Josh Buckhalter

Illinois

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Bears TE Colston Loveland Gets Honest Amid Injury Rehab Limitations

6 days ago | clockersports.com | Josh Buckhalter

Chicago Bears first-round pick Colston Loveland is one of three tight ends drafted by the franchise in the first round. Ever. He was largely a spectator on the Friday as he continues his recovery from a shoulder injury that required surgery in January following his final collegiate season. Bear head coach Ben Johnson did not set a specific timetable for his return to the action, but he did float “six weeks” as a reference when asked about his first top selection as a head coach.
Broncos Add History-Making QB After Unexpected Change of Plans

6 days ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

The Denver Broncos’ quarterback room includes veterans Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger, but newcomer Ian Book has the most in common with starter Bo Nix. Broncos head coach Sean Payton’s New Orleans Saints drafted Book in the 2021 draft. That could bode well for Book, who arrives after another option decided to reverse course.
Rams QB Matthew Stafford Draws Attention With Eye-Popping Reaction

6 days ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford smiled as he looked on during his long-time head coach’s introduction of new wide receiver Davante Adams. The more McVay raved, the more drawn in Stafford was. The scene unfolded in a clip from the latest entry in the “Behind The Grind” series, and TheRams.com’s Stu Jackson captured the peak of Stafford’s apparent excitement, turning the QB into a potential meme (33-second mark).
Texans Expected to Draw More ‘Hate’ After Latest Historic Decision

1 week ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio wants to maximize value in any deal, as is any executive. However, the Texans GM’s move with second-round draft pick Jayden Higgins could draw “hate,” per ESPN 97.5’s Jeremy Branham. The Texans selected Higgins No. 34 overall, making him the fifth wide receiver off the board. Standing at 6-foot-4, Higgins is expected to contend for playing time opposite Nico Collins at Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud’s disposal this season.
Bears RB Kyle Monangai Set to Benefit After Rumored Failed Trade

1 week ago | clockersports.com | Josh Buckhalter

The Chicago Bears are looking to get more out of their ground game, and they may have been willing to make a trade during the 2025 NFL Draft to do so. In the end, the Bears selected former Rutgers tailback Kyle Monangai. Bears GM Ryan Poles spoke glowingly about the incoming rookie. However, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported a belief that the Bears had their sights set elsewhere in the draft.
Broncos Prospect’s Reps Send Clear Message After Decision on Federal Lawsuit

1 week ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

New Denver Broncos center Clay Webb was a standout, but he went undrafted after two years at Georgia and three at Jacksonville State. According the 9News’ Mike Klis, the potential leading cause for Webb’s slide is behind him. Klis reported expectations were Webb would come off the board “somewhere between the fourth and sixth round.” Some scouts viewed him as the “third-best center” in the class. An “unresolved federal bullying lawsuit” caused concerns. Webb resolved the matter in April.
Vikings Bring in Record-Setting QB With Local Ties After Award-Winning Season

1 week ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

Head coach Kevin O’Connell and the Minnesota Vikings will hold their rookie minicamp from May 9 through May 11, and they will have a new quarterback in Zach Zebrowski slinging the ball to their group of roster hopefuls while also looking to make the cut. Zebrowski was a two-year starter at the University of Central Missouri. “@zach_zebrowski5 is off to rookie mini camp with the @Vikings,” the Mules’ social media team posted on X on May 8.
Broncos Urged to Add ‘Insurance’ Policy After $39 Million Investment

1 week ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

The Denver Broncos were lauded for their efforts in free agency, which yielded, notably among others, safety Talanoa Hufanga. However, Hufanga’s extensive injury history has led to former Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon as a suggestion for the Broncos. Blackmon, 26, was the No. 85 overall pick in the 2020 draft. He has started 62 of his 66 career games, including 16 in 2024. Pro Football Focus’ Mason Cameron called Blackmon “injury insurance” for Hufanga.
Rams Legend Sends 4-Word Message to Puka Nacua After Historic Decision

1 week ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

Los Angeles Rams legend Aaron Donald sported a new look that made the rounds on social media, posting a clip of himself wearing a wig and saying he was dressing up as Puka Nacua for Halloween. Nacua got good news on Wednesday when the Rams announced they would hold part of their training camp in Hawaii. “See you in Maui,” Donald captioned the video, including a palm tree emoji. “[Laughing emoji] the hair flip,” Nacua posted on another Instagram story, sharing Donald’s video on May 7.
Versatile Playmaker Gets Encouraging Update After Vikings’ $23 Million Decision

1 week ago | heavy.com | Josh Buckhalter

Veteran contract extensions could be in order for the Minnesota Vikings after an offseason in which they spent heavily to revamp their lines, lost a Pro Bowl quarterback in free agency, and addressed needs in the draft, and Josh Metellus is due. A sixth-round pick in the 2020 draft, Metellus has missed two games in his career, with zero in the last two seasons. He has also started 27 games in that two-year window, including all 17 in 2023. “Metellus is a perfect extension candidate.