Broncos Jordan Schultz notes the Broncos’ coaching staff “loves what they’ve seen” from WR Troy Franklin entering the second year of his career and looks poised for a larger role this season. Schultz notes that Franklin is showing an understanding of his position, has toughness, and strong hands. Chargers Chargers RB Najee Harris has been out since suffering an eye injury … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Najee Harris, Tyree Wilson, Broncos, Chargers, Raiders
NFC Notes: Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks
49ers Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports gives his projection of the 49ers’ 53-man roster to start the regular season: Maiocco has San Francisco keeping just Brock Purdy and Mac Jones at quarterback and signing a practice squad option like Carter Bradley or Tanner Mordecai. With WR Brandon Aiyuk on the PUP list and WR Demarcus Robinson facing suspension, Maiocco has the 49ers keeping … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks
NFL Transactions: Thursday 8/21
49ers Placed CB Tre Brown and RB Corey Kiner on injured reserve. Released QB Nate Sudfeld. Signed QB Tanner Mordecai. 49ers traded a 2027 sixth-round pick to the Chiefs for WR Skyy Moore and a 2027 seventh-round pick. Bears Waived DB Major Burns from injured reserve with an injury settlement. Bills Placed RB Jarveon Howard on injured reserve after clearing … [Read more...] about NFL Transactions: Thursday 8/21
NFC Notes: Jacoby Brissett, Alaric Jackson, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams
49ers 49ers CB Chase Lucas spoke with reporters after the team’s preseason game with the Raiders and mentioned his battle for a spot on the team’s 53-man roster. “There’d be days where I didn’t wanna get up because I wasn’t giving the organization what I wanted, but that’s just a soft mentality,” Lucas told reporters. “I had to flip the script, and I feel like this year it’s a … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Jacoby Brissett, Alaric Jackson, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams
AFC Notes: Nik Bonitto, Tre Harris, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs
Broncos Broncos HC Sean Payton revealed G Nick Gargiulo suffered a torn ACL that will end his season. (Mike Klis) Denver OLB Nik Bonitto on extension talks: “They’re going well. I feel like it’s been good communication on both sides. … I know how they feel about me upstairs. I feel like something will get done and it’s just a matter of when.” (Chris Tomasson) Bonitto spoke on … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Nik Bonitto, Tre Harris, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs