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Raiders asst. GM Champ Kelly on 'coin toss' decision to draft Brock Bowers: 'Can't confirm that at all' 

Literal or metaphorical, the Las Vegas Raiders had a coin-flip call with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Vegas selected tight end Brock Bowers with the pick, but apparently, the decision was close. According to Detroit Lions rookie cornerback Terrion Arnold, Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce told him it was a…

Ravens' Isaiah Likely on Derrick Henry addition: 'You have to worry about everybody going the distance'

The signing of Derrick Henry headlined a relatively quiet offseason for the Baltimore Ravens, but the lone addition of a Hall of Fame-worthy running back figures to be the missing piece for an offense already loaded with talent. It’s why tight end Isaiah Likely foresees big problems for opposing teams trying to defend an “electric”…

Colts LB Zaire Franklin anxious to play Texans, C.J. Stroud: 'I need to see that boy again'

Zaire Franklin‘s play over the past two seasons has forced the AFC South to take notice. Some of his comments recently might get the Indianapolis Colts’ rivals chatting a bit, as well. Having come up a win short of the division title — and a playoff spot — last season following a loss to the…

Vikings DC Brian Flores compares first-rounder Dallas Turner to Dont'a Hightower 

As defensive players tumbled during the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings jumped up from No. 23 to No. 17 to snag edge rusher Dallas Turner. The move wasn’t cheap (they sent four draft picks), but the Vikings added a player many analysts pegged as a top-10 selection. Brian Flores’ defense…

Packers OC Adam Stenavich: Offense ready to take 'next step' in 2024 with more experienced roster

Last season, not only were the Green Bay Packers starting the Jordan Love era at quarterback, but the pass-catching corps was uber-green, with first- and second-year players littering the group. After finishing the campaign strong, the Packers enter the 2024 offseason in a much more secure position. “Oh, it’s night and day,” offensive coordinator Adam…

Former Bills HC, Broncos Orange Crush architect Joe Collier dies at 91

DENVER — Joe Collier, the former Buffalo Bills head coach and architect of the Denver Broncos’ famed “Orange Crush” defense, has died. He was 91. The Broncos said Collier’s family confirmed that he died at his Littleton, Colorado, home on Monday night. “Joe Collier is one of the most impactful coaches in the history of…