Ever since the Atlanta Falcons traded away quarterback Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts, they have been on the hunt for a suitable replacement. From failed pursuits of Deshaun Watson to disappointing performances from Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder, the Falcons found themselves in a perpetual search for a franchise quarterback. The Rise and Fall
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Former Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald recently announced his retirement from the NFL after an illustrious 10-year career. In his first interview since stepping away from the game, Donald expressed a sense of peace and contentment, stating that he has achieved everything he set out to accomplish on the field. Despite his love
The Houston Texans are at a crucial point in their history as a franchise, with the pending vote to approve Cal McNair as the new principal owner. Following the passing of his father, Bob McNair, in 2018, Cal has been instrumental in overseeing the team’s day-to-day operations. Now, with the possibility of officially taking on
A recent lawsuit has brought to light accusations against the NFL’s disability plan, claiming that retired players are routinely denied valid injury claims. The lawsuit, filed last year, alleges that officials overseeing the program have acted in bad faith and violated federal law. U.S. District Judge Julie R. Rubin has ruled that the lawsuit can
Former New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas found himself in legal trouble after facing charges of simple battery and criminal mischief. These charges stemmed from an incident that took place in front of Thomas’ residence in Kenner, Louisiana. The altercation arose between Thomas and a local contractor over parking issues in the neighborhood. The
The NFL’s competition committee has proposed a significant change to the kickoff rule that resembles the format used in the XFL during its 2020 and 2023 seasons. This proposed change is part of a series of high-profile alterations that team owners will consider at their annual league meeting next week. The committee’s main intention with
The San Francisco 49ers recently made headlines by signing quarterback Joshua Dobbs to a one-year contract worth $2.25 million for the 2024 season. This move comes as Dobbs, previously a career backup, became a surprise sensation last season with both the Arizona Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings. Despite starting his NFL journey as a backup quarterback,
When Alexander Mattison first entered the league as a promising third-round pick for the Minnesota Vikings in 2019, the expectations were high. With the departure of longtime lead back Dalvin Cook, Mattison was seen as the heir apparent. However, despite being given multiple opportunities to showcase his talent, he failed to live up to the
Defensive end Chase Young is set to sign a one-year, fully guaranteed $13 million deal with the New Orleans Saints, according to sources. Young, who was previously traded from the Washington Commanders to the San Francisco 49ers, recently visited with the Saints and expressed his admiration for the team’s defensive setup. During his time with
Leighton Vander Esch, the former Dallas Cowboys linebacker, has decided to retire from professional football after a six-year career filled with highs and lows. Known for his “Wolf Hunter” nickname and exceptional rookie season in 2018, Vander Esch’s time in the NFL was marred by recurring neck injuries that ultimately led to his decision to
The Seattle Seahawks made a significant move by signing former Miami Dolphins linebacker Jerome Baker to a one-year, $7 million contract. This signing comes after Baker met with both the Titans and the Seahawks, ultimately choosing Seattle. The addition of Baker fills a crucial gap in the Seahawks defense, as they were left without two
The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing significant changes as they trade away quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles. Pickett was introduced as the man who broke all of Dan Marino’s college records but ultimately fell short of expectations during his time with the Steelers. The root of the problem lies in the organization’s failure to