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Recapping where Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers & Chicago Bears stand in first few days of free agency

The first wave of free agency is in the books, and it was a pretty busy week for the four teams in the NFC North. Here’s a look at how rosters have changed throughout the division through the first wave of free agency: DETROIT 2024 record: 15-2 (division champs) Top re-signings: LB Derrick Barnes, DT… Continue reading Recapping where Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers & Chicago Bears stand in first few days of free agency

NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings

Bears Lions Lions new OC John Morton arrived in Detroit after spending the last two years as the Broncos’ pass game coordinator. Denver HC Sean Payton called Morton a “super passionate” and dedicated coach. “Super passionate,” Payton said, via Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. “Man, he works his tail off. He’s great with film study… Continue reading NFC Notes: Bears, Lions, Sam Darnold, Vikings

NFC Insights: Lions’ Offense with Goff, Packers, and Vikings Moves

The NFC is seeing significant roster and coaching dynamics as teams strategize for the upcoming season. New Lions offensive coordinator John Morton aims to leverage his familiarity with quarterback Jared Goff while making adjustments to the offense. The Packers are considering cap savings with the potential departures of key players, like cornerback Jaire Alexander. The… Continue reading NFC Insights: Lions’ Offense with Goff, Packers, and Vikings Moves

NFC Notes: Jordan Addison Legal Update, Coaching Staff Hires, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears Jeff Howe of The Athletic polled 10 NFL personnel executives and coaches on who the top head coaching hires were this offseason, with new Bears HC Ben Johnson finishing tied for the most second-place votes with Raiders HC Pete Carroll. One executive said the following on the fit in Chicago: “I’m still unclear on… Continue reading NFC Notes: Jordan Addison Legal Update, Coaching Staff Hires, Bears, Lions, Vikings

NFC Notes: Bears’ New Defensive Strategy, Lions’ Growth, Vikings’ Patience

The NFC teams are reshaping their strategies heading into the next season. The Bears are looking to implement a more aggressive defense under new DC Dennis Allen, emphasizing a traditional Bears grit. The Lions are focusing on player development, with RB Sione Vaki aiming to excel beyond special teams. Meanwhile, the Vikings’ GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah… Continue reading NFC Notes: Bears’ New Defensive Strategy, Lions’ Growth, Vikings’ Patience

NFC Notes: Dennis Allen, Dallas Turner, Bears, Lions, Vikings

Bears Bears’ recently hired DC Dennis Allen said they want to build an “attacking” defense: “We want to take the fight to the offense… [A defense] you come to expect from the Chicago Bears.” (Scott Bair) The Bears are expected to interview Tulane OL coach Dan Roushar for their OL opening on Friday, per the Bernstein… Continue reading NFC Notes: Dennis Allen, Dallas Turner, Bears, Lions, Vikings

NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Xavier McKinney, Lions, Packers, Vikings

Lions Lions DT Alim McNeill talked about what it was like to suffer a season-ending injury for the first time in his career and was adamant about attacking rehab in order to get back on the field as quickly as possible. “I had no clue what it was, but I knew it was something a… Continue reading NFC Notes: Sam Darnold, Xavier McKinney, Lions, Packers, Vikings

A Closer Look: NFL Draft Disappointments: Chiefs, Packers, Steelers, Cowboys, Bears, Lions, Bills, Vikings, 49ers, Raiders

A Closer Look: NFL Draft Disappointments: Chiefs, Packers, Steelers, Cowboys, Bears, Lions, Bills, Vikings, 49ers, Raiders Information courtesy: [email protected] Kansas City Chiefs Name Number Drafted Year Drafted How many NFL Seasons? Jonathan Baldwin 26 2011 3 Clyde Edwards-Helaire 32 2020 4 Green Bay Packers Name Number Drafted Year Drafted How many NFL Seasons? Jamal Reynolds… Continue reading A Closer Look: NFL Draft Disappointments: Chiefs, Packers, Steelers, Cowboys, Bears, Lions, Bills, Vikings, 49ers, Raiders

NFL awards 2024: Lions, Vikings double up in voting for Sporting News’ honors

With the end of another NFL season and Super Bowl 59’s arrival, it’s time for the outlets covering the league to hand out major individual NFL awards. For Sporting News, that means revealing our prestigious pro football honors, too. The long-standing process was the same for 2024, as all the worthy recipients were determined by… Continue reading NFL awards 2024: Lions, Vikings double up in voting for Sporting News’ honors