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# [Former 49ers star Aldon Smith dies at 36](/content/nfl/articles/former_49ers_star_aldon_smith_dies_at_36/s1_127_43951929/index.html)

Former San Francisco 49ers star linebacker Aldon Smith has died at the age of 36.

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## [Analyst's ranking shows Lions QB Jared Goff still has something to prove](/content/nfl/articles/analysts_ranking_shows_lions_qb_jared_goff_still_has_something_to_prove/s1_13132_43951482/index.html)

The Detroit Lions and quarterback Jared Goff are heading into another season trying to get to the big game. In a few short years, they've gone from the laughingstock of the NFL to true contenders.

[Did the Detroit Lions miss a critical opportunity to bolster defense?](/content/nfl/articles/did_the_detroit_lions_miss_a_critical_opportunity_to_bolster_defense/s1_13132_43943947/index.html)

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[Lions linked to surprise reunion with former fan favorite](/content/nfl/articles/lions_linked_to_surprise_reunion_with_former_fan_favorite/s1_13132_43936266/index.html)

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[Bears QB Caleb Williams' eyebrow-raising comments should put NFL on notice](/content/nfl/articles/bears_qb_caleb_williams_eyebrow_raising_comments_should_put_nfl_on_notice/s1_13132_43944394/index.html)

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[2026 NFL make-or-break team: One player under pressure from every franchise](/content/nfl/articles/2026_nfl_make_or_break_team_one_player_under_pressure_from_every_franchise/s1_13132_43946416/index.html)

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[The 'QBs and coaches from the 1991 NFL playoff teams' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_qbs_and_coaches_from_the_1991_nfl_playoff_teams_quiz/s1__39817464/index.html)

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## [49ers insider addresses rumored Joey Bosa move](/content/nfl/articles/49ers_insider_addresses_rumored_joey_bosa_move/s1_13132_43950802/index.html)

With OTAs and minicamp in the record books, it's somewhat surprising to see that Bosa is still unsigned.

[49ers' George Kittle sends messages to NFL about Kyle Shanahan, Mac Jones](/content/nfl/articles/49ers_george_kittle_sends_messages_to_nfl_about_kyle_shanahan_mac_jones/s1_13132_43946080/index.html)

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[Brandon Aiyuk insults 'dumb' 49ers amid career uncertainty](/content/nfl/articles/brandon_aiyuk_insults_dumb_49ers_amid_career_uncertainty/s1_13132_43938043/index.html)

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[The 'NFL Defensive Rookies of the Year' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_nfl_defensive_rookies_of_the_year_quiz/s1__43871416/index.html)

[Aaron Rodgers News](/content/nfl/players/aaron_rodgers/3258/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/nfl/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / 5 hours ago

## [Aaron Rodgers, Steelers get disrespected in unique NFL ranking](/content/nfl/articles/aaron_rodgers_steelers_get_disrespected_in_unique_nfl_ranking/s1_13132_43947884/index.html)

The Pittsburgh Steelers are inching closer and closer to year two with legendary quarterback Aaron Rodgers back, and this is it.

[Aaron Rodgers may have more competition on the Steelers than he thinks](/content/nfl/articles/aaron_rodgers_may_have_more_competition_on_the_steelers_than_he_thinks/s1_13132_43943963/index.html)

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[AFC North unanswered questions: Lamar Jackson's contract looms for Ravens](/content/nfl/articles/afc_north_unanswered_questions_lamar_jacksons_contract_looms_for_ravens/s1_13132_43943975/index.html)

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[The '2008 Week 1 NFL starting QB's' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_2008_week_1_nfl_starting_qbs_quiz/s1__43868605/index.html)

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## [The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_madden_cover_athletes_quiz/s1__43921443/index.html)

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

[The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_offensive_rookies_of_the_year_quiz/s1__43906745/index.html)

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[The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_passing_leaders_by_nfl_team_quiz/s1__43906811/index.html)

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[The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_most_career_passing_touchdowns_quiz/s1__40295885/index.html)

[New York Giants News](/content/nfl/teams/new_york_giants/56/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / 12 hours ago

## [John Harbaugh, Giants given low marks on ranking of 'entertaining' football](/content/nfl/articles/john_harbaugh_giants_given_low_marks_on_ranking_of_entertaining_football/s1_13132_43948193/index.html)

Harbaugh is coming up on his first season with the New York Giants, and you can tell he has a little chip on his shoulder after his 18-season run with the Baltimore Ravens, which ended earlier this year.

[John Harbaugh, Giants have a breakout star on their hands](/content/nfl/articles/john_harbaugh_giants_have_a_breakout_star_on_their_hands/s1_13132_43939941/index.html)

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[Giants' John Harbaugh breaks silence on stunning Joe Schoen decision](/content/nfl/articles/giants_john_harbaugh_breaks_silence_on_stunning_joe_schoen_decision/s1_13132_43941672/index.html)

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[Update emerges about potential Kayvon Thibodeaux trade](/content/nfl/articles/update_emerges_about_potential_kayvon_thibodeaux_trade/s1_13132_43942762/index.html)

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[The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_1500_receiving_yard_nfl_seasons_quiz/s1__43947209/index.html)

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## [The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise](/content/nfl/articles/the_greatest_all_time_linebacker_in_for_every_nfl_franchise/s1__43857799/index.html)

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

[Dallas Cowboys News](/content/nfl/teams/dallas_cowboys/51/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / 8 hours ago

## [DC Christian Parker pumps the brakes on one Cowboys narrative](/content/nfl/articles/dc_christian_parker_pumps_the_brakes_on_one_cowboys_narrative/s1_13132_43950632/index.html)

The 2025 Dallas Cowboys had one of the best offenses in the National Football League. The only problem is that their defense was also one of the worst.

[Dallas Cowboys Pass Rush in 2026: Can a Village Replace a Star?](/content/nfl/articles/dallas_cowboys_pass_rush_in_2026_can_a_village_replace_a_star/s1_17100_43946778/index.html)

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[New George Pickens update sounds alarms ahead of Cowboys' mandatory minicamp](/content/nfl/articles/new_george_pickens_update_sounds_alarms_ahead_of_cowboys_mandatory_minicamp/s1_13132_43946223/index.html)

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[Phil Mafah is Making Dallas Pay Attention](/content/nfl/articles/phil_mafah_is_making_dallas_pay_attention/s1_17100_43946026/index.html)

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[The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_leading_rushers_from_the_2021_nfl_season_quiz/s1__37795924/index.html)

[New England Patriots News](/content/nfl/teams/new_england_patriots/41/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / 12 hours ago

## [Stefon Diggs gets good news from NFL about status for 2026 season](/content/nfl/articles/stefon_diggs_gets_good_news_from_nfl_about_status_for_2026_season/s1_13132_43947335/index.html)

On Friday, it was learned that Diggs has received some good news regarding his status for the 2026 season.

[Analyst lays out scenario where Vikings trade WR Justin Jefferson](/content/nfl/articles/analyst_lays_out_scenario_where_vikings_trade_wr_justin_jefferson/s1_13132_43947931/index.html)

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[New George Pickens update sounds alarms ahead of mandatory minicamp](/content/nfl/articles/new_george_pickens_update_sounds_alarms_ahead_of_cowboys_mandatory_minicamp/s1_13132_43946223/index.html)

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[Eagles may have a familiar trade target after missing on Myles Garrett](/content/nfl/articles/eagles_may_have_a_familiar_trade_target_after_missing_on_myles_garrett/s1_13132_43946722/index.html)

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[Von Miller might finally sign with a contender this offseason](/content/nfl/articles/von_miller_might_finally_sign_with_a_contender/s1_13132_43946607/index.html)

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[Could Deebo Samuel finally find a new home in the AFC?](/content/nfl/articles/could_deebo_samuel_finally_find_a_new_home_in_the_afc/s1_13132_43946479/index.html)

[Minnesota Vikings News](/content/nfl/teams/minnesota_vikings/54/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / 12 hours ago

## [Vikings' Jordan Addison makes revealing Kyler Murray comments amid J.J. McCarthy competition](/content/nfl/articles/vikings_jordan_addison_makes_revealing_kyler_murray_comments_amid_jj_mccarthy_competition/s1_13132_43946263/index.html)

Addison indicated he already has solid chemistry with Murray.

[Justin Jefferson speaks carefully about Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition](/content/nfl/articles/justin_jefferson_speaks_carefully_about_vikings_kyler_murray_jj_mccarthy_competition/s1_13132_43945888/index.html)

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[Caleb Williams, Bears capture attention of NFL analyst before 2026 season](/content/nfl/articles/caleb_williams_bears_capture_attention_of_nfl_analyst_before_2026_season/s1_13132_43947830/index.html)

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[Shedeur Sanders gets mocked for embarrassing throw in practice](/content/nfl/articles/shedeur_sanders_gets_mocked_for_embarrassing_throw_in_practice/s1_127_43947776/index.html)

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[Browns GM shares bad news for Sanders amid Deshaun Watson battle](/content/nfl/articles/browns_gm_andrew_berry_shares_bad_news_for_shedeur_sanders_amid_deshaun_watson_competition/s1_13132_43946575/index.html)

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[Ravens receive new Lamar Jackson contract warnings](/content/nfl/articles/ravens_receive_new_lamar_jackson_contract_warnings_after_patrick_mahomes_deal/s1_13132_43946104/index.html)

[NFL News](/content/nfl/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / June 12

## [2026 NFL make-or-break team: One player under pressure from every franchise](/content/nfl/articles/2026_nfl_make_or_break_team_one_player_under_pressure_from_every_franchise/s1_13132_43946416/index.html)

For some NFL players, 2026 isn't just another season — it's a referendum on their future.

[Aaron Rodgers may have more competition than he thinks](/content/nfl/articles/aaron_rodgers_may_have_more_competition_on_the_steelers_than_he_thinks/s1_13132_43943963/index.html)

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[Buccaneers GM breaks silence about alarming Baker Mayfield comments](/content/nfl/articles/buccaneers_gm_jason_licht_breaks_silence_about_alarming_baker_mayfield_contract_comments/s1_13132_43946730/index.html)

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[NFL front offices reportedly believe this about Saints, Cameron Jordan situation](/content/nfl/articles/nfl_front_offices_reportedly_believe_this_about_saints_cameron_jordan_situation/s1_13132_43946482/index.html)

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[Caleb Williams' eyebrow-raising comments should put NFL on notice](/content/nfl/articles/bears_qb_caleb_williams_eyebrow_raising_comments_should_put_nfl_on_notice/s1_13132_43944394/index.html)

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[A.J. Brown addresses new role, relationship with Drake Maye](/content/nfl/articles/aj_brown_addresses_new_role_with_patriots_working_relationship_with_drake_maye/s1_13132_43945986/index.html)

[Minnesota Vikings News](/content/nfl/teams/minnesota_vikings/54/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / June 12

## [Analyst lays out scenario where Vikings trade WR Justin Jefferson](/content/nfl/articles/analyst_lays_out_scenario_where_vikings_trade_wr_justin_jefferson/s1_13132_43947931/index.html)

One NFL analyst thinks the Vikings should part ways with one of their best offensive targets.

[Justin Jefferson speaks carefully about Vikings' Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition](/content/nfl/articles/justin_jefferson_speaks_carefully_about_vikings_kyler_murray_jj_mccarthy_competition/s1_13132_43945888/index.html)

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[Report sparks concerns about Vikings' Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition](/content/nfl/articles/report_sparks_concerns_about_vikings_kyler_murray_jj_mccarthy_competition/s1_13132_43946396/index.html)

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[Vikings' Kevin O'Connell confirms Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy plan after report](/content/nfl/articles/vikings_kevin_oconnell_confirms_kyler_murray_jj_mccarthy_plan_after_report/s1_13132_43943417/index.html)

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[Vikings' Jordan Addison makes revealing Kyler Murray comments amid J.J. McCarthy competition](/content/nfl/articles/vikings_jordan_addison_makes_revealing_kyler_murray_comments_amid_jj_mccarthy_competition/s1_13132_43946263/index.html)

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[The '3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_3_passing_1_rushing_td_games_quiz/s1__43938676/index.html)

[NFL News](/content/nfl/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / 12 hours ago

## [Von Miller might finally sign with a contender](/content/nfl/articles/von_miller_might_finally_sign_with_a_contender/s1_13132_43946607/index.html)

Despite having a strong season as a situational pass rusher for the Washington Commanders, Von Miller is still a free agent.

[Packers' Matt LaFleur addresses Josh Jacobs' presence at minicamp](/content/nfl/articles/packers_matt_lafleur_addresses_josh_jacobs_presence_at_minicamp/s1_13132_43938911/index.html)

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[The 'Most 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_most_10_sack_nfl_seasons_quiz/s1__43881993/index.html)

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## [The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft](/content/nfl/articles/the_way_too_early_2027_nfl_first_round_mock_draft/s1__43778843/index.html)

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

[Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft](/content/college_football/articles/lets_tap_the_brakes_on_the_hype_surrounding_texas_qb_arch_manning_for_2027_nfl_draft/s1_13132_43778832/index.html)

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[Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs](/content/nfl/articles/round_1_of_the_2027_nfl_draft_projected_to_be_top_heavy_with_qbs/s1_13132_43783901/index.html)

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[Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft](/content/college_football/articles/five_non_qb_stars_to_know_before_2027_nfl_draft/s1_13132_43782104/index.html)

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[2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades](/content/nfl/articles/2026_nfl_draft_first_round_grades/s1__43766408/index.html)

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[25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season](/content/nfl/articles/25_late_round_draft_picks_who_will_impact_the_2026_nfl_season/s1__43778869/index.html)

[NFL News](/content/nfl/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / June 12

## [Eagles may have a familiar trade target after missing on Myles Garrett](/content/nfl/articles/eagles_may_have_a_familiar_trade_target_after_missing_on_myles_garrett/s1_13132_43946722/index.html)

The Philadelphia Eagles were in the mix to trade for former Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett. They refused to include Jalen Carter in any trade talks, ultimately costing them a chance to land the reigning Defensive Player of the Year.

[Cardinals' Mike LaFleur not committed to starting Jacoby Brissett amid contract standoff?](/content/nfl/articles/cardinals_mike_lafleur_not_committed_to_starting_jacoby_brissett_amid_contract_standoff/s1_13132_43942075/index.html)

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[Jalen Hurts opens up about new Eagles offense, working with Sean Mannion](/content/nfl/articles/jalen_hurts_opens_up_about_new_eagles_offense_working_with_sean_mannion/s1_13132_43941783/index.html)

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[Chicago Bears News](/content/nfl/teams/chicago_bears/50/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / June 12

## [Caleb Williams, Bears capture attention of NFL analyst before 2026 season](/content/nfl/articles/caleb_williams_bears_capture_attention_of_nfl_analyst_before_2026_season/s1_13132_43947830/index.html)

Ben Johnson and the Chicago Bears went from being a laughingstock in the NFL to a Super Bowl contender in just one season, and that's caught the attention of people covering the NFL.

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[Ben Johnson, Bears are sitting on a goldmine in underrated talent](/content/nfl/articles/ben_johnson_bears_are_sitting_on_a_goldmine_in_underrated_talent/s1_13132_43943808/index.html)

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[The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_madden_cover_athletes_quiz/s1__43921443/index.html)

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[Cleveland Browns News](/content/nfl/teams/cleveland_browns/34/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / June 12

## [Shedeur Sanders and Browns get dissed in unique ranking](/content/nfl/articles/shedeur_sanders_and_browns_get_dissed_in_unique_ranking/s1_13132_43947757/index.html)

The Cleveland Browns are coming up on what could be an exciting season for the franchise. They finally have quarterback Deshaun Watson healthy again, so this will be a chance for him to prove that he was worth his lofty contract.

[Deshaun Watson sends defiant message to Browns fans rooting against him, for Shedeur Sanders](/content/nfl/articles/deshaun_watson_sends_defiant_message_to_browns_fans_rooting_against_him_for_shedeur_sanders/s1_13132_43941643/index.html)

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[Browns insider sounds alarms about Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition](/content/nfl/articles/browns_insider_sounds_alarms_about_shedeur_sanders_deshaun_watson_qb_competition/s1_13132_43942014/index.html)

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## [Browns GM showers Shedeur Sanders with praise amid Deshaun Watson competition](/content/nfl/articles/browns_gm_showers_shedeur_sanders_with_praise_amid_deshaun_watson_competition/s1_13132_43947086/index.html)

The Browns GM offered an assessment that likely will excite passionate Sanders fans and many Cleveland supporters.

[Shedeur Sanders may have unique advantage over Deshaun Watson in Browns' QB competition](/content/nfl/articles/shedeur_sanders_may_have_unique_advantage_over_deshaun_watson_in_browns_qb_competition/s1_13132_43946840/index.html)

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[Browns GM Andrew Berry shares bad news for Shedeur Sanders amid Deshaun Watson competition](/content/nfl/articles/browns_gm_andrew_berry_shares_bad_news_for_shedeur_sanders_amid_deshaun_watson_competition/s1_13132_43946575/index.html)

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[How Browns' Todd Monken will choose winner of Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition](/content/nfl/articles/how_browns_todd_monken_will_choose_winner_of_shedeur_sanders_deshaun_watson_qb_competition/s1_13132_43946179/index.html)

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[The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_fewest_passing_yards_by_a_pro_bowler_quiz/s1__43388947/index.html)

## [Shedeur Sanders may have unique advantage over Deshaun Watson in Browns' QB competition](/content/nfl/articles/shedeur_sanders_may_have_unique_advantage_over_deshaun_watson_in_browns_qb_competition/s1_13132_43946840/index.html)

Barring a surprising development, first-year Cleveland Browns head coach [Todd Monken](/content/nfl/players/todd_monken/929274/index.html) will not declare a winner of the team's competition for the starting quarterback job involving 2025 rookie [Shedeur Sanders](/content/nfl/players/shedeur_sanders/927889/index.html) and veteran [Deshaun Watson](/content/nfl/players/deshaun_watson/513646/index.html) before Cleveland's preseason opener at the Chicago Bears takes place on Aug.

[Browns' Shedeur Sanders says he isn't in a QB competition with Deshaun Watson](/content/nfl/articles/browns_shedeur_sanders_says_he_isnt_in_a_qb_competition_with_deshaun_watson/s1_13132_43939793/index.html)

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[Browns' Todd Monken shares final Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson verdicts before training camp](/content/nfl/articles/browns_todd_monken_shares_final_shedeur_sanders_deshaun_watson_verdicts_before_training_camp/s1_13132_43943313/index.html)

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[NFL News](/content/nfl/index.html) / [Yardbarker](/content/topics/yardbarker_originals/101/index.html) / June 12

## [Buccaneers GM Jason Licht breaks silence about alarming Baker Mayfield contract comments](/content/nfl/articles/buccaneers_gm_jason_licht_breaks_silence_about_alarming_baker_mayfield_contract_comments/s1_13132_43946730/index.html)

Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht has reacted to QB Baker Mayfield's comments about contract negotiations with the club.

[Insider predicts when Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract saga may end](/content/nfl/articles/insider_predicts_when_buccaneers_baker_mayfield_contract_saga_may_end/s1_13132_43939041/index.html)

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[Buccaneers' Todd Bowles breaks silence on Baker Mayfield contract saga](/content/nfl/articles/buccaneers_todd_bowles_breaks_silence_on_baker_mayfield_contract_saga/s1_13132_43945918/index.html)

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[NFC South unanswered questions: Will Baker Mayfield, Bucs agree to extension before self-imposed deadline?](/content/nfl/articles/nfc_south_unanswered_questions_will_baker_mayfield_bucs_agree_to_extension_before_self_imposed_deadline/s1_13132_43938942/index.html)

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[The '3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_3_td_3_int_nfl_games_quiz/s1__43935091/index.html)

## [Browns GM Andrew Berry shares bad news for Shedeur Sanders amid Deshaun Watson competition](/content/nfl/articles/browns_gm_andrew_berry_shares_bad_news_for_shedeur_sanders_amid_deshaun_watson_competition/s1_13132_43946575/index.html)

Some think that first-year Cleveland Browns head coach [Todd Monken](/content/nfl/players/todd_monken/929274/index.html) should eventually name 2025 rookie [Shedeur Sanders](/content/nfl/players/shedeur_sanders/927889/index.html) the team's starting quarterback over veteran [Deshaun Watson](/content/nfl/players/deshaun_watson/513646/index.html), if only because Watson reportedly has no future with the Browns beyond the end of the 2026 season.

[Shedeur Sanders has officially changed Browns' QB competition involving Deshaun Watson](/content/nfl/articles/shedeur_sanders_has_officially_changed_browns_qb_competition_involving_deshaun_watson/s1_13132_43936041/index.html)

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## [Could Deebo Samuel finally find a new home in the AFC?](/content/nfl/articles/could_deebo_samuel_finally_find_a_new_home_in_the_afc/s1_13132_43946479/index.html)

Somewhat surprisingly, the veteran wide receiver is still unsigned, and while he's no longer the same dual-threat superstar he was in his heyday, he can still contribute to an offense.

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## [Report sparks concerns about Vikings' Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy competition](/content/nfl/articles/report_sparks_concerns_about_vikings_kyler_murray_jj_mccarthy_competition/s1_13132_43946396/index.html)

Numerous reports and also comments made by certain Minnesota Vikings players led outsiders to assume that Vikings head coach [Kevin O'Connell](/content/nfl/players/kevin_oconnell/395263/index.html) would name free-agency signing [Kyler Murray](/content/nfl/players/kyler_murray/587828/index.html) the team's starting quarterback over 2024 first-round draft pick J.J.

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## [Broncos' Jonathon Cooper facing additional charges](/content/nfl/articles/broncos_jonathon_cooper_facing_additional_charges/s1_14819_43946445/index.html)

Cooper has been arrested once more.

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## [Greg Olsen may disagree with Tom Brady regarding Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza conundrum](/content/nfl/articles/greg_olsen_may_disagree_with_tom_brady_regarding_raiders_kirk_cousins_fernando_mendoza_conundrum/s1_13132_43946357/index.html)

Years ago, Las Vegas Raiders minority owner [Tom Brady](/content/nfl/players/tom_brady/1348/index.html) made it known he is in favor of a quarterback spending at least a portion of his rookie season serving

[The '2026-27 NFL head coaches' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_2026_27_nfl_head_coaches_quiz/s1__43426235/index.html)

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[Klint Kubiak may have given new hint about Raiders' Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision](/content/nfl/articles/klint_kubiak_may_have_given_new_hint_about_raiders_kirk_cousins_fernando_mendoza_decision/s1_13132_43942696/index.html)

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## [New George Pickens update sounds alarms ahead of Cowboys' mandatory minicamp](/content/nfl/articles/new_george_pickens_update_sounds_alarms_ahead_of_cowboys_mandatory_minicamp/s1_13132_43946223/index.html)

Earlier this week, both Dallas Cowboys head coach [Brian Schottenheimer](/content/nfl/players/brian_schottenheimer/137044/index.html) and quarterback [Dak Prescott](/content/nfl/players/dak_prescott/485878/index.html) sounded confident that [George Pickens](/content/nfl/players/george_pickens/651299/index.html) will report for the team's mandatory minicamp on June 16, even though the wide receiver did not participate in voluntary portions of the club's offseason program.

[Cowboys may have a hidden gem ready to soar in 2026](/content/nfl/articles/cowboys_may_have_a_hidden_gem_ready_to_soar_in_2026/s1_13132_43938946/index.html)

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## [NFL front offices reportedly believe this about Saints, Cameron Jordan situation](/content/nfl/articles/nfl_front_offices_reportedly_believe_this_about_saints_cameron_jordan_situation/s1_13132_43946482/index.html)

According to insider Jason La Canfora, NFL front offices believe Cameron Jordan's "best option could be back in New Orleans" for the 2026 season.

[Saints' Kellen Moore shares massive Cameron Jordan update amid uncertainty](/content/nfl/articles/saints_kellen_moore_shares_massive_cameron_jordan_update_amid_uncertainty/s1_13132_43939517/index.html)

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[HC Kellen Moore Hopes Cameron Jordan Re-Signs With Saints](/content/nfl/articles/hc_kellen_moore_hopes_cameron_jordan_re_signs_with_saints/s1_14819_43942113/index.html)

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[The 'New Orleans Saints head coaches' quiz](/content/nfl/articles/the_new_orleans_saints_head_coaches_quiz/s1__41738477/index.html)

## [How Browns' Todd Monken will choose winner of Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition](/content/nfl/articles/how_browns_todd_monken_will_choose_winner_of_shedeur_sanders_deshaun_watson_qb_competition/s1_13132_43946179/index.html)

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Monken said that he won't be able to determine the winner of the competition for the club's starting quarterback job involving Watson and Sanders until "we play."

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[Browns reporter addresses being called out by Shedeur Sanders over Deshaun Watson question](/content/nfl/articles/browns_reporter_addresses_being_called_out_by_shedeur_sanders_over_deshaun_watson_question/s1_13132_43942547/index.html)

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