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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Steelers announce Joey Porter Jr.'s status for Week 2 game vs. Patriots
The Pittsburgh Steelers soap opera with Joey Porter Jr. reached its next act on Friday afternoon when the team officially ruled the cornerback out for their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / September 18
Three ways Lions can improve after loss to Bills
The Lions fell to the Bills 41-31 on "Thursday Night Football," and there were some glaring problems on the field. Here's what they need to do to fix it.
Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / September 18
One NFL team reportedly wants Nick Saban in a role with their franchise
Nick Saban officially retired from coaching in January of 2024, and he's been a sports personality ever since. With a football mind as great as Saban's, though, it wouldn't be ridiculous to think he might get back into the sport at some point in a coaching role.
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Bold predictions for NFL Week 2: Jets stun Packers, Bears come back down to earth
We went 1-for-3 with our bold predictions for NFL Week 1. How will we do in Week 2?
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
NFL News / Packers Coverage / September 18
Former Packers QB throws brutal shade at Matt LaFleur
Former NFL quarterback Kurt Benkert delivered a pointed critique of Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur on Thursday, comparing him to former Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera and questioning whether the Packers can win another NFC North title under his watch.
Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings' QB competition was reportedly never about J.J. McCarthy
That's the type of locker room management that can really take a team the long way.
Sean McVay News / Yardbarker / September 18
Sean McVay sends message to NFL about Rams playing in future Australia games
Head coach Sean McVay and others associated with the Los Angeles Rams didn't hide throughout the summer that they weren't thrilled about having to open the 2026 season with a game held in Melbourne, Australia.
Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / September 18
Chiefs' injury report has bittersweet news ahead of Week 2
The Kansas City Chiefs got a big win in the season opener, but they're still not in the clear as they look to bounce back from a disappointing campaign.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Ian Rapoport gives update on trade rumors regarding Lions, Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.
During a Friday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Rapoport was directly asked about the Lions' potential pursuit of Porter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
High-powered Bears offense set to face Vikings defense allowing yards but stingy on points
The Bears lead the NFL in multiple offensive categories after a 59-37 win in the season opener at the Carolina Panthers.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings announce Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Bears game
On Friday, the Vikings confirmed what had become expected news.
The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz
How many of the active NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 300 yards through the air in a game 10 or more times?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
NFL Week 1 panic meter: Packers, Cowboys in real trouble?
It's easy to overreact to the poor performances we saw in NFL Week 1, but not every red flag is a serious cause for concern moving forward. Let's break down some of those disappointing performances and rank them on the panic meter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Ian Rapoport gives injury update on Bengals' Joe Burrow for Texans game
Thursday updates indicated that Burrow would not be 100 percent for the Bengals' game at the 0-1 Houston Texans this coming Sunday after he developed "back tightness" ahead of Wednesday's practice.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / September 18
Commanders suffer blow with Frankie Luvu, Chig Okonkwo out against Cowboys
The Washington Commanders shocked many people in Week 1 by hanging around and nearly knocking off the Philadelphia Eagles.
Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / September 18
Texans expected to be without Nico Collins in Week 2
Houston got bad news about Collins.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / September 18
Falcons reportedly make Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr. decision for Panthers game
It turns out the Falcons' actual quarterback situation was far less interesting than some had hoped.
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / September 18
Report details how Raiders' Fernando Mendoza has handled serving as Kirk Cousins' backup
For a piece published on Friday, Sam Warren of The Athletic detailed how Mendoza has thus far accepted being the Raiders' QB2.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 18
NFL executive reveals what Steelers could get in trade for Joey Porter Jr.
Porter didn't play in Pittsburgh's 20-13 season-opening win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sept. 13 for reasons related to a supposed back issue that kept him on the physically unable to perform list throughout most of August.
The 'NFL QB rushing-TD leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rush for at least 25 touchdowns in their career can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer addresses George Pickens tipping pitches theory
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens endured a rough outing in Dallas' Week 1 28-20 loss to the rival New York Giants. What will Week 2 bring?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Giants' Cam Skattebo sends warning to Rams' Aaron Donald ahead of 'MNF' game
As of Friday morning, it remained unclear if Los Angeles Rams defensive superstar Aaron Donald will make his official in-game return during the upcoming
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Bills' Josh Allen wasn't 100 percent amid MVP performance vs. Lions
Allen produced a performance worthy of future Most Valuable Player Award votes as the Bills opened their new Highmark Stadium with an impressive 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings reportedly 'pushed hard' to get Drake Maye in 2024 NFL Draft
According to ESPN insider Kevin Seifert, the Vikings aggressively pushed to move up to No. 3 and get Maye, as they didn't think J.J. McCarthy was ready at the time.
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