Author: Bobby Finger on Jezebel, shared by Tom Ley to Deadspin

With KD in Phoenix, is it now championship or bust? | THE HERD

Super Bowl LVII was not the only activity in Arizona. Kevin Durant’s arrival to Phoenix also kept the state and market busy, besides the Waste Management Phoenix Open. The Phoenix Suns gave up three key players and a handful of picks to acquire KD but new owner Mat Ishbia says that the trade is not ‘a risk at all.’ The Suns playoff run was cut short last season, so is it now championship or bust with KD? Joy Taylor says to hold off on that belief, citing Ishbia’s comments.

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Should Ravens be all-in and pay Lamar Jackson? | THE HERD

The NFL’s franchise tag window is now open and one player to keep an eye on? Lamar Jackson. However, Baltimore Ravens OC Todd Monken is reportedly not worried about the QB’s potential holdout despite his cryptic IG story prior to the franchise tag window opening. Joy Taylor breaks down why the Ravens must be all-in on Lamar.

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Trey Lance entering the 'critical year' on his rookie contract | THE HERD

The San Francisco 49ers came up short in the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles after Brock Purdy’s elbow injury and other factors. With Purdy out for a few months (or more), Trey Lance is back as QB1. According to Albert Breer, Lance is entering the ‘critical’ year on his rookie contract as his future in the Bay Area will be decided this season. Joy Taylor evaluates the 49ers QB situation, including what they must do to contend for a Super Bowl.

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Should Giants zero in on Derek Carr instead of Daniel Jones? | THE CARTON SHOW

Craig Carton introduces a new segment called ‘I Don’t Want To Be That Guy, But…’ where he, James Jones, and Cody Decker share their unpopular sports opinions. Craig tries to sell the idea that the New York Giants should make a move for recently released quarterback Derek Carr instead of further investing in Daniel Jones.

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Todd Monken praises Lamar Jackson ahead of looming franchise tag | THE CARTON SHOW

Todd Monken, newly minted offensive coordinator for tha Baltimore Ravens, share some words about Lamar Jackson, and the talent he brings to the team. This comes after reports that the Ravens are preparing to franchise tag him. Monken says he doesn’t believe Lamar will hold out as a result of the tag, and James Jones weighs in on whether Ravens are undervaluing Lamar.

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