Pete Carroll Wants To Run The Ball More In 2021

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that he wants to run the ball more in 2021 in order to force defenses into looks that they can throw deep on. "I know fans don't want to hear it," Carroll said. Seattle started 5-0 this year and quarterback Russell Wilson was a front-runner for the MVP […]

Browns Should Be At Full Strength Against Chiefs

The Cleveland Browns received an "all clear" on their latest round of COVID-19 testing on Monday, according to a source informed of the situation. Cleveland was without head coach Kevin Stefanski, Pro Bowl left guard Joel Bitonio and cornerback Denzel Ward, among others, in their stunning wild-card upset over the division-rival Steelers on Sunday night. […]

Eagles Fire Doug Pederson

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson has been fired, according to a source. Pederson met with ownership again on Monday to discuss his future plans for the team and their offense in particular, but apparently the team's brass didn't like what they were hearing and were ready to move on after Pederson led the team […]

Dodgers Prefer To Keep Justin Turner At Third Base

The Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu, but their first third base choice remains Justin Turner. The veteran third baseman is reportedly seeking a four-year deal, but the Dodgers so far prefer to bring him back for just two years. The 36-year-old hit .302/.382/.503 (139 OPS+) in the last seven […]

Reds Open To Talks For Eugenio Suarez, Others

The Cincinnati Reds are open to listening to trade offers for third baseman Eugenio Suarez, outfielder Nick Castellanos and second baseman Mike Moustakas, with Suarez generating the most interest among the trio. The Nationals talked about Suarez, but Washington won't trade top pitching prospects Jackson Rutledge or Cade Cavalli, making a deal unlikely. If Suarez […]

DJ LeMahieu Engaging With Other Teams

Free-agent second baseman DJ LeMahieu, a two-time batting champion and the New York Yankees best player the last two years, has become dismayed by the slow-play tactics of the Yankees, according to a source close to his family. LeMahieu expects a deal at least on par with J.D. Martinez's five years and $110 million, and […]

Francisco Lindor Open To Contract Extension

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor, who is eligible for free agency after the 2021 season, said that he's open to discussing a long-term contract extension with his new team. If the 27-year-old does work out an extension with owner Steve Cohen, president Sandy Alderson and general manager Jared Porter, it would likely come before […]

Dolphins Sign Jordan Scarlett To Futures Deal

The Miami Dolphins signed running back Jordan Scarlett to a futures deal on Monday, according to his agent. Scarlett played his college ball at the University of Florida, so he'll be returning home after also attending high school in Florida. The 24-year-old was a fifth-round draft pick of the Carolina Panthers in 2019, but he […]

Ronald Jones II's Status Up In The Air For Divisional Round

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said that he doesn't know if running back Ronald Jones II (quadriceps) will be able to play on Sunday in the Divisional Round against the New Orleans Saints. Arians said that Jones was fine last Thursday and Friday but was a little sore. The running back didn't feel […]

Jack Conklin Day-To-Day

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that right tackle Jack Conklin (hamstring), offensive guard Michael Dunn (calf) and cornerback Robert Jackson (hamstring) are all day-to-day following the team's upset win over the division-rival Steelers in the wild-card round on Sunday night. Conklin went into the game against Pittsburgh with a questionable tag due to […]

Buccaneers Defense Getting Devin White Back

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers activated linebacker Devin White and defensive tackle Steve McLendon from the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Monday. They are both expected to play in the Divisional Round against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. White and McLendon have missed the last two games. Getting White back is huge, as the second-year linebacker has […]

Dan Quinn A Top Candidate To Run Cowboys Defense

Former Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn spent Saturday interviewing for the Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator job, according to a source. Quinn is on a flight on Monday to meet the Dallas brass in person and is a top candidate for the defensive coordinator position. A deal could come as soon as Monday, according to […]

Cooper Kupp Has Bursitis In Knee

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that wide receiver Cooper Kupp (knee) has bursitis in his knee, but "the hope is to have him ready to go" for the Divisional Round against the Green Bay Packers. Kupp hauled in four of his nine targets for 78 yards in the 30-20 win over Seattle, […]

Aaron Donald Expected To Play Against Packers

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that he doesn't expect defensive lineman Aaron Donald's (ribs) injury to "affect his game status for this week." Donald was injured while taking Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson down on a tackle late in the wild-card win on Saturday. The All-Pro pass-rusher made several trips to the […]

John Wolford Day-To-Day With Stinger

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that quarterback John Wolford (neck) is day-to-day with a stinger. Wolford started the wild-card game against the Seahawks but was knocked out in the first quarter and sent to a local hospital. The good news is that he turned out OK, although he could miss some practice […]

Latavius Murray Questionable To Return Against Bears

New Orleans Saints running back Latavius Murray (thigh) and cornerback Patrick Robinson (thigh) were both injured in the wild-card playoff game against the Bears on Sunday and are questionable to return in the fourth quarter. With the Saints up 21-3, we'd be surprised if either player returned. Before injuring his leg, Murray saw just four […]

Donovan Peoples-Jones, Myles Garrett Active Against Steelers

Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones (concussion), offensive tackle Jack Conklin (illness, knee), defensive end Myles Garrett (shoulder), defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson (neck) and offensive guard Wyatt Teller (ankle) are active for the wild-card game against the Steelers on Sunday night. It's great news for a Browns offense that will be without head coach […]

Anthony Miller Ejected From Wild-Card Game

Chicago Bears wide receiver Anthony Miller was ejected from the wild-card playoff game against the Saints in the third quarter on Sunday after an altercation with New Orleans cornerback Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. Chicago wideout Javon Wims was ejected and suspended for an altercation with Gardner-Johnson earlier this season, so the two teams have a history from […]

Bears Defense Dealing With Injuries To Secondary

Chicago Bears defensive back DeAndre Houston-Carter (concussion) exited the wild-card playoff game against the Saints on Sunday with a head injury and is being evaluated for a concussion. Meanwhile, the Bears ruled defensive back Sherrick McManis (hamstring) out for the second half. Chicago's secondary was also missing cornerbacks Buster Skrine (concussion) and Jaylon Johnson (shoulder) […]

Yankees Sign Jhoulys Chacin, Tyler Lyons, Socrates Brito

The New York Yankees signed right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, left-hander Tyler Lyons and outfielder Socrates Brito to minor league deals on Sunday. Chacin has 12 major league seasons under his belt and has thrown 1,324 innings, including 226 starts. The 33-year-old has a 6.06 ERA (75 ERA+) in 108 1/3 innings with the Brewers, Red Sox […]

Frank Reich Wants Philip Rivers Back In 2021

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich wants quarterback Philip Rivers to be the team's starting quarterback in 2021. "As I sit here right now, yes, I want Philip Rivers to be my starting quarterback next year," Reich said. "... I think Philip still has a lot of good football (left)." The 39-year-old is set to […]

Ronald Jones II's Status To Be Determined

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II (quadriceps) couldn't get his leg loose before the wild-card win over the Washington Football Team on Saturday night, and swelling he sustained during pre-game warm-ups forced him to stay on the sidelines for the entire game. Jones didn't exacerbate the injury, but his status for the Divisional […]

Alvin Kamara, Michael Thomas Officially Active

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara and wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle) are officially active for the wild-card playoff game against the Bears on Sunday. Kamara tested positive for COVID-19 and missed the Week 17 regular season finale but has been cleared from all the protocols. He was the top fantasy RB in PPR […]

Alex Smith Waiting To Make Decision On Future

Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith said he hasn't reached a decision on his playing future and will take a few weeks to clear his head and talk his future over with his wife. The veteran quarterback didn't play in the wild-card loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night due to a right calf strain […]

Joc Pederson's Extreme Splits Complicate Free-Agent Case

Free-agent outfielder Joc Pederson is coming off a career-worst season in 2020 in 43 games, but he rebounded with a .991 OPS during the Dodgers World Series run in the postseason. Pederson is an extreme platoon bat and has slashed .239/.348/.505 (129 wRC+) with 121 home runs since 2015 against right-handed pitchers. Against lefties, he's […]

Cooper Kupp Fine After Suffering Knee Contusion

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (knee) suffered a knee contusion late in the fourth quarter of the wild-card win over the division-rival Seahawks on Saturday. He will be fine and should be active in the Divisional Round next weekend. The 27-year-old left the game late and didn't return with the game already decided, […]

Rams Hopeful Aaron Donald Will Be Available Next Weekend

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that the team is hopeful that defensive lineman Aaron Donald (ribs) will be available to play in the Divisional Round next weekend after the Rams beat the division-rival Seahawks in the wild-card round on Saturday. Donald was injured late in the game when he was taking quarterback […]

Phillies More Unlikely To Re-Sign J.T. Realmuto?

With every addition that the Mets and Braves make to their already strong rosters in the National League East, the thought of the Philadelphia Phillies making the postseason in the short term becomes less realistic, which in turn could make re-signing catcher J.T. Realmuto less likely. Realmuto will turn 30 years old in March and […]

George Springer Asking For $175 Million?

Free-agent outfielder George Springer is believed to be seeking around $175 million on the free-agent market. The Toronto Blue Jays offer is well below $150 million, and it would be shocking if the New York Mets gave Springer the $175 million he desires, especially after just trading for shortstop Francisco Lindor and starting pitcher Carlos […]

Taylor Heinicke Suffers AC Joint Sprain

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (shoulder) suffered an AC joint sprain in his shoulder that caused him to leave the game temporarily in the wild-card loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night. X-rays came back negative. The 27-year-old made just his second career start against Tampa with Alex Smith (calf) inactive and was impressive, […]