Albert Breer is a senior reporter covering the NFL for Sports Illustrated and The MMQB, delivering the biggest stories and breaking news from across the league. He has been covering the NFL since 2005 and joined Sports Illustrated in 2016.
Breer began his career covering the New England Patriots for the MetroWest Daily News and Boston Herald from 2005-2007, then covered the Dallas Cowboys for the Dallas Morning News from 2007-2008. He wrote about the NFL for the Sporting News from 2008-2009 before returning to Massachusetts as the Boston Globe's National NFL Writer in 2009. From 2010-2016, Breer served as a national reporter for NFL Network.
In addition to his work at Sports Illustrated, Breer regularly appears on NBC Sports Boston, 98.5 The Sports Hub in Boston, FS1 with Colin Cowherd, The Rich Eisen Show and The Dan Patrick Show.
A 2002 graduate of Ohio State, Breer lives near Boston with his wife, a cardiac ICU nurse at Boston Children's Hospital, and their three children.
How Cowboys Will Handle Mike McCarthy’s Contract Year
It’s hard to see how Jerry Jones would make a decision based on the regular season. Plus, big-name players who could be traded, possible teams for Dak Prescott in 2025 and Mike Vrabel’s next move.
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SI’s MMQB Staff Debates the NFL’s Most Improved Teams
The drafting of two rookie quarterbacks and a wide receiver in the first round, plus the hiring of a new coach are the key reasons why these clubs caught their eye.
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SI’s MMQB Staff Debates the Best Offseason Moves
The Cowboys and 49ers decided to sign key players to extensions, while the Lions and Giants made two key additions to strengthen their defenses.
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Who Will Get the Most Money: Trevor Lawrence, Jordan Love or Tua Tagovailoa?
All three quarterbacks are now eligible for new contracts. Plus, answering your questions on Robert Kraft, Brandon Aiyuk, Harrison Butker, the Chargers and more.
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How Jared Goff’s Contract Impacts Tua Tagovailoa, Jordan Love and Brock Purdy
The Lions signal-caller is now part of the $50 million club, and the other three quarterbacks would be justified in asking for deals in the same range.
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Why Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers Were the First Two Receivers Drafted
Both assuaged any concerns held by the Cardinals and Giants in the 2024 NFL draft. Plus, more on the schedule release in Albert Breer's takeaways.
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Colts Coaches Explain Anthony Richardson’s Preparation for Year 2
When shoulder surgery sidelined him after four weeks, the quarterback got right to work so he could still gain as much experience as possible during his rookie season.
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The Patriots’ Post–Bill Belichick Front Office Is Finally Taking Shape
New England has never had an exec with the title of general manager during Robert Kraft’s tenure. Plus, great news on Joe Burrow, a top QB prospect for 2025 and more.
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