
Month: September 2025


14 teams that will make the NFL playoffs — and six that will be left out: Barnwell’s preseason picks
Which teams from last season’s playoffs will return? Who will be the surprises in the 14-team bracket? And who will win the Super Bowl?

Bold predictions, strengths and concerns for all 32 teams
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the NFL regular season, including how teams rank before Week 1.

Rodgers downplays facing Jets: ‘It’s Week 1’
Aaron Rodgers deflected all questions about returning to MetLife Stadium to face the Jets in the Steelers’ season opener Sunday.

49ers add $3M in incentives to WR Jennings’ deal
The 49ers and Jauan Jennings have reached agreement on a deal that will add $3 million in play-time incentives to his contract.

Meyers says Raiders future unclear amid talks
Raiders receiver Jakobi Meyers, who is in the final year of his deal, is unsure if a new contract will get done with the organizatiion: “We’re gonna see how it plays out.”

Chargers expecting RB Harris to start vs. Chiefs
Chargers RB Najee Harris, who missed all of training camp due to an eye injury sustained in a fireworks mishap, is expected to start in Friday’s opener vs. the Chiefs,

Pats owner Kraft envisions statue for Belichick
Patriots owner Robert Kraft shared his hope that the team’s recently unveiled Tom Brady statue will have company in the future in the form of a tribute to Bill Belichick.

Stafford up for physical game despite ailing back
Matthew Stafford said he won’t be focused on the aggravated disk in his back that he has been dealing with when the Rams open the season against the Texans on Sunday.

Sensing narrative shift, Burrow ‘to put on a show’
CINCINNATI — In recent seasons, the Cincinnati Bengals were among those considered to be contenders to win the AFC. That might not be the case entering the 2025 season.