Justin Jefferson, CeeDee Lamb, and Brandon Aiyuk have all inked new deals. Will Ja’Marr Chase get one soon?
Last week the Dallas Cowboys and CeeDee Lamb agreed to a new contract and then the San Francisco 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk agreed to a new deal. Big name receivers are getting paid, but Ja’Marr Chase has yet to strike a new deal with the Cincinnati Bengals. From the sounds of it, the Bengals are ramping up their efforts to get a deal done this week, so stay tuned for that news. Check out what the Philadelphia Eagles, Green Bay Packers, and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.
AFC EAST:
New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)
Jacoby Brissett reacts to winning Patriots starting QB job over Drake Maye – Pats Pulpit
The Patriots name Brissett their starter over rookie Drake Maye last week.
New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)
New York Jets: Rex Ryan shares his thoughts on the AFC East – Gang Green Nation
Can the Jets go to the Super Bowl this year?
Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)
91 Buffalo Bills players in 91 days: WR Keon Coleman – Buffalo Rumblings
Coleman was almost Buffalo’s first Round 1 draft choice at wideout since Sammy Watkins in 2014
AFC NORTH:
Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)
Eric DeCosta believes Ravens will have NFL’s ‘best tandem’ at tight end – Baltimore Beatdown
The duo of Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely can “create a lot of problems for opposing defensive coordinators.”
Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)
Steelers vs. Falcons odds: How odds for Week 1 have shifted since May – Behind the Steel Curtain
Here’s an updated look at the odds on the board for the Steelers’ Week 1 matchup against the Falcons.
Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)
Ja’Marr Chase Contract: Encouraging update on Bengals’ talks with hold-in WR – Cincy Jungle
Will the two sides get a deal done before Week 1? There’s some positive movement…
Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)
Browns season predictions: David Njoku leading the team and 3 more half-baked takes – Dawgs By Nature
For the Browns, new wrinkles could surprise many
AFC SOUTH:
Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)
The Value of Things: Houston Texans Final Roster Analysis – Battle Red Blog
Are Nick Caserio and DeMeco Ryans finished putting together the roster?
Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)
Titans trade Elijah Molden Chargers – Music City Miracles
It’s been a busy few days for Ran Carthon
Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)
Reacts Survey results: Jaguars fans share thoughts on EDGE unit – Big Cat Country
The results are in, and the majority of Jaguars fans are worried about the pass rush.
Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)
Colts’ Chris Ballard is sticking to his guns to the bitter end – Stampede Blue
The GM for the Colts isn’t worried about getting fired. Maybe he should be.
AFC WEST:
Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)
Looking at the average NFL rookie starting quarterback from 2010-2023 – Mile High Report
Where should we set our expectations for Bo Nix as a rookie starting QB in the modern NFL?
Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)
Chargers News: CB Asante Samuel Jr. 2024 player profile – Bolts From The Blue
Asante Samuel has recorded at least 11 pass breakups in every year since entering the NFL as a second-round draft pick by the Chargers.
Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)
Raiders 2024: Gardner Minshew, Davante Adams are keys to season – Silver And Black Pride
Las Vegas Raiders starting quarterback Gardner Minshew getting in-tune with his wide receivers is key ahead of the season opener at Los Angeles Chargers
Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)
Chiefs News: Confidence in supporting cast without Hollywood Brown – Arrowhead Pride
The Kansas City Chiefs added Hollywood Brown hoping he would be ready to play his former team, but the rest of the room has them confident. Justin Watson, Xavier Worthy and JuJu Smith-Schuster should pick up the slack.
NFC EAST:
New York Giants (via Big Blue View)
Are the Giants better in 2024? They better be – Big Blue View
This spring and summer have felt more productive — now will the work lead to wins?
Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)
Vic Fangio Defense 101: Part 4 – Runs Fits and Pressure Looks – Bleeding Green Nation
The “Fangio defense”. Named after its creator, Vic Fangio, who was recently hired as the Eagles’ defensive coordinator, this defense is known for being complex. In particular, Fangio’s defense is…
Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)
Dallas Cowboys roster: Dalvin Cook says he can produce at high level – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys pulled in Dalvin Cook to add depth to their running back room, and the veteran still has confidence in his game.
Washington Commanders (via Hogs Haven)
One thought about each player on the Commanders roster – Hogs Haven
Washington Commanders Roster
NFC NORTH:
Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)
Packers Swing for the Fences at Backup Quarterback – Acme Packing Company
I probably would have just taken the single.
Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)
Lions believe 2 rocky seasons were ‘blessing in disguise’ for Jameson Williams – Pride Of Detroit
Jameson Williams’ first 2 seasons didn’t go quite as planned. But Lions GM Brad Holmes sees where the WR is at now, and believes the turbulence was a “blessing in disguise.”
Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)
77% of NFL fans confident the Bears are headed in the right direction – Windy City Gridiron
Interesting results on the SB Nation Reacts survey this week, as these went to fans of all 32 teams.
Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)
SB Nation Reacts: Not a Lot of Confidence in the Vikings Right Now – Daily Norseman
But I guess that’s to be expected
NFC SOUTH:
New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)
Saints march into Week 1 as 4.5-point favorites against the Panthers – Canal Street Chronicles
It’s an early NFC South matchup for New Orleans’ season opener.
Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)
What has to happen on offense for the Falcons to make the playoffs in 2024? – The Falcoholic
Good health and breakout years from would-be playmakers could carry the Falcons a long way.
Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)
Monday Morning Optimist: Dave Canales got me back on the old horse – Cat Scratch Reader
Welcome back, y’all. The 2024 season is upon us. This space has existed to build hope and community for Carolina Panthers fans since our former editor James Dator started writing the MMO in 2010’s…
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)
Buccaneers Predictions: Bucs record, NFC South division standings – Bucs Nation
Bucs Nation chimes in on how Tampa Bay will look with their record and in division standings.
NFC WEST:
San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)
49ers news: Trent Williams is headed to the Bay Area to finalize a new – Niners Nation
The San Francisco 49ers All-Pro left tackle Trent Williams returned to the Bay Area overnight, and his brother posted about a potential new deal happening.
Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)
Jonathan Gannon likes what he is seeing from his defense – Revenge of the Birds
Gannon is fired up for the season and so are his players
Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)
Seahawks GM John Schneider touted as top talent evaluator, general manager in NFL survey – Field Gulls
Several NFL agents had praise for the Seahawks GM.
Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)
Aaron Donald reveals why he believes the Rams moved on from Jared Goff – Turf Show Times
The former Los Angeles defensive tackle was candid in his interview with LeSean McCoy and DeSean Jackson
