Author: Alec Musa

The New York Jets have been one of the most talked about teams this offseason, and for good reason. After posting top-five numbers in nearly every significant defensive team statistic in 2023 but struggling drastically on offense, they did what most franchises dream of doing but rarely do. They went out and landed an MVP quarterback via trade. The Jets, who have had just one passer in history to throw more than 30 touchdowns in a season (Ryan Fitzpatrick in 2015), secured four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers in what has been considered a theft. For a 2023 first, second, and sixth-round…

Does Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson finally have all the tools at his disposal to return to his MVP form? The buzz surrounding the Ravens heading into the 2023 season is their revamped and rejuvenated skill position group. They burned a first-round pick on Boston College speedster Zay Flowers and inked star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to a contract. Health has also been a storyline surrounding Baltimore this offseason, with not just Lamar looking 100% but the offensive line heading into Week 1 at full force. So if the Ravens signal caller can’t win this season, what does that…

Is there a scenario where the Colorado Buffaloes can go from worst to first in the Pac-12 under first-year head coach Dion Sanders? The buzz has never been higher surrounding the Buffaloes this year after Colorado walked into Amon G. Carter Stadium over the weekend and took down the then #17 ranked TCU Horned Frogs 45-42. Highlighting the win was the exceptional performances from quarterback Shedeur Sanders and the Shohei Ohtani of football, Travis Hunter. Sanders, who tossed 70 touchdowns against 14 picks as a two-year starter at Jackson State, went bonkers, finishing the contest 38-of-47 for 510 yards and…

After a month of speculation, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (calf) will suit up and start Week 1 against the Cleveland Browns. The former first-round pick suffered a calf injury early in training camp and was sidelined for several weeks, including the entirety of the 2023 preseason. However, the signal caller delivered good news in his press conference on Wednesday. After practicing in full, the former first-round pick deemed himself “ready to go” for his team’s Week 1 clash with the Cleveland Browns. After participating in multiple practices this week, Burrow was trending towards playing on Sunday. The timing of his…

The Arizona Cardinals will turn to veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs to start Week 1 against the Commanders. Dobbs joined the Cardinals late in the preseason after being traded by the Browns for a 2024 fifth-round draft pick. Arizona also received a 2024 seventh-round draft pick in the deal. Dobbs filled the role of the seasoned passer on the roster after the Cardinals cut longtime backup quarterback Colt McCoy near the end of the preseason. https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1699495491908821144 Josh Dobbs beats out Tune to hold down QB spot for injured Murray Dobbs won the position battle over rookie quarterback Clayton Tune. Tunethrew for…

Green Bay Packers Wide Receivers Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs missed Wednesday’s practice heading into their Week 1 matchup against the Chicago Bears. The injury to Watson remains undisclosed, but his health is now worth monitoring heading into the start of the NFL season. Meanwhile, Doubs is known to be dealing with a hamstring injury. The 23-year-old’s status is much more in the air heading into the Week 1 tilt. https://twitter.com/TheFFBallers/status/1699479868537463137 Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs: Outlook heading into 2023 Christian Watson, a second-round pick out of North Dakota State in 2022, posted 611 yards and seven scores on 41…

The Cleveland Browns will host the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday afternoon. The two clubs will open their season with a pivotal divisional matchup that will indeed have late-season ramifications. The Bengals will look to return to the AFC title game behind the leadership of star quarterback Joe Burrow. Meanwhile, the Browns will try to right the ship after a poor showing in 2022. Building a winning lineup is difficult when playing showdown. Deciphering who to set as captain and staying within the salary is time-consuming. No worries; we will break down the game and help you build a lineup that…

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow is trending towards playing Week 1 against the Cleveland Browns. Rapoport took to NFL Total Access on Tuesday morning, suggesting all signs towards Burrow suiting up and starting against the Browns on Sunday. The injury update for Joe Burrow is a welcome site for Bengals fans. https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1699035247852073238 The MVP-caliber gunslinger suffered a calf strain early in training camp, and the Bengals have remained cautious with their franchise player as he continues to work his way back. Head coach Zac Taylor considers his star quarterback “day-to-day” but also…

The Minnesota Vikings have signed wide receiver N’Keal Harry to the practice squad. The 25-year-old signed with Minnesota this offseason after playing for Chicago in 2022. However, after missing the final preseason game with a soft-tissue injury, the Vikings released the former first-round pick. Harry accumulated just 24 yards with the NFC North club during the preseason. N’Keal Harry: NFL Career The New England Patriots selected Harry with the 32nd overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. The Arizona State product had back-to-back 1,000-yard campaigns with the Sun Devils before joining the NFL ranks. Harry played in seven games as…

The most prestigious award in college football, the Heisman Trophy, is up for grabs in 2023 despite the return of last season’s winner, USC QB Caleb Williams. Below is a list of the five betting favorites to take home the Heisman Trophy and how they have played to start the season. The odds are courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook. Updated: 9/4/2023 at 1:43 PM EST Top 5 Heisman Trophy Award Candidates Caleb Williams (USC) +450 Williams is off to a great start in his journey toward a second straight Heisman Trophy Award. The superstar has tossed nine touchdowns against no interceptions…