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 […]

GLENDALE, AZ – OCTOBER 17: Outside linebacker Bruce Irvin #51 of the Seattle Seahawks during the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on October 17, 2013 in Glendale, Arizona. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 34-22. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ranking impending free-agent edge-rushers

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 edge-rushers. 1. Bruce Irvin, Seattle Seahawks: His sack and pressure numbers don’t jump off the page, but that’s only […]

CINCINNATI, OH – OCTOBER 27: Marvin Jones #82 of the Cincinnati Bengals runs with the ball during the NFL game against the New York Jets at Paul Brown Stadium on October 27, 2013 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Ranking impending free-agent wide receivers

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, a thin group of wide receivers. 1. Marvin Jones, Cincinnati Bengals: The 26-year-old had a career-high 816 receiving yards despite being part of […]

JACKSONVILLE, FL – SEPTEMBER 20: Ndamukong Suh #93 of the Miami Dolphins looks on during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on September 20, 2015 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Miami Dolphins keep going all in with latest blockbuster trade

If you thought the Miami Dolphins were going to be quiet in March after their 2015 offseason bonanza failed to earn them a playoff appearance, you were quickly proven wrong as on the very first day of the free agency window with the legal tampering period the Fins were already putting all of their chips […]

PHILADELPHIA, PA – NOVEMBER 22: Doug Martin #22 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates his first down in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on November 22, 2015 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

2016 NFL Free Agency Preview: Five bold predictions

http://gty.im/496324842 2016 NFL Free Agency unofficially begins on Monday with the opening of the tampering period where teams can start to target free agents, with a year of big spending expected. A salary cap increase and two teams with over $70 million in cap space set to flood the market for the top players who […]

PHILADELPHIA, PA – NOVEMBER 22: Doug Martin #22 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates his first down in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on November 22, 2015 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Ranking impending free-agent running backs

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 on this year’s market, starting with running backs. 1. Doug Martin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Obviously. I mean, the 27-year-old had 1,402 rushing yards, which ranked second […]

<> at O.co Coliseum on December 21, 2014 in Oakland, California.

What’s next for Mario Williams?

A four-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher with five double-digit-sack seasons is now a free agent in what should be the back end of his prime. So, what might the market look like for 31-year-old former No. 1 overall pick Mario Williams? The bad news for Williams is his stock took a hell of a hit with […]

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 […]

Winners and losers at the NFL Scouting Combine

When evaluating a player’s performance at the NFL Scouting Combine it’s important to remember that performance in shorts has little to do with performance on the field. Some of the “winners” won’t pan out and some of the “losers” will be perennial Pro Bowl superstars. That said, a good showing at the Combine undoubtedly affects draft status. […]

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. […]

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