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At least one unnamed NFL executive later said that Shedeur Sanders' confidence "doesn’t turn me off at all." Retired linebacker and former All-Pro Shawne Merriman echoed that executive's sentiment.

Browns make Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel decision for 49ers game

NFL executive gives advice to Browns amid Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel situation

Browns' Shedeur Sanders sends defiant message after winning first start

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz

NFL News / Action Network / October 7

Priest Holmes & Shawne Merriman: Super Bowl Picks, Sack Records & Chargers vs Bills

Shawne Merriman likes a Chargers vs Bills AFC title game, and he isn’t writing off the Chiefs. Priest Holmes thinks the Chiefs’ grip on the AFC West is tightening, pointing to tackling issues and a real Chargers surge.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Raiders Rookie Ashton Jeanty Had Shawne Merriman in Awe

The Las Vegas Raiders and Ashton Jeanty tasted defeat together for the first time ever. Yet one Chargers legend couldn't help but praise the "shifty as hell" rookie running back.

Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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

How many of the players with the most recent 10-touchdown (non-passing) season by NFL team can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL yearly completion % leaders' quiz

The 'Most receiving yards in one NFL game' quiz

The 'NFL active rushing leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / June 17

Chargers great wastes no time hyping the upcoming alternate jerseys

It didn’t take long for onlookers to start hyping the new Los Angeles Chargers alternate jerseys. The Chargers revealed this week that July 15 is the

NFL News / Yardbarker

The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / June 11

Son of famous Maryland football star has impressive offer list early in the process

Getting legacy recruits are a big deal in college football, especially when the father was as good as linebacker Shawne Merriman. The former Terrapin played for Maryland from 2002-2004 (back when it was in the ACC) and became an All-ACC member in '04.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / June 2

Maryland offers 2029 QB Justin Merriman, son of former NFL star Shawne Merriman

Following a visit to College Park over the weekend, 2029 QB Justin Merriman has officially received an offer from Maryland. The Terps are clearly interested in getting in on this recruiting battle early, as Merriman is set to begin his freshman year of high school this fall.

Maryland Terrapins News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / May 19

Son of NFL legend set to visit Maryland in June

The Maryland Terrapins are set to get a visit from 2029 QB prospect Justin Merriman, son of Chargers legend Shawne Merriman. Of course, his father played college ball at the University of Maryland from 2002-04, so it's no surprise to see his son potentially exploring that same path.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / May 6

Retired 2006 NFL sack leader reveals strong feelings on playing for Buffalo Bills

The Buffalo Bills have long been an organization that touts family. A smaller town team that sticks together through long winters just like their fanbase, the renowned Bills Mafia.

Shawne Merriman says why he thinks the UFC and Dana White are so far ahead as he continues to build his own promotion

Shawne Merriman has opened up about why the UFC is so successful as he aims to provide an opportunity for fighters to progress from his shows to the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization.

'They Would Not Leave Shedeur Sanders Alone': Shawne Merriman Was Shocked to See the QB Get Rejected Despite the Giants, Titans Obsessing Over Him

Shedeur Sanders’ draft weekend slide happened only a couple of weeks ago, but it’s already becoming part of NFL lore. He eventually landed with the Cleveland Browns at No.

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.

NFL News / The SportsRush / May 5

Don’t Wanna Take Anything Away From Patrick Mahomes, but…': Shawne Merriman Explains Why the LA Chargers Will Win AFC West

Patrick Mahomes has led the Kansas City Chiefs on one of the most dominant runs in NFL history since becoming a full-time starter in 2018. They’ve made the AFC Championship game in all eight years, appeared in five Super Bowls, and won three.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / April 29

Shawne Merriman names ‘explosive’ New York Giants pick as his favorite in the 2025 NFL Draft

Former Chargers star and All-Pro linebacker Shawne Merriman named his favorite rookie in the NFL draft, tipping one standout New York Giants talent for a major award in his first year as a pro.

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

The '2025-26 bowl game host cities' quiz

The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz

The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / April 28

Shawne Merriman explains what NFL teams simply cannot do with Aaron Rodgers right now

Former First-Team All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowler Shawne Merriman drops some words of wisdom on the current Aaron Rodgers situation, and why NFL teams might be waiting a while to get it worked out.

Washington Commanders News / NFL Analysis Network / March 2

Shawne Merriman names the transformational signing Washington Commanders could make to improve

The Washington Commanders had a standout 2024 NFL season, finishing with a 12-5 record before falling in the NFC Championship Game to the eventual Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 17

Former All-Pro LB Shawne Merriman Predicts Winner of Super Bowl LIX

Heading into the divisional round of the NFL playoffs, eight teams are still alive in their quest to reach Super Bowl LIX, which takes place Feb. 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 14, 2024

Ex-NFL star says De'Vondre Campbell will never escape 'quitter' label

Campbell committed the most taboo act in football by abandoning his teammates.

Kyle Shanahan makes clear statement on De'Vondre Campbell's future

Shanahan and the 49ers have missed their chance

The NFL's all-time most dramatic single-season declines

The 'Losing quarterback from every Super Bowl' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 18, 2024

Shawne Merriman predicts Dolphins player for Defensive Rookie of the Year

The Miami Dolphins are in rough shape to start the 2024 season. Miami started the season 1-1, but they’ve lost their QB Tua Tagovailoa for an unknown amount of time with a scary concussion injury.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 9, 2024

Former All-Pro shares why Tom Brady will excel as broadcaster

Brady is set to replace award-winning analyst Greg Olsen on Fox's top team via a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375M.

Insider predicts if Tom Brady will attract extra viewers for announcing debut

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The 'Starting QBs from Week 14 of the 2006 NFL season' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 5, 2024

Steelers' Russell Wilson Gets Harsh Criticism From Former All-Pro Shawne Merriman: 'Won't Be Starting By Week 4'

The Pittsburgh Steelers have made headlines throughout the 2024 offseason due to an intriguing revamp of the quarterback room. All three signal-callers from 2023 were shown the door one way or another, while Russell Wilson signed for the veteran minimum and Justin Fields was acquired via trade.

NFL News / F4WOnline.com / April 21, 2024