Month: March 2020

The San Francisco 49ers’ trade of DeForest Buckner caused surprise but gives them the flexibility to execute a wider plan this offseason. The San Francisco 49ers sprung a shocker on Monday when they agreed to trade star defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for a first-round pick. Reports of Buckner’s trade

The resounding thought going into NFL Free Agency was the Philadelphia Eagles were going to make a splash. It took them until the end of the first day to make a signing, bringing in nose tackle Javon Hargrave. Javon Hargrave doesn’t have to move very far, staying in the Keystone State and signing with the

GLENDALE, AZ – OCTOBER 13: Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) reaches the ball out for a touchdown during the NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Arizona Cardinals on October 13, 2019 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Abele/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Keeping positive through coronavirus

Just because the Patriots are placing the franchise tag on Joe Thuney doesn’t mean they’re keeping him. Look for a trade in New England. The Patriots’ decision to put the franchise tag on Joe Thuney makes sure the franchise will extract value for the talented offensive guard. It does not mean he’s all that likely

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JANUARY 05: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings throws a pass during the first half against the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Wild Card Playoff game at Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 05, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Vikings had no other choice

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – DECEMBER 29: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Leonard Williams #99 of the New York Giants in action against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on December 29, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Eagles defeated the Giants 34-17. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) An MCU bracket for March Madness by

NFL free agency is upon us, and while Tom Brady dominates the headlines, the Tennessee Titans made the biggest gamble in the young offseason. Ryan Tannehill changed the landscape of 2020 NFL free agency and a pair of careers. Yeah, that’s a sentence we all saw coming at Thanksgiving. Tannehill’s four-year, $118 million ($91M guaranteed)

After being in the news for so many of the wrong reasons, look for the Cleveland Browns to have a much quieter offseason than in years past. Let’s all look forward to the Cleveland Browns having a nice, quiet offseason this year. After making it all about themselves the last two offseason, the Browns should

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 04: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots yells to teammates on the field during the the AFC Wild Card Playoff game against the Tennessee Titans at Gillette Stadium on January 04, 2020 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Patriots bring back Devin McCourty on a bargain contract

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – DECEMBER 08: Devin McCourty #32 of the New England Patriots reacts during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs in the game at Gillette Stadium on December 08, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Kathryn Riley/Getty Images) Read Calais Campbell’s touching goodbye to Jacksonville and Duval by John Buhler NFL Free

LOUISVILLE, KY – NOVEMBER 17: Mekhi Becton #73 of the Louisville Cardinals blocks against the North Carolina State Wolfpack during the game at Cardinal Stadium on November 17, 2018 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) Losing Philip Rivers leaves the Chargers with a massive hole at the quarterback position. Los Angeles needs to

Ryan Tannehill, Tennessee Titans. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) How does the new CBA put pressure on the Cowboys to sign Dak Prescott? by Rucker Haringey Titans officials shouldn’t be celebrating the new CBA. The new rules will make it extremely difficult for Tennessee to re-sign their two biggest stars. The Titans made a strong

The Miami Dolphins need to address the league’s worst rushing attack from last season, but Melvin Gordon is not the answer. The Miami Dolphins had the league’s worst rushing attack last season (72.3 yards per game), so it makes sense they’ll be in the market for a running back in free agency. On that note,

It will only take one team to hold him in that high a regard, but could Jalen Hurts really become a first-round pick? The Las Vegas Raiders seem inclined to move on from quarterback Derek Carr as soon as possible, and if they can do so this offseason, they will. Drafting a signal-caller is surely

Andy Dalton, Cincinnati Bengals. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) Nancy Drew: What’s next after solving two connected murders? by Kimberley Spinney The Bengals have finally decided it’s time to deal Andy Dalton. Just what can Cincinnati get for its former franchise quarterback? To the surprise of absolutely no one, the Cincinnati Bengals have finally decided

NEW ORLEANS, LA – JANUARY 13: LSU Tigers quarterback Joe Burrow (9) warms up prior to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game between the LSU Tigers and the Clemson Tigers on January 13, 2020 in New Orleans LA. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Ron Rivera is ready to usher in a

A team that reached the NFL’s Final Four this past year has been extremely busy the last day or so. What are the Tennessee Titans really up to? It’s been a busy few days for a team that in 2019 dethroned the then-reigning Super Bowl champions, knocked off the team with the best record in

Jarvis Landry, Cleveland Browns. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) He’s been a productive but underrated performer. Where could Los Angeles Rams’ linebacker Cory Littleton wind up when NFL free agency opens on March 18? He’s been a high-volume defender during his NFL stint. Former undrafted free agent Cory Littleton joined the Los Angeles Rams back

Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Byron Jones should command one of the top contracts in this offseason’s free agency period. Which five teams make the most sense? Byron Jones is a former first-round pick set to hit the free-agent market for the first time. He’s lived up to the hype thus far, which should

Xavier Rhodes has been cut by the Minnesota Vikings, and these three teams should be ready to take a look at him. It’s worth wondering why it took so long, but they’ve done it. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, the Minnesota Vikings have released cornerback Xavier Rhodes. The move clears $8.1 million in

DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 22: Chris Harris #25 of the Denver Broncos stands on the field as he warms up before a game against the Detroit Lions at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) Chris Harris Jr. is rumored to be well sought after

The Bengals seemed locked in on Joe Burrow with the No. 1 pick in this year’s NFL Draft, but picking any of these five players would help Cincinnati. It would be a massive shock if the Cincinnati Bengals select anyone other than Joe Burrow with the No. 1 overall selection in this year’s NFL Draft.

The Chargers don’t know who will throw passes to their receivers next season, but they are making sure Hunter Henry stays in town to catch them. NFL teams desperate to upgrade their options at tight end this offseason received a cruel blow on Friday afternoon. The Chargers’ decision to place the franchise tag on Hunter

If you’re still laughing at the Miami Dolphins, the joke is about to be on you if their plans all come together. With all that is being made about the quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft class, a  popular name that continues to get overlooked is J.K. Dobbins. The Miami Dolphins are looking to capitalize