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Before he had his Hall of Fame career in the NFL, Ray Lewis was doing his thing at the University of Miami almost as long ago as the last time the Miami Dolphins won a playoff game. The longtime Baltimore Ravens linebacker had some interesting thoughts when he talked about the Dolphins on the eve of the AFC and NFC title games this weekend and how they could get back to prominence after they missed the playoffs this season and finished with a losing record for the first time in five years. “Sometimes you gotta go through these rebuilding phases,”…
The circumstances might not be ideal for it, but the Miami Dolphins really need to focus on a draft-and-develop philosophy moving forward because the “F them picks” approach clearly hasn’t provided the desired results. And that already wasn’t clear, it only was reinforced by the NFC and AFC title games. The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are headed for a second Super Bowl matchup in three years, both teams built mostly around their homegrown talent rather than bringing in high-priced veterans from other teams. Of course, this is where somebody would point out — and rightfully — that the…
The Miami Dolphins reportedly have their new special teams coordinator, and it’s someone who was out of the NFL last season. The team will be hiring former Tennessee Titans special teams coordinator Craig Aukerman, according to NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero, to fill the vacancy created when Danny Crossman was fired after six seasons on the job. Aukerman was Titans special teams coordinator for five-plus seasons before he was fired in December 2023 after a disastrous day for the kicking game led to a loss against the Indianapolis Colts. In that game, the Titans had two punts blocked, including one…
The Detroit Lions made several significant moves during the 2024 free agency period, but one signing stood out as a major disappointment. According to Pro Football Focus, Marcus Davenport was the Lions’ worst signing of the 2024 offseason. Davenport’s time with the Lions was marred by injuries, limiting him to just a few games. However, even before the injuries, it was questionable whether Davenport was the right fit for the Lions. With a career-high of just nine sacks and a history of injuries, Davenport never quite lived up to expectations. The Lions ultimately found a better option mid-season, trading for…
The idea of Miami Dolphins QB coach Darrell Bevell joining the Las Vegas Raiders as offensive coordinator has come closer to becoming reality. Bevell interviewed for the position Tuesday, according to NFL Network reporters. The connection of Bevell to the Raiders is clear, and it’s new head coach Pete Carroll. He took over the Raiders job after previous head-coaching stints with the New York Jets, New England Patriots and most recently the Seattle Seahawks, and Bevell worked with him at his last stop. Carroll said during his introductory press conference Monday that he wanted to bring in coaches with whom…
A Detroit Lions fan who got a tattoo predicting the team would win the Super Bowl in 2024 has been left devastated once again. Alex Chepeska, 44, tweaked the design ahead of this season, crossing out 2024 and writing 2025 below it. However, the Lions’ latest playoff exit has left Chepeska heartbroken. The team crashed out in the Divisional round against the Washington Commanders, extending their wait for a first-ever Super Bowl appearance. Chepeska’s tattoo initially showed the Lions’ logo on the Vince Lombardi Trophy with ‘Champs 2024’ written underneath. Despite being told he risked jinxing the team, Chepeska remained…
The Pittsburgh Steelers are considering extending the contract of star pass rusher T.J. Watt, who is set to enter the final year of his current deal. Watt’s contract carries a $30 million cap hit for 2025, leading to speculation that the Steelers might part ways with him. However, Steelers owner Art Rooney quickly dismissed that idea, stating that it’s “unlikely” the team would move on from Watt. “He’s certainly been one of the real, solid pieces we have on that defense,” Rooney said. “I think he’s the kind of guy we want to have in the locker room going forward.”…
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest move has fans on edge, and it’s all about quarterback Russell Wilson making the 2025 Pro Bowl roster despite a lackluster season. Wilson’s inclusion has raised eyebrows, with many questioning the legitimacy of the Pro Bowl selection process. Wilson’s stats from last season don’t exactly scream “Pro Bowl material.” He ended the season with 2,482 yards and 16 touchdowns, along with a QB+ grade of 75.3, which ranked 17th in the NFL. The Steelers also ended the season with five straight losses, including a Wild Card Round loss against the Baltimore Ravens, with Wilson as the…
As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the 2025 NFL offseason, they have several key decisions to make. One of their top priorities should be adding more talent to their roster, particularly at wide receiver. According to a recent article by Pro Football Focus, the Steelers could consider signing Kansas City Chiefs wideout DeAndre Hopkins in free agency. Despite being 32 years old, Hopkins still has plenty to offer, as evidenced by his 77.0 PFF receiving grade this season. In 2024, Hopkins caught 56 passes for 610 yards and five touchdowns while playing for the Chiefs and Tennessee Titans. While he…
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ coaching staff, led by Mike Tomlin, made their presence felt at the Senior Bowl, and their actions sent a clear message about the team’s draft plans. Tomlin and his staff were spotted paying close attention to several prospects, particularly on the defensive side of the ball. This focus on defense suggests that the Steelers are prioritizing strengthening their pass rush and secondary in the upcoming draft. One prospect who caught Tomlin’s eye was edge rusher Isaiah McGuire from Missouri. McGuire’s impressive performance in the Senior Bowl likely solidified his position on the Steelers’ draft board. Additionally, Tomlin…