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NFL News / West Virginia Mountaineers on SI / October 18
WVU QB Mike Hawkins Jr. Is Deserving of Being in the Heisman Trophy Conversation
At last, West Virginia has a superstar talent at the quarterback position. It's been nearly a decade since the last one rolled through (Will Grier), and things are looking extremely bright in Morgantown with Mike Hawkins Jr.
Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 26
Former Cowboys QB returns to Dallas in surprising new role
Former Cowboys backup quarterback Will Grier, a third-round pick of Carolina and one-time West Virginia star, retired as a player on July 16, 2026. Now
Dallas Cowboys News / Total Pro Sports / July 25
Dallas Cowboys Hire Former Quarterback As New Coach, Just One Week After His Retirement
The Dallas Cowboys have brought back a familiar face ahead of training camp. Former NFL quarterback Will Grier is returning to Dallas, this time as an offensive assistant under head coach Brian Schottenheimer for the 2026 season.
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
Carolina Panthers News / QBFanCentral / July 25
Ex-Panthers QB takes major U-turn on retirement after just 9 days
Just nine days after stepping away from his playing career on July 15, former NFL quarterback Will Grier is officially back in the league. This time, the
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.
Dallas Cowboys News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 25
Dallas Cowboys Add Former All-Big 12 Quarterback To Coaching Staff
Will Grier’s playing career may be over, but his time with the Dallas Cowboys certainly isn’t. After announcing his retirement earlier this month, the former NFL quarterback is returning to Dallas as an offensive assistant under head coach Brian Schottenheimer.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 24
Cowboys Add Will Grier To Coaching Staff
Nine days after announcing his retirement, former quarterback Will Grier has already lined up his next job in the NFL. The 31-year-old is returning to Dallas to join Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer‘s staff as an offensive assistant, Todd Archer of ESPN reports.
Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / July 24
The Dallas Cowboys have added a familiar quarterback to their ranks before training camp — but there’s a catch
Latest reports confirm a Dallas Cowboys growing suspicion of a brewing reunion between the team and a former quarterback of the franchise. Well, I’d brag about seeing this one coming from a mile away, but I think pretty much everyone did.
NFL News / Inside The Star / July 18
Will Grier’s Cowboys Story May Not Be Over
Will Grier retired from the NFL at 31, but I have a hard time believing he’s done with football. The Carolina Panthers placed him on the reserve/retired list after bringing him back on a one-year deal this offseason.
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 / QBFanCentral / July 16
Former Cowboys QB who played just 2 NFL games retires at 31
The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Will Grier has finally hung up his cleats after the Carolina Panthers put him on the reserved/retired list ahead of the 2026 NFL training camp. “Carolina Panthers placed 31-year-old veteran quarterback Will Grier on the reserved/retired list today,” Adam Schefter wrote on Instagram.
NFL News / Total Pro Sports / July 16
Ex-Cowboys Quarterback Announces Sudden Retirement At 31, Just Before Training Camp
Will Grier’s second stint with the Carolina Panthers has come to an unexpected end before it ever really began. The Panthers placed the 31-year-old quarterback on the reserve/retired list on Wednesday after he informed them of his decision to retire.
Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 16
Dak Prescott’s close ally could rejoin the Cowboys following the NFL exit
Former quarterback Will Grier’s NFL playing career may be over, but his ties to the Dallas Cowboys could bring him back. One NFL analyst believes Grier could join head coach Brian Schottenheimer’s coaching staff, citing his close relationship with the franchise QB, Dak Prescott.
Carolina Panthers News / CincinnatiBengalsCommunity / July 16
Veteran NFL quarterback Will Grier retires after seven seasons
Quarterback Will Grier has called time on his NFL career after seven seasons, ending a journey that took him through six franchises. The Carolina Panthers announced on Wednesday that the 31-year-old has retired, despite rejoining the team earlier this offseason.
NFL News / Viral Sports News / July 16
Former Big 12 Star QB, Heisman Candidate Suddenly Retires
Will Grier, the talented quarterback who once lit up the college football scene for the West Virginia Mountaineers, has decided to hang up his cleats after a seven-year journey in the National Football League.
Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / July 15
Former Cowboys QB announces retirement after 7 seasons in the NFL
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Will Grier’s pursuit of one final NFL opportunity has come to an unexpected end, as the QB announced his retirement at the age of 31 after playing for seven seasons in the NFL.
Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
Panthers QB retires from the NFL after seven seasons
The Carolina Panthers’ depth chart has an opening in the quarterback room now. On Wednesday, veteran Will Grier decided to retire from the NFL, and the team put him on the reserve/retired list.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13
QB Will Grier Considered Position On Cowboys’ Coaching Staff Prior To Panthers Signing
Will Grier‘s football journey continued in 2026 with a return to the Panthers being worked out. The veteran quarterback is set to handle No. 3 duties with his original team as a result.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 12
Cowboys Offered Will Grier Job On Coaching Staff
Per Joseph Person of The Athletic, the Cowboys offered QB Will Grier a spot on their coaching staff before he signed with the Panthers. Grier spent last year on Dallas’ practice squad and was leaning towards taking the job before Carolina called, per Person.
Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / March 12
Cowboys Release QB Will Grier
The Cowboys are clearing some QB depth. According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, the team is cutting quarterback Will Grier. A 2019 third-round pick by the Panthers, Grier had been with the Cowboys organization for the past year-plus.
Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 2
Cowboys Sign QB Will Grier To Futures Deal
The Dallas Cowboys announced Monday that they’ve signed QB Will Grier to a futures contract for the 2026 season. Futures contracts are essentially camp invites that will allow players to compete for roster spots during offseason workouts and training camp.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 23, 2024
Eagles signing former Cowboys quarterback
The Philadelphia Eagles are poaching yet another former division rival.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 7, 2024
Patriots reportedly went back on their word to former QB
The Patriots have mismanaged many things this season, but the quarterback position sticks out as arguably the biggest.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / November 25, 2023
Patriots waive another QB from roster
The Patriots’ backup QB carousel continues amid poor play at the position all season.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / November 25, 2023
Analyst calls Bill Belichick quarterback decision 'bizarre'
New England Patriots HC Bill Belichick still has yet to name a starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the New York Giants. Psychological warfare or simple poor roster construction?
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / November 21, 2023
Insider explains why Patriots may sit QB Mac Jones vs. Giants
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick may sit starting quarterback Mac Jones for this Sunday's game.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 11, 2023
Insider: Patriots have surprising backup plan if Mac Jones gets benched again
It appears that the New England Patriots are bracing for the worst regarding starting quarterback Mac Jones.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 26, 2023
Why the Cowboys are making this offensive change before Patriots game
The Dallas Cowboys fear the New England Patriots already obtained vital intel before their matchup on Sunday, spurring a notable offensive change.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 1, 2023
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 30, 2023
Are the Bengals the biggest winner of the Trey Lance trade?
The Cincinnati Bengals might be the biggest winner of the Trey Lance trade.
Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 27, 2023
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.
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