The Denver Broncos are trading for a former second-overall draft pick at the quarterback position. Denver Broncos Add Quarterback The Denver Broncos are adding former second-overall pick Zach Wilson in a trade with the New York Jets. The trade is proposed to be a swap of Wilson and a 7th-round pick to the Broncos for a 6th overall pick. The Jets are also expected to split Wilson’s $5.5 million of his salary for the 2024 season. Wilson may also restructure his contract after officially joining the Broncos. https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1782476288776663309 Denver Broncos Quarterback Depth Chart The Broncos have only Jarrett Stidham and…
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The New York Giants have a crucial position in mind for the 2024 NFL Draft. The Giants have many positional needs, but a target can be seen based on their pre-draft process. Brian Daboll sputtered in season two after an impressive first season as head coach. He hopes to return to relevance, but the NFL Draft will determine much. Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen have shown some signs on what position they may attack, regardless of the round it may be. Quarterback visits to the New York Giants South Carolina’s Spencer Rattler and Oregon’s Bo Nix are visiting New…
Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes has the spotlight thrust upon him in a new way after being named one of the world’s most influential people. Mahomes may be one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, but he isn’t worried about that for now. He focuses on creating the legacy many people have already bestowed upon him. Even if he does not admit it, Patrick’s legacy continues to grow. His most recent accolade has less to do with football and more to do with the person he has become. The Kansas City Chiefs Most Influential Person Mahomes has…
Las Vegas Raiders franchise defender Maxx Crosby has an optimistic view heading into the 2024 season. Maxx Crosby spent most of 2023 injured, although most would not have guessed it. This past season, Maxx was on the field for 95.4% of the Raiders’ defensive snaps. He is rested and hopeful heading into 2024, especially considering some of the additions the Raiders made this past offseason. Maxx Crosby Gets Healthy Crosby is feeling good and ready to attack in 2024. “Recovery and rehab has been incredible,” Crosby said on Monday. “I just did my conditioning tests last week and smashed it.…
Philadelphia Eagles and playmaker Devonta Smith agreed to a $75 million contract extension before the 2024 season. What insights can we gather from the mega-deal for this 25-year-old receiver? https://twitter.com/Eagles/status/1779879847986098193 What signs does this show for the Eagles and Smith moving forward? Philadelphia Eagles Strike Early The Eagles and Smith reached a deal one year ahead of schedule. Smith is due $15 million this year, as his fifth-year option was picked up. Both sides agreed to a four-year, $90.59M extension, keeping him in Philadelphia through the 2028 season. Smith’s fifth-year option, worth $15.59 million, was picked up, and then an additional…
DeForest Buckner and the Indianapolis Colts agree to 2-year massive extension. According to Adam Schefter with ESPN, the Colts signed DeForest to a two-year extension worth $46 million. He’ll be with the team through the 2026 season. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1779849670056894893?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1779849670056894893%7Ctwgr%5E088dd04b78cf3a1a253756fa74887fa6e30bd584%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fgridironheroics.com%2Fdeforest-buckner-extend-indianapolis-colts%2F Buckner even gave some foreshadowing before the big day. https://twitter.com/DeForestBuckner/status/1779660141861724539 Media Reactions to Indianapolis Colts Elite DT Buckner now becomes the fifth highest paid interior defensive lineman in the NFL. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1779842860004589655 Buckner isn’t a common name, but is elite at his position. There was a while where he and Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones were the top two at their position. https://twitter.com/HolderStephen/status/1779862547442675825 Buckner has…
The New York Jets start voluntary workouts today. Aaron Rodgers was all smiles as he entered the building. New York Jets Offseason In his 20th season as an NFL veteran, Aaron Rodgers was surprisingly one of the first to arrive at the Jets’ voluntary offseason workouts. Veterans of his stature rarely participate in voluntary workouts. His arrival also may shock Jets fans as Rodgers is only seven months removed from a significant Achilles injury. Rodgers was publicly trying to participate towards the end of last season, and has been adamant about his optimistic progress in his injury rehab. Rodgers has…
Kansas City Chiefs star receiver Rashee Rice has turned himself in. According to Dallas Fox News, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has turned himself in to police after an arrest warrant was issued for him for his role in a multi-car crash last month. According to online records, Rice turned himself in to the Glenn Heights Police Department on Thursday and was taken to the DeSoto jail. Rice has already posted bail, according to Josina Anderson. https://twitter.com/JosinaAnderson/status/1778604351973363962 Recap of Rice’s Incident According to the Dallas Morning News, “A vehicle believed to be registered or leased to Rice was…
The 2024 NFL Draft is quickly approaching. The popular names are being discussed ad nauseam, so let’s highlight later-round names that could play key roles on an NFL roster. Quarterback Michael Pratt – Tulane Pratt was a proven starter that helped bring Tulane atop of the non-Power five colleges the past two seasons. NFL.com says “(Pratt is) highly experienced and a respected team leader, Pratt has shown consistent improvement from season to season. Pratt has done a nice job of making safe decisions instead of reckless ones and throws with touch over all three levels. He struggles to throw with…
Former Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers running back O.J. Simpson lost his battle with cancer on April 10th. Earlier this year, His children and grandchildren surrounded him. It was released that O.J. Simpson was battling prostate cancer. Simpson reportedly was undergoing chemotherapy treatments in Las Vegas. He denied on social media a rumor that he is in hospice care. Not much news was released on Simpson’s health status following the post. Simpson’s family released on social media that O.J. lost his battle with prostate cancer. https://twitter.com/TheRealOJ32/status/1778430029350707380 https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1778433908247306612 O.J. Simpson Career The first selection of the 1969 AFL–the AFL’s Buffalo Bills held…