Marqise Lee Not Expected To Re-Sign

Jacksonville Jaguars impending free-agent wide receiver Marqise Lee isn't expected to re-sign with the team this offseason. Lee played 64.4 percent of the offensive snaps in 2017 and led the team in catches (56) and was second to rookie Keelan Cole with 702 receiving yards. The only way the Jags would likely re-sign Lee is […]

Saints Want Drew Brees Back

New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis said they haven't started negotiations on a new deal for impending free-agent quarterback Drew Brees, but the Saints want him back. Loomis said, “We want him to be our quarterback, and we’ll get going on that at some point.” Brees said last week that he doesn't plan on […]

Rob Gronkowski Not Ready To Practice

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (concussion) wouldn't have practiced if the team had worked out on Wednesday. The Patriots are taking it slow with Gronk after he took a hit to the helmet late in the second quarter of the AFC title game against the Jaguars and didn't return. Gronkowski has more than […]

Tom Brady No Longer On Injury Report

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (hand) has been removed from the team's injury report. Brady had a bandage over his hand in the AFC title win over the Jaguars, but his hand didn't seem to hold him back at all during his masterful comeback in which he went 26-for-38 for 290 yards and two […]

Cardinals Hire Al Holcomb as Defensive Coordinator

The Arizona Cardinals have hired former Panthers linebackers coach Al Holcomb as the defensive coordinator for the team in the 2018 season. Holcomb joins fellow ex-Panthers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks in the coaching room for the Cardinals. With the signing of two former Panthers coaches, it is expected that the team will shift their game […]

Brian Callahan To Interview With Titans and Jets

Former Detroit Lions quarterbacks coach Brian Callahan will interview for the offensive coordinator positions with the Tennessee Titans and New York Jets, according to a source. Callahan played a big role in the improvement of Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford over the last few seasons, and he previously had a long stint with the Broncos when […]

Cowboys Want to Sign DeMarcus Lawrence to a Long-Term Deal

The Dallas Cowboys have made it clear that they want to sign defensive tackle DeMarcus Lawrence to a long-term deal this offseason. Lawrence is set to become a free agent, but the team can keep him around by using the franchise tag if a long-term deal cannot be reached. “Our first goal is to sign […]

Mike McCarthy Wants Packers to Get Back to Basics on Offense

In a press conference on Wednesday, Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy said that the offense is taking a “back to basics approach.” He thinks new offensive coordinator Joe Philbin will implement this effectively due to his great ability as a teacher. Philbin had previously served as offensive coordinator in Green Bay from 2007-2011. […]

Vikings To Interview Darrell Bevell This Week

The Minnesota Vikings will interview former Seahawks offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell for their vacant offensive coordinator position later this week. Bevell previously worked as Minnesota's offensive coordinator from 2006 to 2010, including a trip to the NFC Championship in 2009. With three impending free agents at quarterback -- Case Keenum, Sam Bradford and Teddy Bridgewater […]

Josh McCown Wants To Keep Playing

New York Jets impending free-agent quarterback Josh McCown, who will be 39 in 2018, said he wants to continue playing. He said he'd also like to return to the Jets. "Right now, that's how it's looking," McCown said when asked if he 100 percent wants to play. "At this time of the year, I go […]

Norv Turner Won't Stop Cam Newton From Running

Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Norv Turner said he won't stop quarterback Cam Newton from running in 2018. "I think that's a real threat to defenses. Defenses, they're really bothered by that. He's always got to have that as part of his game. He's always got to have the threat to run. Depending on who we're […]

Broncos Fine With Baker Mayfield's Height

Denver Broncos head coach Vance Joseph said he wasn't concerned with Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield's height. "I think that’s fine. You watch Drew Brees play, he’s figured it out. He’s a very successful quarterback. Guys figure it out. Good players figure it out. I wouldn’t be concerned about that," Joseph said. The Broncos have reportedly […]

Lions Part Ways With Brian Callahan

The Detroit Lions are parting ways with quarterbacks coach Brian Callahan. This comes as a surprise, as he is very well-regarded among coaches. He should garner a lot of attention on the open coaching market. While there is no formal announcement, this likely means that new head coach Matt Patricia has coaches in mind that […]

Derek Carr's Back Injury Bothered Him Throughout The Year

Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (back) said the three transverse process fractures he suffered in his back in Week 4 against the Broncos affected him throughout the season. He was originally expected to miss two to four weeks, but Carr ended up only missing one game. “I had to deal with it,” Carr said. “I […]

Cowboys Hire Kris Richard

The Dallas Cowboys hired former Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Kris Richard as their defensive backs coach and pass-game coordinator. Richard was let go by the Seahawks this offseason after the team failed to make the playoffs for the first time in six seasons. He'd worked as Seattle's defensive coordinator since 2015, but was a defensive […]

Ryan Day Expected To Stay In College Ranks

Ohio State co-offensive coordinator Ryan Day, who is a candidate for the Titans offensive coordinator position, is expected to remain at Ohio State, according to a source. The Titans have chosen Mike Vrabel as their next head coach, and the offensive coordinator position is the next one to be filled. Tennessee will be looking for […]

Pat Shurmur Named Giants Head Coach

The New York Giants announced earlier Monday that Vikings offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur has been named the 18th head coach in team history. Shurmur interviewed on Jan. 6 with team president John Mara, general manager Dave Gettleman and others. The Giants will look for Shurmur to not only win now with quarterback Eli Manning at the […]

Blake Bortles Would Like To Return

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles said he would like to return in 2018. "I would be thrilled to be able to stay here and play here. Hopefully that can happen," Bortles said. His fifth-year option is only guaranteed for injury, so there is a chance they could move on. If Bortles is back under center […]

Browns Officially Hire Todd Haley To Run Offense

The Cleveland Browns have officially hired Todd Haley to be their next offensive coordinator. The move had been rumored since Sunday, as the Browns were intent on adding an offensive coordinator to head coach Hue Jackson's staff. The Pittsburgh Steelers allowed Haley's contract to expire without offering him a known extension, partially due to some […]

Dion Lewis Posts 64 Yards From Scrimmage In Patriots Win

New England Patriots running back Dion Lewis atoned for losing a fumble when he hit the edge and turned up the field for an 18-yard run to secure the Patriots 24-20 comeback win over the Jaguars. Lewis rushed for 34 yards and added seven catches for 32 yards in a game that saw the Patriots […]

Brandin Cooks Rises To The Occasion In AFC Title Win

New England Patriots wide receiver Brandin Cooks caught six passes for 100 yards in the Patriots comeback win over the Jaguars 24-20 in the AFC Championship Game. This was the very reason New England acquired Cooks in the offseason -- to be a difference maker on the biggest stage. Cooks battled Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey […]

Danny Amendola Delivers Again In The Playoffs

New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola scored two touchdowns and caught seven passes for 84 yards in the Patriots' 24-20 AFC Championship Game win over the Jaguars. With the Patriots down 10 in the fourth quarter, Amendola made a fantastic play, catching a Tom Brady pass and muscling his way into the end zone […]

Tom Brady Aims For Third Super Bowl In Last Four Years

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady brought his team back from 10 points down to defeat the Jaguars 24-20 to have a shot at his third Super Bowl win in the last four years. He completed 26 of 38 passes for 290 yards and two touchdowns while playing with 12 stitches over his throwing thumb. […]

Dede Westbrook Comes Up Short On Fourth Down In Defeat

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook caught only one pass for 29 yards in the Jaguars 24-20 loss late to the Patriots in the AFC Championship Game. But what Jaguars fans will remember more is the tipped pass from quarterback Blake Bortles, intended for Westbrook, on fourth down to end a possible game-winning drive. Westbrook saw […]

Keelan Cole Produces Only 37 Yards In AFC Title Loss To Patriots

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole caught only two passes for 37 yards as the Jaguars lost a lead late and fell to the Patriots 24-20 in the AFC Championship Game. Cole did come down with an impressive 26-yard catch but was mostly quiet and saw only three targets in the game. The rookie had […]

A Healthy Marqise Lee Could Take Next Step Next Season

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Marqise Lee caught four passes for 41 yards as the Jaguars couldn't hold off the Patriots, as they lost 24-20 in the AFC Championship Game. Lee began to find a nice groove in the middle of the regular season, emerging as the No. 1 receiver for the Jags and registering 50 […]

Corey Grant Flashes Potential In AFC Title Loss

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Corey Grant made the most of his opportunities, catching three passes on three targets for 59 yards in the Jaguars 24-20 loss to the Patriots. With a trip to the Super Bowl on the line, Grant showed excellent playmaking ability, catching some swing passes and check-downs and running hard for big […]

Allen Hurns Surprises With Team-Leading 80 Receiving Yards In Loss

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Allen Hurns caught six passes for 80 yards in the Jaguars 24-20 loss to the Patriots in the AFC Championship Game. Hurns saw seven targets in a game where he re-emerged in the Jaguars offensive pecking order. It has been a tumultuous year for Hurns, who was trade bait in the […]

Leonard Fournette's Quiet Second Half Stifles Jaguars Offense

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette rushed for 76 yards and one touchdown as the Jaguars lost to the Patriots 24-20. Fournette got off to a great start, rumbling over Patriots defenders for a punishing four-yard touchdown run in the first quarter. But the Patriots defense tightened up and Fournette averaged only 3.2 yards per […]

Blake Bortles Silences Critics In AFC Title Loss

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles completed 23 of 36 passes for 293 yards and one touchdown as the Jaguars lost late to the Patriots 24-20 in the AFC Championship Game. The Jaguars lost the game but not necessarily because of Bortles. He protected the football and made some nice throws, including a red-zone floater to […]