It’s been an exciting week in Denver. It’s likely to ultimately be a little less exciting than it otherwise could have been. When the Broncos host the Cowboys on Saturday night in the preseason opener at Mile High Stadium, it appears that new quarterback Russell Wilson won’t play. Coach Nathaniel Hackett didn’t expressly rule Wilson [more] … [Read more...] about Nathaniel Hackett strongly hints at no Russell Wilson in Week One of the preseason
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Browns spark fascinating chess match with Peter Harvey over Deshaun Watson
With speculation rampant that appeals officer Peter Harvey may suspend Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson indefinitely before Friday night, blocking him from playing in the preseason opener at Jacksonville, the Browns made a compelling chess move. They announced on Wednesday that Watson will start the Week One preseason game. It left zero doubt about Cleveland’s plans, [more] … [Read more...] about Browns spark fascinating chess match with Peter Harvey over Deshaun Watson
Cairo Santos on Soldier Field’s field conditions: I’ve seen better
Kicker Cairo Santos has spent the past two seasons in Chicago, so he knows what to expect at Soldier Field. But normally the field conditions aren’t this bad this early. The team practiced at the stadium Tuesday to prepare for the preseason opener against the Chiefs. “Especially Week 1, our first game of the season,” [more] … [Read more...] about Cairo Santos on Soldier Field’s field conditions: I’ve seen better
New Bronco CEO Greg Penner is mum on Russell Wilson contract
Earlier this year, the Broncos traded for quarterback Russell Wilson. Unlike Deshaun Watson, Wilson didn’t get a new contract in his way through the door. On Thursday, new CEO Greg Penner (son-in-law of primary owner Rob Walton) was asked about plans for a long-term deal with Wilson. “First of all, we couldn’t have been more [more] … [Read more...] about New Bronco CEO Greg Penner is mum on Russell Wilson contract
Report: Steelers waiving Ulysees Gilbert with injury designation
The Steelers are waiving linebacker Ulysees Gilbert with an injury designation, Brooke Pryor of ESPN reports. Gilbert is wearing a boot on his right foot. Gilbert, primarily a special teamer, entered the league as a sixth-round choice in 2019. He played only seven games as a rookie and four in 2020 before seeing action in [more] … [Read more...] about Report: Steelers waiving Ulysees Gilbert with injury designation