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Jared Goff, rushing attack get the best of Packers

9/29/2023

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff started Thursday Night off with an interception - right to Green Bay Packers safety Rudy Ford. Goff followed that up by going 3-for-3 on the next possession, capping it off with a touchdown to wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown.

Amon-Ra sent him sliding on the route □#DETvsGB on Prime Video
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— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2023

Goff finished the night completing 19-of-28 passes for 210 yards, one touchdown and an interception. But he mostly got to sit back and watch the Lions' rushing attack take complete control of the Packers' defense.

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New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr sprained his AC joint during last week's game, and is currently not giving an update or a timetable on when he will be able to return to the field. "I do anything and everything I can with my rehab, everything with my trainers, I'm going to do everything I can to be out there with my guys and if I can play, I'll play," he told reporters. Carr is considered week-to-week with his injury and backup Jameis Winston will play in his place until Carr can throw.

Anthony Richardson is here at practice again.

Last step to clear concussion protocol is clearance by an independent neurologist.
— Nate Atkins (@NateAtkins_) September 28, 2023

Indianapolis Colts rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson clocked his second-straight practice on Thursday as he works through concussion protocol. Richardson needs to be officially cleared by a neurologist before he sees the field, but it's likely he will play in Week 4.
Richardson was listed as a full participant in Thursday's practice.

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young is trending towards playing this weekend as well after missing last week's game due to an ankle injury. Head coach Frank Reich confirmed Young feeling better, and Young himself said, "I feel good," in reference to his injury. We're marked free from seeing Andy Dalton play football for another week.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo was upgraded to a limited status on Thursday (he did not practice Wednesday) as he moves through concussion protocol. We'll get a better idea of where he is on Friday - he has until Saturday to be cleared if he is to suit up on Sunday.

Patriots claim Matt Corral off waivers

9/1/2023

The New England Patriots have made some interesting quarterback moves over the past few days - cutting Bailey Zappe and Malik Cunningham. Here's another - they claimed QB Matt Corral off waivers after he was cut by the Carolina Panthers.

Source: The #Patriots have claimed former #Panthers QB Matt Corral.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 31, 2023

The Panthers selected Corral in the 2022 draft before he was sidelined the entirety of the season with a Lisfranc injury. It'll be interesting to see how he fits in with the other QBs on the practice squad - and how much, if any, playing time he sees behind Mac Jones.

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I, personally, think Joe Flacco is the greatest QB of all time. Joe Montana thinks Dan Marino is. "Put Marino in today's game where he gets free release... and his receivers, holy cow, weren't very big. Now these guys are 6'4", 6'5." I think Marino is probably one of the most unsung heroes of the game. People don't talk enough about him or realize the numbers that he put up during the times he put them up." Apparently Montana doesn't talk to a lot of Miami Dolphins fans, because that's all they talk about.

QB Anthony Brown returned to the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad.
- QB Josh Johnson also re-signed with Ravens.

The Buffalo Bills signed QB Shane Buechele to their practice squad.

QB Nathan Peterman is back with the Chicago Bears.
- The Bears are still making a decision on which QB (Peterman or rookie Tyson Bagent) will be the team's No. 2 QB.

QB Deshaun Watson was voted a Cleveland Browns team captain because he is a very good example of how to lead other men (sarcasm). Head coach Kevin Stefanski actually thinks this though. "These players voted for those guys and Deshaun in particular, but Deshaun, that's very, very natural for him to lead. And I think he's comfortable leading them out in front."

The Indianapolis Colts named rookie QB Anthony Richardson one of their seven captains for 2023.

The Detroit Lions signed QB David Blough to the practice squad.

Expectations are high for the New York Jets this season. And Aaron Rodgers knows it. "Obviously, there are a lot of expectations. A lot of people are going to be pulling for us to fall flat - the crows as Robert Saleh referred to them. A lot of people are in our corner too, which is a good thing."

Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow returned to practice this week, and the plan is for him to return Week 1. If all goes to plan, that is. "I think he's in a good place and we got a good plan in place for him to get ready for Week 1," offensive coordinator Brian Callahan said.

Patriots cut Bailey Zappe, Malik Cunningham

8/30/2023

As NFL teams got down to their final 53-man rosters on Tuesday, the New England Patriots cut everyone not named Mac Jones basically. Backup QBs Bailey Zappe (a fan-favorite) and Malik Cunningham (after a strong preseason) were both waived by the team.

Zappe, a fourth-rounder in 2022, appeared in two games as a rookie - and played well enough for fans to scream incessantly that they wanted him to start over Jones. Cunningham, who was an undrafted free agent out of Louisville in 2023, had a strong preseason.

Fans and media weren't the only ones a little shocked by the moves. Patriots special-teamer Matthew Slater said the news that Zappe was being cut was a shock to the whole locker room.

Matthew Slater said he has “mixed emotions” about Bailey Zappe’s release.

“Certainly, something like that is, I guess, surprising to a lot of us.”

“I love Bailey. He knows how I feel about him. He’s one of my favorite kids all-time.” pic.twitter.com/EBIpj0xYWT
— Zack Cox (@ZackCoxNESN) August 29, 2023

It's possible that one, or both will end up on someone else's roster - or someone's practice squad.

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Jimmy Garoppolo has had a ton of time to get to know Trey Lance over the past few seasons when they were both with the San Francisco 49ers. Garoppolo thinks Lance will end up in a good place, but just needs some playing time (we all feel this way, Jimmy). "Excited for Trey. Just a new opportunity for him. Things didn't work out in San Francisco for whatever reasons, but glad that he gets another shot. This league's all about opportunities, and when you get a fresh one like that, you've just got to take advantage of it."

The Cincinnati Bengals released QB Trevor Siemian.

The #Bengals have released QB Trevor Siemian, per Trevor

Jake Browning is currently QB2
— Jay Morrison (@ByJayMorrison) August 29, 2023

The Washington Commanders cut QB Jake Fromm.

The Denver Broncos waived QB Ben DiNucci.

The Cleveland Browns officially waived QB Kellen Mond.

The Chicago Bears will release QB Nathan Peterman, which will leave Tyson Bagent as the backup QB.

The Dallas Cowboys cut QB Will Grier.

The San Francisco 49ers are keeping QB Brandon Allen on the 53-man roster, along with Sam Darnold and Brock Purdy.

The Buffalo Bills put veteran QB Matt Barkley on injured reserve, leaving Kyle Allen as the No. 2 QB.

QB Tim Boyle was among the New York Jets' final roster cuts.

The Detroit Lions put QB Nate Sudfeld on injured reserve with a torn ACL.

The Baltimore Ravens released both Josh Johnson and Anthony Brown, leaving only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.

Cardinals place Murray on PuP; Won't name Week 1 starter

8/29/2023

The Arizona Cardinals will stick quarterback Kyler Murray on the PUP (physically unable to perform) list to begin the season. Murray has been rehabbing an ACL tear from Week 14 in 2022, so this was bound to happen. This move means that Murray will miss the first four games of the season, at a minimum. Onto the good stuff.

The Cardinals released veteran QB Colt McCoy, meaning that he clearly won't be the backup when Murray is out. The team traded for QB Joshua Dobbs last week and have rookie Clayton Tune also on the roster, making the two of them prime candidates for the job.

There's still more.

Head coach Jonathan Gannon says he won't name a starter ahead of Week 1. We're all on the edges of our seats.

Gannon won’t name QB starter ahead of Washington game. Cites competitive advantage.
— Darren Urban (@Cardschatter) August 28, 2023

Citing "competitive advantage" here is insane. It might be the only advantage they have.

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The Houston Texans officially named rookie QB CJ Stroud as their starter for Week One.

“I'm blessed to be a starter so young in this league, which isn't the easiest thing to do, but I know my coaches have faith and trust in me, and I'll go out there and try to do my best."

Our story on #Texans rookie CJ Stroud being named Week 1 starter: https://t.co/NXgCdTzX7g
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 28, 2023

Detroit Lions quarterback Nate Sudfeld suffered a torn ACL in Saturday's preseason game.
- The Lions also waived QB Adrian Martinez, leaving only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.

The Minnesota Vikings waived QB Jordan Ta'amu.

The New England Patriots waived quarterback Trace McSorley.

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh says he doesn't anticipate backup QB Tyler Huntley going on injured reserve at this time. Huntley has been dealing with a hamstring injury.

Harbaugh did say that he doesn't foresee QB Tyler Huntley (hamstring) going on IR.
— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) August 28, 2023

John Wolford was waived by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Los Angeles Chargers waived rookie quarterback Max Duggan.

Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is having trouble connecting with his younger teammates, according to his wife Kelly. "So, Matthew's been in the league a long time. He's like, 'The difference in the locker room has changed so significantly.' They have a lot of rookies on their team, they're very young. But he's like, 'I feel like I can't connect.'"

Colts name Anthony Richardson their Week One starter

8/16/2023

The Indianapolis Colts announced rookie QB Anthony Richardson will officially be the starting quarterback in Week One.

Shane Steichen announces Anthony Richardson has won the starting QB job. #Colts
— George Bremer (@gmbremer) August 15, 2023

Richardson, who was drafted by the Colts at No. 4 in this past year's draft, has seen the first-team offense for most of training camp despite various reports that he may need to take the "sit and learn" approach his first year in the league. On a team that has started a different QB every season for what seems like forever, the plan is that Richardson is the starter for many years to come.

Backup quarterback Gardner Minshew thinks Richardson is fully equipped for the job, and isn't disappointed that he won't be the team's starter come September. Minshew knew when he signed with Indianapolis this offseason that there was a good chance the rookie could win the job.

Gardner Minshew on the news of Anthony Richardson being named the starter:

“...I totally understand & I’m all-in with what we got going. I can’t stress enough, I’m really excited about Anthony, I think he’s going to be really special. I think he’s got a great opportunity here.”
— Kevin Bowen (@KBowen1070) August 15, 2023

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New Detroit Lions QB Teddy Bridgewater will wear No. 50. Absolutely disgusting.

New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers appeared to have suffered a calf injury in Tuesday's practice.

After releasing a pass (interception), Aaron Rodgers clutches his left calf. He’s limping around, but stays in for the next play. This was his “good” calf. Injured the right in OTAs. #Jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) August 15, 2023

New England Patriots QB Malik Cunningham keeps getting praise - from media and from his teammates. "That dude is electric," wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster said. "When the football's in his hands as a quarterback, he's a very dangerous player." Cunningham has seen some first-team reps this week in practice after shining in the team's first preseason game.

Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson will start for the Cleveland Browns in Thursday's preseason game.

Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask listed as co-Qb1s

8/9/2023

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QBs Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask are both listed as QB1 on the team's first depth chart.

Bucs first depth chart lists Baker Mayfield OR Kyle Trask as the starter. Rookie Calijah Kancey is the starter at DT and Cody Mauch is the other rookie starter at LG. pic.twitter.com/kPnpiUKZAR
— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) August 8, 2023

Head coach Todd Bowles said each QB will start a preseason game. "Whoever starts this game, the other one will start the next game and get the same amount of reps."

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was voted the No.1 player in the NFL by the players.

Malik Willis listed at No.2 and rookie QB Will Levis at No.3 on the first depth chart for the Tennessee Titans.

The Detroit Lions signed free agent QB Teddy Bridgewater this week to back up starter Jared Goff and head coach Dan Campbell is excited to see what he brings to the table. "The guy that's gonna give you the best chance to win a game if you're gonna need them. You have to play a little different, that's fine, every game's different."

Veteran quarterback Matt Ryan is prepping to be a broadcaster in 2023, but he's still open to taking a job should anyone need a vet QB. "I'm staying in shape... CBS is where my focus is at right now. But we'll see how the season shakes out."

The San Francisco 49ers listed QB Brock Purdy as the starter, Trey Lance or Sam Darnold as the backup.

QB Chris Streveler reverted to the New York Jets' injured reserve list after going unclaimed on waivers.

QB Mac Jones is listed as the starter on the New England Patriots first unofficial depth chart.

Lions sign Teddy Bridgewater

8/8/2023

The Detroit Lions signed free agent quarterback Teddy Bridgewater on Monday.

The #Lions are signing QB Teddy Bridgewater after a recent visit to Detroit, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo. A new backup QB. pic.twitter.com/pRA6EqMi5Q
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 7, 2023

Bridgewater will be the backup for starter Jared Goff. The team also has QB Nate Sudfeld and rookie QB Hendon Hooker on the roster, though he's not expected to play in 2023 due to recovering from a torn ACL.

The Lions were interested in Bridgewater for a backup role since the spring, even offering him a contract in April. Bridgewater decided to hold out for a starting role, and when that did not surface, Bridgewater went back to Detroit.

Bridgewater is heading into his tenth season as an NFL player. His latest stint was with the Miami Dolphins, where he backed up Tua Tagovailoa.

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The Dallas Cowboys are instilling a new offense as head coach Mike McCarthy will take over the playcalling himself. Quarterback Dak Prescott says he sees a major difference in the offense heading into 2023. "Just crazy amount of details. Guys are on the same page, just being very open and communicating. That has been a world of difference."

Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is under a lot of pressure to make it back to the big game in 2023. Hurts says he's channeling some of his sports heroes to improve his focus and overall mindset. "Every time you go into an offseason, for me at least, I look at guys like MJ and Kobe and how they diagnose their game. Obviously two different sports, but trying to get better at my strengths and then turning my weaknesses into my strengths."

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson said he plans to play quarterback Trevor Lawrence, other starters, in Saturday's preseason game.

The Houston Texans will start rookie QB CJ Stroud in their Week 1 preseason game.

#Texans coach DeMeco Ryans told @SlaterNFL and me that No. 2 overall C.J. Stroud will start Thursday’s preseason opener against the #Patriots. Full interview coming soon on @nflnetwork
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 7, 2023

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The New Orleans Saints plan to play new QB Derek Carr and other starters in their preseason opener. "It's a new season, a new group, and I want to see our guys play," head coach Dennis Allen said.

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has a new home - he recently purchased a $9.5 million home in Montclair, New Jersey.

The New York Jets waived QB Chris Streveler.

The #Jets waived QB Chris Streveler.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 7, 2023

San Francisco 49ers presumed starting quarterback Brock Purdy is not expected to play in their preseason opener as he continues to recover from offseason elbow surgery.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QBs Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask have been competing all summer to see who will get the starting nod (they'll split starting preseason games, with Mayfield getting Week One and Trask getting Week Two). Trask says he's keeping his focus on what he can do to get better. "I've been in a lot of quarterback competitions in my football career and I think the main thing you can focus on is just playing the best that you can. There's a lot of things that are out of your hands, in terms of the competition. It's the same for me: stay focused on what I can do."

Justin Fields says he'll throw for 4K yards in 2023

7/21/2023

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields is under a lot of pressure to deliver in 2023. And he's bringing most of it on himself. Fields declared that he will be the first Bears QB to reach 4,000 yards.

The @ChicagoBears have NEVER had a passer throw for 4,000 yards in a single season.

Justin Fields says that is going to change... THIS season.@atcoveredpod pic.twitter.com/89zAFmxEdF
— NFL on CBS □ (@NFLonCBS) July 20, 2023

I love the confidence.

The franchise record was set by Erik Kramer (who even is that?) in 1995 with 3,838 yards. Fields led all QBs in rushing yards last season, but we'll see in 2023 if he can level up to this high expectation.

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Rumors have been swirling that the Los Angeles Rams have been on the brink of moving on from QB Matthew Stafford. COO Kevin Demoff isn't exactly denying this, but he's definitely watering this rumor down. "I know there are reports that we tried to trade Matthew. We were not actively trying to trade Matthew. I know Les [Snead] has rebuffed that before. It's just not the case." Key word - "actively." Translation - "We know nobody wants this awful contract we gave him."

You'd think the Kansas City Chiefs would be satisfied with two of the last four Super Bowl trophies. But, no. Patrick Mahomes says the team is as motivated as ever and is looking to repeat. "Everybody's motivated by that. You should be motivated to do it again. When you have that parade, when you go through the offseason that I've been through, you want to do it again."

The Miami Dolphins picked up QB Tua Tagovailoa's fifth-year option, but have not yet signed him to a long-term deal. The reason? He needs to show he can stay healthy. Tagovailoa knows he's under pressure this season to do so. "I think I've got to do what I've been doing this past year, outside of injuries. Just the way I play football, play my style of football. But I think the things that have hurt me have been just the injuries."

The Green Bay Packers announced the signing of QB Alex McGough.

The expectations are through the roof for the New York Jets this season because of who they have at quarterback, and Aaron Rodgers knows it. "It's spectacular, that's what you want. You want to be a part of a place that has high expectations and there's a lot of positivity around here, which I think is definitely a good thing."

The Detroit Lions placed rookie QB Hendon Hooker on the active/non-football injury list to start training camp.

Josh Allen is on the cover of Madden 24

6/8/2023

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is this year's Madden 24 cover athlete.

Allen, himself, called this honor, "a childhood dream come true."

A childhood dream come true □
#Madden24 | #EAathlete pic.twitter.com/8PYdq9WOuH
— Josh Allen (@JoshAllenQB) June 7, 2023

Allen is the first Bills player to be featured on the cover and the first cover to feature fans. A good shoutout to #BillsMafia.

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Detroit Lions rookie QB Hendon Hooker won't be playing in 2023 (most likely), but he's making progress as he recovers from a torn ACL. Hooker did some light throwing on Tuesday and seemed really happy about it. "All day it was on my mind. I'm thinking like, 'I wonder how I'll throw today.' But I felt pretty good. Missed one ball to end it out, but it felt good. I felt I put the ball where I wanted to."

Brock Purdy is likely to be the starter for the San Francisco 49ers in September, but tight end George Kittle is praising Trey Lance's growth. (And, if you listen closely, it's clear the rumors about Lance struggling throughout the past two seasons were not just rumors.)

“I think Trey [Lance] looks significantly better than he did last year.” □

— George Kittle pic.twitter.com/PmkhjTru96
— 49ers on NBCS (@NBCS49ers) June 6, 2023

The Chicago Bears are focused on improving Justin Fields' game in 2023, while also limiting his running and improving his overall knowledge of the game. Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy detailed the team's plans for Fields in 2023. "With the running part of it, most of that is a natural thing once you're in the moment. But the decision making, we're working on every day. Timing and rhythm, we're working on every day."

Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert participated in 7-on-7 drills for the first time in front of reporters this week. Herbert is recovering from shoulder surgery and is on track to be 100% by training camp.

#Chargers QB Justin Herbert did participate in 7-on-7 drills today during the team's OTA practice. That's the first time he has done so in front of reporters this offseason. Herbert had surgery on his left shoulder after the season.
— Jeff Miller (@JeffMillerLAT) June 7, 2023

Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa donated $10,000 to TuAnon founder's family via GoFundMe.

Brock Purdy on pace for season opener after surgery

6/7/2023

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy recently began throwing after his elbow surgery. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said he hasn't specifically seen Purdy throw yet, but that he's "on pace."

Kyle Shanahan expands on Brock Purdy’s progress, who now is throwing three times per week pic.twitter.com/H04NjeHnPd
— 49ers on NBCS (@NBCS49ers) June 6, 2023

It is not yet known if Purdy will be recovered enough to participate in training camp, but if he's truly on pace, he should be ready to start come September. Trey Lance and Sam Darnold are the other QBs on the 49ers' roster.

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Trevor Lawrence had his best season as a pro in 2022, giving new light to the Jacksonville Jaguars, who have been searching for a franchise quarterback for what seems like...forever. Lawrence is eager to build on last year and he says keeping the same staff is a big plus. "To have the same staff, to have a lot of the same players, to have the carryover, and the system, that feels good having that and being able to focus on little parts of my game instead of just making sure I got the installs and know the plan coming into practice."

Even though the Detroit Lions drafted rookie QB Hendon Hooker in the 2023 NFL Draft, Jared Goff is the locked-in starter at the start of the season. Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson says training camp will be the first test for the QBs sitting behind Goff. "I love the QBs room right now. There's a great camaraderie in there and I think that's really important when you define that backup quarterback position... We've got a really good group. They're learning, they're growing."

The Washington Commanders are committed to second-year QB Sam Howell for 2023, but head coach Ron Rivera said veteran Jacoby Brissett will also get first-team reps before they name a starter in September.

Ron Rivera’s presser:
• Chase Young “absolutely” remains a starter
• Rivera is confident Young’s knee is healthy but “the proof will be in the pudding”
• Rivera still considers it a competition between Howell and Brissett and it’ll be discussed whether to get JB 1st team reps pic.twitter.com/2YPbnvnDsU
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) June 6, 2023

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh said QB Aaron Rodgers will do everything other than 11-on-11 drills during this week's practice after tweaking his calf last month. Even though he'll practice in a limited fashion, Saleh said of Rodgers, "There's been some wow moments."