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Reports: Steelers signing CB Asante Samuel Jr. to practice squad
The Pittsburgh Steelers are bolstering their defense with the signing of former second-round pick Asante Samuel Jr. to their practice squad, according to multiple media reports Tuesday.,Samuel, 26, was viewed as a coveted cornerback in free agency this offseason, but that was before undergoing spina...

Falcons back in kicker market after missed PAT doomed 3rd straight loss
As the Atlanta Falcons' freefall continues, head coach Raheem Morris was clear in his assessment of the team's third straight loss.,With a chance to tie the score at 24 against the New England Patriots with 4:40 left in Sunday's game, kicker Parker Romo missed the extra point. The Falcons did get th...

Michael Penix Jr. dealing with bone bruise as Falcons look to move past 49ers disappointment
The roller coaster that has been the 2025 Atlanta Falcons season took another sharp turn Sunday night and the downward trend continued into Monday.,After Atlanta (3-3) beat reigning conference finalists in consecutive weeks in the Washington Commanders and Buffalo Bills, a surprisingly lethargic off...

Falcons look for ways to set Michael Penix Jr. up for success after Sunday struggles
Even after the Atlanta Falcons' worst offensive output in four years and a temporary benching of quarterback Michael Penix Jr., head coach Raheem Morris maintains that there is no controversy under center.,During Atlanta's 30-0 loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday -- the team's first time being s...

Wrist injury could be reason for Brian Thomas Jr.'s slow start, coach says
Jacksonville head coach Liam Coen provided some context that could explain star wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr.'s struggles in Sunday's 31-27 loss at Cincinnati in a Monday zoom call with reporters.,Per Coen, Thomas was dealing with a wrist injury that was not reported on the team's official injury r...
Atlanta Falcons Finally Find Matt Ryan’s Successor in Michael Penix Jr.
After years of quarterback chaos, Michael Penix Jr. is giving the Atlanta Falcons a reason to believe again. Here's why....

Cal Ripken Jr. honored on 30-year anniversary of consecutive games record
Saturday night in Baltimore, Cal Ripken Jr. and the Orioles celebrated the 30th anniversary of his breaking the Major League Baseball record for consecutive games played with his 2,131st appearance, now known as the "2-1-3-1" record.,The Hall of Fame shortstop and third baseman, now 65, was honored ...
Kansas City Chiefs Should Kick the Tires on Odell Beckham Jr.
With Rashee Rice suspended and Xavier Worthy hurt, the Chiefs should explore signing free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr....

Broncos WR Marvin Mims Jr. (groin) will return to practice Monday
It seemed that the Denver Broncos could be in for some bad news after wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. left midway through Wednesday's practice with a groin injury.,However, Broncos head coach Sean Payton said on Thursday that testing showed Mims avoided serious injury and that he's expected to be back...

White Sox place Luis Robert Jr. (hamstring) back on IL
The Chicago White Sox placed starting center fielder Luis Robert Jr. on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a left hamstring strain ahead of the finale of the team's home series against the Kansas City Royals.,Robert was removed from Tuesday's 5-4 loss in the fourth inning after just one at-bat. ...
Stephen A. Compares Walter Clayton Jr. to NBA Star Who Doesn’t Exist
Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. starred in the Final Four, but Stephen A. Smith stole headlines with a shoutout to fictional NBA player “Wade Cunningham....

Revs transfer F Esmir Bajraktarevic, sign F Luis Diaz
The New England Revolution said farewell to Esmir Bajraktarevic and signed fellow forward Luis Diaz on Thursday.,The Revs transferred Bajraktarevic, 19, to Dutch side PSV Eindhoven for an undisclosed fee after three MLS seasons. New England retained a percentage of the homegrown player's future sell...
Odell Beckham Jr. Top Landing Spots After Being Released From Miami Dolphins
Odell Beckham Jr. was released from the Miami Dolphins on Monday, and these three teams could emerge as top landing spots to sign him in free agency....
Rashee Rice Replacement Options: Kansas City Chiefs Wide Receiver Trade Targets
Rashee Rice suffered a knee injury in the Kansas City Chiefs victory against the Chargers, here are three wide receiver trade targets to replace him....
Three NFL Players Who Will Bounce Back in Week 2
First impressions are important, but expect these three NFL players to bounce back in Week 2 from subpar performances....
Three Fantasy Football Risks Worth Taking in 2024
As fantasy football season nears, these three players are worth the risk to help you win your league in 2024....
Potential Surprise NFL Cut Candidates as NFL Regular Season Nears
Every NFL offseason, NFL veterans are surprisingly released from their teams and will seek new homes before the season begins. Here are some potential NFL cut candidates....
Marvin Harrison Jr. Will Be This Season's Puka Nacua
While he might not have been a deep NFL Draft find like Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua, Marvin Harrison Jr. is expecting to take the league by storm in his rookie year....
Top NFL Preseason 2024-25 Future Bets to Place During Training Camp
NFL teams are reporting to Training Camp, meaning it's time for you to report to your sportsbook and find value in future bets. We'll help you out with some top NFL future picks....

Anders Vejrgang wins inaugural EA Sports FC Pro World Championship
Anders Vejrgang won the inaugural EA Sports FC Pro World Championship in Berlin to claim his $250,000 share of the $1 million prize pool.,Vejrgang beat Yuval Blizovsky in Saturday's finals, outlasting the 32 players who competed in the three-day event.,"I didn't realize that I actually won, but I fe...