The Latest Breaking News from Kevin OConnell

Conor Orr forecasts realistic expectations for six rookies, as well as J.J. McCarthy’s first season as a starter.

The Minnesota coach expressed his belief in the young quarterback last year.

Optimism abounds in Minnesota after an offseason spent addressing some of the team’s biggest holes, but how far the team can go depends on the team’s young QB.

Jefferson's been out for nearly two weeks with a hamstring strain.

McCarthy last played in last year's preseason opener before he suffered a season-ending knee inury.

Chicago’s second-year QB will keep having rough moments. Plus, J.J. McCarthy’s development, Christian Wilkins’s Raiders dustup and more.

Who needs help? Who has a supporting cast? Who has something to prove? Who is very good? Who are the elites? Matt Verderame has the answers.

The former Michigan star takes over for Sam Darnold. Plus, several offseason additions will be counted on in a rugged NFC North.

EA Sports released the first trailer for Madden NFL 26 earlier today, giving players a glimpse at what’s coming in this year’s game. The trailer highlights how weather will have a bigger impact on gameplay, shows off new animations and offers a brief look at some of the new features…