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‘Terrible PR apology,' ‘you should be fired' — Super Bowl champion faces fierce backlash after addressing ‘disgusting' comments on Jalen Hurts
Monday brought a reality check for Michael Robinson. By evening, the NFL Network analyst apologized to Jalen Hurts, the Philadelphia Eagles, and their fans for what he said about the QB's blood clot. Earlier, the team and Hurts' agent had revealed that his diagnosis had changed to deep vein thrombosis, with clots in both lungs, which was concerning. Fans, then, weren't ready to accept the apology, as some called for Robinson to be fired.
‘Leave That to Tom (Brady), Peyton (Manning) and Patrick Mahomes’ — Broncos’ Super Bowl Champ Shields Bo Nix From Ryan Fitzpatrick’s Criticism Original
Bo Nix and Ryan Fitzpatrick. NFL Aqib Talib defended Bo Nix against Ryan Fitzpatrick’s criticism, arguing that only legends like Tom Brady and Peyton Manning should be making such comments. October 20, 2026 | 5:43 AM EDT Bo Nix has taken plenty of heat since his last game. However, a former Denver Broncos cornerback is stepping in to shield him.
‘To Think He Was Mr. Irrelevant,’ ‘Where’s Josh Allen?’ — NFL Fans React as Brock Purdy Officially Tallies Highest Career Passer Rating of All Time Original
Oct 19, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images NFL Brock Purdy became the highest-rated passer in NFL history in the 49ers' 23-17 win over the Commanders, as fans weighed in on the major milestone. October 20, 2026 | 2:16 AM EDT For Brock Purdy, Monday night brought another victory and a place in the NFL record books.
‘Terrible PR Apology,’ ‘You Should Be Fired’ — Super Bowl Champion Faces Fierce Backlash After Addressing ‘Disgusting’ Comments on Jalen Hurts Original
Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) before kick off against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images NFL Michael Robinson apologized to Jalen Hurts for his comments about the QB's blood clot, but fans weren't quite ready to forgive him. October 20, 2026 | 1:36 AM EDT Monday brought a reality check for Michael Robinson.
‘Get Well Soon,’ ‘Give Him a Few Weeks’ — NFL World Concerned as 49ers WR Mike Evans Suffers Achilles Injury vs. Commanders Original
Oct 19, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (5) leaves the field with an injury during the second quarter against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images NFL Mike Evans left the 49ers' Monday game against the Commanders with an Achilles injury, and several analysts and writers want him rested until November.
‘Would Further Set Back This Organization,’ ‘Stop Living in the Past’ — Colts Fans Reject Rumors of Peyton Manning Potentially Becoming New GM Original
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Former Super Bowl MVP Peyton Manning in attendance before Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images NFL Colts fans pushed back on the idea of having Peyton Manning as their next GM after Chris Ballard's firing. October 19, 2026 | 11:58 PM EDT Indianapolis Colts fans had barely taken in one front-office shake-up on Monday when a familiar name entered the conversation.
He has really stepped up, credit to him — Texans HC, NFL world salute CJ Stroud for Houston's resurgence after 0-4 start
C.J. Stroud had every reason to come unglued when Travis Hunter picked him off in the end zone with less than four minutes to play in London. Instead, the Houston Texans QB led the drive that set up Ka'imi Fairbairn's 49-yard field goal. That capped a 24-of-34, 312-yard, three-touchdown day in a 34-31 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium on Sunday. A week earlier, Houston beat the Tennessee Titans 26-3. Sunday's win made it two in a row after a 0-4 start and lifted the Texans to 2-4.
Really excited, they are one player away — ex-Packers QB, NFL fans hail Green Bay defense as Cowboys offense gets shut down in primetime
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‘NBC Told Him He Wasn’t Good Enough, Now He’s Cooking with FOX’ — Fans Take Notice as Saints Legend Drew Brees Aces Week 6 Test in the Booth
Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees on the field prior to the start of a week 6 NFL football game between New York Giants and New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. NFL Fans were impressed by Drew Brees’ “insightful” role as a FOX broadcaster during the Week 6 matchup between the Saints and the Giants. October 19, 2026 | 5:46 AM EDT Drew Brees had a front-row seat on Sunday as his old team tried to climb out of a 1-4 hole.
‘NBC Told Him He Wasn’t Good Enough, Now He’s Cooking with FOX’ — Fans Take Notice as Saints Legend Drew Brees Aces Week 6 Test in the Booth
Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees on the field prior to the start of a week 6 NFL football game between New York Giants and New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. Drew Brees had a front-row seat on Sunday as his old team tried to climb out of a 1-4 hole. This time, he watched from the FOX booth.
‘Really Excited,’ ‘They Are One Player Away’ — Ex-Packers QB, NFL Fans Hail Green Bay Defense as Cowboys Offense Gets Shut Down in Primetime
The Green Bay Packers' defense hasn't had Micah Parsons on the field this season. However, it found another way to shut the door on Sunday night. The Packers beat the Dallas Cowboys 23-13 at Lambeau Field, holding Dak Prescott to 34-of-54 passing for 258 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions. Notably, it was the third straight game Green Bay has held an opponent to 14 points or fewer, a feat that prompted former Packers QB Kurt Benkert to highlight Green Bay's defense on X.
‘Really Excited,’ ‘They Are One Player Away’ — Ex-Packers QB, NFL Fans Hail Green Bay Defense as Cowboys Offense Gets Shut Down in Primetime
Green Bay Packers defensive end Lukas van Ness (90) sacks Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) during the fourth quarter of their game Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. NFL Ex-Packers QB Kurt Benkert and NFL fans praise Green Bay's "schematic" defense after impressive 23-13 win against the Cowboys on Sunday night. October 19, 2026 | 3:03 AM EDT The Green Bay Packers’ defense hasn’t had Micah Parsons on the field this season.
‘Really Excited,’ ‘They Are One Player Away’ — Ex-Packers QB, NFL Fans Hail Green Bay Defense as Cowboys Offense Gets Shut Down in Primetime
Green Bay Packers defensive end Lukas van Ness (90) sacks Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) during the fourth quarter of their game Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Green Bay Packers’ defense hasn’t had Micah Parsons on the field this season. However, it found another way to shut the door on Sunday night.
‘He Has Really Stepped Up,’ ‘Credit to Him’ — Texans HC, NFL World Salute C.J. Stroud for Houston’s Resurgence After 0-4 Start
C.J. Stroud had every reason to come unglued when Travis Hunter picked him off in the end zone with less than four minutes to play in London. Instead, the Houston Texans QB led the drive that set up Ka'imi Fairbairn's 49-yard field goal. That capped a 24-of-34, 312-yard, three-touchdown day in a 34-31 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium on Sunday. A week earlier, Houston beat the Tennessee Titans 26-3. Sunday's win made it two in a row after a 0-4 start and lifted the Texans to 2-4.
‘He Has Really Stepped Up,’ ‘Credit to Him’ — Texans HC, NFL World Salute C.J. Stroud for Houston’s Resurgence After 0-4 Start
Oct 18, 2026; London, ENG; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) throws the ball during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images NFL Texans HC DeMeco Ryans and the NFL world credit C.J. Stroud for leading the offense’s "outstanding" recovery from an 0-4 start this season.
‘He Has Really Stepped Up,’ ‘Credit to Him’ — Texans HC, NFL World Salute C.J. Stroud for Houston’s Resurgence After 0-4 Start
Oct 18, 2026; London, ENG; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) throws the ball during the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium. © Kirby Lee-Imagn Images C. J. Stroud had every reason to come unglued when Travis Hunter picked him off in the end zone with less than four minutes to play in London. C.J. Stroud had every reason to come unglued when Travis Hunter picked him off in the end zone with less than four minutes to play in London.
Why are you letting Troy Aikman walk out the door? — Media analyst questions ESPN's contract extension delay for veteran broadcaster
Jimmy Traina minced no words about the contract question hanging over ESPN's first Super Bowl season. On Friday's episode of “Traina Thoughts”, the host asked why the network hasn't re-signed Troy Aikman, its “Monday Night Football” analyst, in the same year it is airing the Super Bowl. “In their Super Bowl year, which they are promoting basically 24/7, you have the best broadcast booth in the game, and you're not going to re-sign Troy Aikman?” Traina wondered.
‘It's more likely he's suspended first' — NFL insider predicts Tyreek Hill could face punishment before finding a new team
For anyone expecting Tyreek Hill to land with a new team any day now, NFL insider Jordan Schultz offered a reality check. On the “Ross Tucker Podcast”, Schultz said he sees a league suspension as the more likely first step for the free-agent receiver, ahead of any contract. The show posted the clip Saturday, four days after a Miami jury found Hill liable on two counts of battery in the civil case brought by his estranged wife, Lakeeta Vaccaro. The jury awarded her $500,000 in compensatory damages.
How is this not investigated? — Cowboys legend Dez Bryant, ex-Steelers DT call out Adam Schefter's betting ties after Jalen Hurts injury news
Saturday brought whiplash for anyone tracking Jalen Hurts' blood clot. By evening, former Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Breiden Fehoko was asking why no one was looking into ESPN's Adam Schefter, citing Schefter's past investments in Underdog and Boom Entertainment, two companies with ties to fantasy, prediction markets, and gambling. Schefter reported Saturday morning that the Philadelphia Eagles weren't planning to put Hurts on injured reserve.
An absolute must-watch, legend — NFL world reacts as Broncos' Super Bowl champion rips Ryan Fitzpatrick in defense of Bo Nix
Fans and Broncos writers are cheering Aqib Talib after the former Denver cornerback fired back at Ryan Fitzpatrick, who sharply criticized Bo Nix's effort on Thursday Night Football. Nix went 17 of 27 for 107 yards with no touchdowns in Denver's 17-14 overtime win over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 6, and Fitzpatrick tore into him on the postgame show on Prime Video.
‘They Threatened to Pull My Pension,’ ‘The World Deserves to Know’ — Ex-NFL DT Makes Bombshell Allegation About Officials ‘Rigging’ Games
Nov 27, 2022; Glendale, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Breiden Fehoko (96) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports NFL Breiden Fehoko claims officials "rigged games" during his career and alleges the league threatened to take away his pension. October 18, 2026 | 4:49 AM EDT Breiden Fehoko retired from the NFL less than a year ago, and he is now taking aim at the people who officiate the game.
‘They Threatened to Pull My Pension,’ ‘The World Deserves to Know’ — Ex-NFL DT Makes Bombshell Allegation About Officials ‘Rigging’ Games
Breiden Fehoko retired from the NFL less than a year ago, and he is now taking aim at the people who officiate the game. In a stunning rant, the former Los Angeles Chargers DT accused NFL officials of steering games during his playing days. Breiden Fehoko retired from the NFL less than a year ago, and he is now taking aim at the people who officiate the game. In a stunning rant, the former Los Angeles Chargers DT accused NFL officials of steering games during his playing days.
‘They Threatened to Pull My Pension,’ ‘The World Deserves to Know’ — Ex-NFL DT Makes Bombshell Allegation About Officials ‘Rigging’ Games
Breiden Fehoko retired from the NFL less than a year ago, and he is now taking aim at the people who officiate the game. In a stunning rant, the former Los Angeles Chargers DT accused NFL officials of steering games during his playing days. He added that the same happens in college football and claimed that the league threatened to take away his pension after he spoke out about it. However, Fehoko stopped short of offering any evidence supporting either allegation.
‘The Worse They Play, the Better Their Chances’ — Cowboys Fan Skip Bayless Mocks NFC East Race After Eagles’ Heartbreaking Jalen Hurts News Original
Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) before kick off against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images NFL Skip Bayless believes his 2-3 Cowboys are now NFC East favorites after the Eagles placed Jalen Hurts on injured reserve with a blood clot in his calf.
‘Why Are You Letting Troy Aikman Walk Out the Door?’ — Media Analyst Questions ESPN’s Contract Extension Delay for Veteran Broadcaster Original
Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Television commentator Troy Aikman speaks before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images NFL Jimmy Traina questions why ESPN is yet to re-sign Troy Aikman, arguing that the network can afford to meet the contract demands. October 17, 2026 | 11:18 PM EDT Jimmy Traina minced no words about the contract question hanging over ESPN’s first Super Bowl season.
‘How Is This Not Investigated?’ — Cowboys Legend Dez Bryant, Ex-Steelers DT Call Out Adam Schefter’s Betting Ties After Jalen Hurts Injury News Original
Adam Schefter and Jalen Hurts NFL Breiden Fehoko, Dez Bryant questioned Adam Schefter's betting investments after the Eagles put Jalen Hurts on IR hours after Schefter reported no such plans. October 17, 2026 | 10:14 PM EDT Saturday brought whiplash for anyone tracking Jalen Hurts’ blood clot.
‘An Absolute Must-Watch,’ ‘Legend’ — NFL World Reacts As Broncos’ Super Bowl Champion Rips Ryan Fitzpatrick in Defense of Bo Nix Original
Bo Nix and Ryan Fitzpatrick. NFL The NFL world is cheering Aqib Talib after the former Denver cornerback defended Bo Nix and turned Ryan Fitzpatrick’s criticism back on his own career. October 17, 2026 | 10:02 PM EDT Fans and Broncos writers are cheering Aqib Talib after the former Denver cornerback fired back at Ryan Fitzpatrick, who sharply criticized Bo Nix’s effort on Thursday Night Football.
‘It’s More Likely He’s Suspended First’ — NFL Insider Predicts Tyreek Hill Could Face Punishment Before Finding a New Team Original
Sep 29, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Former Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) practices before the game against the New York Jets at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images NFL Jordan Schultz thinks Tyreek Hill is more likely to face a league suspension before signing with a team, days after a jury found him liable on 2 battery counts.
He's going to get that opportunity — Lil Wayne backs Shedeur Sanders to stay with Browns despite trade rumors
Shedeur Sanders has spent the regular season backing up Deshaun Watson after losing the Cleveland Browns' QB competition. Rap legend Lil Wayne believes the wait will pay off in Cleveland. On the “Gridiron” podcast with Skip Bayless on Friday, the rapper said he doesn't want to see Sanders anywhere other than Cleveland, even as trade rumors surface involving the Browns' backup QB.
He's going to be the one they all want — NFL insider predicts Travis Kelce could replace Troy Aikman in ESPN's MNF booth after bidding war
Travis Kelce is still suiting up for the Kansas City Chiefs, but the competition for his next act may already be taking shape. On Friday's episode of “Pardon My Take,” Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio predicted that Kelce will be highly coveted in the broadcast market next offseason, with CBS, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video possibly locked in a three-way bidding war.
‘I Agree With (Nick) Saban,’ ‘Helps Stop Greedy Players’ — CFB Fans Divided as Legendary HC Raises Concerns About 24-Team College Football Playoff
ESPN’s College GameDay show airs from inside Coleman Coliseum to avoid the weather caused by Hurricane Isaias. Co-host and former Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks on set during the show. College Football College football fans are divided after Nick Saban raised concerns about the workload of a 24-team playoff and outlined he would prefer 16 teams. October 16, 2026 | 11:44 PM EDT Nick Saban knows what a long college football season asks of a roster. He isn’t eager to see players asked for more.
‘Pat McAfee Was the Joker Who Was Lighting the World on Fire’ — Media Analyst Likens Joe Buck and Troy Aikman to ‘Commissioner Gordon’ Amid ‘Rift’ Reports
To Bryan Curtis, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were the "no-drama guys" at an ESPN that is rarely short on drama. On Jimmy Traina's "Traina Thoughts" podcast this week, The Ringer's editor-at-large likened Pat McAfee to the Joker and the "Monday Night Football" pair to Commissioner Gordon, and pointed out that the drama has now moved into their booth.
‘There’s a Mole or Rat Within Their Own Team’ — Media Analyst Questions Who Leaked Joe Buck, Troy Aikman’s Reported Argument at ESPN
For Jimmy Traina, the troubling part of the reported argument between ESPN's Joe Buck and Troy Aikman isn't the argument itself. It's that word of it got out. On his "Traina Thoughts" podcast this week, Traina minced no words about whoever let it out. "I was really appalled that there's sort of a mole or a rat within their own team," he said.
‘There’s a Mole or Rat Within Their Own Team’ — Media Analyst Questions Who Leaked Joe Buck, Troy Aikman’s Reported Argument at ESPN
Oct 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Hall of Fame quterback Troy Aikman stands with his Monday Night Football Broadcast announcer Joe Buck before a game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images NFL Jimmy Traina said he was appalled that someone leaked Joe Buck and Troy Aikman's reported argument, and he wondered whether the leak was intentional.
‘Pat McAfee Was the Joker Who Was Lighting the World on Fire’ — Media Analyst Likens Joe Buck and Troy Aikman to ‘Commissioner Gordon’ Amid ‘Rift’ Reports
Troy Aikman, Pat McAfee and Joe Buck NFL Bryan Curtis likens Pat McAfee to the Joker and Joe Buck and Troy Aikman to Commissioner Gordon amid reports of tension between the ESPN booth partners. October 17, 2026 | 9:35 AM EDT To Bryan Curtis, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were the “no-drama guys” at an ESPN that is rarely short on drama.
‘Pat McAfee Was the Joker Who Was Lighting the World on Fire’ — Media Analyst Likens Joe Buck and Troy Aikman to ‘Commissioner Gordon’ Amid ‘Rift’ Reports
To Bryan Curtis, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were the “no-drama guys” at an ESPN that is rarely short on drama. On Jimmy Traina’s “Traina Thoughts” podcast this week, The Ringer’s editor-at-large likened Pat McAfee to the Joker and the “Monday Night Football” pair to Commissioner Gordon, and pointed out that the drama has now moved into their booth. To Bryan Curtis, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were the “no-drama guys” at an ESPN that is rarely short on drama.
‘There’s a Mole or Rat Within Their Own Team’ — Media Analyst Questions Who Leaked Joe Buck, Troy Aikman’s Reported Argument at ESPN
Oct 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Hall of Fame quterback Troy Aikman stands with his Monday Night Football Broadcast announcer Joe Buck before a game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants at Acrisure Stadium. © Barry Reeger-Imagn Images For Jimmy Traina, the troubling part of the reported argument between ESPN’s Joe Buck and Troy Aikman isn’t the argument itself. It’s that word of it got out.
He's going to be the one they all want — NFL insider predicts Travis Kelce could replace Troy Aikman in ESPN's MNF booth after bidding war
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‘He’s Going To Get That Opportunity’ — Lil Wayne Backs Shedeur Sanders to Stay With Browns Despite Trade Rumors
Shedeur Sanders has spent the regular season backing up Deshaun Watson after losing the Cleveland Browns' QB competition. Rap legend Lil Wayne believes the wait will pay off in Cleveland. On the "Gridiron" podcast with Skip Bayless on Friday, the rapper said he doesn't want to see Sanders anywhere other than Cleveland, even as trade rumors surface involving the Browns' backup QB.
‘He’s Going To Get That Opportunity’ — Lil Wayne Backs Shedeur Sanders to Stay With Browns Despite Trade Rumors
‘He’s Going To Get That Opportunity’ — Lil Wayne Backs Shedeur Sanders to Stay With Browns Despite Trade Rumors NFL Lil Wayne made it clear that he doesn't want to see Shedeur Sanders to seek a trade out of Cleveland, days after the QB hired Wayne's agency. October 16, 2026 | 11:53 PM EDT Shedeur Sanders has spent the regular season backing up Deshaun Watson after losing the Cleveland Browns’ QB competition. Rap legend Lil Wayne believes the wait will pay off in Cleveland.
‘He’s Going To Be the One They All Want’ — NFL Insider Predicts Travis Kelce Could Replace Troy Aikman in ESPN’s MNF Booth After Bidding War
Travis Kelce is still suiting up for the Kansas City Chiefs, but the competition for his next act may already be taking shape. On Friday's episode of "Pardon My Take," Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio predicted that Kelce will be highly coveted in the broadcast market next offseason, with CBS, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video possibly locked in a three-way bidding war.
‘He’s Going To Get That Opportunity’ — Lil Wayne Backs Shedeur Sanders to Stay With Browns Despite Trade Rumors
‘He’s Going To Get That Opportunity’ — Lil Wayne Backs Shedeur Sanders to Stay With Browns Despite Trade Rumors Shedeur Sanders has spent the regular season backing up Deshaun Watson after losing the Cleveland Browns’ QB competition. Rap legend Lil Wayne believes the wait will pay off in Cleveland. Shedeur Sanders has spent the regular season backing up Deshaun Watson after losing the Cleveland Browns’ QB competition. Rap legend Lil Wayne believes the wait will pay off in Cleveland.
‘He’s Going To Get That Opportunity’ — Lil Wayne Backs Shedeur Sanders to Stay With Browns Despite Trade Rumors
3 hours ago Kid Rock joined "Fox & Friends" Friday and said he recently had dinner with President Donald Trump, comedian Bill Maher and ESPN host Stephen A. Smith. After talking about the Michigan Senate race and Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed, Kid Rock told the hosts of "Fox & Friends" there was one thing …
‘I Agree With (Nick) Saban,’ ‘Helps Stop Greedy Players’ — CFB Fans Divided as Legendary HC Raises Concerns About 24-Team College Football Playoff
ESPN’s College GameDay show airs from inside Coleman Coliseum to avoid the weather caused by Hurricane Isaias. Co-host and former Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks on set during the show. Nick Saban knows what a long college football season asks of a roster. He isn’t eager to see players asked for more. Nick Saban knows what a long college football season asks of a roster. He isn’t eager to see players asked for more.
‘He’s Going To Be the One They All Want’ — NFL Insider Predicts Travis Kelce Could Replace Troy Aikman in ESPN’s MNF Booth After Bidding War
‘He’s Going To Be the One They All Want’ — NFL Insider Predicts Travis Kelce Could Replace Troy Aikman in ESPN’s MNF Booth After Bidding War NFL Mike Florio believes CBS, ESPN, and Prime Video could bid for Travis Kelce as a broadcaster, a day after Troy Aikman hinted he'll be leaving ESPN. October 16, 2026 | 11:30 PM EDT Travis Kelce is still suiting up for the Kansas City Chiefs, but the competition for his next act may already be taking shape.
‘He’s Going To Be the One They All Want’ — NFL Insider Predicts Travis Kelce Could Replace Troy Aikman in ESPN’s MNF Booth After Bidding War
‘He’s Going To Be the One They All Want’ — NFL Insider Predicts Travis Kelce Could Replace Troy Aikman in ESPN’s MNF Booth After Bidding War Travis Kelce is still suiting up for the Kansas City Chiefs, but the competition for his next act may already be taking shape.
Could I go somewhere else? — longtime host Scott Hanson gets honest about future with NFL RedZone
NFL RedZone host Scott Hanson still pours everything into his Sundays on the show, but is leaving the door open to a future beyond it. Hanson is in the second season of a four-year deal to continue hosting RedZone until the 2028 season. When it ends, he will have hosted RedZone for 20 seasons. Hanson signed that four-year deal in 2025, with 16 seasons as host behind him, after his previous contract expired earlier that year.
‘I thought I was having a heart attack' — Kirk Herbstreit revisits scary experience with blood clots after Jalen Hurts' concerning diagnosis
Kirk Herbstreit, the game analyst for Prime Video's Thursday Night Football, opened up Thursday about the blood clots that reached his lungs in 2022 and connected his ordeal to Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts. Herbstreit's scare dates to the spring of 2022. In April that year, he said in a social media video that doctors had found a blood clot, and he stepped away from ESPN's NFL Draft coverage out of caution.
Sean (Payton) doesn't deserve praise, hardest schedule in the NFL so far — fans divided as Chase Daniel credits Broncos HC for TNF win
Another narrow Denver Broncos win has turned into a debate over who deserves the credit. The Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on Thursday night to improve to 4-2, and former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel “credited” head coach Sean Payton for the start, while fans pointed to defensive coordinator Vance Joseph instead. Seattle outgained Denver 353-168, and the Broncos managed two first downs in the second half.
‘Sean (Payton) Doesn’t Deserve Praise,’ ‘Hardest Schedule in the NFL So Far’ — Fans Divided As Chase Daniel Credits Broncos HC for TNF Win Original
Sean Payton NFL Fans raised an issue with praise for Sean Payton after the Broncos' overtime win over the Seahawks. October 16, 2026 | 4:37 AM EDT Another narrow Denver Broncos win has turned into a debate over who deserves the credit. The Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 in overtime on Thursday night to improve to 4-2, and former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel “credited” head coach Sean Payton for the start, while fans pointed to defensive coordinator Vance Joseph instead.
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