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Tom Brady-Mike Evans connection heating up

1/3/2023

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  • Mike Evans and Tom Brady haven't had the best connection this season, but things are coming together at just the right time for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Evans had this to say about his QB: "Tom was just dropping dimes. Those were some really, really good balls. This was one of the best games I've seen Tom play since he's been here." The Bucs clinched the NFC South title this week and have a chance to continue the connection in the postseason.
    • With Week 18 being pretty meaningless for the Bucs, Brady says it would "bother" him if he did not play.

“We’re football players, it’s football season so we play football,” Tom Brady says. Would seem he plans to play at Atlanta Sunday. Todd Bowles will have he final say. Rest vs Rust? Bigger question is can you torpedo chance to win in playoffs with an injury for a meaningless game pic.twitter.com/nBwh33dLx8

— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) January 2, 2023

more qb news:

  • Once upon a time, the Green Bay Packers were 4-8, and injuries to quarterback Aaron Rodgers had people wondering whether he would be shut down for the season. But then, they won four in a row and currently control their playoff destiny. Rodgers spoke about the mindset of the team throughout the season. "Sometimes you've got to fool yourself a little bit into believing a little bit more. But I definitely had faith I was going down scrapping, for sure. I do believe in the power of manifestation, and I do believe in momentum, and I believe very strongly in the force of the mind." Sounds like a quote straight out of a Disney movie.
  • San Francisco 49ers rookie quarterback Brock Purdy has been lighting it up lately, but Sunday's game was the first time he's had to play from behind. Nevertheless, he got the job done, and head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged being able to do that was good for the team moving forward. "To keep coming back and keep attacking, he never got gun-shy, made some real good decisions too, and fought it out throughout the whole game and found a way to win."
  • The Philadelphia Eagles believe Jalen Hurts will be ready to play in Week 18. Hurts was ruled out the past two weeks with a shoulder injury but returned to practice during the week.

From @GMFB: The belief is that #Eagles QB Jalen Hurts (SC joint sprain) will be ready to play in Week 18, while the #Dolphins QB situation is in flux, with Teddy Bridgewater dealing with a dislocated pinky on his throwing hand. He’ll get imaging today. pic.twitter.com/eo1ru3dFJb

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 2, 2023
  • The Chicago Bears aren't playing for anything any longer, and they let Justin Fields stay in the game to get destroyed on Sunday, sparking the question of, well... why?!? Head coach Matt Eberflus said keeping Fields in the game was to get him experience. "I just go back to what I just kind of tried to state is in-game experience; there's nothing like it. We're not going to get that anywhere else." I understand, but I hope Eberflus crossed his fingers TIGHT that Fields wouldn't get seriously injured.
    • Despite this, Eberflus did not commit to Fields starting in Week 18. Something to keep an eye on.
  • The New York Jets were happy to get Mike White back this week after dealing with a rib injury. But, unfortunately, it turns out they stink regardless of who is at the quarterback position. White talked about the disappointment of not meeting his teammates' expectations: "The guys in the locker room deserve a certain standard. I knew what I was signing up for. I practiced all week. There's a standard they deserve, and I didn't play to that standard today."
    • Robert Saleh said on Monday that White is dealing with some rib soreness, but should be ready to play in Week 18.
  • Mike Vrabel announced QB Josh Dobbs will start at quarterback for the Tennessee Titans in Week 18 in a must-win game for the AFC South title. Vrabel explained Dobbs' strengths are what led to the decision.

Vrabel on what Dobbs has done: pic.twitter.com/FbQuODdA0a

— Teresa Walker (@TeresaMWalker) January 2, 2023
  • Deshaun Watson has struggled since his return to the Cleveland Browns' lineup. While things are still shaky, and the team has been mathematically eliminated from the postseason, Watson saw his connection with his receivers on Sunday as something to build upon. "I know Amari [Cooper], he's still trying to get healthy,  but today was a good day to be able to, especially for the start of 2023 and what the future is going to hold for the Cleveland Browns, it was good to see that happen."
  • Miami Dolphins quarterback Teddy Bridgewater exited Sunday's game with a finger injury and is on his way to get x-rays on his throwing hand. If Bridgewater and starter Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) cannot play this week, it will be Skylar Thompson this week.
    • Mike McDaniel confirmed Tagovailoa will not be in the team's plans for Week 18.
  • Alabama quarterback Bryce Young has declared for the 2023 NFL Draft. The former Heisman Trophy winner is projected to be one of the top picks in this year's draft.
  • Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams put together about three plays on Sunday that could round out a highlight reel, including a one-hander. Quarterback Justin Herbert on Williams' catch: "I don't know anyone else does anything with that. He's about as special as it gets."
  • Jeff Saturday announced Sam Ehlinger will start in Week 18 for the Indianapolis Colts after Nick Foles injured his ribs. Matt Ryan will be the backup.
  • Ron Rivera says he has no decision on the starting quarterback for the Washington Commanders as of right now. The team started Carson Wentz last week, and it did not go well.
  • Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said he doesn't know what Lamar Jackson's status will be this week.
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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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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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Mac Jones benched as Bears beat Pats in MNF

10/25/2022

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The first touchdown of the night went to quarterback Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears. Fields ran for a three-yard touchdown after going 3-for-3 and 39 yards on their second drive.

Six points for @justnfields □

□: #CHIvsNE on ESPN
□: Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/2HQeNdaFPc pic.twitter.com/244gNFRsYk

— NFL (@NFL) October 25, 2022
New England Patriots starting quarterback Mac Jones was promptly benched after throwing an interception in the second quarter, and was replaced by Bailey Zappe who, you guessed it, immediately threw a touchdown pass. Zappe took the Pats' offense right down the field, going 3-for-3 for 54 yards and capped off by a touchdown to Jakobi Meyers.

A spinning grab by @jkbmyrs5!

□: #CHIvsNE on ESPN. pic.twitter.com/LQqr5lzA8U

— New England Patriots (@Patriots) October 25, 2022
Zappe continued to throw absolute dimes, with this one in the second quarter - a 43-yarder to DaVante Parker, to set up the touchdown to give the Patriots the 10-0 lead.

BAILEY ZAPPE BOMB TO DAVANTE PARKER ?

(via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/BIGuIo6xRk

— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) October 25, 2022
The Bears (surprisingly?) ended up winning this one, forcing four turnovers and giving Bill Belichick the business. One of the more impressive turnovers was this grab by Jaquan Brisker.

Jaquan Brisker just snagged his first career interception on Monday Night Football!

pic.twitter.com/lPwMXE7O6o

— The Basic Blues Podcast (@BasicBluesPod) October 25, 2022
NOTES:

  • Bears lost center Lucas Patrick in the first quarter, where he was declared doubtful to return with a foot injury. He was carted to the locker room.
  • Jones got away with a Diqq Kiqq right to the balls of Bears DB Jaquan Brisker. Brisker left the game for a play, and then returned to promptly catch the interception that got Jones benched. Taylor Swift sings about karma, and it exists.
  • Patriots safety Kyle Duggar limped to the locker room in the second half, where he was ruled questionable to return with an ankle injury.
  • Bears defensive lineman Mike Pennel was ejected after a blindside block on Pats David Andrews.

more:

  • It has finally happened. Through years of pain and anguish, quarterback Matt Ryan has been benched for the Indianapolis Colts, meaning Sam Ehlinger will start for the remainder of the season.
  • New York Jets rookie running back Breece Hall was confirmed on Monday to have torn his ACL in Week 7. Right tackle Alijah Vera-Tucker will also miss the remainder of the season with a triceps injury.
    • To replace Hall, the Jets are acquiring RB James Robinson from the Jacksonville Jaguars for a conditional sixth-round pick in return. Robinson gives them some much-needed help at the position.
  • Speaking of injuries teams being decimated by injuries, the Los Angeles Chargers are also down two players. Cornerback JC Jackson will miss the season with a ruptured patellar tendon. Wide receiver Mike Williams will miss some time with a high-ankle sprain.
  • Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said wide receiver DK Metcalf, who left Sunday's game with a knee injury, will not need surgery and will rehab the knee. That's good news considering.
  • TIP: Keep an eye on Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett, who many think could be fired if they do not come out of London with a win.

ooof of the day:

  • The NFL is investigating this incident, where an NFL referee approached Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans and asked for an autograph following Sunday's game. Sources say you're not fucking allowed to do that.

The NFL is reviewing the incident involving side judge Jeff Lamberth and line judge Tripp Sutter, I’m told.

The NFL-NFLRA CBA specifically says game officials “shall not… ask players, coaches or any other team personnel for autographs or memorabilia.” pic.twitter.com/2suFfK3MWL

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 24, 2022


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a new deal for hunter renfrow

6/13/2022

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On Friday, the Las Vegas Raiders signed wide receiver Hunter Renfrow to a new two-year, $32 million extension. Included in the deal is a $21 million guarantee. Renfrow is coming off his best season, including a team-high nine touchdown receptions. With a true WR1 in Davante Adams in town, Renfrow is a solid WR2 and has a solid rapport with quarterback Derek Carr.

Raiders signing WR Hunter Renfrow to 2-year, $32 million extension including $21 million guaranteed. (via @TomPelissero + @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/72b4Vhei66

— NFL (@NFL) June 10, 2022

more:

  • Los Angeles Chargers owner Dean Spanos is being sued by his own sister, Dea Spanos Berberian (wait - Dean and Dea? Really), for misogynistic behavior and breaches of fiduciary duty. I am not entirely sure what that means, but basically, the sister (Dea) wants sole control of the team.

Chargers’ owner Dean Spanos is being sued by his sister, Dea Spanos Berberian, for alleged misogynistic behavior and repeated breaches of fiduciary duty, per me and @ByKimberleyA. Lawsuit was filed today in California and calls for Dean Spanos to be removed as a co-trustee. pic.twitter.com/EYYMAnUjJv

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 10, 2022
  • The Washington Commanders will screw this one up, aren't they? I can see it from a mile away. The Washington Post reports that star wide receiver (and probably the best player they've had in a very long time) Terry McLaurin and the team are still far apart as far as extension talks go. In addition, McLaurin is in the midst of a contract year and is therefore prepared to not show up for the team's mandatory minicamp.

Talks between Commanders & Terry McLaurin’s reps have continued, per sources. While there’s been some progress, they’re still far apart and, as of now (things may change), McLaurin seems unlikely to show for minicamp. He returned to Fla. today to resume training for the season.

— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) June 12, 2022
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Mike Mcdaniel in south beach

2/7/2022

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  • The Miami Dolphins have hired their head coach. San Francisco 49ers assistant Mike McDaniel blew the Dolphins away and will be the Dolphins' head coach heading into the 2022 NFL season. McDaniels is an intelligent football mind who can take their offense to the next level. There's one snag, though. I don't think current starter Tua Tagovailoa is the quarterback McDaniels excels with. It will be interesting to see if the team picks up a free agent veteran this offseason.

We have agreed to terms with Mike McDaniel. Welcome to Miami, Coach! pic.twitter.com/Hk5gIQsc6l

— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) February 6, 2022
  • The Houston Texans are one of many teams in line for a new head coach next season, and the team is currently interviewing candidates and determining who is willing to join this dumpster fire of a franchise. After firing David Culley after only one season, the Texans are reportedly down to two finalists. Among those linked to the Houston job: former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores, Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon, and former NFL quarterback Josh McCown. I am begging for McCown just for comedic purposes. I guess we will find out soon.

"Multiple sources told me -since yesterday -they’ve received word and /or have seen notification that the #Texans indicated they're were down to at least two finalists at said time, and moreover that a 3rd finalist was informed then-- they’re no longer in consideration."

— IG: JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) February 6, 2022
  • Everyone and their mom will be talking about Joe Burrow this week. Everyone and their mom will also likely be awaiting to see that Super Bowl fit next weekend (I know I will). Burrow's outfits have been a topic of conversation lately, specifically that JB9 chain. You've seen it. Social media artist Sadie Stuart painted Burrow wearing said chain, and it looks incredibly realistic. More so, she's auctioning off the painting to support Joe Burrow's Hunger Relief Fund. Here's how to enter:

Here’s a snippet from the Instagram post on how to WIN this painting! #WHODEY pic.twitter.com/uXOBUakIdi

— darry lavid (@typicalsadz) February 6, 2022
  • Aaron Rodgers' future will be one of the most talked-about stories this offseason. With guys like Ben Roethlisberger and Tom Brady (allegedly) retiring, many wonder if Rodgers will follow suit. While many are speculating that he could play elsewhere, Green Bay Packers' management is reportedly agreeing on how to handle this question going into the offseason. The (likely) league MVP has shown his worth in Green Bay, and it wouldn't be a shock to see him stick around in Wisconsin. But for how long is unclear.

(Cont.): Fowler also went onto report that he’s heard both Rodgers and the #Packers Front Office have had meetings, but they haven’t been “too intense yet”, recapping the season/pieces they like/etc. Which is on par for other reports.

— Kyle Malzhan (@KyleMalzhan) February 6, 2022
  • Hats off to you if you watched the Pro Bowl yesterday. If you did, you probably saw New England Patriots QB Mac Jones do what the kids call The Griddy. Jones threw for 112 yards and a touchdown, while other AFC QB Justin Herbert was named the offensive MVP.

MAC JONES DID THE GRIDDY □

□: #ProBowl on ESPN
□: https://t.co/Nmf6WcClQ3 pic.twitter.com/jdSfrcZDC7

— NFL (@NFL) February 6, 2022
  • Speaking of the Pro Bowl, it was held in Vegas. New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara was arrested following the Pro Bowl (which he played in) for beating someone up at a nightclub the night before. So far, the NFL's experiment with Sin City hasn't been going that well.

Battery resulting in substantial bodily harm--using force to cause severe injuries--is a felony. Under Nevada law, conviction can lead to a prison term of up to 5 years. Case more likely resolved through a plea/suspended sentence, but still a serious charge against Alvin Kamara. https://t.co/cF3He8wKEZ

— Michael McCann (@McCannSportsLaw) February 7, 2022
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THE DROP-BACK: OCTOBER 15 - Daniel jones has limited practice thursday

10/15/2021

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giants

After being knocked out (literally) of the game last weekend, New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones returned to practice on Thursday on a limited basis. Jones' status is still up in the air, as he is currently progressing through concussion protocol and has to be cleared in order to play this week.

Giants HC Joe Judge is on a call with LA media this morning (“LMK what you guys need to get the job done”).

On QB Daniel Jones: Progressing thru concussion protocol and will participate in non-contact practice today.

On QB Stafford: “There’s really not a throw he can’t make.”

— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) October 14, 2021

STEELERS

Ben Roethlisberger and the Pittsburgh Steelers are struggling this season, but they finally snapped their losing streak last week. Could this be the spark they need to keep things going? Roethlisberger says they still have a lot of work to do. "We're not by any means going to sit here and say we're fixed; we're this great offense. We're not there yet. We still have a long way to go." Well, at least he's aware.
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chargers

In probably one of the best quotes I've heard this entire season, Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Wink Martindale said of Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert​... well, I'll just leave it here.

Ravens DC Wink Martindale on Justin Herbert: “He’s one of those guys that could throw a strawberry through a battleship.” pic.twitter.com/QNEVPhMFPI

— Jonas Shaffer (@jonas_shaffer) October 14, 2021

- other notes -

  • Lamar Jackson missed practice on Thursday with an illness.
  • Kyler Murray was limited again at practice on Thursday.
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THE DROP-BACK: Friday, October 1 - Lamar Jackson misses practice for second straight day

10/1/2021

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ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was absent from practice again on Thursday, making it the second straight practice missed. While it was said that he was just dealing with some back soreness, it is somewhat alarming that he's missing yet another day of work. Offensive coordinator Greg Roman gave an update on his status.

Ravens OC Greg Roman said Lamar Jackson is dealing with "a little back flare-up."

"I don’t think it’s anything serious," Roman said. "But we’re just going to have to kind of wait and see. I think he’s going to be in good shape. We’ll wait and see."

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) September 30, 2021

​cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals are currently undefeated, and a lot of that is due to quarterback Kyler Murray. While he's currently being talked about within the ever-elusive "MVP Conversation," Murray says he's not really thinking about that right now. "It's a long season, and I was always raised and taught that if you win as a team, the individual accolades will come. That's how I treated it in high school, that's how I treated it when I won the Heisman, same thing for now. I'm not really worried about MVP or anything like that."

washington

Earlier this week, Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera said that he wants quarterback Taylor Heinicke to calm down a little bit and focus on managing the game better. In other words: Stop doing too much. Heinicke says he takes no issue with Rivera's comments. "I have no problem with it. That's what every quarterback should be - game manager. You take what's there, take what's given, and you move the ball down the field."

falcons

I know he's supposed to say this stuff, but Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera is really buttering up his opponent for next week. Rivera kind of over-did it when it came to talking about Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. "I mean, this is a savvy guy, this is a guy that's been doing it a long time and has had a lot of success. He's a league MVP. So you know, he's a really good football player. He's got a good arm. He still makes all the throws. He is a little older, but with that comes wisdom and experience. And that's what you see from Matt." Is it, though?

raiders

Oh no. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr had some strong words to say about this week's game against the Los Angeles Chargers and I'm just going to leave them here and call it a jinx. "It was always looked at as another home game and that's no disrespect, it's a fact. The way you practice, the way you meet, it felt like a home game. I fully expect Raider Nation to take over the majority of the stadium again. They usually do." Oh no.

- other notes -

  • Derek Carr was named AFC offensive player of the month for September.
  • Sam Ehlinger returned to practice on Thursday.
  • Carson Wentz was limited in Thursday's practice.
  • Justin Fields practiced fully for Bears on Thursday, while Andy Dalton​ was limited.
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NFL Notes: Tuesday 06/29 -

6/29/2021

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  • Indianapolis Colts QB Carson Wentz had some advice for fellow NDSU alum Trey Lance on being a rookie in the NFL. "He's in a great situation. They have a great culture there in San Fran, a good coaching staff. So I know he's going to do a great job, and I'm excited for him. I just keep telling him to be himself: 'Don't let any of those things change who you are, change your values, change your perspective on football. Just go play.'"
  • Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr and Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams played together once upon a time in college. Now that Adams' situation with his current QB (Aaron Rodgers) is up in the air, could Carr see them playing together again? Absolutely, he says.

From @FresnoStateFB ➡️@Raiders? @derekcarrqb all in and ready to recruit @tae15adams when the time comes. I think we all want to see Adams, Carr, and @jakehaener10 battle on the course □ @ABC30 pic.twitter.com/BogxTgZKp8

— Bri Mellon (@BriABC30) June 28, 2021
  • Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray is up for a big season in 2021 but won't let the failures of the 2020 season affect it. After a strong start in 2020, it seemed like things went slowly downhill for the remainder of the fall before the team did not make the postseason. "I want to win. Not going to the playoffs is weird for me. I know it's the NFL, and I haven't been yet, but . . . I've always played past the regular season, in every sport."​
  • Quarterback Alex Smith retired this year, and it seems like no one has a single bad word to say about this man, including his former teammate with the Washington Football Team, wide receiver Terry McLaurin​.

"They never had a feel sorry for me moment"@WashingtonNFL WR @TheTerry_25 talks about his Head Coach Ron Rivera and former QB Alex Smith during the 2020 season.

□Audio□ pic.twitter.com/Wy4pTEBleM

— SiriusXM NFL Radio (@SiriusXMNFL) June 27, 2021
  • New York Giants QB Daniel Jones has a lot of work to do this offseason and into this upcoming season, especially with the NFC East so wide open. Linebacker Cam Jordan thinks he will be up to the challenge. "I fell in love with Daniel after the first week I hung out with him going through training camp last summer. He's just a different type of competitor."
  • Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler has been looking to how new offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi used Alvin Kamara with the New Orleans Saints and saw similarities between his and Kamara's play.

"I'm betting on myself to go out there and make plays. I have no doubt about that."@Chargers RB @AustinEkeler told us how excited he is to have a big season in Joe Lombardi's offense in LA.

⬇️VIDEO⬇️ | #Chargers | #BoltUp pic.twitter.com/pLjqZYzdBF

— SiriusXM NFL Radio (@SiriusXMNFL) June 28, 2021
  • Myself and Cam Newton have a ton in common, so here's another -- we both fend off the haters. "I don't dwell on what a person may say, what this person may say, she say, I just use it to my advantage and I feed what I want it to feed."
  • Wide receiver Demariyus Thomas announced his retirement on Monday as a Denver Bronco, and what better person to talk about how great you are than Peyton Manning​?

“I always had great respect for your toughness, your work ethic, your fearlessness across the middle, your ability to make big catches in big games. … You did it the right way.”

Peyton Manning on Demaryius Thomas: pic.twitter.com/3RhBODuhP8

— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) June 28, 2021
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NFL Notes: Tuesday 06/22 - Eli Manning is back back

6/22/2021

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  • Former starting quarterback and Super Bowl champion Eli Manning is re-joining the New York Giants -- but not in the way you would think. Manning is taking a "business operations and fan engagement role" with the team. "Staying involved with this organization is very important to me. I love the organization, love the Giants and the fans, and so I want to do anything possible to help them out and be a part of it," he said in a statement. Add this to the list of Things Eli can do that Brady can't.
  • As if we need more Tom Brady in our lives, the Super Bowl-winning Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB is in a new episode of The Shop: Uninterrupted on HBO. In the trailer for the episode, Brady talks candidly about his time bout with free agency last offseason, specifically with one team that supposedly did not want to sign him in the end: "One of the teams, they weren't interested at the very end. I was thinking, you're sticking with that motherfucker?" I'm manifesting that this is about Derek Carr, but it could also be about Mitch Trubisky. And no, he isn't going to be talking about his pal â€‹Jimmy Garoppolo â€‹like that.
  • Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert will be learning a new offense this year under new head coach Brandon Staley. Herbert is looking to build upon his explosive rookie season and is spending "a few hours" each day studying his new scheme. "The tough part is memorizing and learning it all. That's where it's tough because you have to go in there and spend a lot of time watching film, practicing and repping it."
  • Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay is getting a new quarterback this year, and it's one he can't stop gushing about. Experience is vital for McVay, who is looking forward to seeing what Matthew Stafford can do this year. "Bro, this dude is a bad MF-er. Whatever people say about him, as good as it can be, he's even better than advertised. It makes sense to him." We're going to learn a whole lot about Stafford this season.
  • Today in Things We Love To See, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib came out as openly gay on Monday. But better than that, he also donated $100,000 to The Trevor Project, which focuses on suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth. Check out his message:
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A post shared by Carl Nassib (@carlnassib)

  • I feel like rookie New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones has been shit-talked lately. But his teammates are keeping the faith, which I guess, they kinda have to do. Vet safety Devin McCourty thinks he has enough leadership skills to make it work at the position. "That's a different position being a young guy because you're automatically in that leadership role. But I think he's used to that."
  • The Baltimore Ravens ranked at No. 32 in passing yards and passing attempts last season, so it's not a secret that that's a significant need for improvement heading into the 2021 season. QB Lamar Jackson agreed, saying they need to focus on consistency. "We hit some of them, but we're just trying to be more consistent this year. That's where the strides happen. It starts in practices, and hopefully, it transitions to the game."
  • Despite a previous report, Buffalo Bills fans no longer have to be vaccinated to attend Bills games this season. Erie County is basing this info off of low hospitalization rates and good vaccination rates. Tell that to Cole Beasley.

Based on few new COVID-19 cases (0 on Friday and 4 yesterday out of thousands of tests), low hospitalizations, and good vaccination rates, we are rescinding the vaccination requirement to attend Bills games and stadium events. We will revisit in future if circumstances warrant. pic.twitter.com/DO9echOulB

— Mark Poloncarz (@markpoloncarz) June 20, 2021
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