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NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 10

Trusted NFL analyst has secret sauce for Bills' defense in Wild-Card game vs. Jaguars

Dan Orlovsky has become one of Buffalo Bills fans’ favorite analysts over his time appearing on Western New York sports talk radio. He has found a niche

Las Vegas Raiders News / The SportsRush / January 9

Dan Orlovsky Says the Raiders Are Not Taking It Seriously Despite Tom Brady Taking Charge

Since 2016, the Raiders have only made the playoffs twice. So when Tom Brady became the their minority owner in October 2024, many expected the GOAT to bring back glory days in Vegas … or at the very least a semblance of consistency.

NFL News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 8

Dan Orlovsky: Bears have no chance against the Packers

It’s no secret that ESPN, by and large, isn’t bullish on the Chicago Bears’ chances of beating the Green Bay Packers on Satuday. In fact, their pre-playoff mock draft position predictor basically says they expect Chicago to lose on Saturday and pick in the high-20s next April.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Dan Orlovsky Makes Bold Claim About Arch Manning, 2026 NFL Draft

Coming into 2025, many had Arch Manning pegged as the projected No. 1 pick were he to come out. The former five-star recruit out of Louisiana was not only the top rated quarterback, but the top rated player in his class.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

NFL News / PewterReport.com / January 1

Bucs vs. Panthers: Pewter Preview For Week 18

Despite losing seven of their last eight games to watch a 6-2 start turn into a 7-9 record, the Bucs are somehow still alive in their pursuit of a fifth straight NFC South title and sixth consecutive playoff appearance heading into their regular season finale.

Los Angeles Rams News / Total Apex Sports / January 1

Dan Orlovsky Doubles Down on Stafford MVP Take, Roasts Critics

The NFL regular season is winding down, and just when you think the MVP race is locked up, chaos ensues. If you watched Monday Night Football, you witnessed Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams absolutely implode against the Atlanta Falcons.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 30

Dan Orlovsky reveals bulletproof Ravens’ Derrick Henry strategy to beat the Steelers in Week 18

The Pittsburgh Steelers host the Baltimore Ravens for Sunday Night Football to end the regular season. The 2025 season flew by quickly, and the playoffs are around the corner.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / December 29

Dan Orlovsky, Cam Newton float Malik Willis, Mac Jones for next QB of Pittsburgh Steelers

The search for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ next quarterback may eventually require a full reset. Two former NFL quarterbacks believe that could come sooner rather than later.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / The Clemson Insider / December 25

Orlovsky: Lawrence Is NFL’s Most Improved Player

Former Clemson star Trevor Lawrence threw for three touchdowns and ran for another on Sunday in Week 16 of the NFL season, as the Jacksonville Jaguars (11-4) extended their winning streak to six games with a 34-20, statement victory over the Denver Broncos (12-3), who saw their 11-game winning streak come to an end.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / December 23

Why Dan Orlovsky is Blown Away By Trevor Lawrence's Ascension

When you're winning games as a small-market team, it is hard to stay ignored for long. The Jacksonville Jaguars keep winning games and look as hot as any team heading into the postseason three weeks from now.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Miami Dolphins News / Larry Brown Sports / December 16

Dan Orlovsky thinks Dolphins should bench Tua Tagovailoa for surprising QB

Tagovailoa has thrown for 2,660 yards with 20 touchdowns and a career-worst 15 interceptions this season.

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel makes eye-opening comment about QB Tua Tagovailoa's status: 'Everything is on the table'

Dolphins have no easy fix for tenuous QB position

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The 'Last 10-TD season by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / The SportsRush / December 13

'I Just Remember Walking Into the Shower One Time': Dan Orlovsky Calls Calvin Johnson the Most Physically Gifted Athlete of All Time

Calvin Johnson was one of the most imposing and talented players ever to play the wide receiver position in the NFL. At the goal line, teams often had two cornerbacks covering him like a gunner on a punt.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 13

Why Dan Orlovsky Believe Raiders Should Pursue This Elite QB

The Las Vegas Raiders have been looking for their quarterback of the future over the last few seasons. Whoever they have brought in has not worked out for them for many reasons.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / December 11

ESPN analyst views Steelers as landing spot for Joe Burrow

ESPN analyst views Steelers as landing spot for Bengals' Joe Burrow after his concerning comments

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been in a constant state of quarterback purgatory over the last several seasons.

Joe Burrow raises eyebrows with comments about 'fun' amid Bengals' dwindling playoff hopes

Despite Ja'Marr Chase's reassurance, Bengals should still be worried about Joe Burrow's comments

Ben Roethlisberger advises Steelers to embrace 'outside noise' regarding Mike Tomlin

Possibility of history repeating itself should make Bengals take Joe Burrow's comments very seriously

Cincinnati Bengals News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11

Dan Orlovsky says 3 teams should inquire about Joe Burrow trade

Joe Burrow has Cincinnati Bengals fans concerned about the future after some unexpected remarks he made this week, and one prominent analyst thinks there are three teams that should start thinking about how they can acquire the star quarterback via trade.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Gridiron Heroics / December 9

Orlovsky Challenges Alabama’s Playoff Legitimacy with Pointed Critique

ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky certainly did not sugarcoat his comments regarding the College Football Playoff selection committee’s decision to place Alabama in the playoff instead of Notre Dame.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8

Dan Orlovsky shares his 1 problem with the College Football Playoff field

There has been a lot of debate over whether Notre Dame should have made the College Football Playoff over Miami, but Dan Orlovsky believes there was room for both in the 12-team field.

NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / November 26

Bills predicted to shred Steelers' defense by ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky

Six weeks ago, Bills Mafia was looking forward to the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers as a potential preview of the AFC Championship. The Buffalo Bills were off to a 4-0 start; the Steelers 4-1.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / November 25

Dan Orlovsky’s New Eagles Hot Take Misses Mark

There are always going to be hot takes out there around the National Football League. That seems to be the case especially when it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / November 20

Orlovsky’s breakdown of McCarthy echoes the Ponder ‘easily correctable’ era

Has the media, with a big boost from social media armchair quarterbacks, overblown concerns about Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy's accuracy troubles?

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / November 19

Dan Orlovsky has warning for Patriots

Dan Orlovsky had a warning for the New England Patriots while speaking on ESPN Tuesday. Orlovsky was talking about the Patriots on “NFL Live” and said that the team plays too much nickel defense for his liking.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 11

ESPN's Orlovsky stuns fans with his pick for next Giants HC

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky stuns fans with his pick for next Giants HC

The New York Giants will soon begin searching for a new head coach after they fired Brian Daboll on Monday, and you will probably never guess who longtime ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky thinks the replacement should be.

Giants don't wait to make Brian Daboll decision after loss to Bears

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