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How Taylen Green could lead to Browns making wild Shedeur Sanders decision

Will one aspect of Green's ability force Cleveland's hand regarding Sanders?

Browns' Taylen Green makes feelings on Deshaun Watson controversy clear

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Browns' Todd Monken explains big Shedeur Sanders decision after naming Deshaun Watson starter

Reporters debunk narrative about Browns' Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Steelers might cut Aaron Rodgers' favorite amid unusual quarterback plan

The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly considering an unorthodox decision and it may force them to part ways with one of their starting quarterback's favorite teammates.

Steelers' Mike McCarthy discusses narrative about having four quarterbacks on the roster

Mike McCarthy disputes Steelers' QB decision after preseason disaster

Insiders share alarming Joey Porter Jr. update after Jalen Ramsey comments

Steelers reporter shares 'bad news' for Joey Porter Jr. after contract report

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

3 backup quarterbacks poised to steal starting jobs by midseason

Several NFL teams will open the season with veterans behind center and younger options waiting nearby. These three backup quarterbacks may not stay on the sideline for long.

Browns' Todd Monken explains surprising Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Rich Eisen gives brutal verdict after Browns' Deshaun Watson decision

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks who led the NFL in passing yards since the AFL-NFL merger can you name in five minutes?

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Packers' Brian Gutekunst shares Tucker Kraft contract extension update

Green Bay Packers star tight end Tucker Kraft made it known that his "goal" was to sign a contract extension before the 2026 NFL season gets underway.

Packers HC Matt LaFleur willing to fight brother in joint practice

Micah Parsons provides update on health, possibility of playing in revenge game vs. Cowboys

NFL announces update on Bears-Packers Week 16 matchup

Two-minute drill: Browns make surprising QB1 decision, Texans injury woes, Bo Nix has encouraging return in preseason loss

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

Insider addresses players' reaction to Deshaun Watson decision, makes Dante Moore-Arch Manning prediction

Arguably the biggest NFL story of the week involved Browns head coach Todd Monken naming Deshaun Watson the team's Week 1 starting quarterback.

Browns' Todd Monken explains surprising Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

New statistical model raises red flags for Texas QB Arch Manning's NFL readiness

Deshaun Watson addresses controversy after being named Browns' starter

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / August 26

Falcons OC hints people may be split on Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa decision

First-year Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski seems to be seriously considering naming 2024 first-round draft pick Michael Penix Jr. the team's Week 1 starting quarterback.

Kevin Stefanski: Expect to see Falcons starters in preseason finale

Falcons seem to be considering surprising Michael Penix Jr., Tua Tagovailoa decision

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 1K seasons in first five years' quiz

How many of the NFL receivers to reach the 1,000-receiving-yard milestone at least three times in their first five professional seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in seven minutes?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Buccaneers get major Rueben Bain Jr. update after injury scare

Bain Jr. missed practice Wednesday with a shoulder injury.

Buccaneers players make alarming comments after joint practice with Jaguars

Bucs Roster Bubble Players: Offense

Bucs Roster Bubble Players: Defense

The '2025 NFL sack leaders' quiz

Christian Gonzalez News / Yardbarker / August 26

Insider speculates on holdup between Christian Gonzalez, Patriots

The New England Patriots and Christian Gonzalez still aren't on the same page about his new contract.

Patriots must show more urgency with Christian Gonzalez as frustrations mount

Patriots' Mike Vrabel finally delivers encouraging Christian Gonzalez update

Patriots' Eliot Wolf sends clear messages about Christian Gonzalez contract situation

Patriots insider shares Christian Gonzalez contract theory related to Seahawks, Devon Witherspoon deal

Patriots avoid injury with A.J. Brown, but not with TreVeyon Henderson

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Nick Bosa's injury situation is still a concern for the 49ers

The 49ers hope to have Bosa back for Week 1, but regardless of his status for that game the 49ers have to be concerned about his situation.

NFL’s response to Jed York could expose its personal conduct double standard

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

49ers injury report: Kyle Shanahan provides updates on Mike Evans, Nick Bosa, several others

49ers training camp: Osa Odighizuwa shines in practice, George Kittle ramping up

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / August 26

Giants' Jaxson Dart 'aware' of how he must change after concerning comments

Jaxson Dart sparked new concerns about what he will and won't do during games when he said that he was "puzzled" by the fact that he was forced into the blue medical tent after he took a crunching hit in the Giants' 13-10 preseason loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Gaints' John Harbaugh urged to cut ties with Jaxon Dart target

Giants' John Harbaugh shares 'reasonable' Malik Nabers prediction for Cowboys game

Calvin Austin III update could give Odell Beckham Jr. a chance to stay with Giants

Giants Trade G Joshua Ezeudu To Chiefs

The 'Last first-round QB by NFL team' quiz

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / August 26

Should Rams fans be worried about Myles Garrett?

Is it time for Rams fans to worry about their prized offseason acquisition?

Rams HC Sean McVay shares Aaron Donald update amid Week 1 rumors

Sean McVay on NFL players returning to CFB: 'I feel like I took a freakin' gummy'

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Steelers insider predicts if Mike McCarthy will get QB wish granted

Steelers insider predicts if Mike McCarthy will get quarterback wish granted

Will the Steelers carry four quarterbacks on the active roster?

Steelers' Mike McCarthy discusses narrative about having four quarterbacks on the roster

Mike McCarthy disputes Steelers' QB decision after preseason disaster

Steelers' Mike McCarthy makes alarming Joey Porter Jr. admission

Three backup quarterbacks who could start for new teams in 2027

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / August 26

Calvin Austin III update could give Odell Beckham Jr. a chance to stay with Giants

Did Austin's injury open a door for Beckham Jr.?

Calvin Austin injury delivers brutal blow to Giants offense

Three NFL veterans who could be cut before Sunday’s roster deadline

Odell Beckham Jr., other NFC East players who need to impress before cutdown day

Giants' John Harbaugh shares 'reasonable' Malik Nabers prediction for Cowboys game

The 'Most TD-catches in a season by team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

Buccaneers players make alarming comments after joint practice with Jaguars

It appears the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' performance in their joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Tuesday won't silence takes about what Tampa Bay can and can't achieve this season. And it's not pretty.

Baker Mayfield had a telling remark after joint practice with the Jaguars

Jon Gruden makes prediction about Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract standoff

Jaguars HC gives Brian Thomas Jr. update after injury scare

Three teams that should trade for Shedeur Sanders

The 'Multiple 4K passing-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Denver Broncos News / Yardbarker / August 26

Broncos players send Bo Nix warnings to NFL ahead of 2026 season

Nix's teammates seem excited about what the quarterback will bring to the team in 2026.

Former MVP makes huge prediction about how Bo Nix will grow in third season under Sean Payton

Stats show how Broncos want Bo Nix to improve under Sean Payton

Two-minute drill: Browns make surprising QB1 decision, Texans injury woes, Bo Nix has encouraging return in preseason loss

Three NFL veterans who could be cut before Sunday’s roster deadline

The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / August 26

Texans' C.J. Stroud addresses offseason changes ahead of pivotal campaign

Stroud is facing a pivotal season.

Texans acquire Kayshon Boutte as injuries continue to impact WR room

Two-minute drill: Browns make surprising QB1 decision, Texans injury woes, Bo Nix has encouraging return in preseason loss

The 'Active four-passing-TD NFL game leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 10-rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

Throughout NFL history, 47 players have rushed for 10 or more touchdowns in at least three different seasons. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

Jets reportedly could make shocking Mike Tomlin, Lamar Jackson moves in 2027

Could the Jets make a pair of massive moves ahead of the 2027 season?

How Ravens' Lamar Jackson is different with Jesse Minter than he was with John Harbaugh

Jets have seemingly made Cade Klubnik decision

Three NFL veterans who could be cut before Sunday’s roster deadline

Three veteran NFL offensive free agents still on the market

The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 26

Browns insider sounds alarms about future of Shedeur Sanders

One NFL insider painted a bleak picture regarding Sanders' future in Cleveland.

Browns' Todd Monken explains surprising Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Shedeur Sanders’ Browns story may not be over despite losing starting job

More information about how Shedeur Sanders lost Browns' QB competition emerges

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Panthers' Dave Canales discusses future of Bryce Young

Young's future with the Panthers remains uncertain.

Three NFL veterans who could be cut before Sunday’s roster deadline

Sean McVay on NFL players returning to CFB: 'I feel like I took a freakin' gummy'

NFL pundit has a spicy take on Jack Strand, Falcons QB competition

New statistical model raises red flags for Texas QB Arch Manning's NFL readiness

The 'Active 300-yard NFL passers' quiz

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / August 26

Rams HC Sean McVay shares Aaron Donald update amid Week 1 rumors

It once felt as if it was a matter of when and not if defensive superstar Aaron Donald would confirm he is coming out of retirement in time to play for the Los Angeles Rams in their regular-season opener. Suddenly, it feels like things are trending the other direction, raising questions about whether he'll return at all.

Insider shares fresh Aaron Donald prediction for Week 1

Sean McVay on NFL players returning to CFB: 'I feel like I took a freakin' gummy'

The 'Most sacks during the 2021 NFL season' quiz