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Will Howard’s QB1 chances get slight boost with Mike McCarthy’s claim

The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t shying away from welcoming back Aaron Rodgers. Mike McCarthy left that door open for his former Green Bay Packers quarterback. But does Will Howard still have a shot at QB1 honors in the Steel City? The Super Bowl winning head coach boosted Howard’s confidence moving forward with these words via Mad […] The post Will Howard’s QB1 chances get slight boost with Mike McCarthy’s claim appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NFL Draft ratings fall 12% as Day 2, 3 drama fades

The NFL Draft still commands massive attention, even with a slight step back in viewership this year. Across its three-day run, the event averaged 6.6 million viewers, down 12% from last year’s 7.5 million mark, AwfulAnnouncing reports. That dip aligns with a quieter stretch during the later rounds. Unlike 2025, which featured Shedeur Sanders’ unexpected […] The post NFL Draft ratings fall 12% as Day 2, 3 drama fades appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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1 free agent Packers must sign after failing to fix problem in 2026 NFL Draft

The Green Bay Packers had uninspiring grades in the 2026 NFL Draft. And they made a big mistake. So, here is one free agent the Packers must sign after failing to fix the problem in the draft. The Packers only had six picks, and they hit the defensive side of the ball hard. They drafted […] The post 1 free agent Packers must sign after failing to fix problem in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Expert hits Ohio State football’s Jeremiah Smith with Julio Jones, Andre Johnson comparisons

Last Thursday, Ohio State football’s Carnell Tate was drafted fourth overall in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans. Under new head coach Robert Saleh and offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, the Titans are looking to build up sophomore quarterback Cam Ward’s supporting cast. Despite Tate’s top-ten status, there are even more eyes on the […] The post Expert hits Ohio State football’s Jeremiah Smith with Julio Jones, Andre Johnson comparisons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kyle Shanahan gives hopeful George Kittle injury update

The San Francisco 49ers are sure hoping that star tight end George Kittle can be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Kittle suffered a torn Achilles tendon in the 49ers’ Wild Card game against the Philadelphia Eagles, and now, head coach Kyle Shanahan said the goal is that the tight end will … The post Kyle Shanahan gives hopeful George Kittle injury update appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kentucky Wide Receiver Decries NFL Draft Snub Despite Underwhelming College Football Career

Javian Hester, who is perhaps best known as JJ Hester, hopes to receive an opportunity to prove his worth in the NFL. Unfortunately, the former Kentucky, Missouri and Oklahoma wide receiver did not receive an invitation to minicamp as an undrafted free agent. He does not understand the lack of interest. I can sympathize with […] The post Kentucky Wide Receiver Decries NFL Draft Snub Despite Underwhelming College Football Career appeared first on BroBible.

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