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NFC North Notes: Bears, CJGJ, Vikings

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The last time an NFL team used a franchise tag on a cornerback, the Bears were planning a Jay Cutler-to-Mike Glennon QB transition. Occurring back in 2017, Rams’ second Trumaine Johnson tag remains the most recent instance of a team tagging a corner. Mentioned as a possibility here when the Bears let Jaylon Johnson seek a trade, the contract-year defender being tagged adds up … [Read more...] about NFC North Notes: Bears, CJGJ, Vikings

Bill Belichick-Patriots Separation Likely To Take Weeks To Finalize

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The expectation around the NFL still points to the Patriots having a non-Bill Belichick HC for the first time since 1999, but Robert Kraft has kept his cards close to the vest. A process that likely will involve trade talks is not expected to be finalized especially soon. Kraft has kept Belichick in the dark about his future, according to the Boston Globe’s Ben Volin, who … [Read more...] about Bill Belichick-Patriots Separation Likely To Take Weeks To Finalize

Vikings To Start Nick Mullens In Week 18

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Still alive for a postseason berth, the Vikings have once again made a change to their quarterback depth chart. Head coach Kevin O’Connell announced on Wednesday that Nick Mullens will start in the season finale. Rookie Jaren Hall got the nod for last week’s primetime game against the Packers, one with major playoff implications for both teams. Minnesota’s offense struggled … [Read more...] about Vikings To Start Nick Mullens In Week 18