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As Deshaun Watson has been largely absent from the practice field, the Houston Texans have named Tyrod Taylor their Week 1 starting quarterback.

Not all divisions are equal. For some teams, the division is a cakewalk along the way to the playoffs. For others, it’s a black-and-blue fight to get to the top.

The good news for the Buccaneers is that only one player isn’t currently able to practice due to injury. The bad news is that it’s safety Jordan Whitehead, a key presence in the secondary. “The only person not participating is Jordan Whitehead with his hamstring,” coach Bruce Arians told reporters on Sunday. “It’s day-to-day — [more]

The return of two offensive linemen comes at a key moment, just as Dallas loses All-Pro Zack Martin for the Week 1 opener versus Tampa Bay. | From @ToddBrock24f7

One ESPN draft expert made an interesting comparison between Bengals QB Joe Burrow and Patriots rookie Mac Jones.

The Cowboys went back to the 2nd round corner well in selecting a prospect with first-round skill set. How long will it take Joseph to round into form? Will off-field concerns keep it from ever happening? | From @CDPiglet

The final fantasy football draft weekend ahead of the NFL season is here. Scott Pianowski gets you ready with updated player notes and strategy tips.

Greg Knapp’s love for bicycling will live on in Denver after members of the Broncos assembled & donated bikes to a local elementary school.

Let’s make some bold predictions for the upcoming season.

Colts hosted TE Austin Fort on visit, held tryout for 3 others on Friday.

The Cowboys had an apparent ace in the hole in case of injury, but his own setback leaves Rico Dowdle on the sideline for the entire season. | From @NoHuddle

Former NFL wide receiver David Patten, who caught Tom Brady’s first postseason touchdown pass, has reportedly died at the age of 47.

Dalton Del Don has some lofty expectations for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott in his return from injury. When will Justin Fields take over as Bears QB?

After being one of the Eagles’ final cuts, Andrew Adams has found a new team. By Reuben Frank

Does this mock draft keep the Steelers competitive in 2022?

Julian Edelman agreed with New England’s decision to start Mac Jones

Dalton Del Don offers up his fantasy predictions for the 2021 season in the conference.

Giants wide receiver Kenny Golladay missed most of training camp with a hamstring injury, but he’s moving in the right direction with Week One a little more than a week away. Golladay took part in a walkthrough practice on Wednesday and is back on the field for Thursday’s session. If he avoids any setbacks, he [more]

The New York Giants have waived defensive back Montre Hartage off of IR with an injury settlement.

The second-year former third-round pick was released Wednesday, but the Jets may bring him back on the practice squad.

Philadelphia Eagles place Tyree Jackson, Josiah Scott, and Jack Driscoll on Injured Reserve

In 2019, the Falcons made receiver Julio Jones the highest paid receiver in the NFL. That wasn’t enough to salvage the relationship. Owner Arthur Blank, in a recent interview with Jeff Schultz of TheAthletic.com, explained that the financial acrimony that began in 2018 and lasted until 2019 created issues that lingered into 2020 and beyond. [more]

Check out some of the most anticipated storylines entering Week 1. This game is streaming live on the Yahoo Sports mobile app, or on NFL Network

There’s always second guessing, and there will be again with the Cowboys’ decision to let these two down roster players go to other orgs. | From @KDDrummondNFL

John Lynch explains why the 49ers chose to keep Jalen Hurd despite the uncertainty surrounding his availability.

Of course NFL coaches and general managers are going to consider vaccination status in their roster decisions. So why are they not allowed to state the obvious?

In a surprising move, the Jets have released CB Bless Austin.

Montravius Adams wasn’t out of work for long. Adams, a defensive lineman who was one of the Patriots’ cuts yesterday, is signing with the Saints today, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Adams signed with the Patriots in March after spending his first four NFL seasons with the Packers, who drafted him in the third [more]

Irv Smith Jr. was expected to play a key role for the Vikings’ offense this season, but the third-year tight end is now expected to miss the year.

Wide receiver Breshad Perriman didn’t make the Lions out of training camp this summer, but he’ll have a chance to see them a couple of times during the regular season. Perriman’s agent Drew Rosenhaus announced that his client will sign with the Bears. The Bears host the Lions in Week Four and will be in [more]