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Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield Was Better Last Season In One Key Passing Stat
Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield Was Better Last Season In One Key Passing Stat originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has completely turned his career trajectory around since arriving in town ahead of the 2023 season. Advertisement Replacing legend and seven-time Super Bowl Champion Tom Brady is no easy proposition, but Mayfield's transition in Tampa Bay has been seamless. Posting two career seasons since being signed by general manager Jason Licht, Mayfield has helped the Bucs to a record-tying four straight NFC South titles and five playoff appearances in a row. But last season, we saw a part of Baker's game improve that might not have been anticipated. Pro Football Focus measured each quarterback's release rate last season, and Mayfield proved to have the third-most attempts in the league in releasing the ball in under 2.5 seconds. "Baker Mayfield's transition in Tampa Bay is a prime example, as his time to throw has decreased over the past two seasons compared to his previous three, resulting in increased production," Mason Cameron wrote. "This past season, Mayfield recorded 335 attempts in under 2.5 seconds — more than in any season he played outside of Tampa. He posted an 85.8% adjusted completion percentage and 29 touchdowns on such plays in 2024, both of which led the NFL." Advertisement Mayfield has been named to the Pro Bowl for the first and second times in his career since joining the Bucs. In 2023, he posted career highs in yards (4,044), touchdowns (28) and completion percentage (64.3). That earned him a three-year, $100 million deal from Licht and the team, and last season, he bested those career numbers by a lot with 4,500 yards, 41 touchdowns and a 71.4 completion percentage. Baker has built on the previous year each season with the Bucs, and that trend could continue in 2025. Related: Buccaneers' Pass Catcher Predicted 'League-Winning WR' in Fantasy Football Related: Analyst Names Buccaneers Third-Round Pick as Potential Cut Candidate This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Former Steeler Has Bold Take Regarding Aaron Rodgers
Former Steeler Has Bold Take Regarding Aaron Rodgers originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Pittsburgh Steelers have a brand new quarterback in all-time great Aaron Rodgers. But some do not know exactly what to expect from the 41-year-old field general. Advertisement One former Steeler thinks the team could resort to drastic measures if things are not going according to plan. On a recent episode of Nightcap, franchise legend James Harrison said that the team should think about cutting Rodgers and giving some opportunities to their other guys if things are not going well around midseason. "I think they can make it work if they're winning," Harrison said, "If they start losing and it's looking like they're not gonna make above .500, I think it gets real ugly, real fast. To the point where they may just be like, 'you know what, let's let this dude go midseason. For Aaron, let's just get him outta here and put one of these other quarterbacks in.'" Rodgers had one of the more disappointing years of his career this past season with the New York Jets. As a result, some have questioned if he still has it, but his stats were not as bad as one would expect. Advertisement He still racked up 3,897 passing yards and 28 touchdowns on 63 percent completion. He did have 11 interceptions, but that was still not too bad compared to the rest of the league. Rodgers has stated that the 2025 season may very well be his last season in the league, so he will be looking to prove the doubters wrong and leave his mark with the legendary AFC North franchise. Related: New-Look Steelers Improve Slightly in Latest Record Predictions Related: ESPN Pushes Steelers to Replace Aaron Rodgers in AFC QB Trade This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
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To catch up on this "beef,'' Tyreek Hill has played against the Bills 12 total times in his career - regular season and playoffs - as a member of the Chiefs and Dolphins. And it hasn't gone well.
To catch up on this "beef,'' Tyreek Hill has played against the Bills 12 total times in his career - regular season and playoffs - as a member of the Chiefs and Dolphins. And it hasn't gone well. originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Folks who watch Tyreek Hill and his notable behavior who aren't fans of his team often have a question that goes something like this ... Advertisement "What is that guy thinking?'' And now Buffalo Bills Mafia can form an answer ... "He's not.'' Hill, a nine-year NFL veteran who is among the fastest and most gifted players of his generation, is for some reason appearing in a video is going viral that shows him hanging out in a limousine with some YouTube personalities and going off on a NSFW rant about his rivalry with the Bills and their fans. "I don't (expletive) with the Bills," Hill said in his foul-mouthed monologue. "When I used to play in Kansas City bruh, it was always (expletive) the Bills every time we played against them. And we (expletive) them up every time. Advertisement "But in Miami it's the same thing too though, but like 10 times harder. It's (expletive) the Bills all day. All they wanna do is jump through (expletive) tables 'cause they got (expletive) CTE. Stupid (expletive) fans." Let's break this down in two ways ... One, to Bills Mafia: Here's betting you will take Tyreek's comments as compliments. Yes, you "jump through tables'' and you will likely have even more motivation to be rowdier than ever this tailgate season when Tyreek's Miami Dolphins come to town. And two, to the assertion that Hill's teams handle the Bills "every time.'' Advertisement Umm, not exactly. Hill has played against the Bills 12 total times in his career - regular season and playoffs - as a member of the Chiefs and now the Dolphins. In total, he has had 72 catches for 861 yards and three touchdowns in those meetings. That averages to about six catches, 72 yards and 0.25 touchdowns per matchup. Those numbers don't scream dominance ... but his Chiefs did have the upper hand in the playoffs during their Super Bowl reign ... slightly. In total, though, Hill is just 4-8 against the Bills in his career overall. And Hill's Dolphins have also lost the last six games they've played against the Bills from 2022-2024. Advertisement The Bills will square off with Hill and the Dolphins in Buffalo in Week 3 on Thursday Night Football and in Miami in Week 10 this season. Easy predictions? Tyreek will be an underdog again. And Bills Mafia will jump through tables again. Related: Josh Allen's Bills Rank As Top-3 Super Bowl Contender This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Jets' Aaron Glenn Reveals 'We're Built For This' Message to Locker Room
Jets' Aaron Glenn Reveals 'We're Built For This' Message to Locker Room originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Jets can now begin to move through their offseason work after the hiring of Aaron Glenn as head coach and Darren Mougey as general manager. Advertisement Now that those two key decisions have been made, attention turns to the roster and who will stay and go as Glenn and Mougey look to shape this team in their image and bring success back to the AFC East franchise. With Glenn speaking at his introductory press conference, one thing stands out about the new Jets head coach - he's ready for the fight. "Put your seat belts on and get ready for the ride, put your seat belts on, and get ready for the ride," Glenn said. "Listen, there are going to be some challenges, but with challenges becomes opportunity, but here's what I do know, we're the freaking New York Jets, we're built for this (expletive)." New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn© Kimberly P. Mitchell / USA TODAY NETWORK Those are powerful words, Mr. Glenn. Advertisement Given how poorly the team fared both on and off the field last season, some don't think this will be a quick turnaround, but make no mistake, Glenn is ready to roll up his sleeves and get to work alongside Mougey. Will there be challenges? Sure. But Glenn is determined to be all gas, no brakes as he attempts to steer this embattled ship to calmer waters. Related: Darren Mougey Facing 2 Big Jets Decisions It won't happen overnight, as there are a host of decisions that the Jets must get right, but with Glenn now steering this ship, it feels like they have a chance to build something. Now, will Glenn be a success? It's too early to tell, but you can make sure he won't rest until the job is done. Why? Because he's built for this. Related: Rodgers and Glenn Double-Move Idea Gets Jets Update This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Viktor Gyokeres 'officially rejects' Manchester United as Arsenal 'prepare second bid'
Viktor Gyokeres has "officially" rejected Manchester United and a reunion with former Sporting head coach Ruben Amorim, after Arsenal reportedly made their interest clear. That's according to Portuguese outlet Record, who report on Saturday morning that United have been made aware of Gyokeres' decision to snub a move to Old Trafford after talks with the player's agents. Advertisement LIVE BLOG: All the latest transfer news and rumours With Sporting demanding at least €70million (£59.6m) to begin negotiations over a fee, Record express doubts United could afford to sign Gyokeres ahead of the likes of Arsenal. United have already spent £62.5m on Matheus Cunha and hope to also add Bryan Mbeumo, who could cost even more with Tottenham now in the mix. 'The footballer's agents have officially told Ruben Amorim's club that he is no longer an option for the striker,' Record reports. 'United made several contacts over the last week, as we wrote, but with Arsenal's advance, this possibility lost strength and, in the last few hours, it has fallen away completely. (London Standard) 'The Red Devils made an offer to the Swede but did not present arguments capable of convincing him. Gyökeres prefers Arsenal, who are preparing a second offer, after Sporting rejected 55+10. Advertisement 'Although they had not completely ruled out United up until this stage, the player's representatives never considered the Manchester club as a priority option.' Arsenal are now thought to be clear favourites to sign Gyokeres, though the club retain interest in Benjamin Sesko for their vacant striker spot. The Gunners and RB Leipzig have been in talks for some time over a deal before reports of a rejected bid for Gyokeres emerged. A second bid is now reportedly incoming from Arsenal.
