The reckoning took longer than expected. Now that it has arrived, college football officially is in a tizzy. For decades, the NCAA had one real mission — to give universities throughout the country the ability to acquire a football labor force at minimal cost. The rules and red tape, aimed ostensibly at preserving “amateurism,” were [more] … [Read more...] about College football continues to deal with the chaos it deserves
Lions re-sign Nate Sudfeld
The Lions have brought back their backup quarterback. Detroit has re-signed Nate Sudfeld, the club announced on Friday. Sudfeld joined the Lions in late August after he was cut by the 49ers. He served as Jared Goff‘s backup, appearing in just two games and playing nine offensive snaps. Sudfeld has appeared in six career games [more] … [Read more...] about Lions re-sign Nate Sudfeld
NFL says potential Thursday night flex is “not a concern from a health and safety perspective”
On Thursday night, Sports Business Journal reported that the owners will vote next week on a proposal to apply flexible scheduling to Thursday Night Football. On Friday morning, the NFL confirmed the proposal during a conference call previewing the upcoming annual meetings. The NFL did not answer the question of whether the NFL Players Association [more] … [Read more...] about NFL says potential Thursday night flex is “not a concern from a health and safety perspective”
Chiefs to re-sign Blake Bell
The Chiefs are bringing back one of their key offensive contributors. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, Kansas City is re-signing tight end Blake Bell to a one-year deal. Bell missed most of the season after undergoing hip surgery. He was activated off injured reserve in December and appeared in three regular-season games, starting one. [more] … [Read more...] about Chiefs to re-sign Blake Bell
C.J. Gardner-Johnson has $6.5 million deal, with $1.5 million in incentives
When the first reports were leaked regarding the contract signed by new Lions safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, there was a question as to whether it was a one-year, $8 million deal, or whether it was a one-year deal worth “up to” $8 million. NFL Media reported the former. ESPN reported the latter. In this case, the [more] … [Read more...] about C.J. Gardner-Johnson has $6.5 million deal, with $1.5 million in incentives