Weekly, we take a look around the SB Nation family of NFL blogs. Here are the news stories and analysis they are discussing.
The San Francisco 49ers struck gold when they selected quarterback Brock Purdy with the final pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, making him Mr. Irrelevant. When Purdy had to step in, he immediately elevated an already good 49ers offense and led the team to the NFC Championship Game, which they ended up losing after Purdy was injured. He followed that up with a Super Bowl appearance this past season. So is Purdy the most important player for the 49ers or is is their star running back, Christian McCaffrey? Check out what the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.
AFC EAST:
New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)
Remembering the Founding Fathers of pro football in New England – Pats Pulpit
This July 4, let’s take a look at the history of pro football in the region.
New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)
New York Jets: Aaron Rodgers missed minicamp for a trip to Egypt – Gang Green Nation
The Aaron Rodgers saga continues
Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)
Nick Wright believes Bills QB Josh Allen is under intense pressure in 2024 – Buffalo Rumblings
He’s an acquired taste — and a Chiefs fan who believes Allen needs to prove his worth as a quarterback
AFC NORTH:
Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)
Could Ravens’ seventh-round pick be their most impactful rookie? – Baltimore Beatdown
How safety Sanoussi Kane could be the Raven’s most impactful rookie in 2024
Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)
Pittsburgh Steelers’ Minkah Fitzpatrick listed amongst NFL’s top safeties – Behind the Steel Curtain
The Steelers’ star is still one of the best in the NFL
Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)
Bengals receive poor grade in NFL facility food – Cincy Jungle
Room for improvement.
Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)
Browns offseason grade positive from ESPN: Jerry Jeudy, Jameis Winston vs Justin Fields – Dawgs By Nature
Trading for Justin Fields instead of signing Jameis Winston knocked the Browns offseason grade
AFC SOUTH:
Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)
The Value of Things: Texans Key Players— Dameon Pierce – Battle Red Blog
Can the third year back bounce back?
Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)
Don’t sleep on Titans LB Garret Wallow and his 53-man roster chances – Music City Miracles
One lesser-known Titans linebacker could throw a wrench into a crowded position room
Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)
Tweets of the week: Jimmy Smith highlights and more – Big Cat Country
A roundup of Jaguars highlights, hype, and more from Twitter this week
Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)
Colts’ breakout players to watch before training camp – Stampede Blue
Every year before training camp starts there are a few players that look primed to break into the scene in the NFL. There are two types of “breakouts”, one is from solid player to star in the NFL,…
AFC WEST:
Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)
Denver Broncos’ greatest players of all-time: #11, Demaryius Thomas – Mile High Report
Demaryius Thomas will forever be remembered as one of the greatest Denver Broncos.
Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)
Rashawn Slater tabbed as No. 1 priority for Chargers to get new contract done – Bolts From The Blue
The Chargers got Justin Herbert’s contract done last offseason. Will they waste little time in locking down his biggest protector?
Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)
Raiders 2024 Roster: Ranking AFC West defensive tackles – Silver And Black Pride
Will Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Christian Wilkins unseat Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones as the best defensive tackle in the division?
Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)
Chiefs Roster: What is the Day 1 plan at left tackle? – Arrowhead Pride
The Kansas City Chiefs continue to search for the player who will finally take Eric Fisher’s place. Will it be Kingsley Suamataia, Wanya Morris — or comeo
NFC EAST:
New York Giants (via Big Blue View)
‘Things I think’: Spotlight from ‘Hard Knocks’ not all flattering – Big Blue View
Ed takes on ex-exec Michael Lombardi, and more
Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)
The Impact of Kellen Moore goes Beyond the Playbook – Bleeding Green Nation
Questions have been raised over the past three years about whether Sirianni or Hurts deserve the credit – and blame – for the Eagles’ offensive successes and failures. Kellen Moore will finally answer those questions.
Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)
Dallas Cowboys roster: 5 training camp/preseason bold predictions – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys will be heading to training camp in a few short weeks. We have some old predictions for training camp and preseason.
Washington Commanders (via Hogs Haven)
The 5 O’Clock Club: the case for trading away Terry McLaurin and Jonathan Allen – Hogs Haven
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere…
NFC NORTH:
Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)
Packers’ best plays of 2023, #1: Keisean Nixon outsmarts Patrick Mahomes – Acme Packing Company
Rarely has a corner played more perfectly.
Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)
NFL DC crowns Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as biggest challenge – Pride Of Detroit
The praise for Lions OC Ben Johnson keeps coming in. The latest is directly from an NFL defensive coordinator.
Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)
A Scout’s Take: Chicago Bears defensive players I can’t wait to see in camp – Windy City Gridiron
Here are a few defensive players that Greg Gabriel is excited to watch at Bears camp.
Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)
Andrew Van Ginkel could start Training Camp on the PUP List – Daily Norseman
Some not-so-great news for Brian Flores and company
NFC SOUTH:
New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)
Is Isaiah Foskey ready to take the next step? – Canal Street Chronicles
With Tanoh Kpassagnon out for the season, the 2nd round pick’s time is now.
Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)
Breaking down the would-be juggernaut that is the Falcons RB position – The Falcoholic
Not much has changed here, and the Falcons should be great on the ground despite a new coaching staff.
Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)
Brian Answers: July 4th edition for America mailbag – Cat Scratch Reader
Kicking off your July 4th holiday with another round of questions from CSR comments!
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)
3 Buccaneers Veterans on the Roster Bubble – Bucs Nation
Who might not make it out of Buccaneers training camp?
NFC WEST:
San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)
49ers MVP: Is Christian McCaffrey it or is it Brock Purdy? – Niners Nation
Seems like he’s the pick for the team
Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)
Over/Ditto/Under on Mike Clay’s 2024 Offensive Unit Rankings for Arizona Cardinals – Revenge of the Birds
Come vote for where you believe each position group should be ranked
Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)
Making a case for optimism for the 2024 Seattle Seahawks – Field Gulls
Why we should be excited about the future of the Seattle Seahawks.
Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)
Rams Sign John Johnson: What does addition mean for others on roster? – Turf Show Times
What does John Johnson signing at safety mean for other players at the position?