Tyler Dragon

Los Angeles

NFL and Track & Field National Reporter for @USATODAY | Former Track & Field Athlete | Howard University Alum via UCLA | Inquiries [email protected]

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Articles

Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan have ties since high school; Can they help revive Panthers?

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

Bryce Young lobbied for the Carolina Panthers to draft wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan. “I just wanted to share my experiences. I’m grateful for (general manager) Dan (Morgan) and coach (Dave) Canales for wanting to hear that, wanting to hear me out and hear what I have to say,” Young told reporters this offseason. “I’ve been around (Tetairoa McMillan) before. I’ve seen him.
Justin Herbert says he's moved on from poor playoff performance. But is it fueling him?

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

Editor's note: This story is a part of a series by USA TODAY Sports called Project: June. We will publish at least one NFL-themed story every day throughout the month because fans know the league truly never sleeps. One thing about OTAs and minicamps is that they always feature a heavy dose of optimism. Players are rejuvenated and have closed the chapter from the previous season. One of the biggest beneficiaries of the upcoming year is Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert.
The Cincinnati Bengals have another disgruntled player. It's a Bengals tradition.

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

Cincinnati Bengals brass rebuke the notion that they are cheap, but they aren’t doing themselves any favors with the current news emanating out of the organization. A Bengals player (singular or plural) being disgruntled over their contract situation has become a tradition. Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins requested a trade last offseason.
‘I’m pretty hopeful’: Expect Micah Parsons, Cowboys to eventually get deal done

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and star defensive end Micah Parsons had a discussion on the field at minicamp on Tuesday. The conversion was roughly 30 minutes, according to reporters on the ground in Dallas. The chat could be a positive sign a contract extension is forthcoming for the Cowboys star linebacker. “I’m pretty hopeful,” Parsons told reporters on Tuesday. “I understand that it’s up to (Jerry Jones).
Los Angeles Rams are 'right place' for wide receiver Davante Adams

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

Editor's note: This story is a part of a series by USA TODAY Sports called Project: June. We will publish at least one NFL-themed story every day throughout the month because fans know the league truly never sleeps. Puka Nacua was already in the process of changing his number from 17 to 12 when Davante Adams signed with the Los Angeles Rams. “Yeah, I had already planned to make the switch over to number 12. It was perfect timing,” Nacua said last week.
Free-agent edge Za'Darius Smith: 'Hopefully I can get back to Detroit'

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

LOS ANGELES -- Free-agent pass rusher Za'Darius Smith is aware of where he wants to continue his playing career. His heart is still in Motown. “We both know where I want to be,” Smith told USA TODAY Sports at the 2025 BET Awards. “Hopefully I can get back to Detroit because the coaching staff and everybody in the front office are great. When I’m there I feel like a leader and like I can influence the young guys and do great things.
NFL burning questions: The biggest mysteries facing each AFC team

2 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

NFL mandatory minicamps begin next week and training camps kick off in July. With this much time before the Week 1, every team still has plenty of unanswered questions. Rosters are still being formed, rookies are learning new systems, roles have yet to be defined and coaches are incorporating plans for the season ahead. Plus, several impact free agents are still available. The latest of those, Aaron Rodgers, signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Aaron Rodgers signing: Are the Steelers better with the 41-year-old as their QB? Opinion

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

It’s about time. Aaron Rodgers inevitably agreed to terms with the Pittsburgh Steelers following a long, drawn-out saga. The Steelers almost appeared desperate as they waited an inordinate amount of time as the quarterback carousel churned, leaving Pittsburgh as the only viable option. When Mason Rudolph was quarterback No. 1 on the depth chart, maybe desperation was warranted.
2025 NFL season: The biggest question facing each NFC team

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

The NFL regular season will kick off in less than 100 days. NFL mandatory minicamps begin next week, and training camp gets underway in July. Every team has multiple unanswered questions this time of year. Rosters are still being formed, rookies are learning new systems, roles have yet to be defined and coaches are incorporating plans for the season ahead. Plus, several impact free agents are still available.
Top remaining NFL free agents: Best fits for Keenan Allen, Aaron Rodgers, more

3 weeks ago | usatoday.com | Tyler Dragon

We are less than 100 days from the start of the NFL regular season. Mandatory minicamps begin this month and training camp starts in July. Roster construction is a fluid process throughout the NFL calendar. Impact players are still available in free agency as teams get ready for mandatory minicamp. Will Aaron Rodgers finally make a decision this month? Veteran wide receivers Amari Cooper and Keenan Allen are surprisingly still unsigned.