The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kansas City Chiefs</a> are not having their best season. If the NFL ended today, Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid would be out of the postseason. However, as they are resting and reassessing during their bye week, the team announced a return to the fan favorite on Christmas Day.



First of, Chirstmas Day at Arrowhead is always a beloved thing. This year, they will host divisional rivals <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-broncos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Broncos</a> (8-2) and the team announced that this will mark the return of a fan favorite. 



In the words of Chiefs president Mark Donovan, “It’s exciting to once again be part of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>’s Christmas Day lineup and to celebrate this special time of year with our fans. With the return of Kingdom’s Greetings and a full slate of marquee matchups across November and December, we’re proud to create experiences that bring our community together and showcase the spirit of Chiefs Kingdom.”



<h2>Kingdom Greetings is something every Chiefs fan loves</h2>



The immersive holiday pop-up bar will run from November 28 all the way through December 28. It will open from Thursdays to Sundays weekly in a 5:00pm to 11:00pm schedule. 



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The goal of Kingdom’s Greetings is to “make the world’s loudest stadium transform into a cozy winter wonderland by making spirits bright with Santa-approved food and drinks in souvenir cups, festive photo opportunities, and scenic views.” If you are near Arrowhead and have 21 or more years of age, be sure to visit a one-of-a-kind experience.


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<h2>Kingdom’s Greetings must bring good vibes for the Chiefs</h2>



With a 5-4 record, the Chiefs are third in the AFC West below the Broncos and Chargers (6-3). In the AFC, the Chiefs are eighth so they are just one position below a playoff berth.



Hence, the Chiefs really don’t have much room for error. Andy Reid and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Mahomes</a> are not used to be in this position. Hence, it will be a new thing to see them play with this pressure on their shoulders.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a> grew up as a big fan of the San Francisco 49ers. That’s why, after winning the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> six times with the Patriots and another with the Buccaneers, the legendary quarterback admitted it hurt him deeply that the team he loved didn’t consider him and instead chose another player at his position in the 2000 NFL Draft. It all happened during an interview with Fox.



“You know, my allegiance to the 49ers left when they skipped over me six times in the 2000 Draft. So, every time I wanted to play the 49ers, I just wanted to make sure that the coaches who were out there at the time, you chose a goat farmer (Giovanni Carmazzi) over me. I never forgot that.”



In the end, Bill Belichick and the Patriots selected Brady in the sixth round, and the rest is history. New England became the winningest franchise in the NFL, tying the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a>, while the 49ers haven’t won a championship in more than three decades.



<h2>What was Tom Brady’s draft pick?</h2>



Tom Brady was the 199th overall pick in the 2000 Draft, a decision that forever changed the history of the NFL. Months later, taking advantage of an injury to Drew Bledsoe, the young prospect from Michigan took the league by storm, becoming the greatest player of all time.


 

 


The legend noted that the fact 31 teams didn’t see him as a franchise quarterback motivated him throughout his entire career. Brady also always kept in mind that even the Patriots took their time before drafting him.



“I will say they all passed over me six times and in fact the Patriots passed over me five times. So, they were just one less than everybody else which is, you know, that’s okay. It all worked out. There were not a lot of people clamoring for my ability to go out there and play quarterback for them.”


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It’s well documented that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers</a>‘ quarterback Aaron Rodgers is an out-of-the-box thinker. He is just different than your usual NFL player. Also well documented it’s the fact that Mike Tomlin runs a tight locker room. Unity is all. However, that ended up causing one of the weirdest moments for the quarterback in his short stint with the team.



All Pro defensive end and team leader Cam Heyward invited<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Rodgers</a> to his house for a team-bonding event. Or that’s what Rodgers thought. The QB thought it was going to be a fun time so he surely agreed to go. However, as soon as he arrived into Heyward’s house, he was dumbfounded. No one else attended. It was just him, Heyward and Tron: Ares playing on the screen.



“Cam invited me to a movie night a while back and said it was a big team function. I showed up, I was the only player there. On a Tuesday night, too, which is like, we’ve got an early Wednesday morning, the quarterbacks, with our meeting with Mike,” Rodgers said. “So I was like, ‘Fine, I love team-bonding, chemistry stuff.’ I show up, I see him and his son. … I’m like, ‘Alright, cool,’ I’m looking around, I go, ‘Where’s everybody at?’.“



<h2>Heyward had to clear the air</h2>



In the middle of laughter, Heyward had to clarify what happened. According to Heyward, his movie nights are usually big-time events, with plenty of teammates. It just so happened that this time, only Rodgers showed up!



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“I invited everybody. It was just (that) he (was the only one who) showed up. He didn’t show up for the next one, but other players did. I find movies throughout the year that guys wanna see, and they come when they can,” said Heyward. “It kinda threw him for a loop.”


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<h2>Rodgers is glad to have Heyward as teammate</h2>



“I really appreciate his leadership,” Rodgers said. “He’s a guy who knows how to use his voice at the right times. His play has been stellar.” Both Rodgers and Heyward are the only names on the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike Tomlin</a>‘s roster born in the 1980s.



Rodgers also said, “He’s a steady guy. I like to razz him from time to time because I’m a little more, maybe chipper, would you say, in the mornings than he is. But I’m really fortunate to play with Cam Heyward.”

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-kelce">Travis Kelce</a> is aware that, with a 5-4 record after a loss against the Buffalo Bills, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> have fallen behind in the race for home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.



That’s why, during his New Heights podcast, the tight end made it clear that they can’t think long-term when they’re currently the No. 8 seed in the AFC, outside the playoff picture.



“At this point, it’s got to be one week at a time. You can’t be thinking about trying to get home field this, home field that. Obviously, you set goals out in the beginning of the season to win the division, win the conference, get that home field advantage, make everyone have to come through Arrowhead, but, right now, it’s just not that.”



<h2>Are Chiefs out of the playoffs?</h2>



Yes, the Chiefs are currently out of the playoffs. Their first objective is undoubtedly to catch up with the Denver Broncos, who lead the AFC West. The gap between them is two games, but they haven’t faced each other this season.


 

 


As a consequence of that scenario, Kelce doesn’t have the No. 1 seed on his mind. On the contrary, all the focus is on the blockbuster Week 11 game against the Broncos on the road, where a loss could leave them with no chance to fight for the division.



“I’m not thinking about that (home-field advantage). I’m thinking about how are we going to beat the Denver Broncos. That’s going to be on my mind for the next two weeks.”


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> and the Las Vegas Raiders are looking for a quarterback. Albeit for many different reasons, but the latest reports might put both teams in a head to head race to sign the same man to have under center. This comes amid the possible retirement of Aaron Rodgers once the season ends.



According to Bleacher Report’s Moe Moton, both <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Raiders</a> and Steelers could be looking to get Cardinals’ QB Kyler Murray on their roster. Pet Moton, this trade could involve “multiple future first-rounders.”



While the Steelers don’t have trouble now with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aaron Rodgers</a>, the fact that Rodgers could very well be on the last year of his career might put Pittsburgh on the QB market. For the Raiders, they tried to upgrade their QB play with Geno Smith but his form has been incredibly underwhelming. Therefore, they could go and get a more polished -and younger- signal-caller in Murray.



<h2>Will Murray be an upgrade on the current situations?</h2>



For Pittsburgh, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kyler-murray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Murray</a> would bring mobility and speed to the position. However, Rodgers’ ability to extend plays with pocket presence and his arm will be lost. Murray has a decent arm on him, and even if accurate, when compared to Rodgers, it would feel like a slight downgrade.



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In the Raiders case, while Murray could use his legs to keep plays alive, the team must solve the offensive line issues first. Murray is an undersized quarterback, so if the Raiders let him get hit, he could easily suffer injuries or make mistakes for being under pressure.


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<h2>Murray is an intriguing option</h2>



A former first overall pick, Murray’s raw talent is not in question. However, his injury history and his focus are arguably his biggest weaknesses. Murray is also small, but he has managed to escape his size issue with his mobility.



Right now, Murray is on IR with a foot injury, so that’s something worth monitoring as well. For both teams, it would mean a drastic change of pace and style on what they currently have.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> have a 5-3 record after an impressive 27-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts. Mike Tomlin’s team avoided a three-game losing streak and maintained their two-game lead over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC North.



After two weeks of heavy criticism, the defense finally bounced back, forcing six turnovers and, perhaps most importantly, stopping running back Jonathan Taylor, who is a candidate for the MVP award.



Meanwhile, Rodgers has proven that he can lead Pittsburgh to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> despite being 41 years old. His numbers are very solid, with 1,692 yards, 17 touchdowns, and only five interceptions. Few mistakes could be exactly the formula for success.



<h2>Aaron Rodgers talks about Steelers’ wide receivers not getting targets</h2>



Despite the good results, Aaron Rodgers has faced some criticism from reporters and insiders in Pittsburgh for not giving his wide receivers enough targets. In fact, the quarterback has had to rely on tight ends like Darnell Washington, Pat Freiermuth, and Jonnu Smith to keep the offense rolling.


 

 


This week, before the game against the Chargers, Rodgers was once again asked about the issue, and the quarterback’s response was straightforward. If any wide receiver has a problem, they can talk to him about it.



“I welcome those conversations. I do. You know, if somebody wants more targets, I welcome the conversation, but, I usually say: ‘Let’s watch the film. Let’s talk about football.’ I mean, I love doing that. I think what young players learn is that practive is very important. When you show it week in and week out in practice, it gives a quarterback a lot of confidence to come your way with the football. Throw it to the open guy. So, whoever gets open, usually gets the opportunities.”


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seattle Seahawks</a> were the perfect example of “the rich got richer” ahead of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> trade deadline. The NFC West franchise, already sitting at 6-2, added a terrific wide receiver to a room that already had Jaxon Smith-Njigba, one of the best players in his position, and the veteran Cooper Kupp.&nbsp;



Quarterback Sam Darnold received one more weapon to terrorize opposing offenses: Rashid Shaheed. The receiver arrived from New Orleans, as he was one of several potential trade chips for the Saints. In nine games this season, Shaheed has posted 44 receptions for 499 yards and two touchdowns. 



The four-year veteran is on track to record his best season in the league, and the Seahawks are excited to see him on the field. According to the Weber State product, fans should get used to seeing him at Lumen Field.



<h2>Rashid Shaheed details plans with Seahawks&nbsp;</h2>



Shaheed made it clear he wants to stay in Seattle as soon as he landed in the city.&nbsp;



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“I’m here to stay, man. We can figure something out after the season end,” he said on Wednesday, via FOX13 Seattle.



Shaheed will be an unrestricted free agent after this campaign. However, he’s not planning to go somewhere else anytime soon.&nbsp;



Reuniting with former Saints offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak might have played a role in Shaheed’s desire to stay with the Seahawks.&nbsp;



“Super glad to be connected back with him,” Shaheed said of his reunion with Kubiak. “He’s familiar with me. He knows my strengths, and I know what his mindset is going into games. And you know, shouldn’t be too hard to get acclimated with him, just find my role in the offense.”



Seattle added more firepower to an offense that plays at a high level. They could be really dangerous if all the pieces click and Sam Darnold continues to shine under center.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks </a>have taken their game to the next level in the 2025 NFL season. The NFC West team is one of the best stories this campaign, posting a 6-2 record after nine weeks and co-leading the division with the Los Angeles Rams.&nbsp;



Sam Darnold has proven doubters wrong again, going 152 of 216 for 2,084 yards and 16 touchdowns against five interceptions. Darnold demonstrated that last year wasn’t a fluke and he’s ready to lead the Seahawks to the playoffs in his first season with the franchise.&nbsp;



He found a solid partner in Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who is having his breakout season in his third year in the league. JSN has been targeted 79 times, catching 58 passes for 948 yards and four touchdowns. The addition of Rashid Shaheed should take them to the next level in the second half of the season.&nbsp;



<h2>Former player says Jaxon Smith-Njigba is this year’s MVP&nbsp;</h2>



During Thursday’s edition of ESPN’s “Get Up,” former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>wide receiver Andrew Hawkins picked Smith-Njigba as this season’s MVP, noting that nobody else was dominating like the third-year player.&nbsp;



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“Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the actual MVP of the National Football League,” Hawkins said. “We can make all the mental gymnastic you want to about the quarterback, but nobody’s really dominated, that’s why everyone has an opinion. The person who’s dominating is JSN. He’s averaging 180 yards per game. Last year, he had 1,100 yards, he has (949) in eight games. Last thing I’ll say, 4.6 yards per route. Had Calvin Johnson done that in 2012 when he broke the receiving record, he would have had 3,503 yards that season.”



Other players such as Jonathan Taylor, Daniel Jones, Drake Maye, and even Darnold have posted intriguing numbers, too. Smith-Njigba is playing at a high level, and he will probably get more MVP buzz if he maintains this level.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> bolstered their ranks at Tuesday’s trade deadline. While sitting at 7-2, the AFC South team wasn’t content with the state of their defense, and went out to land a remarkable cornerback.



The Colts landed Sauce Gardner from the New York Jets in exchange for their 2026 and 2027 first-round picks and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell. Head coach Shane Steichen revealed that Gardner was in concussion protocol since he was still with the Jets, but the defender is expected to play on Sunday.&nbsp;



Indianapolis will travel to Berlin to take on the Atlanta Falcons, a team eager to turn its season around amid a campaign full of inconsistency. This move was big for the Colts, as it sent a clear message to the rest of the league.&nbsp;



<h2>Raheem Morris talks Sauce Gardner’s move to Indianapolis&nbsp;</h2>



On Friday, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris talked about the addition of Gardner, who is set to make his debut against Atlanta in Berlin. Morris admitted that Gardner’s presence will impact his team’s game plan.&nbsp;



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“It’s definitely going to affect some things we are going to do,” Morris said, per Josh Kendall of The Athletic.&nbsp;



The coach is well aware of the Colts’ well-rounded offense, which can hurt teams on air and on the ground. Morris made it clear that they will try not to give them chances to play their game.



“We got to find a way to make them one dimensional,” he added.&nbsp;



The Colts are on a roll, and the Falcons are looking to bounce back after three consecutive losses. This should be an entertaining duel, as both teams have extra motivation to win.&nbsp;

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Daniel Jones has become one of the most inspiring stories of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season, where he has taken the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Indianapolis Colts</a> from the bottom of the AFC to the top spot in the conference.&nbsp;



After nine weeks, the Colts boast a 7-2 record (tied for the best record in the league), with Jones playing at an MVP level, revitalizing his career after a tumultuous tenure with the New York Giants.&nbsp;



Jones’ performances have turned a lot of heads, and the Colts have taken note of that. They are reportedly planning to keep the veteran on the roster for the long run and officially move on from Anthony Richardson, who was expected to become the team’s franchise quarterback before Jones showed up.&nbsp;



<h2>Eli Manning praises Daniel Jones amid remarkable season with Colts</h2>



During Thursday’s edition of “Up &amp; Adams,” Giants all-time great Eli Manning shared his thoughts about Jones’ season and the rumored contract extension he would sign. While he recalled Jones took his job in New York, he lauded the quarterback for his work ethic.



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“Just excited for Daniel. As I said, no one deserves it more, or has worked harder, and he did it from day one,” Manning began. “If you’re gonna lose your job to someone like I did [Jones took Manning’s starting spot with the Giants in 2019], at least it’s to someone that’s coming in and working really hard and earned the right, and prepared and studied.”



The Colts look like potential contenders this season. They made a big move ahead of the trade deadline, trading for star cornerback Sauce Gardner to improve their defense. They need to cash in on their big campaign and bring help to Jones if they want to win this season.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>‘ turnaround from the 2024 NFL season has been remarkable. Mike Vrabel took over as head coach after a tumultuous season under Jerod Mayo, taking the team to the top of its division and the conference.



At 7-2, the Patriots share the top of the AFC with the Indianapolis Colts, but they’re not stopping there. Drake Maye’s second season with the team has been nothing but remarkable, as the former North Carolina quarterback has gone 189 of 255 for 2,285 yards and 17 touchdowns against four interceptions.&nbsp;



This team has made fans dream about much more than a playoff berth, and one of its former stars believes they are on the right track to compete for a championship.&nbsp;



<h2>Rob Gronkowski hypes up Patriots’ Super Bowl chances amid 7-2 season&nbsp;</h2>



During Wednesday’s edition of Kay Adams’ “Up &amp; Adams” show, legendary tight end Rob Gronkowski made his thoughts clear on the Patriots’ chances to go all the way to the Super Bowl. The four-time champion sees the Pats’ roster as one that can achieve the goal.&nbsp;



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“I truly believe that half of the rosters in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> have the potential to make it to the Super Bowl if those teams come together,” Gronkowski said. “Everyone needs to be on the same page, and the Patriots are one of those teams with a roster that can achieve this. In the end, it’s all about staying healthy, playing your best football, getting everything together, and ensuring that everyone is on the same page.”



The competition won’t be easy, but New England has shown it can compete against anybody. Halfway through the season, they look as good as anybody, but they need to maintain the level to arrive in the postseason with real chances to win it all.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sauce-gardner" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sauce Gardner</a> has joined the Indianapolis Colts for the remainder of the 2025 NFL season. Now, the cornerback has taken a subtle jab at the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Jets</a> following his arrival to the AFC South club.



On Tuesday, the entire NFL world was stunned when the Jets made a blockbuster move by trading Sauce Gardner to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Colts</a>. The cornerback later revealed that he wanted to finally play for a winning team. A message for the Jets?



“Please let it be my ideal situation,” Sauce Gardner told GM Darren Mougey when he knew he was being traded, via Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan. “I don’t want to go to a losing team. I don’t want to go to a team on the other side of the world.”



<h2>Who won the trade between the Jets and the Colts?</h2>



The Colts sent two first-round picks to the Jets in exchange for Sauce Gardner. The talented cornerback appeared to have been held back by the Jets’ struggles in recent seasons.



A former first-round pick himself, Gardner had an outstanding rookie campaign in 2022. However, he has since struggled to consistently meet the high expectations that came with his debut season.



For many fans, the Colts may have given up too much to acquire Gardner. While Indianapolis needed to strengthen its secondary, the cornerback’s recent form has made some question whether the team paid too steep a price.


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Gardner was still one of the Jets’ best players, so joining a current contender like the Colts could allow his skills to shine again. However, if he fails to deliver at the expected level, many fans will begin to question whether Indianapolis made the right move.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Mike Tomlin</a> and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> have had very active days after the NFL trade deadline. Although they didn’t make any big splashes to acquire players, they have shaken up their roster quite a bit in an effort to strengthen the team.



Pittsburgh signed wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad and released defensive end K.J. Henry, wide receiver John Rhys Plumlee, and cornerback Beanie Bishop.



Additionally, in the coming days, Asante Samuel Jr. is scheduled to visit the Steelers after receiving medical clearance, in what could be a key addition as they aim to remain <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> contenders.



<h2>Who did the Pittsburgh Steelers let go?</h2>



The Pittsburgh Steelers confirmed that they have waived DeMarvin Leal. The defensive end was a third-round pick in the 2022 draft (84th overall). However, he practically saw no action with the team over three years.


 

 


<h2>Who did Pittsburgh Steelers sign?</h2>



The reciprocal move was signing Brodric Martin off the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice squad. The defensive tackle was drafted in the third round of the 2023 draft by the Detroit Lions, and the Steelers have already confirmed his arrival.


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Steelers part ways with former third-round draft pick

Mike Tomlin and Steelers part ways with former third-round draft pick

Ahead of the NFL trade deadline, Jaelan Phillips went to bed as a member of the 2-7 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/miami-dolphins" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Miami Dolphins</a>. However, the next morning he was treated to the news of his trade to the 6-2 Philadelphia Eagles. Personal relationships and emotions aside, the move was all a young star like Phillips could ask for.



Now, Phillips is acclimating to a whole other world in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/philadelphia-eagles" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Philadelphia</a>. There may not be more contrasting cultures than the differences between the Dolphins and Eagles. As the former first-round selection by Miami entered his new locker room in South Philly, he couldn’t hide his emotion. For the first time since transferring from UCLA to the University of Miami in 2019, Phillips will call somewhere other than Vice City home.



Phillips’ name had been circulating in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> rumor mill all season long. Playing through the final year of his $14 million rookie contract with the Dolphins, the California-native will now finish out his deal with the Eagles. If he remains unsigned beyond the 2025 NFL season, he will become an unrestricted free agent (UFA). Based on his early impressions of Philadelphia, he may not want to play for any other organization.



“I thought I was excited day one. I mean, talk to me now. This is literally the greatest thing that’s happened to me my whole life,” Phillips told reporters on his arrival in Philadelphia. 



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<h2>Over Vice City</h2>



Most players say the day they are drafted into the league is the best day in their lives. However, Phillips didn’t stutter when placing the trade to the Eagles over the day the Dolphins selected him with the 18th overall selection in the 2021 NFL Draft.


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“It’s just awesome, the guys are awesome, everybody is super welcoming. I love the environment here, I love the vibes. The city of Philly’s given me a very warm welcome,” Phillips admitted. “I got about 20 times the amount of Instagram likes I ever got on a post before from Philly fans. So, shoutout to y’all. It’s been great so far. I love the weather, the locker room, everything is awesome.”



Phillips didn’t exactly name the Dolphins, but he didn’t need to do so for the message to be sent. Regardless, it was heard loud and clear in the Sunshine State. Underneath the praise to Philadelphia, it’s impossible to overlook the subtle exclamation points aiming at his time in Miami. 



<h2>Fresh start, familiar face</h2>



Phillips found himself in an organization that has seemingly lost its North, whose compass has been shattered to fragments, and is left on its own to wander toward an inevitable doomsday in the 2025 NFL season. 



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Jaelan Phillips vs Lane Johnson. Phillips counters inside to beat the jump set &amp; uses great play strength/reach to work through a hold, keep Hurts from throwing the ball &amp; gets the sack! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/passrush?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#passrush</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/dolphins?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#dolphins</a> <a href="https://t.co/xEnmX9tI8b">pic.twitter.com/xEnmX9tI8b</a>— DLineVids (@dlinevids1) <a href="https://twitter.com/dlinevids1/status/1716278202845540833?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 23, 2023</a></blockquote></div> 



Whether the Dolphins can put together the broken pieces in the upcoming offseason remains to be answered, but Phillips won’t be around to find out for himself. Instead, his sight is now fixed on chasing the Vince Lombardi Trophy with the Eagles. 



To add insult to injury for Miami, Phillips is now reuniting with defensive coordinator Vic Fangio in the City of Brotherly Love. The same defensive mastermind who was run out of Miami Gardens because players were reluctant to play under his system, rules, and idiosyncrasies, is now coaching perhaps the best defensive draft selection the Phins have made in a very long time—just not in the 305.

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Jaelan Phillips drops bold admission on trade to Eagles with subtle shot at Dolphins

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-giants" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Giants</a> are trying to salvage their season and at this point, every new thing could be welcomed. As they prepare for a game against the Chicago Bears, head coach Brian Daboll might use a new name to help them win the game alongside quarterback Jaxson Dart.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brian-daboll" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daboll</a> said on Thursday that the team is getting kicker Younghoe Koo ready to be the kicker against the Bears. Why? Other kicker Graham Gano is dealing with a neck injury and hasn’t practiced in the week so far.



Gano missed four games already due to a groin injury. However, the Giants used Jude McAtamney instead of Koo back in those games. McAtamney was waived by the team as he missed two extra points against Denver. 



<h2>Koo will play for the first time since Week 1 </h2>



Koo was one of the best kickers in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. He was an absolute menace for the Falcons from 2020 to 2023. However, he started dipping in 2024 and after a Week 1 debacle this season, the Falcons cut him.



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Still, Koo is arguably more reliable than 80% of the kickers in the NFL. The fact that no one gave him a chance prior is really strange, but Koo can prove doubters wrong with a good performance.


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<h2>The Giants need a good kicker</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-bears" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bears</a> have won three one-possession games this year. Thanks in part to having a good kicker. The Giants has lost three games by 10 or less points. Kickers are the difference.



Gano has been good, scoring nine out of 10 field goals. However, his injuries have cost him games and of course, affected the Giants. Koo could easily become the starting kicker if he stays healthy and proves himself as a reliable weapon.

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