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Navigating Vikings' QB quandary with Bridgewater, Bradford and Keenum

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond breaks down Minnesota's current quarterback situation, which is being complicated by Teddy Bridgewater's potential return.

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Giving up on Packers after Aaron Rodgers injury ignores history of successful backup QBs

The Packers making the playoffs without Aaron Rodgers is improbable, but former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience it can be done.

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Facing Deshaun Watson: a brutal reminder of Browns' latest NFL Draft whiff

Failing to get Deshaun Watson is becoming one of the most painful NFL Draft mistakes Cleveland has made of late. And the regret might only intensify Sunday when the Browns play the Texans.

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Rams delivering surprise of 2017 via trust in own management

What a difference a year makes. That's the mantra for the Los Angeles Rams, especially general manager Les Snead and quarterback Jared Goff, through the first four games of the 2017 season.

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Lions management can breathe easy as Matthew Stafford justifies big contract

Former NFL general manager Jeff Diamond knows how it feels to watch a high-priced player perform up to his contract. Matthew Stafford is doing just that for the Lions and GM Bob Quinn.

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Bengals, Marvin Lewis are in perfect position to end Andy Dalton marriage

Too many factors are working against Andy Dalton and Marvin Lewis for the Cincinnati coach to be so set on his quarterback. AJ McCarron better keep his arm loose.

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Patriots' loss of Julian Edelman is more impactful than you think

Thanks to the Julian Edelman injury, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond writes, the gap between New England and the rest of the AFC contenders has closed.

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Adrian Peterson's inflammatory comments ill-advised prior to Saints-Vikings opener

Adrian Peterson saying he wants to stick it to the Vikings during his return to Minnesota is a very troubling comment, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond writes.

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New Bills GM showing guts and taking risks by trading high-profile starters

Buffalo GM Brandon Beane gets annoyed when people say the Bills are in rebuilding mode. But the team is in rebuilding mode, and his job depends on the results of his eye-opening roster moves.

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Broncos' John Elway savvy enough to understand consequences of botching QB

The Broncos are in trouble at quarterback thanks to the slow development of Paxton Lynch. That puts a ton of pressure on GM John Elway.

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Foolish rookie Leonard Fournette needs to let his play do the talking

NFL rookies should be seen, not heard. Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette apparently has not figured that out.

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Everybody wins as Le'Veon Bell holds out of training camp — Steelers included

The Steelers might secretly be OK with their star running back holding out of training camp. They know Le'Veon Bell will be there when it counts.

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Egomaniac Odell Beckham Jr. is hurting himself with diva-like behavior

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why Odell Beckham Jr. is actually damaging his potential football earnings when he says he should be the league's highest-paid player.

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Titans and Buccaneers, with QBs joined at the hip, are racing to top of NFL

With Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston, the Titans and Bucs are on similar, promising paths to Super Bowl contention. Who will get there first?

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Young Cowboys are about to learn the challenges of high expectations

Ezekiel Elliott, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys set a high bar in 2016. Things will not be as easy in 2017 as Super Bowl expectations enter the equation.

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For Raiders, Super Bowl expectation is a dangerous force

The Raiders are under enormous pressure to contend for a championship in 2017. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why such expectations are so tough to overcome.

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NFL players need to stop complaining about NBA money

NFL contracts are not and likely never will be worth as much as those in the NBA. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why football players need to get over it.

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Why and how the Pittsburgh Steelers are football's model franchise

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why he has nothing but respect for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Rooney family.

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Former NFL GM: Why I would sign Colin Kaepernick ... under a few conditions

Yes, if former NFL GM Jeff Diamond ran a team today and needed a QB, he would sign Colin Kaepernick. But not without some parameters.

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Andrew Luck already running out of time to join all-time greats at QB

Yes, Andrew Luck needs more help. But greatness at QB is judged by Super Bowls, and the Colts passer has a lot of catching up to do.

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Predators have transformed Nashville during Stanley Cup Final run

This is not the Nashville former Titans president Jeff Diamond is used to. This is Smashville, and the Predators have changed everything during their run to the Stanley Cup Final.

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Odell Beckham Jr. must be careful: Don't enrage the wrong people

Odell Beckham Jr. missing OTAs will not please Giants GM Jerry Reese and team owner John Mara as they ponder whether to make him the highest paid receiver in the NFL.

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Seahawks, Richard Sherman need to break up sooner rather than later

The relationship between Richard Sherman and Seattle has deteriorated. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why that means the corner needs to be moved ASAP.

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Jay Cutler hire by Fox Sports is an affront to football fans

From personal experience, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why Jay Cutler is a dour, arrogant, unfriendly, unlikable former player and a terrible hire for Fox.

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Both Browns and Patriots blew it with lack of Jimmy Garoppolo trade on draft day

Maybe Cleveland should have offered more. Maybe New England should have accepted less. Either way, the Browns and Patriots missed a draft-day trade opportunity that would have been ideal for both.

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How NFL Draft risks like Joe Mixon are weighed and managed

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains how teams approach a prospect like Joe Mixon, whose character concerns will force a draft-day slide despite his talent.

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Panthers GM under intense pressure to find Cam Newton help in NFL Draft

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why now is the time for Carolina to draft the help Cam Newton clearly needs.

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NFL Draft period's annual overkill is bad for GMs, prospects alike

The build-up to the NFL Draft is the biggest waste of time and money in the sport, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond writes.

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Raiders GM Reggie McKenzie voted Sporting News Executive of the Year for 2016

Reggie McKenzie's peers, other NFL team executives, selected him as the Sporting News Executive of the Year for 2016.

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Age only begins to explain free agency struggles of Adrian Peterson, Darrelle Revis

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience why current execs are staying far away from the likes of Adrian Peterson and Darrelle Revis in free agency.

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Brock Osweiler disaster a lesson for all NFL teams, not just Texans

Houston now knows what not to do when and if it goes after Tony Romo. Its Brock Osweiler mess reminds all NFL teams, though, of what not to do in free agency.

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Don't buy the Patriots' public posturing about not trading Jimmy Garoppolo

Bill Belichick is well established as the best coach and the best GM in the NFL today. He may be the best poker player, too. Because he's sure doing a good job of bluffing on his Jimmy Garoppolo trade intentions.

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Chiefs need to treat Eric Berry like the superstar he is

If Kansas City fails to sign star safety Eric Berry to a long-term deal, it will send a terrible message to the rest of its players.

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Tony Romo trade, free agency signing could be a career-ending mistake for a GM

Will a team trade for Tony Romo or sign him as a free agent? Former NFL general manager Jeff Diamond says either option is a terrible idea.

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Why Patriots are in position to pull off first Super Bowl repeat since ... Patriots

The factors that often doom Super Bowl repeat bids are but a blip on New England's radar.

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Defensive-oriented Super Bowl coaches go against the current NFL grain

Dan Quinn and Bill Belichick might be making teams that recently hired offensive-minded head coaches a little nervous.

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Falcons built for sustained success thanks to healthy coach-GM relationship

This Super Bowl run might be only the beginning for Atlanta thanks to an ideal front office situation.

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For teams playing on NFL's toughest weekend, top-tier QBs are most comforting

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience what exactly it means to have a great quarterback lead a conference title game effort.

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Why Odell Beckham Jr., Giants boat party is so troubling for an NFL GM

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond felt for Giants brass when he heard about the wide receiver boat party in Miami last week.

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NFL playoff teams must have ignored talk of a devalued running game

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond sees no coincidence in the 2017 NFL playoffs participants all having strong rushing attacks.

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Cowboys don't want to see red-hot Packers in the playoffs

If Dallas and Green Bay meet in the playoffs, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond likes the Packers' chances.

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NFL GM perspective: Why Christian McCaffrey, Leonard Fournette are making mistakes

Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette skipping their bowl games really rubs former NFL GM Jeff Diamond the wrong way.

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Giants are showing everybody how NFL free agency is supposed to work

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond admits it: He did not expect New York's free-agent signings to work out this well.

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Titans will be playoff contenders for years thanks to brilliant trades

Tennessee's former team president is impressed by the the team's quick, smart rebuild.

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Titans will be playoff contenders for years thanks to brilliant trades

Tennessee's former team president is impressed by the the team's quick, smart rebuild.

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Multitude of injuries leads to frustration for Vikings, but can't be an excuse

How does an NFL team go from a 5-0 anticipated Super Bowl contender to a 6-5 team fighting for a playoff spot? Injuries to multiple key starting players is the easy answer, especially when one position group is hit extra hard.

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Bengals have seen Andy Dalton's best, and it's not good enough

Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond thinks it's time for Cincinnati to find a new quarterback.

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Packers' problems begin, but definitely don't end with Mike McCarthy

Don't expect a quick fix in Green Bay. The entire organization is out of sync.

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It's time for Jared Goff to be the Rams' starting quarterback

Jeff Fisher says Case Keenum will start this week at the Jets. But at the first sign of trouble for the Rams' offense, give the ball to Goff and let the chips fall where they may.

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Cam Newton's selfish, egotistical act is getting old, not MVP-worthy

Panthers QB Cam Newton needs to get his act together. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why.

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Dak Prescott vs. Tony Romo is Jason Garrett’s call, and it might be easy

Jerry Jones needs to stay away from the Cowboys' QB decision. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why.

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For disappointing NFL teams, fans' pain is nothing compared to what GMs, coaches feel

Trust us, Panthers, Jets, Bengals and Colts fans. The leaders of your teams are much more bummed than you.

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Vikings' dominance stuns everybody but those who are responsible

Coach Mike Zimmer and GM Rick Spielman turned Minnesota into a title contender — quickly.

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Falcons' Matt Ryan is equally cool with or without his disrespectful critics

Matt Ryan's critics are silent right now, but you wouldn't know it based on the Falcons QB's demeanor.

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Eagles a threat in NFC with Carson Wentz thanks to brilliant management, coaching

Thank GM Howie Roseman and coach Doug Pederson for Philadelphia's early success this season.

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Time for Cowboys to find out what they actually have in Dak Prescott

Forget everything you think you know about Dallas QB Dak Prescott.

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