Patrick Murtagh’s journey in the NFL is set to continue with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Murtagh, a former standout in Australian Rules Football and aspiring NFL tight end has been selected to join the Jaguars as part of the NFL’s International Pathway Program (IPP) Class of 2024. As an IPP player, Murtagh has the opportunity to…
Seattle Seahawks general manager and president of football operations John Schneider shared an intriguing insight regarding the team’s approach to drafting a quarterback during his recent conversation with Seattle Sports’ Wyman and Bob. Discussing the acquisition of Sam Howell, the team’s new backup quarterback obtained in an offseason trade with the Washington Commanders, Schneider expressed…
An unidentified NFL executive has voiced skepticism about the contracts of Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs, suggesting they might be overpaid. The executive expressed surprise at their deals, indicating that nothing significant warranted such contracts compared to recent trends. Last offseason saw considerable buzz around star running backs like Jonathan Taylor, Barkley, and Jacobs seeking…
The Kansas City Chiefs have a multitude of options to consider on the first day of the 2024 NFL Draft. For instance, there’s a proposal by PFF’s Brad Spielberger suggesting that the reigning Super Bowl champions trade up to secure a promising left tackle for their future needs. Spielberger suggests a trade where the Chiefs…
Every year around this time, Archie Manning makes a call to Ernie Accorsi, the retired former general manager of the New York Giants. It’s a gesture of gratitude, reflecting on the events of 2004 when Eli Manning’s camp orchestrated a draft-day trade, pivoting the trajectories of three highly regarded quarterbacks. Manning, the son of Archie…
The Chicago Bears are entering the 2024 NFL Draft with a glaring gap in their roster: they need a pass rusher. Despite the successful Montez Sweat trade last year, which yielded immediate results, the team still lacks depth in that position. To address this, in the 2024 SB Nation Mock Draft, I opted to focus…
The New York Jets are facing a pivotal draft decision centered on quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ needs: should they prioritize acquiring another playmaker or reinforcing their protection? This question is encapsulated by the potential selection of Georgia tight end Brock Bowers, who could fill a crucial role in their offensive scheme. Previously, investing in an offensive…
Seattle Seahawks veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett is set to embark on his tenth season with the NFL franchise, having renegotiated his two-year contract with the team he’s considered his “home” since being drafted in 2015. The revised contract involves adjustments to the guaranteed portion of the 31-year-old’s salary, along with reallocating $4 million towards…
Hey, O-Zone! I’m quite into March Madness myself. There’s buzz around D.J. Burns from North Carolina State possibly trying his hand at the NFL as a tight end. It reminds me of the success stories of Tony Gonzalez and Antonio Gates, who transitioned from basketball to football. Even Julius Peppers had a stint in college…
The Cleveland Browns and Tennessee Titans embarked on contrasting journeys into the offseason, yet both teams face considerable uncertainty. Despite enduring a plethora of injuries in the 2023-24 season, the Browns clinched a hard-earned playoff spot, while the Titans navigate through significant changes in their leadership and roster composition. As they prepare for the 2024…