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Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles Rams

Rams start rebuilding defense without Aaron Donald by picking Florida State star

The Rams addressed their pass rush needs by drafting Jared Verse to replace Aaron Donald. [ more ]
The Athletic
2 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Mock draft analysis: Reasons for and against the Rams taking a pass rusher in Round 1

The Los Angeles Rams may select Jared Verse from Florida State in the NFL draft for pass rush.
The Rams need to address their pass rush concerns due to inconsistent pressure despite Aaron Donald's presence. [ more ]
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49ers Webzone
1 month ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers add edge rusher in latest NFL.com mock draft

The San Francisco 49ers are projected to select edge rusher Chop Robinson at No. 31 overall in Rhett Lewis' mock draft.
Robinson, with impressive athletic abilities, is seen as a potential pick to enhance the 49ers' pass rush group. [ more ]
49ers Webzone
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers to host Marshawn Kneeland and Jamal Hill on pre-draft visits

The San Francisco 49ers are evaluating draft prospects for their team's needs.
They are considering players like Marshawn Kneeland and Jamal Hill to potentially bolster their pass rush and secondary. [ more ]
The Athletic
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

The 49ers-Texans trade that fell apart and what gave Leonard Floyd the edge

Improved defensive line for the San Francisco 49ers with new additions
Focused on enhancing pass rush and run defense [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers must now shift free-agency focus to adding DT depth

The 49ers signed two defensive linemen but lost two as well
The team seeks to strengthen their pass rush opposite Nick Bosa [ more ]
49ers Webzone
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Why Kyle Shanahan isn't concerned about 49ers' lack of sacks vs. Packers

The 49ers' defense failed to record a sack in their playoff game against the Packers, raising concerns about the team's pass rush.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan is not worried about the lack of sacks, emphasizing the importance of considering the specific opponent and game circumstances. [ more ]
49ers Webzone
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Steve Young expresses concern over 49ers' defensive front

The San Francisco 49ers defense had 22 pressures but failed to sack quarterback Jordan Love in their playoff game against the Green Bay Packers.
Former analyst Steve Young expressed concern about the lack of dynamic play from the defense and the focus on containment rather than getting to the quarterback.
Defensive end Nick Bosa defended the defense's performance, stating that affecting the quarterback in different ways can be just as valuable as sacking. [ more ]
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NBC Sports Bay Area & California
2 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers' annual search for Bosa pairing leads them to Floyd

The 49ers secure Leonard Floyd as an edge rusher opposite Nick Bosa.
The team has struggled to find a consistent pass-rush threat since 2019. [ more ]
Pats Pulpit
2 months ago
New England Patriots

5 edge rushers the Patriots could target in free agency

The New England Patriots need to enhance their pass rush to boost their defense.
Potential pass rush options for the Patriots include Danielle Hunter, Andrew Van Ginkel, and Jonathan Greenard. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

How 49ers, Lions match up in upcoming NFC Championship Game

The 49ers will face the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game.
The 49ers will need to protect quarterback Brock Purdy against the Lions' strong pass-rush. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 months ago
New England Patriots

Bill Belichick calls it a year of 'baptism under fire' for Patriots' young offensive linemen

Bill Belichick plans to play his players in the season finale against the Jets despite being eliminated from playoff contention.
Belichick is focused on playing those who have earned playing time and not prioritizing younger or newly acquired players. [ more ]
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NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

Why Bosa believes Young can be game-changer for 49ers vs. Lions

The 49ers' star-studded defensive line did not produce any sacks in the playoff game against the Packers, but they still had an impact on the game.
Nick Bosa emphasized the importance of affecting the quarterback in different ways, not just through sacks. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
4 months ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Alex Highsmith Named Steelers X-Factor Heading Into Playoffs

T.J. Watt's absence puts pressure on the Pittsburgh Steelers to find alternative pass rushers against the Buffalo Bills.
Alex Highsmith is named as Pittsburgh's X-Factor and must step up in the absence of Watt to generate pressure on the quarterback. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
5 months ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Rapoport: Alex Highsmith To Undergo Tests On Neck, 'Chance' To Play Next Week

Pittsburgh Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith left the game with a neck injury.
Highsmith will undergo tests to determine if he can return in Week 15 against the Indianapolis Colts. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
4 months ago
Podcast

Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,039)

The Terrible Take is a short, 1-3 minute podcast episode that airs daily at 5 PM/EST with multiple hosts.
In Episode 1,039, Dr. Melanie Friedlander discusses how the Pittsburgh Steelers' pass rush can handle the loss of OLB T.J. Watt in the playoffs. [ more ]
ESPN.com
4 months ago
National Football League

Texans rule out DE Greenard, WR Brown vs. Colts

Texans defensive end Jonathan Greenard and receiver Noah Brown have been ruled out for their Week 18 matchup against the Colts.
Derek Barnett and Jerry Hughes will replace Greenard on the defensive side, while Robert Woods, John Metchie III, and Xavier Hutchinson will step up at receiver. [ more ]
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
5 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. [ more ]
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