Cabache's Corner

It was about time Le’Veon Bell was off the New York Jets. It’s strange saying that considering he joined the team in 2019, but when the GM who signed him was fired before the season started it was clear something was wrong.  Head coach Adam Gase and Bell never seemed on the same page, and there was a constant sense of animosity between the two. Those impressions have obviously borne out, as after just 17 games, and $28 million, Le’Veon Bell is a free agent . His release, however, comes after weeks of efforts to trade the running back. In fact, the Jets’ efforts to trade Bell date back to last year’s trade deadline. But alas, no takers. For a back of Bell’s talent, it seems shocking there would be no takers, even for late-round pick compensation. While the trade market may have never get going, the free agency market should be bigger, with several teams already rumored to be interested. Below are the teams I see as the best fits or most likely destinations.  Chicago Bears ...

Week 5 of the NFL provided a lot of drama, including the first head coach firing of the season. The 0-5 Washington Redskins, rightfully, parted ways with Jay Gruden after five disappointing years in the role. It also left teams asking many questions about where they are and left fans, analysts and experts alike questioning the officiating of the game. Here are my Week 5 observations. Parity is sky high If it wasn’t already obvious, Sunday Night Football only proved the level of parity in the NFL right now. On a weekly basis I wouldn’t be surprised if any team lost to virtually any opponent – save the Miami Dolphins, Washington Redskins, Cincinnati Bengals and New York Jets. Even the New England Patriots look vulnerable, they just have a defense that is currently on pace to be the unquestioned greatest of all time. For example, if you’d watched the Houston Texans this week you wouldn’t believe the Carolina Panthers had beaten them 16-10 in Houston last week, or that...