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NFLThe Falcons Are Officially Starting Tua Tagovailoa in Week 1
With Michael Penix Jr. still recovering from a torn ACL, the Atlanta Falcons are turning to Tua Tagovailoa to start Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.Roster MoveInjuryBreaking News
NFLPuka Nacua is Playing Week 1 Because the NFL Disciplinary Wheel Hasn't Spun Yet
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is expected to play in Week 1 against the 49ers despite dealing with a groin injury and a looming NFL personal conduct policy investigation.InjurySuspensionGame Preview
NFLTreVeyon Henderson's Ankle Injury Has the Patriots Playing Week 1 Roulette
New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is day-to-day with an ankle injury ahead of the Wednesday night opener against the Seattle Seahawks, leaving Rhamondre Stevenson and betting markets in limbo.InjuryGame PreviewBetting
NFLA.J. Brown's Patriots Debut is Finally Here, and the Stakes Are Hilariously High
A.J. Brown is officially making his New England Patriots debut in the NFL Opener against the Seattle Seahawks, bringing his 1,000-yard pedigree and a lingering injury history to a Drake Maye-led offense.Game PreviewRoster MoveAnalysis
NFLColts Officially Bench Anthony Richardson for Daniel Jones
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen has named Daniel Jones the starting quarterback, relegating former first-round pick Anthony Richardson to the backup role.Roster MoveAnalysisBetting
NFLRaiders Dodge a Bullet: Ashton Jeanty on Track for Week 1 After Ankle Scare
The Las Vegas Raiders are optimistic that running back Ashton Jeanty will be ready for Week 1 after suffering a low ankle sprain in practice.InjuryFantasyBetting
NFLThe Raiders Finally Admit the Obvious: Kirk Cousins is QB1
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak officially named veteran Kirk Cousins the starting quarterback for Week 1, ending the performative competition with No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza.Roster MoveAnalysisFantasy
NFLGeorge Kittle and Nick Bosa Are Boarding the 49ers' Flight to Australia, Defying Medical Logic
George Kittle and Nick Bosa are making the 15-hour flight to Australia for the 49ers' season opener against the Rams despite recovering from major leg injuries.InjuryRoster MoveGame Preview
NFLChargers Place Denzel Perryman on IR in Annual Late-Summer Tradition
The Los Angeles Chargers placed veteran linebacker Denzel Perryman on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least four games and testing the team's defensive depth.InjuryRoster Move
NFLIsiah Pacheco Hits IR as the Lions' Backfield Depth Takes a Hit
The Detroit Lions placed running back Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve with a back injury, sidelining him for at least four games and leaving Jahmyr Gibbs to carry the load.InjuryRoster MoveFantasy
NFLCowboys Cut Bait, Steelers Play Chicken, and Ravens Torture Their Kicker
The NFL roster deadline brings a wave of chaotic decisions, including the Cowboys waiving Joe Milton, the Steelers facing a contract deadline with Joey Porter Jr., and the Ravens bringing in competition for kicker Tyler Loop.Roster MoveContractInjury
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