“Honestly, I was in shock. I couldn't believe it. I almost didn't believe that catch.” Sean Murphy on the Patriots' loss in Super Bowl XLII 0:00/0:00 This is a story about craftsmanship. A story about a thief so smart even police call him "brilliant." A story about a criminal so knowledgeable even a judge once admitted he knew more than many of the... Read more ..read more

"He's so young in what we ask him to do," Panthers head coach Matt Rhule said Tuesday. "But he's so young and has a great work ethic. He might have experience, but you don't have experience in what we do. Every bit of experience Sam has, he can draw from it, but he's done a great job with us saying 'Hey... Read more ..read more

I’ve been a Colts fan since 1967 and will be a Colts fan until the day I leave this planet. I watched all of the pre-season games, all of the pre-season media, posts, etc. and was absolutely convinced that the Colts would beat the Seahawks or at least be respectable. But….. Is the offensive line really as good a last year? I really think they’re too much into their heads about how good they are or could be. Ok, Eric Fisher - whatever. But 4 sacks, anemic rushing yards while the game still... Read more ..read more

Getty Images Tom Brady has a notoriously strict diet. Tom Brady nevertheless will endorse Subway, one of the most prevalent fast-food purveyors in the nation. Terry Lefton of Sports Business Journal reports that Brady has never even entered a Subway, which has more than... Read more ..read more

2021 All-Under-25 Team​ Around the NFL writer Nick Shook compiled a roster of the top players under 25 years old heading into the 2021 season. To be eligible, players must be younger than 25 years old on September 9, the day the season kicks off. Landing on the team were 49ers defensive standouts Nick Bosa and Fred Warner. Here's what Shook had to say... Read more ..read more

Getty Images In 2019, with real questions swirling about the short- and long-term availability of receiver Tyreek Hill, the Chiefs devoted a second-round pick to receiver Mecole Hardman, a player with similar size and speed and (so the Chiefs hoped) skills as Hill. Through two NFL seasons, Hardman... Read more ..read more

Getty Images Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore isn’t making any secret of the fact that he wants more money. Gilmore, who has a 2021 base salary of $7 million, posted on Twitter today a list of the 10 highest-paid defensive backs in the NFL. Gilmore, who isn’t on the list, added the comment, “Oh... Read more ..read more

Bears chairman George H. McCaskey and assistant director of player personnel Champ Kelly were featured speakers at last week's 4th annual NFL Quarterback Coaching Summit. The virtual event, which was held in partnership with the Black College Football Hall of Fame, invites NFL and NCAA general managers, head coaches, positional coaches/coordinators, administrators, and... Read more ..read more

Getty Images Bengals receiver Tee Higgins had a strong rookie season in 2020, registering 67 receptions for 908 yards with six touchdowns. As good as he was in his first year, it appears he’s prepared to take a significant step in 2021. Quarterback Joe Burrow noted during minicamp that Higgins was... Read more ..read more

USA TODAY Sports The Browns set out to revamp their defense this offseason, bringing in several key free agents and draft picks. He may not be the best player the Browns acquired, but defensive lineman Jadeveon Clowney is likely one of the most consequential. The 2014 No. 1 overall pick is healthy after playing just eight games for the Titans last... Read more ..read more