NFL roundup: Fans confident Bears have their franchise quarterback

July 3, 2024

Caleb Williams has yet to play a snap for the Chicago Bears and their fans are hyped to see their rookie quarterback in action. Time will only tell if they have their franchise guy but the excitement is there and that’s something Bears fan haven’t had in awhile. Check out what the Denver Broncos, Dallas Cowboys, and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

10 random thoughts on the Patriots, life, and everything – Pats Pulpit
After several weeks on the sidelines, a collection of notes and thoughts.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

New York Jets: Jets should use more play action and pre-snap motion – Gang Green Nation
The Jets passing offense could use some changes

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Could Buffalo Bills RB James Cook see less volume in 2024? – Buffalo Rumblings
Does the addition of Ray Davis move the needle?

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Ravens defenders share excitement and expectations for new DC Zach Orr – Baltimore Beatdown
A collection of thoughts from some of the teams top players on the defensive side of the ball about their new play caller.

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Former NFL GM says he likes how Justin Fields fits in Arthur Smith’s offense – Behind the Steel Curtain
The summer of Justin Fields takes continues

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

Bengals Preview: Jordan Battle will silence the doubters in 2024 – Cincy Jungle
Battle was a true bright spot on a Bengals defense that struggled in 2023. Will he take the next step in 2024?

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Browns 2023: Receivers share the blame with QBs for league-low completion rate – Dawgs By Nature
Browns QBs only completed 57% of their passes last season

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

Predict the production: Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon – Battle Red Blog
The Texans had decent production from the running back position in 2023 from Devin Singletary, who rushing for 898 yards and four touchdowns.

Although Singletary was above average at times, Houston…

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

Titans DT Jeffery Simmons calls Derrick Henry’s Ravens jersey a “purple tutu,” can’t wait to trash talk Caleb Williams – Music City Miracles
Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons pulled no punches during his Rich Eisen Show appearance

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

3 veteran free agents the Jaguars could still sign – Big Cat Country
The Jaguars added nine new faces via the 2024 NFL Draft, but that shouldn’t deter them from looking into these three veteran free agents.

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Anthony Richardson has no restrictions heading into training camp – Stampede Blue
The quarterback is ready to roll when training camp gets underway.

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

What should we expect from a highly drafted rookie quarterback in 2024? – Mile High Report
Let history be your guide to guessing how each of the six will do in 2024.

Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Chargers rank T-7th in AFC “best set for the future” rankings – Bolts From The Blue
The Chargers aren’t in the basement of the conference but they’ve got their work cut out for them if they want to catch up to the Chiefs and Ravens.

Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Raiders tight ends 2024: Marrying Brock Bowers-Michael Mayer’s talents – Silver And Black Pride
Las Vegas Raiders’ tight end coach Luke Steckel knows it will be a work-in-progress at loaded tight-end position with Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

Chiefs Roster: Is the team deep enough behind RB Isiah Pacheco? – Arrowhead Pride
Do the Kansas City Chiefs have the running backs it will need if Isiah Pacheco is injured in 2024?

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

How well has Joe Schoen handled the Giants’ finances? – Big Blue View
It depends on which of two competing philosophies you favor

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

NFL Schedule 2024: How many games do the Eagles have a quarterback advantage in? – Bleeding Green Nation
QB vs. QB look at Philadelphia’s 2024 season.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

Dallas Cowboys roster: 2 offensive players who could take on larger roles – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys will need a few players to outperform expectations in 2024. Here are two offensive players who might do just that.

Washington Commanders (via Hogs Haven)

The 5 O’Clock Club: Commanders contract watch – Sam Cosmi & Jonathan Allen – Hogs Haven
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere…

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

How the NFL’s Sunday Ticket lawsuit could impact Jordan Love’s extension – Acme Packing Company
There’s a good chance that the league’s salary cap will regress in the near future.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Travis Kelce gave Detroit Lions TE Sam LaPorta one of the highest compliments – Pride Of Detroit
Down at TEU, future Hall of Famer Travis Kelce gave Sam LaPorta one of the biggest compliments he could.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Most Bears fans are confident the team has their franchise quarterback – Windy City Gridiron
Bears’ fans have spoken!

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

A Look at the Vikings’ Late Day Three/UDFA Draft Strategy – Daily Norseman
Some insight into how Kwesi hunts for draft diamonds

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Three Saints position battles to watch this offseason – Canal Street Chronicles
Let’s take a look at three positions that are up for grabs during camp.

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

Breaking down the new-look Falcons wide receiver corps for 2024 – The Falcoholic
Atlanta re-stocked and re-tooled its pass catching corps, giving them a new look heading into a pivotal year.

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

Brian Answers: Another great batch of questions from the CSR community to respond to! – Cat Scratch Reader
We got a ton of Bryce Young centered questions in this week’s mailbag!

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)

Is Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ head coach Todd Bowles underrated? – Bucs Nation
Should Bucs’ fans appreciate Todd Bowles more?

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

49ers: Shanahan hopes to reduce Christian McCaffrey’s massive workload – Niners Nation
The 49ers head coach acknowledged that he would like to give their superstar back more of a breather.

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

Cardinals enjoying a Murray pre-season – Revenge of the Birds
Have the hopes for Kyler’s and the team’s success ever been higher, particularly among his teammates?

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Why the Seattle Seahawks could add a speedy receiver before training camp – Field Gulls
The Seahawks have talent at wide receiver, but at the moment DK Metcalf is the only deep threat defenses need to respect.

Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)

Rams offense: Will Sean McVay call a more run-first offense in 2024? – Turf Show Times
Will Rams and Sean McVay run the ball more in 2024?

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