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There are certain markers to indicate that football season is getting closer. By the time the Little League World Series comes around you know things are serious in that regard. Another landmark of this variety in recent years has been ESPN’s positional rankings. Something they do now is take notes from executives, coaches, and scouts […]
We are slowly but surely getting closer to fantasy football season. As we get into July, many leagues across the world are starting to hold their fantasy drafts, which means it’s time for you to start doing some research. Over the past week, we’ve published our quarterback, wide receiver, running back, and tight end rankings, […] The post Fantasy Football Defense Rankings: Broncos, Patriots and Others appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Minnesota Vikings headed into the 2026 NFL offseason with the goal of upgrading the quarterback position. They were able to do that by signing Kyler Murray after he parted ways with the Arizona Cardinals.Last season, the Vikings handed the keys of the offense over to J.J. McCarthy. Unfortunately, the former Michigan quarterback and first-round […] The post Vikings QB Kyler Murray Could Request Trade From Minnesota appeared first on HEAVY .
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Ravens fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The NFL season is just under two months away! It’s still relatively early to make major […]
Modern football fans don’t just switch off when the referee blows the whistle. Between games, they dig into stats, scroll through social feeds and explore a growing world of online entertainment, and the data shows it’s a genuinely interesting shift. There was a time when football fandom was a pretty simple affair. You’d watch the […] The post From final whistle to full screen and how football fans fill the time between matches appeared first on CaughtOffside .
“I am no different than any man. I bleed if you cut me,” Rod Woodson said back in 1997. For the first time in a decade, that year marked his first offseason when he wasn’t joining his teammates in the Pittsburgh Steelers‘ building. In fact, he was on his way to the San Francisco 49ers […] The post “Really Couldn’t Stand the Steelers”: Rod Woodson Admits Bitterness After Being Forced Out of Pittsburgh appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Mac Jones is entering his sixth NFL season and his second with the San Francisco 49ers, where he has established himself as one of the league’s more reliable backups.Jones started eight games for San Francisco last season while Brock Purdy dealt with an injury, leading the 49ers to a 5-3 record. He finished the year […] The post 49ers’ Mac Jones Admits He Wants to ‘Be the Guy’ Again as NFL Starter appeared first on HEAVY .
Christian Pulisic has a rough World Cup that ended with injury as the United States was eliminated by Belgium in the Round of 16. Pulisic has taken a beating in the press since the final whistle. Carli Lloyd called him…
Lions safety Kerby Joseph, who has been recovering from a major injury from 2025 season, has raised big concerns about his recovery after his recent TikTok video. The post Lions Safety Kerby Joseph’s Latest Viral Video Reignites Recovery Concerns appeared first on HEAVY .
Despite being involved in several trade rumors throughout the offseason for an edge presence, general manager Ryan Poles and the front office have yet to pull the trigger on one. They also didn’t select an edge rusher until their final pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The main name that keeps swirling is Las Vegas Raiders superstar Maxx Crosby; however, that seems like a far-fetched wish at this point. The name that has recently been making waves in the Bears’ trade market is Arizona Cardinals line...
The Tennessee Titans have experienced significant roster turnover over the past decade. From being the No. 1 seed in the AFC to having the first pick, Titans fans have seen it all. Tennessee has landed All-Pro players like Jeffery Simmons in the draft and quality starters like Peter Skoronski. Along with those picks, the franchise […] The post Where Do Cam Ward and Jeffery Simmons Rank Among the Titans’ Last 10 First-Round Picks? appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge rusher Yaya Diaby was not expected to crack the top of the edge rusher rankings conducted by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. However, Diaby was also nowhere on the honorable mention list or even the list of edge rushers who received votes. Considering the list was conducted by scouts, executives, and coaches, […] The post ESPN Ranking Could Cost Yaya Diaby Millions appeared first on HEAVY .
Watch 49ers defenders Malik Mustapha and Keion White train for 2026. White's recovery from a gunshot injury offers an encouraging update.
Gerald McCoy talks Rueben Bain, Jr. and his philanthropy in an exclusive interview with Heavy. The post Buccaneers Legend Addresses Rueben Bain Jr. Concerns appeared first on HEAVY .
The Kansas City Chiefs used to rule lists that rank the National Football League's youngest talent. Every year, media outlets come forth with a slew of Top 25-a
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Tom Telesco had pretty uneventful one-year stint as the general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders before he was ousted in 2025. But Telesco will always have a fingerprint on the franchise because he was the guy who brought Brock Bowers to Las Vegas. Bowers has a chance to go down as an all-time great […]
In September, Charleston Hughes will add another accolade to his trophy case after being inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum (CFHOF) as part of the Class of 2026.
From Joey Bosa to Von Miller, these four veteran additions could help the Bears address key needs before training camp begins.
The Los Angeles Chargers don't have the easiest path to the playoffs, but these recent Raiders projections are laughable.
The 2026 season will be challenging for Zak Kuhr and the Patriots' defense. They need to shore up the edge. Mike Vrabel needs to add to the position before the season starts. Regardless, Kuhr seems well-motivated to deal with any and every eventuality.
If you’re reading this, Intrepid New York Jets Fan, you should be lauded for your loyalty to a franchise that hasn’t had a winning season since 2015, hasn’t made the playoffs since 2010 (the Rex Ryan/Mark Sanchez era!), has gone through more bad quarterbacks than any team should, once hired Adam Gase to be its […]
Gerard Martin was one of the surprise heroes for Barcelona last season as Hansi Flick’s side picked up La Liga and Spanish Super Cup titles. The defender has had his critics during his time in the first team but was shifted to a central defensive role and shone alongside Pau Cubarsi in the starting XI. […]
Teams don’t normally get better when allowing a First Team All-Pro to leave, but that’s exactly what the Chicago Bears are hoping for this offseason with the addition of safety Coby Bryant to replace Kevin Byard III. These two are at very different places in their careers, with the 27-year-old Bryant beginning year five as […]
Season 16, Episode 160 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Wednesday morning show, Alex Kozora and I get right into discussing the latest Pittsburgh Steelers news, and that includes the Tuesday announcement that all three of the team’s preseason games this year will be televised nationally by the NFL Network. […]