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Jets' Breece Hall says Christian McCaffrey 'sets the standard' for RBs, wants to see 'where I stand' compared to him

Despite returning to play after a torn ACL that cut short a promising rookie year, New York Jets running back Breece Hall came back strong in his sophomore season, ranking fourth in all-purpose yards with 1,584 and collecting nine total touchdowns in 2023. Hall especially found a groove near the end of the season, recording…

NFL Fantasy Football Podcast: Cheat Sheet: George Kittle sheds nearly 30 pounds + Tips for drafting in a 16-man PPR league

Marcas Grant and Michael F. Florio answer listeners’ questions in the latest NFL Fantasy Cheat Sheet livestream. This week the duo reacts to George Kittle revealing that he has lost nearly 30 pounds in offseason recovery and the potential impact on his performance. Also, they discuss Brock Bowers‘ ceiling amid the Raiders’ crowded pass-catching corps….

Kayvon Thibodeaux: 'You have no choice but to be great' when you have shoes to fill like Giants legends

Sometimes it takes looking back to see the way forward. For linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux, his appreciation of the many Giants pass-rushing greats to come before him has provided continued inspiration to become the next in line, something he alluded to Thursday during the team’s “A Night with Legends” event. “I mean, L.T. (Lawrence Taylor) back…

Lions legend Barry Sanders reveals recent 'health scare' related to his heart

Detroit Lions legend and Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders announced Friday that he experienced a heart-related “health scare” last weekend. “Over Father’s Day weekend, I experienced a health scare related to my heart,” Sanders wrote in a statement posted on social media. “It was unexpected and served as a reminder of…

2024 NFL All-Breakout Team, Offense: Bryce Young can bounce back; Bills will lean on young playmakers

2024 NFL All-Breakout Team, Offense: Bryce Young can bounce back; Bills will lean on young playmakers

Offensive breakouts Defensive breakouts Former NFL player and scout Bucky Brooks knows the ins and outs of this league, providing keen insight in his notebook. In today’s installment, he spotlights 11 offensive players poised to make noise in 2024. With mandatory minicamp in the rearview and training camp a month away, it’s summer break in…

Eagles TE Dallas Goedert eager to play in Kellen Moore's offense, continue career in Philadelphia

Dallas Goedert is nothing if not consistent. The seventh-year Eagles tight end has tallied no fewer than 46 catches in every season since 2019, but no more than 59. He’s enjoyed at least three touchdowns in each of his six seasons. but his career-high total is just five, achieved in his second year in the…

Broncos hire ex-Stanford coach David Shaw as senior personnel executive

The Denver Broncos have added a high-profile member to the front office. The team announced on Thursday that it has named former Stanford head coach David Shaw as a senior personnel executive. Shaw, the winningest coach in Stanford history, stewarded the Cardinal from 2011 to 2022 when he stepped down. A four-time Pac-12 Coach of…

Taulia Tagovailoa, brother of Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, signs with CFL's Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Taulia Tagovailoa is putting his NFL aspirations on hold and heading north. Tagovailoa, a rookie out of Maryland and the younger brother of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, has signed with the Canadian Football League’s Hamilton Tiger-Cats practice squad, the team announced Monday. The signing comes in the aftermath of Tagovailoa going undrafted this spring….

Jerry Jones 'floored' by Cowboys' loss, has no comment on Mike McCarthy's future

Is Jerry Jones still pleased with his head coach? Sunday’s Super Wild Card Game couldn’t have helped. Head coach Mike McCarthy’s status felt a bit shaky prior to Sunday, so naturally, there was a crowd around the Dallas Cowboys’ owner after their shocking 48-32 loss to the Green Bay Packers. “This seems like the most…

Jaguars signing CB Tyson Campbell to four-year, $76.5 million extension

The Jaguars have inked another homegrown talent to a massive long-term deal. Jacksonville is signing cornerback Tyson Campbell to a four-year, $76.5 million contract extension, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Tuesday. The deal includes $53.4 million in effectively guaranteed salary, Rapoport added. The team has since announced Campbell’s extension, The $19.125 million per…