NFL Hot Takes

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 20: Jonathan Taylor #28 of the Indianapolis Colts runs onto the field during player introductions prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Jonathan Taylor trade rumors: 3 most alluring fits for Colts star running back

Falcons rookie Bijan Robinson might be the RB1 in Fantasy Football

The rise of C.J. Stroud; No. 2 overall pick ready to lead Texans?

Saints Hot Take: Why Michael Thomas is a top offensive X-factor in 2023

SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA - JULY 27: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers attends Carolina Panthers Training Camp at Wofford College on July 27, 2023 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Carolina Panthers: Dynamic QB/WR duo set to dazzle for years to come

Aug 10, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) warms up before a game against the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

Buy or Sell: Was Mac Jones let down by the Patriots?

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill speaks to the media after training camp at Baptist Health Training Complex, Wednesday, July 26, 2023 in Miami Gardens.

Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill says he doesn’t watch film; uses Madden to scout

Aug 2, 2023; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich talks at midfield with quarterback Bryce Young (9) during Fan Fest at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

Frank Reich says Panthers will ‘Keep It 100’ in 2023

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Anthony Richardson #5 of the Indianapolis Colts looks to pass the ball during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)

Anthony Richardson’s preseason debut a promising start for Colts

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - AUGUST 03: Calvin Ridley #0 of the Jacksonville Jaguars catches a pass during Training Camp at Miller Electric Center on August 03, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Jaguars top target Calvin Ridley set to remind the NFL he is HIM

Jun 14, 2023; Thousand Oaks, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay talks with receiver Puka Nacua (17) during minicamp at Cal Lutheran University. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

WR Puka Nacua will have a role in the Rams offense as a rookie

WESTFIELD, INDIANA - JULY 26: Anthony Richardson #5 of the Indianapolis Colts throws the ball during the first day of the Indianapolis Colts Training Camp at Grand Park Sports Campus on July 26, 2023 in Westfield, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Colts, Lions and Falcons: 3 rookie debuts to watch in NFL preseason Week 1

Jul 30, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) during training camp at AdventHealth Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Baker Mayfield is doing Baker Mayfield things at Buccaneers training camp

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - DECEMBER 11: Malcolm Rodriguez #44 of the Detroit Lions is introduced prior to a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on December 11, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Detroit Lions linebacker Malcolm Rodriguez is a rising star in the NFL

Jan 9, 2022; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars outside linebacker Myles Jack (44) smiles on the bench after a defensive stop during the second half against the Indianapolis Colts at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia Eagles sign a would-be electrician to play linebacker

Jul 27, 2023; Owings Mills, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) reacts after catching a pass during training camp practice at Under Armour Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Brent Skeen-USA TODAY Sports

Who is the Ravens WR1? Zay Flowers, Odell Beckham Jr., or Rashod Bateman?

Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter on stage after being selected by the Philadelphia Eagles ninth overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Eagles: Jalen Carter sets his sights on the Defensive Rookie of the Year Award

Jul 29, 2023; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos Sean Payton speaks following training camp the Centura Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Broncos HC Sean Payton and Jets QB Aaron Rodgers have verbal spat over Nathaniel Hackett

Jul 24, 2023; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) answers questions from reporters during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Travis Kelce takes out Taylor Swift rejection on teammates at Chiefs training camp

Dec 4, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen (27) celebrates after intercepting a pass intended for Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams (23) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Seahawks: Madden 24 says Tariq Woolen is not a top 20 CB

June 14, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) passes on the sideline Wednesday, June 14, 2023, during mandatory minicamp at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center in Indianapolis. Mandatory Credit: Mykal McEldowney-USA TODAY Sports

Could the Colts really trade RB Jonathan Taylor following Jim Irsay Twitter beef?

Jul 22, 2023; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks on during drills the New York Jets Training Camp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

New York Jets: 4 things we want to see on HBO‘s Hard Knocks

Dec 18, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes the ball in the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-USA TODAY Sports

Justin Fields guarantees 4,000 passing yards for the first time in Bears history

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - JANUARY 07: Derrick Henry #22 and Joshua Dobbs #11 of the Tennessee Titans in action during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on January 07, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Courtney Culbreath/Getty Images)

Titans Hype: Derrick Henry, DeAndre Hopkins tune it up in the Music City

Oct 23, 2022; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones before the game against the Detroit Lions at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Cowboys: 3 reasons Dallas can finally win Super Bowl in 2023

Sep 11, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) warms up before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Preview: 3 potential breakout stars from every AFC East squad

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 18: Jonnu Smith #81 of the New England Patriots reacts during the first half against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on December 18, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Getty Images)

Falcons tight end Jonnu Smith destined to find redemption in Atlanta

Sep 18, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) reacts after scoring a first half touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Dolphins: Jaylen Waddle is a top 10 WR in the NFL already (top 30 ranked)