NFL roundup: Could Justin Fields leapfrog Russell Wilson

Tony Nguyen | Miami Dolphins
July 31, 2024

The Pittsburgh Steelers have two new quarterbacks in Russell Wilson and Justin Fields vying for the starting sport. Wilson has been kept out of practice with an injury since training camp began meaning Fields is getting all the reps and having a good camp according to reports. Steelers head coach Mike Tomin said Wilson was slotted in as the team’s starting QB, but how long till Fields overtakes that spot? Check out what the New York Jets, Philadelph and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Patriots unveil 13 offseason award winners under Jerod Mayo – Pats Pulpit
A trio of 2023 draft selections stand among the honorees.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

New York Jets: Aaron Rodgers states goal for 2024 is a Super Bowl – Gang Green Nation
Superstar quarterback reaches for the stars

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Buffalo Bills WR Mack Hollins is purposeful with everything in life – Buffalo Rumblings
A truly infectious personality, Mack Hollins is quickly winning over his teammates and Bills Mafia


AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Ravens converted QB is ‘further along’ than expected in development as a receiver – Baltimore Beatdown
Second-year pro Malik Cunningham has surprised offensive coordinator Todd Monken with how well he has taken to the position switch.

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Justin Fields is showing the Steelers he’s ready to be the starting QB – Behind the Steel Curtain
The Steelers’ quarterback is having a great training camp

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

Joe Burrow says “the story’s never finished” in response to Cody Rhodes tweet – Cincy Jungle
The Bengals superstar is all business.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Kevin Stefanski will pass big names in Browns history, Bill Belichick is just one of them – Dawgs By Nature
Stefanski passed Bill Belichick in wins last season but has other numbers within reach


AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

Texans QB C.J. Stroud already in MVP talks – Battle Red Blog
Is Houston’s quarterback the second best in the NFL?

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

Titans believe Treylon Burks has “grown up” this offseason – Music City Miracles
Can Treylon Burks make an impact for the Tennessee Titans this season?

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

UDFA road to a roster spot: Shawn Bowman – Big Cat Country
Shining the spotlight on the Jaguars 2024 UDFA class

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Anthony Richardson begins his second training camp with unlimited potential – Stampede Blue
“People ask this, too… ‘Hey, are you gonna limit the run game?’ And I think like, ‘Shoot, are you gonna limit Steph Curry from shooting 3-pointers? That’s one of Anthony’s strengths,” Steichen said. “We are not going to get away from that.”


AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Bo Nix already making strong case for starting QB job in Denver – Mile High Report
According to Jeremy Fowler, the Denver Broncos have been really impressed with rookie Bo Nix during the first week of training camp.

Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Chargers using OL Jordan McFadden at TE/FB early in training camp – Bolts From The Blue
Former fifth-round pick Jordan McFadden has been lining up at tight end and fullback for the Chargers early in training camp.

Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Raiders training camp prediction: Aidan O’Connell wins quarterback role – Silver And Black Pride
What are the chances of the Las Vegas Raiders rolling with second-year quarterback Aidan O’Connell over veteran Gardner Minshew in the 2024 NFL season?

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

Chiefs Injuries: 3 biggest storylines after training camp’s first week – Arrowhead Pride
While the injury concerns seem minor, some important Kansas City Chiefs players are missing time.


NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

Giants’ young wide receivers look worth getting excited about – Big Blue View
Potential of young group on display early in training camp

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

Eagles Training Camp Practice Notes: DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown are still really good – Bleeding Green Nation
Observations from the NovaCare Complex.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Sam Williams tears ACL, will miss 2024 season – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys defense suffered a major blow as DE Sam Williams tears his ACL in a training camp practice.

Washington Commanders (via Hogs Haven)

Quan Martin Safety reps, first-team Marcus Mariota, Mike Sainristil – Hogs Haven
Open practice notes and takeaways from Washington’s first practice with fans


NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

Aaron Rodgers shouts out Packers’ Jordan Love for new extension – Acme Packing Company
Rodgers and Love are still getting along, despite years of drama surrounding the quarterback position.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Taylor Decker reportedly signs multi-year extension with Detroit Lions – Pride Of Detroit
Taylor Decker is getting a three-year contract extension, Lions GM Brad Holmes announced on Monday.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Bears 2024 Position Battles: How will the new 3rd QB rule come into play? – Windy City Gridiron
In this 11-part series, we’ll go position by position, examining the players on the Chicago Bears 90-man roster and their chances to make the team.

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

The Vikings’ Defense is Making Things Difficult on Their Quarterbacks – Daily Norseman
But that’s probably a good thing


NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Saints QB Jake Haener diagnosed with a rare form of skin cancer – Canal Street Chronicles
His diagnosis is not considered to be life-threatening and will work out a treatment plan with doctors next week.

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

The Falcons have their chance to be 2024’s comeback franchise – The Falcoholic
Bogged down by the weight of their own mistakes and poor luck, Atlanta can be the team to get right this season.

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

Predicting the Panthers: Giving out some training camp superlatives – Cat Scratch Reader
In a today’s edition of Predicting the Panthers, it’s time to celebrate football coming back to Charlotte by giving out some way-too-early training camp awards.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)

Is this a make-or-break season for Bucs’ Rachaad White? – Bucs Nation
What kind of a year can Bucs’ fans expect from Rachaad White?


NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

Brock Purdy 49ers Contract Rumors: ESPN thinks $325 million, five years – Niners Nation
$65 million per season, lot of money for a quarterback

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

Op-Ed: Cardinals should offer Will Hernandez and Hjalte Froholdt bird-in-hand deals asap – Revenge of the Birds
That’s right, baby, quid pro quo deals for Will and Fro.

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Where Seahawks QB Geno Smith ranks in pay after Jordan Love, Tua Tagovailoa deals – Field Gulls
The Seahawks starter is one of the lowest paid multi-year starting veterans in the NFL.

Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)

L.A. Rams news: Can Chris Shula “prevent” this 2023 defensive weakness? – Turf Show Times
L.A. allowed opponents into scoring position at the end of the 1st half in 12 of 17 games

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