Jarrett Stidham, Tom Brady, New England Patriots. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images) Jarrett Stidham is doing his best to fill the Tom Brady leadership void. Replacing Tom Brady was never going to be easy for Jarrett Stidham. The New England Patriots will have a new starting quarterback for the first time in decades. Brady took
Tom Brady, New England Patriots, Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) What if Tom Brady was the heir apparent to Drew Brees in New Orleans? Tom Brady and Drew Brees are division rivals, but what if they were New Orleans Saints? That sounds certifiably insane, but there was a possibility Brady could
Tyrann Mathieu, Kansas City Chiefs. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images) The Kansas City Chiefs tweeted in support of their players in the Black Lives Matter movement. It’s a start. On Thursday night, legions of NFL players released a 71-second video telling the league it wants support in the Black Lives Matter movement. Towards the
Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) Dak Prescott vs. Carson Wentz is a debate that will never grow old. Quarterback debates are often the most heated discussions among NFL fans. Peyton Manning vs. Tom Brady comes to mind. In the next decade, there may not be a fiercer debate than Dak Prescott
Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) What will Patrick Mahomes’ record-setting contract extension look like? When Patrick Mahomes gets a new contract from the Kansas City Chiefs, it will be record-setting. Though only three years into his NFL career, Mahomes has asserted himself as the league’s best player before his 25th
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – JANUARY 19: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs ceebrates after defeating the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium on January 19, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Chiefs defeated the Titans 35-24. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) The Kansas City Chiefs are going to pay
New York Giants, Daniel Jones, #8 (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images) The New York Giants hope to be a surprise team in the NFC East. It’s been an ugly last eight years for the New York Giants. One playoff appearance, zero postseason victories. But with a new decade, and a new coach, comes renewed optimism.
Leonard Fournette, Jacksonville Jaguars. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) Will Leonard Fournette be a top 20 fantasy running back in 2020? The Jacksonville Jaguars decided to not extend the fifth-year option to running back Leonard Fournette. While they may end up regretting it, so may many fantasy football players end up overdrafting the former first-round
DENVER, CO – DECEMBER 22: Quarterback Drew Lock #3 of the Denver Broncos calls an audible to change the play against the Detroit Lions during the third quarter at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated the Lions 27-17. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) Drew Lock is
Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) Mike Evans did not mince words when it came to Fox News Laura Ingraham’s defense of Drew Brees. Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans did not hold back in his short, but effective criticism of Fox News and Laura Ingraham on Twitter. On Thursday, a video
Nyheim Hines, Indianapolis Colts. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) The Colts seem sure to frustrate fantasy owners with their running back deployment, but don’t dismiss the niche Nyheim Hines will occupy. As a rookie in 2018, Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines had 63 receptions for 425 yards in pass-catching role. The offense slowed down
Jake Fromm of the Georgia Bulldogs. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images) Bills quarterback Jake Fromm apologized for racist texts. Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Jake Fromm apologized for racist text messages that were sent last year after they resurfaced online on Thursday morning. Screenshots of a text conversation with Fromm who was then the Georgia football
Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard doesn’t understand the pushback on the Black Lives Matter movement. Players, coaches and general managers across the NFL have continued to speak out on the murder of George Floyd by police officers. Some teams and players have gotten it
Bruce Arians, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians urges those protesting police brutality across the country to follow up protests with action. On May 25th, police officer Derek Chauvin murdered George Floyd, a black man who was being arrested for supposedly paying with a fake $20
New Orleans Saints, Drew Brees. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) These five NFL teams will not make it to the playoffs again in 2020. The NFL is a parity-driven league, perhaps best illustrated by its annual playoff turnover. Since 2002’s realignment to include the Houston Texans, the NFL routinely has five different teams in the
Deshaun Watson, Houston Texans, #4 (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images) Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has a serious negotiating advantage. Deshaun Watson is going to get paid. This offseason is the first time he’s eligible for an extension, having accrued three years of NFL service. With the new Collective Bargaining Agreement and television deals
Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images Stephen Jackson had a NSFW message for Drew Brees on Instagram. All throughout Wednesday, professional athletes have (rightfully) expressed their disdain, disappointment and anger over comments made by New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. When he was asked about the past silent protests made by Colin Kaepernick and other black
Head coach Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) The Los Angeles Rams have gone from first to worst in two years. Sean McVay was the NFL’s newest coaching sensation. Jared Goff was its next great quarterback. The Los Angeles Rams’ defense under Wade Phillips looked unstoppable. The 2018
SANTA CLARA, CA – OCTOBER 02: (L-R) Eli Harold #58, Colin Kaepernick #7 and Eric Reid #35 of the San Francisco 49ers kneel on the sideline during the National Anthem prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi’s Stadium on October 2, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) The 49ers can’t afford to let George Kittle leave in free agency. That means he’s due to get a monster deal from San Francisco. It takes a special player to reset the market at their position group. George Kittle has that
Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) Saints quarterback Drew Brees is facing backlash for his Colin Kaepernick comments. The Bayou is a beacon for the African-American community, but New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees undoubtedly betrayed that trust in the eyes of many. On Wednesday, Brees stated he has yet to
5 random players you forgot were on the Tampa Bay Lightning by Al Daniel Cleveland Browns, Baker Mayfield, #6 (Photo by Bobby Ellis/Getty Images) For the first time in a long time, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield isn’t all talk. The Cleveland Browns’ 2019 disaster is long behind them, as the most-hyped unit heading into
Jadeveon Clowney, Seattle Seahawks. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images) Will anyone pay Jadeveon Clowney what he commands in his free agency? Jadeveon Clowney remains one of the marquee players in the NFL without a contract. The former No. 1 overall pick by the Houston Texans back in 2014 spent a forgettable season with the Seattle
Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs, George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) The Kansas City Chiefs must extend Travis Kelce before George Kittle. It’s time for a Travis Kelce contract extension in Kansas City, please. Even though the Kansas City Chiefs need to pay defensive tackle Chris Jones in a matter of
TAMPA, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 17: Jared Cook #87 of the New Orleans Saints catches a 3-yard touchdown pass thrown by Drew Brees #9 during the second quarter of a football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 17, 2019, in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) The NFL season
CLEVELAND, OHIO – NOVEMBER 24: Quarterback Baker Mayfield #6 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver Odell Beckham #13 of the Cleveland Browns during the first half against the Miami Dolphins at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 24, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Baker Mayfield and
HOUSTON, TEXAS – JANUARY 04: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills signals at the line of scrimmage in the first half of the AFC Wild Card Playoff game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on January 04, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) Tom Brady’s decision to leave New England
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 11: Stefon Diggs #14 of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after a 41-yard touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in the first quarter of the NFC Divisional Round Playoff game at Levi’s Stadium on January 11, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) The Vikings traded Stefon
Derek Carr, Las Vegas Raiders (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images) Peter King is stirring the pot with his first rankings of an NFL season that is sure to be bonkers. NFL insider Peter King is no stranger to offering up controversial opinions. While he’s nowhere near Skip Bayless’ level, King can surely raise some
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – AUGUST 29: Head coach Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints looks on during a NFL preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on August 29, 2019 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) Sean Payton made a strong statement on the death of George