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Panthers | Rico Dowdle may not return (2026-01-31 13:54:00) [jump to this story] Jets | Tag possible for Breece Hall (2026-01-31 13:42:00) [jump to this story] NFL | Garrett Nussmeier puts together solid week (2026-01-31 11:37:00) [jump to this story] |
Bengals | Davis Koetter joining CIN coaching staff Sun Feb 1, 12:44 PM
South Carolina assistant quarterbacks coach Davis Koetter will be joining the Cincinnati Bengals' coaching staff to serve as their assistant wide receivers coach, according to a source.
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Dolphins | De'Von Achane successful after contact Sun Feb 1, 12:37 PM
Miami Dolphins RB De'Von Achane recorded 719 rushing yards after contact during the 2025 regular season, which ranked third in the NFL in that category.
| Footballguys view: As SI.com suggested, Achane was basically the entire Dolphins offense at different points this season. His ability to break tackles made it a lot easier for him to eclipse 1,000 rushing yards for the first time, and it kept the Dolphins' offense on schedule. Miami's running game became its identity about halfway through the season, and Achane, who finished the season as RB3 in fantasy, was the reason why. Even with a new GM, head coach, and playcaller, expecting Achane to remain the most fantasy-relevant piece in this offense is not a reach. |
Steelers | Steve Scarnecchia hired Sun Feb 1, 12:35 PM
Former Atlanta Falcons chief of staff of coaching operations Steve Scarnecchia was hired by the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday, Feb. 1, according to a league source.
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Commanders | Daronte Jones officially hired as DC Sun Feb 1, 12:21 PM
Minnesota Vikings defensive pass game coordinator/defensive backs coach Daronte Jones was officially hired by the Washington Commanders Friday, Jan. 30, as their new defensive coordinator.
| Footballguys view: Jones will take over for Joe Whitt, who was fired earlier this month after two seasons with Washington. The Commanders will have two inexperienced coordinators in 2026 after replacing Kliff Kingsbury with David Blough on offense shortly after the season ended. Washington's defense needs an overhaul. The Commanders ranked 27th in scoring and last in yards this past season. Quinn took over the playcalling duties from Whitt, entering the Week 11 game against Miami. Washington had surrendered 34 or more points in four of its previous seven games before that move. |
Cowboys | Javonte Williams able to break tackles Sun Feb 1, 12:09 PM
Dallas Cowboys RB Javonte Williams recorded 25 broken tackles during the 2025 regular season, which ranked second in the NFL in that category.
| Footballguys view: Signed to a one-year deal after spending four years with the Denver Broncos, Williams had fewer than four yards per attempt the past two years in the league. But Williams excelled in the Cowboys' zone running scheme. He finished with 1,201 yards and 11 touchdowns on the ground while averaging 4.8 yards per attempt en route to an RB9 finish in fantasy. Now, the Cowboys have to decide if they're going to bring him back as an unrestricted free agent or allow him to hit the open market. |
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Broncos | Bo Nix was able to lead team to wins Sun Feb 1, 11:58 AM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix recorded a league-leading seven game-winning drives during the 2025 regular season.
| Footballguys view: Nix's 24 regular-season wins are tied for the most in NFL history in a player's first two seasons, and he posted more wins in 2025 than any quarterback has in a single season in franchise history. In 2025, the Broncos tied a franchise record for regular-season wins, earned their first division title in a decade and captured the No. 1 seed in the AFC. The late-game comebacks added to that. Nix, who finished 2025 as QB9 in fantasy points, is recovering from ankle surgery on his ankle. He expects to recover in four to six weeks. |
Bears | Caleb Williams productive in final quarter Sun Feb 1, 11:47 AM
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams produced a league-leading six fourth-quarter comebacks during the 2025 regular season.
| Footballguys view: Williams flourished in his first year working with coach Ben Johnson, setting a Bears single-season passing record with 3,942 yards and ranking fifth in the NFL with a 27-to-7 touchdown-to-interception ratio. The late-game heroics added to that. The former USC standout was at his best in crunch time, regularly displaying his clutch gene with remarkable highlight throws that had to be seen to be believed. Fantasy investors can expect to pay a premium for Williams, who finished as QB5, in 2025. |
Raiders | Geno Smith struggles with sacks Sun Feb 1, 11:37 AM
Las Vegas Raiders QB Geno Smith was sacked 55 times during the 2025 regular season, which was tied for the most in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: As SBNation pointed out, Smith led the league in another aspect: He was among the NFL leaders in passing yards during garbage time. Smith threw for 736 passing yards when the game was out of reach in 2025. It was the third most in the league last season. That means Smith accounted for nearly a quarter of his total season passing yards during garbage time. Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza will likely be drafted by the 3-14 Raiders with the first pick overall in April's draft, and it remains to be seen where Smith will be. |
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Titans | Cam Ward a league leader in sacks Sun Feb 1, 11:29 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Cam Ward was sacked 55 times during the 2025 regular season, which was tied for the most in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: It seems safe to assume that addressing the offensive line will be a priority under new coach Robert Saleh and OC Brian Daboll. We'll remind you that Ward improved noticeably late last season. The rookie threw only six touchdown passes through the first 12 games, but threw two scoring strikes per game over his final four outings (he was hurt early in Week 18). He was intercepted just once over that span after getting picked off six times in the first 12 games. That late-season improvement is reason for optimism. Better protection would add to that. |
Cowboys | Dak Prescott faced blitz often in 2025 Sun Feb 1, 11:11 AM
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott was blitzed 163 times during the 2025 regular season, which ranked second in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: Nonetheless, Prescott delivered one of the best seasons of his career. As ESPN.com noted, for the fourth time, he threw for more than 4,000 yards and had at least 30 touchdown passes. He completed at least 60% of his passes in each of the first 15 games. He became the franchise's all-time leader in passing yards (35,989), passing Tony Romo. He is tied for the NFL lead with six 300-yard passing games. He is tied for third in multi-touchdown passing games (10). He also finished the season as QB6 in fantasy points. |
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Lions | Jared Goff helped with YAC Sun Feb 1, 11:07 AM
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff had 2,424 of his 4,564 passing yards this season come after the catch, which led the league in that category.
| Footballguys view: Despite a coordinator change, Goff continued his run of highly efficient seasons, posting the second-best passer rating of his 10-year career. But he remained heavily reliant on short throws and yards after the catch, maximizing the roster's speed-and-space arsenal. His average pass traveled just 6.43 yards beyond the line of scrimmage. It's a reminder for fantasy investors that supporting casts matter. Goff, who was drafted as QB12 in 2025, finished the year as QB8. |
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Lions | Jahmyr Gibbs found running room before contact Sun Feb 1, 11:02 AM
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs recorded 819 rushing yards before contact this season, which ranked third in the NFL in that category.
| Footballguys view: That's obviously a plus, but since being selected 12th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, Gibbs has done exactly what the Lions envisioned -- and more. Over his first three NFL seasons, Gibbs has averaged 5.3 yards per carry, scored 13 touchdowns per season, and become a matchup nightmare as both a runner and receiver. He's solidified himself as a cornerstone of Detroit's offense, and that's not going to change in 2026, even with a change of offensive coordinators. Gibbs, who finished as RB4 in 2025, will be locked in as a top pick this summer. |
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Bills | Jeff Rodgers officially hired Sun Feb 1, 11:02 AM
Arizona Cardinals special teams coordinator Jeff Rodgers was officially hired by the Buffalo Bills Saturday, Jan. 31, to be their new special teams coordinator.
| Footballguys view: According to The Athletic's Dianna Russini, Rodgers, who doubled as assistant head coach in Arizona, will also have the same role in Buffalo, but that was not explicitly stated. Rodgers had been on the Cardinals' staff since 2018, when Steve Wilks was hired as head coach. He stayed on through three head coaches' tenures -- Wilks, Kliff Kingsbury, and Jonathan Gannon. |
Ravens | Charlie Gelman hired Sun Feb 1, 10:27 AM
Former Indianapolis Colts assistant Charlie Gelman was hired by the Baltimore Ravens to be their game management coordinator and defensive assistant Sunday, Feb. 1. He will replace Daniel Stern, who is expected to become the associate head coach of the Cleveland Browns.
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NFL | Eli Heidenreich built for third down Sat Jan 31, 11:07 PM
Navy RB Eli Heidenreich has the receiving skills to be a 'third-down weapon in the NFL,' according to Dane Brugler of The Athletic.
Link to story NFL | Rayshaun Benny to play early? Sat Jan 31, 10:03 PM
Michigan DT Rayshaun Benny 'will be in the mix' to be the first defensive tackle selected in the 2026 NFL Draft after his performance at the Senior Bowl, according to Dane Brugler of The Athletic, and Brugler believes Benny will 'make an impact right away' in the NFL.
Link to story NFL | Davison Igbinosun not for everyone Sat Jan 31, 09:51 PM
Ohio State CB Davison Igbinosun's 'handsy play style' won't be a fit for some NFL teams, according to Dane Brugler of The Athletic.
Link to story NFL | Diego Pavia fails to impress Sat Jan 31, 09:25 PM
Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia struggled with his timing on throws down the field during Senior Bowl practices and didn't 'move the needle' when it comes to his draft stock, according to Dane Brugler of The Athletic.
Link to story Cowboys | Derrick Ansley to given role in Dallas Sat Jan 31, 08:54 PM
Green Bay Packers defensive pass game coordinator Derrick Ansley will have the same title with the Dallas Cowboys, according to a league source.
Link to story Cowboys | Ryan Smith joining Dallas staff Sat Jan 31, 08:49 PM
Arizona Cardinals cornerbacks coach Ryan A. Smith will join the Dallas Cowboys and fill the same position on their coaching staff.
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Browns | Ian Kolste added to Cleveland staff Sat Jan 31, 08:36 PM
Former Baltimore Ravens offensive analyst Ian Kolste is being hired by the Cleveland Browns, according to a league source.
Link to story NFL | Jaydn Ott has decent week Sat Jan 31, 07:35 PM
Oklahoma RB Jaydn Ott had a strong week of practice at the Senior Bowl and was able to show some good pass protection skills.
Link to story NFL | Reggie Virgil impressive at Senior Bowl Sat Jan 31, 07:23 PM
Texas Tech WR Reggie Virgil was one of the most impressive receivers at the Senior Bowl this week, according to NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah.
Link to story Bills | Jim Leonhard officially hired Sat Jan 31, 03:35 PM
Denver Broncos defensive pass game coordinator Jim Leonhard was officially hired by the Buffalo Bills Saturday, Jan. 31, as their new defensive coordinator.
| Footballguys view: Leonhard is a fast-riser in coaching circles. He's only coached in the NFL for two seasons with the Broncos, but the former 10-year NFL safety is seen as a bright mind and future head coach. The Broncos' defense, ran by Vance Joseph, taught Leonhard a lot, and now he'll take those lessons to Buffalo. New Bills HC Joe Brady will run the offense, and now Leonhard is entrusted with a defense that needs improvement. |
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Buccaneers | QB expects Mike Evans to return Sat Jan 31, 02:54 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, but QB Baker Mayfield said he expects Evans to return to the team next season.
| Footballguys view: There are rumblings out there that Evans will not return to the Buccaneers in free agency. That seems a bit odd because we can't imagine him playing for another team. However, things change in the NFL - even for long-time veterans like Evans. Coming off his first non-1,000-yard receiving season, Evans may be looking for a fresh start. He's not quite the player he used to be, but Evans could be in for a bounce-back season in 2026...in Tampa or somewhere else. |
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Panthers | Rico Dowdle may not return Sat Jan 31, 01:54 PM
Carolina Panthers impending free-agent RB Rico Dowdle may not return to the team next season since he likely will ask for a high salary this offseason, and the team already has RB Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks on the roster, in the opinion of ESPN.com's David Newton.
| Footballguys view: Dowdle is one of the best backs available in free agency, and it seems unlikely he would take a hometown discount to stay with the Panthers. Coming off back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons on the ground, Dowdle may be playing on his third team in three years in 2026. We'll see how much interest RB-needy teams have in Dowdle later this offseason. He's an RB2 for Fantasy GMs in the right landing spot. |
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Jets | Tag possible for Breece Hall Sat Jan 31, 01:42 PM
New York Jets impending free-agent RB Breece Hall may be a candidate for either the franchise tag or transition tag this offseason if the two sides are not able to reach an agreement on a new contract, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Rich Cimini.
| Footballguys view: Hall is arguably the best running back available in free agency this offseason. We could see several teams vying for his services if the Jets don't tag him. A franchise tag has a projected value at $14.1 million for a one-year deal. The Jets could tag him and then get until mid-July to work out a long-term contract. If they lose Hall in free agency, the Jets would be searching for a new lead back (among many other things). |
Commanders | Zach Ertz looking to continue career Sat Jan 31, 01:32 PM
Washington Commanders impending free-agent TE Zach Ertz (knee) is recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament but does want to continue his playing career, according to a source. Ertz is not expected to return to the Commanders next season.
| Footballguys view: Ertz suffered the injury on a dirty hit against the Vikings in Week 14. He's on the road to recovery, and now has had two major knee injuries in his career. Ertz can still be a reliable target, but he may not be ready to play until the midway point of the 2026 season. Returning to the Commanders on another one-year deal makes sense, but they'll be looking to add to their tight end room in the meantime. |
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Vikings | Gerald Alexander hired Sat Jan 31, 12:58 PM
Former Pittsburgh Steelers secondary coach Gerald Alexander was named the Minnesota Vikings' new defensive pass game coordinator and defensive backs coach Saturday, Jan. 31.
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Vikings | Keith Carter receives promotion Sat Jan 31, 12:46 PM
Minnesota Vikings assistant offensive line coach Keith Carter was promoted to offensive line coach Saturday, Jan. 31.
Link to story Vikings | Ryan Nielsen hired Sat Jan 31, 12:45 PM
Former Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen was hired as the Minnesota Vikings' new defensive line coach and defensive run game coordinator Saturday, Jan. 31.
Link to story Vikings | Frank Smith hired Sat Jan 31, 12:23 PM
Former Miami Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith was named assistant head coach of the Minnesota Vikings Saturday, Jan. 31.
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Rams | Kyle Hoke hired Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
Former Cleveland Browns assistant special teams coach Kyle Hoke was hired by the Los Angeles Rams to fill the same capacity Saturday, Jan. 31.
Link to story NFL | Sam Roush carving out role Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
Stanford TE Sam Roush is the 'best pure drive blocker' at the position in the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Lance Zierlein of NFL.com.
| Footballguys view: Roush is a traditional "Y" tight end who can be counted on as a blocker and as a receiver. He's a mid-round pick with high football intelligence and the ability to contribute right away because of his blocking ability. While Roush is a good route-runner, he may get typecast into being primarily a blocker at the pro level. If that happens, it would clearly limit his fantasy value. |
NFL | Tanner Koziol among best at his position Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
Houston TE Tanner Koziol was 'the stud tight end' for the National Team during Senior Bowl practices, according to Justin Melo of The Draft Network.
| Footballguys view: Koziol certainly is a stud who can use his size and receiving ability to be a threat all over the field - and especially in the red zone. At 6-feet, 7-inches Koziol dominates 'above the rim' on the football field. He set a school record with 94 catches in 2024 at Ball State. Then, in 2025 with Houston, he led the team in catches (74) proving himself against tougher competition. With a standout performance at the Senior Bowl, Koziol could rise up draft boards. We believe he'll be a mid-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft. |
NFL | Caullin Lacy makes statement at Senior Bowl Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
Louisville WR Caullin Lacy was an 'electric route runner' during Senior Bowl practices, according to Alan Saunders of Steelers Now.
| Footballguys view: Lacy knows how to cut a rug and get open against off coverage. His size and skill set projects him as a slot receiver at the pro level. Lacy's run-after-the-catch ability means he can take short passes and turn them into long gains. He also can contribute as a dangerous return man in the NFL. Lacy will need to learn the full route tree and prove himself against press coverage to play up to his full potential. He's seen as a Day 3 pick with upside. |
NFL | Cyrus Allen puts DBs on skates Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
Cincinnati WR Cyrus Allen 'wreaked havoc' on the defensive backs during Senior Bowl practices and made several contested catches, according to Alan Saunders of Steelers Now.
| Footballguys view: Scouts know that Allen can 'churn and burn' on the football field. He's got blazing speed and is a big-play threat anytime he runs a route. Allen has a nose for the end zone as evidenced by his Big-12 leading 13 receiving touchdowns in 2025. He's got to become a more natural hands-catcher (too many body catches on film for our liking) and clean up his concentration drops. Allen is projected a Day 3 pick with upside. |
NFL | Garrett Nussmeier puts together solid week Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier's consistency stood out during Senior Bowl practices, according to Alan Saunders of Steelers Now.
| Footballguys view: It's a great week of work at the Senior Bowl for a quarterback who was once thought of as a first-round lock. Now, after an injury-plagued and inconsistent 2025 season we should see Nussmeier as a mid-round pick. Nussmeier is known as a smart quarterback who tends to go a bit too much into 'gunslinger' mode when under duress. With his performance at the Senior Bowl, Nussmeier might move into the late second or early third round. |
NFL | Sawyer Robertson struggles with accuracy Sat Jan 31, 11:37 AM
Baylor QB Sawyer Robertson 'stood out for his inconsistency' during Senior Bowl practices, according to Alan Saunders of Steelers Now, and Saunders estimates that 20% of Robertson's attempts resulted in 'uncatchable passes.'
Link to story Commanders | Washington lets three coaches go Sat Jan 31, 11:23 AM
Washington Commanders assistant linebackers coach and pass rush specialist Ryan Kerrigan, assistant defensive line coach Sharrif Floyd and player development coach Pete Ohnegian were relieved of their duties Saturday, Jan. 31, according to a league source.
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Bills | Jim Leonhard expected to be named DC Sat Jan 31, 11:04 AM
Denver Broncos defensive passing game coordinator and assistant head coach Jim Leonhard is expected to be hired by the Buffalo Bills as their new defensive coordinator, according to multiple sources.
| Footballguys view: Leonhard is a fast-riser in coaching circles. He's only coached in the NFL for two seasons with the Broncos, but the former 10-year NFL safety is seen as a bright mind and future head coach. The Broncos' defense, ran by Vance Joseph, taught Leonhard a lot, and now he'll take those lessons to Buffalo. New Bills HC Joe Brady will run the offense, and now Leonhard is entrusted with a defense that needs improvement. |
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Vikings | Rob Brzezinski to lead operations for MIN Sat Jan 31, 10:49 AM
Minnesota Vikings executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski will lead all of the team's operations through the 2026 NFL Draft, as a result of former general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah having been relieved of his duties. The Vikings plan to conduct a thorough search for their next general manager following the draft.
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Falcons | Michael Bearden hired Sat Jan 31, 10:07 AM
Cleveland Browns coaching fellow Michael Bearden was hired by the Atlanta Falcons as a coaching fellow/offensive assistant Friday, Jan. 30.
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Packers | Russ Ball receives extension Sat Jan 31, 09:16 AM
Green Bay Packers executive vice president/director of football operations Russ Ball received a multiyear contract extension Friday, Jan. 30. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Link to story NFL | Gennings Dunker shows versatility Fri Jan 30, 10:06 PM
Iowa OL Gennings Dunker, who played right tackle in college, took snaps at guard during Senior Bowl practices and said he is willing to move to guard in the NFL.
Link to story NFL | Max Iheanachor solidifies draft stock Fri Jan 30, 09:40 PM
Arizona State OL Max Iheanachor was 'the most consistent pass protector' at Senior Bowl practices, according to Justin Melo of The Draft Network, and Melo believes Iheanachor has established himself as a top-50 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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Seahawks | Friday injury report for Seahawks Fri Jan 30, 07:55 PM
Seattle Seahawks OT Amari Kight (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 30, and is considered doubtful for Super Bowl LX at this point. FB Robbie Ouzts (neck) and FB Brady Russell (hand) were limited during practice and are considered questionable. LB Chazz Surratt (ankle) fully participated in practice but is considered questionable. OT Charles Cross (foot) and TE Eric Saubert (hamstring) did not practice but do not have designations on the initial injury report. WR Jake Bobo (hand), QB Sam Darnold (oblique), CB Josh Jobe (foot), LB Ernest Jones (chest) and OT Joshua Jones (ankle, knee) were limited during practice but do not have designations. S Julian Love (shoulder) and LB Drake Thomas (shoulder) fully participated in practice and are not on the initial injury report.
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Seahawks | Sam Darnold still limited Fri Jan 30, 07:51 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold (oblique) was limited during practice Friday, Jan. 30, but does not have a designation on the initial injury report for Super Bowl LX.
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Patriots | Friday practice report for Patriots Fri Jan 30, 07:49 PM
New England Patriots RB Terrell Jennings (hamstring, head), LB Harold Landry (knee), QB Drake Maye (illness, shoulder), OT Thayer Munford (illness, knee) and LB Robert Spillane (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Jan. 30, and are considered questionable for Super Bowl LX at this point. DT Joshua Farmer (hamstring), TE Hunter Henry (non-injury), WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) and OT Morgan Moses (non-injury) fully participated in practice but are considered questionable.
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Patriots | Mack Hollins fully practices Fri Jan 30, 07:48 PM
New England Patriots WR Mack Hollins (abdomen) fully participated in practice Friday, Jan. 30, but is considered questionable for Super Bowl LX at this point.
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