Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon has barely scratched the surface of his NFL journey, but he already knows exactly who he wants to emulate in the locker room.

The first-round draft pick out of USC hosted a youth football camp today and opened up about his transition to the pros. When asked about who has helped him adjust to life in Philadelphia, Lemon didn’t hesitate to give credit to the team’s newly minted No. 1 pass-catcher.

“My biggest mentor, I’d probably say, Smitty,” Lemon said, referencing star wideout DeVonta Smith. “Just the way he works, the way he...

In just two months from now, the Pittsburgh Steelers will be required to cut their 90-man offseason roster down to 53. With OTAs and mandatory minicamp in the rearview mirror, we can now make a slightly more educated guess on who will ultimately stick. With one of the deepest and most talented rosters in quite some time, […]

During the period in which the NFLPA was led by interim executive director David White, talks between the union and the NFL on CBA matters were understandably put on hold. J.C. Tretter is now (back) in place on a full-time basis, something which led to the belief an acceleration of negotiations on an expanded schedule could take place.

Indeed, some NFL owners have continued to eye an 18-game regular season being implemented in time for the 2027 campaign. It would come as a surprise if that were to be the case, however. According to veteran NFL reporter Mark Maske, there...

With just over a month left until training camp gets underway, the Minnesota Vikings are likely in the process of deciding what final moves they need to make to shore up their roster before everyone gets together in Eagan to prepare for the 2026 NFL season. Lots of people have suggestions, but one outlet has suggested a move for a relatively big name that. . .well, might not be a terribly good move for our favorite team.

ESPN has an article up that suggests one last offseason move for each of the 32 NFL teams, whether that move be a...

The Denver Broncos are actively enhancing their offensive lineup around Bo Nix by bringing in veteran wide receiver Hakeem Butler, who had an impressive season in the UFL. Butler led the spring league in receiving yards and earned the Offensive Player of the Year award, providing head coach Sean Payton with another intriguing option in a crowded receiving corps.

Payton has made it clear that improving the ground game is a top priority for the Broncos in 2026. Last season’s loss in the AFC Championship Game highlighted the challenges that arise when the running game falters, and striking a balance...

The Steelers have been busy on the extension front this offseason. There is work still to be done in that regard, though, and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. appears to be next on the to-do list.

Nothing is believed to be imminent between team and player, although there is plenty of time for an agreement to be reached prior to Week 1. Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh-Post Gazette predicts Porter will wind up signing an extension ahead of the 2026 season, the final year of his rookie contract. The matter of value on a long-term deal will of course be a...

A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article, but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys. Your Depot After Dark for June 20. Pass Rush Workout Several Pittsburgh Steelers starters were hard at work refining their pass rush moves during summer […]

This past week, I asked the following question:

Reflecting on the recent Miami Dolphins OTAs: which player performances or position group developments have given you the most optimism for the upcoming season, and conversely, which areas still leave you with doubts or unanswered questions?

Below are some of your thoughts and answers-

FLexile has seen the other South Florida pro franchises do what the Dolphins are attempting to do and hopes they can follow the same model. Also sees Ewers stepping in at some point, ultimately causing a quarterback controversy.

I’ve watched the Marlins, Heat and Panthers build winning...

Courtesy of Jimmy Johnson, former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Vinson Smith learned a valuable lesson about the business of the NFL. Entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 1988 with the Atlanta Falcons, Smith caught on with the Steelers in 1989 and battled for a roster spot until suffering an injury during the preseason. […]

Mansoor Delane was able to participate in OTAs, but he did not take part in minicamp. The Chiefs’ first-round rookie should be in place for the beginning of padded practices, however.

Delane was dealing with a shoulder injury during minicamp, head coach Andy Reid said. He added (via ESPN’s Nate Taylor) that was the cause for his absence during Kansas City’s final practices of the spring. Delane should be fully healed in time for the start of training camp, per Reid.

That would of course be critical for a Chiefs secondary which has undergone a number of changes this offseason....

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been searching for their answer at quarterback ever since Ben Roethlisberger retired following the 2021 season.

Their first swing of the bat came in the 2022 NFL Draft when they selected Kenny Pickett from the University of Pittsburgh in the first round. Pickett had 42 touchdowns in his fifth and final year at Pitt and led the Panthers to the ACC Championship. However, Pickett was a bust with the Steelers.

In 24 starts for the Steelers, Pickett threw just 13 touchdowns along with 13 interceptions. Of the 57 quarterbacks to play 200+ snaps from 2021-22, he...

Immediately after Brendan Sorsby declared for the 2026 NFL Supplemental Draft this summer, many immediately pointed to the New York Jets as one of his top fits. If that is going to happen, it seems a lot will have to go right for New York.

According to Brian Costello of the New York Post Sports, the Jets would likely only take a late-round flyer on Sorsby in the 2026 NFL Supplemental Draft. As a result, there’s a very good chance New York doesn’t get him.

Related: Brendan Sorsby Landing Spots

There is a lot of mixed reporting on Sorsby since...