The Saints are adding another coach from the college ranks to new head coach Kellen Moore's first staff.
John Lynch: I think Christian McCaffrey will participate in “at least parts” of offseason
After helping lead the 49ers to Super Bowl LVIII in 2023, running back Christian McCaffrey was able to play just four games in 2024 due to injury.
Where 49ers stand with Moody for 2025 after ‘honest discussions’
San Francisco 49ers general manger John Lynch shared where things stand with kicker Jake Moody after a down 2025 NFL season.
NFL introduces ‘Combine IQ’: A new tool for fans to understand scouting data
The NFL’s NextGen Stats team has partnered with Amazon QuickSight’s machine learning tool to put all the combine testing results in a more digestible form.
Eliot Wolf on Patriots free agency: We’ll do what’s necessary, won’t be frivolous
One of the reasons why Mike Vrabel is the head coach of the Patriots in 2025 is because the team's 2024 offseason failed to turn up enough productive players and Vrabel signaled his desire to move things the other way earlier this week.
Four ‘blue-collar ballers’ for Patriots to target in NFL Draft
The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins Next Pats to highlight four prospects who could bring talent and toughness to the Patriots in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Lynch reveals 49ers are exploring multiple Mason contract options
San Francisco 49ers president of football operations/general manager John Lynch confirmed the team is exploring options to retain Jordan Mason.
Lynch addresses Juszczyk’s uncertain future with 49ers
49ers general manager John Lynch addressed veteran fullback Kyle Juszczyk's uncertain future with San Francisco.
NFL says there were no injuries on tush push plays in 2024
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni called talk of banning the tush push play that his team has made a staple of their offense "unfair" earlier this week and took particular aim at arguments that the play was unsafe.
Forget Travis Hunter — the NFL draft’s most versatile player might be this 323-pound DL
JJ Pegues started his college career as a 285-pound tight end and finished it as a run-stuffing defensive lineman ... and short-yardage running back.
49ers “focused on” other things now, but want to extend George Kittle
49ers tight end George Kittle hasn't been the center of attention during the early part of the team's offseason, but he's expected to take on a more central role as time moves on.
Combine buzz: ‘Very real chance’ Travis Hunter falls to Pats at No. 4
Will Travis Hunter be on the board when the Patriots are on the clock at No. 4 overall? Phil Perry shares what he's hearing at the NFL Combine.
From Super Bowl to Super League: Tyler Dupree’s famous family tree
The Wigan player will follow in the footsteps of his uncle and grandpa when he performs in Las Vegas on Saturday
By Gavin Willacy for No Helmets Required
When Wigan coach Matty Peet brings Tyler Dupree on to the field during their Super League clash with Warrington in Las Vegas on Saturday night, Dupree’s mother Jackie will greet his arrival with whoops. But his uncle Billy Joe Dupree – who played in three Super Bowls – will not even know his nephew is playing.
Billy Joe Dupree joined Dallas in 1973 and immediately established himself in Tom Landry’s fabled team, taking Mike Ditka’s No89 jersey. A Super Bowl win against Denver Broncos in 1978 was sandwiched between two defeats to Pittsburgh Steelers. Dupree smashed records galore in Dallas, going 11 seasons without missing a game. His nephew Tyler has won two Super League titles, a World Club Challenge and a Challenge Cup in less than two seasons with Wigan. Yet Billy Joe is oblivious to his success.
Continue reading...49ers GM Lynch shares promising update on Aiyuk’s recovery
San Francisco 49ers president of football operations/general manager John Lynch shared a promising update on wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's recovery from a major knee injury.
The draft’s top player enjoyed his final year as an Eagles fan
Abdul Carter, considered the top player in this year's draft, enjoyed his final year of Eagles fandom before turning pro.