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The relationship between New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and former NFL insider Dianna Russini was an enormous story both in the NFL and sports media worlds over the offseason, but nobody knew what to expect with how television networks would handle the situation once game broadcasts came along. Well, the 2026 NFL preseason…
Football officially returned Thursday night as the Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals faced off in the NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio. The game preceded Panthers great Luke Kuechly and Cardinals star Larry Fitzgerald being enshrined in the Hall of Fame on Saturday.
Since the Los Angeles Rams acquired Myles Garrett in a trade with the Cleveland Browns, fans have been urging Aaron Donald to come out of retirement. A defensive duo of Garrett and Donald would be phenomenal for the Rams and terrifying for opponents. But of course, Donald would have to shake off the rust, as […] The post Rams’ Sean McVay drops truth bomb on ‘different’ Aaron Donald standards amid return rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Steve Smith Sr retired at 37 in 2017, following a 16-year run with the Panthers and the Baltimore Ravens. It was a time when his body was getting older, and he could feel it in his performance. But a flag football game after COVID-19 effectively shut the door on any chances of a comeback. When […] The post “I Completely Pulled Both Hamstrings”: Panthers Legend Steve Smith Sr. Reveals How Flag Football Ended His Comeback Bid After Retirement appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Carolina Panthers played the Arizona Cardinals in an all time preseason game, and Haynes King came away the hero with a rushing touchdown on the game’s final play. First Quarter The Panthers got the ball first, and as one would expect from the Hall of Fame game, not much happened. Kenny Pickett completed two […]
Los Angeles Rams head coach was impressed with Aaron Donald after the retired defensive tackle worked out with the team on Tuesday amidst a potential comeback.
Aaron Donald has not played in an NFL game since January 14, 2024, and yet, there has not been much concern about rust or his level of effectiveness. The prevailing opinion around the football-watching public is this: if the all-time great feels physically good enough to commit to a full campaign, then he will make […] The post Rams’ Aaron Donald workout gets ‘outstanding’ Sean McVay review appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The stars arrived for the 2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game between the Arizona Cardinals and Carolina Panthers on Thursday. It marked the official beginning of the NFL preseason. It also marked the beginning of Mike LaFleur as head coach of the Cardinals. Before the game, Mike’s brother Matt, head coach of the Packers, surprised […] The post Mike LaFleur hilariously roasts brother Matt before HOF game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jared Verse got to say his farewell to his Los Angeles Rams teammates before starting a new chapter with the Cleveland Browns ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Verse is preparing for the third season of his career, his first with the Browns. He spent his first two years with the Rams before they traded […] The post Jared Verse opens up on breaking wild trade to Rams teammates appeared first on ClutchPoints .
GLENDALE — Arizona Cardinals Hall of Famer Larry Fitzgerald admits ring-chasing crossed his mind, but his loyalty to the franchise mattered more. For nearly two decades, Fitzgerald had every reason to consider leaving Arizona in search of the one accomplishment that eluded his Hall of Fame career: a Super Bowl ring. The former Cardinals star […]
Despite the wide attention, Carson Beck was unfazed in his preseason debut on Thursday. The Arizona Cardinals faced the Carolina Panthers for the Hall of Fame Game at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, and Beck looked like a future cornerstone. The rookie quarterback was taken out in the fourth quarter, with […] The post Cardinals’ Carson Beck posts insane numbers in near-perfect NFL preseason debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It is only the preseason, but the new NFL campaign starts to feel like a reality when the Hall of Fame Game commences in August. That feeling of excitement intensifies when there is an actual touchdown. Arizona Cardinals running back Corey Kiner became the first player to find the end zone in almost six months, […] The post Watch Cardinals execute season’s first TD in HOF game vs. Panthers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Illini Isaac gives an update on David Mirkovic’s injury and then is joined by Bill Koch of The Providence Journal to discuss Stefan Vaaks and Gabe Jacas officially signing with the Patriots. Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote today: https://gtlk.link/5zlx5Emx Chief’s Naturals is launching in […]
Thursday has been a huge day for Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor. At last, the former Wisconsin Badgers tailback secured the bag he was looking for in the summer, as the AFC South franchise showed him the money, signing the three-time Pro Bowler to a two-year, $44 million contract extension. But it wasn’t […] The post Jonathan Taylor announces incredible freebies to Colts fans at training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Alec Pierce accepted $114 million to avoid NFL Free Agency and reignite Indianapolis Colts fans this offseason. Yet Pierce landed on the PUP (physically unable to perform) list during the start of NFL Training Camp. Pierce is nursing a surgically repaired ankle from the 2025 season. He underwent the knife in March which also took […] The post Alec Pierce’s return from injury still a mystery after Colts GM’s update appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Alex Barth of 98.5 The Sports Hub and Brian Hines of Pats Pulpit go LIVE on the Patriots Beat Podcast to recap the 11th practice of Patriots training camp. Christian Gonzalez and Craig Woodson got the better of A.J. Brown in red zone 1-on-1s, while Gabe Jacas continued to flash as a pass rusher, beating [...] The post Gabe Jacas and Defense Dominate, Will Campbell Limited on Day 11 appeared first on CLNS Media .
Alex Barth of 98.5 The Sports Hub and Brian Hines of Pats Pulpit go LIVE on the Patriots Beat Podcast to recap the 11th practice of Patriots training camp. Christian Gonzalez and Craig Woodson got the better of A.J. Brown in red zone 1-on-1s, while Gabe Jacas continued to flash as a pass rusher, beating [...] The post Gabe Jacas and Defense Dominate, Will Campbell Limited on Day 11 appeared first on CLNS Media .
While much of the attention throughout training camp has been paid to the defense’s impressive showing, one storyline that hadn’t gotten any traction until Thursday is how much the starters will play in the preseason, if at all. Well, head coach Zac Taylor clearly said Thursday that the starters will play next Thursday in the first preseason […]
Carson Beck was stellar in his preseason debut in the NFL Hall of Fame Game for the Arizona Cardinals. The rookie third-round pick completed 15 of 19 passes for 188 yards with a score. He also added two rushes for three yards on the ground. His most impressive moment was leading a 13-play, 96-yard touchdown […]
Carson Beck made quite the preseason debut on Thursday night.
Dillon Gabriel isn’t taking his lack of notice in the quarterback battle personally while he prepares for the Cleveland Browns’ 2026 campaign. Gabriel is gearing up for the second year of his career with the Browns, being a third-round selection in the 2025 draft. He made six starts throughout his 10 appearances as a rookie, […] The post Browns’ Dillon Gabriel gets real on being overlooked in QB battle appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Mike Tomlin did not inspire a ton of fan confidence during the end of his historic run with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the expectations are quite high for his new role as an NFL analyst for NBC. He officially made the transition from the sidelines to the desk during Thursday’s Hall of Fame Game. Maria […] The post Watch ex-Steelers HC Mike Tomlin make his NBC debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The 2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game offered early fantasy football clues as the Panthers and Cardinals opened the preseason. Bam Knight strengthened his case for Arizona’s RB3 job, while Ja’Tavion Sanders’ usage raised concerns about his role in Carolina. PFF breaks down the key snaps, roles and depth-chart developments fantasy managers need to know.
Kirk Cousins is not just holding the Las Vegas Raiders‘ starting quarterback job at camp; he made it clear that he intends to keep it for as long as he possibly can. Sharing a quarterback room with the No. 1 overall pick of this year’s draft does not change that mindset one bit. “I think […] The post “I’m Gonna Try to Hold Him Off”: Kirk Cousins Determined to Delay Fernando Mendoza’s Debut Amid Raiders QB Battle appeared first on EssentiallySports .
In this week’s Saints reacts poll, we asked our readers their thoughts after the first week of Saints training camp? 63% of voters said that they are cautiously optimistic after a full week of practice with 24% saying they are super excited. Every practice that has been open to the public so far has been […]
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