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The Cleveland Browns will enter training camp with one of the most intriguing quarterback competitions in recent memory. Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders are vying for the starting job, creating a pivotal decision that could define the franchise’s trajectory for years to come.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / July 7

Turns Out Cris Carter Wasn’t That Good

Cris Carter is a Hall of Famer, so obviously, he was very good at football. Well, apparently that take is not as unanimous as you might have thought. Another former NFL standout decided to take a shot at the Vikings legend.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / July 7

Former Eagles CB just made a fool of himself calling out a Hall of Famer

Asante Samuel once made the All-Pro First Team. He is a 4-time Pro Bowl player who had success with multiple teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles. But, he recently proved that he isn't all that smart, taking time to go after another former Eagle, wide receiver Cris Carter, calling the Hall of Famer "overrated" on a podcast episode.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year winners' quiz

How many of these first-year offensive standouts since the 1997 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL Divisional round rookie passing leaders' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL passing yard leaders' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL first-team All-Pro roster' quiz

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Who is the longest-tenured coordinator for every NFL franchise?

Here are the longest-tenured offensive or defensive coordinators in every team's history.

Minnesota Vikings News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Vikings' Cris Carter Facing Backlash on Sunday

The legitimacy of Minnesota Vikings Hall of Famer Cris Carter's greatness has come into question. In response to Chad Johnson challenging Travis Hunter one-on-one, Carter argued that Johnson is looking back more glowingly on his career than what's actually on tape.

NFL News / The SportsRush / July 3

Highlighting Rob Gronkowski, Cris Carter Acknowledges Tom Brady’s Role on the Patriots Landing Top Draft Picks

Even though he’s won seven Super Bowls, three MVP awards, and a slew of Pro Bowl nominations and conference titles, Tom Brady will always be the 199th pick of the 2000 NFL Draft.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 29

Former Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones Snubbed in Latest CBS Sports Ranking

CBS Sports’ Bryan DeArdo released a list of the best players to never win a Super Bowl ring. There were five wide receivers named on the list, including Cris Carter, Steve Largent, Terrell Owens, Larry Fitzgerald, and Randy Moss.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / June 23

Vikings legend Cris Carter surprises local teacher with visit, signed jersey

The Vikings surprised a local fan and teacher with the visit of a lifetime. Alyssa Van Klei, a teacher at 916 Mahtomedi Academy who uses sports as a tool in classroom, was surprised by the team and Vikings legend Cris Carter.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Shedeur At Fault for Draft Slide Asserts Hall of Famer

Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Cris Carter has had enough. He is sick of hearing other people are to blame for Shedeur Sanders slide to the fifth round of the NFL Draft.

Vikings legend Cris Carter rips Shedeur Sanders for NFL draft slide

Minnesota Vikings Hall of Fame wide receiver Cris Carter delivered a scolding hot plate of criticism to Shedeur Sanders, who Carter believes cost himself "at least" $30 million by slipping in the NFL draft.

College Football News / The Spun / April 29

NFL Legend Cris Carter Blasts Shedeur Sanders After Draft

Shedeur Sanders has been the talk of the NFL world since falling to the fifth round of the NFL Draft. The Browns selected the former Colorado quarterback at No.

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The 'NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year winners' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'MLB active strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 20

Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter Believes Bengals Will Break Norms to Keep Stars

Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver Cris Carter thinks a pair of his brethren on the Bengals will get their deals from the team. He discussed the need for Cincinnati to break precedent and guarantee money into the second season on new contracts for Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins in an Up & Adams appearance.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / February 20

Vikings legend Cris Carter thinks team should franchise tag Sam Darnold

With the franchise tag window officially open until March 4, the Minnesota Vikings have a decision to make on the future of quarterback Sam Darnold, who coming off the best season of his career headlines the free agent quarterback class.

Minnesota Vikings News / FirstSportz / February 20

HOFer Cris Carter praises Sam Darnold’s game with comparison to former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins as contract situation looms

Sam Darnold had a Cinderella season in 2024. He was supposed to be the backup, but JJ McCarthy‘s injury pushed him to start every game for the Minnesota Vikings.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Ohio State Legend Shares Honest Opinion of Jeremiah Smith

Ohio State's true freshman wide receiver, Jeremiah Smith, was a key component in helping his team on the path to their national championship win. In 2024, he appeared in 16 games, accumulating 76 receptions, 1,3135 yards, and 15 touchdowns.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / February 19

Cris Carter recalls positive story about Shedeur Sanders: He’s a ‘true CEO’

Cris Carter told a story about Shedeur Sanders that might turn the heads of the quarterback’s doubters as the NFL Draft approaches. Sanders approaches everything like a CEO and is a standup citizen, according to what Carter said.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / January 29

Pre-Draft Prep Ramps Up With Senior Bowl and East-West Shrine Game

The 2024 NFL season doesn’t end until Super Bowl LIX on February 9 but the 2025 Draft prep ramps up significantly this week with the Senior Bowl and East-West Shrine Game.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 20

Cris Carter Didn’t Hesitate When Naming The Best Player In College Football

Few college football programs churn out as much high-end wide receiver talent as Ohio State. The NFL is littered with former Buckeyes wide receivers like Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave and Terry McLaurin to name a few.

New York Jets News / Jets X-Factor / January 19

Cris Carter vouches for different NY Jets HC candidate than most

Multiple New York Jets players want the team’s next head coach to be the man who is fourth on the franchise’s all-time interceptions list, Aaron Glenn.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 18

Cris Carter Predicts Blowout In Notre Dame-Ohio State CFP National Championship

In an interview with Kyle Odegard of Casino Apps covering the NFL and college football, pro football legend and Ohio State football alumnus Cris Carter discussed how he viewed the College Football Playoff National Championship between No.

Philadelphia Eagles News / The Spun / January 15

NFL Hall Of Famer Refuses To Attend Games In Philadelphia

Don't count on seeing Cris Carter at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend. Carter began his Hall of Fame career with the Philadelphia Eagles before catching 110 touchdowns over 12 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 9

Cris Carter's top 5 Vikings WRs of all time includes a surprise at the top

The Vikings have had two of the greatest wide receivers of all time suit up for their franchise. One of those two thinks the guy playing the position for Minnesota right now is even greater.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2023

Chris Olave names his Mount Rushmore of Ohio State wide receivers

College football fans often debate which universities generate the best professionals at a certain position, and with the number of gifted receivers Ohio State has produced, the school has a strong case for the title of WRU. One of those elite receivers recently name his Mount Rushmore of OSU receivers.

Ohio State lands four-star 2024 cornerback Miles Lockhart

The 25 best players in Ohio State football history

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 19, 2022

Watch: Ohio State's Harrison Jr. makes ridiculous one-handed catch

Watch: Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. makes ridiculous one-handed catch, still draws pass interference call

On Harrison's first catch of the day, he made a one-handed grab off a back-shoulder pass from QB C.J. Stroud while being interfered with by Maryland cornerback Deonte Banks.

No. 4 TCU rallies for last-second win over Baylor

No. 8 Alabama cruises to 34-0 shutout over Austin Peay

Navy's potent rushing attack sinks No. 20 UCF

The 25 best players in Ohio State football history

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / July 20, 2022

Cris Carter had a Hall of Fame career with Minnesota alone

Cris Carter had one of the great careers for a receiver, and a very compelling argument could be made for him having a Hall of Fame career based solely on his time as a Minnesota Vikings.

Reflecting on Randy Moss' dominance with the Vikings

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The 'NFL players drafted by a team other than the one they're known for' quiz

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