The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Adin Link

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LSU’s Heisman-winning quarterback Joe Burrow will likely be claimed as the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

The Pitt News NFL Mock Draft 2.0

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
March 16, 2020
LSU quarterback Joe Burrow runs away from Clemson defensive end Justin Foster during the College Football Playoff final.

The Pitt News NFL Mock Draft 1.0

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
February 7, 2020
Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick fights off Eagles defenders in the third quarter. The Eagles were called for roughing the passer on the play.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Crucial additions for fantasy playoffs

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
December 4, 2019
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield scrambles out of the pocket looking for a receiver in the first half, Nov. 14, 2019, at FirstEnergy Stadium.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Ride out Scarbrough, Hines during final byes

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 20, 2019
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Nick Foles (7) looks for a receiver during his opening drive Sunday, Sept. 8.

Waiver Wire Weekly: As injury bug exits, playoff push enters

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 13, 2019
Ronald Jones rushed for a career-high 75 yards in the Bucs' 31-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Ride Carr, Jones to victory

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
Daniel Jones (8) of the New York Giants throws a second-half pass against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Ford Field in Detroit. The Lions won the game 31-26.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Struggling quarterbacks could make key additions

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins prepares to pass during the NFL game against the Detroit Lions on Oct. 20 in Detroit.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Johnson, Stills in line for elevated work

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 22, 2019
Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Thomas Davis (58) brings down Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams (30).

Waiver Wire Weekly: Williams, Tate could serve as crucial fill-ins

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 16, 2019
Teddy Bridgewater (5) of the New Orleans Saints throws the ball during the second half of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Mercedes Benz Superdome on Oct. 6 in New Orleans.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Surviving the Week 6 byes

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 8, 2019
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the New York Giants on Sept. 22 in Tampa, Florida.

Waiver Wire Weekly: No superstars, no problem

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 1, 2019
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson picks up a first down before being stopped by Arizona Cardinals free safety Antoine Bethea in the first quarter on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Backups step up on splintered rosters

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
September 17, 2019
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass during their NFL preseason game against the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field in Detroit, on Friday, Aug. 23.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Rookie receivers and runners will pay dividends down the road

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
September 10, 2019
Byron Murphy returns the interception 66 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter against Utah Nov. 30, 2018, in Santa Clara, California. The University of Washington beat the University of Utah 10-3.

The Pitt News NFL Mock Draft 2.0

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
March 8, 2019
Former running back Qadree Ollison will be the only Pitt player participating in the NFL Combine this year.

Early look at the NFL Combine

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
February 27, 2019
Duke redshirt junior quarterback Daniel Jones (17) at October’s matchup with Pitt.

The Pitt News NFL Mock Draft 1.0

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
February 8, 2019
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Vance McDonald (89) reacts after scoring a second-half touchdown during the team’s 20-17 victory against the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 12, 2017, in Indianapolis.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Welcome to Playoffs

By Adin Link, Staff Wrtier
December 4, 2018
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) scores a touchdown after making a cut on the Los Angeles Rams’ Troy Hill (32) in the first half during a preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Aug. 9.

Waiver Wire: It’s crunch time

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 26, 2018
Philadelphia Eagles running back Josh Adams runs against Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey during the third quarter on Oct. 28.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Countdown to Fantasy Playoffs

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws in the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Cleveland Browns look promising under new leadership

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
November 6, 2018
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Otha Peters wraps up Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones in the third quarter during a preseason game on Aug. 30 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won, 33-21.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Filling in the holes of Week 9

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) runs for some yardage against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 9, 2018, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.

Waiver wire weekly: Jesse James to bring the game

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 23, 2018
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Ryan Smith (29) stops Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement (30) on a punt return during the fourth quarter on Sept. 16 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Clement, Coutee are top options

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu scores a touchdown for a 35-30 lead over the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter Sunday in Atlanta.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Add Joe Flacco before Ohio

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
October 1, 2018
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley catches his second touchdown pass of the day past New Orleans Saints defender P.J. Williams during the second quarter on Sunday in Atlanta, GA.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Keenum to regain momentum

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
September 24, 2018
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws during the first day of training camp practice in Tampa, Florida, on July 26.

Waiver Wire Weekly: Fitzmagic casts spell in time for Week 3

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
September 17, 2018
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws during the first day of training camp practice in Tampa, Florida, on July 26.

Weekly Waiver Wire

By Adin Link, Staff Writer
September 13, 2018
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