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FOX Sports

Patriots owner Robert Kraft: I want 'top-rate, young quarterback' in NFL Draft

Patriots owner Robert Kraft is looking for a franchise QB in the 2024 NFL Draft and expects the team to make the playoffs this season.

NESN.com

Robert Kraft Sets Personal Expectations For 2024 Patriots Season

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft made it well-known the last couple of offseasons of his desire to see his franchise get back to the NFL playoffs. But the Patriots moved further and further away from the postseason, bottoming out this past season with a 4-13 record, which was the worst mark in the AFC. […]

Pride Of Detroit

Notes: Dan Campbell names 2 biggest threats to the Lions returning to playoffs

Photo by Stacy Revere/ In a sit-down conversation with FOX 2’s Dan Miller, Dan Campbell listed the 2 biggest impediments to the Lions making another playoff run. If there’s one thing Dan Campbell won’t stand for in 2024, it’s getting lazy. “Entitlement and complacency,” he said. “Those are the two things that keep me on guard. In a one-on-one with FOX 2’s Dan Miller at the NFL’s Annual League Meetings this week, the Lions head coach emphasized those two terms specifically—entitlement and complacency—are the biggest threats to achieving the same...

Turf Show Times

John Lynch explains why the 49ers hired Brandon Staley

Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via From the Rams to the Chargers to the 49ers, Brandon Staley has had quite a ride There have been countless head coaching stints that was far worse than Brandon Staley’s tenure with the L.A. Chargers, but he’s been the subject of ridicule since his team blew a 27-7 lead in the playoffs last season and then was fired after an embarrassing loss to the Las Vegas Raiders in December. Were it not for those two losses and an injury to Justin Herbert, or maybe better work by former general manager Tom Telesco, we might still be...

Windy City Gridiron

2024 NFL Draft interview: TCU OL Willis Patrick

Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via WCG’s lead draft analyst speaks with one of the most intriguing offensive linemen in the 2024 NFL Draft. Watching his journey to get to where he is today, it makes sense that the next step for TCU offensive lineman Willis Patrick is the NFL. Patrick was a two-year starter at Angelo State, a Division II school, where he made it to the quarterfinal of the playoffs. He then made the jump to FCS powerhouse Jackson State, where he played under then-head coach and current Colorado coach Deion Sanders. In his lone season with...

FOX Sports

'This team is in grave danger of missing the playoffs next year.' — Skip on his Cowboys

Skip Bayless explains why he is worried his Dallas Cowboys will actually miss the playoffs next season.

The Phinsider

Kansas City man charged with felony stealing from Miami Dolphins

Al Diaz/Miami Herald/Tribune News Service via Missouri man charged in theft of over $45,000 in Miami Dolphins equipment. On Wednesday, a Kansas City, Missouri man was charged with stealing, stemming from the alleged theft of $45,000 in equipment from the Miami Dolphins. According to the court and police records, the Dolphins reported an individual stole media and player equipment when he broke into a box truck on January 14. The theft was reported the day after the Dolphins lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs. Jackson County,...

FOX Sports

Does Josh Allen or Tua Tagovailoa need the Week 18 win more? | NFL | SPEAK

With the NFL playoffs approaching, a lot is on the line in Week 18 for the AFC East squads. The winner between the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills clinches the AFC East title. However, Bills Mafia could miss the playoffs with a loss, a Pittsburgh Steelers and Jacksonville Jaguars win and no Indianapolis Colts-Houston Texans tie. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones debate whether Allen or Tua needs the win more.

FOX Sports

Will Tom Brady's Bucs be a tough out in the playoffs despite 6-6 record? | NFL | SPEAK

The Tampa Bay Bucs were down by 13 points with under four minutes remaining in the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Saints. Then, Tom Brady magic happened, when he threw two touchdowns in the Bucs final two drives. Brady set an NFL record for 44 career touchdowns in the fourth quarter/overtime (Peyton Manning had 43) as the Bucs improved to 6-6 with a 17-16 win. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and David Helman discuss whether Tampa would be a hard out in the playoffs or not, despite their .500 record.

FOX Sports

Can the Dallas Cowboys win a Super Bowl with Dak Prescott? | NFL | SPEAK

Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, Joy Taylor, and David Helman discuss whether the Dallas Cowboys can win a Super Bowl with Dak Prescott at quarterback. Helman weighs in and explains the Cowboys can win a Super Bowl with Dak if he can play better than his performance in the NFC Divisional Round. The group then discuss what the Cowboys need next year to go deeper in the playoffs.

FOX Sports

Is Lamar Jackson's legacy on the line in Ravens Divisional Round matchup vs. Texans? | NFL | SPEAK

The Baltimore Ravens are set to host the Houston Texans in their Divisional Round matchup. Lamar Jackson is 1-3 in the playoffs and similarly to 2019, he will likely finish with another MVP season. This raises the question of if Lamar's legacy is on the line this weekend. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones debate whether this weekend is a legacy moment for him or not.

Behind the Steel Curtain

Former Steelers QB Mason Rudolph posts farewell to Pittsburgh

Kirby Leei-USA TODAY Sports Rudolph became a fan-favorite after leading the Steelers to the playoffs late last season. Around a week after signing with the Tennessee Titans in free agency, former Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph posted a farewell message on his Instagram account, thanking Steelers fans, players, staff, coaches, and ownership. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mason Rudolph (@rudolph2mason) “To the fans—your love and passion for the team is what makes it so special to play here. I will never forget...

FOX Sports

Is Jets solely making the playoffs a success for Aaron Rodgers? | NFL | SPEAK

Will Blackmon joins Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor and Ric Bucher to debate on whether solely making the playoffs would be considered a success for New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers.

Silver And Black Pride

SB Nation Reacts: 86 percent of Raiders’ fans give Christian Wilkins signing an A grade

Photo by Megan Briggs/ Raider Nation approves of the signing of defensive tackle The Las Vegas Raiders started free agency with a bang when they signed Christian Wilkins. Wilkins is coming off a career year in which he recorded nine sacks and over 50 pressures, helping the Miami Dolphins make the playoffs. With the addition of Wilkins, the Raiders have the potential to have the best defensive line in the league when healthy. Interior pressure is paramount when controlling those two signal callers in a division with Justin Herbert and Patrick Mahomes. Wilkins brings...

Pride Of Detroit

Notes: Carlton Davis III excited to have infamous rowdy Lions fans on his side

Photo by Jorge Lemus/NurPhoto via The newest Detroit Lion says of all the stadiums he’s played in, Ford Field is among the loudest. After facing a deafening Ford Field crowd in the playoffs as the opponent, Carlton Davis III is happy such a rowdy fanbase will now be on his side. In a one-on-one with team reporter Dannie Rogers following his arrival in Motown, the Detroit Lions cornerback reflected on the last time he was in the Motor City—as a Tampa Bay Buccaneer facing the Lions in the divisional round of the playoffs. He said the atmosphere was electrifying and...

Baltimore Sun

Former Ravens QB Joe Flacco heading to Colts on one-year, $4.5 million deal

Joe Flacco is heading to the Indianapolis Colts after helping the Cleveland Browns reach the playoffs.

FOX Sports

Why Baker Mayfield's new contract won't change his drive to take Bucs further

The stability of a $100 million deal won't change QB Baker Mayfield's mentality to lead the Bucs deeper into the playoffs. Here's why.

Silver And Black Pride

Raiders Reacts Survey: What is your grade for the Wilkins signing?

Photo by Megan Briggs/ Checking the pulse of Raider Nation Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Las Vegas Raiders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Las Vegas Raiders started free agency with a bang when they signed Christian Wilkins. Wilkins is coming off a career year in which he recorded nine sacks and over 50 pressures, helping the Miami Dolphins make the playoffs. With the addition of Wilkins, the Raiders have the...

NESN.com

NFL Rumors: Potential Patriots Target To Join AFC Upstart

The New England Patriots have yet to make a notable splash two days into the NFL legal tampering period. The same can’t be said about an AFC upstart that is looking to build off a surprising run to the playoffs this past season. Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Danielle Hunter seemed like a logical fit for […]

Turf Show Times

4 things I think on the eve of NFL free agency

Photo by Ryan Kang/ Will Rams make a splash in the opening days of free agency? The legal tampering period of NFL free agency kicks off on Monday. Within minutes of the window opening at 9am pacific time news will break of players that have already agreed to terms with new teams and some of the biggest dominoes of the 2024 offseason will fall into place. Will the Los Angeles Rams be part of the early free agency frenzy, or will they be patient and turn an eye towards the draft? The Rams are hoping to return to the playoffs this year, though expectations will be set...

Field Gulls

Seahawks 2024 free agency: Colby Parkinson to join the Rams

Photo by Conor Courtney/ A California native, Parkinson will return to Southern California to join a hated division rival after four years with the Seahawks. The once-mighty Seattle Seahawks have fallen behind the competition in the NFC West in the years since the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers hired Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan, respectively. Since those two arrived in the division the Hawks have missed the playoffs three times and finished the season atop the division just once, during the pandemic-impacted 2020 season. Now, apparently, free agent tight...

The Phinsider

Terron Armstead signs restructured contract; will return to Miami Dolphins in 2024

Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports Armstead forgoes retirement to return to Miami for his 12th NFL season. On Sunday, it was reported by Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network that Miami Dolphins star left tackle, Terron Armstead, would return to the club for his 12th season in the National Football League. Not only would he return, but he would do so on an adjusted contract. After the Dolphins fell to the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2023 Super Wild Card round of the playoffs, Armstead made comments that led some to believe he was considering retirement. A couple of weeks ago,...

NESN.com

Patriots Fans React To Reported Mac Jones-Jaguars Trade

Patriots fans were filled with hope when Mac Jones earned a Pro Bowl selection and led New England to the playoffs in 2021. But that promising rookie season proved to be the beginning of the end in Foxboro, Mass., for Jones, who will embark on a new chapter this season. The Patriots reportedly are finalizing […]

Baltimore Sun

Joe Flacco and Anders Lee among new investors in Irish soccer team

Veteran NFL quarterback Joe Flacco’s new team is St Patrick’s Athletic — as an investor in the Irish soccer club. The Dublin team announced on Tuesday that Flacco, New York Islanders forward Anders Lee and former NFL players Matt Birk and Chad Greenway are part of a group that have become “strategic investors.” Flacco is a free agent after helping the Cleveland Browns reach the playoffs last season. He was the AP’s Comeback Player of the Year. St Patrick’s did not release financial details. It said the athletes are part of Kenosis Sports Group, a subsidiary of U.S.-based private...

Blogging The Boys

Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott speaks on extension, Jerry Jones’ all-in remark, team culture and more

Photo by Ron Jenkins/ Dak Prescott spoke for the first time this offseason and addressed a variety of topics, including his pending extension with the Dallas Cowboys. It has been about a month and a half since the season ended for the Dallas Cowboys and until Monday afternoon the franchise quarterback had not spoken about it. Throughout the remainder of the playoffs and in the week leading up to the Super Bowl - usually a time when Prescott does the car wash interview circuit - there had been relative radio silence from quarterback Dak Prescott. I touched on this on...

Turf Show Times

Random Ramsdom: Dan Campbell continues to be asked about Jared Goff

Photo by Rey Del Rio/ Los Angeles Rams News and Links for 3/2/24 Good morning and happy Saturday! You may be thinking why is today’s Random Ramsdom featuring a story about the Detroit Lions? We want to talk about the Los Angeles Rams around here! Well I think every team is connected one way or the other. Last year the Lions knocked the Rams out of the playoffs and there is a chance these two teams will see each other in the postseason again. I think it’ll be interesting whatever decision the Lions make at quarterback. Lion’s head coach, Dan Campbell, is saying all...

Field Gulls

Seahawks Reacts Results: Who stays and who goes?

Photo by James Gilbert/ A tentative endorsement of Geno and a lot of questions elsewhere. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Each week we ask questions of the most plugged-in Seattle Seahawks fans and fans across the country. Offseason prediction time continues! Last year, fans and analysts were all over the place with regard to what the Seattle Seahawks should do with their Top 5 pick. Of course, quarterback was a hot topic, but it seems that the buzz has quieted somewhat in 2024. Despite missing the playoffs and battling through injuries...

Decision to bench Eli, start Daniel Jones came at PERFECT time | Pick Six Podcast

Will Brinson is joined by Brady Quinn and Ryan Wilson to discuss Daniel Jones taking over the starting QB role for the New York Giants, Cam Newton's injury status and 0-2 teams that could still make the playoffs.

Aaron Rodgers' legacy hinges on this season - Max Kellerman | First Take

Max Kellerman says Aaron Rodgers will be remembered in a more negative light if the Green Bay Packers miss the NFL playoffs again this season. #FirstTake ✔

Antonio Brown is a CLOWN and Josh Allen will lead the Bills to the playoffs | Time to Schein

Adam Schein gives his take on all of the nonsense going down between Antonio Brown and Ben Roethlisberger on Twitter. Adam Schein also discusses how quarterback Josh Allen will lead the Buffalo Bills to the playoffs and that Jerry Jones will need to sign