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Tom Brady, Kay Adams and more react to Bo Nix’s impressive performance

From Tom Brady to Colin Cowherd, the NFL world reacted in a big way to QB Bo Nix’s impressive performance.

After Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix had a historic performance against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 11, NFL pundits have offered their takes on the first-year signal caller. Here’s a recap of the reactions this week.

Tom Brady names Bo Nix one of his 3 stars of the week

The future Hall of Famer said that Nix was “feeling it” in the win over the Atlanta Falcons.

Kay Adams says we’ve been underreacting to Bo Nix’s rise

“Nix is running the Broncos’ offense like a veteran,” said Adams.

Nate Jackson, Jake Plummer give their takes on Bo Nix

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The former Broncos quarterback praised Nix’s progress throughout 2024 as “a steady ascension… each week getting better and better and better.”

Peter Schrager names Bo Nix best Rookie of the Week

Schrager has been a constant supporter of Nix and the Broncos, to where he called them a preseason postseason dark horse.

Bucky Brooks and Mike Garafolo discuss Bo Nix’s ascension

The pair mentioned in the game against Atlanta, Nix had his highest yards-per-pass (9.8) of the season.

Chris Simms breaks down Bo Nix’s ‘surgically explosive’ performance

Former NFL quarterback Chris Simms has seen the difference for the Broncos offense. “I just love the look of Bo Nix, I really do,” said Simms. “I love the offense they’re running, too.”

Shannon Sharpe, Chad Johnson chime in on Bo Nix’s big game

The two former pass catchers reacted to Nix’s huge stat line from the Falcons game. “(Nix) was one of three Bronco rookie quarterbacks to ever throw four touchdowns in a game,” noted Sharpe.

Colin Cowherd says Bo Nix is a top-12 quarterback in the NFL

“I think his arm is better than people think,” said Cowherd regarding Nix.

Adam Schefter gives his take on Broncos and QB Bo Nix

After Nix had his highest stats of the season, ESPN insider Adam Schefter marveled at the young quarterback. “Rookies don’t do that,” Schefter remarked on the Pat McAfee Show. “That’s over 80 percent completion rate, four touchdowns, no interceptions. Bo Nix is getting better and better and better.”

Jamie Erdahl says Bo Nix was the NFL’s big winner in Week 11

“Bo Nix had himself a little weekend, didn’t he,” asked Erdahl on Good Morning Football.

Dan Orlovsky says Broncos have done ‘unbelievable job’ with offense, Bo Nix

Former NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky said that Nix is having a great season. “He’s got control and he has the answers,” said Orlovsky. “Control of everything they’re trying to do in Denver offensively.”

PFF reacts to Bo Nix’s play and Broncos’ impressive offensive line

Although the rest of the NFL is giving Nix all the love, PFF realized that the Broncos’ offensive line is a key part of the success Nix has been having throughout the season.

Tim Jenkins breaks down film of Bo Nix’s best game yet

Tim Jenkins called Nix’s historic performance “the best performance I’ve seen out of a rookie quarterback this season, and if I’m really being honest, the best performance I’ve seen from a Broncos quarterback in a long, long, long time.”

Kurt Benkert reviews Bo Nix’s great game vs. Falcons

Former NFL quarterback Kurt Benkert broke down Nix’s incredible performance against Atlanta in an 18-minute video.

Doug Farrar breaks down Bo Nix’s recent rise

“Peyton Manning retired after the 2015 season, and from 2016-2023, the Denver Broncos threw 13 different quarterbacks into the fire to try and replace him,” said Farrar. “But now with 2024 first-round draft pick Bo Nix, Denver may finally have a guy to mercifully end that quarterback curse.”

Chris Long reacts to Bo Nix’s impressive improvement this season

Super Bowl champion Chris Long praised Nix, as an older rookie quarterback who is hitting his stride with head coach Sean Payton.

Chase Daniel says Bo Nix should be Rookie of the Year

“In my opinion, (Nix is) right now neck and neck with (Commanders quarterback) Jayden Daniels in the Offensive Rookie of the Year category,” said the former QB.

Nix is certainly making a serious case for Offensive Rookie of the Year. Can he continue this high-quality quarterback play through the rest of the season?

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Former NFL player Chris Long thinks Ravens should start Roger Rosengarten at RT

Former NFL player Chris Long thinks Ravens should start Roger Rosengarten at RT

The offensive line has been the most significant talking point surrounding the Ravens after an 0-2 start to the season. The decision to replace three starting offensive linemen from a season ago is off to a shaky start for the Ravens, particularly on the right side of the line. Daniel Faalele has struggled at right guard, while veteran Patrick Mekari has had a challenging two games at right tackle.

Mekari has played most of the snaps at right tackle so far, but rookie second-round pick Roger Rosengarten has seen playing time and has been part of a rotation through the first two outings. Rosengarten’s performance in Week 2 against star defensive end Maxx Crosby turned heads, leading to many questioning why the rookie should not be the full-time starter at right tackle from now on.

One such person questioning the reluctance to start Rosengarten is former NFL defensive end Chris Long. Long remarked on The Green Light With Chris Long podcast that the rookie was able to hold his own against Crosby on passing plays compared to Mekari.

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh hinted at potential changes in the starting lineup on the offensive line this Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys.

 

Former Rams DE Chris Long throws first pitch at St. Louis Cardinals game

Chris Long returned to St. Louis to throw the first pitch at the Cardinals game, also talking about his foundation’s newest initiative.

Former Rams defensive end and philanthropist Chris Long returned to St. Louis to throw out the first pitch at the Cardinals game on Thursday.

While the Cardinals played the Padres, Long was interviewed about his time in St. Louis and he only had positive things to say about the city.

Long was in town as his foundation is setting up a new initiative to combat education inequality.

The second overall pick in 2008, Long played eight years with the franchise. Since retiring, Long has engaged in multiple philanthropic efforts and now he’s giving back to the place he once called home.

Boye Mafe talks about his first game against Russell Wilson, Broncos

Boye Mafe talks about his first game against Russell Wilson, Broncos

I believe I speak for all the 12’s when I say the Monday Night Football game in Week 1 against the Denver Broncos will be one of the most memorable Seattle Seahawks in recent memory, if not all time. The heavily favored Broncos with their newly acquired quarterback in Russell Wilson were supposed to walk over the “rebuilding” Seahawks. Instead, they returned home with a stunning 17-16 defeat.

As memorable as it is for the fans, it is infinitely more so for those who actually played in the game. Such is the case for linebacker Boye Mafe, who made his NFL debut in the very same game. Recently, Mafe went on Chris Long’s podcast to reminisce on the insanity and high octane energy he experienced.

As you can see, the reason I put “rebuild” in quotations in the opening paragraph is because of how Mafe himself still holds scorn for that assesment. After the last two years, players like Mafe are still holding a little grudge over the media writing Seattle off like they did… and are potentially still doing.

Mafe may not have been the heavy sack producer he is now when he played in that game, but his introduction into the league is one of the more unique situations a rookie can find himself in. It’s safe to say he will always remember that moment, and the feeling of his ears ringing days later.

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Howie Long praises Chiefs coaching staff for three-peat opportunity

Howie Long praises Kansas City #Chiefs coaching staff for three-peat opportunity | @EdEastonJr

The offseason is almost over, with training camps set to open around the league next month. The Kansas City Chiefs will have a target on their backs as they attempt to achieve something unprecedented in the league’s history.

Hall of Famer Howie Long recently appeared as a guest on Yote House Media’s “Green Light with Chris Long” podcast. He discussed his thoughts on the Chiefs pursuing a three-peat this season with his son.

“What’s unique about three is nobody has ever done it, and I think when you add that to the equation for guys that are aware, you know this is historic stuff…Now you gotta be healthy, you gotta stay smart.” said Long. “last year, we saw them out of the gate, and they looked lost. Dropped balls, the offense was erratic, the defense was actually carrying them, and then they kind of figured it out. I can’t really emphasize how great Andy Reid is as a coach, and you know your guys on defense, Coach Spags (Spagnuolo), is proved to be one of the greatest big game defensive coordinators in NFL history.”

Long was a longtime rival while playing with the Los Angeles Raiders and has been a respected analyst covering the NFL for FOX Sports. The team’s consistent growth during last year’s Super Bowl run, matched with off-season additions, could see the Chiefs making history next February.

Chiefs DB Justin Reid opens up about his expanded role on kickoffs

Kansas City #Chiefs DB Justin Reid opens up about his expanded role on kickoffs | @EdEastonJr

Every NFL general manager wants to see versatility in players. The Kansas City Chiefs will count on veteran safety Justin Reid’s specific ability, as his kicking leg is ready to be front and center this season.

Reid recently appeared as a guest on Yote House Media’s “Green Light with Chris Long” podcast. He discussed his expanded role on special teams handling more kickoffs due to the new rule starting this season.

“We might have added some time to my career. You might’ve extended my show a couple (of) years,” said Reid. “The earning window is huge with this. When I’m done being the starting guy on safety, I can turn into that rotational third safety and also be a kickoff specialist.”

The change in kickoff format will require more physicality from the kicker, opening the door for the versatile Reid.

“The whole dynamic of hang time has completely flipped. Normally, on kickoff, kickers are great at trying to have a four-second hang time to give guys time to get down the field, but now you’re trying to keep the ball as low as possible while still in play. You’re trying to get it to hit the ground because when the ball hits the ground, that’s now your hang time.” said Reid. “Guys can take off at that point and however much time it takes the returner to pick up the ball, that’s them wasting time. So that whole dynamic has just completely flipped on his head. It’s a different kick, it’s a different style, it’s a lot more aggressive trying to hit the low ball… So I think that the style of kicks you see from the get-go will just be different.”

The veteran safety further explained the importance of having the kicker in heavy pursuit of potential returners more than ever before and changing the role dynamic.

“The amount of plays that can be broken. When you have special talents like a Tyreek or some of these other explosive returners, there’s an open gap somewhere on that field. They have ten blockers, and we have ten attackers, but everybody has two shoulders, so there’s an open gap somewhere. And the advantage for us is that if I’m doing the job ––which is what we’re planning on doing–– then I can fill that last gap, so it makes it a little bit easier that nobody needs to win two gaps.” said Reid. “Of course, you’re going to try and always arm over and win across at late, but it’s a little bit more comfortable knowing that you are responsible for one gap instead of every person on the field trying to two-gap and hoping the returner doesn’t find that last open gap.”

Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub mentioned the strong likelihood of Reid as the solution to the new rule change. The statement also presented questions surrounding the value of Harrison Butker moving forward, but Reid immediately shot it down.

“No –– we’re in a great place with it. Although I know he can make some tackles, I think that he’s excited to preserve himself, and we can use him where we really need him, which is in those fourth-quarter situations to go nail a 60-yard field goal and win the game,” said Reid. “It would be devastating to try and trot a guy out there who’s feeling nicked up from making a tackle in the second quarter.”

The execution of the kickoffs will be a must-see moment this season as teams adjust to the changes. Reid’s presence will influence how other teams build their rosters to accommodate the new kickoff formation.

Montez Sweat strongly preferred Washington’s old name

Montez Sweat liked old name, embarrassed by “Commanders” name.

The Washington Redskins selected Montez Sweat in the first round of the 2019 NFL draft. On Oct. 31, 2023, the Washington Commanders traded Sweat to the Chicago Bears for a 2024 second-round pick.

In Sweat’s five seasons with the team, Washington had three different team names because former owner Dan Snyder was forced to sell in the summer of 2020: Redskins, Football Team and Commanders.

In Tuesday’s episode of the “Green Light” podcast with Chris Long, Sweat was asked about Washington’s various names.

He clearly preferred the “Redskins” moniker.

While Sweat is no longer on the team, having signed a lucrative four-year extension with the Bears, he will endear himself to many Washington fans due to his preference for the old name.

As for the new name, Sweat said he was “embarrassed” when he first heard it.

“Oh my god, when I heard that, bro, I was embarrassed,” Sweat said. “I was so embarrassed that when people asked who I played for, I said Washington.”

Several Washington fans would agree with him.

Sweat appeared in 67 games for Washington, recording 222 tackles, including 47 for loss, 35.5 sacks and 10 forced fumbles.

Watch Aaron Donald’s candid and entertaining interview with Chris Long

Aaron Donald and Chris Long talked about practice fights, Kobie Turner, Jeff Fisher and several other topics on the “Green Light” podcast

Aaron Donald is in his first month of retirement after calling it a career in March and one of his first interviews since retiring was with Chris Long on the “Green Light” podcast. Donald stopped by Long’s show this week to discuss his career, what’s next in his post-football life, training camp fights and more.

He also discussed Sean McVay as a head coach and what makes him so great, appreciating all that he’s done as a coach and as a person off the field.

Donald and Long go way back, spending two years together as teammates in St. Louis in 2014 and 2015, so their chat on the podcast came naturally. It’s a candid conversation, which also made it a very entertaining one, with the two former Rams talking about the days of playing alongside guys such as William Hayes and Michael Brockers.

Check out the full interview below. It’s well worth your time.

Aaron Donald reveals he was 30 pounds lighter than his listed weight in 2018

Aaron Donald was always listed at 280 pounds but he got all the way down to 250 at one point in his career

Aaron Donald was not like most defensive tackles in the NFL. He’s faster than just about all of them, more powerful than even the biggest nose tackles and quicker than even some running backs.

Part of what made him so special was his ability to use his power and leverage to beat opposing linemen on the interior despite being much smaller than every guard and center he went up against.

He measured in at 6-foot-1 and 285 pounds at the NFL combine in 2014 and just about each year, he was listed at 280 pounds. Yet, he rarely played at that weight during his career.

He told Chris Long on the “Green Light Podcast” this week that although he played at 280-285 pounds in his first two seasons, he played every other year at 267 pounds or lighter.

In 2018, he was at his lightest weight. During that season, he played between 250 and 260 pounds, weighing 258 pounds in the Super Bowl that year.

At 250 pounds, that’s 30 pounds lighter than his listed weight, which is ridiculous for an NFL defensive tackle. For comparison, the lightest defensive tackle at the combine this year was Eric Watts at 274 pounds.

“I ain’t never touched 300,” Donald said. “My first two years, I played at probably 280-285. My third year was around 270-275. Every other year I played at probably 260, 267 sometimes. In 2018, (that) was my lightest year. I played that whole year probably around 250-260 that whole year. I was 258 in the Super Bowl in 2018. I was 258 as a defensive tackle in the National Football League in the Super Bowl. I was playing at 250-260 that whole year.”

Incredibly, Donald didn’t lose any sort of strength or power despite being so light. With all the weights he lifted and training he did, he kept up his strength – as evidenced by his insanely ripped physique.

“Hell no! I work out all the time. I lift weights all the time. I always keep my strength, bro. I gotta lift. I gotta feel the weight,” he said. “I just trim my body up, my second holdout back-to-back. All I’m doing is working out every day, training. That’s all I was doing. That’s when I got a six-pack. ’18, that’s when my body really changed. I don’t know, we were blowing a lot of teams out so we had the opportunity to rush a lot, just felt fast as hell. Fast, quick, use a lot of quickness.”

The 2018 season was the best of Donald’s career, so slimming down didn’t hurt him in the least bit. That year, he led the NFL with 20.5 sacks and 25 tackles for a loss, earning his second Defensive Player of the Year award and helping lead the Rams to the Super Bowl.

It’s crazy to think a defensive tackle could have the level of success that Donald had at 250 pounds, but that’s what made him so special.

Former NFL players react to video of Cam Newton brawl

Guys who have played with and against Cam Newton think it’s a bad idea to try to fight Cam Newton.

So, is trying to fight Carolina Panthers legend Cam Newton a good idea? Well, maybe we should see what some of his old teammates and opponents think.

On Sunday, a video of Newton appearing to be attacked by multiple individuals at his 7v7 event in Atlanta went viral. The clip made the rounds to former NFL players, who had the following to tweet about the wild incident: