Tom Brady considers longtime NFL rival ‘the gold standard for quarterback play’

Tom Brady views longtime NFL rival as the benchmark for quarterback excellence Tom Brady considers Peyton Manning as the NFL quarterback ‘gold standard,’ expressing admiration for Manning’s impact on his career. Manning also acknowledges Brady’s skill and leadership, despite their competitive rivalry. Brady and Manning collectively won nine Super Bowls with numerous accolades. Their mutual … Read more

Longtime Oakland Raiders center, Hall of Famer Jim Otto dies at 86

Legendary Oakland Raiders Center Jim Otto Passes Away at Age 86 Jim Otto, a Hall of Famer and former center for the Raiders, passed away at the age of 86. Otto, known for wearing the No. 00 jersey, spent his entire 15-year career with the Raiders, playing in a remarkable 210 straight games. He was … Read more

Chris Mortensen, ESPN’s Longtime N.F.L. Insider, Dies at 72

Longtime N.F.L. Insider, Chris Mortensen of ESPN, Passes Away at 72 Chris Mortensen, a pioneering N.F.L. insider for ESPN, died at 72 with the cause undisclosed. He broke news on player transactions, injuries, and scandals on various programs. Mortensen underwent treatment for throat cancer in 2016 and retired from ESPN in 2020. He won a … Read more