The Lions no longer have a backup quarterback. After the Lions cut one of their backup quarterbacks, Tim Boyle, they’re cutting the other one, David Blough. That leaves Jared Goff as the only quarterback currently on the Lions’ 53-man roster. Obviously, Goff won’t be the only quarterback on the roster when the season starts, so [more]
The Vikings selected 11 players in the 2021 NFL draft. Most of those players were cut on Tuesday, failing to make the 53-man roster a year after they were drafted. That’s an ugly look for the Vikings’ prior regime of general manager Rick Spielman and coach Mike Zimmer, who were fired after the 2021 season. [more]
Here's where the Colts sit in the waiver wire order.
Scratch that Celtics basketball itch with a watch of the third clip in the series.
Jets sit fourth in the pecking order for the waiver wire dance
Broncos plan to re-sign DL Mike Purcell and TE Eric Tomlinson after they place TE Greg Dulcich and CB Michael Ojemudia on IR today.
After final roster cuts, the Colts should address these positions.
Tom Brady is the NFL’s oldest player, and he’s leading the NFL’s oldest team. The Buccaneers have an average age on their 53-man roster of 27.1 years, making them the oldest roster in the NFL, according to Jimmy Kempski of PhillyVoice.com. Tampa Bay actually has the oldest 53-man roster the NFL has seen on roster [more]
SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley talks about big news from the New York Knicks, as the team is finalizing a contract extension with RJ Barrett. With a new deal done, it certainly complicates discussions with the Utah Jazz as the Knicks pursue a trade for Donovan Mitchell. Can they still bring Mitchell to New York without sending Barrett to Utah? For more Ian Begley: https://ift.tt/M4CVj7h About Ian Begley: Ian Begley joined SNY in 2019 as the network's first NBA Insider covering the Knicks and Nets. His show, "The Putback with Ian Begley," appears weekly on SNY.tv, and Begley is also a regular contributor to "GEICO SportsNite."
Mizzou is optimistic Blake Baker is the man to turn around its defense. His first test comes Thursday night.
We ask George Blaha about his health, his catchphrases and go down memory lane with the man who's called every moment for the Pistons since 1976.
Scratch that Celtics basketball itch with a watch of the second clip in the series.
#Bills' Josh Allen named No. 13 on list of NFL's top-100 players (huh?):
"It’s people taking advantage of a situation, so I’m going to trial because I didn’t do anything," claimed Big Baby in a recent podcast appearance.
Scratch that Celtics basketball itch with a watch of the first clip in the series.
When the NFL and quarterback Deshaun Watson agreed to an 11-game suspension and $5 million fine, a case could have been made that it would have been better for the Browns to have Watson miss a full year. That would have truly suspended Watson’s contract, pushing it back by a full year, keeping him under [more]
The No. 3 pick of the 2020 NFL draft, Jeff Okudah had split time at CB with Will Harris, a converted safety, all summer for the Detroit Lions.
Ex-Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford, now with the Los Angeles Rams, will be a key spokesperson in Little Caesars' sponsorship with the NFL.
Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt exited Sunday’s preseason game with a knee injury after he took a low block. Watt appears to have avoided a serious injury, but teammate Cam Heyward said afterward that defensive players shouldn’t be subjected to those kinds of blocks. The low block Watt took from Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson [more]
Xavier McKinney got used to winning at the University of Alabama and all the losing with the New York Giants has him getting impatient.
Bears quarterback Justin Fields looked excellent in Saturday’s third and final preseason game, completing 14 of 16 passes for 156 yards, with three touchdowns, no interceptions and no sacks. Afterward he said the Bears’ offense has proven that it has taken great strides this offseason. “We’re continually getting better, each and every day,” Fields said. [more]
The Bears finished their preseason with an impressive performance in Cleveland. Josh Schrock hands out grades for the Bears' 21-20 win over the Browns.
The Detroit Lions' coaching staff has stood out through three episodes of HBO's Hard Knocks. But they're not doing it for the cameras.
We rewind the clocks back to Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid dropping 50 points on the Orlando Magic.
Julius Erving loves Kobe Bryant and even played with the Mamba's father … but he tells TMZ Sports the NBA shouldn't retire the Lakers legend's numbers league-wide like it did with Bill Russell earlier this summer. Most believe that following Adam ...
The creativity and effectiveness of Boston's ball movement caught the attention of the folks in the league office.
Maurice Alexander went from a star QB in Florida to working at UPS to training Marco Rubio's son to the Detroit Lions. What a crazy road to the NFL.
“We have our work cut out for us,” Bird said of the Aces. “They just present a lot of problems.”
Falcons vs. Jaguars: How to watch, listen to, and stream Saturday's preseason finale.
Even after he has left us, the legacy of Hall of Fame Boston Celtics big man Bill Russell lives on.
Bills coach Sean McDermott says he doesn’t know what his team is going to do with rookie punter Matt Araiza, after a rape accusation against him last year became public this week. The Bills benched Araiza for Friday night’s preseason finale, and McDermott said afterward that he doesn’t know what the team will do with [more]
Jake Fischer: I have certainly heard that Carmelo's got interest in a reunion. I don't know if the Knicks have much interest there. Source: Spotify What's the buzz on Twitter? Austin Kent @ AustinKent Carmelo Anthony drilling a game winner - his ...
Peyton Manning does the Griddy in his latest NFL Play Football commercial.
Packers quarterback Jordan Love continued to put up mediocre numbers in the third and final preseason game on Thursday night, but Packers coach Matt LaFleur continued to talk up Love’s progress. Love completed 16 of 26 passes for 148 yards with no touchdowns and one interception, but LaFleur said after the game that he thinks [more]
#Bills at #Panthers: 6 things to watch for in preseason Week 3:
Wear and tear concerns aside, the feeling of putting away a pesky opponent for good is a reward unto itself for the team and fans alike.
"That would be my first game since the injury happened, so whatever Coach wants me to do, I’ll do it," KJ Hamler said.
Per one NBA executive, the Lakers have three remaining "obvious" partners they should pursue to make a Westbrook swap in the Indiana Pacers, San Antonio Spurs or Utah Jazz. Source: Eric Pincus @ Bleacher Report What's the buzz on Twitter? Emiliano ...
The NFL fined San Francisco 49ers safety George Odum $5,305 for a uniform violation, telling him that his knee was exposed during a preseason game against the Vikings. Odum says that’s nonsense. Odum tweeted a picture of himself with his pants properly covering his knees and his socks properly pulled up, and said despite that, [more]
Broncos WR KJ Hamler (knee) and OLB Randy Gregory (shoulder) both appear to be on track for Week 1.
The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly will acquire Patrick Beverley from the Utah Jazz in exchange for Talen Horton-Tucker and Stanley Johnson.
Micah Parsons will join Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe every Tuesday during the NFL's regular season on FS1's Undisputed.
The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly will acquire Patrick Beverley from the Utah Jazz in exchange for Talen Horton-Tucker and Stanley Johnson.
Andre Cisco had jokes for his teammates as he reviewed his fellow #Jaguars Madden ratings.
Benenoch only lasts a few weeks with the Jets.
Check out the Big Ticket getting to know association football, or as we call it in the states, soccer.
Thad Moss isn't expected to see a fine for the controversial block.
Would a serious run at the 2023 MVP put him safely inside the top five?
Brandon Johnson might be the Broncos' latest UDFA gem.
Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams has been a first-team All-Pro two years in a row, and that has him thinking about the legacy he’s going to leave in the game of football. Specifically, Adams told The Pivot, he’s thinking about joining the exclusive fraternity of wide receivers in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Adams [more]
Good news for the Broncos: Sam Martin's ankle injury does not seem to be serious.
Jalen Rose is excited for the Detroit Pistons and raised money at the 12th annual Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Celebrity Golf Classic on Monday.
Some questioned the Falcons’ decision to head into the 2022 season with Marcus Mariota, who hasn’t started a game as 2019, as their starting quarterback. But Falcons coach Arthur Smith says Mariota is proving he’s up to the task. Mariota turned in a solid performance on Monday night against the Jets, completing six of 10 [more]
What if things drag on into the 2022-23 regular season? Could the Nets change their tune at some point?
The cornerback battle is reaching its conclusion.
Predicting the next round of Detroit Lions roster cuts from 85 down to 80 players
When you make substantial changes to how a team plays, it can sometimes take a considerable amount of time for the new configuration to find a groove.
During fairly brief comments at the outset of Sunday night’s preseason game between the Ravens and Cardinals, host Curt Menefee casually mentioned that Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson gained 25 pounds this offseason. A source with knowledge of the situation tells PFT that Jackson has not gained 25 pounds. He has indeed gained weight. Based on [more]
How to check out Monday's game against the Falcons.
Anthony Edwards looks like a "monster" in summer workouts. That's the word from the most respected Minnesota Timberwolves beat writer/columnist Jon Krawcyznski. "I have had some conversations with Wolves people over the last couple of weeks here now ...
Pre-load Saints Row now and play ASAP with our tips, with play starting even sooner for Xbox owners thanks to a neat trick.
Daniel Hardy suffered a high ankle sprain Friday and could start the year on injured reserve as a result
Both teams made some very complimentary moves to an already solid roster in the hopes of improving their chances to win the 2023 NBA Championship.
Let's look at 10 players to watch Sunday as the Eagles continue their roster evaluation in the preseason against the Browns. By Dave Zangaro
#Bills held moment of silence for Luke Knox ahead of #Broncos preseason game:
The New York Giants will be without 18 injured players on Sunday night against the Bengals, and that doesn't include IR or PUP players.
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The Chiefs represent a tough matchup for the Commanders, which is terrific for a preseason game. We preview the Chiefs vs. Commanders.
Chris Fedor: Where we are today is the same place that we've been. Collin (Sexton) and his camp want more than what the Cavs are willing to give and what the Cavs think they should give for somebody like Collin. If you're looking at it from the ...
Bleacher Report has named WR Darius Slayton a player the New York Giants should cut before the regular season.
Chris Fedor: The Cavs have had conversations with Dallas about a sign and trade for Collin Sexton. But if you're talking about a sign-and-trade, the Cavs need something back that is going to be valuable to them. And neither the Jazz nor the ...
TV and radio broadcast info, analysis for the Detroit Lions preseason game vs. the Indianapolis Colts
The AmeriCup, the FIBA Americas region championship tournament, takes place Sept. 2-11 in Brazil.
Second-year defensive tackle Marvin Wilson has been nothing short of impressive during the Philadelphia Eagles' training camp in 2022.
The Hollywood actor was reportedly dedicated enough to hire a seaplane to not miss the game.
Unleashed full-time at the point last season, Smart made a convincing case that's where he always should have been.
Seahawks left guard Damien Lewis was carted off the field on Thursday night with what looked like an ugly injury, but coach Pete Carroll said after the game that Lewis looks like he’s going to be OK. “We were very, very fortunate,” Carroll said. “He had a lateral ankle sprain out of the deal. He [more]
"If you don’t play the preseason games, I don’t think there would be any flaw in that," Broncos RB Melvin Gordon said.
The famed Boston sharpshooter had a unique perspective of how the KG-Ray Allen-Paul Pierce feud was born and died.
"I don’t like the preseason," Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett said.
Pau Gasol will officially get his jersey retired by the Lakers this coming season, and it will be well-deserved.
With the Panthers growing even thinner at TE, Eric Ebron wants his hometown team to come and get him.
"It was spectacular," Nathaniel Hackett said of Baron Browning's first game playing OLB for the Broncos. "He really had some great moves."
If all goes well, #Broncos guard Netane Muti (knee) could return in time for Week 1.
Given his incomparable accolades as the sport's (and maybe ALL sports) ultimate winner and his support of the US Civil Rights movement and other selfless advocacy, we certainly don't think it's too much.
Kevin Byard is joining forces with other NFL stars to invest in the National Cycling League.
Lots of news and notes from Commanders' training camp on Tuesday.
An offensive weapon is getting the attention of the right people at Bengals training camp.
Lions head coach Dan Campbell is encouraged by CB Jeff Okudah's play vs. Falcons in Detroit's preseason opener
On Tuesday, the Panthers had former Broncos and Texans LB Josh Watson on hand for a visit.
The Steelers shuffled the deck at linebacker to kick off the week. The team announced the signing of James Vaughters to their 90-man roster. Tuzar Skipper was waived with an injury designation in a corresponding move. Vaughters entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2015 and bounced around the league for a bit [more]
With Jayson Tatum, Robert Williams III, and Jaylen Brown on their roster, it probably shouldn't surprise.
The Broncos activated one of their biggest offseason acquisitions on Monday, four weeks from the first regular-season game of 2022. Linebacker Randy Gregory hopes he’ll be ready to go when the game at Seattle rolls around, following offseason shoulder surgery. “That’s the plan,” Gregory told reporters. “Today is a big step going out there and [more]
Coach Dan Campbell already ruled out both Cabinda and Onwuzurike from any activity this week
We expect Russell Wilson to be ranked much higher on this list in 2023.
A potential member of the final roster heads to IR.
Touchdown Wire's Doug Farrar has scoured preseason tape, and here are his Secret Superstars for Week 1 of this NFL preseason.
The Miami Heat can complain they were snubbed.
Baron Browning might be on the verge of a breakout season.
And how might it affect the Boston Celtics?
Jonathan Allen makes the NFL Network top 100 list for the first time in his career.
With Jets quarterback Zach Wilson set for knee surgery, backup Joe Flacco may be the starter in Week One — when the Ravens come to town. Flacco was the Ravens’ first-round draft pick in 2008, won the Super Bowl MVP with them, and played in Baltimore 11 years. Asked about the possibility of facing his [more]
It isn’t often that a rookie punter makes one of the most sensational plays in a preseason game, but Bills punter Matt Araiza did. In Saturday’s preseason game, with the Bills punting from their own 18-yard line, Araiza boomed an 82-yard punt into the end zone, for a 62-yard net. Araiza had a lot of [more]
The Bears opened the preseason with a win over the Chiefs, where it was the rookies who shined.
The Rams and Chargers traded punches on Saturday night, but it was the Rams who came out on top
The Tennessee product dropped by the camp to share his growing store of NBA wisdom with the camp participants.
ESPN's Field Yates: 'I love Gabe Davis this season'
Some inside the Lakers organization reportedly assert they have more trade targets besides Kyrie Irving, Myles Turner and Buddy Hield.
Full highlights of the #Bills' preseason win over the #Colts right here:
Updated Super Bowl LVII odds for the #Bills heading into 2022 preseason:
Some inside the Lakers organization reportedly assert they have more trade targets besides Kyrie Irving, Myles Turner and Buddy Hield.
Packers quarterback Jordan Love, the 2020 first-round pick who has spent most of his career on the sideline watching Aaron Rodgers, played the first half of Friday’s preseason game. He had some bright moments, but also too many inaccurate throws, and didn’t look the way most coaches would want a first-round quarterback to look at [more]
Given his age and possible decline with nearly $200 million owed him and his recent tendency to miss large chunks of the season due to injury, the disaster potential is not minor.
Some inside the Lakers organization reportedly assert they have more trade targets besides Kyrie Irving, Myles Turner and Buddy Hield.
Aidan Hutchinson played just one series in his NFL preseason debut with the Detroit Lions but he made his mark with a tackle for loss.
Carson Wentz is motivated after missteps in Indianapolis and Philadelphia, but the QB isn't focused on addressing his many critics.
Alabama's Christopher Allen (foot) will be sidelined for his first season with the Broncos.
Preseason opener: Detroit Lions (0-0) vs. Atlanta Falcons (0-0): 6 p.m.; Ford Field; Fox 2 (other state TV affiliates); NFL Network; WXYT-FM (97.1).
Horford's defensive abilities in the frontcourt have proven critical to Boston's recent postseason success.
A Celtics season-ticket holder in the 1970s and 80s, Palladino witnessed several Celtics championship seasons in person and called the series that brought Boston Banner 17.
With Melvin Gordon (foot) sidelined and Tyreik McAllister (foot) waived/injured, the Broncos brought in RBs JaQuan Hardy and Stevie Scott III.
Bucks forward Bobby Portis joins the latest episode of Posted Up with Chris Haynes to talk about mentorship, wealth management, the Bucks' offseason and more.
Victor Oladipo, a former teammate of Russell Westbrook, thinks the latter is about to stick it to the rest of the NBA this coming season.
"They were shared repeatedly with people who had absolutely no reason to receive them."
As the preseason kicks into high gear, several former NFL first-round picks find themselves fighting for their livelihood.
Celtics short-timer small forward Jarell Eddie has signed a deal to play in the Basketball Super League.
With Billy Turner and Tom Compton both sidelined, Broncos right tackle Calvin Anderson has a chance to prove he should keep the right tackle job.
Celtics short-timer small forward Jarell Eddie has signed a deal to play in the Basketball Super League.
The Ravens head into tonight’s preseason game against the Titans on an unprecedented winning streak: Baltimore has won 20 consecutive preseason games, the longest streak in NFL history. Baltimore hasn’t lost a preseason game since 2015, and last year the Ravens broke the all-time record for consecutive preseason wins, a record that had previously stood [more]
“Love the city,” former Rockets center Christian Wood says regarding his new NBA home of Dallas. “It’s a little bit calmer than Houston, thank God.”
A.J. Brown has been great at gaining yards after the catch and the Eagles want that to help their offense in 2022. By Dave Zangaro
Doug Farrar's preseason power rankings have the Bills headed to (and winning) Super Bowl LVII. Which teams could knock them out of that dream?
As exhibition games begin in earnest, sharp bettors reveal tips to prevail on wagers that others may dismiss foolish activity.
Mitchell Trubisky remains in the lead in the Steelers’ quarterback competition, but it’s a close three-way race a month before the season. Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin told CBS Sports that if the Steelers had to play a meaningful game this week, Trubisky would start. But Kenny Pickett and Mason Rudolph are performing well enough [more]
Baker Mayfield, who received more praise from Matt Rhule on Monday, seems to be taking control of the Panthers' QB competition.
Reports indicate that head scout Matt Riccardi has left the Nets front office for a position with the Dallas Mavericks.
Saints quarterback Jameis Winston left Monday’s practice early with a foot injury, but everything appears to be fine. Winston feels good and the injury is “nothing to really worry about,” a source told Adam Schefter of ESPN. Last season Winston started the first seven games of the season before suffering a torn ACL. The Saints [more]
The Broncos will be back on the practice field this morning for Day 12 of training camp.
The Steelers announced a pair of roster moves on Monday.
Undrafted rookie Andre Miller (Maine) has made an early impression at New York Giants training camp and may earn himself a roster spot.
WATCH: Sean McDermott downplays #Bills being Super Bowl favorite:
Bill Russell 'was the (expletive)' in Woodson's estimation.
The New York Giants are signing veteran offensive tackle Eric Smith, who was with the team in 2019.
As time passes, more reports surface suggesting this may not have ever occurred.
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert may have a long and successful NFL career without ever playing a single snap in the preseason. When Herbert was a rookie in 2020, there was no preseason because the COVID-19 pandemic canceled it. By 2021, Herbert was coming off a stellar rookie year and Chargers coach Brandon Staley said there [more]
It seems the Lakers and LeBron James are working towards finalizing a contract extension.
The Philadelphia 76ers were ranked 7th in The Athletic's power rankings ahead of the 2022-23 season.
In the latest 2023 mock draft from Touchdown Wire, the New York Giants select Clemson edge rusher Myles Murphy.
We're still not sure why they really needed to put this to the test, though. Maybe they'd lost the ankle weights?
HoopsHype’s @MikeAScotto reports: “Another Rockets player teams are monitoring on the trade market is KJ Martin, who has drawn interest.”
The Jets are taking a look at free agent offensive tackle Duane Brown. Brown visited the Jets on Saturday, according to multiple reports. Jets head coach Robert Saleh said recently that there will be no competition for the starting tackle jobs, with George Fant starting on the left side and Mekhi Becton on the right. [more]
HoopsHype’s @MikeAScotto reports: “Another Rockets player teams are monitoring on the trade market is KJ Martin, who has drawn interest.”
The Eagles have made it through six training camp practices, so it's time for another 53-man roster projection. By Dave Zangaro
The Eagles aren't tackling in training camp? Defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon explained why that's just fine. By Reuben Frank
Kayvon Thibodeaux and the New York Giants defense dominated Friday night's Fan Fest scrimmage at MetLife Stadium.
ESPN: #Bills' 'best position group' is the secondary:
The New York Giants have agreed to an injury settlement with DB Jarren Williams and waived him off of IR.
Dime Dropper: "The showtime lakers they would f-- dominate this era" - Kuz. This was sick to see him give Magic props like this. Kyle Kuzma: Yes they would! Source: Twitter What's the buzz on Twitter? Neil Dalal @ NeilDalal96 Kyle Kuzma still has ...
Saints cornerback Smoke Monday, who suffered what was called a significant knee injury during practice this week, has confirmed he will miss his entire rookie season. Monday wrote on Instagram that he has a torn ACL, while expressing confidence that he’ll come back better. “First of all, let me just say that I’d want to [more]
The New York Giants have claimed DB Nate Meadors off of waivers from the Cleveland Browns.
For the 2022 season, the headsets worn by NFL coaches will be brought to you by the NFL. With Bose out, no one else is in. And no one else will be in until 2023, at the earliest. A source with knowledge of the situation tells PFT that the presence of the NFL logo on [more]
Richard Seymour doesn't get anywhere near the same billing that Tom Brady does, but the defensive lineman was a vital part of the Patriots' dynasty.
Following Tim Patrick's season-ending injury, the Broncos signed ex-USFL wide receiver Darrius Shepherd.
Scottie Pippen has a message for Draymond Green, who recently said the 2017 Warriors would beat the 1998 Bulls in a hypothetical game.
#Bills: 70,000 tickets distributed for Friday's 'Red & Blue' practice:
The Boston Celtics' slate of 2022-23 preseason games will include one of several exhibition contests played in Canada that are part of the NBA Canada series.
The 49ers are willing to endure growing pains and embrace risk in handing the reins over to Trey Lance, a talented but inexperienced QB.
Faverani played for Boston in the 2013-14 NBA season.
The Broncos brought in three running backs, three wide receivers and one quarterback for tryouts on Wednesday.
Faverani played for Boston in the 2013-14 NBA season.
Kendall Fuller, who's respected for his consistent preparation, is starring at Commanders training camp.
The Bears put the pads on for Day 6 of training camp, where Robert Quinn, Jaylon Johnson and more met with the media.
Though his abuse at the hands of Bostonians complicated his relationship with the city, Bill Russell bled green when it came to the Celtics.
A deeper look at what the NFL's investigation found, and the ripple effects it might have on some of the other off-field issues NFL is confronting.
The quarterback position is becoming increasingly more diverse, but recent comments and slights suggest Black QBs are judged with a more critical eye.
After swapping autographs for anime items at Detroit Lions practice, Jamaal Williams said his "nerd" interests stem from his childhood.
The Buccaneers look poised to be a top contender again in the NFC, but does Tampa Bay have proper support to take Tom Brady to the top?
Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden has the second most points among active players who have not won a ring.
Ryan and Tanguay celebrate the life and career of the great Bill Russell.
Sportico says the #Broncos are the 10th-most valuable team in the NFL, with a projected revenue of $540 million in 2022.
The trio will compete for the Dominican National Team in 2023 FIBA World Cup play.
The New York Giants have signed safety Jarrod Wilson and waived DB Jarren Williams with an injury designation.
The Chiefs have their left tackle back in the fold. Orlando Brown, who had skipped the first week of training camp in a contract dispute, will report today and play on the one-year, $16,662,000 contract that comes with the franchise tag. That information comes from Robert Griffin III of ESPN, who was Brown’s teammate for [more]
Saddiq Bey appears to be in a perfect scenario to take the next step to NBA stardom in his third season with the Detroit Pistons.
AJ Brown, the wide receiver who was traded during the draft because the Titans wouldn’t meet his contractual demands and the Eagles would, says subsequent wide receiver contracts have proven that his contract request was not excessive. Brown wrote on Twitter that his own contract was very similar to the ones later signed by 49ers [more]
B/R believes the Philadelphia 76ers should be on the lookout for another backup center before the season begins.
Yet another NFL expert believes Baker Mayfield has the distinct edge over Sam Darnold in the Panthers' ongoing QB battle.
