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ORCHARD PARK, NY – SEPTEMBER 21: Eric Weddle #32 of the San Diego Chargers warms up before the game against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium on September 21, 2014 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)

Ranking impending free-agent safeties

With free agency approaching as the 2016 NFL offseason kicks into full gear, we’re taking a look at how top-tier impending free agents rank at some of the hottest positions. This time, we break down the safeties. 1. Eric Weddle, San Diego Chargers: He’s as good as gone in San Diego, with Oakland making the […]

HOUSTON, TX – JANUARY 09: Sean Smith #21 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates his interception against the Houston Texans in the fourth quarter during the AFC Wild Card Playoff game at NRG Stadium on January 9, 2016 in Houston, Texas. The Kansas City Chiefs won 30-0 over the Houston Texans. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Ranking impending free-agent cornerbacks

With free agency approaching as the 2016 NFL offseason kicks into full gear, we’re taking a look at how top-tier impending free agents rank at some of the hottest positions. This time, we break down the cornerbacks. 1. Sean Smith, Kansas City Chiefs: The 28-year-old isn’t a big playmaker but is superb in coverage and […]

at Georgia Dome on September 3, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia.

How much gas does Roddy White have left in the tank?

Fresh off his release from the Atlanta Falcons, Roddy White becomes the biggest name free-agent wide receiver in football. The fact that White is a four-time Pro Bowler with six 1,000-yard seasons will likely cause many teams to take a close look, but the 34-year-old represents a dangerous investment. How much tread does White have […]

SANTA CLARA, CA – FEBRUARY 07: Peyton Manning #18 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after the Denver Broncos defeated the Carolina Panthers with a score of 24 to 10 to win Super Bowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Possible landing spots for Peyton Manning

Peyton Manning might retire this offseason, but he might not. If he doesn’t, here are some potential landing spots. 1. Los Angeles Rams: LA could use a big media star and a legend to help transition back from St. Louis, and it’s not as though the Rams will have better options at quarterback. They know […]

during their game at MetLife Stadium on January 3, 2016 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Sam Bradford gets his final chance to prove he can be a franchise quarterback

Six years into his NFL career, quarterback Sam Bradford — the top pick of the 2010 NFL draft — has won 25 games. Wins and losses aren’t quarterback statistics, but the fact the Rams and Eagles have gone 25-37 with him under center over a six-year period has to be considered an indictment on the […]

BALTIMORE, MD – AUGUST 29: Quarterback Kirk Cousins #8 of the Washington Redskins warms up prior to the start of a preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on August 29, 2015 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Matt Hazlett/ Getty Images)

Franchise tag rundown: Who was tagged by Tuesday’s deadline?

The NFL’s franchise tag deadline has come and gone, with 10 players getting hit with various versions of the tag. Here’s a breakdown… Washington Redskins: QB Kirk Cousins — If Cousins plays under the tag, he’ll make an insane $19.95 million in 2016, which is amazing considering he was a backup less than a year ago. […]

SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 20: Chip Kelly speaks to the media during a press conference where he announced as the new head coach of the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium on January 20, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

We continue to get proof that stubborn Chip Kelly isn’t budging as an NFL head coach

We’ve received some pretty damning evidence this offseason that Chip Kelly — an embattled NFL head coach who has already faced major questions regarding his demeanor as well as his prowess when it comes to personnel decisions — has been far too stubborn with regard to his offensive system. From the moment Kelly arrived in […]

during the pre-season NFL game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on August 15, 2015 in Glendale, Arizona.

Could Chase Daniel pull a Tyrod Taylor in 2016?

Before flourishing with a Pro Bowl 2015 season in Buffalo, Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor spent the first four years of his career backing up a highly-skilled, highly-touted and highly-drafted starter in Baltimore. Like Taylor, Chase Daniel was largely ignored in his draft year despite making waves in college. And like Taylor, he spent the first […]

LANDOVER, MD – SEPTEMBER 14: Quarterback Robert Griffin III #10 of the Washington Redskins looks on before playing the Jacksonville Jaguars at FedExField on September 14, 2014 in Landover, Maryland. The Washington Redskins won, 41-10. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Examining the best potential fits for Robert Griffin III

Washington Redskins president Bruce Allen has confirmed that quarterback Robert Griffin III will not be back with the team in 2016. “I see Robert getting an opportunity with another team,” Allen told the Dan Sileo Show on The Mighty 1090 in San Diego this week. “We’ve heard from some teams that are interested. I think he’s […]

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – DECEMBER 28: Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears speaks to the media after the game against the Minnesota Vikings on December 28, 2014 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Bears 13-9. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

John Fox praises QB Jay Cutler for successful 2015 season

John Fox took over the Chicago Bears’ coaching job and was hoping to see Jay Cutler figure things out under his watch. It had been a rough past in Chicago for Cutler, but Fox believes that Cutler did his job in 2015. Cutler received high praise from his head coach and Fox said that Cutler was […]

SEATTLE, WA – DECEMBER 20: Wide receiver Travis Benjamin #11 of the Cleveland Browns runs a pass route against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on December 20, 2015 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers: Is Travis Benjamin a free agency option?

Travis Benjamin is set to hit the 2016 NFL free agency market and Bleacher Report listed the speedy wide receiver as a potential target for the Green Bay Packers. He certainly would be a dangerous option to put on an offense with Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb and Aaron Rodgers, but is he really a legitimate […]

OAKLAND, CA – DECEMBER 06: Head coach Jack Del Rio of the Oakland Raiders throws his challenge flag after Latavius Murray #28 was called short of the goal line during their NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs at O.co Coliseum on December 6, 2015 in Oakland, California. The ruling was overturned for an Oakland Raiders touchdown. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Give me one good reason why coaches shouldn’t be able to challenge every call

Seriously, just one. I want one sensible reason for why it makes sense for us to limit the plays coaches can challenge. Oakland Raiders head coach Jack Del Rio officially threw his support behind that idea this week, joining Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots and Ron Rivera of the Carolina Panthers. “Bill Belichick […]

EUGENE, OR – SEPTEMBER 6: Connor Cook #18 of the Michigan State Spartans celebrates after a touchdown run by Jeremy Langford in the first half of the game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on September 6, 2014 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

TGS pre-Combine mock draft, part 2

The NFL draft is only — only? — nine weeks away. Here, ladies and gentleman, is exactly what will happen during the second half of the opening round on April 28, 2016. Click here for the first 16 picks 17. Atlanta Falcons: Alabama LB Reggie Ragland — A versatile player who should excel in that system […]

BERKELEY, CA – SEPTEMBER 27: Jared Goff #16 of the California Golden Bears reacts after throwing a touchdown pass during their game against the Colorado Buffaloes at California Memorial Stadium on September 27, 2014 in Berkeley, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

TGS pre-Combine mock draft, part 1

The NFL draft is only — only? — nine weeks away. Here, ladies and gentleman, is exactly what will happen on April 28, 2016. Click here for the second half of the first round 1. Tennessee Titans: Oregon DE DeForest Buckner — I just don’t think Tennessee needs to use another top pick on an offensive […]

GREEN BAY, WI – JANUARY 03: Eddie Lacy #27 of the Green Bay Packers carries the ball during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field on January 3, 2016 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers confident Eddie Lacy will fix weight issue

Eddie Lacy came into the 2015 NFL season with a goal of rushing for 1,000 yards in his first three seasons in the league. Unfortunately, he seemingly forgot that he had to keep himself in shape throughout the offseason. He looked out of shape and without being offensive he quite simply looked fat. His weight […]

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