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It is never too early to start looking at the waiver wire. Even if you just collected the top five players on the board as part of some vast conspiracy against the rest of your league, you will need waivers at some point. Flawed rosters and impeccable drafts alike all need waivers… likely sooner than […]
Brian Flores will test the Green Bay Packers’ rebuilt offensive line with Harrison Smith and Joshua Metellus in the Minnesota Vikings’ pressure package.
The Daily Slop – 7 September 2026 Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders links Articles The Athletic (paywall) […]
The Carolina Panthers are entering the 2026 season in a weird place. On the surface, the wheels are falling off before the bus has even left the station. Their two starting offensive tackles, Taylor Moton and Ikem Ekwonu, are on various reserve lists, along with starting defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton, and all are expected to […]
It took a second chance at life and a Hail Mary for the Michigan Wolverines to beat the Western Michigan Broncos on Saturday night as 27.5-point favorites. What would have been the worst loss since Appalachian State was unjustly given to them by the football gods. Western Michigan possessed the ball for more than 40 […]
When the game gets underway this Sunday at US Bank Stadium, the Minnesota Vikings will host the Green Bay Packers. […]
It’s a work day at One Buc Palace today. The players have returned for the march to Cincinnati on Sunday. Opening day! One minor but interesting nugget on today’s docket is the Bucs are scheduled to vote for 2026 captains. […] The post Intriguing Bucs Captains Vote Coming Today appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
The wait is finally over. After months of draft preparation, training camp reports, preseason hype, and endless debates about Average Draft Position (ADP), fantasy football managers can finally set real lineups for games that count. Week 1 is always one of the most challenging weeks of the season because fantasy managers must balance offseason expectations […]
Just over one week after being released as part of final roster cuts, former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Dean Lowry has a new home. According to ESPN NFL Insider Jeremy Fowler, Lowry is planning on signing with the New York Giants’ practice squad. Fowler reported the news moments ago on X. Veteran DL Dean Lowry […]
While presenting a massive departure from the team's usual pregame preparations, San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey said the trip to Australia has been a "cool experience."
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2026 season begins in less than one week. A new chapter for the organization to begin writing as Mike McCarthy replaces Mike Tomlin. As usual, I like to offer 10 thoughts of mine about the team’s upcoming season. We’ll revisit these feelings and predictions after the year to see what I got […]
The tight end position can be one of the most frustrating spots in fantasy football. Every year managers spend countless hours debating matchups, target shares, and touchdown upside, only to watch a random waiver-wire tight end outscore their starter. That's why elite options are so valuable. If you drafted Trey McBride or Brock Bowers, congratulations—you […]
So, if the Bucs have a repeat of last year and do a faceplant in the second half of the season, who takes the fall? Will it be Baker Mayfield, whose contract will be up after the Super Bowl? Or will […] The post Todd Bowles’ Hot Seat appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Could the Bucs have a strong defense this year? There’s a chance. But recent history suggests that happening would be something of an outlier. Since Bucs coach Todd Bowles came to town, only once has the defense not been ranked […] The post Big Prediction For Bucs Defense appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
Week 1 running back decisions can be some of the toughest calls of the season because workload, offensive roles, and game plans are still projections rather than established trends. However, there are a couple of players you don't need to overthink. If you drafted Jahmyr Gibbs or Bijan Robinson, these are set-and-forget running backs who […]
Welcome to your Morning Cup of Joe, an eye-opener to help Joe’s readers ease into their busy workday with a few football links, wacky news and a pleasant distraction. Distraction of the Day Mike Evans says he loves the food […] The post Morning Cup Of Joe appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
The opening kickoff is on the horizon, so be sure your rosters are fine-tuned for success with all-around Week 1 fantasy football waiver-wire pickups and adds for the 2026 fantasy football season! Roster cuts have hit, those unofficial depth charts are in, and everyone is hanging on every piece of beat-writer speculation that we can […]
Last night’s was the first Cardinal football game since The Professor passed away. He loved college football. He loved the U of L Cards. His spirit force was strong with me during last night’s opener, a self inflicted 38-41 L to Ole Miss in the Music City Something or Another in NashVegas. Specifically felt his […]
The 2026 NFL season is days away, and the expectations are at an all-time high for Zac Taylor and the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals have completely revamped their roster and will look to snap the three-year playoff drought. Dexter Lawrence, Bryan Cook, and Jonathan Allen are set to get the Bengals’ defense back on track, […]
Whether it's on social media, in the comments of our Dealin' the Cards podcast, or just in conversation with different fans of the St. Louis Cardinals, one topi
Week 1 wide receiver decisions can be tricky because matchups, target competition, and offensive roles can change from season to season. However, there are a few players you don't need to overthink. If you drafted Ja'Marr Chase, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Puka Nacua, or Jaxon Smith-Njigba, these are set-and-forget wide receivers who belong in your lineup […]
Harrison Smith gives the Minnesota Vikings proven versatility, but his contract raises questions about their confidence in Jakobe Thomas and Jacob Thomas.
Emari Demercado could quickly become the primary backup running back for the Dallas Cowboys.
If it were up to former Patriots superstar Stephon Gilmore, there's a good chance Christian Gonzalez would miss the season opener.
Happy Labor Day, Jets fans! Here are your holiday links as the countdown to the season opener reaches less than one week. Eric Allen – After Mini-Break, Jets Dive Into Preparation for the Titans Antwan Staley – 2026 Jets preview: Aaron Glenn, Geno Smith look to lead Gang Green on surprise run Steve Serby – […]
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