Personal news: After almost nine years with @CBSSports, it's time for an audible. It's been a true privilege covering the NFL for such a storied outlet alongside truly passionate people. A parting word on what I learned, and what's next:

Did the #Vikings botch their QB situation? Or did they make sensible gambles that just haven't panned out (yet)? Reassessing the "all-in" approach that left Minnesota without a firm Plan B:

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Biggest takeaway from #TNF is the #Giants have a baller duo in Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo. The question is whether they can survive their own tenacity. Fine line between rugged heroism and reckless aggression. New York has to be thrilled for the energy.

#Eagles thoughts: Yikes. Vic Fangio’s defense becoming a sieve is probably largely due to injuries. The real concern is the all-star offense has no juice. The Week 1 accuracy/decisiveness of Jalen Hurts is MIA. Nick Sirianni’s overcome these dips before. Time for soul-searching.

It's fitting #Eagles' first loss of 2025 ends with A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith lying helpless atop each other: Philly was unbeaten playing Jalen Hurts' not-pretty but efficient brand of ball, and then they forced the pass to appease hunger for more. Good wake-up call for all.

Only time will tell if Sam Darnold can finish strong, which didn't happen in Minnesota. But for the second straight autumn, the now-#Seahawks QB looks like the right bet for a new team:

#Eagles have a lot to clean up. But it turns out Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown are still clutch. And Jordan Davis is announcing himself next to Jalen Carter. That's a hard-earned 3-0 start for the Birds right there.

Just like that, the stage is set for Carson Wentz to write a redemption story in Minnesota, right where he once lifted a trophy as a fallen Eagles hero. More on the #Vikings QB's pivotal opportunity after J.J. McCarthy's bumpy start and injury:

It's too early to panic about J.J. McCarthy as the long-term QB of the Vikings. It's not too early to wonder how long the rest of the team can wait for him to stabilize. New column on Minnesota's potential 2025 conundrum for @CBSSports:

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Here’s the thing about J.J. McCarthy: He may or may not match the consistency of Kirk Cousins or the gunslinging of Sam Darnold. But he will be the best of the bunch for the #Vikings if he translates his reputation as a finisher to the NFL stage. Week 1 was a great start. #Skol

EAGAN, Minn. – J.J. McCarthy believes the #Vikings are "stacked." He knows he doesn't have to play hero ball. He's also more than just Mr. Nice Guy: "Between the lines, I flip a switch." Exclusive interview with Minnesota's new QB ahead of his 2025 debut: https://t.co/S47dKYKDNu

Biggest reason #Eagles overcame Jalen Carter's ejection to outlast Cowboys? Jalen Hurts is still No. 1. His opener was flawless. Composed. Controlled. Selectively splashy. Wins are the expectation with him at QB. But this was a reminder he can still carry an all-star offense.

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🚨 First edition of 2025 NFL QB Power Rankings is live. Come see how all 32 rise and fall at @CBSSports:

Why bring back Adam Thielen? Because the #Vikings believe J.J. McCarthy can make 2025 worthwhile. He’s not just the future. He’s the present. A report from the QB’s first offseason as “the guy” in Minnesota:

Eagles fans curious about Sam Howell? Observed his Vikings offseason and can say this: He often threw with the most gusto of Minnesota's QBs. The arm is there. Process/decision-making was the issue. Philly can better afford to slow-play his growth as a No. 3.