Abraham Lucas Limited After Having Shoulder Surgery
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that offensive tackle Abraham Lucas (shoulder) had shoulder surgery this offseason, which is why he's been limited at organized team activities. However, Carroll said Lucas should be ready for the start of the regular season. Lucas was the 72nd overall pick in last year's draft and managed to […]
Sam Howell Receives Praise From Eric Bieniemy
Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was quick to praise quarterback Sam Howell after organized team activities on Thursday. "His demeanor does not change … and I will say this: he autocorrects himself as well," Bieniemy said. While Howell will compete with Jacoby Brissett in training camp this summer, the 22-year-old Howell is expected to […]
Justin Fields Putting In The Work
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said "no one has worked harder than Justin Fields in this offseason," dating back to February. Defensive coordinator Alan Williams is already seeing improvement in Fields' leadership, decision-making and accuracy during organized team activities. The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain said Fields' work leading the offense in a two-minute drill that […]
C.J. Stroud Impressing At OTAs
Houston Texans rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud, the second overall pick in this year's NFL draft, has really impressed the coaching staff at organized team activities this week. Head coach DeMeco Ryans said Stroud has been "eye-opening" and has "seized" first-team snaps on offense over Davis Mills. Stroud is also already looking more comfortable running the […]
Florio's Football Show: Cardinals, Cowboys, Jets Offensive Outlooks
Michael F. Florio is answering listener questions on this weeks episode. How bad may the Cardinals offense be this year? Will the Cowboys be better with Mike McCarthy calling plays? How balanced will the Jets be with Aaron Rodgers? Florio discusses all that plus dives deep on Travis Etienne, Saquon Barkley and the Seahawks receivers. […]
Rashawn Slater Is 100 Percent Healthy
Los Angeles Chargers left tackle Rashawn Slater (biceps) tore his bicep muscle in Week 3 last year and didn't play again the rest of the season. However, he said his bicep has been "100 percent" healthy for at least the last couple of months. He has been training with personal offensive-line trainer Duke Manyweather alongside […]
Zion Johnson Moving To Left Guard
Los Angeles Chargers offensive guard Zion Johnson is moving back to his natural position at left guard this year, and he will now be playing between Rashawn Slater and Corey Linsley. That trio on the left side of the offensive line could turn into a scary weapon for the Chargers as they attempt to improve […]
Browns Prioritizing Deep Passing Game
Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt said that the team is making improving their deep passing game in 2023 a priority this offseason. The Browns are looking for more explosive plays deep down the field this year, which should be good news for quarterback Deshaun Watson, and wide receivers Marquise Goodwin, Donovan Peoples-Jones, Elijah […]
Mac Jones Says Offensive Process Has Been Normal
New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones seems pleased with the team's offensive process this offseason under new offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien after the offense was a disaster in his second NFL season in 2022. "It's been really good. It's been normal," Jones said. "I think everything he's done so far has been really good." Jones […]
49ers "Incredibly Encouraged" By Brock Purdy's Progress
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch said "the early returns are good" and that the 49ers are "incredibly encouraged" by quarterback Brock Purdy's (elbow) recovery after he had surgery to fix a torn UCL in his right elbow around three months ago. Purdy resumed throwing this week, and the team is hoping he will […]
Old Faces in New Places: Five NFL Stars Changing Teams in 2023
We have reached the halfway point of the offseason, and unfortunately, the more exciting half has already passed. The NFL Draft is the best part of the offseason, but free agency and the trade market also play a critical role in teams' efforts to improve their rosters. Now, let’s look at the top five stars […]
Tom Brady Could Potentially Hold Multiple Roles In Vegas
Free-agent quarterback Tom Brady remains retired. Yet, it appears the multi-time Super Bowl Champion has a better chance of suiting up, even while owning a part of the Raiders. It seemed impossible, but TMZ has since reported that 24 teams, not 32, could vote in favor of Brady holding multiple roles with the franchise. However, […]
Is Kyle Trask Or Baker Mayfield The Buccaneers Starting QB? Fantasy Football Outlook
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are entering a rebuilding process. While the team had made the playoffs the past three years and won Super Bowl LV, things changed this offseason. Tom Brady retired a few months ago, leaving the Buccaneers with a significant hole at the quarterback position. Tampa Bay signed Baker Mayfield in free agency […]
Aaron Rodgers Is Fine
New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh said that quarterback Aaron Rodgers (calf) is "fine," but he will be limited in organized team activities on Wednesday. The Jets are working to get Rodgers practicing in full by next week. The hope is that the 39-year-old future Hall of Famer will be back practicing in full […]
2023 Fantasy Football Burning Questions: Quarterbacks
For many fantasy football managers, the season never ends. All throughout the offseason and preseason, they spend so much time considering the outlooks of possible difference-making players for the upcoming year. So it’s never too early to tackle the biggest questions at each position in advance of the 2023 campaign. I will be providing answers […]
Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask Splitting First-Team Reps This Offseason
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers appear ready to hold a true quarterback competition to decide who will take over as QB1 after Tom Brady's retirement. Both Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask have been splitting first-team reps this offseason, with both getting equal reps according to head coach Todd Bowles. While neither signal-caller is a very inspiring […]
Brock Purdy Expected To Be Ready By The Start Of The Season
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (elbow) is expected to be around 100% by the start of the 2023 regular season, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Purdy tore his right ulnar collateral ligament in last year's NFC Championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles and had the ligament surgically repaired this offseason. With Purdy sidelined, Trey […]
Andrew Norwell Placed On PUP List
Washington Commanders guard Andrew Norwell (hip) has been placed on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. The move takes him off the 90-man roster, and he's likely to be released once he can pass a physical. Norwell started 16 games for Washington after signing with the team last offseason, but his time with the […]
Josh Allen Among The Best Big-Play Producers
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen ranks ninth on NFL.com's Nick Shook's list of most explosive runners from a season ago. He was among the premier big-play producers in 2022, managing to gain 10-plus yards over expected 10 times last year. Allen also had 44 runs of 15-plus mph and 26 runs that gained 10-plus yards. […]
Dynasty Price Check - Justin Fields
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields had a tremendous breakout season in 2023, becoming just the third-ever signal-caller to top 1,000 yards rushing. He joined the elite group of Lamar Jackson and Michael Vick as the only quarterbacks to do so. That's pretty good company, to say the least. However, Chicago posted a 3-14 record – […]
Will Travis Etienne Jr. See A Full Workload In 2023? Fantasy Football Outlook
Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. was a first-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Etienne had an excellent college career, totaling 686 rushing attempts for 4,952 yards and 70 touchdowns. Furthermore, he had 102 receptions for 1,155 receiving yards and eight touchdowns during his four years at Clemson. While fantasy players were excited […]
Jon Gruden Helping Saints, Derek Carr Install Offense
The New Orleans Saints have brought in former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden to help quarterback Derek Carr and the offensive coaching staff install their new offense under head coach Dennis Allen. Since being drafted in the second round in 2014, Carr had spent his entire career with the Raiders. Carr and Gruden […]
Daniel Jones Impressed With Darren Waller
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones has enjoyed getting to know new tight end Darren Waller at organized team activities this spring. "But he's like a true 6-foot-6. He's a true 250, 260 (pounds) and can fly and can run, can run all the routes. He's just an impressive athlete. And, yeah, he's just been […]
Is Jimmy Garoppolo Healthy Or Injured? Fantasy Football Injury Update
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is once again dealing with an injury issue. This isn't the first time he's had to cope with setbacks, and it likely won't be his last. The newly acquired gunslinger has been prone to getting hurt over the course of his career, and fantasy managers are getting increasingly frustrated. […]
Jimmy Garoppolo's Contract Has Waiver Included
According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Focus, Jimmy Garoppolo's (foot) contract with the Raiders contains an injury clause, permitting the franchise to void the deal he signed in March if he can't pass a physical heading into the 2023-24 campaign. The veteran signal-caller suffered a left foot injury in December while still a member […]
C.J. Stroud NFL Rookie Profile - Fantasy Football Quarterback Outlook
Former Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud has faced lofty expectations throughout his football career, and he has not yet disappointed. He joined Ohio State in 2020 as a highly-regarded recruit, and by his second season with the Buckeyes, he had become a dominant passing force. Stroud racked up statistical accomplishments, awards, and wins during his […]
Fantasy Football Outlook for Houston Texans Passing Game with CJ Stroud and Dalton Schultz
The Houston Texans offense is going to look drastically different than it did last year. At least, that’s the hope after using the second overall pick in this year’s 2023 NFL Draft on quarterback C.J. Stroud. The team is hoping he’ll be their franchise quarterback for years to come and can revitalize one of the […]
Terence Steele Limited At OTAs
Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Terence Steele (knee), who tore his ACL and MCL in his left knee in Week 14 of last season against the Houston Texans, was limited during organized team activities this week. The fourth-year offensive lineman has started 40 games in the last three seasons and is a valuable member of the […]
Most Improved NFL Offenses After The 2023 NFL Draft
Oftentimes, fans can get too overzealous and overconfident come draft season. Rookies are always new, fun, and exciting. However, they often take time to develop or adjust to the NFL speed. This is even true for first-rounders. It’s rarely an easy transition from college to NFL producer. There are, however, a few teams who appear […]
USFL DFS Lineup Picks: DraftKings Daily Fantasy Fantasy Advice for Week 7
It's time for Week 7 of USFL action. This season's just flying by, isn't it? We have a big game on Saturday as a pair of 4-2 teams meet as the Breakers "host" the Stallions in Birmingham. (Hopefully in the near future, we can get real home stadiums in this league. It deserves that because […]