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49ers have formal meeting with Kentucky DB Phillips at combine
Kentucky defensive back Dru Phillips told NBC Sports Bay Area that he had a formal meeting with the 49ers at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.
Could Drake Maye slide in the NFL draft? | Inside Coverage
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz and senior NFL insider Charles Robinson discuss the rumors that some NFL teams are souring on the North Carolina quarterback, and the former favorite to be the No. 1 overall pick could fall in the first round. Hear the full conversation on Inside Coverage" - part of the Zero Blitz" podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.
Jordan Schultz reports Bears, Jaylon Johnson ‘inching closer' to an extension
One of the major boxes the Bears must check this offseason is bringing back Jaylon Johnson. Recently, NFL insider Jordan Schultz provided new, key insights into where the Bears and Johnson stand in their negotiations for an extension. Remember, those talks stalled during the season and the window to franchise tag players around the league is now open. It is...
Purdy's scouting combine evaluation recalled by ex-49ers exec Peters
Former 49ers executive Adam Peters spoke this week about what San Francisco saw in Brock Purdy during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine.
Omar Khan: We think highly of Najee Harris, no call on fifth-year option yet
The biggest question of the Steelers offseason has to do with how they'll handle the quarterback position and somewhere behind that is what they'll do regarding their option on running back Najee Harris' contract for the 2025 season.
Competition Committee is expected to propose change to grounding rule
They want to eliminate the distinction between the QB being in the pocket or out of the pocket when he throws the ball away.
NFL testing high-tech optical tracking to measure first downs
The NFL's use of the decidedly low-tech 10-yard chain to measure first downs could be replaced by high-tech optical tracking.
Report: Laremy Tunsil recently underwent knee surgery, is expected to make "swift" recovery
Texans left tackle Laremy Tunsil underwent an offseason procedure, but it doesn't sound like it should sideline him for any significant amount of time.
Dolphins' big offseason thing: Make it count, and decide on Tua Tagovailoa
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz looks at the one big thing for Miami's offseason - which includes capitalizing on the current talent on its roster.
Eagles' big offseason thing: Did they make the right coaching changes?
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz looks at the one big thing for Philadelphia's offseason - which will be the 3rd straight year the Eagles have swapped offensive and defensive coordinators.
Omar Khan says he has "full faith" in Kenny Pickett, but reiterates there will be competition at QB
After Pittsburgh's season ended with a loss to Buffalo in the wild card round, head coach Mike Tomlin said that the Steelers intended to bring in competition for Kenny Pickett at quarterback.
Kam Kinchens, an Eddie Jackson mentee, ready to take over for veteran if Bears call
As the Bears search for a long-term replacement for Eddie Jackson, another South Florida safety, one who has worked out with Jackson, might wind up being their answer in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Ryans was distraught over 49ers' Super Bowl loss, Greenlaw injury
DeMeco Ryans was upset watching the 49ers' Super Bowl LVIII loss and Dre Greenlaw's Achilles injury play out.
How the Justin Fields vs. Caleb Williams saga has unfolded for the Bears
Ever since the conclusion of the 2023 season, the single biggest question facing the Chicago Bears has been a simple one to ask, but a difficult one to answer: what will they ultimately do with Justin Fields? Fields, a first-round pick of the Bears in the 2021 NFL Draft, has appeared in 40 games for the Bears during his NFL...
Report: 49ers among six NFL teams looking to push trade deadline back
The 49ers reportedly are one of six NFL teams looking to push the trade deadline back from Week 8 to Week 10 of the season.
What Iowa State corner Tampa learned about Purdy in college
Iowa State cornerback T.J. Tampa learned a lot about former teammate Brock Purdy before the quarterback took the NFL by storm.
Report sheds light on Patriots' QB plan in NFL Draft, free agency
What's the plan at quarterback for the Patriots? A 3-step solution, according to one report.
This offensive position is Patriots' No. 1 free agent priority, per report
The Patriots reportedly will target these three positions in NFL free agency.
Report: Lions to have extension talks with Amon-Ra St. Brown
Wide receiver Amon-Ra St.
Detroit got a glimpse of the top — now comes the hard part
As challenging as it was to turn a desolate franchise like the Lions into a championship contender, it's the final steps that prove the toughest.
Texans' big offseason thing: Stay hot after surprise 2023 season
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz looks at the one big thing for Houston's offseason - dealing with heightened expectations after a historic rookie season for CJ Stroud, culminating in a run to the AFC Divisional round.
Josh Harris has been part of Commanders QB interviews at Combine
The Commanders are widely expected to take a quarterback with the second overall pick of this year's draft and the guy who will be paying that player's salary is playing a role in evaluating their potential addition.
Players that Bear watching: UCLA Edge Laiatu Latu
Overcoming doubts and his injury, Laiatu Latu's determination and athletic acumen have catapulted him into first-round consideration for the 2024 NFL Draft
Brock Bowers excited about potentially being drafted by Bears with Caleb Williams
If the Bears draft Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick, they could use their second top-10 pick on an elite pass-catcher to help him settle in at the NFL level. Georgia tight end Brock Bowers is excited about the possibility of pairing with Williams in Chicago should the cards fall that way.
How to watch the 2024 NFL Combine today: Schedule, dates, times, TV channel and more
The NFL offseason is already heating up with the start of the 2024 Scouting Combine.
Steelers' big offseason thing: Give up on Kenny PIckett?
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz looks at the one big thing for Pittsburgh's offseason - and it's time to make a decision on if the former first-round pick really is the team's future at quarterback.
Brandon Beane on Josh Allen and Joe Brady: It didn't take them long to get on the same page
After falling to the Broncos on Monday night in Week 10, the Bills elected to fire offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey and promote Joe Brady to the role on an interim basis.
Titans hope to "finally" get Caleb Farley on the field this year
When the Titans drafted cornerback Caleb Farley in the first round of the 2021 draft, there were high hopes for what he'd be able to do as part of their defense.
Nick Caserio: The league is always better when people like Bill Belichick are around
From 2001-2020, Nick Caserio worked for the Patriots, serving in a variety of roles for the club.
Jerod Mayo claims he ‘misspoke' about Patriots' FA spending plans
Head coach Jerod Mayo is already trying to manage expectations about the Patriots' free agency plans after setting a high bar last month.
Dennis Allen: Marshon Lattimore is a big part of our team right now
Dennis Allen was effusive in his praise of Marshon Lattimore, but the Saints coach offered no guarantees about the cornerback's future with the team.
Chris Grier: We've had "positive discussions" on Tua Tagovailoa's contract, we’ll keep working
The Dolphins picked up quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's fifth-year option last spring, putting him under contract for 2024.
Troy Vincent on tush push: Don't punish a team that does it well
The Eagles' "tush push" quarterback sneak play has been remarkably effective, with Jalen Hurts gaining a yard or two almost at will when he plunges up the middle and gets a "brotherly shove" from a teammate.
Troy Vincent thinks NFL can approve the right rule to ban hip-drop tackles
NFL Executive V.P. of Football Operations Troy Vincent believes there's a path toward a ban on hip-drop tackles.
Super Bowl LIX: Bettors love the chances of a third consecutive title for the Kansas City Chiefs
The two-time defending champs are getting nearly 30% of money bet on the Super Bowl winner.
Troy Vincent: No appetite from Competition Committee to change fumble through end zone rules
The NFL Competition Committee is expected to move toward changing rules for kickoffs and hip-drop tackles this offseason, but there doesn't appear to be any interest in revisiting the rules governing fumbles through the end zone.
Bill Hillgrove retires as Steelers’ play-by-play announcer
The voice of the Steelers, Bill Hillgrove, is retiring.
Why a DeVante Parker trade could make sense for Patriots
The Patriots reportedly could look into trading DeVante Parker, and there are a few reasons why such a deal would be a good idea for New England.
Patriots 2024 roster reset: Where can Pats find running back upgrade?
How should the Patriots upgrade at running back this offseason? Tom E. Curran continues his 2024 roster reset series with a look at the backfield.
Mike McDaniel explains Vic Fangio's departure from Miami
Before the Eagles hired Vic Fangio, the Dolphins parted ways with him. HC Mike McDaniel explains why.
Saints add Cam Jordan to the list of restructured contracts
The list of restructured contracts in New Orleans continues to grow.
Andrew Luck experience shapes Colts' approach to Anthony Richardson injury
The Colts saw a very promising highly drafted quarterback leave the game too soon when Andrew Luck decided to cut his injury-plagued career short.
NFL offseason questions: a trade for No 1 and Russell Wilson’s future
As the draft approaches and thoughts turn toward free agency, a number of teams are looking to make moves that could alter their trajectory
Rams' big offseason thing: Get more out of the defense
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz looks at the one big thing for Los Angeles's offseason - which involves boosting the defense around superstar lineman Aaron Donald.
Report: Some Jets believe Mecole Hardman leaked game plans to Chiefs, Eagles
This one is a doozy, if it's true.
Why did the Chiefs win on the field, but flunk off of it? | Inside Coverage
Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz and senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson discuss the latest edition of the NFLPA report cards and why the back-to-back Super Bowl champions received a failing grade from their players. Hear the full conversation on Inside Coverage" - part of the Zero Blitz" podcast - and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.
Rams "definitely hope" Aaron Donald is back in 2024
Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald likely plays in 2024.
There's no way the Broncos will keep Russell Wilson
As recently as last week, some in the media were suggesting that there was a way the Broncos and quarterback Russell Wilson could continue their relationship in 2024.
49ers draft pass rusher, not O-lineman, at No. 31 in Kiper's latest mock
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. has the 49ers selecting Penn State pass rusher Chop Robinson with the No. 31 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Ryans believes healthy Greenlaw would've changed 49ers-Chiefs Super Bowl
Former 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans plans to reach out to Dre Greenlaw soon to see how San Francisco's star linebacker is doing after Achilles surgery.
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