How did running back Le’veon Bell celebrate his four-year, $52.5 million contract with the New York Jets? By holding a party last weekend in Miami to celebrate his new album release.TMZ has exclusive video of the party, which you can see here.Per TMZ:Bell hit up Rockwell Nightclub in Miami Beach Saturday to perform songs from his new rap album, “Life’s a Gamble” -- and the place went crazy for him. Among the songs he performed was “Free at Last” -- where he talks about his drama with the Pittsburg Steelers. One of the lyrics includes, “I’m gonna make them open up their safes. I’m just doin’ what I gotta do to get me paid.” Poll results: Are Le’Veon Bell, C.J. Mosley signings enough to make Jets a playoff team in 2019? The New York Jets pulled off two huge signings, landing running back Le'Veon Bell and linebacker C.J. Mosley. Bell signed as a free agent last week with the Jets, following six seasons with the … [Read more...] about Le’Veon Bell parties in Miami after signing 4-year deal with Jets
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Flyers-Penguins observations: Philly finally contains Sidney Crosby
“I knew there was time left,” Couturier said, adding he was more worried about a lurking Crosby than the clock. “I had my back turned to the play, and you never know. Crosby could have just … went the other way, but I got the chip by him and got a good goal there.” … [Read more...] about Flyers-Penguins observations: Philly finally contains Sidney Crosby
NFL free agency: Giants interested in Vinny Curry
The Giants could be in the mix for former Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Vinny Curry, after trading pass rushing outside linebacker Olivier Vernon to the Cleveland Browns last week. Curry, 30, spent the first six years of his career with the Eagles prior to signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a free agent last season. A seven-year veteran, Curry has 24.5 sacks with 152 total tackles in 96 games.Last season, Curry was slowed by a knee injury that kept him out of four games. In 12 games with the Buccaneers, Curry logged 21 tackles and 2.5 sacks.He was released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers earlier this offseason, after signing a three-year, $23 million contract with the Buccaneers last year.In addition to his ability to get after the quarterback, Curry is also above average against the run and could thrive as a rotational player. NFL free agency: What is WR Sterling Shepard’s future with Giants? Looking at clues from this offseason New York Giants wide receiver … [Read more...] about NFL free agency: Giants interested in Vinny Curry
Texas A&M commitment Major Burns
Another camp, another award.That’s been the m.o. for Madison Prep’s Major Burns this year. The 2020 Texas A&M committed cornerback earned an invite to the Opening last weekend after showing well in drills. On Saturday, he earned an invite to the Under Armour All-America Game after dominating opposing receivers particularly in 1-on-1s.“1-on-1s is the biggest part of any camp,” Burns said. “So, I just want to make sure that I showed out and showed that I am official on my island.” Burns said his goal has been to show that he is the best at every camp and feels like he’s done a good job of doing that.He’s definitely shown why Texas A&M was so happy to land his commitment earlier this year.Burns gave the Aggies his pledge after visiting College Station in February.“A&M made me feel like I was at home and I just feel like they gave me a great opportunity at life…outside of football,” he said. “I feel like … [Read more...] about Texas A&M commitment Major Burns
How many Browns will earn 2020 Pro Bowl selections? (poll)
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Browns are expected to be a popular pick to win the AFC North in 2019. They’ve already caught the eye of Las Vegas oddsmakers, vaulting all the way to the fifth-best odds of winning Super Bowl LIV. While those are ways to measure the success of the Browns’ moves to acquire Odell Beckham Jr., Sheldon Richardson and Olivier Vernon, another measure will happen late in the 2019 season. Pro Bowl selections can sometimes be a misleading symbol of success. For example, the Browns had six players selected for the 2014 Pro Bowl (Jordan Cameron, Josh Gordon, Joe Haden, Alex Mack, Joe Thomas, J.T. Ward). That was the second-most in the AFC that year. And it came following a 4-12 season.But individually, a Pro Bowl selection still carries some weight. Last season, Denzel Ward earned a selection as a rookie, joining Myles Garrett, Jarvis Landry and Joel Bitonio.Will the Browns have more in 2020?Let’s consider players actually voted into the Pro Bowl, … [Read more...] about How many Browns will earn 2020 Pro Bowl selections? (poll)