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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / August 11
Yannick Ngakoue Eyeing NFL Return
Yannick Ngakoue spent 2025 out of football. The veteran edge rusher is aiming to return to the NFL this season, however. Ngakoue worked on returning to full health last year but has spent the past several months preparing for a resumption of his playing career, NFL insider Jordan Schultz notes.
New England Patriots News / Boston Sports Journal / March 5, 2025
Patriots free agency preview - Need an 'edge'
Part 6 in a series on free agency, which begins March 10 at Noon. Today's focus is on defensive end. Cornerback Interior defensive line Safety Wide receivers Running backs It's harder to find things the Patriots did well last season than the opposite.
Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 3, 2025
2 Ex-Pro Bowl Options For Eagles Before Playoffs
The Philadelphia Eagles are preparing for a playoff run. There's just one more week to go in the regular season before the Eagles will face off against either the Washington Commanders or Green Bay Packers in the first round of the playoffs.
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 1, 2025
Jerod Mayo explains Patriots rationale behind releasing Yannick Ngakoue
After turning in one of the worst losses of the 2024 NFL season against the Los Angeles Chargers, 40-7, it’s clear the New England Patriots need to make some changes.
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.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 31, 2024
Patriots release former Pro Bowler after gaffe vs. Chargers
The New England Patriots suffered arguably their worst loss of the 2024 campaign in Week 17, as they were romped by the Los Angeles Chargers, with the final score settling in at 40-7.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31, 2024
Patriots Waiving OLB Yannick Ngakoue
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Patriots are waiving OLB Yannick Ngakoue. Ngakoue, 29, is a former third-round pick of the Jaguars back in 2016 out of Maryland.
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 / Athlon Sports / November 30, 2024
Should Philly Sign Yannick Ngakoue?
Whether the team wants to admit it or not, the Philadelphia Eagles are reeling after the season-ending injury to defensive end Brandon Graham. Philadelphia's longest-tenured football player in team history suffered a torn triceps injury during the Eagles' 37-20 win over the Los Angeles Rams.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 20, 2024
Patriots Sign LB Away from Colts
The New England Patriots are continuing to make moves as they look to bring in talent for the future. Bringing in Yannick Ngakoue was a sizable move that the Patriots hope will bolster their pass-rush.
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 16, 2024
Patriots’ Jerod Mayo gives first impressions of Yannick Ngakoue
When the New England Patriots decided to claim Yannick Ngakoue off of waivers after being released by the Baltimore Ravens, it turned heads around the NFL.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 14, 2024
Patriots New Defender Reveals First Thoughts About Team
The New England Patriots recently made the move to claim veteran pass-rusher Yannick Ngakoue. All season long, the Patriots have struggled to find consistent in the pass rushing side of the defense.
Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / November 9, 2024
AFC North Rival Pursued Former Ravens DE
On Friday, the Baltimore Ravens officially said goodbye to defensive end Yannick Ngakoue for a second time after the New England Patriots claimed him off waivers.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / November 8, 2024
Patriots add former Pro Bowl pass-rusher off waivers
He brings value to the table with 70.5 career sacks to his name, including 5.5 over the last season-and-a-half.
Baltimore Ravens News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7, 2024
Ravens waive former Pro Bowl defensive end
The Baltimore Ravens are taking a chance with a former Pro Bowl player.
Baltimore Ravens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 14, 2024
Ravens Signing OLB Yannick Ngakoue To Active Roster
The Baltimore Ravens are signing OLB Yannick Ngakoue to their active roster, according to Adam Schefter. Ngakoue, 29, is a former third-round pick of the Jaguars back in 2016 out of Maryland.
Baltimore Ravens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 5, 2024
Ravens Elevating RB Chris Collier & DE Yannick Ngakoue
The Ravens announced they have elevated RB Chris Collier and DE Yannick Ngakoue for Week 5. Ngakoue, 29, is a former third-round pick of the Jaguars back in 2016 out of Maryland.
Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / September 27, 2024
Veteran LB's Return to Ravens 'Meant to Be'
In returning to the Baltimore Ravens, former Pro Bowl defensive end Yannick Ngakoue now looks for redemption. Ngakoue's previous stint in Baltimore was brief, as he came over from the Minnesota Vikings at the 2020 trade deadline.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23, 2024
Ravens reunite with former Pro Bowl defensive lineman
The Baltimore Ravens are bolstering their pass rush by bringing in a former Pro Bowl player.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / July 12, 2024
Miami Dolphins Urged To Sign Former Pro Bowl Pass Rusher
The Miami Dolphins are led by their elite offense. If they want to climb the ranks of contenders in the AFC, they need to get better production out of their defense.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / July 8, 2024
Atlanta Falcons Could Pursue Former Pro Bowl Pass-Rusher
The Atlanta Falcons surprised a lot of people with how they handled the 2024 NFL offseason. After signing veteran Kirk Cousins in free agency, they selected Michael Penix Jr.
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 18, 2024
Why Bears Can Be Expected to Treat Yannick Ngakoue as Last Resort
It's very telling when a debate about the best free agents still available after OTAs and minicamps fails to mention Yannick Ngakoue. A Sports Illustrated panel last week discussed this topic and not a single one produced Ngakuoe's name, even though he has had only one season with less than eight sacks.
Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / May 19, 2024
Three offseason moves the Seahawks must make
The Seattle Seahawks need to keep making moves if they're going to keep their heads above water in an ultra-competitive NFC West.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / May 7, 2024
Las Vegas Raiders Urged To Pursue Former Pro Bowl Pass Rusher
The Las Vegas Raiders could use some depth at edge rusher behind Maxx Crosby and Malcolm Koonce, and Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox sees a perfect target for them: Yannick Ngakoue.
Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / February 7, 2024
Yannick Ngakoue's 2024 free agency contract projection
The NFL's regular season is over, which for most teams, means it's time to start figuring out plans for the offseason. NFL free agency is a huge part of the process, and along with the NFL Draft, it has everyone preparing for what should be a very active couple of months.
Chicago Bears News / Pro Football Rumors / December 13, 2023
Bears Pro Bowl DE out for season
The Bears will be without one of their starting defensive ends for the season’s remainder.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 11, 2023
Bears were targeting All-Pro OLB if they didn’t land Yannick Ngakoue
The Bears had a contingency plan to sign four-time Pro Bowl edge-rusher Justin Houston had things not worked out with Ngakoue.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 4, 2023
Bears ink best available defensive free agent to bolster pass rush
The Chicago Bears are signing a top pass-rusher ahead of the 2023 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 6, 2023
Five best NFL free agents who are still available
Ezekiel Elliott is among the quality players left on the free-agent market looking to catch on with a team before training camp starts near the end of July.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 4, 2023
DE Yannick Ngakoue isn’t an option for Bears
Despite needing to upgrade the pass-rush, it doesn't appear the Ngakoue is legitimate target for the Bears.
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