Matt Lombardo

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Senior National NFL Insider at FanBuzz

NFL Reporter, Founder Between The Hashmarks | @Fox29Philly Sports On Air Contributor | Repped by: @Wholtzman | Inquiries: [email protected]

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Substack Live: George Pickens trade fallout, Howie Roseman's mastery, Buffalo Bills talk with Matt Lombardo

6 days ago | golongtd.com | Tyler Dunne |Matt Lombardo

Greetings! We’ve got another Substack Live for you here at Go Long. I was joined by of “Between the Hashmarks.” Be sure to check out his site. Matt’s always talking to coaches and execs around the NFL. Through this 40-minute chat, we hit on the George Pickens trade (what it means for both the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys), why Howie Roseman is a step ahead of everyone else and Brandon Beane’s big move on defense. The Buffalo Bills GM has a plan, and he’s sticking to it.
Steelers landed one of the NFL Draft’s biggest sleepers

6 days ago | yardbarker.com | Matt Lombardo

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason has left a lot to be desired, especially given colossal uncertainty at quarterback and few upgrades on offense. While the Steelers might be hoping that Aaron Rodgers makes his way to Pittsburgh and that DK Metcalf and Pat Freiermuth represent enough firepower in the passing game, it might be running back Jaylen Warren’s running mate who could make the biggest impact on offense.
George Pickens Breaks Silence on Dallas Cowboys Blockbuster Trade

6 days ago | yardbarker.com | Matt Lombardo

The Dallas Cowboys’ breathless search for a dynamic wide receiver to pair opposite CeeDee Lamb came to an end this week, with the blockbuster acquisition of George Pickens in a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickens in the definition of a burner, a year removed from averaging 18.1 yards per reception and fresh off a 2024 season in which he caught 59 passes for 900 yards and three touchdowns despite wildly inconsistent quarterback play in a run-based Steelers offense.
Pittsburgh Steelers Landed One of The NFL Draft’s Biggest Sleepers

6 days ago | yardbarker.com | Matt Lombardo

At six feet and 225 pounds, the former Iowa standout rushed for 1,537 yards with 21 touchdowns while averaging a whopping 6.4 yards per carry. There’s a legitimate possibility that pairing Johnson’s explosiveness, in a zone-based system, with Warren could build out a duo that could be as electrifying as Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery in Detroit.
Pittsburgh Steelers Landed One Of The NFL Draft's Biggest Steals

6 days ago | gridironheroics.com | Matt Lombardo

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason has left a lot to be desired, especially given colossal uncertainty at quarterback and few upgrades on offense. While the Steelers might be hoping that Aaron Rodgers makes his way to Pittsburgh and that DK Metcalf and Pat Freirmuth represent enough firepower in the passing game, it might be running back Jaylen Warren’s running mate who could make the biggest impact on offense.
Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry Offers Strong Nick Chubb Take

6 days ago | gridironheroics.com | Matt Lombardo

As OTAs begin across the NFL, running back Nick Chubb remains among the best available free agents at the position, and it doesn’t sound like the Cleveland Browns are in much of a hurry to try to bring him back. Chubb, 29, has battled through numerous significant injuries in recent years, including a season-ending foot injury suffered in Week 15 of the 2024 campaign that came after a significant knee injury that ended his 2023 campaign in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Why San Francisco 49ers Rookie Is A 'Perfect' Fit

6 days ago | gridironheroics.com | Matt Lombardo

The San Francisco 49ers took a bit of a wrecking ball to the roster over the offseason, with several key contributors departing via trades or free agency as the organization gears up to sign quarterback Brock Purdy to a top-dollar extension. Among those stars who will be elsewhere, wide receiver Deebo Samuel was dealt to the Washington Commanders, Drew Greenlaw and Talanoa Hufanga signed with the Broncos, and Charvarius Ward is an Indianapolis Colt.
George Pickens Breaks Silence On Dallas Cowboys Trade

6 days ago | gridironheroics.com | Matt Lombardo

The Dallas Cowboys’ breathless search for a dynamic wide receiver to pair opposite CeeDee Lamb came to an end this week, with the blockbuster acquisition of George Pickens in a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickens in the definition of a burner, a year removed from averaging 18.1 yards per reception and fresh off a 2024 season in which he caught 59 passes for 900 yards and three touchdowns despite wildly inconsistent quarterback play in a run-based Steelers offense.
How Ben Johnson can end Chicago Bears 'days in the dumps'

1 week ago | chicitysports.com | Matt Lombardo

Ben Johnson’s arrival has been front-run by optimism that the Chicago Bears‘ fortunes are about to change. After all, Johnson was the mastermind behind what became one of the most prolific offenses across the NFL during his time with the Detroit Lions, and general manager Ryan Poles and the front office have built what has the potential to be an explosive offense around second-year quarterback Caleb Williams.
How Ben Johnson can end Chicago Bears ‘days in the dumps’

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Matt Lombardo

Ben Johnson’s arrival has been front-run by optimism that the Chicago Bears‘ fortunes are about to change. After all, Johnson was the mastermind behind what became one of the most prolific offenses across the NFL during his time with the Detroit Lions, and general manager Ryan Poles and the front office have built what has the potential to be an explosive offense around second-year quarterback Caleb Williams.