DeMeco Ryans: Jimmie Ward can play anywhere, but we’ll play him at safety

There were multiple reasons why the Texans targeted Jimmie Ward in free agency last month. One was Ward’s familiarity with new head coach DeMeco Ryans. Ryans became an assistant with the 49ers in 2017 and Ward was a member of the defense for that entire run, so Ryans said Ward qualifies as someone who knows [more]

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Hunter Long surprised, excited by trade to Rams

The trade sending cornerback Jalen Ramsey to the Dolphins led to a lot of discussion about the impact Ramsey will have on Miami’s defense and less chatter about what will happen with the other player involved in the deal. Hunter Long will now be playing tight end for the Rams after playing his first two [more]

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Bears and Vikings also made offers to David Montgomery before Lions signed him

The Lions moved quickly at the start of free agency to agree to terms with running back David Montgomery, and they may have been motivated in part to keep Montgomery away from a couple of division rivals. Montgomery also had offers to stay with the Bears or sign with the Vikings, according to Brad Biggs [more]

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Long-time Vikings scout Frank Gilliam dies at 89

Frank Gilliam, a scout with the Vikings from 1970 through 2007, has died. He was 89. The Steubenville, Ohio native became one of the first Black scouts in NFL history, per Vikings.com. He arrived when Jim Finks was the team’s General Manager and former Iowa teammate Jerry Reichow was the director of player personnel. Gilliam [more]

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Michael Burton thankful for another opportunity to play fullback in Sean Payton’s offense

Michael Burton is a fullback, and he knows that in today’s NFL, that makes him an endangered species. But Burton signed with the Broncos last month in a reunion with Sean Payton, who previously coached him in New Orleans, and he says that in Payton’s offense, fullbacks can thrive. “It’s a great opportunity just to [more]

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In a year, lawyer Joe Tacopina goes from representing Daniel Snyder to Donald Trump

As the United States legal system embarks on an unprecedented week, lawyer Joe Tacopina finds himself in the middle of history, as counsel for former president Donald Trump. Tacopina’s name should ring a bell or two for those who frequent this destination. He previously represented Commanders owner Daniel Snyder. Most recently, Tacopina’s name appeared on [more]

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George Kittle makes WrestleMania cameo, flattens the Miz during match against McAfee

Fun-loving 49ers tight end George Kittle loves the fun of pro wrestling. On Saturday night, he got directly involved. In the front row at the 39th installment of the WWE’s answer to the Super Bowl, Kittle drew the attention of a wrestler named the Miz during an impromptu match between the Miz and Pat McAfee. [more]

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