21 days ago
The high school sports season has reached the midpoint of September.
This story provides a look ahead at the week of Sept. 14 – Sept. 19 with games and meets to watch across boys and girls volleyball and cross country for Oshkosh, Fond du Lac schools.
As the season progresses, this story will also provide a look at notable accomplishments, how conference races are shaking out and anything newsworthy that happens across the non-football fall sports.
To make sure your game, accomplishment or accolade is included, please reach out to sports reporter Ben Schultz via email at BSchultzusatodayco.com with the information you think is noteworthy.
More: Top high school performers in Oshkosh, Fond du Lac from Aug. 31 - Sept. 6
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This story provides a look ahead at the week of Sept. 14 – Sept. 19 with games and meets to watch across boys and girls volleyball and cross country for Oshkosh, Fond du Lac schools.
As the season progresses, this story will also provide a look at notable accomplishments, how conference races are shaking out and anything newsworthy that happens across the non-football fall sports.
To make sure your game, accomplishment or accolade is included, please reach out to sports reporter Ben Schultz via email at BSchultzusatodayco.com with the information you think is noteworthy.
More: Top high school performers in Oshkosh, Fond du Lac from Aug. 31 - Sept. 6
#sept #sports #story
25 days ago
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown did indeed suffer a high-ankle sprain on Wednesday night against the Seattle Seahawks. An MRI taken on Thursday confirmed the initial diagnosis and according to a report by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport suggests that the 29-year-old "[is] expected to be out at least four weeks."
A follow-up report by NFL insider Jordan Schultz put the projected recovery time at around 3-6 weeks, with internal discussions whether or not a move to injured reserve will be necessary.
The New England Patriots will be without their No. 1 wide receiver for the foreseeable future. A.J. Brown, who exited Wednesday's loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the third quarter, is believed to have suffered a high-ankle sprain.
According to a report by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo, how much time he will miss will be determined by an MRI on Thursday. X-rays did come back negative for a fracture of the injured right ankle, though.
Brown, 29, joined the Patriots in a trade with the Eagles this offseason. He promptly took on a starting role, and as such was on the field for 31 of New England's first 35 snaps against Seattle. He caught three passes for 26 yards along the way and drew a 34-yard pass interference penalty to set up his team's lone touchdown.
#Patriots #Seattle #ankle #thursday
A follow-up report by NFL insider Jordan Schultz put the projected recovery time at around 3-6 weeks, with internal discussions whether or not a move to injured reserve will be necessary.
The New England Patriots will be without their No. 1 wide receiver for the foreseeable future. A.J. Brown, who exited Wednesday's loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the third quarter, is believed to have suffered a high-ankle sprain.
According to a report by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo, how much time he will miss will be determined by an MRI on Thursday. X-rays did come back negative for a fracture of the injured right ankle, though.
Brown, 29, joined the Patriots in a trade with the Eagles this offseason. He promptly took on a starting role, and as such was on the field for 31 of New England's first 35 snaps against Seattle. He caught three passes for 26 yards along the way and drew a 34-yard pass interference penalty to set up his team's lone touchdown.
#Patriots #Seattle #ankle #thursday
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28 days ago
The cornerback market rose again in the early morning hours Tuesday as the New England Patriots and star defensive back Christian Gonzalez agreed to a record-setting four-year, $135 million extension with $102 million guaranteed just ahead of the team's season opener, insider Jordan Schultz reported.
Gonzalez's $33.75 million yearly average sets the new top mark for cornerbacks, just ahead of the $33 million average-per-year contract fellow 2023 draftee and Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon signed earlier this offseason.
Now, only one big-name cornerback contract dispute from the 2023 draft remains: the Steelers and Joey Porter Jr.'s "impasse."
Pittsburgh remains adamant in its policy of not negotiating with players during the regular season. And Porter hasn't closed the door on sitting out games if he isn't extended by Week 1. With the Steelers opening their season on Sunday, Sept. 13, the remaining window for an extension this offseason is rapidly shrinking — and the cornerback market keeps going up.
Porter is entering the final year of his rookie contract.
#cornerback #year #season
Gonzalez's $33.75 million yearly average sets the new top mark for cornerbacks, just ahead of the $33 million average-per-year contract fellow 2023 draftee and Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon signed earlier this offseason.
Now, only one big-name cornerback contract dispute from the 2023 draft remains: the Steelers and Joey Porter Jr.'s "impasse."
Pittsburgh remains adamant in its policy of not negotiating with players during the regular season. And Porter hasn't closed the door on sitting out games if he isn't extended by Week 1. With the Steelers opening their season on Sunday, Sept. 13, the remaining window for an extension this offseason is rapidly shrinking — and the cornerback market keeps going up.
Porter is entering the final year of his rookie contract.
#cornerback #year #season
28 days ago
The New England Patriots have reportedly agreed to a four-year, $102 million extension with Christian Gonzalez, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
All of the speculation surrounding the star defensive back can finally end.
The Patriots have decided to invest long-term in having one of the best cover cornerbacks in the NFL for years to come. And Gonzalez, Bill Belichick's final first-round draft pick, is digging his roots in as a foundational defensive stalwart in New England's secondary.
The extension comes after the Seattle Seahawks agreed to a blockbuster deal with All-Pro cornerback Devon Witherspoon in August. There was a belief that Gonzalez was waiting for that deal to get done to set a baseline for his negotiations with the Patriots.
It took longer than expected, but Gonzalez and Witherspoon, who share the same agent, have both now made history in less than a month apart.
#gonzalez #agreed #extension #england
All of the speculation surrounding the star defensive back can finally end.
The Patriots have decided to invest long-term in having one of the best cover cornerbacks in the NFL for years to come. And Gonzalez, Bill Belichick's final first-round draft pick, is digging his roots in as a foundational defensive stalwart in New England's secondary.
The extension comes after the Seattle Seahawks agreed to a blockbuster deal with All-Pro cornerback Devon Witherspoon in August. There was a belief that Gonzalez was waiting for that deal to get done to set a baseline for his negotiations with the Patriots.
It took longer than expected, but Gonzalez and Witherspoon, who share the same agent, have both now made history in less than a month apart.
#gonzalez #agreed #extension #england
28 days ago
Christian Gonzalez and the New England Patriots have agreed on a four-year, $135 million extension late on Monday night, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
The 24-year-old is now the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL and the highest-paid player in Patriots history. Defensive lineman Milton Williams owned the record previously after signing a four-year, $104 million ($63 million guaranteed) deal during free agency in March 2025.
Gonzalez is now one of two cornerbacks in NFL history to reach a deal worth more than $130 million. Seattle Seahawks star Devon Witherspoon signed a four-year, $132 million extension last month, which briefly made him the highest-paid player at the position.
The Patriots appeared to confirm the new deal on social media on Monday night.
A second-team All-Pro in 2024 and a Pro Bowler last season, Gonzalez was the Patriots' first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. After playing only four games during his rookie season due to a torn labrum and dislocated shoulder, he suited up 16 times in 2024, recording 50 solo tackles and two interceptions.
#year
The 24-year-old is now the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL and the highest-paid player in Patriots history. Defensive lineman Milton Williams owned the record previously after signing a four-year, $104 million ($63 million guaranteed) deal during free agency in March 2025.
Gonzalez is now one of two cornerbacks in NFL history to reach a deal worth more than $130 million. Seattle Seahawks star Devon Witherspoon signed a four-year, $132 million extension last month, which briefly made him the highest-paid player at the position.
The Patriots appeared to confirm the new deal on social media on Monday night.
A second-team All-Pro in 2024 and a Pro Bowler last season, Gonzalez was the Patriots' first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. After playing only four games during his rookie season due to a torn labrum and dislocated shoulder, he suited up 16 times in 2024, recording 50 solo tackles and two interceptions.
#year
28 days ago
The New England Patriots and Christian Gonzalez have finally reached agreement on a contract extension. After months of negotiations, the two sides found common ground on a record-breaking four-year, $135 million deal.
Gonzalez's contract also includes $102 million in guarantees, another new high for a cornerback. NFL insider Jordan Schultz was first to report the deal.
This story will be updated.
#million #deal #Patriots
Gonzalez's contract also includes $102 million in guarantees, another new high for a cornerback. NFL insider Jordan Schultz was first to report the deal.
This story will be updated.
#million #deal #Patriots
28 days ago
Less than 48 hours away from the start of the 2026 NFL season, the second domino in the cornerback market has fallen.
The New England Patriots and All-Pro Christian Gonzalez have agreed to a 4-year, $135 million contract extension with $102 million in guarantees, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz on Monday night.
After the Seattle Seahawks and Devon Witherspoon agreed to a four-year, $132 million ($101 million guaranteed) extension that made him the highest-paid cornerback in football, it was a matter of time until the Pats and Gonzalez followed suit and topped that figure — and despite some concern that a deal wouldn't get done before the season opener, they now have come to an agreement.
The extension comes over a month after Patriots owner Robert Kraft told media the team had offered Gonzalez a cornerback-record deal. Gonzalez held off on signing that contract offer, with the ****** umption being he was waiting out Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon, who was also in line to sign a mega-deal at the time.
Both Witherspoon and Gonzalez have emerged as bona fide stars at the position since they were taken in the 2023 NFL Draft, with Witherspoon selected fifth overall and Gonzalez coming off the board at pick 17.
#Patriots #seahawks
The New England Patriots and All-Pro Christian Gonzalez have agreed to a 4-year, $135 million contract extension with $102 million in guarantees, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz on Monday night.
After the Seattle Seahawks and Devon Witherspoon agreed to a four-year, $132 million ($101 million guaranteed) extension that made him the highest-paid cornerback in football, it was a matter of time until the Pats and Gonzalez followed suit and topped that figure — and despite some concern that a deal wouldn't get done before the season opener, they now have come to an agreement.
The extension comes over a month after Patriots owner Robert Kraft told media the team had offered Gonzalez a cornerback-record deal. Gonzalez held off on signing that contract offer, with the ****** umption being he was waiting out Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon, who was also in line to sign a mega-deal at the time.
Both Witherspoon and Gonzalez have emerged as bona fide stars at the position since they were taken in the 2023 NFL Draft, with Witherspoon selected fifth overall and Gonzalez coming off the board at pick 17.
#Patriots #seahawks
29 days ago
Just before the start of the 2026 season, the New York Giants reportedly signed quarterback Jameis Winston to a two-year contract extension.
According to a report from NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Giants are keeping Winston on a two-year deal worth up to $13 million.
Though Jaxson Dart is entering his second season as the unquestioned starting quarterback following a promising rookie campaign, having Winston backing him up on the depth chart is a strong value to have in the room.
Winston was entering the final year of his previous two-year deal with the Giants. The details of the contract have yet to be released as of this writing, but this should alleviate some salary-cap concerns to begin the campaign.
It's been years since Winston has operated as a full-time starter, but he's wound up seeing spot-start action over the last few seasons. In 2025 with the Giants, Winston appeared in three games (two starts) while completing 37 of 66 pass attempts (56.1%) for 567 passing yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.
#start #entering
According to a report from NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Giants are keeping Winston on a two-year deal worth up to $13 million.
Though Jaxson Dart is entering his second season as the unquestioned starting quarterback following a promising rookie campaign, having Winston backing him up on the depth chart is a strong value to have in the room.
Winston was entering the final year of his previous two-year deal with the Giants. The details of the contract have yet to be released as of this writing, but this should alleviate some salary-cap concerns to begin the campaign.
It's been years since Winston has operated as a full-time starter, but he's wound up seeing spot-start action over the last few seasons. In 2025 with the Giants, Winston appeared in three games (two starts) while completing 37 of 66 pass attempts (56.1%) for 567 passing yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.
#start #entering
1 month ago
Many fantasy football managers will employ a late-round TE strategy going into their drafts. Once you get past the handful of elite options at TE, things get pretty flat pretty quick. With that in mind, Yahoo **** ysts Hayden Winks, Justin Boone and Scott Pianowski give you their favorite sleeper tight end for the 2026 season.
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If you want the most terminally online deep sleeper, Ferguson is your guy. The 2025 second-round pick played in the most absurd role in tight end history last year under coach Sean McVay. Ferguson largely played a vertical receiving role in 2- and 3-TE sets as a downfield receiver in disguise. His average depth of target was 17.9 yards downfield. Only Tyquan Thornton, Alec Pierce and Kyle Williams were targeted more downfield!!! That will boggle the mind. Fast-forward to this year, the Rams need better talent at "WR," and Ferguson could be the answer based on what he provided last season. Davante Adams was dangled in trade discussions open to the public after a down season beyond the goal line, and trading for Tutu Atwell on Aug. 27 is never a great sign for the rest of the room. There's a chance (25%) that Ferguson is viewed as the team's WR3 this season. McVay's done crazy things like this before with Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, Blake Corum and 3-TE sets. — Hayden Winks
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The loss of a true breakout receiver in Jayden Higgins will have significant ramifications on the Texans' passing attack. Nico Collins is an elite top target, with Jaylin Noel and Kayshon Boutte as quality contributors. However, fantasy managers shouldn't sleep on Dalton Schultz. The veteran tight end seems like a boring pick, but he's quietly coming off a strong fantasy campaign where he averaged the 11th-most points at his position over the final 13 weeks. That included finishing tied for third in receptions among tight ends (82) and sixth in receiving yards (777). With Higgins sidelined for the season, Schultz now has a chance to be C.J. Stroud's No. 2 target once again. You're not going to impress your leaguemates by taking the 30-year-old Texans tight end. But if you somehow miss out on the top-13 options at the position, Schultz is in the next group of high-end TE2s who could easily end the year as a fantasy TE1. — Justin Boone
#tight #schultz #downfield
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If you want the most terminally online deep sleeper, Ferguson is your guy. The 2025 second-round pick played in the most absurd role in tight end history last year under coach Sean McVay. Ferguson largely played a vertical receiving role in 2- and 3-TE sets as a downfield receiver in disguise. His average depth of target was 17.9 yards downfield. Only Tyquan Thornton, Alec Pierce and Kyle Williams were targeted more downfield!!! That will boggle the mind. Fast-forward to this year, the Rams need better talent at "WR," and Ferguson could be the answer based on what he provided last season. Davante Adams was dangled in trade discussions open to the public after a down season beyond the goal line, and trading for Tutu Atwell on Aug. 27 is never a great sign for the rest of the room. There's a chance (25%) that Ferguson is viewed as the team's WR3 this season. McVay's done crazy things like this before with Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, Blake Corum and 3-TE sets. — Hayden Winks
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The loss of a true breakout receiver in Jayden Higgins will have significant ramifications on the Texans' passing attack. Nico Collins is an elite top target, with Jaylin Noel and Kayshon Boutte as quality contributors. However, fantasy managers shouldn't sleep on Dalton Schultz. The veteran tight end seems like a boring pick, but he's quietly coming off a strong fantasy campaign where he averaged the 11th-most points at his position over the final 13 weeks. That included finishing tied for third in receptions among tight ends (82) and sixth in receiving yards (777). With Higgins sidelined for the season, Schultz now has a chance to be C.J. Stroud's No. 2 target once again. You're not going to impress your leaguemates by taking the 30-year-old Texans tight end. But if you somehow miss out on the top-13 options at the position, Schultz is in the next group of high-end TE2s who could easily end the year as a fantasy TE1. — Justin Boone
#tight #schultz #downfield
1 month ago
The Oshkosh and Fond du Lac Athlete of the Week poll from Aug. 24 – Aug. 30 is live until noon, Friday, Sept. 4.
Cast your vote for an area athlete that participated in sports including cross country, boys soccer, football and girls volleyball. Votes are limited to one per hour per device. You don't have to be a subscriber to vote.
To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week please email BSchultzusatodayco.com with the athlete's name, school, sport and why they're deserving by noon on Sunday to be considered for the next poll.
More: Must-see high school sports showdowns in Oshkosh, Fond du Lac for Sept. 1-5
More: Bauer guides Lourdes Academy past Reedsville | Week 2 Roundup
#vote #school
Cast your vote for an area athlete that participated in sports including cross country, boys soccer, football and girls volleyball. Votes are limited to one per hour per device. You don't have to be a subscriber to vote.
To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week please email BSchultzusatodayco.com with the athlete's name, school, sport and why they're deserving by noon on Sunday to be considered for the next poll.
More: Must-see high school sports showdowns in Oshkosh, Fond du Lac for Sept. 1-5
More: Bauer guides Lourdes Academy past Reedsville | Week 2 Roundup
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1 month ago
The Atlanta Falcons made a splash less than 12 hours before the NFL's 53-man roster deadline, trading cornerback Clark Phillips III and a fifth-round pick to the Chicago Bears in exchange for defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. It was known that the Bears had been shopping Dexter, who recorded six sacks in 17 starts for Chicago last season.
The Falcons needed defensive tackle depth after losing David Onyemata and Grady Jarrett in back-to-back offseasons. Dexter is set to make $2.1 million in 2026, which is the final year of his rookie contract.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Falcons beat out both the New Orleans Saints and the New York Giants to acquire Dexter on Sunday morning. Atlanta will likely need to work out a long-term extension with the 24-year-old, but that hasn't been an issue for new GM Ian Cunningham thus far.
Fans seemed to feel Atlanta won the trade by a decent margin. Here's how those around the NFL reacted to the Falcons-Bears trade on social media.
The Falcons must trim their roster down to 53 players by Sunday's 6 p.m. ET deadline. Follow along with each move using our Falcons roster cuts tracker!
#atlanta #bears #roster #Chicago
The Falcons needed defensive tackle depth after losing David Onyemata and Grady Jarrett in back-to-back offseasons. Dexter is set to make $2.1 million in 2026, which is the final year of his rookie contract.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Falcons beat out both the New Orleans Saints and the New York Giants to acquire Dexter on Sunday morning. Atlanta will likely need to work out a long-term extension with the 24-year-old, but that hasn't been an issue for new GM Ian Cunningham thus far.
Fans seemed to feel Atlanta won the trade by a decent margin. Here's how those around the NFL reacted to the Falcons-Bears trade on social media.
The Falcons must trim their roster down to 53 players by Sunday's 6 p.m. ET deadline. Follow along with each move using our Falcons roster cuts tracker!
#atlanta #bears #roster #Chicago
1 month ago
Former Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. is reportedly involved in trade discussions.
The Chicago Bears, who drafted Dexter No. 53 overall in 2023, "have had trade discussions ... and there are multiple scenarios where a deal could get done sending him to a new team," according to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz.
Dexter is entering the final year of his rookie contract and is coming off his best NFL season. He started all 17 games for Chicago in the 2025 regular season, recording 44 tackles, six sacks, six tackles for loss and 38 pressures. Over the past two years, he's started 32 games. He has 115 career tackles and 13.5 sacks through three seasons.
Dexter spent three seasons with Florida, coming in as part of the 2020 recruiting class. He played in 38 games for the Gators, starting 24 of them, and left Gainesville with 125 total tackles (46 solo), 9.5 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, two interceptions, four pass deflections and two fumble recoveries.
Despite having college eligibility remaining, Dexter chose to enter the 2023 NFL Draft and ended up a second-round selection. At only 24 years old, Dexter has become a full-time starter since then, making him a young option for any team looking to bolster its defensive front.
#dexter #Florida #Chicago
The Chicago Bears, who drafted Dexter No. 53 overall in 2023, "have had trade discussions ... and there are multiple scenarios where a deal could get done sending him to a new team," according to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz.
Dexter is entering the final year of his rookie contract and is coming off his best NFL season. He started all 17 games for Chicago in the 2025 regular season, recording 44 tackles, six sacks, six tackles for loss and 38 pressures. Over the past two years, he's started 32 games. He has 115 career tackles and 13.5 sacks through three seasons.
Dexter spent three seasons with Florida, coming in as part of the 2020 recruiting class. He played in 38 games for the Gators, starting 24 of them, and left Gainesville with 125 total tackles (46 solo), 9.5 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, two interceptions, four pass deflections and two fumble recoveries.
Despite having college eligibility remaining, Dexter chose to enter the 2023 NFL Draft and ended up a second-round selection. At only 24 years old, Dexter has become a full-time starter since then, making him a young option for any team looking to bolster its defensive front.
#dexter #Florida #Chicago
1 month ago
For those wondering on who will suit up in Game 3 of the preseason, it's the names fighting for roster spots on the Houston Texans.
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that said no starters would play in Friday's preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers. Several key backups, including quarterback Davis Mills and defensive Jadeveon Clowney, also will likely rest and begin to prepare for Week 1's matchup against the Buffalo Bills.
This shouldn't come as a surprise since Houston has rarely played starters outside of a quarter in recent years. Given that the Texans usually have two joint practices before games, most of the work is done there, so there's little for Ryans and the staff to see.
This offseason, the Texans were cautious with several key players, electing not to play them at all. Even quarterback C.J. Stroud, who still is looking for a massive contract extension entering the new campaign, only played in one drive, which led to a scoring opportunity for second-year running back Woody Marks.
Most of the defensive starters have not played in any preseason games this year, including Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr., Kamari Lassiter, Will Anderson Jr., Henry To'oTo'o and Calen Bullock. On offense, David Montgomery, Dalton Schultz and Nico Collins were all sidelined in preparation for the new season.
#quarterback
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that said no starters would play in Friday's preseason finale against the Carolina Panthers. Several key backups, including quarterback Davis Mills and defensive Jadeveon Clowney, also will likely rest and begin to prepare for Week 1's matchup against the Buffalo Bills.
This shouldn't come as a surprise since Houston has rarely played starters outside of a quarter in recent years. Given that the Texans usually have two joint practices before games, most of the work is done there, so there's little for Ryans and the staff to see.
This offseason, the Texans were cautious with several key players, electing not to play them at all. Even quarterback C.J. Stroud, who still is looking for a massive contract extension entering the new campaign, only played in one drive, which led to a scoring opportunity for second-year running back Woody Marks.
Most of the defensive starters have not played in any preseason games this year, including Danielle Hunter, Derek Stingley Jr., Kamari Lassiter, Will Anderson Jr., Henry To'oTo'o and Calen Bullock. On offense, David Montgomery, Dalton Schultz and Nico Collins were all sidelined in preparation for the new season.
#quarterback
1 month ago
Even after 25-plus years in the fantasy industry and much success in high-stakes leagues, there inevitably comes a day early in each season in which I wish I had taken the time to write out the bull and bear case for each player likely to get drafted. Such a thing takes a lot of time, which is part of the reason why it is so hard to find such a thing on any fantasy website.
With my Big Board rankings being released as we speak, now feels like the perfect time to conduct such an exercise. Along with several members of my talented writing team here at The Huddle (Steve Hungarter, Harley Schultz, HC Green, Kevin Tompkins), we present the first edition of what I hope becomes a yearly tradition: detailed **** ysis as to why a player will live up to his Big Board ranking and why he may not.
Note: Rankings are based on the release of the 8/21 version of the Big Board. Because of the amount of time it will take to update each of the five articles in this series each time there is a change in the rankings, there are no plans to update the rankings next to each player in this story. If new players are added to the Big Board over the final few weeks of the preseason, I will add a sixth installment at the end of the series.
The links to all five stories (and the 150 players we discuss) are below:
1-30 | 31-60| 61-90 | 91-120 | 121-150
#time #player
With my Big Board rankings being released as we speak, now feels like the perfect time to conduct such an exercise. Along with several members of my talented writing team here at The Huddle (Steve Hungarter, Harley Schultz, HC Green, Kevin Tompkins), we present the first edition of what I hope becomes a yearly tradition: detailed **** ysis as to why a player will live up to his Big Board ranking and why he may not.
Note: Rankings are based on the release of the 8/21 version of the Big Board. Because of the amount of time it will take to update each of the five articles in this series each time there is a change in the rankings, there are no plans to update the rankings next to each player in this story. If new players are added to the Big Board over the final few weeks of the preseason, I will add a sixth installment at the end of the series.
The links to all five stories (and the 150 players we discuss) are below:
1-30 | 31-60| 61-90 | 91-120 | 121-150
#time #player
1 month ago
The Chicago Bears have been involved in trade discussions surrounding defensive tackle, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported on Tuesday. Dexter, who turns 25 in October, is currently in the final year of his rookie contract.
Schultz previously reported in February that teams were calling on Dexter's availability around the time of the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. Now, Schultz is claiming that there are "multiple scenarios where a deal could get done".
Dexter was a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft coming out of Florida. He is coming off a 2025 campaign in which he tallied 44 tackles, 6.0 tackles for loss, and a career-high 6.0 sacks. He placed No. 32 among 107 qualified defensive tackles in PFN DT Impact Scoring, a ranking which indicates he's an average starting defensive tackle. That said, his pass-rushing production and youth gives him considerable upside on the open market.
Should the Bears actually trade Dexter, they would free up over $1.6 million in 2026 cap **** e. The reason to trade Dexter wouldn't be highlighted by the immediate cap relief, but rather, the draft capital Chicago could obtain in a deal. If the team realizes they likely won't extend him at the price he and his agency are asking for, it could make sense in the long run to get a draft pick for him, rather than let him walk in free agency for nothing.
Of course, the Bears' defensive line has been the subject of much discussion leading up to the 2026-27 NFL season. Their four-man front consistently struggled to generate pressure in the pass rush and had issues in run support, and they didn't do much to address the need this offseason. Trading Dexter would certainly weaken their interior defensive line and thrust the likes of Neville Gallimore, Kentavius Street, and sixth-round pick Jordan van den Berg into bigger roles alongside Grady Jarrett, who is coming off a disappointing 2025 season.
#draft #pick #tackles
Schultz previously reported in February that teams were calling on Dexter's availability around the time of the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. Now, Schultz is claiming that there are "multiple scenarios where a deal could get done".
Dexter was a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft coming out of Florida. He is coming off a 2025 campaign in which he tallied 44 tackles, 6.0 tackles for loss, and a career-high 6.0 sacks. He placed No. 32 among 107 qualified defensive tackles in PFN DT Impact Scoring, a ranking which indicates he's an average starting defensive tackle. That said, his pass-rushing production and youth gives him considerable upside on the open market.
Should the Bears actually trade Dexter, they would free up over $1.6 million in 2026 cap **** e. The reason to trade Dexter wouldn't be highlighted by the immediate cap relief, but rather, the draft capital Chicago could obtain in a deal. If the team realizes they likely won't extend him at the price he and his agency are asking for, it could make sense in the long run to get a draft pick for him, rather than let him walk in free agency for nothing.
Of course, the Bears' defensive line has been the subject of much discussion leading up to the 2026-27 NFL season. Their four-man front consistently struggled to generate pressure in the pass rush and had issues in run support, and they didn't do much to address the need this offseason. Trading Dexter would certainly weaken their interior defensive line and thrust the likes of Neville Gallimore, Kentavius Street, and sixth-round pick Jordan van den Berg into bigger roles alongside Grady Jarrett, who is coming off a disappointing 2025 season.
#draft #pick #tackles
1 month ago
It's Week 3 of our series covering the biggest Risers and Fallers in Yahoo ADP. As injuries start to mount, we've got a host of depth chart diamonds (or duds) on the move heading into late August and the heart of fantasy football draft season. For the full context, you can check out the last piece here. Let's get right into it!
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Jonathon Brooks continues to climb his way up drafts (another 10.1 spots this week) as Chuba Hubbard deals with injury (see the Fallers below). Panthers head coach Dave Canales told reporters on Tuesday that Brooks and Hubbard will be in a committee to start the season, so Brooks has a chance to capture the lead back role.
A handful of backups or depth RBs have made a push this past week, including Jordan Mason (who I actually like over Aaron Jones Sr. as a draft selection), Braelon Allen (while Breece Hall deals with injury) and MarShawn Lloyd (with Josh Jacobs surrounded by question marks). One other riser I like as a sleeper right now: Texans tight end Dalton Schultz, who has cracked the top 150 on Yahoo and has an underrated chance to be a TE1 and a top target in Houston with Jayden Higgins out for the season.
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Jonathon Brooks continues to climb his way up drafts (another 10.1 spots this week) as Chuba Hubbard deals with injury (see the Fallers below). Panthers head coach Dave Canales told reporters on Tuesday that Brooks and Hubbard will be in a committee to start the season, so Brooks has a chance to capture the lead back role.
A handful of backups or depth RBs have made a push this past week, including Jordan Mason (who I actually like over Aaron Jones Sr. as a draft selection), Braelon Allen (while Breece Hall deals with injury) and MarShawn Lloyd (with Josh Jacobs surrounded by question marks). One other riser I like as a sleeper right now: Texans tight end Dalton Schultz, who has cracked the top 150 on Yahoo and has an underrated chance to be a TE1 and a top target in Houston with Jayden Higgins out for the season.
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#brooks
1 month ago
The Oshkosh and Fond du Lac Athlete of the Week poll from Aug. 15 – Aug. 23 is live until noon, Friday, Aug. 28.
Cast your vote for an area athlete that participated in sports including girls golf and football. Votes are limited to one per hour per device. You don't have to be a subscriber to vote.
To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week please email BSchultzusatodayco.com with the athlete's name, school, sport and why they're deserving by noon on Sunday to be considered for the next poll.
#oshkosh #cast
Cast your vote for an area athlete that participated in sports including girls golf and football. Votes are limited to one per hour per device. You don't have to be a subscriber to vote.
To nominate someone for Athlete of the Week please email BSchultzusatodayco.com with the athlete's name, school, sport and why they're deserving by noon on Sunday to be considered for the next poll.
#oshkosh #cast
1 month ago
Shedeur Sanders might be the Browns' starting QB sooner than you think originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Cleveland Browns have finally made their decision at quarterback, going with the veteran Deshaun Watson over the second-year QB Shedeur Sanders.
NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported the news Monday morning, and this decision isn't a huge surprise considering how much buzz there had been about Watson being QB1 for much of the offseason. However, Sanders is still likely to start at some point this year.
As Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team pointed out, the Browns might actually switch to Sanders sooner than many might think. Instead of dragging this out deep into the season, the Browns might make the switch within the first few weeks of the season.
"Part of the thought process behind naming Deshaun Watson the Browns' starter is that they open the season with two road games (At JAX, at TB) before returning home in Week 3," Meirov shared. "That would give Watson two games to prove himself away from the fanbase. If he struggles, Shedeur Sanders could take over in front of the home crowd after the boos Watson received Saturday."
#shedeur #sporting #deshaun #meirov
The Cleveland Browns have finally made their decision at quarterback, going with the veteran Deshaun Watson over the second-year QB Shedeur Sanders.
NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported the news Monday morning, and this decision isn't a huge surprise considering how much buzz there had been about Watson being QB1 for much of the offseason. However, Sanders is still likely to start at some point this year.
As Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team pointed out, the Browns might actually switch to Sanders sooner than many might think. Instead of dragging this out deep into the season, the Browns might make the switch within the first few weeks of the season.
"Part of the thought process behind naming Deshaun Watson the Browns' starter is that they open the season with two road games (At JAX, at TB) before returning home in Week 3," Meirov shared. "That would give Watson two games to prove himself away from the fanbase. If he struggles, Shedeur Sanders could take over in front of the home crowd after the boos Watson received Saturday."
#shedeur #sporting #deshaun #meirov
1 month ago
Why Browns are making a massive mistake with Deshaun Watson as QB1 over Shedeur Sanders originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Cleveland Browns had one of the more interesting quarterback competitions of the offseason. Deshaun Watson was initially viewed as the clear frontrunner, but Shedeur Sanders made up some ground and could've been named the starter.
During the preseason, though, it became clear Watson was still the frontrunner, and Sanders didn't have a lot of hope to land this starting job. After the second preseason game, Sanders outplayed Watson, and there was a tiny bit of hope. But it was squashed.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Browns have gone with Watson as their starting QB. To put it simply, this is a massive mistake for the Browns. Sanders should've been QB1 in Cleveland.
"BREAKING: The Browns are naming Deshaun Watson as their starting QB, per multiple sources," Schultz reports. "Shedeur Sanders will be the backup."
#deshaun #cleveland #massive
The Cleveland Browns had one of the more interesting quarterback competitions of the offseason. Deshaun Watson was initially viewed as the clear frontrunner, but Shedeur Sanders made up some ground and could've been named the starter.
During the preseason, though, it became clear Watson was still the frontrunner, and Sanders didn't have a lot of hope to land this starting job. After the second preseason game, Sanders outplayed Watson, and there was a tiny bit of hope. But it was squashed.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Browns have gone with Watson as their starting QB. To put it simply, this is a massive mistake for the Browns. Sanders should've been QB1 in Cleveland.
"BREAKING: The Browns are naming Deshaun Watson as their starting QB, per multiple sources," Schultz reports. "Shedeur Sanders will be the backup."
#deshaun #cleveland #massive
1 month ago
The Jacksonville Jaguars open up the 2026 regular season at home against the Browns, and according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Cleveland will start Deshaun Watson at quarterback.
Shadeur Sanders will be Watson's backup.
Watson suffered an Achilles injury during the 2024 season and remained sidelined for all of 2025. This will be his first start since Week 7 of 2024.
BREAKING: The #Browns are naming Deshaun Watson as their starting QB, per multiple sources.
Shedeur Sanders will be the backup. pic.twitter.com/lSvNh8vbGs
Since 2022, Watson has made 19 starts with the Browns, completing 61% of his passes at 6.0 yards per attempt with 19 touchdowns to 12 interceptions. Cleveland has a 9-10 record in those games.
#jacksonville
Shadeur Sanders will be Watson's backup.
Watson suffered an Achilles injury during the 2024 season and remained sidelined for all of 2025. This will be his first start since Week 7 of 2024.
BREAKING: The #Browns are naming Deshaun Watson as their starting QB, per multiple sources.
Shedeur Sanders will be the backup. pic.twitter.com/lSvNh8vbGs
Since 2022, Watson has made 19 starts with the Browns, completing 61% of his passes at 6.0 yards per attempt with 19 touchdowns to 12 interceptions. Cleveland has a 9-10 record in those games.
#jacksonville
1 month ago
Wide receivers can be a little tricky in fantasy football. While you want to target players who are the No. 1 receiver on their team, it is not advised to draft a receiver who is the only target on the team.
That is why Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins' season-ending torn ACL may have actually hurt receiver Nico Collins' fantasy stock a little.
The top wide receivers in fantasy generally have another talented receiver paired with them. Ja'Marr Chase with the Cincinnati Bengals has Tee Higgins. Puka Nacua with the Los Angeles Rams has Davante Adams. Justin Jefferson with the Minnesota Vikings has Jordan Addison.
Collins had Higgins, but now there is a bigger gap between the No. 1 and No. 2 receiver on the roster.
Houston still has tight end Dalton Schultz, who was actually second on the Texans in receiving yards last year, so there are other targets defenders will have to deal with. However, since Higgins is now out for the season, it will be easier for opposing defenders to double-team Collins and Schultz since they will feel more comfortable leaving receivers like Xavier Hutchinson and newcomers Zay Jones and Sterling Shepard one-on-one.
#receivers #houston
That is why Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins' season-ending torn ACL may have actually hurt receiver Nico Collins' fantasy stock a little.
The top wide receivers in fantasy generally have another talented receiver paired with them. Ja'Marr Chase with the Cincinnati Bengals has Tee Higgins. Puka Nacua with the Los Angeles Rams has Davante Adams. Justin Jefferson with the Minnesota Vikings has Jordan Addison.
Collins had Higgins, but now there is a bigger gap between the No. 1 and No. 2 receiver on the roster.
Houston still has tight end Dalton Schultz, who was actually second on the Texans in receiving yards last year, so there are other targets defenders will have to deal with. However, since Higgins is now out for the season, it will be easier for opposing defenders to double-team Collins and Schultz since they will feel more comfortable leaving receivers like Xavier Hutchinson and newcomers Zay Jones and Sterling Shepard one-on-one.
#receivers #houston
2 months ago
In what has become an increasingly common chapter in high-profile NFL contract negotiation sagas, Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is now the subject of trade rumors, according to insider Jordan Schultz.
"Joey Porter Jr. is a name multiple teams around the NFL have wondered about as a potential trade target, per source," Schultz posted late Thursday. "(Porter) is in the final year of his rookie contract, and with where the CB market is, teams have wondered if Pittsburgh could ultimately be open to a move with the Pro Bowl caliber corner."
The Steelers have completed contract extensions with three members of the team's 2023 draft class already this offseason with Nick Herbig, Darnell Washington and most recently Keeanu Benton landing new deals. And with the top of the cornerback market now solidly over $30 million per year on average — the Seahawks' Devon Witherspoon recently signed a four-year, $132 million extension — Porter's asking price is expected to be well above what his teammates received.
Porter remains under contract in 2026, but started camp on the physically unable to perform list with a reported back injury.
Schultz's wording is vague in the report, not mentioning if the Steelers have any interest in trading the 26-year-old defensive back, and it doesn't seem to mention that any team has reached out to Pittsburgh, either.
#pittsburgh #trade
"Joey Porter Jr. is a name multiple teams around the NFL have wondered about as a potential trade target, per source," Schultz posted late Thursday. "(Porter) is in the final year of his rookie contract, and with where the CB market is, teams have wondered if Pittsburgh could ultimately be open to a move with the Pro Bowl caliber corner."
The Steelers have completed contract extensions with three members of the team's 2023 draft class already this offseason with Nick Herbig, Darnell Washington and most recently Keeanu Benton landing new deals. And with the top of the cornerback market now solidly over $30 million per year on average — the Seahawks' Devon Witherspoon recently signed a four-year, $132 million extension — Porter's asking price is expected to be well above what his teammates received.
Porter remains under contract in 2026, but started camp on the physically unable to perform list with a reported back injury.
Schultz's wording is vague in the report, not mentioning if the Steelers have any interest in trading the 26-year-old defensive back, and it doesn't seem to mention that any team has reached out to Pittsburgh, either.
#pittsburgh #trade
2 months ago
Indianapolis Colts TE Tyler Warren suffered an abductor strain during practice today, according to a source on Wednesday, Aug. 19. In the words of a source, he "is going to be fine" and is not expected to miss much time, if any, and should be back next week.
SOURCE: Jordan Schultz
Huddle Up: Warren burst on to the scene as a rookie and was immediately a weekly TE1 as he led the Colts in targets and receiving yards among all pass-catchers in 2025. With Michael Pittman Jr. gone to Pittsburgh, the middle of the field opened up for a further breakout in 2026, but Keenan Allen was recently signed and could provide a slight roadblock to Warren's upside. Still, Warren is a locked-in fantasy TE1 this season and should be Daniel Jones' most trusted target this season.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: Colts TE Tyler Warren suffers groin injury
#warren #season #indianapolis
SOURCE: Jordan Schultz
Huddle Up: Warren burst on to the scene as a rookie and was immediately a weekly TE1 as he led the Colts in targets and receiving yards among all pass-catchers in 2025. With Michael Pittman Jr. gone to Pittsburgh, the middle of the field opened up for a further breakout in 2026, but Keenan Allen was recently signed and could provide a slight roadblock to Warren's upside. Still, Warren is a locked-in fantasy TE1 this season and should be Daniel Jones' most trusted target this season.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: Colts TE Tyler Warren suffers groin injury
#warren #season #indianapolis
2 months ago
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz has bested a young progressive challenger and an embattled former lawmaker after a hard-fought primary characterized by its racial overtones.
Schultz, a 21-year veteran of the House, stressed her seniority on the campaign trail and her ability to deliver services to constituents and secure federal funding for her district.
To secure her primary victory, Schultz defeated former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who resigned in April following fraud allegations, and 27-year-old activist and teacher Elijah Manley, who is aligned with the progressive wing of the Democratic Party.
Jeffries Declines To Back Wasserman Schultz As Black Leaders Revolt Over District Switch
Mid-decade redistricting in Florida prompted Schultz to choose to run in Florida's 20th Congressional District, which has a stronger Democratic lean than her home constituency.
#wasserman #primary #year
Schultz, a 21-year veteran of the House, stressed her seniority on the campaign trail and her ability to deliver services to constituents and secure federal funding for her district.
To secure her primary victory, Schultz defeated former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who resigned in April following fraud allegations, and 27-year-old activist and teacher Elijah Manley, who is aligned with the progressive wing of the Democratic Party.
Jeffries Declines To Back Wasserman Schultz As Black Leaders Revolt Over District Switch
Mid-decade redistricting in Florida prompted Schultz to choose to run in Florida's 20th Congressional District, which has a stronger Democratic lean than her home constituency.
#wasserman #primary #year
2 months ago
Za'Darius Smith is signing with the Atlanta Falcons. The agreement is a one-year deal that is worth $6 million. He was among the premier free agents left on the market and should help the Falcons' defensive line heading into the new season.
The 33-year-old Smith seemed primed to retire after last season but changed course there as well. He briefly retired in October of 2025. Smith made somewhat of a 180 after expectations were that he would sign with the Cleveland Browns earlier this month. The Browns, who traded Myles Garrett this offseason, needed to boost their defensive line in order to not finish dead last in a highly competitive AFC North. That will be their trajectory without Garrett or Smith to rely upon.
Smith has been a stud during his lengthy NFL career. He was originally a fourth-round pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, having been selected by the Baltimore Ravens. While he didn't start as a rookie, he did manage 5.5 sacks that first season. Smith really blossomed after he left the Ravens and joined the Green Bay Packers in 2019. He went for 13.5 sacks and his first Pro Bowl appearance.
That said, Jordan Schultz, along with many others, reported this news about Smith's signing.
Smith had a letdown of a season with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025, starting two games and competing in five total. He ended with 10 tackles and 1.5 sacks. The season prior, in 2024, he started 16 games, so it's not like Smith is that far removed from being a full-time starter for a playoff-competing organization.
#garrett
The 33-year-old Smith seemed primed to retire after last season but changed course there as well. He briefly retired in October of 2025. Smith made somewhat of a 180 after expectations were that he would sign with the Cleveland Browns earlier this month. The Browns, who traded Myles Garrett this offseason, needed to boost their defensive line in order to not finish dead last in a highly competitive AFC North. That will be their trajectory without Garrett or Smith to rely upon.
Smith has been a stud during his lengthy NFL career. He was originally a fourth-round pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, having been selected by the Baltimore Ravens. While he didn't start as a rookie, he did manage 5.5 sacks that first season. Smith really blossomed after he left the Ravens and joined the Green Bay Packers in 2019. He went for 13.5 sacks and his first Pro Bowl appearance.
That said, Jordan Schultz, along with many others, reported this news about Smith's signing.
Smith had a letdown of a season with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025, starting two games and competing in five total. He ended with 10 tackles and 1.5 sacks. The season prior, in 2024, he started 16 games, so it's not like Smith is that far removed from being a full-time starter for a playoff-competing organization.
#garrett
2 months ago
NFL Insider Jordan Schultz has reported that the Indianapolis Colts will sign WR Keenan Allen on a one-year deal.
Allen's deal will be worth up to $8.32 million for the 6x Pro Bowl wide receiver. The move will reunite Allen with Colts head coach Shane Steichen from their days with the Chargers.
A 2013 third-round selection in the NFL Draft, Allen played for the Chargers for 11 seasons, the Chicago Bears for one year, then back to the Chargers for the 2025 season.
With Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce being on the PUP list (Physically Unable to Perform) with an ankle injury, it appears that he may join camp as WR2 behind Josh Downs.
For his career, Allen has 1,055 regular-season catches for 12,051 yards and 70 touchdowns.
#colts #chargers #insider
Allen's deal will be worth up to $8.32 million for the 6x Pro Bowl wide receiver. The move will reunite Allen with Colts head coach Shane Steichen from their days with the Chargers.
A 2013 third-round selection in the NFL Draft, Allen played for the Chargers for 11 seasons, the Chicago Bears for one year, then back to the Chargers for the 2025 season.
With Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce being on the PUP list (Physically Unable to Perform) with an ankle injury, it appears that he may join camp as WR2 behind Josh Downs.
For his career, Allen has 1,055 regular-season catches for 12,051 yards and 70 touchdowns.
#colts #chargers #insider
2 months ago
On Monday, the Indianapolis Colts signed Keenan Allen to a one-year deal worth up to $8.3 million. His addition came amid growing concerns about Alec Pierce's availability for the upcoming NFL season.
Allen played for the Los Angeles Chargers last year. It was the six-time Pro Bowler's second stint with the franchise after previously suiting up from 2013-2023. He appeared in 17 regular-season games, including three starts, in 2025. The 34-year-old recorded 81 receptions for 777 yards and four touchdowns.
MORE: Troubling WR injury news out of Indianapolis Colts training camp
Allen's signing was reported on X by NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
Allen will provide the Colts with depth at the position and will likely play a key role. Pierce remains sidelined following offseason ankle injury. He was reportedly on track to return during training camp but has yet to participate in any practice session.
#indianapolis
Allen played for the Los Angeles Chargers last year. It was the six-time Pro Bowler's second stint with the franchise after previously suiting up from 2013-2023. He appeared in 17 regular-season games, including three starts, in 2025. The 34-year-old recorded 81 receptions for 777 yards and four touchdowns.
MORE: Troubling WR injury news out of Indianapolis Colts training camp
Allen's signing was reported on X by NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
Allen will provide the Colts with depth at the position and will likely play a key role. Pierce remains sidelined following offseason ankle injury. He was reportedly on track to return during training camp but has yet to participate in any practice session.
#indianapolis
2 months ago
Another veteran receiver who had been available for months in free agency has found a new home.
Via Jordan Schultz, Keenan Allen has agreed to terms with the Colts. It's reportedly a one-year deal worth up to $8.32 million.
A third-round pick in 2013, Allen has played for the Chargers for 11 years, the Bears for one year, and the Chargers again in 2025. He has 1,055 career regular-season catches for 12,051 yards and 70 touchdowns.
Allen finished second in the Offensive Rookie of the Year voting, and he has made it to the Pro Bowl six times — most recently in 2023.
He joins a depth chart that includes Alec Pierce (who remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list with an ankle injury), Josh Downs, Ashton Dulin, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Anthony Gould, and Laquon Treadwell.
#chargers #keenan #offensive #rookie
Via Jordan Schultz, Keenan Allen has agreed to terms with the Colts. It's reportedly a one-year deal worth up to $8.32 million.
A third-round pick in 2013, Allen has played for the Chargers for 11 years, the Bears for one year, and the Chargers again in 2025. He has 1,055 career regular-season catches for 12,051 yards and 70 touchdowns.
Allen finished second in the Offensive Rookie of the Year voting, and he has made it to the Pro Bowl six times — most recently in 2023.
He joins a depth chart that includes Alec Pierce (who remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list with an ankle injury), Josh Downs, Ashton Dulin, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Anthony Gould, and Laquon Treadwell.
#chargers #keenan #offensive #rookie
2 months ago
Keenan Allen is headed to Indianapolis.
The Colts struck a one-year, $8.32 million deal with the veteran wide receiver on Monday night, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
Allen has spent nearly his entire career with the Chargers organization, which first selected him in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He was on a one-year, $3.02 million deal with the franchise last season, and became a free agent this summer.
The 34-year-old had 777 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 81 catches last season with the Chargers. He's earned six Pro Bowl nods throughout his career, and has six 1,000-yard seasons to his name. He earned Comeback Player of the Year honors in 2017, too, after missing nearly all of the 2016 season with a torn ACL.
Now that he's found a home for the 2026 campaign, Allen will get to reunite with longtime Chargers **** istant Shane Steichen in Indianapolis. Steichen, who is entering his fourth season as the Colts' head coach, worked his way up through the Chargers' coaching staff and was their offensive coordinator for two seasons with Allen as one of their primary targets.
#year #indianapolis #deal #nearly
The Colts struck a one-year, $8.32 million deal with the veteran wide receiver on Monday night, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
Allen has spent nearly his entire career with the Chargers organization, which first selected him in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He was on a one-year, $3.02 million deal with the franchise last season, and became a free agent this summer.
The 34-year-old had 777 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 81 catches last season with the Chargers. He's earned six Pro Bowl nods throughout his career, and has six 1,000-yard seasons to his name. He earned Comeback Player of the Year honors in 2017, too, after missing nearly all of the 2016 season with a torn ACL.
Now that he's found a home for the 2026 campaign, Allen will get to reunite with longtime Chargers **** istant Shane Steichen in Indianapolis. Steichen, who is entering his fourth season as the Colts' head coach, worked his way up through the Chargers' coaching staff and was their offensive coordinator for two seasons with Allen as one of their primary targets.
#year #indianapolis #deal #nearly
2 months ago
Aug. 17—The Inland Northwest Sports Hall of Fame has released its latest class.
Legendary coaches Ken Pelo and Pat Tyson, Gonzaga and Mead High School basketball star Jeff Brown, distance running great Rick Riley and NCAA champion wrestler Jared Lawrence will be honored in an Oct. 21 ceremony at Numerica Veterans Arena, along with Scroll of Honor inductees Bill Stanley and Bob Tobiason.
Tickets for the 4 p.m. event, sponsored by Spokane Sports, can be purchased online at https://ticketswestinw.eve...
Brown was Spokane's first Washington Player of the Year after scoring a record 127 points for Mead in the 1989 State AAA tournament. He was the 1994 Player of the Year at Gonzaga, leading the Bulldogs to their first WCC ****** le and the school's first postseason appearance.
Lawrence went 133-0 in his Sandpoint wrestling career with four state championships and earning the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award from the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
#gonzaga
Legendary coaches Ken Pelo and Pat Tyson, Gonzaga and Mead High School basketball star Jeff Brown, distance running great Rick Riley and NCAA champion wrestler Jared Lawrence will be honored in an Oct. 21 ceremony at Numerica Veterans Arena, along with Scroll of Honor inductees Bill Stanley and Bob Tobiason.
Tickets for the 4 p.m. event, sponsored by Spokane Sports, can be purchased online at https://ticketswestinw.eve...
Brown was Spokane's first Washington Player of the Year after scoring a record 127 points for Mead in the 1989 State AAA tournament. He was the 1994 Player of the Year at Gonzaga, leading the Bulldogs to their first WCC ****** le and the school's first postseason appearance.
Lawrence went 133-0 in his Sandpoint wrestling career with four state championships and earning the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award from the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
#gonzaga
