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USA Today
4 hours ago
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Former Eagles QB and MVP candidate faces an uncertain future entering the 2025 NFL season
Ex-Eagles quarterback, once an MVP candidate, is still searching for a new team with the NFL season nearing. It's impossible to tell the story of the 2017-18 Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles without discussing a near-MVP season by their young gunslinger. Carson Wentz seemed destined for stardom, both on the field and off. Former President Barack Obama had even coined the phrase 'Wentz Wagon' during a winning streak to begin his NFL career. It was the sophomore campaign that made the former second overall pick a legend. He rattled off 11 wins in the first 13 games of the season, but he suffered a knee injury to end his run in Week 14. Before leaving the field, however, he threw a TD pass, his fourth of the contest. That pass set an Eagles single-season record for TD tosses (33) and gave his team the lead on the scoreboard. It also serves as one of the most memorable moments of Wentz's Eagles tenure. It seemed he was on pace to win the MVP trophy, but things shifted very quickly. Philadelphia won the Super Bowl, with Nick Foles leading the charge as their starting quarterback. Carson Wentz remains unsigned with the NFL's regular season nearing Everyone knows how things ended in Philadelphia. Everyone is aware of how his career has progressed. He has been part of four different rosters over the past four seasons. Most recently, he served as Patrick Mahomes' backup, but they didn't retain him at the end of the season. Here we are, less than three weeks from the season opener, and Wentz is currently unsigned. He hasn't announced his retirement yet. He could still join a QB-needy team at some point. For now, however, his continuing NFL journey has put the brakes on. It's interesting to see how quickly things turn in pro football, but regardless of how anyone feels about the former Eagles QB, perhaps we can agree on one thing. It's hard to believe every NFL team has three quarterbacks who are better than Carson Wentz. Maybe that is true. Perhaps some of the negative perceptions about his personality have caught up with him. Whatever the case, he remains one of the most intriguing stories of the past decade of professional football.
Yahoo
24-07-2025
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2025 NFL free agency: Best remaining NFL free agent QBs
Training camps are underway across the NFL, and things are off to a turbulent start for the New York Jets. Jets quarterback Justin Fields had to be carted back to the locker room Thursday, July 24. Jets head coach Aaron Glenn said Fields suffered a toe injury but the severity of is yet to be determined. Advertisement Fields was one of the key free agent signings this offseason, introducing a new quarterback under the team's new regime. If he were to miss time, New York could look to add another passer via free agency. Quarterbacks Sam Darnold, Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson are some of the most notable signal-callers to sign in free agency but who remains available as the season approaches? Here are the best available NFL free agent quarterbacks: Best available free agent quarterbacks Carson Wentz Teddy Bridgewater C.J. Beathard Tyler Huntley Jeff Driskel Logan Woodside Jake Fromm Wentz was a member of the Kansas City Chiefs last season and is still looking for a team for 2025. He could be a good fit for New York as he approaches his 10th season in the NFL. He has diverse experience as a former top draft pick (second overall), backup and MVP candidate. He could be a valuable addition to any roster in need of a solid backup. Advertisement Bridgewater has turned into a bit of a journeyman, playing for six NFL teams but has not thrown a pass in the NFL since 2022. Huntley is arguably the most intriguing option available with the most recent on-field success. He played his first three seasons with the Ravens and earned a Pro Bowl nod during 2022 while Lamar Jackson was injured. Huntley most recently suited up for the Miami Dolphins in 2024, with whom he started five games and compiled a 2-3 record. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Best available NFL free agent QBs: Carson Wentz tops list
Yahoo
20-06-2025
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Patrick Mahomes Reacts to Major Personal Announcement on Thursday
Patrick Mahomes Reacts to Major Personal Announcement on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Kansas City Chiefs are heading into another season with quarterback Patrick Mahomes at the helm. Advertisement Mahomes is entering his ninth season with the Chiefs, having already cemented his name as a Kansas City legend. During his time with the Chiefs, Mahomes has led the Chiefs to three Super Bowl titles and five AFC titles, leading a perennial dynasty in Kansas City. While he's been the star of the show, Mahomes has been backed up by several notable names, such as Carson Wentz. On Thursday, Wentz took to social media to share exciting news that he is expecting his fourth child with his wife, Madison Oberg. Mahomes, then took to social media to send a message to Wentz. "Congrats man," Mahomes said. Patrick Mahomes congratulated Carson Wentz on Mahomes, Instagram In his first season with the Chiefs, Carson Wentz played just three games and started one game at the latter half of the season. He posted under 200 yards, having limited production during his time in Kansas City. Advertisement Wentz and the Chiefs entered the postseason as the No. 1 team in the AFC. Despite their experience, Kansas City lost in the Super Bowl to Wentz's former team, the Philadelphia Eagles. They defeated the Houston Texans and the Buffalo Bills before losing to the Eagles. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Lee-Imagn Images Meanwhile, Patrick Mahomes posted 26 touchdowns and 3,928 yards with a 67.5 completion percentage. Related: Patrick Mahomes Turns Heads with Personal Announcement on Sunday Related: Brittany Mahomes' Change in Physical Appearance Catches Attention This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
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Carson Wentz Shares Major Personal Announcement on Thursday
Carson Wentz Shares Major Personal Announcement on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. NFL teams across the league are preparing for a new season, looking to put themselves in a position to compete for a Super Bowl. Advertisement After OTAs and during mandatory minicamps around the league, a Super Bowl champion and former backup quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, took to social media. Carson Wentz, who was once viewed as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, shared some exciting news with fans on Thursday. Wentz and his wife, Madison, are welcoming their fourth child. The couple, who got married in 2018 while Wentz was at the peak of his NFL career, will be having their fourth girl. They are currently parents to their daughters Hadley, Hudson and Jayne. "And the #girldad journey continues with number 4! 😎💕" Wentz said. Advertisement View the original article to see embedded media. Carson Wentz most recently played for the Kansas City Chiefs. He signed a one-year deal with the Chiefs, playing the 2024 season in Kansas City. During his time with the Chiefs, Wentz played three games and started in one matchup. Wentz finished his time with the Chiefs, posting 118 yards with a 63.2 completion percentage. Before his time with the Chiefs, Wentz also played for the Los Angeles Rams, Washington Commanders, Indianapolis Colts and Philadelphia Eagles. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Carson Wentz (11).Brett Davis-Imagn Images Wentz's best season came in 2017 when he finished the season as an MVP candidate. During the 2017 season, Wentz posted 33 touchdowns and 3,296 yards with a 60.2 completion percentage. Advertisement He earned his one and only Pro Bowl appearance in 2017 and served as a reserve player behind Nick Foles in the Super Bowl after suffering an injury that season. Related: Patrick Mahomes Turns Heads with Personal Announcement on Sunday Related: Carson Wentz's Parting Message After Chiefs' Super Bowl Loss This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
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Chiefs Exuding Confidence in Mahomes Backup
Chiefs Exuding Confidence in Mahomes Backup originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Kansas City Chiefs will have a new backup quarterback on the roster this season, but like in years past, it is someone with a lot of NFL experience under their belt. Advertisement Last year Carson Wentz sat behind superstar Patrick Mahomes on the depth chart. This year, it will be free agent signee Gardner Minshew. Head coach Andy Reid believes Minshew's veteran presence will greatly benefit Mahomes and the offense. "He's been there — he's started, so he's got that,' Reid said in a press conference. 'He's got the confidence of the guys around him. Patrick knows he's been in there and done it, so they can bounce things off of each other." Minshew likely won't have trouble adapting to the unique offensive scheme Reid and Mahomes have been carving up defenses with for years in KC. Advertisement Minshew is a product of the "air raid" system in college under then Washington State head coach Mike Leach. Mahomes played under a similar philosophy at Texas Tech, the place Leach first introduced the revolutionary offense to the college ranks. After one season with the Las Vegas Raiders, Minshew joins his fourth team in four years, but Reid believes that experience in invaluable - wherever it is from in the NFL. "It's always good to have peers that have played, and you can talk to them about it a little bit," Reid added. "I think on game day he'll be great with Patrick, just with what he's seeing from the sideline and what Pat's seeing when he's in there.' Minshew has started in 22 of the last 27 games he's played in over the last two seasons. While he won't see that much action in Kansas City (ideally), he'll be able to recognize defenses to offer Mahomes insight, having seen them on the field recently. Advertisement The 29 year old is a former sixth round pick in 2019 of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Last year was one of his worst statistical seasons of his career, throwing for 10 interceptions and over 1,000 less yards than his 2023 campaign. He's often a viral internet sensation with his boisterous locker room personality and electric mustache. That energetic presence, along with football knowledge, hopes to make an impact on a Chiefs team that is on the precipice of making a fourth consecutive Super Bowl appearance. Related: Mahomes' New Backup Finds Parallels in 'Air-Raid' Upbringings Related: TV Analyst Rips Chiefs Andy Reid Legacy With Patrick Mahomes Claim This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
