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Some have tabbed ESPN's McAfee as a potential replacement for Aikman on ESPN's "Monday Night Football."

Tension between Troy Aikman, Joe Buck reportedly building amid ESPN's delayed contract talks with former Cowboys QB

ESPN's post-Troy Aikman plan should begin with Greg Olsen

Who could replace Troy Aikman on 'MNF'? Five names to watch during possible 2027 broadcasting musical chairs

The 'QB and head coach from the 1999 NFL playoff teams' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 12

Adam Schefter shares massive Lamar Jackson, Cam Jurgens updates for Ravens' game at Browns

The Baltimore Ravens earned an impressive 30-23 overtime victory at the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night with backup quarterback Tyler Huntley starting in place of Jackson, who was nursing the ankle injury he suffered on Oct. 4.

Why Ravens always believed Tyler Huntley could lead them to win over Falcons with Lamar Jackson out

'SNF' takeaways: Ravens rally past Falcons in overtime thriller

Tyler Huntley, Ravens rally to beat Falcons in OT

The '4 passing, 1 rushing-TD games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9

Major injury update on Ravens' Lamar Jackson emerges for Falcons game

During Friday's edition of "The Pat McAfee Show," league insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network/ESPN shared an expected update regarding Jackson's status for the Falcons game.

Ravens' Jesse Minter shares latest on Lamar Jackson's status

Ravens rest Lamar Jackson, prepare Tyler Huntley for Falcons

Ravens shouldn't rush Lamar Jackson back vs. Falcons

The 'Active 3-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 2

McCarthy discusses if Porter trade impacted Steelers in loss to Browns

Mike McCarthy discusses if Joey Porter Jr. trade impacted Steelers in loss to Browns

Following his team's defeat in downtown Cleveland, McCarthy addressed the Porter-related storyline.

Steelers players address if Joey Porter Jr. trade impacted them in loss to Browns

Joey Porter Jr. has delusional take on why he will play for Cowboys without new deal

Cowboys get bold trade deadline prediction after landing Joey Porter Jr. from Steelers

The 'NFL active INT leaders' quiz

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / September 25

Ian Rapoport explains if Giants could view Derek Carr as replacement for injured Jaxson Dart

Even before the New York Giants confirmed on Wednesday that starting quarterback Jaxson Dart will miss at least the rest of the regular season due to needing

Four QBs the Giants should target in wake of concerning Jaxson Dart injury update

John Harbaugh provides details on Jaxson Dart's recovery timeline

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 22

Ian Rapoport shares timeline update for Bears' Caleb Williams after Ben Johnson comments

While speaking with reporters on Monday, Johnson teased that Williams could start Chicago's Week 3 "Monday Night Football" game against the 2-0 Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. 28.

Tests reportedly confirm major injury update for Bears' Caleb Williams

Bears' Ben Johnson makes strong Tyson Bagent claim

The 'Season passing-record by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 21

Vikings seem prepared to make Murray, Wentz decision for Bucs game

Vikings seem prepared to make Kyler Murray, Carson Wentz decision for Buccaneers game

During a Monday afternoon appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," NFL insider Adam Schefter of ESPN shared an update on the Vikings' quarterback situation.

NFL executive sounds alarms about Bears, Ben Johnson after Caleb Williams injury in loss to Vikings

Vikings stifle Bears, who lose Caleb Williams to injury

The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18

Ian Rapoport gives injury update on Bengals' Joe Burrow for Texans game

Thursday updates indicated that Burrow would not be 100 percent for the Bengals' game at the 0-1 Houston Texans this coming Sunday after he developed "back tightness" ahead of Wednesday's practice.

Ian Rapoport sounds alarm about Bengals' Joe Burrow after back injury

Jon Gruden brutally calls Bengals a 'paper champion' ahead of Week 2

Ja'Marr Chase gets brutally honest about frustrating Bengals opener

The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18

Rapoport gives update on trade rumors regarding Lions, Porter

Ian Rapoport gives update on trade rumors regarding Lions, Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.

During a Friday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Rapoport was directly asked about the Lions' potential pursuit of Porter.

NFL executive reveals what Steelers could get in trade for Joey Porter Jr.

Multiple teams might join the Joey Porter Jr. trade sweepstakes after Week 2

Saga involving Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. takes new twist ahead of Patriots game

The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Drew Rosenhaus shares massive Tyreek Hill update amid injury recovery

A July report indicated that NFL teams weren't all that interested in taking a flier on former Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill amid Hill's ongoing recovery from the gruesome knee injury he suffered on Sept.

Three RBs who will have to carry their offense in 2026 season

NFL must address the real problem after Dolphins, Giants become latest teams to brawl in joint practice

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / August 8

Adam Vinatieri roasts Bill Belichick, others during HOF speech

Adam Vinatieri roasts absent Bill Belichick, other NFL legends during HOF induction speech

Few were spared during kicker Adam Vinatieri's Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech.

Watch 49ers legend Roger Craig receive long-awaited Hall of Fame gold jacket

Larry Fitzgerald confirms surprise career decision ahead of Hall of Fame induction

Three NFL owners who can't stop getting in their own team's way

The 'Most NFL field goals' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 1

Pat McAfee warns Browns about Shedeur Sanders

Deshaun Watson and Sanders have alternated first-team reps in the first days of training camp, and head coach Todd Monken is in no rush to make a decision.

Shedeur Sanders made major move in Browns QB competition, analyst says

Todd Monken shares how Browns will split first-team reps amid QB competition

Consistent production earns Grant Delpit a contract extension from Browns

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 17

Major update on USMNT star Christian Pulisic possibly joining MLS revealed

Recent rumors have linked United States men's national team and AC Milan forward Christian Pulisic with what would be a stunning move to Major League Soccer and to New York City FC.

USMNT's Tim Ream responds to Folarin Balogun comments about red-card controversy

World Cup 2026: How Spain earned its spot in the final

Harry Kane addresses World Cup future after England loss to Argentina

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 17

USMNT's Ream responds to Balogun comments about red-card controversy

USMNT's Tim Ream responds to Folarin Balogun comments about red-card controversy

Balogun raised eyebrows when he suggested that his much-discussed red-card situation put extra pressure on the squad ahead of the United States' round-of-16 FIFA World Cup matchup versus Belgium, which the Americans lost 4-1.

World Cup 2026: How Spain earned its spot in the final

Harry Kane addresses World Cup future after England loss to Argentina

The 'FIFA World Cup hosts' quiz

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / June 25

Pat McAfee has an eye-opening take on Raiders' Fernando Mendoza

The Las Vegas Raiders are transitioning to a new era.

Raiders' Kirk Cousins opens up about reunion that may keep Fernando Mendoza sidelined

Tom Brady breaks silence on how he's mentoring Raiders' Fernando Mendoza

Raiders could make stunning Fernando Mendoza Week 1 move

The 'Last first-round QB by NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 3

Aaron Donald has one condition to possibly unretire, join Myles Garrett with Rams

Pat McAfee revealed on his show that he reached out to Donald about possibly making a comeback. Donald didn't completely dismiss the idea in his response.

Adam Schefter gives huge Donald update after Rams acquire Garrett

Shedeur Sanders gets harsh reality check after Browns trade Garrett

Lions urged to cut ties with a struggling draft pick

Eagles get Makai Lemon injury news after OTA scare

Don't count out a Russell Wilson comeback despite his new job

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / May 29

Is Matthew Stafford planning to force Rams to make difficult Ty Simpson decision?

What does Matthew Stafford's contract extension mean for the Los Angeles Rams' timetable for developing 2026 first-round draft pick Ty Simpson?

Rams may already know when they want to make final Matthew Stafford, Ty Simpson decision

Rams' Matthew Stafford opens up about potentially awkward Ty Simpson situation

Top offensive position battles during NFL offseason: Vikings QBs, Jags RBs and more

The 'Most NFL pass completions' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / April 29

Steelers reportedly expect Aaron Rodgers to confirm decision by this date

The Pittsburgh Steelers recently placed a rarely-used unrestricted free agent tender on veteran QB Aaron Rodgers. So what's changed?

Penn State coach defends Drew Allar after Steelers select QB during 2026 NFL Draft

Todd McShay has bad news for Steelers fans excited about Drew Allar

Why Steelers made unexpected Aaron Rodgers decision amid uncertainty

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Oregon Ducks News / Yardbarker / October 12, 2024

Watch: Oregon student wins $100K from ESPN's Pat McAfee

The key to winning Pat McAfee's "College Gameday" kicking challenge seems to be second chances.

How long-distance travel could affect Ohio State in matchup vs. Oregon

Intriguing storylines galore with No. 2 Ohio State set to visit No. 3 Oregon

Johnny Manziel’s college football Week 7 picks, predictions for Texas vs. Oklahoma, Ole Miss vs. LSU, Ohio State vs. Oregon

The 25 best players in Ohio State football history

The 'All-time rushing leaders in the CFP era' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 5, 2024

Pat McAfee accuses senior ESPN executive of sabotage

Sports media personality Pat McAfee has openly called out an ESPN executive for alleged sabotage.

Pat McAfee offers apology of sorts for Aaron Rodgers' comments on Jimmy Kimmel

NHL's Winter Classic between Kraken and Golden Knights makes ugly viewership history

Yankees, Knicks owners form sports streaming tech alliance

The 25 best NFL play-by-play broadcasters

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 1, 2023

Pat McAfee addresses worries that his show 'sold out' to ESPN

McAfee did admit that he was surprised by the pushback he got from fans, saying that he "did not expect that many shots to the shins from my own people."

Details on McAfee's new deal with ESPN revealed

The 25 best NFL play-by-play broadcasters

The 'NFL Pro Bowl quarterbacks' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 16, 2023

Pat McAfee leaves FanDuel for massive deal with ESPN

ESPN is officially "For the Brand." Pat McAfee will sign a new deal with the broadcaster after opting out of a four-year pact with FanDuel last year.

Pat McAfee: Career retrospective

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 15, 2022

Pat McAfee backflips into river on 'College GameDay'

Watch: Pat McAfee attempts backflip into Tennessee River on 'College GameDay'

If "GameDay" is near a river or larger body of water, then Pat McAfee is probably going to jump into it.

Fans react to skyrocketing ticket prices for Alabama-Tennessee

Alabama-Tennessee, Penn State-Michigan lead dazzling slate in CFB Week 7

The 25 best rivalries in college football

The 'National Championship QBs' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 27, 2022

ESPN to launch 'CFB Primetime with The Pat McAfee Show'

'CFB Primetime with The Pat McAfee Show' will premiere for NC State vs. Clemson

ESPN is looking to create its popular "Manningcast", but from a college football perspective — and who better to headline that show than Pac McAfee, who was recently brought onto the set of "College GameDay" full-time.

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The 'Super Bowl XLII starting lineups' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 6, 2022

Pat McAfee reportedly joining ESPN's College GameDay

Pat McAfee is seemingly already everywhere in the world of sports, but the former NFL punter turned multimedia superstar is apparently just getting started.

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