Former NFL linebacker Mike Lucci dies at 81

Mike Lucci, who played nine seasons with the Lions, died Tuesday, according to the Associated Press. Lucci was 81. Lucci died in Boca Raton, Florida, after an extended illness. The Browns drafted Lucci in the fifth round in 1961. He played three years in Cleveland and nine years in Detroit. “Many will remember Mike for [more]

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Marcellus Wiley explains why the Browns should not pay Baker Mayfield $35 million a year, but will do so I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Baker Mayfield’s status in the Cleveland Browns’ AFC North showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers is in question with his shoulder injury. His contract is also in question. The Browns picked up his fifth-year option, but there is no long-term deal agreement so far. One report says Baker’s deal will not reach Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen’s levels. However, the Browns were willing to quote: ‘pay him in the mid-to-high $30 million per year to stick around.’ Marcellus Wiley explains why Baker does not deserve $35 million a year, but will get it anyways.

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Mark Sanchez: The Cowboys can’t go on cruise control, but Dak Prescott is going to be just fine I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Dallas Cowboys can breathe a sigh of relief. Dak Prescott was seen without a walking boot at the team’s facility on Monday as he recovers from a calf strain. The Cowboys are coming off a bye week and play the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football. Jerry Jones said that the quarterback’s status was encouraging and added quote: ‘I feel very good about where Dak is right now.’ Mark Sanchez explains why the Cowboys can afford to be cautious, but that ‘Dak will be just fine.’

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Emmanuel Acho: The Eagles should bench Jalen Hurts to properly judge Nick Sirianni as a coach I SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

The Philadelphia Eagles have lost five of their last six games after their Week 7 loss against the Las Vegas Raiders. On Monday, the Eagles made some changes to their roster. Joe Flacco was traded to the New York Jets, which puts Gardner Minshew in the backup role. Jalen Hurts has averaged under 200 passing yards in the past three games, but head coach Nick Sirianni still gave him a boat of confidence, saying quote: ‘I have a ton of faith in Jalen. He will be our starting quarterback.’ Emmanuel Acho explains why the Eagles benching Hurts would clarify ‘who’s truly at fault for the Eagles’ struggles.’

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