The miserable COVID-19 has ground so much of the world to a halt, but not even the virus' insidious grip can shudder The Superstar Club.Step behind our velvet ropes, pass through the fog machine and traverse the dance floor to a luxuriously felted safe space; a bastion for pro football's most elite talent. Yes, The Superstar Club is a meeting ground for the best of the best. It's also a place of exclusivity, an establishment that studies its membership each year -- welcoming in fresh new game changers while politely saying to stars in decline, "Sir, we think you should be leaving now."Only...…The miserable COVID-19 has ground so much of the world to a halt, but not even the virus' insidious grip can shudder The Superstar Club.Step behind our velvet ropes, pass through the fog machine and traverse the dance floor to a luxuriously felted safe space; a bastion for pro football's most elite talent. Yes, The Superstar Club is a meeting ground for the best of the best. It's also a place of exclusivity, an establishment that studies its membership each year -- welcoming in fresh new game changers while politely saying to stars in decline, "Sir, we think you should be leaving now."Only...WW…

Free-agent running back Lamar Miller is getting up to speed ahead of the 2020 season.The former Houston Texans starting RB who missed all of the 2019 campaign with a torn ACL posted a video running and cutting.Just working! 🤙🏾 — Lamar Miller (@millertime_6)Miller blew out his ACL in a preseason game last year in Dallas. It was doubly painful as the Texans lead back was in the final year of his contract in Houston. He was in line for a heavy workload last year before the tear ruined that plan.The Texans moved on from Miller, having traded for David Johnson to pair with Duke Johnson.Among...…Free-agent running back Lamar Miller is getting up to speed ahead of the 2020 season.The former Houston Texans starting RB who missed all of the 2019 campaign with a torn ACL posted a video running and cutting.Just working! 🤙🏾 — Lamar Miller (@millertime_6)Miller blew out his ACL in a preseason game last year in Dallas. It was doubly painful as the Texans lead back was in the final year of his contract in Houston. He was in line for a heavy workload last year before the tear ruined that plan.The Texans moved on from Miller, having traded for David Johnson to pair with Duke Johnson.Among...WW…

NFL.com analyst and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah takes a "first look" at some of college football's top players for 2020. This is the 11th in a series of scouting reports that will run throughout the offseason.I've known about Najee Harris since his high school career began in Antioch, California. He was one of the most coveted recruits in the country and was strongly endorsed by my NFL Network colleague, former All-Pro running back Maurice Jones-Drew. Harris has lived up to his lofty recruiting status during his career at Alabama. While he's shared the load with a stable of talented...…NFL.com analyst and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah takes a "first look" at some of college football's top players for 2020. This is the 11th in a series of scouting reports that will run throughout the offseason.I've known about Najee Harris since his high school career began in Antioch, California. He was one of the most coveted recruits in the country and was strongly endorsed by my NFL Network colleague, former All-Pro running back Maurice Jones-Drew. Harris has lived up to his lofty recruiting status during his career at Alabama. While he's shared the load with a stable of talented...WW…

With an insane five-year run of first-round draft talent, Ohio State overtakes LSU, Florida for title of DBUBy Chase Goodbread | July 9, 2020Where do NFL teams go to find the most pro-ready players? NFL.com's Pipelines to the Pros series explores which schools, at each of eight positions over the last 20 years, have been providing NFL clubs with not only the most draft choices but also the most impactful pro players early in their careers. And beyond that, an examination of why those schools are so successful and the factors that contribute to a college program's ability to maintain...…With an insane five-year run of first-round draft talent, Ohio State overtakes LSU, Florida for title of DBUBy Chase Goodbread | July 9, 2020Where do NFL teams go to find the most pro-ready players? NFL.com's Pipelines to the Pros series explores which schools, at each of eight positions over the last 20 years, have been providing NFL clubs with not only the most draft choices but also the most impactful pro players early in their careers. And beyond that, an examination of why those schools are so successful and the factors that contribute to a college program's ability to maintain...WW…

The NFL game-day experience will look vastly different in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including during postgame celebrations.NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Thursday that, under proposed NFL-NFLPA game-day protocols, teams would be forbidden from interactions within six feet of each other following games, and jersey exchanges between players would be prohibited, per sources informed of the situation.The bans were included in the game-day protocols distributed to clubs on Wednesday. Pelissero added, per a union source, that while the joint NFL-NFLPA medical committee has worked...…The NFL game-day experience will look vastly different in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including during postgame celebrations.NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Thursday that, under proposed NFL-NFLPA game-day protocols, teams would be forbidden from interactions within six feet of each other following games, and jersey exchanges between players would be prohibited, per sources informed of the situation.The bans were included in the game-day protocols distributed to clubs on Wednesday. Pelissero added, per a union source, that while the joint NFL-NFLPA medical committee has worked...WW…

Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Chicago Bears organization, Bears fans around the world and those who would tell you that, while , you should really give Chicago's a shot (and to ):was the hottest club in the world two years ago, like Tao at its heyday in Las Vegas. But this can be a fickle business. One day, people are waiting for hours behind a velvet rope. The next, you're offering...…Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Chicago Bears organization, Bears fans around the world and those who would tell you that, while , you should really give Chicago's a shot (and to ):was the hottest club in the world two years ago, like Tao at its heyday in Las Vegas. But this can be a fickle business. One day, people are waiting for hours behind a velvet rope. The next, you're offering...WW…

The Tennessee Titans have less than a week to negotiate a long-term contract with running back Derrick Henry, or the NFL's rushing leader will be playing on the franchise tag in 2020.Henry signed his $10.278 million franchise tag tender in April, meaning the running back won't be missing any training camp time. General manager Jon Robinson noted last month the team was working towards a multi-year deal, but with six days left to get one done, time is running short.Titans coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday on NFL Network's NFL NOW that patience is key in getting any long-term solution."Derrick...…The Tennessee Titans have less than a week to negotiate a long-term contract with running back Derrick Henry, or the NFL's rushing leader will be playing on the franchise tag in 2020.Henry signed his $10.278 million franchise tag tender in April, meaning the running back won't be missing any training camp time. General manager Jon Robinson noted last month the team was working towards a multi-year deal, but with six days left to get one done, time is running short.Titans coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday on NFL Network's NFL NOW that patience is key in getting any long-term solution."Derrick...WW…

Heading into the 2020 season, which NFL teams are the most complete?That's the question my esteemed editors at NFL.com posed to me. My initial thought: What does "most complete" even mean? Are we talking about the most TALENTED teams? The teams with the best starting lineups? The deepest rosters, from 1 to 53? Could take this in a lot of different directions ...After spinning my wheels for a while, I eventually embraced a columnist cliché: Let's consult my friend Merriam-Webster, and see what she has to say!The top definition for the word "complete": .Well alright. With that phraseology as...…Heading into the 2020 season, which NFL teams are the most complete?That's the question my esteemed editors at NFL.com posed to me. My initial thought: What does "most complete" even mean? Are we talking about the most TALENTED teams? The teams with the best starting lineups? The deepest rosters, from 1 to 53? Could take this in a lot of different directions ...After spinning my wheels for a while, I eventually embraced a columnist cliché: Let's consult my friend Merriam-Webster, and see what she has to say!The top definition for the word "complete": .Well alright. With that phraseology as...WW…

Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Detroit Lions organization, Lions fans around the world and those of you who have wondered how a hot dog spot called American Coney Island :This is a big year for the Lions, who are still trying to find their way. Or should I say, Patriot Way? I know, I know: cheap shot. But this is a big season for the men in Honolulu Blue. There is reason for optimism: As...…Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Detroit Lions organization, Lions fans around the world and those of you who have wondered how a hot dog spot called American Coney Island :This is a big year for the Lions, who are still trying to find their way. Or should I say, Patriot Way? I know, I know: cheap shot. But this is a big season for the men in Honolulu Blue. There is reason for optimism: As...WW…

With veterans expected to report to training camps in 20 days, the NFL and NFL Players Association have a host of issues to continue to sort out before players return.Among the questions lingering in the air amid the COVID-19 pandemic is the potential for players opting out of participating in 2020.NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Wednesday on NFL NOW that the league and union anticipate player opt-outs would be available, but would need to be communicated by a certain date."My understanding is both the union and the league intend to have an opt-out for players who have either a...…With veterans expected to report to training camps in 20 days, the NFL and NFL Players Association have a host of issues to continue to sort out before players return.Among the questions lingering in the air amid the COVID-19 pandemic is the potential for players opting out of participating in 2020.NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Wednesday on NFL NOW that the league and union anticipate player opt-outs would be available, but would need to be communicated by a certain date."My understanding is both the union and the league intend to have an opt-out for players who have either a...WW…

Three weeks before training camp is set to open for veterans, cornerback Trae Waynes still hasn't inked his contract with the Cincinnati Bengals.The CB agreed to with the Bengals in March. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Waynes has been unable to sign his deal. While other teams have signed players with whom they'd agreed to terms (some allowing physicals at private practices), the Bengals won't formalize the deal until Waynes can take a physical with team doctors, which the league has prohibited.The 28-year-old cornerback is frustrated with the holdup."That sh--'s terrible. It's still going...…Three weeks before training camp is set to open for veterans, cornerback Trae Waynes still hasn't inked his contract with the Cincinnati Bengals.The CB agreed to with the Bengals in March. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Waynes has been unable to sign his deal. While other teams have signed players with whom they'd agreed to terms (some allowing physicals at private practices), the Bengals won't formalize the deal until Waynes can take a physical with team doctors, which the league has prohibited.The 28-year-old cornerback is frustrated with the holdup."That sh--'s terrible. It's still going...WW…

With three weeks to go until the planned start of training camp amid a global pandemic, there remain disagreements between the NFL and its players union as to how to execute training camp and the preseason in 2020.NFL Players Association president JC Tretter said as much in an article Tuesday, in which he reiterated the NFLPA's priority is, and that of the NFL should be, and that a return to "normal" as the league knows it should not be the goal in 2020."Since March, we have had hours of return to work meetings, reviewed research and developed detailed protocols -- all of which will be...…With three weeks to go until the planned start of training camp amid a global pandemic, there remain disagreements between the NFL and its players union as to how to execute training camp and the preseason in 2020.NFL Players Association president JC Tretter said as much in an article Tuesday, in which he reiterated the NFLPA's priority is, and that of the NFL should be, and that a return to "normal" as the league knows it should not be the goal in 2020."Since March, we have had hours of return to work meetings, reviewed research and developed detailed protocols -- all of which will be...WW…

Many of our NFL Network analysts dedicated years to perfecting their craft and becoming the best players they could during their respective football careers, navigating difficult decisions along the way. What were the best decisions they made? What were their biggest regrets? That is today's topic of discussion:LaDainian Tomlinson, running back (San Diego Chargers, 2001-09; New York Jet, 2010-11): For me, it's never winning a Super Bowl. I made five postseason appearances with the Chargers (hitting the AFC Championship in the 2007 season) and one with the Jets (again, to the conference...…Many of our NFL Network analysts dedicated years to perfecting their craft and becoming the best players they could during their respective football careers, navigating difficult decisions along the way. What were the best decisions they made? What were their biggest regrets? That is today's topic of discussion:LaDainian Tomlinson, running back (San Diego Chargers, 2001-09; New York Jet, 2010-11): For me, it's never winning a Super Bowl. I made five postseason appearances with the Chargers (hitting the AFC Championship in the 2007 season) and one with the Jets (again, to the conference...WW…

Old-school football is a thing of the past, but LSU has earned its reputation as DLU by continuing to churn out defensive linemen in an offensive football world.By Chase Goodbread | July 7, 2020Where do NFL teams go to find the most pro-ready players? NFL.com's Pipelines to the Pros series explores which schools, at each of eight positions over the last 20 years, have been providing NFL clubs with not only the most draft choices but also the most impactful pro players early in their careers. And beyond that, an examination of why those schools are so successful and the factors that...…Old-school football is a thing of the past, but LSU has earned its reputation as DLU by continuing to churn out defensive linemen in an offensive football world.By Chase Goodbread | July 7, 2020Where do NFL teams go to find the most pro-ready players? NFL.com's Pipelines to the Pros series explores which schools, at each of eight positions over the last 20 years, have been providing NFL clubs with not only the most draft choices but also the most impactful pro players early in their careers. And beyond that, an examination of why those schools are so successful and the factors that...WW…

It's difficult to characterize the Miami Dolphins' current quarterback situation as a competition or controversy.Certainly, Ryan Fitzpatrick isn't about to go easy into a Sunday night; his die-hard play down the Dolphins' 2019 stretch was example of that.But Tua Tagovailoa is most assuredly seen and forecast as the Dolphins' quarterback of the future.And as Miami looks to rebuild itself into a contender, Tagovailoa is less chasing Fitzpatrick than he is Dan Marino, just like the more than 20 Dolphins signal-callers before him.Since Marino retired after the 1999 season, the Dolphins have had...…It's difficult to characterize the Miami Dolphins' current quarterback situation as a competition or controversy.Certainly, Ryan Fitzpatrick isn't about to go easy into a Sunday night; his die-hard play down the Dolphins' 2019 stretch was example of that.But Tua Tagovailoa is most assuredly seen and forecast as the Dolphins' quarterback of the future.And as Miami looks to rebuild itself into a contender, Tagovailoa is less chasing Fitzpatrick than he is Dan Marino, just like the more than 20 Dolphins signal-callers before him.Since Marino retired after the 1999 season, the Dolphins have had...WW…

Along with being the architect of the San Francisco 49ers dynasty of the 1980s, Bill Walsh revolutionized how football is played with the West Coast Offense.Thus, any comparison to Walsh is a lofty one. Being compared to Walsh by one of the greatest safeties of all-time who happened to play for Walsh is a compliment to the nth degree. Such a compliment was handed out by the great Ronnie Lott recently as the Hall of Famer compared the 49ers' current coach -- Kyle Shanahan -- to the 49ers' greatest coach."To me, they're there," Lott said . "They're there on the offense and the reason I think...…Along with being the architect of the San Francisco 49ers dynasty of the 1980s, Bill Walsh revolutionized how football is played with the West Coast Offense.Thus, any comparison to Walsh is a lofty one. Being compared to Walsh by one of the greatest safeties of all-time who happened to play for Walsh is a compliment to the nth degree. Such a compliment was handed out by the great Ronnie Lott recently as the Hall of Famer compared the 49ers' current coach -- Kyle Shanahan -- to the 49ers' greatest coach."To me, they're there," Lott said . "They're there on the offense and the reason I think...WW…

Much has been made this offseason in regard to Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook's .While that's a development that needs to be addressed, another new development has been Gary Kubiak taking over as Vikings offensive coordinator following Kevin Stefanski's hiring as the newest Cleveland Browns head coach.So, will Cook be the centerpiece of Kubiak's Vikings offense?Coming off his best season yet, Cook looks to be poised for more greatness under Kubiak as a look into the numbers, provided by NFL Research suggests.In 15 of his 22 seasons as an offensive coordinator or head coach,...…Much has been made this offseason in regard to Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook's .While that's a development that needs to be addressed, another new development has been Gary Kubiak taking over as Vikings offensive coordinator following Kevin Stefanski's hiring as the newest Cleveland Browns head coach.So, will Cook be the centerpiece of Kubiak's Vikings offense?Coming off his best season yet, Cook looks to be poised for more greatness under Kubiak as a look into the numbers, provided by NFL Research suggests.In 15 of his 22 seasons as an offensive coordinator or head coach,...WW…

AFC East titles and postseason berths have seemed liked foregone conclusions for the New England Patriots for a very long time.Upon the exodus of one Tom Brady, that all seemed to come into immediate doubt – never mind that Bill Belichick and a formidable defense remained.Now, Cam Newton is headed to New England and it might well be that the Patriots making the playoffs are once more a foregone conclusion.Having signed the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player, New England became just the sixth team in NFL history to add a former MVP quarterback to its roster after having made the playoffs the...…AFC East titles and postseason berths have seemed liked foregone conclusions for the New England Patriots for a very long time.Upon the exodus of one Tom Brady, that all seemed to come into immediate doubt – never mind that Bill Belichick and a formidable defense remained.Now, Cam Newton is headed to New England and it might well be that the Patriots making the playoffs are once more a foregone conclusion.Having signed the 2015 NFL Most Valuable Player, New England became just the sixth team in NFL history to add a former MVP quarterback to its roster after having made the playoffs the...WW…

Calais Campbell knows what it's like to be close to winning a Super Bowl and falling shy. He knows what it's like to be on talented teams that came up shorter than the ultimate goal. Entering his 13th NFL season, the new Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman is ready to get over the hump."Honestly, it's a great situation to be in," Campbell . "The team is very, very talented. You look at Baltimore's roster up and down and there's talent everywhere. Throughout the draft, we got even stronger at some of the positions where we needed help. I'm really excited about the opportunity. I think, you...…Calais Campbell knows what it's like to be close to winning a Super Bowl and falling shy. He knows what it's like to be on talented teams that came up shorter than the ultimate goal. Entering his 13th NFL season, the new Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman is ready to get over the hump."Honestly, it's a great situation to be in," Campbell . "The team is very, very talented. You look at Baltimore's roster up and down and there's talent everywhere. Throughout the draft, we got even stronger at some of the positions where we needed help. I'm really excited about the opportunity. I think, you...WW…

Fifty-four years into the Super Bowl era, 12 NFL franchises have yet to hoist a Lombardi Trophy. The front offices, coaching staffs and players feel the pain of never winning the big game, but some of the most tortured souls are the long-suffering fans.In contrast, a handful of fan bases have been absolutely spoiled with Super Bowl victories, with the winningest franchises being the New England Patriots (six Lombardi Trophies), Pittsburgh Steelers (six), Dallas Cowboys (five) and San Francisco 49ers (five).Ahead of the 2020 NFL season, we ask: Which fan base is most deserving of a Super...…Fifty-four years into the Super Bowl era, 12 NFL franchises have yet to hoist a Lombardi Trophy. The front offices, coaching staffs and players feel the pain of never winning the big game, but some of the most tortured souls are the long-suffering fans.In contrast, a handful of fan bases have been absolutely spoiled with Super Bowl victories, with the winningest franchises being the New England Patriots (six Lombardi Trophies), Pittsburgh Steelers (six), Dallas Cowboys (five) and San Francisco 49ers (five).Ahead of the 2020 NFL season, we ask: Which fan base is most deserving of a Super...WW…

In an ongoing effort to recognize social justice, the NFL is discussing with players the possibility of wearing helmet decals or jersey patches recognizing those impacted by systemic racism and police brutality throughout the 2020 season, NFL Network's Steve Wyche reported Thursday, per a source with knowledge of the development.For example, a player could wear a helmet decal with "G.F." for George Floyd, whose death in May while in Minneapolis police custody has sparked a global reckoning over police brutality and racial prejudice.The decision to wear decals or patches would be left up to...…In an ongoing effort to recognize social justice, the NFL is discussing with players the possibility of wearing helmet decals or jersey patches recognizing those impacted by systemic racism and police brutality throughout the 2020 season, NFL Network's Steve Wyche reported Thursday, per a source with knowledge of the development.For example, a player could wear a helmet decal with "G.F." for George Floyd, whose death in May while in Minneapolis police custody has sparked a global reckoning over police brutality and racial prejudice.The decision to wear decals or patches would be left up to...WW…

As our Kevin Patra wrote earlier Thursday, Cam Newton's contract .The quarterback knows this, but he doesn't care, because his joining New England is about more than income.A post shared by (@cameron1newton) on Jul 2, 2020 at 10:18am PDT"It's not a lot of things MONEY cannot buy, BUT amongst the top of that list of things, you would find RESPECT as one of those!!" Newton wrote on Instagram hours after his contract details -- in which New England is guaranteed to pay him just $550,000 -- became public. "THIS IS NOT ABOUT MONEY FOR ME; it's about RESPECT."Newton is five years removed from...…As our Kevin Patra wrote earlier Thursday, Cam Newton's contract .The quarterback knows this, but he doesn't care, because his joining New England is about more than income.A post shared by (@cameron1newton) on Jul 2, 2020 at 10:18am PDT"It's not a lot of things MONEY cannot buy, BUT amongst the top of that list of things, you would find RESPECT as one of those!!" Newton wrote on Instagram hours after his contract details -- in which New England is guaranteed to pay him just $550,000 -- became public. "THIS IS NOT ABOUT MONEY FOR ME; it's about RESPECT."Newton is five years removed from...WW…

Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Jacksonville Jaguars organization, Jags fans around the world and those who just came here to scream Duuuuuuuuval:And since that fateful -- grossly premature -- whistle in the 2017 AFC Championship Game, we've seen a devastating butterfly effect on the Jaguars where anything that possibly could go wrong has gone wrong. Two straight seasons of double-digit...…Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Jacksonville Jaguars organization, Jags fans around the world and those who just came here to scream Duuuuuuuuval:And since that fateful -- grossly premature -- whistle in the 2017 AFC Championship Game, we've seen a devastating butterfly effect on the Jaguars where anything that possibly could go wrong has gone wrong. Two straight seasons of double-digit...WW…

NFL.com analyst and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah takes a "first look" at some of college football's top players for 2020. This is the eighth in a series of scouting reports that will run throughout the offseason.Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence heads into the 2020 season as the face of college football. It's very possible he could pull off the CFB triple crown in the next year: win the Heisman Trophy and the national championship and then become the first overall pick in the NFL draft. I can't remember this much hype about a prospect at the quarterback position since Andrew Luck was...…NFL.com analyst and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah takes a "first look" at some of college football's top players for 2020. This is the eighth in a series of scouting reports that will run throughout the offseason.Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence heads into the 2020 season as the face of college football. It's very possible he could pull off the CFB triple crown in the next year: win the Heisman Trophy and the national championship and then become the first overall pick in the NFL draft. I can't remember this much hype about a prospect at the quarterback position since Andrew Luck was...WW…

Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Indianapolis Colts organization, Colts fans around the world and those who miss not only Andrew Luck but updates from the famed , as well:Dearest mother,As you know, I had to step away from football to return to life on the farm. And my Colts took heavy losses last year. But I'm happy to report that the cavalry has arrived via an unlikely source: Capt. Philip...…Where does your franchise stand heading into 2020? Adam Rank sets the table by providing a State of the Franchise look at all 32 teams, zeroing in on the key figures to watch and setting the stakes for the season to come.Members of the Indianapolis Colts organization, Colts fans around the world and those who miss not only Andrew Luck but updates from the famed , as well:Dearest mother,As you know, I had to step away from football to return to life on the farm. And my Colts took heavy losses last year. But I'm happy to report that the cavalry has arrived via an unlikely source: Capt. Philip...WW…