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According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, a trade is being finalized to send wide receiver George Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for draft picks-highlighted by a third-rounder and additional pick swaps. The deal is expected to be completed Wednesday, per sources. Pickens, a former second-round pick, had been in talks for a contract extension with Pittsburgh, but general manager Omar Khan appears to be pivoting in another direction.
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A terrifying moment at Truist Park silenced the crowd Monday night. Tyler Callihan - a promising young rookie for the Cincinnati Reds - suffered a brutal injury while trying to make a highlight-reel play in left field. The 24-year-old broke his forearm on a diving catch attempt against the Braves, and the footage is not for the faint of heart. It happened in the third inning when Matt Olson sent a deep drive toward left.
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It was a blunt, no-nonsense assessment from Detroit Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman last week during his end-of-season press conference. "We need the goalies to stop the puck more," Yzerman said as quoted by 97.1 The Ticket. That's about as direct as it gets, and it reflects a larger issue that's been quietly holding the Red Wings back for nearly a decade. This year, they had a save percentage of just .896, tied for 20th overall.
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The Detroit Lions made plenty of noise this offseason-reloading through the draft, bringing in fresh faces, and continuing to build a contender. But let's be honest: there's still a lingering question when it comes to the edge opposite Aidan Hutchinson. Sure, the Lions added Boise State's Ahmed Hassanein in the sixth round. And yes, Marcus Davenport is in the mix.
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When Barry Sanders speaks, Detroit listens-and the entire NFL probably should too. The Hall of Fame running back and Detroit Lions legend recently gave his stamp of approval to the current backfield tandem of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, calling them the best running back duo in the NFL. That's not just high praise. That's Barry Sanders praise.
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Michigan football will be without its head coach, Sherrone Moore, for two games this upcoming season - and it's all tied to the fallout from the infamous Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal. According to multiple industry sources, including ESPN, Moore's suspension is part of a self-imposed penalty by the University of Michigan, with potential for additional NCAA discipline still on the table. The Games Moore Will MissMoore will be barred from coaching during Week 3 vs.
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detroitsportsnation.com | W.G. Brady
The Detroit Lions are expecting a lot from Terrion Arnold-and for good reason. After leading all NFL rookies in coverage snaps in 2024 and finishing second on the Lions in total defensive snaps, the former first-round pick is being groomed as a long-term solution at cornerback. With his rookie growing pains behind him, Arnold enters 2025 as a projected starter with breakout potential.
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detroitsportsnation.com | W.G. Brady
The Detroit Lions made headlines with early draft picks like Tyleik Williams and Tate Ratledge, but one of the most intriguing additions came in the seventh round: Dan Jackson, a smart, tough, and experienced safety out of Georgia. He may not have the flashy profile of earlier picks, but Jackson enters a wide-open competition for the third safety spot-and he's tailor-made for special teams. The Big PictureAt a glance, Jackson might not look like much more than a depth piece.
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detroitsportsnation.com | W.G. Brady
Start spreading the news - well, in this case, keep it right in the nation's capital. The 2027 NFL Draft is officially headed to Washington, D.C.According to multiple reports, including The Washington Post, the announcement will come from none other than President Donald Trump, with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Commanders owner Josh Harris also expected to be part of the official reveal.
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It's not the kind of headline anyone expected to see, but here we are. According to a report from ESPN, Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush, who made a name for himself at the University of Michigan before going pro, was arrested over the weekend in Pennsylvania. According to court records, Bush has been charged with simple assault and harassment, stemming from an incident on Sunday.
