Alabama head coach Nick Saban needs to replace Bill O'Brien, but one outside-the-box hire could be the best thing to ever happen to Jalen Milroe.
Dabearsblog
10 months ago
Chicago Bears

Fields in Focus (4/8): Fields Under Pressure

Johnathan Wood | May 8th, 2023
Today is the fourth of eight articles taking a closer look at Justin Fields' 2022 season.All data comes from Pro Football Focus (PFF) unless otherwise noted, and Fields' per-snap stats are only from Week 5 on, as was explained in part one of this series.(Volume stats are still season-long for an easy comparison to other QBs.)
Pressure Frequency
Like we saw in his rookie season, Fields was under heavy pressure in 2022.
Dabearsblog
1 year ago
Chicago Bears

Dannehy: Four Things to Watch at Combine

Andrew Dannehy | March 1st, 2023
With the first pick and the possibility of getting more selections, all eyes are going to be on the Chicago Bears in Indianapolis this weekend.In the second year of the Ryan Poles and Matt Eberflus regime, we have a better idea of what kind of players the team is looking to add.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Cowboys: Micah Parsons has nothing but praise for Mazi Smith

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons had heavy praise for the team's first-round pick and defensive tackle Mazi Smith.The Dallas Cowboys held the 26th overall pick in this year's NFL Draft, and there was a variety of directions the team could go in terms of which player to pick.With the top wide receivers, running back Bijan Robinson and Utah tight end Dalton Kincaid off the board, the Cowboys opted to use their selection on Michigan defensive tackle Mazi Smith.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Lions see Jared Goff as the future, not Hendon Hooker

Jared Goff isn't going anywhere, yet.The Detroit Lions remain committed to him as the starting quarterback for 2023 and possibly beyond.Quarterback Jared Goff's future really hasn't changed since the 2023 NFL Draft.He's still the Detroit Lions' starting quarterback, and recent reports suggest he and the franchise are chugging along toward an imminent extension.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

Commanders rookie wants smoke from the Eagles he can't handle

Commanders rookie Emmanuel Forbes is ready to jump into the lion's den this upcoming season, but maybe he should be careful what he wishes for.The NFC East should be very scared.The Philadelphia Eagles have been not-so-quietly stockpiling weapons this offseason and in the draft for another Super Bowl run, and it's their division rivals who could get the worst beatings in 2023.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

Every NFL fan even more terrified of Eagles after trade up for Jalen Carter

The Eagles landed Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter in the 2023 NFL Draft.Fans think the rest of the league is going to regret letting that happen.The Philadelphia Eagles just made it to the Super Bowl, narrowly missing out on lifting the trophy themselves.They signed Jalen Hurts to a long-term deal and got Jason Kelce to swerve retirement for another season.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

NFL rumors: Eagles fans read into draft fashion for clue on first round pick

Eagles fans took notice when Bijan Robinson's mother turned up to the NFL Draft wearing midnight green after an NFL insider said to keep an eye on Philly.NFL Draft rumors are never hotter than the hours before the picks begin and that was no exception in 2023.News of Lamar Jackson's new contract was followed by conflicting reports over the Cardinals dealing DeAndre Hopkins to the Titans in a trade for the No. 3 overall pick.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

One QB training camp battle is already shaping up to be epic

The Colts are expecting veteran Gardner Minshew to give their future young quarterback a run for his money this offseason.Nothing like a classic rookie vs. veteran camp battle to get the NFL season underway.The Indianapolis Colts have a loitering question mark at the quarterback position, and depending on how their offseason plays out, they could feasibly name veteran Gardner Minshew as the Week 1 starter.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Former Eagle continues his anti-Philly tirade by subtly jabbing Jalen Hurts

Former Eagles defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson left Philly this offseason but couldn't help himself from taking a punch at quarterback Jalen Hurts.Philadelphia Eagles' C.J. Gardner-Johnson is what you might call an incendiary personality, so it's no surprise to see him make headlines yet again.The notorious trash-talker took a one-year dirt cheap deal with the Detroit Lions after it was clear the Eagles weren't planning to bring him back, and Gardner-Johnson is probably biting his tongue at how that played out.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Eagles prove they won't repeat crucial mistakes with 2023 free agent class

Good job by the Philadelphia Eagles in recognizing how they blew it in 2018 NFL free agency.The last time the Philadelphia Eagles played in the Super Bowl, they came up considerably short the following season.Philadelphia won Super Bowl 52 over the New England Patriots to finish the 2017 NFL season on the best of notes possible.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

NFL leaves 'push the tush' off list of rule proposals for next season

The NFL is going to let offensive linemen push ball carriers in the butt for a little while longer.While NFL offensive linemen are always looking for some tush to push, the shield isn't going to stop them anytime soon.Although the league removed any issues with players pushing a ball carrier way back in 2006, it was not until this past season that teams found a way to really make it work for them.
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Carving out the Washington Commanders 2023 NFL Draft blueprint

How could the Washington Commanders approach the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft as they look to make an immediate postseason return next season?We begin today's look at Washington Commanders' draft strategy with an adage from the world of poker.It goes like this (simplified for the sake of brevity):

Good poker players play the cards
Great poker players play their opponents
The best poker players play the money

It means that all good players know the percentages based on what they have in their hands, and really good ones exploit tells and patterns in their opponents.
Hogs Haven
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

All aTwitter: 21 February 2023

News, links to articles, updates and more from DC area writers and national sports journalists and others



The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a handy spot to check the Washington Commanders beat writers & bloggers, national sports journalists, and football fans in order to keep up on the latest news and opinions about Washington, the NFL, and sports in general, along with a smattering of other things.
Hogs Haven
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Pre-Draft Trade Stories: Brown Breaks Out

This is the second in a series of 2023 pre-draft explorations, looking across the NFL to see what offseason moves worked - and which didn't - in an attempt get a better handle on effective roster building.On the first day of the 2022 NFL Draft, April 28th, the Tennessee Titans - who had been in contract discussions for months with their young, star wide receiver, A.J. Brown - created a stir by sending him to the Philadelphia Eagles for two draft picks, #18(1st) and #101(3rd).
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

LAST CHANCE! FanDuel Promo Bet $5, Win $150 FREE Ends This Week

Just three NFL games remain and the Eagles are the final NFC East team standing.They'll take on the 49ers in the NFC Championship game and FanDuel Sportsbook has a spectacular promo you'll want to cash in on.If you bet $5 on ANY Eagles vs. 49ers bet, you'll win $150 GUARANTEED regardless of the outcome of your wager!
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

New BetMGM Maryland Offer: Get $1,000 Bet This Week Only

The hated Cowboys and Giants saw their season end in embarrassing fashion last weekend, but the Eagles' season marches on to the NFC Championship game against the 49ers.Kansas City hosts Cincinnati in the AFC, and you can win BIG on either matchup thanks to BetMGM.You've got a bet credit of up to $1,000 ready and waiting for you!
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Patrick Mahomes gives hilarious response to chasing Tom Brady

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had a funny response when asked about chasing Tom Brady in the Super Bowl.Weeks after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were eliminated in the Wild Card Round, quarterback Tom Brady announced his retirement from the NFL for the second time, but saying this time it was "for good."
The Ringer
1 year ago
Chicago Bulls

Where Do the Bulls Go From Here?

The Full Go returns as Jason goes in on the Bulls once again for their inexcusable effort after their loss against the Nets, who lost Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant this week (02:25).Next, he is joined by The Athletic 's Darnell Mayberry to discuss why the Bulls decided to remain quiet at the deadline, the hierarchy in the Bulls locker room, Kevin Durant to the Suns, the moves the Lakers made, and much more (17:50).
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Brittany Mahomes, Chiefs teammates and fans show Patrick Mahomes love after winning MVP

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes won his second league MVP on Thursday night, which puts him in exclusive company.It likely won't be his last.Patrick Mahomes led the NFL this season in passing yards (5,250), touchdown passes (41) and Total QBR (77.5), all the while leading Kansas City to a 14-3 regular season record and, eventually, a Super Bowl appearance all while standing on one leg.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Super Bowl 2023 prop bet mega guide (Best props for Chiefs vs. Eagles)

You want prop bets for the big game?We've got 'em.The Super Bowl is the best betting event of the year and there are an unlimited amount of prop bets that you can place for the big game.If you want prop bets to place, then you've certainly come to the right place.This is our mega guide for Super Bowl 57 prop bets.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Super Bowl 57 drinking game for Chiefs vs. Eagles

What better way to celebrate with friends enjoying Chiefs vs. Eagles than by enjoying the Super Bowl 57 drinking game as all the action unfolds?Chances are, you aren't going to be in Glendale to watch the Philadelphia Eagles face the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 57.Even if you are, though, there's a good chance that you're with good friends or family - and that some adult beverages will be involved.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

NFL rumors: Eagles may lose offensive, defensive coordinators after Super Bowl

The Eagles may very well win the Super Bowl, but they could lose both their offensive and defensive coordinators before the dust settles.In just a few hours, the Philadelphia Eagles will be taking on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.Win or lose, the offseason starts tomorrow and the Eagles have already gotten word that there may be some big changes on the horizon.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl 57 roster

Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl 57 roster.We're just hours away from Super Bowl 57 kick-off and the 53-man roster for both teams is set.The Kansas City Chiefs are facing the Philadelphia Eagles for a historic game before it even begins.For the first time in Super Bowl history, two Black men are starting quarterbacks (Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts).
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Andy Reid played a massive role in the Eagles making the Super Bowl

Andy Reid may have played a bigger part in the Philadelphia Eagles getting back to the Super Bowl than anyone even realizes.Whether he is leading the Kansas City Chiefs, or the Philadelphia Eagles long before that, Andy Reid certainly has a great eye for quarterback talent.Despite being fired by the Eagles over a decade ago now, Reid maintains a close relationship with Philadelphia general manager Howie Roseman.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Philadelphia cable outage on Super Bowl Sunday sends Eagles fans into tailspin

Eagles fans eager to watch their team in the Super Bowl are getting put through the wringer because of a Philadelphia cable outage.It's Super Bowl Sunday.Eagles fans have been eagerly awaiting the chance to watch their team take on the Chiefs for the ultimate crown in football.The snacks are ready.The jerseys are on.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

NFL scripted lives on as Eagles screwed by holding call in Super Bowl

The Philadelphia Eagles lost Super Bowl 57 in frustrating fashion as the refs called a questionable holding penalty on James Bradberry.The phrase "NFL scripted" was trending after the Chiefs beat the Bengals in the AFC Championship Game.It's going to be trending again because of the way Super Bowl 57 between the Chiefs and Eagles ended.
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1 year ago
National Football League

James Bradberry ended every NFL rigged argument with 1 simple comment

Eagles cornerback James Bradberry was bluntly honest with reporters after his holding penalty all but decided the Super Bowl against the Chiefs.NFL officiating controversies are basically the bread and butter of the postseason at this point.Few games go by without some sort of disagreement over a key call.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl merchandise: Get your Super Bowl 57 gear now

Kansas City Chiefs fans will be looking to gear up after watching their team win Super Bowl 57.Here's how to get your hands on t-shirts, hats and more.The Kansas City Chiefs have won the Super Bowl!
Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid and company bested the Eagles, 38-35, in Super Bowl 57 for their second NFL Championship in four years.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Patrick Mahomes' dad's reaction to Chiefs Super Bowl win is everything

On Sunday, Kansas City won Super Bowl LVII, and everybody in Chiefs kingdom rejoiced: Andy Reid and the coaching staff, the loyal Chiefs fans, and Patrick Mahomes family members as well.The camera quickly panned to Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce and Philadelphia Eagles' Jason Kelce's mother following the Chiefs' Super Bowl victory, but another family member was just as overjoyed.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Drake cashes out on Chiefs Super Bowl bet (How much did Drake win?)

Drake made waves in the sports betting space by laying out some serious cash on the Super Bowl, and 'Drizzy' cashed in big.The Canadian born rapper netted over $700,000 by cashing his Chiefs moneyline bet with Kansas City small underdogs.Kansas City rallied from a 10-point deficit at halftime to knock off the NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles 38-35.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

3 Eagles who shoulder the loss to Chiefs in Super Bowl 57

The Eagles-Chiefs' Super Bowl matchup had everything a football fan could imagine: phenomenal quarterbacks, big plays, shocking turnovers, electrifying controversy, and for those loyal to Philly, the bitter taste of disappointment.After a soul-crushing end to their Super Bowl dreams, the Philadelphia Eagles head home to an empty wasteland wondering forever, probably, about what could have been.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Did Jalen Hurts snub Patrick Mahomes on post-Super Bowl handshake?

Eagles' Jalen Hurts may have intentionally shunned the traditional post-Super Bowl handshake with Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes after his team's disappointing loss.The Kansas City Chiefs- Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl matchup will go down in history as one of the most epic games in the modern NFL, a game forever tinged with controversy both on the field ( that defensive holding call will never die down) and off the field when Jalen Hurts appeared to snub Patrick Mahomes.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Patrick Mahomes' message to Jalen Hurts after Super Bowl 57 was all class

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes and Eagles' Jalen Hurts each gave his all in Super Bowl LVII, and afterward, the two franchise quarterbacks shared a nice sentiment.The Kansas City Chiefs narrowly bested the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in one of the best Super Bowls of recent history.The game had everything from controversial calls to crazy big plays to a sparkling halftime show by Rihanna, yet the highlight to many fans was the incredible quarterback play on both sides.
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Yankees-themed takeaways from the Chiefs' victory in Super Bowl LVII

With the conclusion of the Super Bowl, it is now officially baseball season in the eyes of many.And what a Super Bowl it was!Pat Mahomes and Jalen Hurts put on a show unlike most of the championship games we've witnessed in previous seasons.In honor of the spectacle, and despite the fact that non-WBC pitchers and catchers report to spring training tomorrow, I would like to pay one last tribute to the Big Game by wondering what lessons the Yankees can take away from the Chiefs' thrilling victory.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Patrick Mahomes won't let Jalen Hurts' ascension go unnoticed

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes believes Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles silenced his critics for his epic Super Bowl 57 performance.Super Bowl 57 is in the books, and the Kansas City Chiefs have possession of the Lombardi Trophy.They were able to overcome having the football for eight minutes in the first half to pick up the 38-35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Bleacher Report
1 year ago
New York Giants

NFL Rumors: Daniel Jones' New Giants Contract 'To Come In at Over $35M' Per Year

Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Starting quarterbacks cost a lot of money in the NFL, and Daniel Jones may prove to be a prime example.ESPN's Jordan Raanan reported Thursday that Jones' next deal is expected to "come in at over $35 million per season."The 25-year-old enjoyed the best season of his career in 2022.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Eagles could steal the perfect DC candidate from Packers backyard

The Eagles, knee-deep in their search for a new defensive coordinator for 2023, could reasonably go after a former Wisconsin coach.The Philadelphia Eagles suffered two tough blows to their coaching staff after Stane Steichen's and Jonathan Gannon's respective departures, but the team already has two ideal targets for each vacancy.
Musket Fire
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Newest NFL rule change is all too familiar for the Patriots

The Patriots faced a lot of accusations, criticism, and speculation over the years, primarily due to their unprecedented and long-lasting success.However, within that consistent winning came sore losers around the NFL complaining about Bill Belichick's knowledge of the rule book as he used it to his advantage over opponents.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Look: Eagles fan has hilarious fix for premature Super Bowl champions tattoo

There are plenty of people in the world with awful tattoos, but one Eagles fan found the perfect fix for their ill-conceived Super Bowl champions ink.Look to the person to your left, then to the person on your right.It's almost certain that one of the three of you has a tattoo that you regret (don't worry about looking this up, it's definitely a statistical fact and not an anecdote I just made up).
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1 year ago
National Football League

AJ Brown trying to force the Eagles' hand with Jalen Hurts

AJ Brown made his stance very clear when asked about a Jalen Hurts extension with the Philadelphia Eagles.Outside of the result of Super Bowl LVII, the Philadelphia Eagles had a magical season, led by the likes of AJ Brown and Jalen Hurts.So, it was no surprise when Brown said what he had to say regarding the future of him and Hurts in Philadelphia, particularly regarding the contract situation for Hurts.
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1 year ago
National Football League

3 teams that should sign Leonard Fournette to increase Super Bowl odds

Leonard Fournette is searching for a new team after the announcement that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers would release him when the new league year begins on March 15.The #Bucs plan to release RB Leonard Fournette when the new league year begins March 15, per sources.GM Jason Licht mentioned recently that he felt Fournette was still a three-down back in this league.
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1 year ago
National Football League

NFL insider absolutely skewers Carson Wentz at worst possible time

NFL insider Peter King obliterates Carson Wentz's costliness in a tremendously blunt manner.The idea of Carson Wentz was always better than the real thing, to be totally honest with y'all.With Wentz being released by the Washington Commanders, his third franchise in as many seasons, the cat is most definitely out of the bag when it comes to this former No. 2 overall pick by the Philadelphia Eagles out of North Dakota State.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Super Bowl MVP prop bet odds, prediction and pick (3 players to consider)

It's the most prestigious honor you can receive, the Super Bowl MVP.Not only did your team win the Super Bowl, but you were the reason why.Typically this award is dominated by quarterbacks, and that's evident in the betting market, but are there some longshots that can have a big showing in the big game?
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1 year ago
National Football League

Super Bowl 57: Vegas odds and betting guide

Super Bowl LVII promises to be a high-octane matchup between two conference powerhouses, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles.What are the current odds in Vegas?The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles will meet for the first time in the Super Bowl in 2023, and many have already started placing their wagers on the outcome of the game.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Kay Adams picks between cheesesteaks, BBQ & Chiefs, Eagles

Kay Adams joined Sterling Homes of the Arrowhead Addict Podcast and made her pick for Super Bowl 57.Kay Adams, host of Up and Adams on FanDuel TV, who is on the final stretch of her search for Smirnoff's first-ever Cocktail Coordinator to be revealed on Monday, took some time to talk with Sterling Holmes of the Arrowhead Addict Podcast about drinks, food, and of course, some football.
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1 year ago
National Football League

NFL picks against the spread for the AFC and NFC championship games

Four NFL heavyweights are set to do battle on Sunday and we've got Against the Spread picks from multiple betting experts on both of the games.Bengals at Chiefs kicks off first and is a rematch of last year's AFC Championship game won by Cincinnati.Presumptive 2023 NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes is going to play on a hurt ankle, and didn't look too bad in his first practice yesterday.
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1 year ago
National Football League

Should Alabama fans be able to claim Jalen Hurts amid Eagles success?

There is some debate over if Alabama can claim Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' success at the professional level after having transferred over to Oklahoma first.Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts starred in college both at Alabama and Oklahoma.Given what he did in his four years split between Tuscaloosa and Norman from 2016 to 2019, Hurts is in rarified air as a universally beloved former college star.
Sun Sentinel
1 year ago
Miami Dolphins

Dave Hyde: Cincinnati exposes Buffalo in ways that show Dolphins have work to do, too

There was the suggestion the day after their season, right inside their locker room, that the Miami Dolphins had taken good steps toward something big because they took big steps toward beating the Buffalo Bills twice in final month."We took them right down to the end twice,'' linebacker Jerome Baker said.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

3 stats that told the story of the NFL Divisional Round

A pair of seven-point triumphs, a decisive win by the defending AFC champions and a lopsided victory by NFC's top seed summed up the Divisional Round.A year ago, home-field advantage didn't mean much when it came to the divisional round of the NFL playoffs.In 2021, the Bengals won at Tennessee, the 49ers edged the Packers at Lambeau Field and the eventual Super Bowl champion Rams prevailed at Tampa.
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1 year ago
National Football League

Jalen Hurts, Brock Purdy showdown has phenomenal college football precedent

Jalen Hurts and Brock Purdy will face off in the NFC Championship Game, but the two quarterbacks did play against one another in college.The NFC Championship Game is all set.The No. 1 Philadelphia Eagles will host the No. 2 San Francisco 49ers, with the winner earning a spot in Super Bowl 57.The Eagles reached this point after returning from their first-round bye and completely dominating the New York Giants in the 38-7 win.
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