Ex-Eagles Lineman Kevin Johnson, 55, Killed in Homicide, Authorities Say

4 months ago

Ex-Eagles Lineman Kevin Johnson, 55, Killed in Homicide, Authorities Say

Former Eagles defensive lineman Kevin Johnson died Wednesday from blunt head trauma and stab wounds, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. His death was ruled a homicide at a homeless encampment in Los Angeles. Johnson, 55, played four NFL seasons, including two with Philadelphia, recording seven career sacks before later playing in the Arena Football League.

By Sauvik Banerjee

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Mike Vrabel Repeats Elijah Mitchell Move as Patriots Release Darrell Taylor in Nine Days

When asked how Taylor adapted to the team, Vrabel said, “We released Darrell Taylor. We’ll put that out here at 4:00. So not very well.” His remark came just nine days after the Patriots signed former Texans DE Taylor to their practice squad. Similarly, the Patriots released RB Elijah Mitchell 22 days after naming him to the practice squad.


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Former 49ers QB John Brodie Passes Away at 90

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Former 49ers QB John Brodie Passes Away at 90

Age-related illness was the cause of death. A third overall selection in the 1957 NFL Draft, Brodie spent his 17-season career with the 49ers (1957-73), where he played in 201 games (159 starts). He threw for 31,548 yards and 214 touchdowns. His 17 seasons mark the longest tenure of any 49ers player, while his 31,548 passing yards are the second-most in franchise history.

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4 months ago

Mike Macdonald Says He Only Sees His Son 30 Minutes a Week During Season

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald revealed he sees his son Jack for “maybe a half hour” each week during the season. Macdonald said he now leaves work early on Thursdays to spend time at home. “I don’t get to see Jack throughout the week,” he said, adding that the time spent helps him “get away,” “see things differently,” and “stay fresh.”

By Shubham Bhargav

Bills Want Philip Rivers as QBs Coach If He Isn’t Hired as HC

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Bills Want Philip Rivers as QBs Coach If He Isn’t Hired as HC

NFL insider Jarrett Bailey said the Bills want Philip Rivers as QBs coach if he’s not hired as head coach, noting Rivers and Josh Allen have a “tremendous relationship” and that “few are better” at seeing the game. However, Ian Rapoport added the HC chances are “not zero,” calling Rivers a “Hall of Fame QB” and strong leader whose skills “translate.”

By Nidheesh Kumar

4 months ago

Drake Maye Admits Even His Wife Doesn’t Get His TD Celebration

Patriots QB Drake Maye joked about his touchdown celebrations, admitting even his wife was confused. “My wife was asking me what it meant last night,” Maye said. “I didn’t really have an answer either.” Laughing, he added, “One of these times I’m gonna launch the football as far as I can after I score.”

By Shubham Bhargav

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