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Bruce Ewing

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Bruce Ewing is 183 pounds of twisted steel and Happy Meals. His work has appeared on Yardbarker, 5th Down Fantasy, Inside the Iggles and MSN. Give a Philly fan a break and follow him on Twitter/X at @fantasybruce.

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NFL, Philadelphia Eagles, WWE

Four well-paid players who will dominate fantasy football in 2025

Several NFL players signed lucrative contract extensions in the offseason, but not all of them will carry their good fortune to fantasy football. Here are five who will.

Four high-risk, high-reward options for fantasy football

Fantasy football is not for the weak. It takes guts to draft an unproven running back or injured wide receiver. Here are five players that could make or break your roster in 2025.

Sizzling AFC training-camp position battles

The NFL preseason schedule will begin July 31, with the regular season to follow on Sept. 4. Ahead of the start of games, Yardbarker NFL writers spotlight the hottest position battles in training camp for each AFC team.

The fantastic fourth-round picks of the NFC East

To celebrate the opening of Marvel’s "Fantastic Four" (and NFL training camps), we’re highlighting the fourth-round picks of the NFC East as they get ready to do their thing.

The fantastic fourth-round picks of the AFC East

To celebrate the opening of Marvel’s new movie "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" (and NFL training camps), we’re highlighting the fourth-round picks of the AFC East as they get ready to do their thing, catch fire and take the league by storm.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2025 New England Patriots

This year, we’re using an online version of the Magic 8 Ball to answer a few questions about the New England Patriots. 

AFC: Top non-QB storylines entering training camp

Yardbarker's NFL writers came together this week to identify the top non-QB storylines each team is facing heading into camp. 

Magic 8 Ball predictions for 2025 Buffalo Bills

What did the Magic 8 ball predict for the 2025 Buffalo Bills?

Magic 8 Ball predictions for 2025 Washington Commanders

Let's see what the Magic 8 Ball predicts for the 2025 Commanders.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2025 New York Giants

The Magic 8 Ball is back. Last year, an online version of the toy predicted a bounce-back year for former Giants quarterback Daniel Jones. Let’s see if it does any better in 2025.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2025 Dallas Cowboys

Let’s see what the classic toy thinks about the 2025 Dallas Cowboys.

AFC under-the-radar rookies, training camp reporting dates

The first round of the NFL Draft doesn't produce all the stars. Teams mine gems beyond the first 32 picks.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles

At long last, the Magic 8 Ball is back. Last year, we used an online version of the classic toy to predict a bounceback season for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts … and incorrectly denied Philly the NFC East. Let’s see how it does in 2025.

Watch out for these 'Supermen' of the NFC East

Which NFL players will take their teams up, up and away in 2025? With DC’s Superman about to hit theaters and training camps not far behind, we had some thoughts about the NFC East.

Watch out for these 'Supermen' of the AFC East

With DC’s Superman about to hit theaters and NFL training camps not far off, we’ve identified players most likely to take their AFC East teams up, up and away in 2025.

Grading the nicknames of AFC quarterbacks

NFL quarterbacks are called many names, depending on their level of play. We looked at those given by friends and teammates and gave a letter grade for each.

Grading the nicknames of NFC quarterbacks

NFL quarterbacks hear all kinds of names, depending on their level of play. We’ve focused on those given by friends and family, and gave a letter grade for each NFC one.

Five retired NFL players we want back in 2025

In case you missed it, former Giants’ tight end Darren Waller announced he’s coming out of retirement to play for the Dolphins next season. That’s great, but the NFL can do better. 

Four last-minute free agents for NFL teams

Training camps aren’t far off, but some big-name free agents are still on the market. Here’s the best of what’s left.

Offensive fireworks? Grading AFC skill-position groups

The usual suspects — we're looking at you, Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals — should again have high-powered offenses. But what teams could enter the 2025 NFL season with dreadful offenses?

A pessimist's guide to the 2025 New England Patriots

With a new head coach, an offensive coordinator on his third stint with the team and a host of player additions, Patriots fans may be feeling optimistic about next season, but here’s why they should lower expectations.

An optimist's guide to the 2025 New England Patriots

It’s been a rough couple of years, but here’s why fans should feel optimistic about the 2025 season.

NFL hot takes: One AFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025

Sizzle or fizzle? For dozens of NFL players, it's time for them to finally shine in the white-hot spotlight. Ahead of training camps opening in late July, Yardbarker NFL writers identify a player on each AFC team who must get hot this season.

A pessimist's guide to the 2025 New York Jets

It’s been 10 years since the Jets had a winning record. Here’s why next year will be no different