Pro Football Talk

Until there is a new development, there’s no real reason to say anything. It nevertheless remains surprising that the Packers and Jets have yet to find a way to bridge the gap in their respective positions regarding a trade for quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Maybe it shouldn’t be a surprise. As previously mentioned, it’s a deadline-driven [more] … [Read more...] about Packers, Jets remain at impasse on Aaron Rodgers

Safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s time as a free agent came to an end on Monday when he signed a one-year deal with the Lions and that outcome wasn’t what many people expected heading into the new league year. Gardner-Johnson was seen as one of the top safeties on the market, but interest in his services didn’t [more] … [Read more...] about C.J. Gardner-Johnson on leaving Eagles: It is what it is, trying to win games with Lions now

NOVEMBER 22, 1963 Johnny Mesagne I never should have had kids. I got one. Some guys who got none will add “that I know of,” like they’re trying to be funny, but sort of bragging. I would know if I had any other kids. I never, ever let my guard or my pants down for [more] … [Read more...] about Father of Mine: Chapter One

Baker Mayfield is officially a Buccaneer, having signed his contract on Monday morning. In his introductory press conference on Monday afternoon, Mayfield said he figured he would have to be patient as the rest of the quarterback market took shape in free agency. But when the Buccaneers emerged as a suitor, Mayfield thought it felt [more] … [Read more...] about Baker Mayfield: I won’t try to be Tom Brady, I’m going to be me

I’ve been making time over the past few days to proofread the final, official text of Father of Mine. And, frankly, I’ve been flipping back and forth between “this isn’t bad” to “this sucks butt,” regularly and repeatedly. It’s too late to turn the ship around, given that plenty of you have pre-ordered it. (Thank [more] … [Read more...] about Here’s a look at Father of Mine, before you possibly waste $4.99 on it