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When Nick Caserio knew he wanted David Montgomery for the Texans

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Ever since the Houston Texans traded for running back David Montgomery from the Detroit Lions, the team has figured out who will be their featured player in the backfield for the 2026 season. As Texans general manager Nick Caserio is busy building the team for the 2026 season, he would speak about trading for Montgomery […] The post When Nick Caserio knew he wanted David Montgomery for the Texans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Patriots release ex-49ers, Chiefs running back after NFL Draft

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After adding nine new players in the 2026 NFL Draft, plus a few more interesting options in undrafted free agency, the New England Patriots have released a veteran player to help make room on their 90-man roster. Taking to social media to announce the move, Adam Schefter let it be known that Elijah Mitchell’s run […] The post Patriots release ex-49ers, Chiefs running back after NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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HBCU star gets tryout with two NFL teams

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One of the brightest stars in HBCU football is getting two chances to make it to the NFL. Former Virginia Union running back Curtis Allen went unselected in the 2026 NFL Draft despite a historic season. But per separate reports from CBS 6 reporter Sean Robertson and ESPN Richmond’s Jack Fitzpatrick, Allen has received minicamp […] The post HBCU star gets tryout with two NFL teams appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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1 Raiders undrafted free agent who will make 2026 roster

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Las Vegas made the expected choice with the first overall pick, selecting Fernando Mendoza and giving him the No. 15 jersey, a symbolic link between the franchise’s future and its past. While this part of the offseason was predictable, what follows the draft is often more complicated. For the Raiders, that means evaluating a large […] The post 1 Raiders undrafted free agent who will make 2026 roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chiefs sign the son of a former NFL MVP

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The Kansas City Chiefs are adding a player with a famous (albeit common) last name. Kansas City has signed running back EJ Smith as an undrafted free agent. Smith’s former school, Texas A&M, made the announcement in a post over the weekend. Adding an Aggie to Chiefs Kingdom. EJ Smith has signed as an undrafted … The post Chiefs sign the son of a former NFL MVP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Josh Jacobs’ younger brother gets a shot at Packers minicamp

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The Green Bay Packers know running back Josh Jacobs is an invaluable piece of their offense. Now, the franchise will get a closer look at what his younger brother brings to the table. The Packers have invited Isaiah Jacobs to rookie minicamp, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. While there are no guarantees in […] The post Josh Jacobs’ younger brother gets a shot at Packers minicamp appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rams Lock In 3,800-Yard Running Back Behind Kyren Williams, Blake Corum

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The Los Angeles Rams had the top offense in the NFL during the 2025 regular season, including the seventh-ranked rushing attack led by Kyren Williams and Blake Corum. Still, the Rams see the value a player like Dean Connors can bring to an offense.Connors enters the NFL after amassing 2,656 career yards and 22 touchdowns […] The post Rams Lock In 3,800-Yard Running Back Behind Kyren Williams, Blake Corum appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Chiefs Sign ‘Most Elusive RB’ in College Football History as UDFA: Report

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Just after the NFL draft, news of another Kansas City Chiefs UDFA running back signing hit social media, and this collegiate playmaker is known as one of the most "elusive" CFB weapons of all time. The post Chiefs Sign ‘Most Elusive RB’ in College Football History as UDFA: Report appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Emmitt Smith’s son EJ announces he’s signing with Chiefs, not Cowboys

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EJ Smith, son of Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith, announced his decision to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday after going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft. Smith confirmed his decision on Instagram, following a pre-draft appearance at Dallas Day, the Dallas Cowboys’ local prospect workout event. Though Dallas […] The post Emmitt Smith’s son EJ announces he’s signing with Chiefs, not Cowboys appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals warned about ‘wasting’ Jeremiyah Love and his $52.5 million contract

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The Arizona Cardinals got their guy at the top of the 2026 NFL Draft. Arizona used a first-round pick on Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love. One NFL insider questions whether drafting a running back so high in the draft was the right move after all. ESPN’s Dan Graziano responded to some overreactions in a […] The post Cardinals warned about ‘wasting’ Jeremiyah Love and his $52.5 million contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Eli Heidenreich becomes an instant Steelers star after 7th round selection

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Normally, when the NFL Draft gets into the seventh round, things go pretty off the rails. ESPN brings out Orange Crushers and pumpkin pies, Mel Kiper Jr.-style, NFL Network encourages fans to try to “stump the truck” and the fans in attendance begin to think about their post-draft activities, which, in Pittsburgh, boarderline requires a […] The post Eli Heidenreich becomes an instant Steelers star after 7th round selection appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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