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Several teams are already dealing with injuries at important positions, which could create opportunities for recognizable veterans still sitting on the open market.

NFL Week 2 prime-time predictions: Bills QB Josh Allen delivers against Lions in grand opening for $2.2B Highmark Stadium

Dan Campbell addresses Lions blockbuster trade speculation after massive cap move

Two-minute drill: Lions-Bills showdown kicks off Week 2, historic Week 1 scoring and more

The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 2

Three former first-round picks who deserve one final NFL opportunity

Maybe Joey Bosa is finished. Maybe Haason Reddick’s best days disappeared during that ridiculous Jets holdout. And maybe Mekhi Becton will never become the blocker teams imagined when he entered the league.

Odell Beckham Jr. targeting Super Bowl with Giants

Trainer for Patriots' Christian Gonzalez shares massive update

Adam Schefter shares update about Raiders' eventual QB switch

Jets reporter shares notable update on Mike Tomlin, Aaron Glenn rumors

Texans GM addresses C.J. Stroud contract situation

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 25

Reporter suggests three players Patriots could add amid depth concerns

Could the Patriots make a defensive addition before the season gets underway?

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

Patriots trade expendable WR Kayshon Boutte for secondary depth

Patriots' Mike Vrabel pumps brakes on growing Drake Maye hype

Mike Vrabel addresses apparent shot at Patriots' backups after preseason win over Eagles

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Nick Bosa Suggests Joey Bosa Might Not Play In 2026

Earlier this offseason, ESPN’s Adam Schefter expressed his belief that free agent DE Joey Bosa has played his final snap in the NFL 49ers DE Nick Bosa also suggested a few months ago that his older brother’s playing days are over, and he again implied the same sentiment recently.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Buffalo Bills News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26

Joey Bosa is reportedly considering retirement

Joey Bosa remains unsigned with the calendar about to turn over to July, and it might stay that way. In the latest edition of his podcast, ESPN’s Adam Schefter suggested that Bosa has likely played his final NFL down and will retire.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker / June 25

Massive Joey Bosa update emerges amid free-agency rumors

Veteran defensive end Joey Bosa remained a free agent through the start of the NFL's summer break.

Commanders may have familiar name as eventual replacement for Dan Quinn in mind

Do or die at training camp: Five NFL players who must impress or risk being cut

The 'NFL tackle leaders by season' quiz

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 24

Joey Bosa Likely Finished With NFL Career?

Joey Bosa has been mentioned as a potential free agent target for several teams in need of a veteran edge rusher, but he may not have designs on returning to the field anytime soon.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 24

Schefter: More Likely Than Not Joey Bosa Is Done Playing

Veteran DE Joey Bosa continues to wait in free agency as one of the most notable unsigned veterans. ESPN’s Adam Schefter’s latest comments suggest he might

Minnesota Vikings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 16

Vikings Looking For Veteran Edge Rusher Depth

Per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert, “it is a certainty” the Vikings will be on the lookout for veteran help at edge rusher as training camp approaches. Seifert said Minnesota is set with Andrew Van Ginkel and Dallas Turner as starters, but depth is needed after trading Jonathan Greenard to the Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 16

Browns reporter addresses Bosa rumors after Garrett trade

Browns reporter addresses Joey Bosa rumors after Myles Garrett trade

The Browns presumably needed help at pass-rusher before the club traded two-time Defensive Player of the Year Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams.

Browns reportedly make major Brendan Sorsby decision amid renewed Eagles rumors

Browns' Todd Monken could get 'uncomfortable' with handling of Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson competition

Deion Sanders breaks silence about Browns' QB competition

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 13

49ers insider addresses rumored Joey Bosa move

With OTAs and minicamp in the record books, it's somewhat surprising to see that Bosa is still unsigned.

49ers' George Kittle sends messages to NFL about Kyle Shanahan, Mac Jones

Brandon Aiyuk insults 'dumb' 49ers amid career uncertainty

The 'NFL Defensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / May 30

Joey Bosa Not Certain To Play In 2026?

A number of veteran edge rushers remain unsigned at this time. Joey Bosa is among them, and there have been no indications a deal is imminent in his case.

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The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29

Nick Bosa provides update on brother Joey’s playing status

San Francisco 49ers pass rusher Nick Bosa offered something of an update on whether brother Joey is close to finding a team for 2026. Nick Bosa was asked about his brother on Thursday, and suggested that Joey is not focusing too much on football at the moment.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 29

49ers' Nick Bosa, Kyle Shanahan address Joey Bosa rumors

Throughout the offseason, stories have linked free-agent defensive end Joey Bosa with the San Francisco 49ers. That's understandable, as the 49ers already employ star pass-rusher Nick Bosa.

Why Bills reportedly have made this Keon Coleman trade decision

Bills' DJ Moore acknowledges 'growing pains' in transition to new team

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 26

AFC contender tabbed as an 'obvious fit' for Joey Bosa

Injury concerns will always linger with the former Los Angeles Chargers star, but he's been mostly healthy for the past couple of years.

Bills QB Josh Allen shares the one thing he does that bugs wife Hailee Steinfeld

Myles Murphy echoes Joe Burrow about Bengals' offseason, opens up about having option declined

Joe Flacco explains why he returned to Bengals for 19th season

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / May 19

Insider names Joey Bosa best remaining fit for Cowboys

Cowboys insider names Joey Bosa best remaining free-agent fit for Dallas

This offseason, the Dallas Cowboys have tried to reshape their defense.

Cowboys may have an in-house replacement for George Pickens

Emmitt Smith has strong reaction to Cowboys' controversial George Pickens decision

Dak Prescott has a plan for dealing with brutal part of Cowboys' 2026 schedule

Giants HC John Harbaugh sends warning to Cowboys ahead of Week 1 showdown

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 11

Three current NFL free agents who can help a team win this season

For those teams with gaps on their rosters, including teams with Super Bowl aspirations, there's talent to be had out there.

Dianna Russini may still have an ace up her sleeve in Mike Vrabel saga

NFL executives share gloomy outlook for Patriots amid Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini controversy

Mike Vrabel scandal may cost the Patriots A.J. Brown

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 4

Joey Bosa's best fit might be in the NFC East

Should this NFC East team make a move for Bosa?

George Pickens' likely plan is a major win for the Cowboys

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer sends warning to NFL about George Pickens after franchise tag decision

The 'All-time sack leader by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 30

49ers appear to have made final decision about possibly signing Joey Bosa

The former Los Angeles Chargers star is a free agent after a brief tenure with the Buffalo Bills, and San Francisco has been floated as his most likely destination.

The 'Defensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 29

49ers respond to Joey Bosa rumors

Will the San Francisco 49ers pair Joey Bosa with his brother Nick on their pass rush next season? The question has been raised in recent days, but fans should not get their hopes up.

Buffalo Bills News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23

Joey Bosa floated as a possible target by a Super Bowl contender

Veteran defensive end Joey Bosa is still looking for a new contract amid the NFL free agency. Bosa, who last suited up for the Buffalo Bills in the 2025

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 17

Top remaining NFL free agents and their likely landing spots

We break down some of the top remaining free agents, exploring why they're still available and predicting their most likely landing spots based on team needs, scheme compatibility and market dynamics.

Only one team makes sense for Jauan Jennings

49ers may keep Brandon Aiyuk for one reason

Nomadic QB Josh Johnson will be back in the NFL again in 2026

Darnell Mooney would be another strong addition for Giants' WR room

Dallas Goedert makes move that could help Eagles trade A.J. Brown

10 best NFL free-agent signings of the past 20 years

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 23

Signing Joey Bosa would be a costly mistake for 49ers

There seems to have been a recent push for Joey Bosa to sign with the San Francisco 49ers.

49ers linked to veteran WR with off-field concerns

49ers free agency: Is Najee Harris an ideal backup for Christian McCaffrey?

What is the 49ers' biggest need entering the NFL Scouting Combine?

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

Buffalo Bills News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17

Joey Bosa slams his helmet after Bills’ playoff loss

Joey Bosa was furious after his Buffalo Bills lost 33-30 in overtime to the Denver Broncos in their AFC Divisional playoff game at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colo., on Saturday.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker / October 4

Bills DE Joey Bosa reveals his mindset on injuries

Bosa is trying not to think about his previous injuries this season.

Patriots' Carlton Davis III explains how Bills' Josh Allen plays 'real football'

Bills signing veteran punter amid injury to Cameron Johnston

25 old-school NFL star defensive players modern fans should know

The 'Multiple 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 15, 2025

A pessimist's guide to the 2025 Buffalo Bills

Sitting atop the AFC East with NFL MVP Josh Allen at quarterback, it’s hard (but not impossible) to find fault with the Buffalo Bills. Here’s what we found for dubious fans.

An optimist's guide to the 2025 Buffalo Bills

Bills two-time Pro Bowler pulls unconventional move amid contract dispute

Travis Kelce reportedly made significant change during offseason

The 25 worst NFL teams from the modern era

The 'NFL rookies with 10+ sacks' quiz