Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson expressed his frustration after joint practice sessions with the Cincinnati Bengals, pointing out three procedural errors during the first seven snaps. While he praised his defense for competing against high-level opponents, Johnson noted that starting slowly cost the team valuable opportunities. He views the upcoming road schedule as essential […]
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The New York Jets have just a few weeks remaining until they kick off their 2026 season with a game against the Tennessee Titans. The Jets have several roster competitions still ongoing during training camp, but one of those reportedly came to an end on Tuesday. “STC Chris Banjo says Jason Sanders ‘has won the […]
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Following in the Big Ten's footsteps, the ACC is reportedly considering a rule change that could prohibit schools from adding players who were previously in the NFL.
On the latest episode of the OnPattison Podcast, Bob Cooney and Anthony SanFilippo welcome Philadelphia Inquirer columnist and author Mike […]
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According to head coach Shane Steichen, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce is expected to return to the practice field this week—if all goes according to plan (via ESPN’s Stephen Holder): Recovering from minor ankle/heel clean-up surgery earlier this offseason, the Colts lucratively re-signed lead wideout has remained on PUP throughout all of training camp […]
BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ team leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR3/FLEX ANALYSIS: There may not have been a player in the fantasy football world to improve their stock more in training camp than rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling. The 49ers' second-round pick has not only risen to the top of the depth chart but has looked […]
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are participating in joint practices against the Jacksonville Jaguars ahead of their preseason matchup. However, Baker Mayfield doesn’t think his team played up to their standards on Tuesday. “[The Jaguars] were playing with their hair on fire,” Mayfield said. “If this was a full-game I definitely don’t think we would have […]
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PITTSBURGH — During the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Tuesday practice, defensive linemen Yahya Black, Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon and Keeanu Benton led […]
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The Jacksonville Jaguars are currently gearing up for their preseason finale on Friday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Jaguars are looking to build off the success of last year, when they made the playoffs under first-year head coach Liam Coen and blew away expectations. On Tuesday, the team got a scare on the injury […]
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The NFL roster cutdown deadline is on Aug. 30, with all 32 teams across the National Football League needing to […]
Four seasons of underperformance have done nothing to quell the Dawg Pound’s disappointment. Perhaps that’s why the boos aren’t going away for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. But after a 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills, he seemingly had enough. Visibly annoyed, he slammed the fanbase, saying it was “personal” and “disrespectful.” But head coach […]
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Throughout training camp the Jets have been conducting a competition at kicker to replace Nick Folk. Former Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders has gone against journeyman Cade York. The team has made a decision. York has been waived. This alone would not guarantee that the team has chosen Sanders. It wouldn’t be inconceivable for the Jets […]
With every new day it seems a twist or turn arrives as it relates to the eligibility of college athletes. On Tuesday morning, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported on X the Big Ten is going to pass a rule that prohibits league teams from rostering players who have been in the NFL. “Sources: The Big Ten [...]
During a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, ESPN’s Adam Schefter explained that Tua Tagovailoa did not secure the Week 1 starting role during a challenging summer in Flowery Branch. With Michael Penix being officially cleared for 11-on-11 team drills after recovering from left knee surgery, the Falcons now find themselves in a genuine […]
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A Browns fan taped a sign to the Jim Brown statue at the team's stadium.
On Tuesday, the Big Ten Conference again proved that not only is it better than the SEC on the field, […]
Tuesday provided some clarity on the health of several Pittsburgh Steelers, with multiple players dealing with injuries as the team continues to prepare for the start of the regular season. Payton Wilson, Sebastian Castro, Jaquan Brisker and Sebastian Joseph-Day were among the biggest updates, with several other injury notes worth passing along. Second-year S Sebastian […]
The Houston Texans took a hit on the defensive line, as former TCU defensive end Dylan Horton reportedly tore his Achilles during a practice Monday. Horton, a fourth-round pick by the Texans in the 2023 NFL Draft, has made 55 total tackles, 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery during his three-year pro […]
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently gearing up for their preseason finale, which will take place on Thursday against the Buffalo Bills. The Steelers are coming off an ugly home loss to the New York Jets, in a game in which quarterback Will Howard struggled mightily to get anything going. The Steelers are still trying to […]
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After deciding not to renew Damon Amendolara’s contract, SiriusXM is filling the void on Mad Dog Sports Radio’s morning show with program director Steve Torre. Torre joins longtime Mad Dog Sports Radio morning host Mike Babchick to launch Babs & The Boss beginning Sept. 8. In addition to co-hosting the morning show, it appears as…
The Washington Commanders training camp rolls on for Day 16 in Ashburn, VA. This is the last early practice of camp before the team transitions to their in-season practice schedule next week. They will have a joint practice with the Ravens tomorrow as both team’s prepare for the preseason finale on Friday night. Head coach […]
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen offered an update on the shoulder injury that led to wideout Brian Thomas Jr. missing the remainder of Tuesday's practice.
When it comes to training camp every year, there’s usually one San Francisco 49ers star in the middle of the action: linebacker Fred Warner. Known for his hard-hitting style and smack talk, Warner has frequently engaged in verbal and physical battles in training camp, testing his teammates while making plays as one of the 49ers […]