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Colum Dell

Colum is a Texas transplant, born and raised in New Jersey. In addition to being a West Virginia University alumnus, he is a long-suffering New York Giants, Knicks and Mets fan. He joined Yardbarker in November 2022 and has primarily covered the NFL since. You can find him on X @columdell

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Three storylines to monitor in the Giants-Jets 'Snoopy Bowl'

All eyes will be on Aaron Rodgers, who is seeing his first preseason action since 2018. But there are other issues at hand for these two teams.

Three wide receivers to avoid in fantasy football

Here are three wide receivers you should consider fading in 12-team ESPN PPR redraft leagues when on the clock.

Titans' Will Levis details how he stayed 'sane' during draft-day slide

Being selected 33rd overall wasn't what quarterback Will Levis envisioned on draft night, but the 24-year-old believes Tennessee is where he is meant to be.

Three potential breakout wide receivers in fantasy football

As the NFL preseason draws to a close, fantasy football drafts are about to get underway. The wide receiver position has never been more prevalent in fantasy

Three must-draft mid-round running backs in fantasy football

The NFL preseason is nearing an end, which means fantasy football drafts are quickly approaching. More often than not, the fantasy manager who hits on

AFC East stock up, stock down: Dolphins are fine without Dalvin Cook and more

With the second week of preseason winding down, it's becoming apparent which players will make an impact on their respective teams. Here's how six stocks in the AFC East are shaping up heading into this season.  Stock up Salvon Ahmed, Miami Dolphins running back: Dalvin who?

Three backs with RB1 upside in fantasy football

With the NFL preseason winding down, fantasy football drafts are ramping up. Here are three running backs with the upside to be the top overall player at their position this season. 

Four quarterbacks you must draft in fantasy football

The 2023 NFL season is quickly approaching, which means most fantasy football drafts are right around the corner. Here are four quarterbacks with too much value to ignore when selecting your team.

Three takeaways from the Giants' preseason win over the Panthers

The Giants defeated the Panthers 21-19 on Friday, securing their first win of the 2023 preseason. Here are three takeaways from New York's performance. 

Three storylines to monitor in Giants' second preseason game

The Giants host the Panthers in their second preseason action of the 2023 season on Friday. Here are three storylines to monitor for New York. 

Adam Schefter rips Pro Football Hall of Fame selection process after latest snub of Mike Shanahan

ESPN's Adam Schefter shredded the Pro Football Hall of Fame's selection process.

Former Giants first-round pick 'definitely eyeing' reunion with team

NFL guard Justin Pugh seems to be open to the idea of reuniting with the team that drafted him.

Dolphins' Jaylen Waddle predicted to make 'huge leap' in 2023

Despite not winning a playoff game since 2000, the Miami Dolphins enter this season with Super Bowl ambitions, and to do so, wideout Jaylen Waddle must continue his rapid development.

Five-star freshman headlines college football 'Freaks List'

His astonishing size and athleticism, Harbor could quickly become a household name and eventual first-round draft pick.

Revamped defense named Eagles' biggest flaw entering the season

The 2023 Philadelphia Eagles appear to be a top-two team in the NFC on paper, but there's no debate that the roster is in worse shape than last season.

Watch: Fans fail to recognize Giants' Daniel Jones in undercover retail worker prank

Despite being the starting quarterback of one of the NFL's historically better franchises, which is located in the country's largest media market, Daniel Jones blends in seamlessly with a crowd.

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes discusses pursuit of Tom Brady's seven titles

With future Hall of Famer Tom Brady now retired, Patrick Mahomes leads all active quarterbacks in Super Bowl wins and has his sights set on matching the G.O.A.T. 's seven titles.

Three must-watch players in Panthers' first preseason game

The Panthers host the Jets in their first preseason action of the 2023 season on Saturday at 4 p.m. ET. Here are three must-watch players for Carolina.

Three must-watch players in Giants' first preseason game

After spending a few days together at joint practices, the Giants take on the Lions in their first preseason game on Friday. Here are three must-watch players for New York. 

Matt Olson reveals Braves' secret motivational tool during 2022 division race

Professional athletes routinely insist they don't pay attention to outside noise, but it sounds like that wasn't the case with the 2022 Atlanta Braves.

Tyreek Hill makes a notable omission on his all-time receivers list

Before he could be asked to defend his selections, Hill quickly offered an explanation as to why he left Jerry Rice off his list. 

Before Eagles contract, Myles Jack mulled odd career path in case there's a 'zombie apocalypse'

Jack explained that he wanted something to keep him occupied for life after football and to learn something useful in the event that the world is overrun by zombies. 

ESPN writer predicts Cardinals to move on from Kyler Murray next offseason

When will the Arizona Cardinals move on from QB Kyler Murray?

Louis Riddick rips NFL's top 100 list over Joe Burrow's ranking

On Monday, the NFL wrapped up the annual "Top 100 Players" list by unveiling the top 10 for 2023, which, as it does seemingly every year, sparked controversy.

ESPN projects former No. 1 pick to make superstar leap in 2023

After a strong finish to the 2022 season, there are expectations for a former No. 1 pick to take the next step and break into superstar status in 2023.