Bears WR Keenan Allen said he’s ok with playing out his current one-year deal before a potential contract extension.
The Chicago Bears made a splash when they traded for wide receiver Keenan Allen this offseason, pairing him with DJ Moore and now rookie Rome Odunze for one of the league’s best receiver trios.
Allen was brought in to be a weapon for rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, but he’s also entering the final year of his current contract where there are two other big names at receiver on the roster.
Back in March, Bears general manager Ryan Poles indicated the goal was to have Allen in Chicago beyond the 2024 season. But the Bears haven’t had contract discussions yet, and it’s likely those won’t come until during the season or even the offseason.
While Allen, 32, faces an uncertain future, he made it clear he wants to play for as long as he can.
“I’m going to let the play speak for itself,” Allen said. “And if they offer me something that I like, we’ll go from there.”
Right now, the receiver market is booming. The Minnesota Vikings signed Justin Jefferson to a four-year deal worth a reported $140 million with $110 million guaranteed. Elsewhere in the division, the Detroit Lions inked Amon-Ra St. Brown to a reported four-year, $120 million deal with $77 million guaranteed.
“The players are going to continue to get better,” Allen said. “They’re younger, bigger, stronger, faster, and they continue to raise the bar, so as long as they’re taking care of their job and vets like me, we just continue to do what we do and take the backseat and get paid as well.”
While some players would prefer not to risk injury playing without a long-term contract in place, Allen said he’s ok with playing out his current one-year deal before the Bears potentially offer to sign him to an extension.
“Yeah, absolutely,” he said. “I mean, that’s the goal right now is to go out and do what I always do and just try to remain who I am. And the market just got reset, so…”
The kit currently features #00 as a placeholder, but the forward will not actually wear that number when he steps onto the pitch at the Bernabéu.
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Carlos Sainz believes Red Bull is still the favorite to win both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships but is unlikely to enjoy dominance at most tracks heading into the Canadian Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc won the last race in Monaco to back …
Carlos Sainz believes Red Bull is still the favorite to win both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships but is unlikely to enjoy dominance at most tracks heading into the Canadian Grand Prix.
Charles Leclerc won the last race in Monaco to back up Lando Norris’ victory in Miami either side of a Max Verstappen success in Imola, with three particularly competitive races increasing interest in the title fight. Sainz was third in Monaco behind Oscar Piastri to help Ferrari close the gap in the constructors’ championship to just 24 points, and he believes there are now fine margins albeit with Red Bull still holding an advantage.
“I think my common sense tells me that on normal tracks Red Bull should still be favorites,” Sainz said. “Domination, like we were seeing, hopefully not. But favorites, yes. And then it will be a very tight fight with both McLaren and us. I think we are all three at a very similar level.
“Our last reference of a normal track is Imola and Miami. And those two tracks, we seem to be half a tenth behind McLaren and maybe a tenth or two behind Red Bull. It still means that that any small progress, any small upgrade, any small thing that we bring to the car might switch it to a potential race victory or a winning car.
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“Monaco, we’ve always been strong. Street circuits like Singapore and last year in Monaco, it shows the strengths of the Ferrari. At the same time, being within 24 points of the Red Bull in the constructors’, you see that when you put them under pressure, [in Monaco] Max did a mistake in Q3 run two, Checo [Perez] was out in Q1. We all just need to be there, you know, to show that these things can happen to Red Bull too.”
Although he’s uncertain about how the three teams will stack up in Montreal this weekend, Sainz is expecting the European rounds to be different compared to the opening few races when Red Bull had a comfortable advantage over the rest of the field.
“I think as Ferrari we will have our opportunities in these sort of tracks. McLaren will have their opportunities, but when I talk about a normal track we can talk about maybe a Barcelona. Canada, I think is quite specific but a Barcelona or any European track, where I consider it to be a normal track, I still think Red Bull will be favorites, but I don’t think they’ll dominate like they used to do.
“I think that’s good news for the championship. It’s just worth being within a tenth or two in qualifying, that even if they’re favorites, they cannot afford to do any mistakes. That’s where both Ferrari and McLaren, we can capitalize, which is a position that in Bahrain — race one — no one was.”
The Huskers became aware of the 6-7 257-pound Hoffken at a satellite camp in Houston, Texas. Sean Callahan (subscription required) from Husker Online reports that Hoffken committed to Nebraska on the spot after receiving an offer.
Hoffken will join a 2024 class that features offensive prospects Grant Brix, Gibson Pyle, Preston Taumua, Landen Davidson, and Jake Peters. The unit also added former Florida Gator and interior offensive lineman Micah Mazzccua.
The Vikings and head coach Kevin O’Connell announced Tuesday that former wide receiver N’Keal Harry would be transitioning to tight end.
Now that offseason activities are underway, teams are starting to implement their systems for the 2024 season. Now is the time to get new players integrated into the system, get the rookies learning how the pro game works and getting exposure to the system, and – in some cases – get players to learn an entirely new position.
That’s the position the Minnesota Vikings and (former) wide receiver N’Keal Harry find themselves in this summer. Harry, formerly a wide receiver and largely thought of as an NFL draft bust, is going to be learning a new position this summer and hoping to make a contribution to the Vikings as a tight end. A move that both Harry and head coach Kevin O’Connell seem excited about.
N’Keal is really fired up about it. He’s attacked the process long before we ever got started in the off-season program, but you’re hoping to see the receiving traits kinda lead the way early on, as they’ll get a little bit more comfort in maybe having their hand down, being a part of run schemes, the different kind of run schemes that were implementing and N’Keal shown that.
His routability, his ability to be explosive contested catches, different variations where we’re hoping we’re really developing, even at this stage and his caree,r position changes always unique. We’re hoping we’re developing a guy that can grow into a real weapon Redzone weapon with his skill set.
While things haven’t panned out for Harry as a wide receiver, he should be able to use some of those traits as he transitions to his new position. The position change should mitigate some of the struggles Harry has had at the pro level, too, namely his struggles against press coverage and more physical defensive backs.
How much Harry can contribute remains to be seen, but with some uncertainty still lingering around starting tight end T.J. Hockenson and his knee injury, the added depth at the position is certainly helpful.
Bitonio believes there are some benefits to the NFLPA’s proposal
Last week, a proposal to potentially overhaul the offseason workout schedule, eliminating voluntary OTAs in favor of longer training camps with a ramp-up period in mid-June or early July. This would do away with the summer break that currently takes place after mandatory minicamp leading up to camp at the end of the month.
During the Browns’ annual golf event on Monday, guard Joel Bitonio discussed the proposal’s benefits for players’ bodies.
“I do think there is some science behind like a better ramp up period. I think science like in a ramp up period and training in the off season all those things seem like it’s a smart move.”
This is one of the first people I have heard speaking positively about this proposal and I totally get Bitonio’s point. He also talked about the change of schedules break wise might not be what many organizations want but it was nice to hear his perspective.
In the end, I still don’t think this proposal will ever get approved, but it is clear that some people do agree with some aspects of it.
The Cleveland Browns have waived kicker Lucas Havrisik for the second time this off-season. The team waived him on May 14th before signing him back to the roster on May 20th. Cleveland carried three kickers on the roster: Dustin Hopkins and former draft pick Cade York, who is back for his second stint with the team.
Havrisik also spent time on the Browns practice squad last year before the Rams snatched him up for their active roster in 2023. It was interesting to see the team carry three kickers in camp, so it makes sense that they have trimmed it back down to two.
Cleveland now has an empty roster spot, with OTAs continuing this week and mandatory minicamp next week. One area that could be added to is the tight end room, which lacks much outside of David Njoku. Some added depth at linebacker could also make sense, with some interesting names still available in free agency.
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The three-star defensive lineman is 247Sports’ No. 698 player in the class of 2025, No. 72 defensive lineman and No. 93 recruit from the state of Florida. He is set for an official visit to Wisconsin the weekend of June 7, which comes on the heels of a visit to West Virginia on May 31.
Of note, Telemaque’s list of final four schools differs significantly from his group of six finalists from April, which included Colorado, Florida, LSU, West Virginia, Missouri and Minnesota. Wisconsin and Georgia Tech have jumped into the mix, while Colorado, LSU, Missouri and Minnesota are no longer being considered.
Tuesday’s announcement also includes a decision date: June 18. He figures to make his commitment after visits to each of his four finalists.
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Wisconsin’s class of 2025 currently ranks No. 16 in the nation with 13 commitments. The program is off to a hot start to June with recent commitments from three-star CB Rukeem Stroud and four-star OT Logan Powell.
Luke Fickell and his staff are working to grow the class with official visit season underway.
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The coastal town of Lutsen, Minn., is a four-hour drive and a world away from the hustle and bustle of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Set hard against Lake Superior, intersected by historic MN-61, it’s a year-round resort destination and the perfect place …
The coastal town of Lutsen, Minn., is a four-hour drive and a world away from the hustle and bustle of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Set hard against Lake Superior, intersected by historic MN-61, it’s a year-round resort destination and the perfect place for a group of women looking to break away from the city for a few days of golf and other activities.
Why Lutsen? In part because it’s Minnesota’s closest meeting of golf land, water and mountainous terrain, and in part because it’s just a lovely town to spend a few days.
Sunrise on Lake Superior from Lutsen area. Every morning seems to be different on the big lake.
Lutsen is home to Superior National Golf Course, the best place to savor the pure physical beauty of Northeast Minnesota – the lake, the highlands, the raging river. You’ll find it all here. It’s a 27-hole public course with A1 views of Lake Superior and repeated interactions with the Poplar River during your round.
You’ll first want to play the River 9 and Canyon 9, both of which underwent a $4.6 million facelift by architect Jeff Brauer – remember that name – within the past decade. The course is bracketed by the lake to the east and the Sawtooth Mountains to the west, so there isn’t a bad view on the course.
“Very few golf courses are as blessed with nature as Superior National,” Brauer said when he was doing the renovations. “You’ve got the views of the lake, you’ve got the views of the mountains, you’ve got one of the prettiest rivers in the world running right through the golf course.”
After your round at Superior National, make the short drive to North Shore Winery, which was founded in 2013 but feels like it’s been there for multiple decades. When was the last time you visited a winery that had a sauna? Well, welcome to the good life in Minnesota, along Lake Superior. The winery often has live acoustic entertainment in the barrel room, which guests can enjoy with a glass of Syrah or a Bluefin Bay blend.
Speaking of which, the Bluefin Bay family of resorts, located just south of Lutsen, offers three lodging options that share the same key trait: to-die-for views of Lake Superior, which in some cases are just a short putt away from your balcony. Take your pick: single rooms, homes or log cabins, depending on what fits your group’s needs. Bluefin Bay’s Waves of Superior Spa, which also has a lap pool and fitness center, offers everything you could want in terms of exercise or relaxation.
Bluefin Bay also offers several convenient dining options. The Bluefin Grille combines a relaxed yet elegant lakeside setting with a menu ranging from casual lunchtime fare to classic Minnesota dinner entrees such as pan-fried walleye. The Waves Café patio overlooking the lake is a great spot for breakfast or lunch, and Coho Café & Bakery is open throughout the day for indoor/outdoor dining or takeout. The cozy Coho Café has an eclectic menu offering something for everyone, from breakfast staples and sweets to some of the best pizza in the North. Coho Café is also just across the highway from Clearview General Store if you need to pick up any necessities during your vacation.
At this point, it’s easy to imagine enjoying a long weekend in and around Lutsen. You could take the Summit Express gondola up Lutsen Mountain to savor the views of the coastline while having lunch on the deck of the Summit Chalet.
However, if you want to explore the best Minnesota golf has to offer, consider making the two-hour drive east to the Iron Range.
Don’t rush – take a travel day and stop first at Tettegouche State Park, just south of Lutsen. The park sits on one mile of lakefront, with rocky cliffs and the Baptism River waterfall.
Giants Ridge unquestionably is the best two-course public facility in Minnesota and among the best in the nation. It’s unlikely you’ll find any other resort in the country that has sister courses as different as the options at this resort – the Quarry and Legend courses. Interestingly, both were designed by Brauer, who has shaped much of the golf ground in this part of the state.
Brauer once described the Legend course, which opened in 1997, as “the most natural” course he’d ever designed. Ranked No. 5 in the state and sometimes referred to as “the Gentle Giant,” it’s everything one would expect from golf in Northeast Minnesota – rolling fairways framed by dense stands of birch trees, punctuated by memorable lakeside holes.
The 17th, a par 3 played across Sabin Lake, might be the best-known hole in the region. At roughly 125 yards from the forward tees, it’s a lovely respite on the way to 18, not unlike the par-3 11th, which evokes the iconic 12th at Augusta National. From the back tees, however, the 17th is a 226-yard, all-carry brute.
The Quarry, ranked No. 1 in the state, opened in 2003 and is a true destination course for those who want to test themselves against one of the toughest tracks in the North. The Z-shaped par 5 might remind some of one of Brauer’s architectural influences, the late Larry Packard.
Variety is a consistent theme at the Quarry, making it difficult yet fascinating for players of all skill levels. Consider the short par-4 eighth hole, where long hitters can take a direct route to the green – so long as they can clear the pond guarding the dogleg – or take the conservative route to the right. From the elevated tee at the brilliant 13th, players have at least five targets for their drives. There’s also a wonderful sense of place, as when players reach the fairway on difficult 18, having to carry the edge of the Embarrass Mine Pit.
If time allows, consider making the 20-mile drive north to Fortune Bay Resort Casino in Tower. For some, the main attraction is the casino, but for golfers, it’s the chance to play The Wilderness at Fortune Bay, another Brauer design that Golfweek ranks No. 3 in the state.
Like his other designs, Brauer made creative use of the natural terrain – for example, using the rock outcroppings at the first, fourth and 16th holes to build split fairways that allow for more strategic options. Perhaps the best stretch of The Wilderness comes at the par-3 12th, played across water to a peninsula green, and the 13th, which wraps around Lake Vermillion.
Post-round, grab a table on the patio at The Wilderness Grill and enjoy lunch while watching players finish their rounds on the closing hole.
