Justin Herbert Has Option Picked Up

According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, the Chargers picked up the fifth-year option on quarterback Justin Herbert (shoulder) on Friday. He is now in line to make nearly $30 million guaranteed in 2024. Of course, the announcement is a formality, as it allows both sides to work on a long-term extension. The signal-caller has been […]

Jets Pick Will McDonald IV In 2023 NFL Draft

The Jets selected Iowa State edge rusher Will McDonald IV with the No. 15 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. New York selected Sauce Gardner and Jermaine Johnson II in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, so the team added another young up-and-coming prospect on Thursday night. The 23-year-old totaled 125 tackles […]

Broderick Jones Taken By Pittsburgh On Thursday

The Steelers traded for the No. 14 overall pick on Thursday night and selected Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones in the 2023 NFL Draft. Jones had a successful collegiate career with the Bulldogs, earning first-team All-SEC honors while helping his team capture two national titles. Pittsburgh lost some bodies via free agency this offseason, so […]

Lukas Van Ness Taken At No. 13 By Green Bay

The Packers selected Iowa defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness with the No. 13 overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old played two seasons with the Hawkeyes, amassing 69 total tackles and 13.5 sacks. He still has some work to do regarding his development, so he may not be impactful early on in his […]

Lions Add Jahmyr Gibbs To Crowded Backfield

The Lions selected Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the No. 12 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old appeared in 12 games for the Crimson Tide last season, running for 926 yards and seven touchdowns off 151 carries while adding 44 catches for 444 yards and three more scores. It's obvious he has […]

Peter Skoronski Taken At No. 11 By Tennessee

The Titans took Northwestern offensive tackle Peter Skoronski with the No. 11 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. At 6'4'', 313 lbs, the 21-year-old is coming off an efficient collegiate career and is considered ready to go right out the gate heading into the 2023-24 campaign. Skoronski will help bolster an offensive line that needed […]

Jalen Carter Heading To Philadelphia

The Eagles selected Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 22-year-old had plenty of hype heading into Thursday night, especially after an impactful collegiate career that included multiple national championships. While Carter may make an immediate impact for a Super Bowl-contending team, his off-the-field legal […]

Falcons Take Bijan Robinson On Thursday Night

The Falcons took Texas running back Bijan Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. There were many teams in the mix to take Robinson on Thursday night. However, he'll now head to Atlanta, a team loaded with young up-and-coming talent. The 21-year-old appeared in 31 games for the Longhorns, amassing […]

Tyree Wilson Taken At No. 7 In 2023 NFL Draft

The Raiders took Texas Tech defensive end Tyree Wilson with the No. 7 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Wilson had just three sacks in his first two collegiate seasons. However, he combined for 14 over the last two seasons. He had plenty of hype entering the Draft, and there were rumblings he could have […]

Cardinals Take Paris Johnson Jr. At No. 6

After acquiring the No. 6 overall selection from Detroit, the Cardinals selected Ohio State offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. in the 2023 NFL Draft. There were plenty of directions Arizona could have gone. However, the Cardinals will bolster its protection unit in order to keep Kyler Murray (knee) on the field, at least once he's […]

Anthony Richardson Taken No. 4 Overall By Indy

The Indianapolis Colts selected Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. With Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud going at No. 1 and No. 2, the Colts made a move to take a signal-caller, with the hope he'll be with the franchise for many years to come. The […]

Texans Acquire No. 3 Pick, Draft Will Anderson Jr.

The Texans acquired the No. 3 overall selection in the 2023 NFL from the Cardinals and drafted Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. Anderson had a fantastic career with the Crimson Tide, appearing in 41 games. During his time at Alabama, he totaled 204 total tackles (115 solo) and a massive 34.5 sacks. Without question, the […]

C.J. Stroud Taken Second By Houston In 2023 Draft

The Texans selected Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old had a successful career as a Buckeye, appearing in 28 games and throwing for 7,775 yards, 81 touchdowns, and 12 picks. That said, Stroud is a talented passer, whether inside or outside the pocket. […]

Bryce Young Goes No. 1 Overall To Carolina

The Panthers selected Alabama quarterback Bryce Young with the first pick of the 2023 NFL Draft. The 21-year-old had a stellar collegiate career, with a resume that includes a national championship and Heisman Trophy, among others. He played 34 games for the Crimson Tide, throwing for 8,356 yards, 80 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions while completing […]

Anthony Edwards Cited For Assault

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was cited for third-degree assault. Following the Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night, the 21-year-old allegedly swung a folding chair that struck two female employees. Fortunately, the injuries suffered by the women weren't severe. Edwards, who averaged a career-high 24.6 points during the 2022-23 campaign, is […]

CJ McCollum Undergoes Successful Surgery

New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (thumb, shoulder) underwent successful surgery on Tuesday to repair a UCL tear in his right thumb. He also suffered a torn labrum in his right shoulder. Fortunately, the 31-year-old won't need surgery for that and will participate in a rehab program during the offseason. McCollum is coming off another […]

Joel Embiid Update May Come On Thursday

According to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the Sixers could have an update on Joel Embiid on Thursday. "I think in a day or the next day, he'll have a bigger meeting with the doctors, and we'll go from there," said head coach Doc Rivers while speaking to the media. "I really don't have […]

P.J. Washington Viewed As A "Core" Member Of The Hornets

Charlotte Hornets forward/center P.J. Washington wants to remain with the team. The 24-year-old rejected a rookie extension in October, so he'll be a restricted free agent this offseason, giving Charlotte the right to match any offers from clubs around the league. The Hornets will likely do what it takes to keep Washington on the roster, […]

Russell Westbrook Would Love To Remain A Clipper

Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook stated he "would love" to remain with the team. Yet, he's also embracing the idea of entering free agency, so he hasn't decided what the future holds. The 34-year-old began the season with the Lakers, playing 52 games. But after he was traded to Utah, he accepted a buyout […]

Julius Randle Re-Injures Ankle

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (ankle) exited Wednesday's postseason meeting versus the Cavaliers. He is doubtful to return. The All-Star sprained his left ankle during a late-March matchup against the Miami Heat, keeping him out for five games. However, he returned at the beginning of the playoffs, although it's obvious based on his play […]

De'Aaron Fox Will Play On Wednesday

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (finger) will play on Wednesday night versus the Golden State Warriors. The 25-year-old has averaged 31.5 points, 7.0 assists, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.5 steals in this series, so it's undoubtedly fantastic news. But considering he's dealing with a left finger fracture, he may be limited in what he can do […]

Packers Interested In Jaxon Smith-Njigba?

According to Pro Football Network's Tony Pauline, the Packers are interested in Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. After trading Aaron Rodgers to the Jets, Green Bay moved up two spots to the No. 13 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, which the team believes will make it "easier to secure" the former Buckeye. […]

Bengals To Focus On Signing Joe Burrow Long-Term

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow had his fifth-year option exercised by the team on Tuesday. He will now make nearly $30 million guaranteed in 2024. However, Cincy will continue to work on a long-term deal with the 2020 No. 1 overall pick. It's no secret Cincinnati is also hoping to secure new contracts for Ja'Marr […]

La'el Collins Remains Without Return Date

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle La'el Collins (knee) reported he feels "great." However, he doesn't know if he'll be ready to suit up come Week 1. The former LSU Tiger joined the Bengals on a three-year, $21 million contract last offseason. Yet, he suffered a torn ACL and MCL during the Week 16 meeting against the […]

Titans "Lost Faith" In Malik Willis?

According to Sports Illustrated's Peter King, the Titans have "lost faith" in quarterback Malik Willis. King added there is talk Tennessee is interested in moving up to the No. 3 spot to acquire Ohio State signal-caller C.J. Stroud. However, the biggest takeaway is surrounding Willis, who appeared in only eight games since being selected in […]

Austin Ekeler Situation Won't Impact Bolts' Plans

According to Los Angeles Chargers general manager Tom Telesco, running back Austin Ekeler's status won't impact how the team approaches the 2023 NFL draft. The Pro Bowler openly expressed his displeasure with his contract situation in March, with the team permitting him to seek a trade. However, it's been over a month since that report […]

Ben Simmons Expected To Be 100% By September

According to Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks, small forward Ben Simmons (back) is not expected to have surgery. The former 76er underwent surgery in May 2022 to repair a herniated disk. However, after logging only 42 games this season, he was hobbled by a nerve issue in his back, which ended his season prematurely. […]

Jimmy Butler Scores 56 Points In Game 4

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (glute) had a big night in the Game 4 postseason victory over Milwaukee. The 33-year-old finished with 56 points, tying him with Wilt Chamberlain, Michael Jordan, and Charles Barkley for the fourth-most points in a single playoff game in NBA history. He shot the ball well, too, going 19-for-28 from […]

Lauri Markkanen Named Most Improved Player Of The Year

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen was named the 2022-23 Most Improved Player of the Year on Monday. The 2017 No. 7 overall pick had the best year of his career, logging a career-high 25.6 points per game, 10.8 points higher than the previous season. He also averaged 8.6 rebounds, shot 39.2% from deep, and was […]

Victor Oladipo Done For The Rest Of The Season

Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo (knee) is done for the remainder of the 2022-23 campaign. The multi-time All-Star suffered a torn left patellar tendon during the Game 3 postseason win over the Milwaukee Bucks and required assistance to the locker room. Oladipo had two surgeries on his right knee since 2019, so it's certainly a […]