Every week we take a look around the NFL at each team. We pull the biggest and most discussed headlines from each of our 32 NFL websites.
Here’s all the biggest NFL headlines from this week:
NFC NORTH
How well is the Packers offense designed to set up an inexperienced QB like Jordan Love?
Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)
Brian Gutekunst and the Packers see special potential in Jordan Love, but how well can he play in this offense if he has to go out there right away? Luckily, Matt LaFleur’s scheme will help.
Observations from Lions 2021 rookie mini-camp
Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)
There are some noticeable changes in Allen Park, as the Lions begin football activities.
Bears have good participation on day 1 of Phase 2
Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)
The Chicago Bears kicked off the second phase of their offseason workout program on Monday, and according to ESPN’s Jeff Dickerson they received very good attendance.
Vikings to sign OT Evin Ksiezarczyk following mini-camp
Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)
Another player being brought on after this weekend’s workouts
NFC SOUTH
PFF predicts New Orleans Saints 2021 starting lineup
New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)
Expect some shuffling on both sides of the ball for the New Orleans Saints throughout camp
Matt Ryan praises Julio Jones: ‘He’s probably impacted my career more than any other player’
Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)
Matt Ryan talked about longtime teammate Julio Jones, amid trade speculation.
Tommy Tremble has the potential to be the NFL’s next superstar tight end
Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)
The Panthers drafted Tommy Tremble in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft, and he has the chance to be one of the draft’s biggest steals.
Antonio Brown signing still pending physical, Bruce Arians says
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)
The head coach said during an appearance on the Pewter Report Podcast that Brown was having his knee cleaned up, which is why the previously reported deal has yet to become official.
NFC WEST
PFF names Maurice Hurst as most underrated 49er
San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)
The former Las Vegas Raider will provide some much needed depth on the defensive line.
“So y’all do this for each other, man!”
Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)
Stephen Crane’s The Red Badge of Courage is of the most enlightening portrayals of the precise kind of motivation it takes for a man to put aside his most daunting fears for the benefit of his team.
Football Outsiders names Seahawks’ biggest roster hole
Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)
After a disappointing playoff loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the Seattle Seahawks offensive line came back into focus as a major area to address during free agency and in the NFL Draft.
Jalen Ramsey has a message for Bears fans with Week 1 less than four months away
Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)
The buildup for Week 1 is already happening
AFC EAST
Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores joins Joe Rose to talk Tua Tagovailoa, offseason program, rookies, and mock drafts
Miami Dolphins (via The Phinsider)
Prior to the start of phase two on Monday, Dolphins head coach Brian Flores joined The Joe Rose Show with Zach Krantz on 560 The Joe in Miami.
List of Patriots set to return from Coronavirus opt-out list keeps getting smaller
New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)
Of the 67 players to exercise their right to opt out of the 2020 NFL season due to the Coronavirus pandemic, a league-high eight were under contract with the New England Patriots at the time.
A Look at Jets Draft Pick Alijah Vera-Tucker
New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)
Plus the question of draft building philosophies.
NFL Schedule Release: Bills get five national TV games highlighted by Thanksgiving night
Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)
The Buffalo Bills will be featured prominently on the national stage in the 2021 NFL season. Buffalo will have a multitude of nationally televised games on strange days and start times, rather than the traditional 1:00 pm Eastern time slot on Sunday.
AFC NORTH
Backup quarterback is an interesting competition for the Ravens this offseason
Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)
Robert Griffin III is no longer a Raven and there’s a battle for QB2
Training Camp Battles: Who will fill out the CB depth chart?
Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)
With the 2021 NFL Draft a thing of the past, we look ahead to some training camp battles facing the Steelers this season.
Bengals sign Jackson Carman
Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)
Carman is set to compete for a starting guard spot in his rookie year.
Rashard Higgins is Browns most underrated player, per PFF
Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)
Veteran wide receiver continues to be a reliable target for quarterback Baker Mayfield.
AFC SOUTH
2021 Houston Texans Depth Chart Predictions
Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)
When there are no clear starters, internal competition unlikely to win games
Titans agree to terms with CB Quenton Meeks
Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)
After releasing three players yesterday afternoon, the Titans added a new defensive back on Tuesday...
Report: Jaguars send Josiah Scott to Eagles for Jameson Houston and sixth-round pick
Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)
The Jaguars have dealt one of its 2020 draftees away, sending Josiah Scott to the Eagles.
Adam Schein Considers New Colts QB Carson Wentz a ‘Dark Horse’ 2021 NFL MVP Candidate
Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Indianapolis Colts will be signing former Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowl left tackle Eric Fisher to a 1-year, $9.4 million contract:
AFC WEST
Aaron Rodgers or Bust?
Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)
If the Broncos fail to solve their QB conundrum in 2021, “What ifs” could haunt George Paton’s tenure.
Predicting the Chargers 53-man roster 1.0
Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)
Here’s my very first prediction for the team’s final 53-man roster.
Silver Minings: Jon Gruden backs Derek Carr - again
Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)
Coach describes his quarterback as “very underestimated”
Chiefs ranked highly in only offseason grade that really matters
Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)
A new ESPN poll puts the Chiefs at the top of the league.