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Jalen Hurts is waiting to see who the Philadelphia Eagles appoint as the team's new offensive coordinator and a former NFL Coach of the Year might be the newest candidate. The Philadelphia Eagles‘ Super Bowl defense came to an abrupt, early end. That prompted the team to make changes and now finds itself in the hunt for a new offensive coordinator. This is a key decision, because that will determine how Jalen Hurts conducts the offense in the 2026 NFL season. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, it’s expected that Brian Daboll interviews for the Eagles OC job. Daboll is one of the most sought out names on the market right now. The former Coach of the Year could also go to be an offensive coordinator for Justin Herbert’s Chargers though. Daboll was fired midseason after three-and-a-half seasons with the Giants. He did have bright moments, though there were also plenty of moments were he looked overwhelmed. Also important to note, the Giants didn’t give Daboll the best hand to succeed. Daboll’s temperament could also not match well in Philly Daboll is known for having a temper, and that might not be what the Eagles need right now. After all, the team looks like a ticking bomb with AJ Brown making tantrums, Jalen Hurts being passive aggressive on the podium or head coach Nick Sirianni publicly confronting his players. A guy like Daboll might be the one who puts everyone on their place, or joins the mess. It’s a risky spot. Brian Daboll, former head coach of the New York Giants As for his abilities as a playcaller, the fact is the Eagles do possess talent that Daboll could exploit. Daboll loves using crossing routes and RPOs, a playbook where Jalen Hurts could absolutely thrive in. The Eagles have the tools to bounce back The fact is roster-wise, the Eagles have all the tools to go back into Super Bowl contention. The problem is the drama within their building. If they somehow manage to make peace and find stability to balance their egos, this team could be once again considered a total juggernaut.

The New England Patriots have confirmed the status of Christian Gonzalez and Hunter Henry for the playoff game against the Texans. Christian Gonzalez and Hunter Henry have been key pieces for the New England Patriots in an extraordinary season that has carried them to the Divisional Round of the 2026 NFL playoffs. Now, their next challenge is the Houston Texans. The Patriots ended Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ dominance in the AFC East and also clinched the No. 2 seed. That allowed them to secure at least two home games during the postseason. In the Wild Card round, the Pats defeated the Chargers 16-3. Drake Maye showed why he can win the MVP award and be Tom Brady’s successor. Very few expected New England to become Super Bowl contenders again so quickly. Is Christian Gonzalez playing today for Patriots against Texans? Yes. Christian Gonzalez is playing for the Patriots against the Texans after the star cornerback cleared the concussion protocol. It’s a massive update for Mike Vrabel as he prepares to face the offense led by C.J. Stroud. Is Hunter Henry active for Patriots vs Texans? Hunter Henry is active for the Patriots against the Texans after dealing with a knee injury during the week. The tight end was limited in practice on Wednesday but was a full participant on Thursday and Friday. Inactives for Patriots vs Texans The Patriots’ inactives for the game against the Texans are Kobee Minor (CB), Bradyn Swinson (OLB), Marcus Bryant (T), Eric Gregory (DT), Caedan Wallace (G), and C.J. Dippre (TE). Tommy DeVito will serve as the emergency quarterback. The Texans’ inactives for the game against the Patriots are Nico Collins (WR), Graham Mertz (QB), Jawhar Jordan (RB), Alijah Huzzie (CB), Trent Brown (T), and Justin Watson (WR).

While waiting to see what Cody Bellinger may decide to do, the New York Yankees know they have a player on the roster who could take on a larger role next season. While current headlines are focused on the final decision Cody Bellinger may make regarding a return to the Bronx, the reality is that the New York Yankees can further boost their roster. In fact, the infield is one of the areas where Aaron Boone will need to pay close attention. And this isn’t necessarily about adding new reinforcements, but rather about refining the talent the manager already has within his team. Anthony Volpe is a player who has had his share of struggles in recent years, which is why a proven, experienced name has emerged at the center of the discussion: Ryan McMahon. According to Empire State Media journalist Alexander Wilson, while confidence in Volpe remains strong, the organization still believes McMahon could be the key to addressing one of the team’s main shortcomings in recent years. “With Anthony Volpe struggling through three consecutive below-average offensive seasons, the Yankees are heavily dependent on veteran third baseman Ryan McMahon to undergo a late-career renaissance,” Wilson said. Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees. McMahon can improve 2025 While Ryan McMahon’s 2025 surface numbers—highlighted by a disappointing .214/.312/.381 slash line—might seem lackluster, his advanced metrics suggest he is a prime candidate for a massive breakout. The appeal for the Yankees lies in his raw power: he ranks in the 95th percentile for average exit velocity at 93.3 mph and maintaining a 50.5% hard-hit rate. If he can fine-tune his contact consistency, those elite physical tools would make him an ideal left-handed power threat to spell Anthony Volpe or bolster the infield depth, as his ability to do significant damage whenever he finds the barrel is nearly unmatched across the league. Will Bellinger re-sign with the Yankees? The pursuit of Cody Bellinger has reached a critical impasse, as the Yankees remain firm on a five-year, $155 million proposal while Bellinger’s camp holds out for a seven-year guarantee. Despite the Yankees adding multiple opt-outs and a signing bonus to entice him, the cross-town Mets are looming as a serious threat to build a super team by pairing Bellinger with their new star, Bo Bichette. Analysts note that the Yankees are seen as an ideal fit to land an All-Star if Bellinger joins Mets, referring to St. Louis Cardinals’ Brendan Donovan. Donovan has emerged as the primary pivot option to stabilize the Bronx infield and outfield should they lose their top free-agent priority to Queens.

Following Chris Drury’s revealing letter to the fans, reports suggest Mike Sullivan and company know where Artemi Panarin may be willing to be traded in the 2025-26 NHL season. It has been anything but what Mike Sullivan expected out of his first NHL season with the New York Rangers. Nothing has gone to plan and Artemi Panarin’s time in The Big Apple is running finite. Chris Drury has proven he isn’t afraid to pull the trigger on big moves. However, those have always been on renowned players’ departures rather than landing starpower in the NHL. Moreover, the Rangers have yet to see dividends from their roster losses. Instead, fans in New York have watched those who left thrive in their new homes, while the floor creaks and gives way beneath them, the walls close in, and the roof caves in at Madison Square Garden. It’s pandemonium in the City That Never Sleeps, and another star may well be on his way out. Panarin will be traded, the question is where When it comes to Panarin; Sullivan, Drury, and the front office may have some intel on where the 30-year-old is likely to accept a trade to. There might be several Stanley Cup contenders in the NHL interested in Panarin but it will all eventually come down to ‘The Breadman’, who has the final say on his future. Artemi Panarin at Madison Square Garden. “There’s still a conversation that needs to happen with his agent and where he might play, but you can start to look at places that make sense, places maybe where there’s other Russian players,” insider Chris Johnston reported on Panarin’s situation. Some places that make sense for Panarin There’s no shortage of Russian talent in the NHL. However, players from the Motherland usually stick together in the league, often hoping to land at places where other fellow countrymen are. On that note, Panarin (who will also hope to have another go at the Stanley Cup) could be favoring a couple of teams. Chief among them may be the Minnesota Wild, Washington Capitals, Tampa Bay Lightning, Colorado Avalanche, and Pittsburgh Penguins. Of course, there must be interest from the clubs, too. But those franchises currently feature some top Russian talents Panarin may look forward to join. As for New York, it won’t be as eager to send Panarin to a divisional opponent, and most likely will look for a trade partner in the Western Conference. Panarin’s contract situation Panarin is playing through the final season of his seven-year, $81.5 million deal with the Rangers. As Drury revealed to Panarin and the fanbase, New York will not work on an extension for the Russian star. Thus, it’s clear that the Broadway Blueshirts will search for a trade partner instead of letting Panarin walk as an unrestricted free agent (UFA) in the summer. However, Panarin boasts a full no movement clause (NMC) in his contract, which means he can veto any trade New York comes up with. Based on his honest reaction to the news of the Rangers looking in different directions, it looks like there is no bad blood between the player and his club. “It’s hard to say how I feel,” Panarin admitted to The Athletic. “I’m still confused, but the GM decided to go in a different direction. I’m OK with that.” Panarin’s statement could suggest the player and his camp won’t make things harder than they have to be, but he will still keep his best interests at heart when the Rangers come at him with potential trades.