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Top 10 Greatest NFL Quarterbacks To Never Win MVP
Throughout the storied history of the NFL, there have been remarkable quarterbacks who, despite their exceptional talents and achievements, never claimed the prestigious title of MVP. Peyton Manning, Aaron Rodgers, and Tom Brady have all won at least three MVPs, further cementing their place among the all-time greats. However, not every legendary quarterback has hoisted […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Eli Apple To Join Dolphins On One-Year Deal
Former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple is signing a one-year deal with the Miami Dolphins. This will be Apple's fifth team since being selected by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. With Jalen Ramsey (knee) expected to be out until at least December, Apple provides depth at the […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Luke Schoonmaker Dealing With Partial Plantar Fascia Tear
Dallas Cowboys rookie tight end Luke Schoonmaker (foot) said he is dealing with a partial tear to his plantar fascia, which is apparently a trickier injury to navigate through than a complete tear. However, the Michigan alum is remaining optimistic. "It's been good," said Schoonmaker. "I'm just taking a good pace." He hopes to resume […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
2023 NFL Tight End Power Rankings: All 32 Starting TEs
The tight end position has continued to evolve in the modern game. Once known as blockers that would occasionally catch passes, today's TEs are often extremely athletic and do serious damage as key parts of offensive schemes. While a select few at the position are truly elite pass catchers, many tight ends still handle plenty […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Cole Beasley To Miss Practice Friday
New York Giants wide receiver Cole Beasley (quad) won't practice on Friday after being kneed in the quad, according to Giants head coach Brian Daboll. Beasley signed with the team just before training camp and likely has an uphill battle to make the roster, so any missed practice time is not a good sign. Beasley […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Brian Robinson Feeling Healthy
Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson had an inspiring comeback story last season, playing in an NFL game just under 50 days after being shot in the knee and glute. However, Robinson said he didn't feel like himself once during his rookie campaign, and "all types of things" were going on with his body and his […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Dameon Pierce Noticeably Leaner Heading Into Year 2
Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce is noticeably leaner than he was as a rookie heading into Year 2. The 23-year-old running back said he's been working with a nutritionist and working hard to slim down. As a rookie, the University of Florida product rushed 220 times for 939 yards and four touchdowns, adding 30 […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Diontae Johnson Leaves Practice For Heat-Related Issues
Updating from an earlier report, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson left Friday's practice early due to a heat-related issue, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. This is common early in training camp during one of the hottest times of the year, so Johnson should be OK, and fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Desmond Ridder, Taylor Heinicke Struggling With Deep Passes
Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke are reportedly struggling with deep passes. According to Adnan Ikic of Falcoholic, neither signal-caller has connected on a deep shot through three days of training camp. Last season, Marcus Mariota struggled to connect with Kyle Pitts and Drake London on chunk plays, so it's a worrisome development. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Russell Wilson To Run More In 2023?
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson ranks third all-time in quarterback rushing yards with just under 5,000 yards on his resume, but the 34-year-old racked up just 277 yards on the ground last season -- good for his fewest in a single season with at least 15 games played. The signal-caller appears to be leaner this […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Steelers Utilizing Two-Back Sets With Najee Harris, Jaylen Warren
Pittsburgh Steelers running backs Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren are reportedly getting snaps together in two-back sets during training camp. The team utilized this package a few times late last season, so it will be interesting to see if it becomes a core piece of its offense. If so, Jaylen Warren could see an uptick […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Joe Burrow Could Miss "Several Weeks" With Calf Strain
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (calf) suffered a concerning injury at the end of Thursday's practice and was carted off the field. On Friday, head coach Zac Taylor confirmed Burrow is dealing with a calf strain that will "take several weeks" to heal up. That said, Burrow will be out or limited for the next […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Rashaad Penny or D'Andre Swift the Eagles Primary RB? Fantasy Football Outlook
Philadelphia Eagles running backs Rashaad Penny and D'Andre Swift have each been prolific in small sample sizes since being drafted in the 2018 and 2020 classes respectively, but both have failed to secure big-time workloads thanks to injury concerns. Now, the two explosive RBs are set to be in the same backfield for last year's […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Jalen Tolbert Showing Positive Signs This Offseason
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert is drawing positive reviews from multiple team beat writers this offseason. The 2022 third-round pick was thought to be in line for a role in his rookie campaign but finished with just two receptions for 12 yards in eight games. CeeDee Lamb and Brandin Cooks are established wideouts, but […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Vikings Offensive Coordinator Praises Alexander Mattison
Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison is set to take over the RB1 role after the team moved on from longtime starter Dalvin Cook this offseason. Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips believes Mattison is being slept on ahead of the 2023 campaign. "He's multifaceted in the run game, in pass protection, and then his hands […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Joe Burrow Believed To Have Suffered Calf Strain
Updating from a previous post, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (calf) suffered a calf strain, according to head coach Zac Taylor. While an injury early in camp is never a good thing, a calf strain is mild compared to other potential outcomes. Burrow will likely be out or limited during upcoming practices and preseason games, […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Damien Harris Taking Reps Behind James Cook
Buffalo Bills running back Damien Harris is reportedly taking reps right behind James Cook in training camp. Many expected Harris to have the lead over Latavius Murray to be the Bills' bruiser, so this does not come as a surprise. While Harris will have very few pass-catching opportunities, his touchdown upside could be significant as […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Tank Bigsby Looking Comfortable Catching Passes
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Tank Bigsby is expected to win the RB2 job behind Travis Etienne for 2023. The third-round pick was a high-end runner in the SEC at Auburn, but his pass-catching skills were a question mark during the pre-draft process. According to Jamal St. Cyr of News4Jax.com, Bigsby has been impressive in […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Andy Isabella To Work Out For Bills
Free-agent wide receiver Andy Isabella is set to work out for the Buffalo Bills on Friday. The 26-year-old wide receiver has been unproductive since being selected in the second round of the 2019 NFL draft. Over four seasons, Isabella has played in just 41 games, catching 33 passes for 447 yards and three touchdowns. He […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Joe Burrow Carted Off Field At Training Camp
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow went to the ground grabbing his calf near the end of practice on Thursday. Burrow was briefly looked at by the team's medical staff before being carted off the field. While it's a concerning development for the superstar gun-slinger, it's too early to draw conclusions about his status. Since teams […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
2023 NFL Power Rankings: All 32 NFL Head Coaches Ranked
Being an NFL head coach is not for the faint of heart. While the financial rewards are huge, these unique individuals must eat, sleep, and breathe the game of football, while applying their skills in high-pressure situations. The head coach turnover rate is tremendous as ten new franchise leaders have been hired over the last […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Time To Hang It Up: Five NFL Players That Should Retire Before The Season
NFL athletes are some of the most competitive in the world. Unfortunately, these finely-tuned physical specimens don't always realize when their bodies have had enough punishment. While each of the players on this list could still have some interest from teams next season, none of them are great contributors like they were early in their […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Marvin Mims Jr. Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. has an exciting deep-threat profile that should fit perfectly with Russell Wilson's moonball. The Oklahoma product was the first draft selection of the Sean Payton era, so he could be involved right away. However, Mims missed some on-field work during OTAs with a hamstring issue and is back […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Sean Payton Says Russell Wilson "Still Has It"
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said quarterback Russell Wilson "still has it" and he wasn't the sole reason for Denver's struggles on offense last season. Payton criticized former Broncos head coach and current Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett for the team's inability to avoid pre-snap penalties and called the offensive line play "poor." It […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Jalin Hyatt Will Practice Thursday After Early Wednesday Exit
New York Giants rookie wide receiver Jalin Hyatt left practice early on Wednesday with trainers, but he's expected back on the field for Thursday's on-field work. According to Jordan Raanan of ESPN, Hyatt got "a little hot" near the end of practice and exited early. That said, the 21-year-old wideout seems to be just fine. […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Calvin Ridley Chose Jaguars Over Multiple Teams
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley said the Atlanta Falcons gave him a list of six or seven teams that made acceptable offers for his services at last year's trade deadline. "I think it's a perfect spot for me," Ridley said. "I had an opportunity to choose from a bunch of different teams, and that's […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Rams Had "Unanimous Agreement" To Keep Matthew Stafford For 2023
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was in the trade rumor headlines this offseason, but head coach Sean McVay said the organization was in "unanimous agreement" to keep the veteran quarterback for at least one more season. Stafford struggled through elbow and spinal cord injuries in his 14th NFL campaign last year, throwing for just […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Tony Pollard Ready To Take On Larger Workload
Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard (ankle) has backed up Ezekiel Elliott since entering the NFL in 2019, but the 26-year-old running back is now in line to be the primary back in one of the league's top offenses. Pollard suffered an ankle injury in the NFC Divisional Round loss to the San Francisco 49ers […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Dalvin Cook Visiting Jets This Weekend
Former Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is flying to New York to visit with the Jets this weekend. The visit comes after quarterback Aaron Rodgers took a massive pay cut in order for the team to have more flexibility. Last season, Cook rushed 264 times for 1,173 yards and eight touchdowns, adding 39 receptions […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago
Is Jahmyr Gibbs or David Montgomery the Lions RB1? Fantasy Football Outlook
Detroit Lions running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery both have plenty of fantasy football intrigue heading into 2023. The pair of running backs will operate in one of last season's best offenses behind a top-tier offensive line. Naturally, fantasy managers are wondering which running back will start for Detroit and what each of their […]
Jackson Sparks 2 years ago