Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis said that anyone doubting the team’s ability to compete in the wake of Tom Brady’s retirement is due for a rude awakening and outperforming any low expectations will require others stepping up to fill the leadership void that the quarterback left behind. Left tackle Tristan Wirfs shares Davis’ rosy view of the team’s immediate future and … [Read more...] about Tristan Wirfs wants to “take over” as leader with Buccaneers
Report: Dalvin Cook decision to wait until closer to training camp
Fullback Alec Ingold would like to see running back Dalvin Cook join him in the Dolphins backfield, but there doesn’t appear to be anything imminent when it comes to a deal. Jeff Darlington of ESPN reports, via DolphinsTalk.com, that there is “nothing urgent ” in regard to Cook coming to terms with the Dolphins or any other team right now. Cook is expected to wait until … [Read more...] about Report: Dalvin Cook decision to wait until closer to training camp
Northwestern president hears evidence from former player, reconsiders Pat Fitzgerald discipline
Northwestern’s punishment of football coach Pat Fitzgerald was sufficient. Until it possibly wasn’t. With specific information regarding hazing allegations against the team making their way to the student-run Daily Northwestern, school president Michael Schill is now reconsidering the situation. And not in a manner that would reduce the two-week, slow-time suspension of … [Read more...] about Northwestern president hears evidence from former player, reconsiders Pat Fitzgerald discipline
Will Giants try to extend Xavier McKinney now?
Giants safety Xavier McKinney is entering the final year of his rookie deal scheduled to make $1.754 million in base salary and count $2.670 milion against the cap. Dan Duggan of TheAthletic.com reports that “there are no indications the Giants have initiated extension talks.” The Giants, though, could try to get something done now when McKinney doesn’t have as much leverage … [Read more...] about Will Giants try to extend Xavier McKinney now?
Javonte Williams: I feel like I’m ready to go
There continues to be optimism about Broncos running back Javonte Williams’ availability for the start of training camp. Broncos head coach Sean Payton said this spring that Williams has a good chance to avoid going on the physically unable to perform list as he makes his way back from last year’s torn ACL and Williams was able to participate in OTAs on a limited basis to … [Read more...] about Javonte Williams: I feel like I’m ready to go