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On TwitterNFL rankings: Teams best, worst equipped for challenging season
The altered offseason probably will disproportionately impact franchises that made big changes or ones set to rely on rookies in essential roles. With that in mind, Yardbarker ranks NFL teams on their ability to navigate a COVID-19-plagued season.
These Achilles' heels could hamstring Super Bowl contenders
NFL training camps are scheduled to open in two weeks. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Michael Nania and Chris Mueller identify the major flaw on six Super Bowl contenders.
Six NFL defenders primed to break out in Year 2
Steelers linebacker Devin Bush quickly improved after a slow start as a rookie in 2019. He's among six players on defense whom Yardbarker's Michael Nania and Sam Robinson believe will make a Year 2 leap.
Six reasons Cam Newton may not start for Patriots
In his past five games over the 2018 and 2019 seasons, Newton has been alarmingly ineffective, writes Yardbarker's Michael Nania.
A lock for stardom? Denver QB, five other players who could boom or bust
With an offense beefed up in the draft and free agency, the Broncos are eager to see if second-year QB Drew Lock is the real deal. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Chris Mueller and Michael Nania weigh in on players who could either be stellar ... or stinkers in 2020.
Fabulous (Bucs) to failure (Texans): Offseason grades for all NFL teams
The draft and free agency are in the rear-view mirror. It's time to grade the offseasons of all 32 teams. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Chris Mueller and Michael Nania weigh in.
Why these NFL powers could sink in 2020
The Patriots, Packers and Rams could be in big trouble. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania explain why.
Ideal landing spots for intriguing NFL free agents
Edge rusher Vinny Curry is a great fit for the Raiders, who need all the pass-rushing aid they can get, writes Yardbarker's Michael Nania. Sam Robinson and Chris Mueller also weigh in on free agents still available.
Pass/fail: Assessing NFL's best, worst quarterback situations
The Saints have the NFL's all-time leading passer as starting QB. His backup led the league in passing last season. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Chris Mueller and Michael Nania weigh in on the best and worst quarterback rooms in the NFL.
An empty feeling: Three NFL teams with major holes to fill
After Ben Roethlisberger's 2019 season ended with an elbow injury, Steelers backup QB were underwhelming. But Pittsburgh has done nothing in the offseason to address the position. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania examines teams with greatest voids.
Teams that crushed it (Cowboys!) or blew it (Patriots) in draft
Besides Dallas, who else had a great draft? Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Chris Mueller and Michael Nania weigh in.
Boom or bust? Why first-round picks will/won't succeed
The 2020 first round is in the books, from No. 1 Joe Burrow (Bengals) to No. 32 Clyde Edwards-Helaire (Chiefs). It may be years before we get a true indication of each player's NFL value. But here's a super-early assessment of why each may excel ... or each could flop.
Three teams that must excel in NFL Draft
New Bucs QB Tom Brady has outstanding skill-position receivers, but Tampa Bay must improve its offensive line. Yardbarker's Michael Nania, Sam Robinson and Chris Mueller weigh in on teams that must excel in this week's NFL Draft.
Why Raiders, Cardinals, Colts are in prime position to rise
With major upgrades on defense, the Raiders appear ready to make a leap in Las Vegas. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania spotlight the teams that have had outstanding offseasons.
Why offseasons for Bears, Giants, Texans are NFL's most baffling
The Bears' acquistion of quarterback Nick Foles could be more trouble than it's worth. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania examine three nonsensical offseasons.
Ultimate scouting report: What's wrong with Jameis Winston?
Yardbarker's Michael Nania watched the All-22 angles of every play from Jameis Winston’s 2019 season, grading each one (excluding handoffs) to gauge his true overall performance.
And the winner of NFL offseason so far is ...
The Browns, Dolphins and Broncos made significant offseason additions. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Michael Nania and Sam Robinson highlight the best move and an under-the-radar move for each team.
Three superb value signings in NFL free agency
Cornerbacks Chris Harris (Chargers) and Bryan Poole (Jets) and linebacker Cory Littleton (Raiders) are free-agency bargains. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, Michael Nania and Chris Mueller explain why.
On one-year deal, Rivers a good fit for win-now Colts
Philip Rivers can help the Colts maximize their special offensive front and buy Indianapolis time to find and develop a young QB, Yardbarker's Michael Nania writes.
Grading major deals: Texans flunk with Hopkins trade; Colts, Dolphins, Bills shine
The free-agency legal tampering period began Monday, but a major trade took center stage. In a move widely panned, the Texans dealt receiver De'Andre Hopkins to the Cardinals.
Ideal landing spot for free agents Bridgewater, Rivers, Winston
Tom Brady is the biggest name in free agency, but quarterbacks Teddy Bridgewater, Philip Rivers and Jameis Wisnton also could jump-start a new team. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania offer possible landing spots.
Every throw graded: Ultimate scouting report of Giants' Daniel Jones
Daniel Jones showed flashes of brilliance during his rookie season, but he clearly has much room for improvement. Yardbarker's Michael Nania explains what the sixth overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft must do to take his game to the next level.
For cost-conscious shoppers, these free-agent RBs could be bargains
Kenyan Drake, Melvin Gordon and Lamar Miller are good options for running back-needy teams. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania weigh in.
Potential landing spots for 10 under-the-radar free agents
If a team scouts well, it can acquire numerous contributors for the price of one big-name free agent.
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