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Davante Adams, Maxx Crosby praise Jimmy Garoppolo's Week 1 performance

This is the start to the season the Raiders were hoping for in one of the toughest divisions in the NFL. Whether they can remain atop the standings remains to be seen. However, there seems to be hope and belief in the Raiders locker room they can win a lot of games with Jimmy G. under center this season. 

Packers HC Matt LaFleur makes bold statement about QB Jordan Love

Although the energy in the Packers locker room seems in the right place, LaFleur and Love aren't getting too high about the win over the Bears. They know this is just the beginning of the season and the beginning of a new era.

Aidan Hutchinson: Lions are 'a gritty team'

The Lions defeated the defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs on "Thursday Night Football" 21-20 to kick off the season. The victory is the biggest the Lions have had in quite some time, the type that can make a locker believe in one another swiftly.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert talks facing new-look Dolphins defense

The Dolphins have a new defensive coordinator in 65-year-old Vic Fangio, who's known for coaching stingy units in "bend but don't break" fashion. Herbert is excited for the challenge Fangio presents.

Being Joe Burrow's teammate 'big part' of Will Grier signing with Bengals

Quarterback Will Grier found himself on the chopping block earlier this week after the Dallas Cowboys traded for Trey Lance. However, it didn't take Grier long to find a new and better home. 

Arizona Cardinals QB situation is getting increasingly ridiculous

The Arizona Cardinals have yet to determine who their Week 1 starting quarterback will be less than two weeks away from the start of the regular season.

Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham impresses Sean Payton with 'really hot' preseason finale

Denver Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham has shown nice signs of developmental progress this preseason.

Cowboys HC calls Will Grier's preseason performance best since 1999

The Dallas Cowboys made a trade with the San Francisco 49ers over the weekend to acquire quarterback Trey Lance for a fourth-round pick.

The Cardinals must roll with Clayton Tune as starting QB

With starting quarterback Kyler Murray still recovering from a torn ACL last season, it appears that either veteran Colt McCoy or fifth-round rookie Clayton Tune will start for the Cardinals to begin the season.

Trevor Lawrence impressed by 'unbelievable plays' from CFL record-holder

Winning games and turning heads isn't anything new for Rourke, who was prolific last season for the CFL's BC Lions.

Ron Rivera 'very encouraged' by QB Sam Howell's preseason opener

Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell is entering his second year in the NFL. And after starting just one game as a rookie, Howell's in line to start Week 1 and beyond for the Commanders this season.

Seahawks HC addresses QB Drew Lock's role for upcoming season

It wasn't long ago that Drew Lock was perceived as the quarterback of the future for the Denver Broncos. After a mediocre three years in Denver, Lock was sent to the Seattle Seahawks in the Russell Wilson trade last offseason.  Lock would wind up not playing a snap in 2022.

Bill Belichick commends rookie QB's 'poise' and 'toughness'

Through the ages it seems like the Patriots and Belichick consistently strike gold and find diamonds in the rough. Cunningham seems like a keeper and yet another gem picked up by Belichick. 

Lions head coach Dan Campbell praises 'violent' Aidan Hutchinson

If the Lions are to get back to the playoffs for the first time since 2016, Hutchinson will be a big part of that postseason push.

Jimmy Garoppolo feels Raiders offense has 'buzz going on'

Garoppolo told the media on Wednesday that the Raiders' offensive scheme has a lot more pre-snap diagnosis than the 49ers and "a lot more work for the quarterback."

Anthony Richardson to start Colts preseason opener

The Indianapolis Colts are perceived to have a quarterback competition between veteran Gardner Minshew and rookie Anthony Richardson. However, things may be trending in Richardson's direction.

Lions HC Dan Campbell calls new RB tandem a 'two-headed monster'

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is a firm believer that it takes more than one good running back to be successful in the NFL.

Trevon Diggs, Dak Prescott address trash-talking controversy

In a viral video, Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs was captured saying some colorful words to quarterback Dak Prescott.

Max Scherzer happy he finished strong in Rangers debut

New Texas Rangers starter Max Scherzer scuffled early in his team debut before settling into a groove.

Kenny Pickett ready to 'see where the chips fall' in tough AFC North

The Steelers enter 2023 with heightened expectations but also the reality of an incredibly tough division. The team's quarterback is ready to let it rip and see what happens.

Rangers manager Bruce Bochy on Max Scherzer trade: 'We mean business'

The Texas Rangers have been among the biggest and best surprises of the 2023 MLB season. They are currently 60-46 and have a half-game lead on the Houston

Raiders WR says Jimmy Garoppolo is 'what you want in a quarterback'

It was an atrocious first year on the job for Las Vegas head coach Josh McDaniels in 2022. The Raiders went 6-11 and franchise quarterback Derek Carr is now with the New Orleans Saints. 

Cubs will reportedly pursue Shohei Ohtani in free agency

The Chicago Cubs are 52-51, currently have a seven-game winning streak cooking and how they're trending could impact what they do this offseason. 

David Ross says Cubs 'got to win games' with trade deadline looming

The Chicago Cubs have been equally fun and frustrating this season. When the Cubs are hot, they're an inferno. But when they're cold, they're subarctic. 

Bengals owner explains how Joe Burrow's contract impacts re-signing star WRs

The Bengals are currently negotiating a contract extension with QB Joe Burrow, which is their top priority, but other contract issues are soon on the horizon for the franchise.