The Baltimore Ravens’ concerns about edge rusher Maxx Crosby’s health before nixing their deal with the Las Vegas Raiders were apparently more about his long-term durability rather than his viability for the 2026 season. Baltimore discovered that Crosby had a “degenerative knee issue” that would cause issues beyond the 2026 season during its medical exam … Read more
Lavonte David is retiring after playing all 14 seasons of his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. David made the announcement Tuesday at the team’s practice facility. “I feel it’s time to move on and find a different path in life, be a dad to that amazing little girl over there,” David said. “Having … Read more
As expected, Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider has locked up his team’s most explosive playmaker for the foreseeable future. The Seahawks and wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who is the reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year, have agreed to a four-year, $168.6 million contract extension. The average annual salary of $42.15 million makes Smith-Njigba … Read more
Bookmakers get creative when it comes to odds they make available for the NFL Draft. And among the most interesting and fun markets is Mr. Irrelevant. The player who’s drafted with the final pick gets the Mr. Irrelevant distinction because, more often than not, his career in the league is a forgettable one. There are, … Read more
The NFL never sleeps, not even in March amid free agency’s doldrums and still a month away from the draft. Last week, the Denver Broncos traded a first-round pick (and more) to the Miami Dolphins for receiver Jaylen Waddle. The Kansas City Chiefs traded with the New York Jets for QB Justin Fields. And the … Read more
PORTLAND, Ore. — At Adidas’ North American Headquarters last week, Fernando Mendoza held a cleat in his hands that, uncharacteristically, didn’t have the three diagonal stripes the brand is known for. Not yet. That’s because this shoe is a prototype, still in the design process. Those distinctive stripes will be the finishing touch. But first, … Read more
LOS ANGELES – For Tom Brady, throwing the football is like riding a bike – something perfected over time that never leaves your muscle memory. And during practice for Saturday’s inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic, it certainly looked like Brady had spent some time working and preparing for his return to competitive play. “I feel … Read more
BMO Stadium (Los Angeles) – Put some respect on his name. USA Football player Darrell Doucette spoke for the rest of his teammates after manhandling some of the best NFL players in the game, winning the inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Championship on Saturday. An emotional and teary-eyed Doucette was thankful for the opportunity for his … Read more
While many NFL teams have bolstered their rosters through early free agency and the trade market, all 32 teams still have holes — of various sizes — as we approach the draft. So, what is each team’s biggest need? Let’s break that down for each NFC team — along with the ideal fit to fill each … Read more
Spring is a time filled with hope for most NFL fans. Their teams are spending money on new players that will surely help them win. Some are bringing in better coaches. And the draft is right around the corner and will surely bring even more good news. At least that’s how it seems. But I’m … Read more