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The Los Angeles Chargers appeared in a recent NFL trade buzz involving Seattle Seahawks wideout DK Metcalf. Granted, this trade buzz was just an anonymous NFL executive throwing something around. But it does add up to the obvious: The Chargers need help throughout the offense to better space things out for Ladd McConkey. RELATED: NFL executives predict Chargers will pull off blockbuster WR tradeAs random and bizarre as it may seem, Chargers fans undoubtedly loved it and it appears at least one current player saw it and liked it as well. Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley launched on Instagram and shared…

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Tom Brady is the latest person to enter the discussion regarding referee calls regarding Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.Brady, 47, explained that the onus should be on the quarterback to protect himself.“When quarterbacks become running backs and they’re out of the pocket, they should lose their protection,” Brady said during a recent appearance on FOX Sports’ “The Herd.”CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Announcer Tom Brady looks on before an NFC wild card game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers at Lincoln Financial Field. (Bill Streicher-Imagn Images)”We’re trying to protect the quarterbacks, but coaches…

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JANUARY 5: Head coach Dan Quinn of the Washington Commanders celebrates after defeating the Dallas Cowboys 23-19 at AT&T Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)Each year, the Associated Press and the NFL determine which coaches outperformed their counterparts enough to win the prestigious Coach of the Year award. Earlier today, the AP released a list of head coach and assistant head coach finalists for this award, and Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn was on the list. x.com Quinn is in his first season as head coach of the Commanders,…

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After a turbulent season in which he was reportedly placed on the trading block, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp could be changing teams this offseason.And according to a new report According to Maurice Moton of Bleacher Report, the Dallas Cowboys are one of the top potential landing spots for Kupp if that happens.“The Rams discussed with teams the possibility of flipping Kupp for a second-round pick before the Nov. 5 trade deadline, and they were willing to pay a portion of his 2024 salary,” Moton wrote Thursday.”Kupp turns 32 in June, and he’s coming off another injury-riddled season…

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Brandon Sloter/Getty ImagesEven Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley doesn’t know why he hit his helmet twice during his 78-yard touchdown run against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Divisional Round.Breaking free and outrunning the Rams defense, Barkley hit his head while heading toward the end zone in the fourth quarter of Philly’s 28-22 win.Asked about the moment, the three-time Pro Bowler told reporters he was “falling apart as the children say”.Barkley’s long run proved to be the deciding score of the game as Philadelphia nearly saw its 13-point lead erased.Matthew Stafford’s four-yard touchdown pass to tight end Colby…

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The New York Giants’ inability to secure a long-term contract with running back Saquon Barkley continues to haunt them with each new success the team’s 2018 first-round pick racks up with the fearsome Philadelphia Eagles.Barkley benefited greatly from running behind the Eagles’ stellar offensive line, which helped him reach a new single-season record of over 2,000 rushing yards. He’s one game away from the Super Bowl and the ProFootball Writers of America also selected him as Offensive Player of the Year. He is the first Eagles player to earn the honor, the second consecutive running back and the 14th overall…

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CHICAGO — Ben Johnson launched into his virtual interview with the Chicago Bears, leaving no doubt about his intentions.“I want this job,” Johnson said, President George McCaskey recalled.The feeling was mutual and the Bears agreed to terms with Johnson on Monday. On Tuesday, general manager Ryan Poles and his wife Katie flew to Michigan and returned with Johnson, his wife Jessica and their three children.Johnson was introduced Wednesday at Halas Hall, ushering in a new era for the NFL’s cornerstone franchise, with the Bears looking for stability, leadership, offensive ingenuity and someone who can get them back to winning ways.It’s…

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Caleb Williams was driving on the highway Monday when he received a call.Four members of the Chicago Bears were calling to tell the 2024 No. 1 overall draft pick the news he wanted to hear: They were hiring Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.“I don’t know if it was safe or not,” Williams said Wednesday, “but I let out a big whoop and whoop of excitement.”The distractions on the road only intensified when his head coach FaceTimed him.Perhaps it was fitting that Johnson called while his quarterback was running routes. Because for the years to come – Williams is hoping…

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Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur probably didn’t plan on spending much time watching Ben Johnson’s introductory press conference as the The new head coach of the Chicago Bears Wednesday.But the moment Johnson threw some shade at him, you can be sure LaFleur was listening.Johnson, hired by the Bears after six years in various offensive coaching roles with the Detroit Lionsrecognized how he remains in a division with elite coaches.“Dan Campbell and Kevin O’Connell talk about two guys who are in the running for coach of the year as the season ends here,” Johnson said.His former boss, Campbell and…

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The Minnesota Vikings appeared to be in a win-win situation at quarterback heading into their regular season finale.They had Sam Darnold playing out of his mind, fresh off his first Pro Bowl nod and ready to lead the Vikings deep into the playoffs. They also placed rookie JJ McCarthy on injured reserve, giving the team a rare mix of poise and options at the QB position moving forward.However, everything changed in Minnesota’s final two games of the 2024 season. The Vikings were throttled by the Detroit Lions, 31-9, on Week 18 of Sunday Night Football in a game that decided…

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