The Dallas Cowboys started the season strong without cornerback DaRon Bland, managing to stifle Deshaun Watson’s offense in Week 1. However, the Cowboys are eager to see Bland and Trevon Diggs play together for the first time since last September. Bland’s IR-return designation rules him out until at least Week 5, but there’s optimism he could be ready by then. …
Cowboys Extend Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, Push Micah Parsons Talks to 2024
With mere hours before the regular season, the Dallas Cowboys secured two critical contract extensions for quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb. Both players inked four-year deals, ensuring the Cowboys won’t face distractions over their potential free agent departures in 2024. However, a key figure still looms on the extension horizon: All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons.
Jacob deGrom Set for Season Debut as Rangers Prepare for 2024
Jacob deGrom is set to make his long-awaited return to the mound for the Texas Rangers on Friday. The two-time Cy Young Award winner will start against the Seattle Mariners, marking his first appearance since undergoing Tommy John surgery in June 2023. This will also be his first major league start since April of that year.
Brandon Aiyuk’s Extension Nearly Derailed by Steelers Trade Deal
The San Francisco 49ers locked up wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk with a four-year, $120 million extension, but it nearly didn’t happen. FOX’s Jay Glazer revealed that the 49ers were on the brink of trading Aiyuk to the Pittsburgh Steelers before the deal was finalized. This dramatic turn of events unfolded on August 29, when Aiyuk personally intervened to stop the …
Cowboys Activate WR CeeDee Lamb
Cowboys Extend CeeDee Lamb with $136M Deal Amid Holdout, Activate Him for Week 1.
Jaguars Undecided On Week 1 Play-Caller
The Jaguars switched their primary play-caller just before last season. At least, it was revealed they would do so shortly before their 2023 slate began. The team’s performance — particularly down the stretch last year — has made this topic one of the top issues coming out of Jacksonville this summer. Days before Week 1, Doug Pederson may or may …
Justin Herbert Avoids Injury Report, Discusses Foot Injury
Justin Herbert didn’t make an appearance on the Chargers injury report, a clear indication that he’s good to go for Week 1. Before today’s report dropped, the quarterback made it clear that he’s past his foot injury, although he wouldn’t specify why he specifically missed weeks of practice. [RELATED: Justin Herbert Returns To Practice] Herbert was sidelined at the start …
Yankees Bullpen Struggles Continue as Team Shifts Closer Role
The New York Yankees’ struggles continued as they dropped the rubber match against the Texas Rangers by a 10-6 score. This loss marks their third consecutive series defeat, having also lost two of three games against the Nationals and the Cardinals. The Yankees had a chance to secure a series victory and maintain their position in the AL East standings on Tuesday, but a walk-off grand slam by Wyatt Langford handed them a 7-4 defeat. This loss was particularly damaging, as it highlighted ongoing issues within their bullpen.
Cowboys, Dak Prescott Making Progress In Extension Talks
As the Dallas Cowboys approach their 2024 season opener, contract negotiations with quarterback Dak Prescott are intensifying. With one year left on his current four-year, $160 million deal signed in 2021, the Cowboys and Prescott have been discussing an extension throughout the summer. The financial aspect of the deal is expected to position Prescott near the top of the quarterback market, but the main sticking point has been the contract’s length.
Broncos, Patrick Surtain Agree On Extension
Denver Broncos’ star cornerback Patrick Surtain has agreed to a four-year, $96 million contract extension, solidifying his status as the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL. The deal, which includes $77.5 million in guaranteed money, was reported by veteran NFL insider Jordan Schultz and marks a significant shift in the NFL’s cornerback market. Surtain’s extension surpasses Jaire Alexander’s 2022 deal with the Green Bay Packers, giving him a $3 million advantage in annual average value (AAV).