Four NFL players were arrested on Saturday, and are facing misdemeanor or felony charges ranging from armed robbery, assault, and unlawful possession of a firearm. Washington Redskins wide receiver Cody Latimer, Seattle Seahawk cornerback Quinton Dunbar, New York Giants cornerback Deandre Baker, and Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver were […]
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Football Movies: ‘Draft Day’ (2014) with Kevin Costner
Kevin Costner, finally appeared in a football movie in Ivan Reitman’s ‘Draft Day’, a 2014 film with Costner playing Sonny Weaver, the general manager of the Cleveland Browns. The movie takes place as a glimpse into a single day in the life of a pro football GM during the NFL […]
Shady Philly: LeSean McCoy Would Love to End Career with Eagles
Running back LeSean “Shady” McCoy, a six-time Pro Bowler and unrestricted free agent, thinks he still has enough gas in his tank to play a couple more seasons, but if the upcoming season will be his last before retirement, he’d love to finish his career in Philadelphia with the Eagles. […]
SEC Filing Reveals NFL, NBA Owners Among Major Investors in DraftKings
Some major league team owners bought shares in the sports betting company DraftKings prior to its April 24 public offering. James Dolan, Robert Kraft, Hal Steinbrenner, and Jerry Jones all held shares either directly or through affiliated companies, according to a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission that became […]
Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson Top NFL MVP Odds
The previous two MVP winners, Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs) in 2018 and Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens) in 2019, are at the top of the betting board for the 2020 NFL MVP odds. Mahomes is the overall favorite at 7/2 odds while Jackson is listed at 6/1 odds to win […]
Philadelphia Eagles Interested in Veteran RB Carlos Hyde
The Philadelphia Eagles are showing interest in signing veteran running back Carlos Hyde. A former Ohio State running back, Hyde’s played with five different NFL teams since 2014, and is coming off his best season as a pro. After a brief stint with the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2019 […]
One More Super Bowl for Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints?
For the last couple of seasons, everyone in Who Dat Nation has been wondering whether or not Drew Brees can lead the New Orleans Saints to another Super Bowl championship before he retires. The Saints are 12/1 odds to win the 2021 Super Bowl according to a recent update from […]
Fauci: ‘Virus Will Make the Decision’ on How and if 2020 NFL Season Proceeds
Dr. Anthony Fauci told Peter King of NBC Sports that there are too many unknowns to know if the 2020 NFL season will be able to go forward as normal, and that much of what the league looks like will depend on how America responds to a likely second wave […]
ESPN Reportedly Looking for New Monday Night Football Announcers
Changes are apparently coming in the broadcast booth at Monday Night Football, where announcers Joe Tessitore and Booger McFarland are not expected to return. Though ESPN has not confirmed the report, several stories over the weekend had the duo being replaced. Rumors about the future of the Monday Night Football […]
Philip Rivers to Become High School Football Coach in Post-NFL Career
Philip Rivers will play (at least) one more season with the Indianapolis Colts, but he’s already found his next gig. The longtime Chargers QB will become the head coach for Saint Michael Catholic High School in Fairhope, Alabama when he eventually retires from professional football. At 38-years old, Rivers signed […]
Dallas, Giants, Jets Among Winners/Losers of NFL Schedule
The NFL schedule was released on Thursday, and there were definitely several winners and losers. The Las Vegas Raiders were among the winners in the scheduling lottery, as they’ll get to christen their new stadium in primetime with a Monday night game against the New Orleans Saints in Week 2. […]
GM Joe Douglas First Draft with Jets Lands Mekhi Becton, Denzel Mims
Joe Douglas survived his first NFL Draft as the general manager of the New York Jets with a couple of high-profile selections with O-lineman Mekhi Becton (Louisville) and WR Denzel Mims (Baylor). In the past, the Jets made bold moves to trade up in the draft and those gambles rarely […]
2020 NFL Win Totals Complete List: Chiefs, Ravens at 11.5 o/u
The NFL released its schedule for the 2020 season on Thursday night, and William Hill released win totals for every NFL team. As expected, the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens are at the top of the win totals board with an over/under at 11.5 wins. With the addition of […]
NFL 2020 Schedule Released, Week 1 Highlights Include Tampa Bay at New Orleans
The NFL 2020 schedule was released Thursday night, and there are several intriguing matchups throughout the 17-week season. The first game of the NFL 2020 season will be a Thursday night contest on Sept. 10 with the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Houston Texans. The line […]
Jacksonville the Favorite to Sign Cam Newton
Cam Newton is the last starting quarterback without a job in the NFL. That’s likely to change, however, and when it does, oddsmakers believe the free agent will end up in Jacksonville. Bovada has the Jaguars listed at +190 to sign the 30-year-old Newton. One huge roadblock to Newton signing […]
Frank the Tank to the LOLJets, Gore Signs 1-Year Deal as Backup RB
Running back Frank Gore reportedly signed a one-year deal with the New York Jets. The saga of the great Gore will continue as the third-highest rusher in NFL history suits up for his 16th season in the NFL. Gore, 36 and soon to be 37, started eight games with the […]
Beastmode Comeback? Marshawn Lynch Could Return to the Seattle Seahawks
One day after Marshawn “Beastmode” Lynch appeared in the final episode of “Westworld” season three, the former All-Pro running back hinted at a potential comeback with the Seattle Seahawks when he said, “Expect the unexpected.” Lynch, 34, came out of retirement at the end of last season. He played in […]
Officials Determined to Keep 2020 NFL Season on Schedule
NFL officials have confirmed a report that they plan to start and finish the 2020 season on time, barring any unforeseen complications due to the coronavirus pandemic. The league plans to release its official schedule later this week, but says the opening game will be on Sept. 10, and that […]
RIP Don Shula, Miami Dolphins Coach Passes Away at 90
Hall of Fame head coach Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history with a lifetime record of 347-173-6, passed away on Monday at age 90. Shula played pro football for several seasons as a defensive back before beginning his legendary coaching career, which included two Super Bowl victories with […]
Dallas Cowboys Sign Andy Dalton to 1-Year Deal as Backup QB
In a move that Jerry Jones insists has nothing to do with starting quarterback Dak Prescott’s contract negotiations, the Dallas Cowboys signed Andy Dalton to a one-year deal worth upwards of $7 million. Dalton, 32, turns 33 in October. He’s expected to backup Prescott. Both the Cowboys and Prescott have […]