Not every Madden game is created equally. Here’s a ranking of the best entries in the venerable franchise. Not every Madden game is created equally. Here’s a ranking of the best entries in the venerable franchise. playMichael Vick used Peyton Manning in Madden over himself (1:06)Michael Vick explains why he chose to play with Peyton Manning in the Madden video game, much to the delight of Peyton on the “ManningCast.” (1:06) Feb 19, 2025, 09:10 AM ET Spanning more than three decades and over 40 titles — depending on where exactly you start to count — the Madden NFL franchise…
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Who could get franchise-tagged when the window opens Tuesday? Here are all the legitimate candidates. Who could get franchise-tagged when the window opens Tuesday? Here are all the legitimate candidates. The two-week NFL franchise tag window opens Tuesday and runs until 4 p.m. ET on March 4. During that time frame, each team is allowed to tag one player who is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent. Doing so would keep the player with the franchise for the 2025 season. Franchise tag figures are based on the top five annual salaries at each position, and the price goes up…
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel showed his passion for the game and some power in the weight room (!) at Yale. Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel showed his passion for the game and some power in the weight room (!) at Yale. Years before he was an assistant quarterbacks coach for the Miami Dolphins, Chandler Henley was an all-state wide receiver at Mullen High School in Colorado. After a year at Choate Rosemary Hall preparatory school in Connecticut, he targeted an Ivy League school to continue his playing career. He visited Yale in January 2002 and was assigned to a freshman host.…
As the Jets turn the page from Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams, the new regime has to prioritize a roster for now and the future. As the Jets turn the page from Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams, the new regime has to prioritize a roster for now and the future. playStephen A.’s take on Aaron Rodgers has Kimberley A. Martin in disbelief (2:15)Kimberley A. Martin rips Stephen A. Smith for thinking Aaron Rodgers has more left in the tank than Travis Kelce. (2:15) FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — For the past two offseasons, the New York Jets tried to build a…
The sports betting industry in the United States posted a record $13.71 billion in 2024 revenue, with legal sportsbooks taking nearly $150 billion worth of bets. The sports betting industry in the United States posted a record $13.71 billion in 2024 revenue, with legal sportsbooks taking nearly $150 billion worth of bets. playWild ending in Heat-Thunder makes ‘Bad Beats’ history (7:29)Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve recount their Bad Beats of the past week, including their first ever NBA game in part 2. (7:29) The American sports betting industry posted a record $13.71 billion in 2024 revenue, up from 2023’s…
The Patriots released Sione Takitaki on Wednesday, a move that seems to reflect first-year coach Mike Vrabel’s influence in shaping the roster. The Patriots released Sione Takitaki on Wednesday, a move that seems to reflect first-year coach Mike Vrabel’s influence in shaping the roster. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots released veteran linebacker Sione Takitaki on Wednesday, a move that seems to reflect first-year coach Mike Vrabel’s influence in shaping the roster. Takitaki had signed a two-year contract as a free agent last offseason, with a base value of $6.6645 million and a maximum value of $10.245 million. The…
The Los Angeles Chargers will host a Week 1 game in São Paulo, Brazil, at the Arena Corinthians on Friday, Sept. 5, the NFL announced Wednesday. The Los Angeles Chargers will host a Week 1 game in São Paulo, Brazil, at the Arena Corinthians on Friday, Sept. 5, the NFL announced Wednesday. LOS ANGELES — The Chargers will host the NFL’s second regular-season game in Brazil, the NFL announced Wednesday, making the franchise the first to play on five continents. The Chargers will face an opponent to be announced in São Paolo on Friday, Sept. 5, the day after the…
The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles have promoted Kevin Patullo to the role of offensive coordinator, the team announced Wednesday. The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles have promoted Kevin Patullo to the role of offensive coordinator, the team announced Wednesday. playStephen A. picks Eagles to win Super Bowl next season (2:07)Stephen A. Smith makes the case for the Philadelphia Eagles to repeat as Super Bowl champions. (2:07) PHILADELPHIA — The Eagles filled their vacant offensive coordinator job from within, promoting passing game coordinator/associate head coach Kevin Patullo to the post Wednesday. He’ll replace Kellen Moore, who was hired as the…
The NFL informed its teams that the salary cap for 2025 would be between $277.5 million and $281.5 million, with the final figure to be determined following further negotiations with the NFLPA. The NFL informed its teams that the salary cap for 2025 would be between $277.5 million and $281.5 million, with the final figure to be determined following further negotiations with the NFLPA. playWould Aaron Rodgers fit with the Steelers? (1:00)Kevin Clark and Harry Douglas discuss how Aaron Rodgers would fit should he sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. (1:00) The NFL on Wednesday informed its teams that the per-team…
Lions wideout Jameson Williams will not face discipline from the NFL for carrying an unlicensed gun, with a league spokesman confirming to ESPN that the matter is closed. Lions wideout Jameson Williams will not face discipline from the NFL for carrying an unlicensed gun, with a league spokesman confirming to ESPN that the matter is closed. Feb 19, 2025, 01:42 PM ET Detroit Lions wideout Jameson Williams will not face discipline from the NFL for carrying an unlicensed gun, with a league spokesman confirming to ESPN on Wednesday that the matter is closed. Williams, 23, avoided criminal charges for the…
The seven Chilean burglars who targeted Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Joe Burrow and others over three months late last year made some rookie mistakes that allowed the law to eventually catch up, the FBI says. The seven Chilean burglars who targeted Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Joe Burrow and others over three months late last year made some rookie mistakes that allowed the law to eventually catch up, the FBI says. playSeven men charged in home burglaries of high-profile athletes (0:23)Seven men, accused of stealing more than $2 million in valuables, were charged in robbing the homes of high-profile athletes. (0:23)…
The reigning gold-medal winners open up their participation in the tournament on Thursday night The reigning gold-medal winners open up their participation in the tournament on Thursday night Getty Images The U.S. women’s national team play their first games of the year when they kick off the 10th annual SheBelieves Cup against Colombia on Thursday. Both squads faced each other nearly a year ago during the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup with the U.S. winning 3-0 during a quarterfinal meeting. The USWNT are unbeaten in 13 games all-time (11W-2D-0L) against Colombia, and the two sides will square off at Shell…
A nine-game SEC schedule could also be on the horizon with an expanded playoff format A nine-game SEC schedule could also be on the horizon with an expanded playoff format USATSI A second meeting between Big Ten and SEC leaders didn’t result in major news, but it signaled potentially significant changes coming down the line. Following the historic meeting between the two conferences in Nashville back in October, Big Ten and SEC athletic directors and conference leadership met in New Orleans Wednesday to discuss a variety of topics, including changes to the College Football Playoff — and, in the SEC’s…
A preview of some of the best defensive talent set to become available when free agency kicks off in March A preview of some of the best defensive talent set to become available when free agency kicks off in March Getty Images The cliché of “defense wins championships” was proven to be true in the 2024 season. Three-time Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes and his Kansas City Chiefs were absolutely stifled by the Philadelphia Eagles defense, particularly their front four, in a 40-22 Super Bowl LIX route by the NFC champions. Three of the players who helped make that possible…
If the U.S. is going to beat Canada twice in a row, these players will play crucial roles If the U.S. is going to beat Canada twice in a row, these players will play crucial roles Getty Images With a win over Canada on Thursday night, Team USA would take home the 4 Nations Face-Off trophy and assert itself as the team to beat heading into the 2026 Olympics. The Americans already have one win over their rivals to the north, but making it two in a row will be a tall task. In order for the Americans to slay…
Dallas can’t wait to sign Parsons as the bar will surely be raised for non-quarterbacks, particularly edge rushers, this offseason Dallas can’t wait to sign Parsons as the bar will surely be raised for non-quarterbacks, particularly edge rushers, this offseason Getty Images Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Micah Parsons isn’t shy about expressing his opinions. Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor, who redefined the outside linebacker position, gave Parsons some unsolicited advice a couple of days ago. The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year suggested that Parsons should focus more on football and less on podcasts. Parsons, who is scheduled to…
Every NFL team’s final grade for the 2024 season Every NFL team’s final grade for the 2024 season Getty Images While the page has quickly been turned to the 2025 offseason, we have some unfinished business to tend to regarding the 2024 NFL season. Now that all of the games have been played and a champion has been crowned, it’s time to assign grades for all 32 teams based on how they performed last year, both on the field and in the front office. As expected, some teams were quite easy to grade, like the Super Bowl champion Eagles and…
Tonight’s 4 Nations Face-Off final could shape the view of the sport for years to come Tonight’s 4 Nations Face-Off final could shape the view of the sport for years to come Getty Images It’s hard to put a finger on the true stakes of Thursday night’s 4 Nations Face-Off final in Boston. After all, this tournament didn’t exist a year ago and, up until just about a week ago, was one people doubted anyone would care about — including the players participating. The entire concept of the thing felt a little half-baked from its initial announcement last February. NHL…
The PGA Tour makes a quick stop south of the border The PGA Tour makes a quick stop south of the border Getty Images Following an exciting West Coast Swing, the PGA Tour travels south for the 2025 Mexico Open. Featuring a field filled with PGA Tour rookies, journeymen and stars in the making, the Mexico Open will present a great opportunity for players to potentially enter the winner’s circle for the first time while jockeying for position for the next batch of signature events. Headlining the action is a young star who is no stranger to the winner’s circle,…
The Super Bowl champion plans to play one more year The Super Bowl champion plans to play one more year Getty Images Darius Slay had a big role in the Philadelphia Eagles’ historic Super Bowl run, helping the team boast the NFL’s top-ranked defense. The veteran cornerback may or may not return to the team in 2025, however, and now he’s identified which other club would be atop his wish list if he makes it to the open market. “I love Detroit,” Slay told the “St. Brown Podcast” on Wednesday. “I’ve got nothing but love. That’s my second home. … For…