Three of the five teams that have coaching vacancies have received permission to interview former Saints coach Sean Payton. And that’s very good, for both Payton and the Saints. It’s the coaching equivalent of the Deshaun Watson trade. The Saints wouldn’t be granting permission to the Broncos, Cardinals, and Saints without a loose understanding as [more] … [Read more...] about Sean Payton is doing a great job of generating interest, leverage
Mike Williams remains out of practice
Receiver Mike Williams remained out of practice Wednesday, three days before the Chargers kickoff against the Jaguars. Williams injured his back during Sunday’s game. An MRI revealed a contusion and coach Brandon Staley has called Williams day to day. The Chargers’ practice and game status reports Thursday will give a better indication of whether Williams [more] … [Read more...] about Mike Williams remains out of practice
For upcoming postseason game at Bills, Dolphins are biggest wild-card underdog ever
The Miami Dolphins won’t have Tua Tagovailoa on Sunday, in their playoff game at Buffalo. That development has moved the betting line to historic levels. Buffalo has moved to a 13-point favorite. We’ve seen lines as high as 13.5. Via ESPN Stats & Information, a 13-point spread would be a record high for wild-card weekend. [more] … [Read more...] about For upcoming postseason game at Bills, Dolphins are biggest wild-card underdog ever
Roquan Smith’s contract shows Ravens can successfully negotiate with player who represents himself
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has insisted on representing himself in contract negotiations with the team. The inability of Jackson and the team to do a deal has created, at times, a sense that the Ravens were being unreasonable. Another player who represents himself managed to get a long-term contract from the team, only weeks after [more] … [Read more...] about Roquan Smith’s contract shows Ravens can successfully negotiate with player who represents himself
Ken Walker sits out Wednesday’s practice
Seahawks rookie running back Ken Walker III missed practice Wednesday, a day after being estimated as a full participant. It likely is a scheduled rest day, but the status report on Thursday will provide a better idea. Walker went on the practice report with his ankle injury in Week 14, missing the loss to Carolina [more] … [Read more...] about Ken Walker sits out Wednesday’s practice