Raiders Giving Jon Gruden A 10-Year Deal

The Oakland Raiders will give new head coach Jon Gruden a 10-year deal, which is the longest in the history of the NFL, according to sources. The deal is likely to be worth around $100 million. Wow. We now understand why Gruden is coming out of the ESPN broadcasting booth to coach for the first […]

Astros Could Be Landing Spot For Greg Holland, Addison Reed

The Houston Astros could emerge as a landing spot for free-agent closer Greg Holland, who is the top remaining closer on the free-agent market. Some people within the Astros organization see the closing spot as a potential issue for the team, according to sources, with current closer Ken Giles struggling during the playoffs. Free-agent relief […]

Jonathan Stewart Not On Final Injury Report

Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart (back) practiced in full Thursday and Friday and was taken off the final injury report for the Wild-Card matchup against the Saints. J-Stew sat out the regular season finale as a precaution but will be back in action this weekend. He had 11 carries for 45 yards and a […]

Dodgers Considered Yasiel Puig For Jackie Bradley Swap

The Los Angeles Dodgers floated the idea of trading outfielder Yasiel Puig to the Boston Red Sox for outfielder Jackie Bradley, according to major league sources. However, sources say the Red Sox quickly declined the idea and no substantial talks ensued. Bradley is coming off a season in which he hit .245/.323/.402 with 17 home […]

Marqise Lee, T.J. Yeldon Listed As Questionable

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marqise Lee (ankle) and running back T.J. Yeldon (illness) are questionable for the Wild-Card matchup with the Bills this weekend. Head coach Doug Marrone said Lee looked better than he thought he would, making him more probable than doubtful. Yeldon is 50-50 with a "bug." We'd be surprised if both players […]

Devin Funchess Questionable For Wild-Card Weekend

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (shoulder) is listed as questionable for the Wild-Card game against the Saints this weekend. While Funchess has been bothered by his shoulder injury to close out the season, he hasn't missed any games. He did manage to find the end zone in three out of the last five games, […]

Five Strategies to Help You Win in Fantasy Playoff Leagues

If you won a fantasy football title in the regular season and are looking for more hardware, of if you want redemption after a bad season, the fantasy football season isn't over just yet. As if the NFL playoffs weren't exciting enough, you can assemble a team of your own in the postseason and root […]

Greg Olson Expected To Join Raiders

Los Angeles Rams quarterbacks coach Greg Olsen is expected to become the next offensive coordinator in Oakland if the Raiders indeed hire Jon Gruden as their next head coach, according to a source. Olson served as Gruden's offensive coordinator during his last year as a head coach for the Buccaneers in 2008. With the Raiders […]

Jets Open To Trading Up For Quarterback

New York Jets general manager Mike Maccagnan said the team would be open to trading up in the 2018 NFL draft if they fall in love with a quarterback prospect and don't think he'll be available when they pick sixth overall. In his three years with Gang Green, Maccagnan has yet to trade up in […]

Broncos Hire Mike Sullivan, Curtis Modkins

The Denver Broncos hired Mike Sullivan as their new quarterbacks coach and Curtis Modkins as their new running backs coach. Sullivan was previously with the Giants, while Modkins had been coaching in Chicago. With quarterback being the top priority for the Broncos this offseason, Sullivan's role in 2018 will be especially important, even more so […]

Derek Carr Hesitant To Work With Jon Gruden?

There is concern that Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr will not be able to put up with Jon Gruden's coaching style for long, according to a league source. While it's not yet official, current ESPN analyst Gruden is expected to be the next head coach of the Raiders after they fired Jack Del Rio following […]

Broncos Interviewing Mike Sullivan

The Denver Broncos are interviewing former Giants offensive coordinator Mike Sullivan for their open position as quarterbacks coach. The Broncos also interviewed Curtis Modkins and Bernie Parmalee on Wednesday for the running backs position. With Denver's No. 1 priority in the offseason being to bring in a more competent quarterback, whether it be in free […]

Marty Mornhingweg Staying In Baltimore

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg will return for the 2018 season. The Ravens passing offense was horrendous under Mornhinweg and quarterback Joe Flacco in 2017, but the running game thrived behind Alex Collins, and the Ravens surprisingly were ranked ninth in the league in total points. Mornhinweg's offensive scheme […]

Julius Peppers Undecided On Future

Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers has not decided if he will return in 2018 for another season. His current focus is on the Saints in the Wild-Card round this weekend. Despite playing fewer snaps in Carolina this year, the future Hall of Famer recorded 11 sacks and 21 total tackle for the Panthers. He's […]

Dowell Loggains Replacing Clyde Christensen In Miami

The Miami Dolphins are naming Dowell Loggains as their new offensive coordinator, according to a source. Former offensive coordinator Clyde Christensen will likely remain with the team and then transition to another role. Loggains previously worked with head coach Adam Gase in Chicago, so they have some history together. With Gase likely to continue calling […]

Jordan Taylor To Have Hip Surgery

Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Taylor (hip) will undergo only one hip surgery this offseason. It's unknown what his timetable for recovery will be, but hip surgeries are usually pretty serious, so he could miss most of offseason workouts. Taylor took on a bigger role as a receiver and punt returner late in the year, […]

Giants To Interview Jim Schwartz This Weekend

The New York Giants will interview Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz for their head coaching job this weekend, according to sources. With the Eagles having a first-round bye, Schwartz will be able to interview for head coaching jobs this week. He's been instrumental in improving the defenses of the Bills and Eagles the last couple […]

Giants Request To Interview Pat Shurmur

The New York Giants have requested to interview Vikings offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur for their head coaching vacancy, according to a source. The Giants are unlikely to retain interim head coach Steve Spagnuolo, and Shurmur would be a good candidate to help quarterback Eli Manning to rebound if he sticks around. Shurmur has gained a […]

Paul Guenther To Interview With Raiders

Former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Paul Guenther will interview for the Oakland Raiders defensive coordinator position, according to Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis. The Raiders have yet to name a head coach, but the speculation is that it will be ESPN analyst Jon Gruden. If the Raiders don't land him, the Bengals would love to […]

Bears Interview Vic Fangio For Head Coaching Job

The Chicago Bears interviewed defensive coordinator Vic Fangio for their head coaching position Wednesday. Fangio, who has spent 31 years as an NFL assistant and 18 as a defensive coordinator, is a well-respected defensive coach who coached an underrated Chicago defense in 2017. They finished ranked ninth in points allowed and 10th in total yards […]

Aqib Talib A Candidate For Release?

Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib said he'd love to finish out his career with the Broncos, and he thinks the team is a quarterback away from being a top-five team in the NFL again. He said "there's a chance" he could return for his fifth season with the Broncos, but there is also a chance […]

Devonta Freeman, Tevin Coleman Limited Wednesday

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (knee) and wide receiver Taylor Gabriel (hamstring) were both limited in practice Wednesday. Freeman didn't practice Tuesday, so this is an upgrade. The Falcons are just likely resting their lead running back ahead of the Wild-Card matchup with the Saints this weekend. Freeman was held to just 36 yards […]

Jadeveon Clowney To Have Another Knee Scope

Houston Texans outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (knee) will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery for the second straight offseason that will keep him out of the Pro Bowl again, according to a league source not authorized to speak publicly. He's expected to make a full recovery and take part in offseason workouts. Clowney was healthy and played […]

Ryan Tannehill Expected To Be Starter In 2018

Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase said he sees quarterback Ryan Tannehill (knee) "as our starting quarterback" for the 2018 season. This was expected all along, which is why the Dolphins signed Jay Cutler to a one-year deal when Tannehill blew his knee out in the preseason. Tannehill saw his numbers decline in terms of […]

Devin Funchess Not Practicing

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (shoulder) is not practicing Wednesday. Funchess has been hampered by his shoulder injury to close out the year, but it hasn't kept him off the field, so the Panthers are likely just letting him rest ahead of the Wild-Card game against the Saints this weekend. In two games against […]

Mike Gillislee Not At Practice Wednesday

New England Patriots running back Mike Gillislee (knee) was not seen at practice Wednesday. After filling in in Week 16 and scoring a touchdown, Gillislee was surprisingly inactive in the regular season finale. With Rex Burkhead (knee) expected back for the Divisional Round following a first-round bye, it's likely that Gillislee will once again be […]

Rex Burkhead Returns To Practice

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) was back at practice Wednesday after missing the final two games of the regular season. Burkhead was allowed to rest up to end the regular season, and he'll have another week to do so with the Patriots on a first-round bye in the Wild-Card round. Burkhead may […]

Bears Request To Interview George Edwards

The Chicago Bears have requested to interview Vikings defensive coordinator George Edwards for their head coaching position, according to a source. Edwards has never interviewed for a head coaching position in the NFL, but he would satisfy the Rooney Rule for the Bears. With the Bears mostly interested in offensive-minded head coaches, it would seem […]

Good Chance Jon Gruden Becomes Next Raiders Coach

Current ESPN analyst Jon Gruden said there is a "good chance" that he'll become the next head coach of the Oakland Raiders, something that has been expected since the team fired Jack Del Rio. Gruden also said there is "not truth ... at all" that he'll receive a piece of ownership in his deal with […]

Bears Request To Interview Matt Nagy

The Chicago Bears have requested to interview Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy for their head coaching position, according to sources. Nagy has also been requested for a head coaching interview with the Colts. With the Chiefs playing in the Wild-Card round this weekend, Nagy may have to wait to interview for new jobs. […]