One of the main talking points about the Chiefs offense this offseason has been that it will feature more pieces than in the past couple of years. The main reason for that view is the impact the trade of Tyreek Hill will have on the wide receiver group, but that’s not the only place where [more] … [Read more...] about Ronald Jones sees “a 1-2-3 punch” in Chiefs backfield
Archives for June 2022
Settlement conference between Oliver Luck, Vince McMahon: Nine minutes, no deal
The one-issue trial between former XFL Commissioner Oliver Luck and former XFL benefactor Vince McMahon is set for trial next month. And it seems unlikely that anything will keep that from happening at this point. As noted by Daniel Kaplan of TheAthletic.com, a settlement conference was held on Wednesday. The official docket says that it [more] … [Read more...] about Settlement conference between Oliver Luck, Vince McMahon: Nine minutes, no deal
Mekhi Becton vows to make haters “eat their words”
Mekhi Becton‘s choice of dress for Wednesday’s media availability was intentional. The Jets offensive tackle’s blue T-shirt read: Big Bust. Fat, lazy, out of shape, injury prone, bum, sucks, overweight. After playing only one game in 2021 because of injuries, the 11th overall choice in 2020 has heard the negativity about him outside the organization. [more] … [Read more...] about Mekhi Becton vows to make haters “eat their words”
Arthur Smith: Desmond Ridder is light years ahead of most young QBs from the neck up
Desmond Ridder had to wait until the third round to hear his name called as the second quarterback off the board during this year’s draft. But Ridder may have landed in exactly the right spot as he begins his pro career. On Wednesday, head coach Arthur Smith praised the way the young quarterback has grasped [more] … [Read more...] about Arthur Smith: Desmond Ridder is light years ahead of most young QBs from the neck up
Deshaun Watson wants to “clear my name,” but it’s probably far too late for that
When meeting with reporters for the first time since March 25, Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was asked whether he will settle the 26 (and possibly counting) cases pending against him. He said, “I just want to clear my name,” and that he plans to do so through the legal process. As a practical matter, it’s [more] … [Read more...] about Deshaun Watson wants to “clear my name,” but it’s probably far too late for that