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Jets| Glenn Wants Quick Resolution On Aaron Rodgers' Future In New York (Mon Jan 27, 10:54 AM) [jump to this story] Chiefs | Kansas City advances to Super Bowl LIX (Sun Jan 26, 10:00 PM) [jump to this story] Eagles | Philadelphia wins in rout, advances to SBLIX (Sun Jan 26, 06:29 PM) [jump to this story] |
Ravens | Ten players sign future contracts Wed Jan 22, 06:33 PM
Free-agent OT Corey Bullock, WR Malik Cunningham, OG Darrian Dalcourt, LB William Kwenkeu, QB Devin Leary, TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden, DE Adedayo Odeleye, DT Basil Okoye, DE C.J. Ravenell and WR Dayton Wade signed Reserve/Future contracts with the Baltimore Ravens Tuesday, Jan. 21. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Bears | Chicago signs two to future contracts Wed Jan 22, 06:23 PM
Free-agent OT Joshua Miles and S Alex Cook signed Reserve/Future contracts with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, Jan. 22. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Jets | Aaron Glenn officially hired as coach Wed Jan 22, 06:20 PM
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn was officially hired by the New York Jets Wednesday, Jan. 22, to be their new head coach.
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Ravens | Anthony Miller signs future deal Wed Jan 22, 06:05 PM
Free-agent WR Anthony Miller signed a Reserve/Future contract with the Baltimore Ravens Wednesday, Jan. 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Eagles | Wednesday practice report for Eagles Wed Jan 22, 06:00 PM
Philadelphia Eagles TE Dallas Goedert (ankle) and C Cameron Jurgens (back) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22. WR A.J. Brown (knee), WR Britain Covey (neck), QB Jalen Hurts (knee), OT Lane Johnson (knee), CB Quinyon Mitchell (shoulder) and DE Josh Sweat (ankle) were limited during practice. QB Kenny Pickett (ribs) and DT Byron X. Young (hamstring) fully participated in practice. The Eagles did not hold a practice Wednesday, so the practice report is an estimation.
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Eagles | Limited practice for A.J. Brown Wed Jan 22, 05:49 PM
Philadelphia Eagles WR A.J. Brown (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 22. The Eagles did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
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Eagles | Jalen Hurts listed as limited Wed Jan 22, 05:38 PM
Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 22. The Eagles did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
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Eagles | Dallas Goedert misses practice Wed Jan 22, 05:35 PM
Philadelphia Eagles TE Dallas Goedert (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22. The Eagles did not hold a practice Wednesday, so this is an estimation.
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Chiefs | Wednesday practice report for Chiefs Wed Jan 22, 05:01 PM
Kansas City Chiefs OG Mike Caliendo (shoulder), QB Patrick Mahomes (ankle), OT Jawaan Taylor (knee) and CB Jaylen Watson (ankle) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22.
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Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes takes part in practice Wed Jan 22, 04:56 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (ankle) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22.
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Commanders | Wednesday practice report for Commanders Wed Jan 22, 04:54 PM
Washington Commanders OG Samuel Cosmi (knee), TE Zach Ertz (rib), DE Clelin Ferrell (knee), LB Dante Fowler (non-injury), DT Daron Payne (finger, knee) and LB Bobby Wagner (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22. DE Javontae Jean-Baptiste (shoulder) and WR Olamide Zaccheaus (hip) were limited during practice. TE John Bates (shoulder), C Tyler Biadasz (ankle), OT Brandon Coleman (shoulder), LB Dominique Hampton (back), LB Frankie Luvu (shoulder), RB Jeremy McNichols (hand) and TE Ben Sinnott (shoulder) fully participated in practice.
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Commanders | Olamide Zaccheaus listed as limited Wed Jan 22, 04:37 PM
Washington Commanders WR Olamide Zaccheaus (hip) was limited during practice Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Zaccheaus is a bit banged up, but he should be good to go for the NFC Championship Game. Let's circle back to see what he can do on Friday. |
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Commanders | Zach Ertz sits out Wednesday Wed Jan 22, 04:24 PM
Washington Commanders TE Zach Ertz (rib) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Ertz is not 100 percent healthy, but he's a seasoned veteran who doesn't need every rep. This is a rest day, and signs indicate he will be ready for the NFC Championship Game. |
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Lions | New deal for Netane Muti Wed Jan 22, 04:23 PM
Detroit Lions OG Netane Muti signed a new contract with the Lions Wednesday, Jan. 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Buccaneers | Two players receive future contracts Wed Jan 22, 04:11 PM
Free-agent DT Adam Gotsis and P Jake Julien signed Reserve/Future contracts with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wednesday, Jan. 22. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Eagles | Nick Muse joins practice squad Wed Jan 22, 04:07 PM
Free-agent TE Nick Muse was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad Wednesday, Jan. 22.
Link to story Eagles | Britain Covey cleared to practice Wed Jan 22, 04:06 PM
Philadelphia Eagles WR Britain Covey (shoulder) had his 21-day practice window opened Wednesday, Jan. 22.
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Patriots | Terrell Williams named new DC Wed Jan 22, 04:03 PM
Detroit Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams was hired by the New England Patriots Wednesday, Jan. 22, to be their new defensive coordinator.
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Bills | Buffalo makes two moves Wed Jan 22, 03:56 PM
The Buffalo Bills re-signed free-agent DT Eli Ankou (Bills) to their practice squad on Wednesday, Jan. 22, and cut QB Anthony Brown from the practice squad.
Link to story Bills | Dalton Kincaid limited Wednesday Wed Jan 22, 03:33 PM
Buffalo Bills TE Dalton Kincaid (knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Jan. 22.
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Bills | Buffalo's Wednesday practice report Wed Jan 22, 03:27 PM
Buffalo Bills S Damar Hamlin (rib), TE Dalton Kincaid (knee), and DE Gregory Rousseau (finger) were full practice participants Wednesday, Jan. 22. LB Matt Milano (biceps/hamstring), OT Dion Dawkins (head), and CB Christian Benford (head) were limited. Benford remains in the concussion protocol. S Taylor Rapp (back/hip) did not practice.
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Patriots | Josh McDaniels officially returning to Pats Wed Jan 22, 03:20 PM
Updating previous reports, former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels officially was named New England Patriots offensive coordinator for the third time, the team announced Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: McDaniels was the OC in New England for two stints (2006-08, 2012-2021) with great success. With Mike Vrabel as head coach, McDaniels could do what he does best - just focus on the offense. It's all about 'fit' in the NFL, and McDaniels would make a nice fit for QB Drake Maye. |
Jaguars | Trent Baalke out in Jacksonville Wed Jan 22, 03:15 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars general manager Trent Baalke will not return in 2025, effective immediately, after team owner Shad Khan announced the two sides mutually agreed to part ways on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: This move has been brewing for some time as the Jaguars look for a new head coach as well. Adding both at the same time makes sense, and it may be Robert Saleh as the favorite for the head coaching vacancy. Khan's press statement said Ethan Waugh will serve as interim GM while the team conducts interviews. |
Chiefs | Mecole Harman to remain on IR Wed Jan 22, 01:56 PM
Updating a previous report, Kansas City Chiefs WR Mecole Hardman (knee) will finish the season on the Reserve/Injured list, head coach Andy Reid said Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: The Chiefs opened Hardman's 21-day window to practice a few weeks ago, and his knee was not able to respond in the way the team wanted. His season is now over regardless of how far the Chiefs advance. Hardman hits free agency looking for a gadget role and special teams resume. |
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Jets | Aaron Glenn agrees to NYJ job Wed Jan 22, 01:46 PM
Updating previous reports, Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract to become the next head coach of the New York Jets on Wednesday, Jan. 22, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: A former Jets CB, Glenn has worked his way up the coaching ranks for the past few years. During his time with the Saints (DB coach) and Lions (DC), Glenn showed the ability to lead men and craft a swarming defense. The Jets defense has some playmakers that Glenn will be able to work with, but their offense lacks talent and there's a huge question mark about who their quarterback will be. Finding the right OC (and the right passer) will be key for Glenn's success. |
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Eagles | Jalen Hurts participating Wed Jan 22, 12:37 PM
Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts (knee) will participate in the walkthrough Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: This is a great sign for Hurts and his availability for the NFC Championship Game. We'll see if he can be at least limited on Friday before Sunday's contest with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. |
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Jaguars | Robert Saleh a favorite with JAX? Wed Jan 22, 12:36 PM
Former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh is viewed as a potential favorite for the Jacksonville Jaguars head coaching position.
| Footballguys view: Jacksonville needs a complete reset, and their defense is one of the worst in the league. Saleh is a defensive minded coach who didn't really have a fair chance with a dysfunctional Jets organization. He could go to Jacksonville and bring a much-needed reset to the culture. More importantly, Saleh would have to find the right offensive staff to get the most out of franchise QB Trevor Lawrence. |
Jaguars | Lian Coen out of running for Jags job Wed Jan 22, 11:03 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen signed an extension with Tampa and removed himself from consideration for the Jacksonville Jaguars' head coaching post.
| Footballguys view: Coen was considered the favorite to land the Jaguars job with Ben Johnson taking the Bears job. Instead of advancing to the head coaching ranks, Coen decides to stay with the Buccaneers where he can continue the great work he's done with QB Baker Mayfield. Some believe Coen could essentially be a head-coach-in-waiting with the Buccaneers. |
Patriots | Josh McDaniels expected to become Pats' OC Wed Jan 22, 10:44 AM
Updating previous reports, former Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels is expected to be named New England Patriots offensive coordinator for the third time, according to sources, after completing an interview Tuesday, Jan. 21.
| Footballguys view: McDaniels was the OC in New England for two stints (2006-08, 2012-2021) with great success. With Mike Vrabel as head coach, McDaniels could do what he does best - just focus on the offense. It's all about 'fit' in the NFL, and McDaniels would make a nice fit for QB Drake Maye. |
Buccaneers | Liam Coen extended Wed Jan 22, 09:59 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen was signed to an undisclosed extension that makes him one of the highest-paid coordinators in the league Wednesday, Jan. 22.
| Footballguys view: Coen has done great work with QB Baker Mayfield with both the Rams and the Buccaneers. They keep the fit together with Coen signing this extension. Some believe that Coen is a head-coach-in-waiting with the Buccaneers. |
Chargers | Khalil Mack will play in '25 Wed Jan 22, 09:58 AM
Los Angeles Chargers impending free-agent LB Khalil Mack said he will play in 2025.
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Lions | Mark Brunell could be up for two OC gigs Wed Jan 22, 01:44 AM
Detroit Lions quarterbacks coach Mark Brunell is reportedly potential Aaron Glenn's top choice to serve as his offensive coordinator if he accepts the New York Jets' offer to become their new head coach, according to a source. However, Brunell is also under consideration to replace Ben Johnson as the Lions' new offensive coordinator after the latter accepted the Chicago Bears' offer to become their head coach earlier on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
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Jets | Aaron Glenn pondering HC offer from NYJ Wed Jan 22, 01:44 AM
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn reportedly received a 'substantial' offer following his second interview with the New York Jets and the head coaching job 'is his if he wants it,' according to a source.
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Packers | Eric Washington interviews with Green Bay Tue Jan 21, 10:31 PM
Chicago Bears defensive line coach Eric Washington recently interviewed with the Green Bay Packers to discuss their defensive line coach vacancy on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
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49ers | Quindell Johnson heads to Bay Area Tue Jan 21, 07:48 PM
Free-agent S Quindell Johnson (Rams) signed a one-year Reserve/Futures deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Free-agent TE Cameron Latu (Browns) signed a one-year Reserve/Futures contract with the Philadelphia Eagles on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Financial terms were not disclosed. WR Elijah Cooks was released from the practice squad.
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Lions | Ronnie Bell heads to Motown Tue Jan 21, 07:30 PM
Free-agent WR Ronnie Bell (49ers) was signed to a one-year Reserve/Futures contract on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Saints | Poor weather postpones New Orleans interviews Tue Jan 21, 05:18 PM
Updating previous reports, the New Orleans Saints have postponed head-coaching interviews until later in the week, due to inclement weather. New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka was scheduled to interview on Tuesday, Jan. 21, while Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn and Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver were set to interview on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
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Vikings | Head Coach Kevin O'Connell Gets Contract Extension Tue Jan 21, 04:45 PM
The Vikings and Head Coach Kevin O'Connell have agreed to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Tuesday.
| Footballguys view: O'Connell was set to enter the final season of his original contract with the club. "Kevin is exactly who we believed him to be when we named him as our head coach -- an innovative play-caller, an excellent communicator, and a strong leader who motivates and connects with his players," Vikings owner/president Mark Wilf said in a team statement. "He has helped establish a culture that positions us for sustained success, and he will continue to set the standard we need as we pursue a championship for Vikings fans." O'Connell said, "It is an absolute honor to continue leading the Minnesota Vikings." Talks are also ongoing with the Vikings and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on an extension as the club looks to keep the O'Connell-Adofo-Mensah combo together, Rapoport and Pelissero reported. |
Falcons | Atlanta adds 16 via futures deals Tue Jan 21, 04:00 PM
Free-agent DT Junior Aho, OL Matthew Cindric, WR Phillip Dorsett, RB Elijah Dotson, WR Dylan Drummond, OG Joey Fisher, OG Jovaughn Gwyn, DB Lamar X. Jackson, QB Emory Jones, DE Khalid Kareem, DT LaCale London, WR Jesse Matthews, WR Makai Polk, DB Benny Sapp III, WR David Sills and OT Tyrone Wheatley Jr. were signed to Reserve/Future contracts by the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
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Jaguars | Jacksonville closing in on Liam Coen? Tue Jan 21, 03:38 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen is scheduled to have a second interview with the Jacksonville Jaguars regarding their head coaching vacancy on Wednesday, Jan. 22. There is speculation that the Jaguars feel strongly enough about Coen that he will be offered the job on Wednesday if the interview goes well.
| Footballguys view: Coen, 39, just completed his first year with the Buccaneers, helping the club finish No. 3 in total yards and No. 4 in points en route to winning the NFC South. Profootballtalk.com notes that if the Jaguars hire Coen, it will be the second time in two years that a Bucs offensive coordinator is in the building for just one season before departing to be a head coach. Dave Canales was hired as the Panthers head coach last offseason after spending a year with Tampa Bay. Bucs head coach Todd Bowles has had Byron Leftwich, Canales, and Coen as his offensive coordinators in his three seasons at the helm. Tampa Bay Times staffer Rick Stroud also raises the possibility that the Bucs could offer Bowles a position in the front office and hire Coen to take his place, noting that the club effectively did so with Bruce Arians stepping down as head coach in March 2022 in favor of Bowles. Stay tuned. |
Patriots | Marcus Brady met with New England Tue Jan 21, 03:06 PM
Los Angeles Chargers passing game coordinator Marcus Brady recently interviewed with the New England Patriots regarding their offensive coordinator vacancy, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: As SI.com noted, Brady has been in the NFL landscape since 2018. He started his coaching career with the Indianapolis Colts as a quarterbacks coach, then became offensive coordinator for two seasons from 2021-22. Then-head coach Frank Reich was the play-caller for Indianapolis during Brady's tenure. Following his short stint in Indianapolis, Brady arrived with the Philadelphia Eagles for a season as a senior offensive assistant in 2023, then made his way to Los Angeles. Last week, head coach Mike Vrabel's Patriots interviewed Thomas Brown for the position held by Alex Van Pelt during No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye's rookie campaign. |
Steelers | Cameron McCutcheon inks futures deal with Pittsburgh Tue Jan 21, 03:00 PM
Free-agent DB Cameron McCutcheon was signed to a Reserve/Future contract by the Pittsburgh Steelers on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
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Colts | Lou Anarumo locked in as Indy's DC Tue Jan 21, 02:46 PM
Updating a previous report, Lou Anarumo officially signed an undisclosed contract to become the new defensive coordinator of the Indianapolis Colts on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
| Footballguys view: Anarumo joins the Colts after spending the last six seasons (2019-2024) as the Cincinnati Bengals' defensive coordinator. With the Bengals, Anarumo fielded defenses that consistently made things difficult for opposing quarterbacks. Cincinnati's defense in 2024 finished top 10 in the NFL in interceptions, pick-sixes, and passes defensed; defensive end Trey Hendrickson led the NFL with 17.5 sacks. Anarumo's Bengals defense in 2022 held opponents to 20.1 points per game and a 58.9 completion percentage, the lowest rate in the NFL. In 2021, Anarumo helped push the Bengals to the Super Bowl by holding Cincinnati's opponents to 20.5 points per game. He'll replace Gus Bradley, who was fired after a complete collapse against the Giants in the regular-season finale, highlighting an overall failure to develop drafted talent. |
Packers | Kacy Rodgers meeting with Green Bay Tue Jan 21, 02:39 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive line coach and run game coordinator Kacy Rodgers is interviewing with the Green Bay Packers to fill their defensive line coach vacancy on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
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Detroit Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams is of interest to the New England Patriots, who are reportedly targeting him to be the new defensive coordinator, according to a source. Williams served under new Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel when both of them were with the Tennessee Titans from 2018 to 2023.
| Footballguys view: Detroit will need a new defensive coordinator if Aaron Glenn leaves to become a head coach, and Williams has a history with both Vrabel and Lions coach Dan Campbell. Williams began his NFL coaching career in 2012 with the Raiders. He went to the Dolphins in 2015 as the defensive line coach and landed with the Titans in 2018. Vrabel promoted Williams to assistant head coach in 2023. Another Vrabel assistant in Tennessee, current Miami Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow, is also in the mix here. |
Packers | Christian Watson unlikely to begin 2025 on time Tue Jan 21, 02:23 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Christian Watson (knee) is not likely to be recovered from his torn anterior cruciate ligament by the time the 2025 season starts, according to ESPN.com's Rob Demovsky.
| Footballguys view: The Packers opted not to add any receivers last offseason, hoping Watson, Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks would continue to develop along with QB Jordan Love. With the group failing to take the next step and Watson expected to miss a chunk of time, the Packers could target the position early in the NFL Draft. GM Brian Gutekunst is open to adding to the position, whether it's through the draft, a trade, or free agency, saying, "[If] that makes some sense for us, we'll certainly look to do that, but we're also looking for these guys to continue to grow and hopefully grow into that space." |
Bengals | Al Golden likely in driver's seat for DC job Tue Jan 21, 02:10 PM
Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden is expected to officially interview for the defensive coordinator job with the Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday, Jan. 22. According to multiple sources, head coach Zac Taylor 'has long held' Golden as the leading candidate in the search.
| Footballguys view: The Bengals fired Lou Anarumo after the team failed to make the playoffs for a second straight year, and his replacement will be responsible for a complete overhaul of the staff and potentially the defensive roster. Golden had served as Cincinnati's linebackers coach during the 2020 and 2021 seasons, and his position group played a significant role in the team's Super Bowl run that last year. The 55-year-old has spent the previous three seasons with Notre Dame, building their defense into one of the best in college football. The Irish ranked as the fifth-best defense in yards allowed last year, and in 2024, they ranked fourth in passing defense (169.4 passing yards allowed per game) and scoring defense (tied, 15.5 points per game allowed). |
Bears | Ben Johnson officially in charge in Chicago Tue Jan 21, 02:09 PM
Updating a previous report, Detroit Lions office coordinator Ben Johnson signed an undisclosed contract to become the new head coach of the Chicago Bears on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
| Footballguys view: Johnson, known for his innovative playcalling, has coached the Lions to top-10 offenses the past two seasons, including second overall and No. 1 in points scored in 2024. More to the point, the Lions averaged at least 26 points per game in each of Johnson's three seasons at the helm. The Bears have had four such seasons in the entire Super Bowl era (1985, 2006, 2013, and 2018). While there are issues on the offensive line, expecting Johnson to maximize the abilities of Caleb Williams, DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, and other components here is reasonable. |
Colts | Anthony Richardson set to work with biometric expert Tue Jan 21, 02:00 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson told ESPN.com's Stephen Holder that he expects to work with biometric expert Chris Hess this offseason. Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen recently credited Hess as being 'the most influential person in my mechanical career' after Hess refined some parts of Allen's throwing motion during the early part of his pro career.
| Footballguys view: It's all part of a bigger effort by Richardson to demonstrate he can be the quarterback the Colts need him to be. According to ESPN.com's Stephen Holder, no one, including the Colts, wants to consider the alternative. Improvement is imperative after Richardson regressed as a passer in 2024. Though he had only a small sample size as a rookie (four games), his completion percentage dropped more than 11 percentage points from his first season (59.5 percent) to his second (an NFL-low 47.7 percent). His turnovers jumped, too, with his interception rate rising from 1.2 percent to 4.5 percent. There were also ambiguous issues with Richardson's off-field preparation, which GM Chris Ballard acknowledges contributed to the QB's midseason two-game benching. Given the circumstances, bringing a legitimate contender in to compete with Richardson makes sense. We'll continue to watch for more. |
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