49ers 49ers TE George Kittle was happy with the way his four-year extension played out, noting that the negotiations were short and sweet. “I was just appreciative to get it done now,” Kittle said, via Jennifer Lee Chan of NBCSportsBayArea.com. “Because the weight on your shoulders and the stress, because you know something is going to happen and you just want it to get done. … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: George Kittle, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks
AFC Notes: Omarion Hampton, Josh Simmons, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders
Chargers Chargers RB Omarion Hampton is ready to be a difference maker and team up with former Steelers RB Najee Harris in Los Angeles’ backfield. “We know they’re going to run the ball, so I’m loving it,” Hampton said this week on The Jim Rome Show. “I’m excited, we’ve got me and Najee, a dominant duo backfield. I’m excited to learn from him, I’m excited to get out … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Omarion Hampton, Josh Simmons, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders
NFC Notes: Marvin Harrison Jr., Kyren Williams, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks
Cardinals Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. had an underwhelming year for his standards despite putting up 885 yards and eight touchdowns. Arizona HC Jonathan Gannon believes Harrison is in for a big jump in year two because of his work ethic and unwavering desire to get better. “When the staff is in place, the jump from Year 1 to Year 2, I think that’s where guys make a huge … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Marvin Harrison Jr., Kyren Williams, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks
AFC Notes: Justin Herbert, Josh Simmons, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs
Broncos Broncos owner Greg Penner said the team has moved on from their mistake by giving QB Russell Wilson a massive contract, but doesn’t regret the philosophy. “We’re not going to make excuses,” Penner said, via the Athletic’s Nick Kosmider. “Our job is to put the best football team on the field each season, no matter what the constraints are. You’re going to have obstacles … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Justin Herbert, Josh Simmons, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs
NFC Notes: Ty Hamilton, Will Johnson, Jalen Milroe, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks
Cardinals Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon said that the team had CB Will Johnson “graded very high” going into the second round and that the team had no issue selecting him. “So when he was sitting there, I’m like, ‘Dude, am I missing something? Like, this is the best corner in the draft. Like, what are we talking about?’ And there was a group of players we liked, right when we … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Ty Hamilton, Will Johnson, Jalen Milroe, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks