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• No Resolution Yet on Vikings Final Offseason Rumor

Five months ago, the Minnesota Vikings rumor mill turned white-hot over the possibility of signing free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. […]...2025
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• Chargers CB duo tabbed among most important sophomore defenders in 2025

The Chargers double-dipped on cornerbacks in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft in hopes of quickly bolstering an important position group during Jim Harbaugh’s first season with the team. Despite having guys like Asante Samuel Jr. and Krisitian Fulton leading the group, the new coaching knew they wanted to increase the floor of […]...2025
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• 5 free-agent cornerbacks the Titans could consider signing

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images The Tennessee Titans are reportedly interested in adding a cornerback The Tennessee Titans are reportedly interested in adding a veteran cornerback in free agency, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Fowler wrote a terrific article that had a bunch of interesting nuggets in it. In addition to corner, the Titans are looking at potential backup quarterback...2025
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• 3 Hot Vikings Rumors: Jameis Winston, Asante Samuel Jr., and J.J. McCarthy’s Preseason

The Minnesota Vikings’ start of the regular season is 37 days away, a showdown in Chicago with the Bears on […]...2025
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• The death and rebirth of great defenses

Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Are we witnessing the rebirth? of defense in the NFL? The best (and some say only) way to measure a great defense is points allowed, but with the points scored going up regularly, how do you compare defenses from the 70s to defense from the 2020s? The average team scored 17.2 per game in 1977 and 24.8 points per game in 2020. Relative to 1977 that is an increase of...2025
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• NFL free agency and internal CB solutions for Browns after injury to MJ Emerson

Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images The defense has taken another hit The Cleveland Browns had high hopes of getting their defense back to an elite group after being ranked #1 just a season ago. Then, MLB Jordan Hicks retired, and now CB MJ Emerson is lost for the year with an Achilles tear. RELATED: MARTIN EMERSON INJURY UPDATE All three linebacker spots will feature a new face. At least ...2025
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• Dolphins bring back veteran CB Cornell Armstrong after Artie Burns’ season-ending injury is confirmed

Photo by Adam Hagy/Getty Images The Miami Dolphins sign former 2018 6th-round draft pick Cornell Armstrong to a one-year deal after Artie Burns' season-ending injury. The Miami Dolphins' cornerback room has remained one of the team's biggest question marks heading into the offseason, and that was before Jalen Ramsey revealed his desire to be traded. Ramsey would eventually be shipped to ...2025
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• Your Miami Dolphins Team Leaders

Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images There have been rumors for some time now that our Miami Dolphins would like to add Asante Samuel Jr. to the roster to fill one of the bigger holes on the roster. Then came the news last week that Asante’s father, Asante Samuel Sr., had criticized the Dolphins for their lack of leadership. With that in mind, I asked the following question: Do you agree with Asante...2025
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• SB Nation Reacts Results: Should the Saints sign CB Asante Samuel Jr.?

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images 89% of voters said... Earlier this week, we asked our readers to give us their thoughts if whether the New Orleans Saints should sign free agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. An overwhelming 89% of voters said yes, they want Samuel in the Black and Gold. Unfortunately, there have not been any updates yet on whether he received medical clearance fr...2025
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• Will Dolphins receivers rebound - The Splash Zone 7/10/25

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours. The Miami Dolphins may have the fastest starting duo of receivers in the NFL with Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill, but opposing defenses have found out ways to stymie this Dolphins offense. With i...2025
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• Asante Samuel Sr. says Dolphins have ‘no leadership’ amid Asante Samuel Jr. rumors

The former New England Patriots cornerback is not a fan of Chris Grier and Mike McDaniel. When a former New England Patriots player takes a shot at the Miami Dolphins, it is not typically noteworthy. Rivals in the AFC East, unless a player has played for both teams, animosity can exist between the Patriots and Dolphins. But, when that former Patriots player is also the father of a potential free a...2025
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• SB Nation Reacts Survey: Should the Saints sign CB Asante Samuel Jr.?

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images Vote in this week’s poll and let us know! With just two weeks left until the start of training camp for the New Orleans Saints, you can probably expect to see a few tweaks made to the roster and one position that many are keeping their eye on is cornerback. As you know, the Saints secondary took a few hits this past year when Marshon Lattimore was trade...2025
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• The Linc - Bryce Huff says he “wanted a trade fairly early on” after signing with the Eagles

Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 7/5/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... Bryce Huff Opens Up About Eagles Exit: ‘A Plethora of Things Went Down’ - Heavy SportsIn a July 1 interview with TheSFNiners YouTube Channel, Bryce Huff suggested he knew from very early on he wasn’t going to be a great fit in Philadelphia, and he shared some c...2025
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• What Cowboys’ recent 2nd-round picks would have looked like had Dallas used a consensus big board

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Here is who the Cowboys would have drafted in the second round of the last 9 drafts if they had gone by the consensus big board. Shortly before the 2025 NFL Draft, we published an article here on BTB looking at what the Cowboys’ recent first-round picks would have looked like had Dallas used a consensus big board. We found that with their first-round pick...2025
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• Vikings Links: Free Agency Day 23 Open Thread

Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It’s JJ or Bust! Minnesota Vikings News and Links 5 QB Takeaways: Kevin O’Connell on Confidence in J.J. McCarthy; Conversation with Aaron Rodgers O’Connell said McCarthy has heard some of the Vikings play calls “100 times now” and knows the entire protection system. “He knows why we change certain runs to run it the other way, and ...2025
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• Asante Samuel Jr. Could Become Byron Murphy Jr.’s Spiritual Successor

I’m the kind of guy who always plays the same type of character in a video game. I like to order my usual at my favorite restaurant. I’m married to the girl I’ve been with since high school. What can I say? I have a type. In that way, I feel like I can sympathize with Minnesota Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah....2025
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"Asante Samuel Jr. landing spots: Dolphins likely out after father rips franchise for having 'no backbone'"

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"Now he goes to a Chargers roster where he’ll try to take a starting spot across from Asante Samuel Jr."

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"Jackson, Asante Samuel Jr."

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"WATCH: Former Eagles Asante Samuel, LeSean McCoy say they knew Nnamdi Asomugha was free-agent bust from Day 1"

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"Asante Samuel was a two-time first-team All-Pro and a four-time Pro Bowler."

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"Former Patriots corner Asante Samuel has a hot take on the Brady-Belichick debate"

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"It was 7-6 when Asante Samuel intercepted Philip Rivers to set the Patriots up at the San Diego 24."

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"I’ll go with Asante Samuel."

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"So can Chandler Jones, Wes Welker, Asante Samuel, Vince Wilfork, Aqib Talib, Lawyer Milloy…the list goes on."

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"So were Logan Mankins, Lawyer Milloy, Asante Samuel, Moss and others over the last 14 seasons."

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• OT Josh Ball has been released by the Saints

Tim Heitman-Imagn Images Another roster spot is opened up after an interesting move. The New Orleans Saints have not been shy about making moves and acting quickly when they see an issue on the roster or an upgrade available. This could involve signing a replacement for someone no longer with the team or exploring upgrades on the open market. To make these moves, the Saints need to open up...2025
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• Dolphins bring back veteran CB Cornell Armstrong after Artie Burns’ season-ending injury is confirmed
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• Cowboys news: Dallas may have a rookie holdout from training camp

Jerome Miron-Imagn Images The latest news surrounding the Dallas Cowboys. Mailbag: Could Ezeiruaku be a holdout at camp? - Mickey Spagnola & Tommy Yarrish, DallasCowboys.com Dallas may have a rookie holdout on their hands. In light of the situation with Chargers’ second-round pick Tre Harris planning to hold out from training camp, do we have a similar situation looming with our unsigned ...2025
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• SB Nation Reacts Results: Should the Saints sign CB Asante Samuel Jr.?
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• Vikings Links: 10 Days Until Training Camp!

Photo by David Berding/Getty Images Which player are you most looking forward to watching besides JJ? I think I am looking forward to seeing Donovan Jackson the most followed by Isaiah Rodgers and Mekhi Blackmon. A dark horse player I am curious to see is defensive end/tackle Alex Williams 6’7” 291. ... The Minnesota Vikings’ 2025 training camp will begin with rookies and quarterbacks repo...2025
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• Will Dolphins receivers rebound - The Splash Zone 7/10/25
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• Asante Samuel Sr. says Dolphins have ‘no leadership’ amid Asante Samuel Jr. rumors
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• Chargers Daily Links: Tuesday Open Thread

Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images Your source for all Chargers and NFL news from around the web. Good morning, Chargers fans! You all know what to do! And now for today’s links. Chargers News: Previewing which players could step up along the defensive line during training camp (Chargers.com) Counting down the 20 most important Chargers of the 2025 season with No. 13, Tre Harris (Charge...2025
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• Fleur-de-Links, July 12: La’el Collins teases an NFL return... to the Saints?

Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Here are your daily New Orleans Saints links. Possible Saints offensive changes under Kellen Moore What personnel group changes could we see this season under the New Orleans Saints new head coach? Louisiana native La’el Collins teases an NFL return to the Saints? Collins said of the Saints, “We’ve been talking a little bit. Hopefully… You never know what could ha...2025
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• You graded the Dolphins trades and predicted the AFC East finishing position

Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images How did the fans react to the Miami Dolphins’ two trades this week? We asked and you answered. The Miami Dolphins had a busy week heading into the Independence Day weekend. While the coaches and players are enjoying the break between minicamp and the start of training camp, the front office was busy adjusting the roster. Miami made two trades during the wee...2025
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• The Linc - Bryce Huff says he “wanted a trade fairly early on” after signing with the Eagles
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• Cowboys news: How well Kenneth Murray plays could be huge in 2025

Chris Jones-Imagn Images Your Sunday morning Cowboys news. Can the Cowboys’ defense trust Kenneth Murray? - Inside the Star, Shane Taylor Under a new defensive coordinator, how much faith should the Cowboys have in newcomer Kenneth Murray? One important piece to new defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus’ defense is going to be the man wearing the green dot, and as you look at his career th...2025
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• Cowboys news: Brian Schottenheimer predicts a big year for Terence Steele

Eric Hartline-Imagn Images The latest Dallas Cowboys news Terence Steele is ‘set up to have a great year’ for Cowboys in 2025, per Brian Schottenheimer - Patrik Walker, DallasCowboys.com Maybe this is the year Terence Steele really looks like his old self. When thinking about the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive line in 2025 and beyond, the first thing that comes to mind is, well, Tyler cubed. ...2025
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• The Linc - Bryce Huff “is unlikely to be part of the Eagles’ plans for 2025”

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 5/29/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... Eagles practice observations: Bryce Huff’s absence; cornerback and safety competitions; Cooper DeJean to the outside? - InquirerBryce Huff wasn’t at practice. In fact, the defensive end hasn’t attended Eagles’ workouts this entire spring, an NFL source said. Th...2025
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• JACKSON: Dolphins have reached out to free agent CB Asante Samuel Jr.

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images The Miami Dolphins will leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of finding a suitable Jalen Ramsey replacement. June 1st is quickly approaching, which means that the Miami Dolphins and star cornerback Jalen Ramsey could be headed for a divorce sooner rather than later. Last week, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that ‘there’s more interest in Ramsey tha...2025
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• Phinsider Question Of The Day: Who Are The Leaders Edition

Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images As I am sure everyone knows by now, former NFL corner Asante Samuel Sr criticized our Miami Dolphins for their lack of leadership on the team while also taking a shot at the head coach and general manager. Kevin featured the entire story HERE. Below is his quote about the team- “The Dolphins had no reason to trade Jalen Ramsey, other th...2025
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• Asante Samuel Sr. says Dolphins have ‘no leadership’ amid Asante Samuel Jr. rumors
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• Asante Samuel Jr. landing spots: Dolphins likely out after father rips franchise for having 'no backbone'

Samuel remains one of the top NFL veterans on the free agent market...2025
• Should the Saints be concerned about their secondary?

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images New Orleans is counting on big developments from their cornerbacks. The New Orleans Saints might have a cornerback problem. Mickey Loomis decided to trade Marshon Lattimore away in the middle of the 2024 season, and while I think it was the right decision given his injury history, age and the way he played down the stretch for the Washington Commanders, i...2025
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• Cowboys news: Brian Schottenheimer predicts a big year for Terence Steele
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• The Linc - Bryce Huff “is unlikely to be part of the Eagles’ plans for 2025”
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• 5 cornerbacks not named Jalen Ramsey the Cowboys should pursue

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images The Cowboys should definitely be interested in adding a cornerback. The Dallas Cowboys have been linked to Jalen Ramsey in recent days, whether or not the rumor actually has any legs. For what it’s worth, Dallas could use a viable option to bolster their cornerback position, but Ramsey probably isn’t the answer. With that in mind, here are five players ...2025
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• Giants news, 5/14: Gabe Davis, Jaxson Dart timeline, 2025 schedule, more

Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images New York Giants headlines for Wednesday Good morning, New York Giants fans! From Big Blue View New York Giants facing toughest schedule in NFL Giants’ Abdul Carter in best position of 2025 rookies to succeed — Marc Ross Giants meeting with free agent WR Gabe Davis Predicting which New York Giants games will be in primetime in 2025 NFL Draft: 2025 New York Gia...2025
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• Chargers name final 53-man roster ahead of 2023 season opener

Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports Two undrafted free agents make the Chargers’ final 53-man roster The Chargers have officially announced their initial 53-man roster. The list comes with a handful of surprises, including the additions of two undrafted free agents in running back Elijah Dotson and safety AJ Finley. For your viewing pleasure, here’s the entire 53-man roster as reported by the ...2023
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• WATCH: Former Eagles Asante Samuel, LeSean McCoy say they knew Nnamdi Asomugha was free-agent bust from Day 1
Samuel and McCoy didn't mince words about Asomugha, who struggled mightily after signing a big deal with Philadelphia in 2011...2022
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• Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence has historically bad start to NFL playoff debut with three first-quarter picks

Lawrence puts the Jags in a hole early vs. the Chargers, while Asante Samuel Jr. intercepts the QB three times in the first half...2023
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• New research reveals Jaguars’ Doug Pederson is the most beloved coach in NFL
Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images Jacksonville’s head ball coach ranked first in “positive sentiment score” on Twitter in the past 12 months. According to new social media research, Doug Pederson is the most beloved head coach in the National Football League. The Jacksonville Jaguars’ locker room leader, offensive play-caller, and visor king received a 26.2% “positive online sentiment s...2023
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• Ex-Patriots player says Bill Belichick needs Tom Brady to be successful, but Brady doesn't need Belichick
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• Draft Thoughts and Other Musings

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Our newest writer shares his thoughts on the 2025 NFL Draft Draft Thoughts and Other Musings The Draft Well, that didn’t go as expected (at least on my end). As the 1st Round unfolded, I assumed the play was either a trade down or Georgia safety Malaki Starks. The latter seemed a natural fit for Brian Flores’ scheme. His exceptional recognition in run sup...2025
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• Cowboys news: Dallas may have a rookie holdout from training camp
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• Your Miami Dolphins Team Leaders
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• SB Nation Reacts Results: Should the Saints sign CB Asante Samuel Jr.?
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• Vikings Links: 10 Days Until Training Camp!
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• You graded the Dolphins trades and predicted the AFC East finishing position
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• The Linc - Bryce Huff “is unlikely to be part of the Eagles’ plans for 2025”
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• 5 cornerbacks not named Jalen Ramsey the Cowboys should pursue
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• JACKSON: Dolphins have reached out to free agent CB Asante Samuel Jr.
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• SCHEFTER: More Teams Interested in Trading for Dolphins CB Jalen Ramsey Than Originally Thought

Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images Could a blockbuster trade for Miami’s disgruntled cornerback happen in the coming weeks? ESPN’s Adam Schefter certainly believes so. The Miami Dolphins and All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey could be nearing a divorce in the coming weeks, and interest in the 30-year-old Super Bowl Champion could be more significant than initially thought....2025
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• Vikings Links: Free Agency Day 23 Open Thread
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• Pre-Snap Reads 3/29: Who is the most under-rated Seahawk?

Steven Bisig-Imagn Images Could it be our new WR1? In Today’s Links: mock drafts, draft previews, profiles, and all (most) of the most pertinent Seattle Seahawks information that one can possibly handle. Enjoy your Saturday. We love yall. Thanks for being here. #np Moonlight by ISTA Seahawks News Seahawks first round draft pick: Least to most-likely - Seaside JoeHow will the Seahawks us...2025
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• Vikings Links: Free Agency Day 11 Open Thread

Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images We are still waiting on the backup QB spot to be filled The signings continue to trickle in and the pickup of Rondale Moore was a nice addition to the wide receiver group. Moore turns 25 on June 9th and still has a lot of upside IMO. He is averaging 45 catches a year for 400 yards and 1 TD in his short career. He has been banged up and did not play last...2025
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