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Tom Brady is retiring, for real this time (maybe)

2/2/2023

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On the one-year anniversary of his retiring for the first time, Tom Brady has retired again. And this time, it seems like it's for real (maybe). Brady wanted to announce his decision via video rather than the lengthy, drawn-out statement he put out last February. He said it's for good this time, but I'll believe that when I see it.

Truly grateful on this day. Thank you □□❤️ pic.twitter.com/j2s2sezvSS

— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) February 1, 2023

There were plenty of rumors about Brady playing elsewhere in 2023 - Las Vegas and San Francisco being the two favorites - and then a return to Tampa Bay was also floated as a possibility. It came down to a return to the Buccaneers and retirement. The Bucs found out about his decision around the same time we did.

Tom Brady informed Bucs today at 6 am he’d be retiring. One aspect I’d been mentioning for a bit now: Brady for months implied to many close to him that it was going to be either a return to Tampa or retirement. Tough for many to believe, including those close, but he meant it.

— Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) February 1, 2023

more qb news:

  • The Carolina Panthers have a new coach in Frank Reich, who has been on the losing end of quarterback battles since Andrew Luck. General Manager Scott Fitterer stated their preference in drafting and developing a quarterback in this year's draft. "If there's a guy in this class that you like, you got to go up and get him. We're in a position now where we have a defense; we have an offensive line. We built around this for this opportunity."
  • While the team has not begun contract talks with QB Daniel Jones, New York Giants General Manager Joe Schoen said the club is interested in bringing him back. Jones had the best season of his career under Brian Daboll and earned respect around the league. Unless they can find an upgrade, I'd expect them to re-sign Jones.

Giants general manager Joe Schoen met with reporters in Mobile, telling us negotiations haven’t yet started with QB Daniel Jones but “We want Daniel back”

— Charlotte Carroll (@charlottecrrll) February 1, 2023
  • Trey Lance was supposed to be the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers this season before he broke his ankle at the start of the season. Then the same thing happened to Jimmy Garoppolo, which left the rookie third-stringer in Brock Purdy. Lance spoke highly of Purdy and how he handled everything. "I was just super excited for him. He worked his butt off, all OTAs, since the first day he got here, since the day he got drafted. So he deserved everything he got this year and more."
    • Purdy is still considering options for his UCL, while most are recommending surgery.
  • The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2023 off-season with Desmond Ridder as their quarterback. Ridder took over for Marcus Mariota after their bye week and would be the favorite for the starting position heading into 2023. However - with a ton of cap space and a lot of veteran QBs on the move, the Falcons are an interesting spot to keep an eye on. General Manager Terry Fontenot said they're open to bringing someone in. "We're excited about where we are, but yet, we are going to add players... we always want to keep adding to the group."
  • Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is signed through the 2026 season, and vice president Stephen Jones said the team is committed to him long-term. Prescott will be without offensive coordinator Kellen Moore this year, meaning he'll likely be learning a new offense with head coach Mike McCarthy likely to call plays.

Stephen Jones said the Cowboys are committed to Dak Prescott long term and are open to extending his contract.

— Calvin Watkins (@calvinwatkins) February 1, 2023
  • Finally, some good news regarding Tua Tagovailoa's health. He has been cleared from the NFL's concussion protocol and should be ready to go in time for football season. The Miami Dolphins remain adamant that they are committed to Tagovailoa moving forward. However, the amount of concussions he has had in such a short time is still concerning.

#Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa has cleared the NFL’s concussion protocol, sources say. He met with several medical professionals in the process. They are confident he’ll be 100% when the time comes for football.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 1, 2023
  • Justin Fields came close to breaking Lamar Jackson's single-season rushing record (and probably would have, had he been active in Week 18), but the Chicago Bears want him to do less running moving forward, as it took a toll on his body. "It's got to be a part of who you are, but in the NFL, it's hard for it to be who you are - you just don't last... So we've got to make sure we just tap into each one of those things, but running, for sure, has to be a part of who we are going forward."
  • Patrick Mahomes was estimated as a full participant in Wednesday's practice, as the Kansas City Chiefs did not hold a full practice.
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No tua Tagovailoa for Dolphins this weekend

1/12/2023

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With Tua Tagovailoa remaining in the NFL's concussion protocol, the Miami Dolphins are preparing to start rookie QB Skylar Thompson in the Wild Card round against the Buffalo Bills. Head coach Mike McDaniel remains mum on Tagovailoa's status after suffering a series of concussions this season, most recently on Christmas Day. Prayers up to Thompson, who faces a tough Buffalo defense this weekend. ??

Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said they're planning for Skylar Thompson to start at QB on Sunday in Buffalo.

— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) January 11, 2023

more Qb news:

  • Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was not at practice on Wednesday, putting his status for the Wild Card round in doubt. Backup Tyler Huntley was not throwing at practice, which drove the team to start Anthony Brown against the Cincinnati Bengals last week. So it's a real possibility we could see the same this week. And that's not exactly a good thing.
    • Huntley was listed as a limited participant.

Still no Lamar Jackson (knee) at practice, and Tyler Huntley (right shoulder) was mostly going through the motions in warmups. Didn’t see him attempt a pass.

Rookie Anthony Brown got a lot of reps, as he did last week. pic.twitter.com/NzOVVvOaS6

— Jonas Shaffer (@jonas_shaffer) January 11, 2023
  • Josh Allen remains on the injury report with ankle and elbow injuries, but participated in full.
  • The Dallas Cowboys are coming off a shaky performance in Week 18 and hoping to turn things around in time for Wild Card Weekend. Owner and general manager Jerry Jones says he's not concerned about Dak Prescott. "It's in Dak's DNA not to turn the ball over. I have all the confidence in the world that he, as a player, has all the right balance of confidence or all the right balance of aggressiveness as it pertains to a turnover." Umm. Ok?
  • Trevor Lawrence was limited on Wednesday, with his lingering toe injury. Lawrence has not missed any games.
  • The Atlanta Falcons started two different quarterbacks in 2022, veteran Marcus Mariota and rookie Desmond Ridder. The team will have a decision to make at the position this upcoming off-season. While it seems likely, they cut Mariota; they will have to decide if they want to roll with Ridder, draft another QB if they don't like what they saw from Ridder, or bring in a veteran QB. Head coach Arthur Smith said they had yet to make any decisions as of right now. "There will be conversations. Nothing to update now."
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Jalen Hurts out for a week or two with sprained shoulder

12/20/2022

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We may have seen the last of Jalen Hurts in the regular season. During this week's Philadelphia Eagles win, Hurts was tackled into the turf, where he suffered a sprained shoulder.

Jalen Hurts could miss next two games with sprained shoulder, NFL sources told The Inquirer.

It’s possible the #Eagles QB doesn’t play the rest of the regular season and for another month in the divisional round of the postseason.

My story: https://t.co/vxm1j5bv0o

— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) December 19, 2022

Hurts did have an MRI on Monday, which was negative and showed that the injury wasn't serious, but it may be severe enough to pull him out for the next two weeks. The Eagles want him at his healthiest heading into the playoffs.

Backup QB Gardner Minshew will take Hurts' spot until he's ready to go, and it looks like that will happen at least this weekend against the Dallas Cowboys.

more Qb news:

  • Justin Herbert had a shaky performance on Sunday, but he pulled it together when it mattered, leading the Los Angeles Chargers on a game-winning drive to set up a field goal for Cameron Dicker. Head coach Brandon Staley said, "He had his best when his best was required. You saw all the things that make him special there. His resilience, his poise, his playmaking."
  • The New York Jets are on a short week this week, and there's still a question of who will start at the quarterback position. Mike White is still being evaluated for his rib injury, and it looks like Zach Wilson will make another start.
    • The Jets estimated White as a limited participant in Monday's practice.

Jets coach Robert Saleh says he is not prepared to say if Mike White will start Thursday. Says White is still being evaluated

— Antwan V. Staley (@antwanstaley) December 19, 2022
  • Rookie QB Desmond Ridder made his first start this week, and while it wasn't pretty, the Atlanta Falcons are encouraged by what they saw from him. "He's not scared of the moment," head coach Arthur Smith said. "He was poised. And it wasn't perfect in a lot of ways, we'll look at the tape, but I like what he's made up of."
  • TCU quarterback Max Duggan announced he will enter the NFL Draft following the college football playoffs.

Forever, Go Frogs pic.twitter.com/629SLM8I1C

— Max Duggan (@MaxDuggan_10) December 18, 2022
  • Sam Darnold will start for the Carolina Panthers in Week 16.
  • Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh spoke to reporters on Monday and had no update on QB Lamar Jackson's injury or status for this week.
  • The Washington Commanders are prepared to stick with Taylor Heinicke, but they aren't ruling out a change at quarterback in the future.

Rivera said no QB change. "Stick with Taylor and what we're trying to establish... It is something to be quite frank, I do have to think about at some point. But if we get back on track and play the way we've played and do the things we've done, then we'll stick where we are."

— John Keim (@john_keim) December 19, 2022
  • Trevor Lawrence was listed as a non-participant on the Jacksonville Jaguars' estimated practice report.
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Brock Purdy keeps Niners rolling to win NFC West

12/16/2022

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Its not easy to play in Seattle and all eyes were on San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy finished the first quarter 9-for-9 as the Niners lead the Seahawks 7-0.

The cherry on top was this 28-yard touchdown to tight end George Kittle.

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The 49ers went on to beat Seattle, 21-13, clinching the division title.

Purdy was efficient in his first road start, completing 17-of 26 passes for 217 yards and two touchdowns.

BROCK PURDY HIT EM WITH THE DOUBLE FAKE □

(via @nfl)pic.twitter.com/NwtxHd4ftN

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 16, 2022

more Qb news:

  • The Cincinnati Bengals are playing Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this weekend, so people will be comparing the two quarterbacks. Joe Burrow doesn't have time for that, though. "I don't pay attention to it. He's Tom, and I'm Joe. I really just think that I play the game my own way."
  • Desmond Ridder is the new starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons, and he's giving all the credit to the team for preparing him, even though he's a rookie. "I'm prepared for this. This is what they've been preparing me for. They didn't want to baby me. It means going about the game plan how a 12-year vet, an eight-year vet, whatever it may be, would."
  • Despite having a talented roster, the Las Vegas Raiders are about to miss the playoffs again. And on top of that, it's looking like quarterback Derek Carr may be on the move this offseason. Carr says he doesn't think about his future during the season (yeah, right). "I've always tried my best to - as I've gotten older in my career - just eliminate all of those things."
  • The Tennessee Titans have lost three straight and fired their general manager. But they aren't dead yet. Quarterback Ryan Tannehill acknowledged that they have to turn things around fast. "Everything we want is still right in front of us. You want to get hot at the right time. This is the end of the year. This is the point where we want to start getting hot as the season finishes."
  • Lamar Jackson did not practice on Thursday. Tyler Huntley practiced in full.
    • John Harbaugh said Huntley cleared concussion protocol on Thursday, but did not name him the starter for Saturday's game. (Hint: He'll likely be the starter.)
    • Jackson was officially ruled out for Saturday's game. Huntley has no injury designation.
    • Cleveland Browns defender Myles Garrett had some high praise for Huntley.

Ravens QB Tyler Huntley has cleared the concussion protocol but coach John Harbaugh declines to name a starting QB for Saturday’s game at the Browns

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) December 15, 2022

Myles Garrett on Tyler Huntley: "God damn, he's fast. It felt like you were trying to chase down a chicken doused in honey. This guy is athletically one of the top guys in the league."

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) December 15, 2022
  • Trevor Lawrence's emergence is upon us, and he says he's focused on playing this way moving forward and, of course, proving the haters wrong. "Honestly, I have a little bit more of a chip on my shoulder now just because of the last year and a half. I don't really forget what's been said and what people have written. Now, you see people change their mind after a couple weeks."
    • Lawrence returned to practice on Thursday as a limited participant.
  • Drew Brees accepted a temporary coaching position at Purdue.
  • Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson wants to see Mason Rudolph start at QB if Kenny Pickett can't play. A bold denouncement of Mitch Trubisky? "Yeah, I wanna see him play. I know he's ready to play."
    • Pickett was limited in Thursday's practice.
  • Russell Wilson returned to practice for the Denver Broncos on a limited basis.

Russell Wilson will be limited in practice today. Dre’Mont Jones seeing a hip specialist. Not practicing today. #9sports

— Mike Klis (@mikeklis) December 15, 2022
  • Justin Fields returned to practice on Thursday after missing Wednesday's practice with an illness.
  • Mike White was limited in practice on Thursday with a ribs injury. Joe Flacco practiced at full strength, thanks for asking.
    • White says he has "no doubt" he will play on Sunday.
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Kyler Murray suffers knee injury in Monday Night Football

12/13/2022

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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray suffered a non-contact knee injury on the third play during Monday Night Football.

Murray was in the middle of a scramble when his knee appeared to buckle. (I'm not going to post the video, but you can look for it if you want to see it.) Murray was carted off the field, surrounded by teammates, and quickly ruled questionable to return. Murray was later ruled out by the team in the second quarter with a knee injury.

Backup QB Colt McCoy replaced him.

Both teams went over to console Kyler Murray on the cart □□□□□□ pic.twitter.com/XNUxZgNFA9

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 13, 2022
Reports began to emerge throughout the game that Murray had torn his ACL. Murray will have an MRI on Tuesday to confirm.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray is expected to have an MRI tomorrow but there is "little doubt that it’s torn," a source told me, referring to the quarterback's ACL.

— Josh Weinfuss (@joshweinfuss) December 13, 2022

more Qb News:

  • San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw will be one of the lucky few to be able to tell his grandchildren that he intercepted the Tom Brady one day. Thankfully, he has proof. Greenlaw made sure to get Brady's signature on the ball for safekeeping.
    • Is there a chance Brady could be on the Niners' field in 2023, but on the roster? "I don't go there," he said. "I'm just trying to get this right, and see what we can possibly accomplish."

Class act ✍️ pic.twitter.com/sw7Egm9vYs

— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) December 12, 2022
  • Speaking of Brady, adding to his problems is a potential hand injury. Brady downplayed the injury, saying he feels fine, but the video shows a pretty hard shot.

Tom Brady hit his hand very hard on a #49ers defender's helmet. pic.twitter.com/8pBchHCuTO

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 12, 2022
  • Justin Herbert had a big night on Sunday, setting the record for most passing yards through his first three seasons with 13,056. The previous record-holder was now-retired QB Andrew Luck. Herbert had this to say about Luck: "I've got a ton of respect for Andrew Luck. For him as a football player, as a person, as a teammate - I think it's just cool to be in the same conversation as him."
  • The Dallas Cowboys had to breathe several sighs of relief after coming away with a near-loss to the worst team in the league, the Houston Texans. Amongst a string of blowouts, the Cowboys were heavily favored in this one and came away with a 27-23 win. Dak Prescott thinks this type of win will make them a better team in the long term. "This will serve us more than I think the Minnesota game or even the way we finished the last game when it comes down to it because we're going to play some tough games as we get going."
  • Brock Purdy won fans over as he beat Tom Brady in a blowout, and he won over his teammates as well. Nick Bosa praised the rookie's performance: "I had a lot of confidence in him, but obviously, it's the NFL, and you've got to perform. And he did that pretty darn good."
    • Purdy is dealing with an oblique injury and had an MRI on Monday. He is expected to be ready to play on Thursday despite the injury. Purdy was listed as a limited participant on Monday's estimated practice report.

#49ers QB Brock Purdy is getting an MRI today on his injured oblique, per source.

Purdy got hurt on the game's second drive Sunday, and obviously played well after it. So, not a lot of concern pending further tests. But a quick turnaround for Thursday night in Seattle.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 12, 2022
  • Patrick Mahomes threw an uncharacteristic three interceptions on Sunday, but he's thankful the rest of the team was able to step up when he had a bad day. "The defense made a lot of stops in critical moments when we were putting them in some bad situations."
  • Jeff Saturday says Matt Ryan will remain the starting quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts following the bye week.
  • The Washington Commanders activated Carson Wentz off of injured reserve on Monday. He will serve as Taylor Heinicke's backup.

Commanders activated QB Carson Wentz from the Reserve/Injured List.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 12, 2022
  • Andy Dalton will remain the New Orleans Saints' starter for Week 15.
  • New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh said Mike White is day-to-day after suffering a (series of) rib injury on Sunday. Saleh wouldn't commit to Joe Flacco or Zach Wilson starting in his place, or as the backup. I know what the obvious choice is.

Saleh is non-committal on whether it will be Flacco or Wilson for QB2 this week, so it sounds like there’s a chance Wilson could get a bump up. #Jets

— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) December 12, 2022
  • The Atlanta Falcons announced their quarterback change - to rookie Desmond Ridder. Head coach Arthur Smith said that while it was a performance-based decisiont to bench Marcus Mariota, he will go to injured reserve, ending his season.
  • Russell Wilson exited Sunday's game with a head injury and he was placed in concussion protocol, where he remains. Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett said on Monday that all they can do is go through the process. "

#Broncos coach Hackett says Wilson feels great today. But he’s in protocol #Denver7 pic.twitter.com/2x4OTvm0RA

— Troy Renck (@TroyRenck) December 12, 2022
  • The Baltimore Ravens are unsure who will start at QB this week. With Tyler Huntley in concussion protocol, it could be Anthony Brown this week. Head coach John Harbaugh said he has no update on Lamar Jackson's status, which likely means he won't be able to go after missing just one week with a PCL sprain. "I really don't have any updates that I would be allowed to share on that."
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Falcons make a QB change

12/9/2022

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The Atlanta Falcons are on a bye this week but come Week 15; they'll have a new quarterback. The team is benching starter Marcus Mariota in favor of rookie QB Desmond Ridder, a move that came too late, in my opinion.

Sources: The #Falcons are looking to the future, making a QB switch to rookie Desmond Ridder as the starter. pic.twitter.com/x5GDff5VFx

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) December 8, 2022
Ridder was selected in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft after being a standout at Cincinnati. Ridder has not taken any regular season snaps yet, but he'll have extra time to prepare.

More importantly, Ridder's performance over the last quarter of the NFL season should give the team some clarity on if he is their QB of the Future.

More QB news:

  • First, they lost Trey Lance. Then they lost Jimmy Garoppolo. So now, in the thick of a playoff race, the San Francisco 49ers are forced to turn to rookie Brock Purdy at quarterback. Usually, I would be panicking, but offensive lineman Trent Williams sees a tough player who doesn't necessarily act like a rookie. "You would think he's been in the league 15 years. If you're talking, he'll say, 'Shut your ass up.' He ain't no timid rookie feeling his way around. He will get on your ass."
    • Head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke about the change from Garoppolo to Purdy and how it wasn't as difficult as it was to switch from Lance to Garoppolo. "Jimmy and Brock aren't necessarily running threats, so you don't sit there and design stuff like that, but they're definitely both mobile enough to make plays with their legs."
  • The Detroit Lions, surprisingly, are playing really good football right now. More specifically, Jared Goff is playing really good football right now. He acknowledged his play, pointing to it as the best of his career thus far. "I've played a lot of good football in my career, but I feel as comfortable as I've ever felt."
  • As expected, Lamar Jackson did not practice for the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday. Jackson exited last week's game with a knee injury. Backup Tyler Huntley should be the presumed starter for the next week, perhaps longer.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson did not practice for a second straight day on Thursday. He's dealing with a knee injury.

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) December 8, 2022
  • Amid a strong 2022 for Tua Tagovailoa, he had a head-scratching performance in Week 14. He was later pulled late in the fourth quarter for an ankle injury. But head coach Mike McDaniel says the Miami Dolphins' poor performance was more than just Tagovailoa's shortcomings. "From a football perspective, everything that went wrong wasn't a direct result of the quarterback. It never is exactly like that. However, we all know that he wants to play as well as he can, and he thinks he could have done better in that game."
    • Tagovailoa remained limited in Thursday's practice.
  • Trevor Lawrence did not practice on Thursday with a toe injury.
  • The Dallas Cowboys are the current favorites to land free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., but questions have been raised about his availability coming off an ACL injury. QB Dak Prescott said it's a plus if he ends up signing, but they're good with what they have if not. "We like our guys," if you will.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott on free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr.: “I felt like the visit went well. I know us meeting, having lunch with a couple of guys, I know it well.” Knows it’s a business. “If we get him, hell yeah it’s going to help. And if not, I’m confident in what we have.”

— Michael Gehlken (@GehlkenNFL) December 8, 2022
  • Geno Smith was added to the Seattle Seahawks injury report on Thursday with a shoulder injury. It's unclear at the moment of the severity, but it is his throwing shoulder. So, it's something to keep an eye on.

Seahawks injury report --- still no Walker or Deejay Dallas. And certainly noteworthy that Geno Smith suddenly shows up as limited with a right shoulder injury. He was not listed with that earlier in the week. Smith did take a hard shot or two against the Rams. pic.twitter.com/VyXcJxw3Z2

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) December 9, 2022
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Rams claim Baker Mayfield

12/7/2022

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The Los Angeles Rams were the lucky winners of the Baker Mayfield sweepstakes after he was put on waivers by the Carolina Panthers on Monday.

Former No. 1 overall pick Baker Mayfield was claimed on waivers today by the Los Angeles Rams, per league sources. The Rams now inherit the remaining $1.35 million on Mayfield’s contract. Mayfield is expected to fly to LA by tonight and could play Thursday night vs. the Raiders. pic.twitter.com/CAIVhY25Nu

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 6, 2022
While he's not expected to start on Thursday night, Mayfield reportedly went straight to LA, playbook in hand and ready to learn the offense. The Rams placed starting quarterback Matthew Stafford on injured reserve after a series of injuries; backup John Wolford is also injured, leaving Bryce Perkins at the position.

While Los Angeles is all but done as far as the playoff race goes, and Mayfield hasn't exactly lit it up in the NFL, this is the best roster he's been a part of thus far. It'll be interesting to see what comes of this move long-term.

Despite a few other teams potentially needing someone at the QB position, the Rams were the only team to put in a waiver claim for Mayfield.

more qb news:

  • In probably the best news they could have gotten, Jimmy Garoppolo got good news on his foot injury on Tuesday, avoiding a Lisfranc injury and surgery. Garoppolo could return in 7-8 weeks, putting him in the window to return in the postseason, should the San Francisco 49ers make it that far without him. The Niners plan to roll with Brock Purdy at the starting role for the time being.
    • The Niners signed QB Josh Johnson to a one-year deal.
    • San Francisco did not put a waiver claim in on Mayfield.

Sources: Doctors concluded today that 49ers' QB Jimmy Garoppolo does not need foot surgery, it is not a Lisfranc injury, and if rehab goes smoothly, he could have a chance to return in 7-8 weeks, making him a potential playoff contributor. pic.twitter.com/beYu1Pa9KU

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 6, 2022
  • Baltimore Ravens quarterback has been diagnosed with a sprained PCL, and will likely miss Week 14's game. A typical recovery period for this type of injury is 1-3 weeks.
    • While the Pittsburgh Steelers aren't likely to face starting quarterback Lamar Jackson on Sunday, they will meet Tyler Huntley, a familiar face for them. Huntley played a pretty solid game against Pittsburgh last season, and head coach Mike Tomlin says they're expecting an improved Huntley. "We expect to see a much better guy."

Ravens’ QB Lamar Jackson suffered a sprained PCL during Sunday’s win over the Denver Broncos, per league sources. PCL injuries often sideline players 1-to-3 weeks and Ravens’ HC John Harbaugh already has said Jackson is “less likely” to play Sunday vs. the Steelers. pic.twitter.com/4ra4KDuUdQ

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 6, 2022
  • The Indianapolis Colts have a bye week in Week 14, and they'll (hopefully) spend it evaluating things. Head coach Jeff Saturday says they'll look at everything, including the QB position because Matt Ryan is bad. "We're going to look at everything, no position in particular, but everybody. We need the best 11 on the field every time. If we think somebody gives us a better chance to win, let's have those discussions this week."
  • Speaking of benching quarterbacks on their bye week, I present to you the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Arthur Smith talked about making team changes during this week off. "We've got to get over this hump here, and there are a lot of things at stake. It's going to be what's best for this team short term and long term."
  • Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said there could be discussions about backup QB Jordan Love starting games late in the regular season.
  • Tua Tagovailoa left Sunday's game early while dealing with an ankle injury. Head coach Mike McDaniel said it's not a big deal, and Tagovailoa shouldn't miss any time. "We will just be mindful of what he does...But I'm very confident and don't anticipate any sort of setback that would negate him playing in the upcoming football match."
  • The Washington Commanders seem prepared to ride the Taylor Heinicke wave from now on, with Carson Wentz as the backup. Head coach Ron Rivera confirmed. "I feel comfortable with Taylor. When Carson's activated, he'll be the primary backup, and we'll go from there."
  • John Wolford returned to a limited practice on Tuesday.
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The Eagles are defeated no more

11/15/2022

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The Philadelphia Eagles are undefeated no more. Unfortunately, the Eagles played their worst game all season with three turnovers. While the game went back and forth for most of the duration, it wasn't as close as the score might suggest. The Eagles couldn't keep the Washington Commanders off the field (not something I thought I'd ever say), and it seemed like every time Philly seemed to get it together, they turned the ball over.

Neither quarterback impressed, but Washington QB Taylor Heinicke celebrated in style on the flight home. If this doesn't seal him keeping the starting job, I'm not sure what will.

Taylor Heinicke getting the Kirk Cousins treatment while the Commanders have their players in economy with trash cans full of Busch Lite is one of the funniest scenes from this season pic.twitter.com/lv4hjs8ZhF

— NFL Memes (@NFL_Memes) November 15, 2022

other qb news:

  • The Carolina Panthers will start Baker Mayfield at quarterback this week as PJ Walker is dealing with a high-ankle sprain. Sam Darnold will be the backup. Mayfield hasn't played well this season, so I wouldn't be surprised if they turned to Darnold to see what he has in a last-ditch effort.

With P.J. Walker dealing with a high ankle sprain, Panthers’ HC Steve Wilks told reporters that Baker Mayfield will start Sunday vs. Baltimore.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 14, 2022
  • Aaron Rodgers has been silently (and sometimes, not so silently) begging for a wide receiver to show up for the Green Bay Packers. On Sunday, we finally had the Christian Watson Emergence Game. Rodgers spoke about it postgame. "We had a lot of plays designed for him, so I don't think there was any other option. I think that first touchdown, probably on the atomic level, shifted a lot of different things for him, exorcising some demons. I'm proud of him. He made some plays." Of course, this is how Rodgers explains this.
  • Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson isn't allowed to play until Week 13, but this is the first week he's allowed to practice with the team. While I'm sure this is an upgrade for the Browns on the field, it's a downgrade as far as morals go.

Under the terms of his 11-game suspension, Browns’ QB Deshaun Watson is eligible to begin practicing, effective today. He can make his season debut in Week 13 at Houston against his former team.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 14, 2022
  • In one of the biggest blunders of the day, Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady tried (and failed) to catch a pass from running back Leonard Fournette. Brady gave the play-by-play version postgame. "It was too late, and the ball went up in the air, and I was trying to just, whatever, jump up and knock it down. But I ended up falling on my face."
  • Matt Ryan got the start for the Indianapolis Colts this weekend and left guard Quenton Nelson had nothing but good things to say about him getting his job back.

Quenton Nelson on Matt Ryan — this speaks for most of the locker room, which never wanted to see Ryan benched in the first place:

More inside the Colts' wild week--https://t.co/YEtoZv5BEN pic.twitter.com/3spWiRGnNa

— Zak Keefer (@zkeefer) November 14, 2022
  • People (aka me) are waiting for the Atlanta Falcons to release Desmond Ridder into the wild, and it doesn't appear that that could be happening anytime soon. However, head coach Arthur Smith says he didn't consider benching starter Marcus Mariota on Sunday, and "If we were going to make a change, I'd tell you. You'd see it at practice."
  • Stop me if you've heard this before, but Dennis Allen and the New Orleans Saints are undecided on the quarterback position for next week. There's a chance they could end the Andy Dalton Experiment and go back to Jameis Winston. The Saints play the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

Dennis Allen said he’ll sit down and visit with Jameis Winston, will talk to the medical staff, etc, said they have to do what gives the team the best chance to win. Said he has not made a decision at QB yet, but sounds like Winston is a possibility.

— Katherine Terrell (@Kat_Terrell) November 14, 2022
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Week Eight Highlights

10/31/2022

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Yes, Matt Canada called this play.

The Pittsburgh Steelers ran the 'Philly Special' against the Philadelphia Eagles, because of course they did. It involved wide receiver Chase Claypool throwing a touchdown to fullback (!!) Derek Watt for six in the first quarter.

The Steelers ended up losing this game (badly) and the Eagles remain the only undefeated team in the league.

.@ChaseClaypool TD PASS to @DerekWatt34 on 4th and Goal!

□: #PITvsPHI on CBS
□: Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/kHi66m0LGX pic.twitter.com/NR713Wal6v

— NFL (@NFL) October 30, 2022

Hopkins hands are incredible pic.twitter.com/TxhyZf6lY8

— Barstool Sportsbook (@BSSportsbook) October 30, 2022
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has the touchdown catch of the year so far with this one-handed grab from QB Kyler Murray.

Hopkins is coming off of a six-game PED suspension and is still one of the best in the league made sure to stick his hand out while being smothered by Minnesota Vikings defenders.

The Cardinals went on to lose this game, 34-26.
No one wants to win the NFC South.

In a close game, the Carolina Panthers had wide receiver DJ Moore line up to receive a Hail Mary attempt from QB PJ Walker, which was caught.

But before they had a chance to get excited, Moore ripped off his helmet, which is a (lame) penalty for excessive celebration, generating a flag by the refs.

The kick was missed, sending the game into overtime.

The Atlanta Falcons ended up winning this one by pure magic, 37-34.

PJ WALKER JUST DID THAT. HAIL MARY TO DJ MOORE. pic.twitter.com/dDYwoZhaGG

— NFL (@NFL) October 30, 2022

It's tricky!@CMC_22 TD pass to @THE2ERA ?

? #SFvsLAR on FOX pic.twitter.com/9CcXXH3XU7

— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) October 30, 2022
The newest San Francisco 49er made a splash in a big way on Sunday.

Running back Christian McCaffrey blessed us with some trickery and threw a touchdown to wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk to tie up the game.


More QB News:

  • The Denver Broncos were icing Russell Wilson's shoulder between drives. Wilson originally injured his shoulder in Week Four.
  • The New York Jets chose Mike White as the backup QB in Week Eight, as Joe Flacco and Chris Streveler were inactive.
  • Philadelphia Eagles backup Gardner Minshew replaced starter Jalen Hurts in the fourth quarter, as they were up 35-13.
  • New York Jets wide receiver Elijah Moore was asked about his chemistry with QB Zach Wilson and his response was, "I don't know, I don't get the ball." MAJOR Eyeball Emojis here ?

Elijah Moore was asked about his on-field chemistry with Zach Wilson:

"I don't even know, I couldn't even tell you. I don't get the ball. I don't know." pic.twitter.com/I4qt96ENrd

— Jets Videos (@snyjets) October 30, 2022
  • The Las Vegas Raiders were shut out, as they lost 24-0 to the New Orleans Saints in a mid-off between Derek Carr and Andy Dalton. Carr said the typical shit, "we need to be better and look within," following the beatdown.

"This is embarrassing...that should never happen."

-Derek Carr #RaiderNation #Raiders pic.twitter.com/Fw6EV4qkXs

— Logan Reever (@loganreever) October 30, 2022
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Stomach bug halts Dolphins-Eagles practice

8/26/2022

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The Philadelphia Eagles and Miami Dolphins were scheduled to have two days of joint practices ahead of Saturday's final preseason matchup. Not anymore! Due to a stomach bug and players barfing everywhere, Thursday's practice has been canceled, and teams will meet virtually.

The #Dolphins, who canceled their joint practice with the #Eagles today, are dealing with a stomach bug, sources say. Bunch of players sick, vomiting overnight.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) August 25, 2022

more:

  • Free agent center JC Tretter announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday. Tretter most recently played for the Cleveland Browns and was the NFL Players' Association president.

NFLPA president JC Tretter announces his retirement from football. https://t.co/phvZQO9EL3

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 25, 2022
  • Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith suffered a hamstring injury in Wednesday's practice that appears worse than initially thought. Smith is believed to have an avulsion fracture in his knee, which will require him to miss up until December, but more likely the 2022 season.

#Cowboys standout LT Tyron Smith actually suffered an avulsion fracture of the knee, meaning the hamstring tendon that sits at the back of the knee pulled off the bone and he needs surgery, sources say. If he’s back at all, it’ll be December. A tough loss.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 25, 2022
  • Rookie wide receiver Treylon Burks was a no-go for Thursday's Tennessee Titans practice after leaving midday on Wednesday. It's unclear what this specific injury is, but Burks has been in and out of practices all offseason with different ailments.

No Treylon Burks for the #Titans today.

— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) August 25, 2022
  • Running back Antonio Gibson appears to be the Washington Commanders' first choice for kick returner in 2022. Gibson has taken reps in this role and a regular backfield role.

Ron Rivera on if RB Antonio Gibson will be the team's top kick returner this season: "You still need to see some more stuff, but you know, I think he is. I do. I think he's done a nice job.”

— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) August 25, 2022
  • Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London remains out of practice with a knee injury. Head coach Arthur Smith stated almost two weeks ago that they did not consider it a "long-term" injury, but it's getting there, yes?

Falcons players I don’t see in early part of practice (perhaps they show up later):

WR Drake London
DL Marlon Davidson
TE John FitzPatrick
OL Jalen Mayfield
RB Cordarrelle Patterson (rest)

— Michael Rothstein (@mikerothstein) August 25, 2022
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