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Kenny Pickett Hasn't Secured Backup Role
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Kenny Pickett was dealt to the organization following two underwhelming seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The former first-round pick out of Pittsburgh University threw for just 4,474 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions in 25 starts to begin his career. The Eagles didn't give up much to acquire him, but he is […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJalen Nailor, Brandon Powell Listed As Co-Starters In WR3 Role
Minnesota Vikings wide receivers Jalen Nailor and Brandon Powell were listed as co-starters in the No. 3 role on the team's first unofficial depth chart. The wideout spot behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison is open following the departure of K.J. Osborn, and the pair of pass-catchers are the prime candidates to fill that gap. […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJustin Simmons Visiting Saints On Wednesday
Veteran free-agent and former All-Pro safety Justin Simmons is set to meet with the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday, according to NFL insider Adam Schefter. The 30-year-old has been patient this offseason after being released by the Denver Broncos following an eight-year career with the organization that included four All-Pro selections and two Pro Bowl […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoChargers Sign Quarterback Luis Perez
The Los Angeles Chargers signed quarterback Luis Perez on Tuesday, the team announced on X. The 29-year-old has had brief stints with three NFL squads, but he has played most of his professional career in the USFL, XFL, and UFL. The Texas A&M Commerce product spent the spring with the Arlington Renegades and led the […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoWho is the 49ers Backup Running Back in 2024 Fantasy Football?
The 2024 NFL season has yet to begin, but there is already a key injury that has people wondering who the backup running back for the 49ers is. Star ball carrier and pass-catching weapon Christian McCaffrey is dealing with a calf injury that could sideline him for multiple weeks, and even if he's ready for […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoDevaughn Vele A Sleeper That Could Make Broncos Roster
Denver Broncos wide receiver Devaughn Vele was a seventh-round selection in the 2024 NFL Draft, meaning his path to making the opening-day roster will be challenging. However, Broncos reporter Benjamin Allbright said he is likely ahead of fourth-round rookie Troy Franklin on the depth chart, so he could have a realistic shot. The 26-year-old caught […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJonathan Mingo Occupying Starting Role
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jonathan Mingo is listed ahead of first-round rookie Xavier Legette (foot) on the team's first unofficial depth chart. Mingo struggled in his rookie campaign after being selected in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Ole Miss product caught just 43 of his 85 targets for 418 yards and […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoXavier Gipson Listed As Starter For Jets
New York Jets wide receiver Xavier Gipson is listed ahead of third-round rookie Malachi Corley as a starter on the team's first released depth chart. It's worth noting these depth charts aren't official yet, but team reporter Rich Cimini said Gipson has worked ahead of Corley during training camp. Gipson went undrafted out of Stephen […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoSam LaPorta Misses Monday's Practice With Toe Injury
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (toe) did not participate in the team's joint practice with the New York Giants on Monday, as he is reportedly dealing with a toe injury. However, head coach Dan Campbell said the ailment is not a concern. At this point in the offseason, teams are likely to be extra […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoMike Gesicki Day-To-Day With "Tightness"
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki (undisclosed) is reportedly dealing with "tightness" and is considered "day-to-day," according to head coach Zac Taylor. While it's never ideal to miss time or be limited in practice, this should not be much of a concern. The veteran from Penn State has racked up 260 receptions for 2,861 yards […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoMRI Reveals No Significant Damage To Xavier Legette's Foot
Carolina Panthers rookie first-round wide receiver Xavier Legette (foot) underwent an MRI on Monday after leaving practice early on Sunday, and tests revealed that he did not suffer a fractured foot. This is great news for the rookie first-rounder out of South Carolina, but he is being labeled "day-to-day" and is not expected to play […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoHarrison Butker Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Kicker
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker agreed to a four-year, $25.6 million deal that includes $17.8 million guaranteed, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. The deal makes him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL in terms of average salary ($6.4 million), passing Baltimore's Justin Tucker ($6 million) and Philadelphia's Jake Elliott ($6 million). The 29-year-old […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoCollege Football Strength of Schedule Rankings - Top 25 Toughest Schedules (2024)
The calendar has turned to August, meaning the 2024 college football season begins this month! This is sure to be one of the most exciting college football seasons in years due to conference realignment and the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff. With 12 teams making it to the end-of-year showdown, more regular-season games could act […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoAlec Pierce "Firmly" A Starter
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce saw his fantasy stock drop after the team selected former Texas wide receiver Adonai Mitchell in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft. However, Mitchell has struggled early in training camp, and Pierce remains ahead of him on the depth chart. As it stands now," James Boyd of […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoAdonai Mitchell Quiet So Far In Training Camp
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Adonai Mitchell is struggling to make an impact early in his first NFL training camp, according to James Boyd of the Athletic. "Mitchell has not been the same playmaker he was during the spring when the rookie seemingly made a noteworthy catch every practice." Boyd wrote. "But the second-round pick has […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoSamson Nacua Signed By Saints
The New Orleans Saints signed wide receiver Samson Nacua on Friday, the team announced on X. The brother of 2023 breakout star Puka Nacua spent four seasons at Utah before one year at BYU in 2021 and tallied 103 receptions for 1,344 yards and 14 touchdowns in 58 collegiate games. He went undrafted and last […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJosh Jacobs Says He's Not Injured
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (groin) is reportedly nursing a groin injury, but the former Las Vegas Raider said it's not really an injury, and he's dealing with a minor "tweak." He also said he would be ready to play in a game if it was this week. In all likelihood, the organization […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoDeMario Douglas Ditches Red Non-Contact Jersey
New England Patriots wide receiver Demario Douglas (hand) has been dealing with a hand injury and wearing a red non-contact jersey at the start of training camp. However, he took the field on Friday with a white jersey, signifying he has been fully cleared. It's promising to see him recover well before the start of […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoElijah Moore Being Evaluated For Concussion
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (head) exited Friday's practice after a collision with defensive back Denzel Ward, and he is being evaluated for a concussion. The 24-year-old suffered a scary-looking head or neck injury last December, so this is not a great development. Further information will likely come out on his status, so there […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoGiants To Manage Darius Slayton's Reps In Camp
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton is having his practice participation scaled back as he deals with general tightness in training camp, according to Dan Duggan of the Athletic. It sounds like the former Auburn Tiger does not have a serious injury, but the team is being cautious with him early in the preseason. […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoGeno Smith "Shouldn't Miss Any Time"
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (knee/hip) had testing done on his injured knee and hip, and tests did not reveal anything significant. According to one of Adam Schefter's sources, Smith "shouldn't miss any time." This is great news for the longtime journeyman turned solid starter heading into 2024. Smith has thrown for nearly 8,000 yards, […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoTyrell Shavers Could Crack Bills Roster
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Tyrell Shavers was an undrafted free-agent signing out of San Diego State last offseason, and according to Nick Wojton of the Bills Wire, he could be trending toward making the team's 53-man roster this season. "With a need for wide receivers, it was always likely that the "training camp darling" in […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoWideout Daurice Fountain Impresses With First-Team Reps
Detroit Lions wide receiver Daurice Fountain has played in just eight games since entering the NFL in 2018 as a fifth-round pick out of Northern Iowa. He has just two receptions for 23 yards on his resume. However, the 28-year-old got first-team reps last week while third-year wideout Jameson Williams was out of action, and […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJosh Reynolds "Jumped Out" In Wednesday's Practice
Denver Broncos wide receiver Josh Reynolds signed a two-year, $9 million contract to join the organization this offseason, and given the lack of high-end receiving weapons on the roster, he should play a significant role in 2024. The former Los Angeles Ram, Tennessee Titan, and Detroit Lion has impressed so far during his first training […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoKenneth Walker III Showing Out This Summer
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III has hit the ground running since being selected in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft. The former Doak Walker Award winner has racked up 1,955 rushing yards and 17 rushing touchdowns in his first 30 pro contents. Heading into Year 3, he has reportedly impressed the […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoKene Nwangwu Seeing More Reps At Running Back
Minnesota Vikings running back Kene Nwangwu has seen more reps this summer than in years past, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic. Lewis said he remains the third back on the depth chart behind Ty Chander, but this development is still noteworthy considering Nwangwu has just 27 career carries across 37 games. The speedster […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoTristan Wirfs Reaches $140 Million Extension With Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs agreed to a four-year, $140 million contract extension that includes $88 million guaranteed to remain with the organization long-term. The former No. 13 overall pick out of Iowa was the team's first NFL Draft selection after adding quarterback Tom Brady ahead of the 2020 campaign, and he proved […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJoe Milton III Has Had "Solid" Start To Camp
New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III was selected in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft following a six-year college career. The six-foot-five gun-slinger spent his final three seasons at Tennessee and started in 16 games. Last year, he completed 64.5% of his passes for 2,769 yards, 20 touchdowns, and five interceptions and […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoJa'Lynn Polk, Javon Baker Have Been "As Advertised"
New England Patriots rookie wide receivers Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker figure to play significant roles in their rookie seasons given the weak group of veteran pass-catchers on the roster. Evan Lazar of Patriots.com reports that the rookie duo has been "as advertised" to start training camp. "Polk has been featured with other regulars in […]
Jackson Sparks 5 months agoAndrei Iosivas The No. 3 WR In Cincinnati?
The Cincinnati Bengals drafted Alabama wide receiver Jermaine Burton in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but 2023 sixth-round pick Andrei Iosivas could have a lead on him in the battle for the WR3 job following Tyler Boyd's departure. "For all the hype of Burton and his potential to make an impact filling […]
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