mardi 31 juillet 2018

New on SI: Report: Saints Sign Wide Receivers Michael Floyd, Brandon Tate

The Saints have reportedly added Michael Floyd and Brandon Tate.

New on SI: Spare a Moment for RGIII, Who’s Finally Enjoying Himself

New on SI: Johnny Manziel to Start For Montreal Alouettes In CFL Regular Season Debut on Friday

Manziel will face his former team, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: Tight End Primer

Tight end is still a top-heavy fantasy position, but it's also as deep as it’s been in years.

New on SI: Steve Gleason and Wife Michel Are Expecting a Second Child

Steve Gleason was diagnosed with ALS in 2011.

New on SI: The Browns Really, Really Are Tyrod Taylor’s Team. Really

The company line is that Tyrod Taylor will start, and Baker Mayfield will sit and learn. And the Browns are sticking to it

New on SI: 10 Thoughts on the 2018 Broncos, Who Have a New QB and One of the Best Defenses Around

The Broncos brought in a playoff QB and still have loads of talent on D. Can they get back to the playoffs?

New on SI: The Most Predictable Quarterback Stats

Drafting the right fantasy football quarterback can often come down to basing the decision the right statistics. Some are reliable from year to year, while others are too volatile to trust.

New on SI: Report: Vikings, Stefon Diggs Agree to Five-Year Extension

Stefon Diggs, Vikings closing in on a five-year contract extension

lundi 30 juillet 2018

New on SI: Watch: Dallas Sportscaster Calls Out Jerry Jones's Hypocrisy Regarding the National Anthem

Jerry Jones was reportedly told by the NFL to stop talking about the league's national anthem policy.

New on SI: Sam Darnold Arrives, and the Avalanche Awaits

The Jets’ rookie QB could soon be at the mercy of the typical NFL news cycle misinformation

New on SI: Richard Sherman on Jerry Jones: 'The Owner of the Dallas Cowboys, With the Old Plantation Mentality'

Richard Sherman was discussing the NFL's national anthem policy when he commented on Jerry Jones and the Cowboys' plans regarding the anthem.

New on SI: Brian Dawkins Opens Up About His Battle With Depression

One of the most fearsome safeties of the 2000's discusses battling depression during his career. 

New on SI: Full Steam Ahead for J.J. Watt, Deshaun Watson,

The Texans’ two most important players look in good form in the early days of camp. Plus notes on Clowney, the RB battle and more

New on SI: Chicago Bears Tailor Matt Nagy's New Offense to Mitchell Trubisky

Matt Nagy is drawing on his past experience to build a new offense tailored to Mitchell Trubisky and the Bears' playmakers.

New on SI: Broncos OT Garett Bolles Carted Off Field With Possible Concussion

Bolles was evaluated for a possible concussion while Brandon Marshall is being examined for a wrist injury. 

New on SI: Sam Darnold To Sign Four-Year, $30 Million Deal Ending Hold Out With Jets

Sam Darnold, is reportedly expected to sign a 4-year, $30 million contract with the Jets soon.

New on SI: Watch: Colts Host Noblesville West Middle School Shooting Survivor At Training Camp

"Ella Strong"; Colts host Noblesville West Middle School shooting survivor Ella Whistler at camp.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: Wide Receiver Primer

The wide receiver position is full of young and talented superstars, but here are five burning questions to consider before they fly off your draft board.

New on SI: Pittsburgh Steelers Training Camp Details: Location, Dates and Times

Where and when you can catch Antonio Brown and Ben Roethlisberger as Pittsburgh gears up for another playoff run. 

New on SI: New England Patriots Training Camp Details: Location, Dates and Times

When and where you can find the Patriots as they look to rebound from a loss in Super Bowl LII.

New on SI: Report: NFL Orders Jerry Jones To Stop Talking About Anthem Issue

The NFL reportedly tells Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to keep his mouth shut about the anthem issue

dimanche 29 juillet 2018

New on SI: Aaron Rodgers and the Quest to Be Like Brady

He swore off milkshakes years ago, one of many changes he’s made as he’s discovered his new motivation: be a starter at age 40. How consulting with the Patriots legend it helping Rodgers get there. Plus, looking for a Super Bowl hangover in Foxboro, how the Vikings are building an offense for Kirk Cousins, and how Matt Patricia is bringing a taste of the Patriots to Detroit, but trying not to be Bill Belichick. Plus, why a Julio Jones deal got done, why Sam Darnold’s deal should already be done, why Dalvin Cook is in for a big year and much more

New on SI: How One Team Is Making the Most of Limited Practice Time Rules

Wes Welker got down to business with the tight ends in Texans camp to maximize the teaching opportunities 

New on SI: Jarvis Landy on Miami Dolphins Culture: 'No One Appreciated S---'

Landry did not hold back about his experience in Miami.

New on SI: Vikings Press Forward in Wake of Tony Sparano's Tragic Death

The memory of Tony Sparano was present to start Vikings training camp, but the harsh reality is Minnesota must move on and shift its focus to the 2018 season. 

samedi 28 juillet 2018

New on SI: Carolina Panthers Open Camp in Search of Offensive Complement to Last Season's Dominant Defense

The Carolina Panthers enter the 2018 season with a new offensive coordinator in Norv Turner, who takes the reins in a mission to gel Cam Newton & Co. with one of the league's top defense in 2017.

New on SI: Roquan Smith's Contract Holdout Involves New Helmet Contact Rule

The Bears drafted Smith with the No. 8 overall pick.

New on SI: Report: Seahawks LT Duane Browns Agree to Three-Year Extension

Duane Brown was entering the final year of his contract this season.

New on SI: Watch: Tom Brady Leaves Interview After Question About Julian Edelman, Alex Guerrero and PEDs

Tom Brady was asked about TB12 trainer Alex Guerrero and any potential link he had with Julian Edelman's suspension.

New on SI: New Contracts Handed Out, Falcons Turn Focus to This Season

After an offseason of figuring out new deals for star players, the Falcons are all at camp and focused on the next task at hand. 

vendredi 27 juillet 2018

New on SI: Dez Bryant Calls Sean Lee a 'Snake,' Blasts Cowboys on Twitter

Free agent Dez Bryant has been linked to possibly signing a deal with the Browns.

New on SI: Cowboys QB Dak Prescott: National Anthem Is 'Not the Time or Venue' for Protest

The quarterback will stand for the national anthem, adding that NFL games are not "the time or venue" to protest. 

New on SI: Watch: Eagles Safety Malcolm Jenkins Criticizes Jerry Jones' Anthem Policy, Calls Him A "Bully"

Malcolm Jenkins had some pointed words for the owner of one NFC East rival. 

New on SI: Jaguars Finally Open a Training Camp on the Other Side of a Rebuild

As camp opens in Duval, the Jaguars are finally facing great expectations again. Plus, an undrafted rookie flashes in the secondary, a slimmed-down Fournette offers new possibilities, and a battle for standing on the WR depth chart gets underway

New on SI: Titans Tight End Delanie Walker Agrees to Two-Year, $17 Million Contract Extension

The 33-year-old tight end has played in three straight Pro Bowls. 

New on SI: Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Details: Location, Dates and Times

When and where to catch the Dallas Cowboys as they prepare for the 2018 season.

New on SI: Oft-Injured Chargers Cornerback Jason Verrett Hurt Again in Conditioning Test

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Jason Verrett has incurred another injury even before training camp begins.

New on SI: The NFL Now Frequently Outsources Independent Investigations, But Do They Really Get to the Heart of the Problem?

The NFL's outsourcing of independent investigations makes for slick and effective, if expensive, damage control. As for the rigor of the actual fact-finding, that's considerably less clear.

New on SI: Training Camp Postcard: The Packers must fix their defense

Training camp battles, storylines and more from Green Bay, including some new talent for Mike Pettine's defensive scheme.

New on SI: Falcons Ink Offensive Tackle Jake Matthews to Five-Year, $75 Million Deal

Matt Ryan's blindside will remain protected for years to come with Jake Matthews' contract extension.

New on SI: The Stadium, a Soccer Team, and Why That Statue Won’t Go Away: David Tepper’s Honeymoon Phase With the Carolina Panthers

How sports betting, cash and politics factored into that Jerry Richardson statue staying up, and why the Panthers aren’t moving, but changes are coming to their stadium, including a potential new tenant from Major League Soccer. David Tepper’s busy first month as an NFL owner

New on SI: Stephen Jones: Players to Stand for National Anthem 'If They Want to be a Dallas Cowboy'

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said in a radio interview players should stand "if they want to be a Dallas Cowboy."

New on SI: Fantasy Football Roundtable: Will Steelers, Chargers or Saints Have Best Offensive Environment?

The Steelers, Chargers and Saints will provide the fantasy community with some of its very best players this season. Which team, though, will create the best scoring environment for all its players? The SI.com and 4for4 Football Roundtable kicks around that question.

New on SI: Can Big Names Carry the Rest of the Roster? 10 Thoughts About the 2018 Texans

The Texans boast some familiar names and big talents, but the rest of the roster has question marks.

jeudi 26 juillet 2018

New on SI: And We're Off! Welcome to Training Camp

The MMQB is beginning its coast-to-coast coverage of training camp, and you're invited to ride along

New on SI: Watch: JuJu Smith-Schuster Goes Undercover as Dick's Employee to Surprise Shoppers

The Steelers wide reciever went undercover as a Dick's employee to surprise shoppers.

New on SI: Watch: Carson Wentz Says He Worked Out During His Honeymoon, Reporters' Minds Hit The Gutter

Nothing can get in the way of Carson Wentz' rehab from his ACL tear, not even his honeymoon. 

New on SI: LeSean McCoy Makes First Public Comments Since Domestic Violence Allegations From Ex-Girlfriend

Bills running back LeSean McCoy addressed allegations of domestic violence at training camp on Thursday [tk]

New on SI: Jameis Winston Asks Fans to Keep Supporting Him in First Media Session Since Suspension

Jameis Winston asked fans to continue their support of him and the team.

New on SI: Andrew Luck May Be Back, But Can the Indianapolis Defense Keep Up? 10 Thoughts on the 2018 Colts

New head coach Frank Reich is ready to bring Luck back up to speed, but even if the QB snaps back to his previous star form, will the Colts’ defense be good enough to make a contender?

New on SI: John Mara: Giants Ready to Begin Contract Negotiations With Odell Beckham Jr.

With a new coach and general manager at the helm, the Giants are ready to enter contract talks with Odell Beckham Jr.  

New on SI: New Tottenham Stadium May Not Be Ready For Seahawks vs. Raiders Game

Raiders vs. Seahawks in London could reportedly move to Wembley if new Tottenham Stadium isn't ready.

New on SI: Report: Khalil Mack, Jon Gruden Haven't Spoken Since January, Holdout Begins

The Khalil Mack, Jon Gruden relationship has gotten off to an icy start in Oakland. 

New on SI: How Does The NFL's PUP List Work? Rules Explained

Find out what it means when an NFL player is sent to the PUP list.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: Why Your League Should Embrace the Superflex Format

Adopting the superflex format will make quarterbacks matter more, making your league more competitive and fun.

New on SI: Browns Bet Big on the Slot With Jarvis Landry

Desperate to turn its fortunes around, the Cleveland Browns traded for Jarvis Landry, who mostly plays out of the slot, and then paid him big ($47 million guaranteed). Critics abound, but Landry is out to prove that the gamble on an inside receiver was worth it.

New on SI: How Will New Offensive Coordinator Mike McCoy Shape the Cardinals' Offense?

Mike McCoy is a big part of the new coaching staff in Arizona. What can his past as a playcaller tell us about how Arizona's offense will look this season?

New on SI: Which Jon Gruden Are the Raiders Getting? Ex-Bucs Players Weigh In on What to Expect

Former Bucs players recall Jon Gruden as a brilliant, driven but unpredictable and divisive personality. Will his approach change in Oakland?

mercredi 25 juillet 2018

New on SI: Todd Gurley, the Rams and Why It All Makes Sense

The Rams are rapidly locking up key pieces to a long-term contender, and everyone seems happy about it

New on SI: Report: Julio Jones, Falcons Working on Contract Dispute

Receiver Julio Jones and the Falcons are working to resolve an ongoing contract dispute that has led Jones to consider pulling a no-show at the team's training camp.

New on SI: Giants GM Dave Gettleman's Cancer In Remission

Some great news for the Giants GM.

New on SI: Jerry Jones Said Cowboys Players Required to Stand on Field for the National Anthem

Jones made the announcement at the Cowboys' training camp on Wednesday.

New on SI: Report: Aaron Donald To Miss Start of Rams Training Camp for Second Consecutive Season

After offensive teammates Brandin Cooks and Todd Gurley inked big deals, Aaron Donald will skip the start of training camp as he awaits a contract extension.

New on SI: Bill Belichick Remains Quiet on Malcolm Butler's Super Bowl Benching

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick refused to answer questions about Malcolm Butler's benching in last year's Super Bowl.

New on SI: Dolphins Owner Stephen Ross Is Going All-In Bringing European Soccer to the States

American sports fans want to see the best, and Stephen Ross has expanded his business by bringing the best soccer in the world to the States.

New on SI: 'No Evidence of Cancer' In Jim Kelly's Latest MRI and CT Scans

Bills HOF QB Jim Kelly is cancer free once again, his wife Jill announced on social media. 

New on SI: Report: Browns Have Discussed Bringing in Dez Bryant, Who Remains Unsigned

Browns reportedly discussed bringing in former Cowboys WR and three-time Pro Bowler Dez Bryant. 

New on SI: Jalen Ramsey Is the Best Cornerback in Football. Now What?

It took only two seasons for the Jaguars cover man to ascend to superstar status. 2018 will bring bigger expectations and a bigger stage, and Ramsey isn’t about to shy away from the challenge

New on SI: Report: Earl Thomas Will Not Report to Seahawks Training Camp

As Richard Sherman suits up in San Francisco, another Legion of Boom member won't be at the start of Seahawks training camp.

New on SI: Sam Darnold Expected to Sign Four-Year, $30.25 Million Deal, Bills Sign Josh Allen

Sam Darnold, the only rookie QB still unsigned, is reportedly expected to sign a contract with the Jets soon.

New on SI: Watch: Eagles Center Jason Kelce Plays Saxophone With Philadelphia Orchestra

It was part of a special Eagles-themed performance. 

New on SI: 10 Thoughts on the 2018 Giants, Who Are Primed to Bounce Back From 3-13

The Giants boast some dynamic talent, and should be much closer to their 2016 version than last year's 3-13 team.

New on SI: Rob Gronkowski Comes Clean About Retirement Talk, Patriots Drama and Expectations for 2018

After an offseason of uncertainty, the game’s best tight end says he refreshed and ready for training camp to start

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: Defense and Special Teams Primer

Defense is the least important position in fantasy football. Here are some things to keep in mind before you draft.

New on SI: Club Rehab: How Five Eagles Players Leaned on Each Other Through the Arduous Recovery Process

When the Eagles won Super Bowl LII, often lost in the narrative is how the team won it all with five of its best players sidelined with injuries. We get an inside look at how Carson Wentz, Jason Peters, Jordan Hicks, Darren Sproles and Chris Maragos bonded together through their rehab.

New on SI: What Can Brian Schottenheimer's Past Tell Us About the Seahawks' Future?

After seven years of coaching continuity on the offensive side of the ball, the Seahawks replaced Darrell Bevell with Brian Schottenheimer this offseason. An examination of his previous nine years as an OC in the NFL provides a sneak peak into what the Seahawks' offense will look like this season.

New on SI: Ex-Players Named In Another Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Filed Against NFL Network

Michael Irvin, Eric Davis named in second sexual harassment lawsuit against NFL Network

mardi 24 juillet 2018

New on SI: No. 1 Draft Pick Baker Mayfield Agrees to Reported Four-Year, $32.68M Deal With Browns

The Browns and rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield agreed to a four-year contract.

New on SI: Steelers' Ryan Shazier Expecting Baby With Fiancee

Shazier shared the good news on Twitter on Tuesday.

New on SI: With Todd Gurley's Contract Extension, a New Market for Running Backs Emerges in the NFL

Running backs have historically earned less on average because of the perception that their NFL careers were shorter and injury risk higher. But Todd Gurley's historic extension sets a new standard for RBs.

New on SI: Jimmy Garoppolo Chose His Agent Because of Tom Brady

Jimmy Garoppolo modeled his career after his idol, Tom Brady.

New on SI: Jimmy Garoppolo Still Uses a Tom Brady Catchphrase in the Huddle

Jimmy G clearly picked up a few lessons from Brady.

New on SI: Bill Belichick Texted Jimmy Garoppolo After Every Win With the 49ers

Belichick and Garoppolo have clearly maintained their relationship.

New on SI: Report: Todd Gurley Agrees to Four-Year Extension With Rams That Includes $45 Million Guaranteed

Todd Gurley has 3,296 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns in three years with the Rams.

New on SI: Report: Chargers Rookie Derwin James Robbed at Gunpoint Last Month

The Chargers first-round pick was reportedly robbed at gunpoint last month after leaving a Los Angeles restaurant with his uncle. 

New on SI: Report: Patriots Shopping Wide Receiver Malcolm Mitchell

Patriots wideout Malcolm Mitchell tallied six catches for New England in Super Bowl LI. Now, he may be on his way out

New on SI: Why The Timing Isn't Right For an Aaron Rodgers Contract Extension

NFL contract extensions come down to leverage and timing. Our business of football expert explains why that works against a new deal for Aaron Rodgers.

New on SI: Will Baker Mayfield Take Over the Starting Job in Cleveland? 10 Thoughts on the 2018 Browns

After a handful of strong moves this offseason, things are trending in the right direction for the team that has one win in the last two seasons.

New on SI: Top 10 Quarterbacks in Football for 2018

The position as a whole is as strong as it's been in years, and offenses are getting more and more creative. We talk Baker Mayfield, Nick Foles, Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson, Jimmy Garoppolo, and unveil the top 10 quarterbacks in football heading into the 2018 season

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: Running Back Primer

A breakout candidate, a sleeping giant and a committee that's not worth it. Five burning questions before drafting a fantasy running back.

New on SI: Report: Julio Jones Not Reporting To Falcons Camp; Wants Contract Adjustment

Julio Jones is set to make $10.5 million this season; ranks 6th in salary among wide receivers

New on SI: “A Bit of Brady”: How Jimmy Garoppolo Copied the G.O.A.T.—Then Escaped His Shadow

You’ve heard this one before. Under the radar. Overlooked by everyone except a certain New England coach. Impeccable mechanics, with a quick mind and a quick release. Not to mention those cover boy looks. Now that the Niners’ QB is off on his own, he has plenty to live up to

lundi 23 juillet 2018

New on SI: Connor Barwin Is the Latest Free Agent to Sign. Who's Still on the Market?

The New York Giants scoop up Connor Barwin in the latest free-agent signing. Who will be next? Keep an eye on Bashaud Breeland and Dez Bryant, among others.

New on SI: Jimmy Garopollo Believed He Could Compete Against Tom Brady For Patriots' Starting QB Job

Jimmy Garapollo's confidence level was high as Tom Brady's back up.

New on SI: Jimmy Garopollo Believed He Could Compete Against Tom Brady

Some strong words from Garopollo.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: QB Primer

In a golden age of quarterback play, fantasy owners have many options at the position. Here are five burning questions to consider before draft day.

New on SI: Odell Beckham Jr. Will Report To Giants Training Camp On Time

Beckham Jr. will not hold out.

New on SI: Josh Gordon Will Not Attend Start of Browns Training Camp

Josh Gordon announces he will miss start of Browns training camp, placed on non-football illness reserve list

New on SI: "What's the Next Thing?" Matt Nagy, Bears Focused on Staying a Step Ahead

Training camps have kicked off—for Chicago and Baltimore at least—and that's exactly where we're starting this week. The Bears have a new head coach who's embracing being open-minded this season, drawing from all levels of football to keep ahead of the game and figure out what's next. Plus, the Ravens have a bevy of young players who are expected to step into huge roles this season, looking back on Darrelle Revis's (Hall of Fame?) career with the man who drafted him, remembering Tony Sparano and much more.

vendredi 20 juillet 2018

New on SI: Donald Trump Suggests Players Kneeling for Anthem Should Be Suspended for Entire Season

The president suggested NFL players should be suspended for the season with no pay if they kneel during the national anthem.

New on SI: Jaguars' Dante Fowler Suspended One Game For Violating NFL's Personal Conduct Policy

The NFL has suspended the Jaguars DE for one game without pay for violating the league's personal conduct policy.

New on SI: Virginia Halas McCaskey, Chicago Bears

Learn more about how Chicago Bears owner Virginia Halas McCaskey, including how she made her wealth, education and more.

New on SI: David Tepper, Carolina Panthers

Learn more about David Tepper, the new owner of the Carolina Panthers, including how he made his wealth, education and more.

New on SI: Owner Stephen Ross: Dolphins 'Haven't Made a Decision' on National Anthem Policy

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross called the Dolphins' current national anthem policy a "placeholder."

New on SI: Kim and Terry Pegula, Buffalo Bills

Learn more about Kim and Terry Pegula, including how they made their wealth, education and more.

New on SI: Colts GM: Quarterback Andrew Luck Is 'Good to Go' for Training Camp

Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is “good to go” for training camp.

New on SI: Steve Bisciotti, Baltimore Ravens

Learn more about Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti, including how he made his wealth, education and more.

New on SI: Arthur Blank, Atlanta Falcons

Learn more about Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank, including how he made his wealth, education and more.

New on SI: How Not to Lose Your Fantasy Football League in the First Round of Your Draft

There's a familiar adage in fantasy football: You can't win your league in the first round, but you can lose it. We're here to help make sure you don't lose your league in the first round.

New on SI: A Learning Experience of a Lifetime: Andy Benoit’s Week Without Football in Kenya

The MMQB's Andy Benoit stepped out of his comfort zone (and away from watching football tape) as he traveled across the world to Kenya. He describes the highlights of his once-in-a-lifetime trip.

New on SI: Watch: Rob Gronkowski Goes Swimming With Sharks in Bahamas

Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski took a dive in the deep end instead of the endzone.

New on SI: How Will Todd Haley's Tendencies Affect the Browns' Fantasy Football Production?

New Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator is a known commodity in the football world. A pass-first playcaller with a reputation for being aggressive through the air, his tendencies will dramatcially alter the fantasy football value of every player on the Browns' offense.

New on SI: Report: Julian Edelman Will Not Sue NFL Over Four-Game Suspension

Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman will reportedly not follow Tom Brady's example and sue the league over his four-game suspension.

New on SI: ‘Fifty Years to Life’: Jerry Glanville Just Can’t Quit Football

The legendary Man in Black has coached at stops ranging from the NFL’s Oilers and Falcons to the University of the Incarnate Word. The mastermind of the stingiest defense in NFL history, and one of the game’s most colorful and iconoclastic coaches, is still at it at age 76, obsessing over schemes and formations with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the CFL. ‘My goal,’ he says, ‘would be to drop dead on a practice field, running a blitz’

New on SI: Mitchell Trubisky Reflects On His Rookie Season and His Lessons Learned

Chicago Bears second-year QB Mitchell Trubisky looks back at his rookie season, how his time at UNC prepared him to start the season on the bench and how he can make a leap in Matt Nagy's new offense.

jeudi 19 juillet 2018

New on SI: NFL, NFLPA Issue Joint Statement on National Anthem Policy

"No new rules relating to the anthem will be issued or enforced for the next several weeks while these confidential discussions are ongoing," the statement said.

New on SI: Training Camps Are Beginning, and the Hysteria Around the NFL's Anthem Policy Is Building

It's the eve of NFL training camps, and of course, all of the attention is off the field as the Miami Dolphins' rulebook is leaked to the media, revealing that not standing during the national anthem could be a reason for a fine or suspension. 

New on SI: Watch: Cleveland Browns Parody 'The Office'

The Browns may have finished 0–16 last season, but the team has won the summer with a parody of The Office.

New on SI: NFL's Female Owners Are Changing the Narrative as They Continue to Gain Power, Influence

Women are in the minority when it comes to the club of NFL ownership, but the ones who do have a seat at the table are making it count—and helping to pave the way for future female leaders in the league.

New on SI: How Often Do Top-12 Running Backs and Wide Receivers Repeat the Following Season?

The previous season's stars always end up as high fantasy football draft picks, but how often do they justify that standing? An in-depth look at the consistency trends among fantasy football's top-12 running backs and wide recievers from year to year.

New on SI: Report: Falcons Won't Give Julio Jones New Deal Before Season

Jones is in the second season of a five-year, $71 million deal

mercredi 18 juillet 2018

New on SI: Le’Veon Bell Is Right, and So Are the Steelers

A deeper look at the running back market after Bell and the Steelers failed to reach an agreement for a second straight year, and what that means for David Johnson, Todd Gurley and other backs. Plus, mailbag questions on the best rookie RBs not named Saquon Barkley, Roquan Smith’s rookie of the year candidacy, some remaining free agents and much more

New on SI: Watch: Jim Kelly Says 'I Will Keep Fighting Til the End' in Emotional ESPY Speech

Bills great Jim Kelly was honored with the Jimmy V Award at the ESPYs on Wednesday night.

New on SI: Titans' Jurrell Casey on National Anthem Protests: 'I'm Going to Take my Fine'

Titans defensive lineman Jurrell Casey plans to protest during national anthem and pay the necessary fine.

New on SI: Darrelle Revis Changed the NFL as Both a Player and a Businessman

As Darrelle Revis walks away after 11 seasons in the NFL, it's clear that he changed the game when it comes to negotiating contracts, putting the pressure on GMs and execs as he refused to play for anything less than his perceived value.

New on SI: NFL Training Camps Start Dates and Locations For All Teams

Here's when all 32 teams will report for training camp.

New on SI: How Bob McNair Is Shaping His Reputation as an NFL Owner

Texans owner Bob McNair has found himself at the center of a few sticky controversies as of late. How will these have an impact on his influence as an NFL owner?

New on SI: Darrelle Revis Announces Retirement After 11 Standout Seasons with Jets, Chiefs, Patriots

Revis Island shuts it down after 11 NFL seasons

New on SI: Steelers Superstar Antonio Brown Lands on Cover of ‘Madden 19’

The NFL’s most explosive receiver is the face of this year’s Madden game.

New on SI: How Will New Head Coach Pat Shurmur Affect the Giants' Offense?

After helping turn last year's Minnesota Vikings into a surprising offensive juggernaut, Pat Shurmur is getting another chance at the top job, taking over a New York Giants team that has disappointed the last two years. How will his scheme and play-calling tendencies shape the 2018 Giants?

New on SI: The Eagles’ Brotherhood of Blockers

We sat in with the Eagles O-line, the most influential position unit of 2017, as they reflected on their Super Bowl season and looked ahead to 2018 

New on SI: Dallas Cowboys Are World's Most Valuable Sports Team

The Dallas Cowboys again top Forbes most valuable teams list

New on SI: John Mara, Steve Tisch, New York Giants

Learn about New York Giants owners John Mara and Steve Tisch, including how they made their wealth, education and more.

New on SI: Gayle Benson, New Orleans Saints

Learn about New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson, including how she made her wealth, her education and more.

New on SI: Robert Kraft, New England Patriots

Learn about New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Zygi Wilf, Mark Wilf, Leonard Wilf, Minnesota Vikings

Learn about Minnesota Vikings owners Zygi Wilf, Mark Wilf and Leonard Wilf, including how they made their wealth, their education and more.

New on SI: NFL Ownership Power Ladder: How the League’s Most Influential Owners Achieved Their Status

Some NFL owners are front and center when their teams are in the spotlight, while others remain in the shadows—and prefer it that way. How do power-climbers make their way up the tiers?

New on SI: Stephen M. Ross, Miami Dolphins Owner

Learn about Miami Dolphins owner Stephen M. Ross, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Stan Kroenke, Los Angeles Rams

Learn about Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Alex Spanos, Los Angeles Chargers Owner

Learn about Los Angeles Chargers owner Alex Spanos, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Arizona Cardinals TE Ricky Seals-Jones Charged With Assault

Cardinals tight end Ricky Seals-Jones facing assault charges after fight with hotel staff

mardi 17 juillet 2018

New on SI: Cardinals GM Steve Keim Suspended Five Weeks, Fined After Pleading Guilty to DUI

Cardinals general manager Steve Keim has been suspended for five weeks and fined $200,000 after he pleaded guilty Tuesday in Arizona to extreme DUI.

New on SI: Report: Brent Musburger May Be the New Voice of the Oakland Raiders

After retiring from play-by-play broadcasting in 2017, Brent Musburger may be coming back to the booth as the voice of the Oakland Raiders.

New on SI: Brandin Cooks Signs Five-Year Extension With Rams Three Months After Being Traded by Patriots

Brandin Cooks had 1,082 yards and seven touchdowns on 65 catches for the Patriots last season.

New on SI: Cowboys DE Randy Gregory Reinstated on Conditional Basis Following Suspension

 Randy Gregory has been reinstated on a conditional basis following year-long suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy.  

New on SI: Clark Hunt, Kansas City Chiefs

Learn about Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Shahid Khan, Jacksonville Jaguars

Learn about Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shahid Khan, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Dan Snyder, Washington Redskins

Learn about Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Amy Adams Strunk, Tennessee Titans

Learn about Tennessee Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts

Learn about Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Bryan Glazer, Edward Glazer, Joel Glazer, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Learn about Tampa Bay Buccaneers owners Bryan, Edward and Joel Glazer, including how they made their wealth, their education and more.

New on SI: Paul Allen, Seattle Seahawks

Learn about Seattle Seahawks owner Paul Allen, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Top 10 Cornerbacks in Football for 2018

Why are so many first- and second-year cornerbacks dominating in the NFL? What does Richard Sherman have left in the tank? And we unveil our ranking of the top 10 CBs in football today—settling the three-way battle between Peterson, Ramsey and Rhodes

New on SI: Report: Rob Gronkowski Expected To Report for Patriots Training Camp Despite Contract Talks

The All-Pro tight end will report for work next week in Foxboro, MA despite ongoing contract negotiations. 

New on SI: Robert C. McNair, Houston Texans

Learn more about Houston Texas Owner Robert C. McNair, including how they made their wealth, education and more.

New on SI: The Family Ownership Dramas That Roil the NFL

  Vaulting ambitions, shifting allegiances, dynastic dreams—like any high-stakes family business, NFL team ownership can be riven by rivalries, competition and succession struggles. In an era of soaring franchise values and intense public scrutiny, internal feuds that foster instability and uncertainty remain a major headache for the league

New on SI: Green Bay Packers Inc., Owners of Green Bay Packers

Learn about the shareholders of Green Bay Packers Inc., the group of people who own a stake in the Green Bay Packers. 

New on SI: Jed York, Denise Debartolo York, John York, San Francisco 49ers

Learn about the San Francisco 49ers' owners Jed York, Denise Debartolo York and John York, including how they made their wealth, their education and more.

New on SI: Characteristics of an Early-Round Bust

Predicting which early-round picks will turn into busts may not be as hard as it seems. From unrealisitc expectations to bad offensive environments, running backs and receivers that have flopped in recent years have some shared traits. Knowing those can help fantasy owners avoid this year's biggest bust candidates.

New on SI: Art Rooney II, Pittsburgh Stelers

Learn about Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Jeffrey Lurie, Philadelphia Eagles

Learn about Philadelphia Eagles owner Jefrey Lurie, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Seahawks' Earl Thomas: Extend Contract Or Trade Me

Seahawks safety Earl Thomas sends ultimatum: Extend contract or trade me

lundi 16 juillet 2018

New on SI: Saints' Mitchell Loewen Helps Save Man After Car Fell From Fourth Floor of a Parking Garage

The defensive end was enjoying brunch with his family when a car fell from the fourth floor of a parking garage into the street.

New on SI: Packers' Finances Show Teams Received $255.9 Million in National Revenue for 2017

Green Bay received $255.9 million in national revenue, which is up 4.9% from the previous season.

New on SI: What If the NFL's Franchise Tag Was Abolished?

Le'Veon Bell and the Steelers once again failed to agree to a long-term deal, all but guaranteeing this will be the running back's last season in black and yellow. The debate brings up an interesting question—what if players demanded the NFL do away with the franchise tag?

New on SI: Mark Davis, Oakland Raiders

Learn about Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Woody Johnson, New York Jets

Learn about New York Jets owner Woody Johnson, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: If Le'Veon Bell Can't Secure a Long-Term Contract, What RB Can?

The Steelers and Le'Veon Bell couldn't agree on a long-term contract and the top RB will likely hit free agency in 2019, which doesn't bode well for the next wave of top running backs. 

New on SI: Report: Le'Veon Bell to Play on $14.5 Million Franchise Tag, Likely Hold Out

Bell and the Steelers were not able to come to terms on a long-term extension.

New on SI: Bill Bidwill, Arizona Cardinals

Learn about Arizona Cardinals owner Bill Bidwill, including how he made his wealth, his education and more.

New on SI: Photos: Eagles QB Carson Wentz Got Married Over The Weekend

Carson Wentz added another ring to his collection. 

New on SI: The Definitive Guide to Each and Every NFL Owner

Ever wonder about the men and women at the top of your favorite NFL franchise? The MMQB's NFL Owners Guide gives you everthing you need to know

New on SI: Report: Le'Veon Bell May Sit Out First Half of Season

Bell has until 4 p.m. ET on Monday to agree to a long-term deal with the Steelers.

New on SI: Aaron Rodgers’s Two Biggest Fears Are Heights and Sharks

Defensive ends are presumably third on the list. 

New on SI: The Evolution of Fantasy Football Draft Strategy at the Quarterback Position

Conventional wisdom in fantasy circles says that you wait as long as you possibly can before grabbing a quarterback in your draft. That hasn't always been the case.

vendredi 13 juillet 2018

New on SI: Former Cowboys, Titans RB DeMarco Murray Retires After Seven Seasons

DeMarco Murray, 2014's NFL Offensive Player of the Year, retires after seven NFL seasons.

New on SI: Making Fantasy Football Sense of This Year's Rookie Running Backs

The 2018 rookie running back class isn't just Saquon Barkley. Rashaad Penny and Derrius Guice are just two of the other rookie running backs fantasy owners need to know on draft day.

New on SI: An NFL Fan’s Viewing Guide to the 2019 College Football Season

Carve out some time each Saturday—just one game per week—to check out the top prospects for next spring’s NFL draft

New on SI: Ex-Giants Coach Ben McAdoo Talks Division, Rips Offensive Line

Ex-Giants coach Ben McAdoo gave his first public comments since being fired in December for a disastrous season.

jeudi 12 juillet 2018

New on SI: Cam, AB and Opponents Who Team Up for Summer Workouts

A look at the trend of players from different teams getting together to prepare for training camp

New on SI: Kellen Winslow Jr. Charged With Raping 17-Year-Old in 2003

The charge was added Thursday as Winslow was ordered to stand trial on charges of kidnapping and raping two women earlier this year.

New on SI: Everything We Know About the Allegations Against LeSean McCoy

An ex-girlfriend’s troubling accusations revolve around the residence of the Bills running back.  

New on SI: J.J. Watt Donates $10K to Help Fallen Firefighter's Family

Capt. Cory Barr leaves behind a wife and 3-year-old twin daughters after dying in an explosion Tuesday evening in Wisconsin.

New on SI: FanDuel to Open New Jersey Sportsbook Near MetLife Stadium

The sportsbook will open on Saturday at Meadowlands Racetrack, which is down the street from MetLife Stadium.

New on SI: Like It or Not, College Football Is Influencing the NFL

The NFL and college football are different brands of the game, but recently pro coaches are opening up to utilizing more college concepts—just look at the number of people who want to talk to Lincoln Riley. What other college trends should the NFL watch for this season?

New on SI: Could Gareon Conley Legally Prove That Rape Allegation Caused Draft Slide, Financial Harm?

Gareon Conley, the Raiders’ 2017 first-round pick, contends that reputation-damaging sexual assault accusations caused him to fall in the draft and lose lucrative endorsement deals. Could he prove damages based off the allegation after countersuing the accuser?

New on SI: Fantasy Football Players Who are More Valuable in PPR Leagues

There are significant differences between standard and PPR fantasy football leagues. These are the players you should bump way up your cheat sheets if your league awards points for every reception.

New on SI: Who Are the Defensive Linemen Expected to Dominate the 2019 NFL Draft?

Forget quarterbacks—this year NFL scouts will be drooling over the plethora of defensive linemen entering the 2019 draft. And before you start lamenting how boring that position can be, consider that each recent Super Bowl champion boasted at least one.

New on SI: Terrell Owens Won't Be Mentioned Much At Hall of Fame Induction, Gold Jacket To Be Mailed

Pro Football Hall of Fame says they won't individually honor Terrell Owens, but will mail him gold jacket

New on SI: Fantasy Football's Most Undervalued Receivers for 2018

Every NFL season produces a handful of wide receivers who surprise us in fantasy leagues. These five are among the best bets for 2018.

mercredi 11 juillet 2018

New on SI: Lawsuit Accuses Jaguars' Marcell Dareus of Sexual Assault, Giving Woman STD

A Texas woman is accusing Jaguars defensive tackle Marcell Dareus of sexual assault and giving her a sexually transmitted disease.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018: The Boring All-Star Team

No one in your fantasy football league is going to congratulate you for taking any of these players, but you'll be happy you have them once the season starts. These are your boring all-stars for the 2018 fantasy football season.

New on SI: Potential Legal Ramifications of the Disturbing Accusations Against LeSean McCoy

LeSean McCoy was accused of domestic violence, home invasion, child abuse, animal abuse and use of illegal steroids over Instagram. What are the next steps for law enforcement and the Bills running back?

New on SI: High-Risk, High-Reward Players for the 2018 Fantasy Football Season

The early-middle rounds of fantasy football drafts are filled with potential, and fraught with risk. All six of these players have the power to make or break your fantasy team this season.

New on SI: Report: Former Rams Head Coach Jeff Fisher In Talks For FOX Sports Analyst Gig

The former Rams head coach could be on his way to the broadcasting booth.

New on SI: Report: Atlanta Airport Employee Arrested After Fight With Adam 'Pacman' Jones

It has not been a good few days for the NFL.

New on SI: Attorney: Man Who Attacked LeSean McCoy's Ex-Girlfriend Demanded Jewelry

More information is being released surrounding LeSean McCoy's involvement in the attack on his ex-girlfriend.

New on SI: 2019 NFL Mock Draft: A Very Early Look at the Potential Top 10 Picks

The college football season has yet to start, but it’s never too soon to look ahead to the 2019 NFL draft. An early takeaway: Teams that need defensive linemen are in luck.

New on SI: NFL and College Football Are Not the Same Game

The college game has its charms, but for those who love the strategy of the game, NFL football—thanks to roster sizes, familiar names, uniforms, overtime rules and, most of all, field dimensions—is unbeatable

mardi 10 juillet 2018

New on SI: Report: Cardinals General Manager Steve Keim Lied About Identity During DUI Stop

Cardinals general manager Steve Keim reportedly misidentified himself when he was cited for driving under the influence on the Fourth of July. 

New on SI: Former NFL Player Brandon Browner Charged With Attempted Murder After Arrest

Browner was arrested on July 8 after breaking into a California residence.

New on SI: Jerry Richardson's Hubris Remains Immortalized in His Statue

Even though his sale of the Panthers is final, Jerry Richardson's likeness will linger—in the form of his massive statue. New Panthers owner David Tepper announced that it will, in fact, remain in front of Bank of America Stadium.

New on SI: New Panthers Owner David Tepper 'Contractually Obligated' to Keep Jerry Richardson Statue

David Tepper has no choice in the matter on whether or not Jerry Richardson's statue will remain outside Bank of America Stadium.

New on SI: How NFL and NBA Contracts Differ, and What NFL Players Can Do to Change It

NBA players have full guarantees, NFL players have... the franchise tag. Here's how NFL players, agents and their union can earn contracts closer in line with their NFL counterparts.

New on SI: Top 10 Defensive Linemen in Football for 2018

A ranking of the 10 best players at football's deepest position, plus a look at how the Donald-Suh tandem will function, whether it's wiser to build like the Jaguars or the Patriots, handicapping the Defensive Player of the Year field and more

New on SI: LeSean McCoy Denies Allegations Of Domestic Violence, PED Use In Graphic Instagram Post

A friend of McCoy's girlfriend shared a graphic image of his attack on Instagram.

New on SI: NFLPA Files Grievance Over NFL's New National Anthem Policy

The NFLPA will meet with the NFL soon about a solution. 

New on SI: Which Quarterbacks Will Rise to the Top of the 2019 NFL Draft Class?

Historically the NFL has gravitated toward a certain type of quarterback, propping up a handful of college passers before the start of the season. But this year is different—there's not a group of clear first-round draft prospects at the position, which may cause NFL teams to shift how they evaluate the position.

lundi 9 juillet 2018

New on SI: Flag Football, CFL and Making the Most of Football’s Dog Days

How to pass the time as we count the days to the 2018 NFL season

New on SI: Cowboys' Marquez White Arrested on Gun Charge in Connection With 'Road Rage Incident'

The Cowboys cornerback was arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, which is a second-degree felony.

New on SI: Jerry Richardson Bids Farewell and COO Resigns as Panthers Sale Becomes Complete

While Jerry Richardson said goodbye to Panthers fans as the sale of the team became finalized, the COO resigned.

New on SI: Giants' AJ Francis Rips TSA for Spilling His Mother's Ashes in his Luggage

The defensive tackle was extremely unhappy with TSA.

New on SI: Trump Has Made the NFL His Punching Bag. The League’s Best Response Is to Resist

The President’s latest anti-NFL rant shows he has no intention of depoliticizing football. Irish history offers a lesson in how the league could—and surely won’t—fight back 

vendredi 6 juillet 2018

New on SI: David Johnson Is No. 2, Be Patient and Wait for Luck and Mahomes, the Non-Saquon Rookie You Want

Plus, tight ends to target, a couple of face-melting sleepers, why this is the year for DeVante Parker oh my God I swear it’s true, how to DOMINATE!!! your draft, why your fantasy football playoff system is dumb, and why you have to stop asking other people to set your lineup for you

New on SI: Report: Former NFL Lineman Barry Cofield Arrested for Heroin Possession, DUI

The former Giants and Redskins player was arrested on Tuesday in Seminole County.

New on SI: Gillette Stadium to Host Marathon Inside for Charity

It will be the first Boston Marathon qualifier run entirely in a NFL stadium.

New on SI: Hunter S. Thompson Wanted Colts Owner Jim Irsay to Draft Ryan Leaf Over Peyton Manning

Hunter S. Thompson told Colts owner Jim Irsay to draft Leaf over Peyton Manning in the 1998 NFL draft.

New on SI: Old Faces in New Places: Fantasy Football Impact of the Biggest Offseason Moves

After a hectic offseason packed with trades and free-agency signings, how will the biggest moves (Kirk Cousins to the Vikings and Alex Smith to the Redskins just to name a few) impact the fantasy football landscape?

jeudi 5 juillet 2018

New on SI: Reuben Foster Headlines the NFL's Week in Suspensions

The league suspended 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster two games for violations of both its personal conduct and substance abuse policies

New on SI: Jaguars' Leonard Fournette Offers to Pay LSU Student's Tuition

Fournette offered to pay the tuition of his former trainer at LSU.

New on SI: Report: Raiders' Gareon Conley Files Countersuit Against Rape Accuser

Conley claims that the rape allegations against him cost him millions of dollars and an endorsement deal with Nike.

New on SI: Janoris Jenkins on Roosevelt Rene's Death: 'It Truly Hurts My Heart'

Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins issued a statement about his "good friend" who was found dead in Jenkins's New Jersey residence.

New on SI: Famous Judge Wishes Falcons Rookie Ito Smith 'Long and Healthy Career'

Falcons rookie Ito Smith got his name from the judge of the O.J Simpson murder trial with a little help from his older cousin.

New on SI: Fantasy Football Preseason Reports: A Scout’s Take on Every Team

You want the truth? Can you handle the truth? If so, then plunge ahead and pay close attention as an NFL insider offers his unfiltered opinions on the skill players and schemes of every offense in the league.

mardi 3 juillet 2018

New on SI: Report: Patriots Wide Receiver Julian Edelman's Suspension Appeal Denied

Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman's suspension appeal was reportedly denied Tuesday.

New on SI: 49ers LB Reuben Foster Suspended for Two Games

Foster violated the NFL's conduct and substances of abuse policies.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018 Sleepers: Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Eli Manning

Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham Jr. and Evan Engram are highly regarded by fantasy football owners, so make sure you're not sleeping on their quarterback, Eli Manning.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018 Busts: Will Leonard Fournette, Kareem Hunt Meet Expectations?

The expectations for Leonard Fournette and Kareem Hunt, among other players, are soaring this preseason, so fantasy football owners should be wary when drafting them.

New on SI: Fantasy Football 2018 Breakouts: Can Patrick Mahomes Make the Leap?

Andy Reid has faith in Pat Mahomes, and fantasy football owners should too.

New on SI: Colin Kaepernick Honored With National Education Association's President's Award

The honor was bestowed on Kaepernick at the National Education Association's Human and Civil Rights Awards.

New on SI: Terrell Owens To Give Hall of Fame Speech At Alma Mater

T.O. to celebrate Hall of Fame induction at UT–Chattanooga on Aug. 4.

New on SI: Mark Moseley, Last of the Straight-On Kickers

The only pure placekicker ever to be named MVP of the NFL, the Redskins Super Bowl winner is now kicking back as a top exec at Five Guys