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Move the Sticks: Biggest leap draft for teams in the bottom half of offensive and defensive PPG

Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back with a new episode of Move the Sticks. To start off, DJ breaks down an explosive play study he did on Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (3:50). Next, the guys draft 8 teams that will take the biggest leap this season, from the bottom half of offenses in…

NFL Fantasy Football Podcast: New playmakers for Will Levis, Darren Waller's exit, and Smash or Pass: Best Ball ADP

Join Marcas Grant, Michael F. Florio, and LaQuan Jones as they discuss the latest in NFL fantasy football. To kick things off, the trio reacts to the latest NFL headlines, starting with Darren Waller announcing his retirement from the NFL. What does this mean for the Giants’ offense, and who will be the No. 2…

Jets HC Robert Saleh on Aaron Rodgers' minicamp absence: 'There's no issue'

In spite of Aaron Rodgers‘ absence from mandatory minicamp this week, New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh denied on Wednesday that there’s any tension, rift or disconnect with his quarterback. Saleh attempted to clear up any confusion regarding the team’s star QB after telling reporters on Tuesday that Rodgers’ absence was “unexcused.” “Aaron and…

Falcons RB Bijan Robinson ready to 'do whatever it takes to get these wins' in Year 2

Statistically speaking, Bijan Robinson had a pretty good rookie year. He finished with 976 rushing yards, gained at an average of 4.6 yards per tote, scored four rushing touchdowns, caught 58 passes for 487 yards and added another four receiving touchdowns. But there was also an element of the unknown that seemed to trail him…

Packers QB Jordan Love optimistic long-term extension could come before training camp

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love hinted Tuesday that his next contract extension might be in place by the time the team reports for training camp on July 22. “It’s what I’ve heard,” he said Tuesday, via the Associated Press. Love, who is eligible to sign a long-term extension, indicated that his agent has kept…

Russell Wilson feels 'revived in every way' entering first year with Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers 35-year-old quarterback Russell Wilson believes he’s been rejuvenated by the move to Pennsylvania. “Man, I feel the fountain of youth,” Wilson said Tuesday, via Brooke Pryor of ESPN. “I feel revived in every way, mentally, emotionally, spiritually. I feel confident. I think at some point you have to know who you are as…

Kevin O'Connell wants 'competitive environment' for Vikings QBs Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy at training camp

The Minnesota Vikings retooled their quarterback room this offseason, signing Sam Darnold in free agency and drafting national champion J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 overall selection. Heading into training camp in July, the Vikings plan to hold a competition between the two signal-callers for the Week 1 starting gig. Asked Tuesday by Adam Schein…

Chiefs DL BJ Thompson released from hospital following seizure, cardiac arrest

Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman BJ Thompson was released from the hospital Monday night, four days after suffering a seizure and going into cardiac arrest, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported, per Thompson’s agent Chris Turnage. “The family thanks everyone for their prayers and wants to especially thank the Chiefs medical and training staff for…

Commanders HC Dan Quinn on QB Jayden Daniels: 'We'll know' when he's ready to start

Like art, personal growth or sourdough bread, the development timetable for quarterbacks is not a fixed, predetermined process. That’s also the gist of the message coming out of Washington Commanders training camp when it comes to when first-round quarterback Jayden Daniels will be named the team’s starter. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024…

Ravens' Roquan Smith: Derrick Henry still 'has a lot of tread left on that tire' 

The Baltimore Ravens aren’t as concerned with Derrick Henry‘s workload as others might be heading into his age-30 season. Henry has led the NFL in carries in four of the past five seasons. In the only one he came up short, the running back played just eight games due to injury. In three of the…