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August 22nd, 2021
Denver Broncos announce Teddy Bridgewater as starting quarterback.
Head Coach Vic Fangio has seen enough after two preseason games to make Teddy Bridgewater his starting quarterback. The announcement was a bit of a shock as it seemed that incumbent Drew Lock would get the nod. Bridgewater played well with the starters and backups, whereas Lock was inconsistent. A setback for Lock, no question, but he could very well still play if Bridgewater struggles.
Despite Lock showing growth from last season, he still struggled with pre-snap reads, pocket presence, and huddle command. Areas that Bridgewater excels at, which makes up for his lack of arm talent compared to Lock. With Bridgewater at the helm, it appears that the Broncos will be in the quarterback market in 2022.
Trevor Lawrence was announced as the starter in Jacksonville.
Despite Urban Meyer insisting that Gardner Minshew had a chance to win the starting job, the writing was on the wall. First overall pick Trevor Lawrence will be taking snaps from under center against the Houston Texans in week one. Minshew should immediately become trade bait for a team looking for a quality backup. With 20 career starts, he makes sense for a team like Dallas that needs an insurance policy for Prescott.
Lawrence is shouldering the arduous task of being the savior for the Jaguars franchise. From the limited action in the preseason, it’s clear that it will be a process. Coming off of a 1-15 season is no easy feat, even for a player as highly touted as Lawrence. Losing fellow rookie Travis Etienne for the season will not help matters, as he was projected as the lead back in Jacksonville.
August 22nd, 2021
Jordan Love is expected to be back at practice this week after being sidelined with a shoulder injury.
After leaving the Green Bay Packer's first preseason game early, Love missed the second game with a nagging shoulder injury. He likely will be missing the final game of the preseason, but he's expected to practice this week and be ready to back up Aaron Rodgers for the start of the season.
August 19th, 2021
Former Notre Dame wide receiver breaks his forearm at Rams practice.
The former Fighting Irish receiver, Ben Skowronek, broke his arm at Rams practice and is expected to miss up to six weeks. With Robert Woods, Cooper Kupp, and Van Jefferson already having set roles, Skowronek was fighting for a roster spot in his rookie season. The Rams could put him on IR. The seventh-round rookie will have an uphill battle at making a roster spot. More to come.
August 17th, 2021
The Jacksonville Jaguars release tight end, Tim Tebow.
After an experimental comeback to the NFL, Tebow switched from being a quarterback to now being a tight end. The experiment did not go well, as Tebow was mocked on social media for his blocking ability. Tebow appears to have played his final snap as an NFL player.
August 15th, 2021
Green Bay Packers quarterback undergoes an MRI.
The future quarterback for the Packers, Jordan Love, left the first preseason game early and isn't likely to be ready for the second one. He is dealing with a shoulder injury, but the MRI showed no structural damage. Missing time will be a significant hindrance to the development of Love and will determine how ready he is if he needs to start under center.
August 13th, 2021
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller's injury is not concerning.
The Raiders tight end has missed the past two weeks of training camp, but there is plenty of optimism that he will be fine and ready for the start of the season. Waller had a monster season, catching 107 passes for 1196 yards and nine touchdowns. If he's able to start the season and remain healthy, he could be in for a monster season.
August 11th, 2021
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz and offensive lineman Quenton Nelson could be available for the start of the season.
Despite both Wentz and Nelson having surgery on their feet, they appear to be trending to a return to the football field for week one of the NFL season. Both backup quarterbacks Jacob Eason and Sam Ehlinger have been getting first-team reps with Wentz dealing with his foot injury. The Colts look like they could be saved by having their starter under center to begin the season. Something to note, the Philadelphia Eagles will get a first-round pick in return for their trade earlier this offseason if Wentz can play 75% of the snaps this year.
August 10th, 2021
Rookie quarterback, Justin Fields, has impressed coaches in his first camp with the Chicago Bears.
If you follow the NFL Draft Bible, you know that we have been fans of Fields for quite some time. Having early success doesn't come to much surprise. He's been making accurate throws downfield and proving to be able to make throws on the run. Adjusting his arm angle and remaining accurate is something that Fields has seemed to improve at early in camp. He's been running with the second team, but this could make for an exciting quarterback battle as we enter the preseason.
August 9th, 2021
Rookie wide receiver, Ja'Marr Chase, has not been finding much success early on at Bengals camp.
The first receiver off the board in the 2021 NFL Draft, Chase was regarded as one of the most electrifying players in college football. He won the Biletnikoff Award in 2019 when the LSU Tigers won the National Championship. Chase sat out last year's college football season and declared for the NFL Draft. The year off seems to be something that has hindered him early on in his rookie season. He appears to be still trying to get used to life in the NFL and the new offense. With his talent, there is still plenty of time for him to prove why the Bengals took him with the fifth overall pick.
August 8th, 2021
Cincinnati Bengal's quarterback, Joe Burrow, will not play in the team's first preseason game.
After an electrifying final college football season where Joe Burrow led the LSU Tigers to a National Championship, his rookie season ended quickly due to a torn ACL. Burrow is still in the process of getting back into football shape and making sure that his knee is fully healthy before returning to game action. The Bengals seem to be taking a cautious approach as they await for their franchise quarterback to get fully healthy.
August 6th, 2021
Cowboys proceeding cautiously with Dak Prescott’s recent injury
One player that didn’t make the trip to Canton, Ohio with the Cowboys was Dak Prescott. Prescott has a shoulder injury that has the Cowboys seeking second opinions. All reports say Prescott’s injury is uncommon due to the fact that it’s more of a baseball injury. After consulting with the Texas Rangers training staff, the Cowboys are confident Prescott will be ready by week one. This is fantastic news for a player that is already recovering from a traumatic ankle injury. Prescott could return for the last preseason game but most expect him to wait till week one.
August 5th, 2021
Jaylen Waddle is making the most of his opportunity at Dolphins camp.
“If a window of opportunity appears, don't pull down the shade.” This quote by Tom Peters must be ringing through rookie Jaylen Waddles head at Dolphins camp. Waddle is getting time at the outside receiver position with the first-team offense and is turning heads. DeVante Parker and Will Fuller have injuries keeping them sidelined from participating in training camp. Miami planned on using Waddle in the slot, but he is proving to be more versatile. If he can mix in outside routes and designed plays manufactured for him, Waddle could win the Rookie of the Year Award. Tua Tagovailoa will likely target Waddle often when Miami needs to stretch the field.
August 4th, 2021
Minnesota Vikings want to host the NFL Combine
The NFL Combine may be on the move and Minnesota would like a shot at hosting. Along with Dallas and longtime Combine home Indianapolis, Minnesota believes it would be a great fit for the pre-draft athletic testing event. Held in Indianapolis since 1987, the NFL Combine has become much more of a spectacle in recent years and rightfully so as it has become an attraction of sorts in order to show off the athletic ability of incoming NFL Draft prospects.
Whether or not the Combine will be moved out of Indianapolis remains to be seen, but with interest building from other cities it could become a prized event on the same scale as the NFL Draft. It will ultimately come down to the NFL deciding whether or not to take the Combine on the road. With interest building from other cities, it could be an opportunity to make the combine into something bigger than it already is.
Quenton Nelson is out for five to twelve weeks with a similar injury to Carson Wentz.
The Colts just can’t seem to catch a break in training camp as injuries are piling up. Carson Wentz was sidelined in week one of training camp to remove a bone fragment from his foot. Early reports have Wentz projected to be out for at least five to twelve weeks. Not even a week later, All-Pro guard Quenton Nelson suffers a similar injury. Head coach Frank Reich pointed out that Nelson’s injury was from a genetic abnormality that finally gave out. Nelson will be out for five to twelve weeks, similar to Carson Wentz, hoping it’s closer to five. Losing your starting quarterback and tone-setter on offense is no easy hurdle to overcome. Luckily for the Colts, they have drafted well in recent years and have sold options to fill the voids left.
August 3rd, 2021
Kenny Golladay Leaves Practice with Injury
Kenny Golladay leaves Giants practice with an apparent leg injury. The Giant’s number one option left training camp Tuesday with an apparent left leg injury. Video shows wide receiver, Kenny Golladay, pulling up and grabbing the back of his left leg at the end of a play. He was able to walk off of the field under his power with a medical staff member. This would be a massive blow to the Giant’s offense. Golladay missed most of 2020 with a hip injury and signed a four-year, 72 million dollar contract with New York. With the slew of injuries in 2020, the Giants would be smart to let Golladay rest if needed.
July 30th, 2021
Ezekiel Elliott’s workload is to be managed throughout the season.
In today’s NFL, it’s becoming rare that offenses employ a one running back system. Most teams are making it a point to have two players that can handle the workload of a full season. This is the case for the Dallas Cowboys, as they want to make sure Elliott is fresh for a playoff run. Head Coach Mike McCarthy stated recently that “we’ve got some younger guys that can play and produce.”
This would be a blessing in disguise for Elliott, who at times, was taking 88% of the snaps on offense. The Cowboys are making sure that Elliott doesn’t see anything close to 20 touches until the postseason. Tony Pollard showed that he is more than capable of carrying some of the burdens. Elliott should see 10-15 touches throughout the regular season at the most to keep his legs fresh.
July 29th, 2021
Aaron Rodgers explains factors that led to offseason tension with Packers.
Aaron Rodgers loves the Green Bay Packers, but he is not “in love” with the Packers. Rodgers pulled zero punches when asked about his tepid relationship with the franchise. The biggest issue for Rodgers was not having a say in personnel decisions. After 16 seasons, he felt his insight was being wasted as an asset.
Rodgers had a list of prominent former Packers that he felt were let go too soon. Even mentioning that some weren’t offered new contracts or lowballed in negotiations. Stating that most of these players felt slighted by the organization after departure.
His former teammates' feelings really weighed heavy on Rodgers this offseason. When the thought of retirement was brought up he said that he “seriously considered” hanging it up. Ultimately, he knew he still wanted to play and felt he had the ability to do so.
Packer fans should still feel uneasy about the future in Green Bay with Rodgers. Rodgers let it be known that there is no commitment past 2021 on either side. Being a lame-duck quarterback isn’t in Rodgers' plans. Citing that drafting Jordan Love forced his feelings to change on remaining a Packer.
July 28th, 2021
Malik Hooker signs with the Dallas Cowboys
After spending five months on the free-agent market, former Indianapolis Colt Malik Hooker signed a one-year deal with Dallas. The 2017 first-round pick will compete with former Altlanta Falcon Damontae Kazee; both are recovering from a torn Achilles. Kazee holds an advantage over Hooker having familiarity with Defensive Coordinator Dan Quinn’s scheme. Malik Hooker was a solid piece for the Colts snagging seven interceptions and 81 solo tackles over three seasons. He has a high ceiling assuming that he can get back to a semblance of his play pre-injury.
Deshaun Watson returns to Houston Texans Training Camp.
After spending his summer distancing himself from Houston, Deshaun Watson reported to Texans training camp on Tuesday. Watson was seen Wednesday in sweats taking snaps with the other quarterbacks. Reports from around camp are that Watson is remaining respectful but it’s clear he still wants out.
Since the reports of sexual assault were brought up against Watson, things have been quiet on all fronts. General Manager Nick Caserio remained silent on the issue of Watson’s status with the organization. The NFL’s investigation into the sexual assault allegations is ongoing and active as of reporting. Watson is free to participate in training camp activities with no restrictions.
Randall Cobb traded back to the Green Bay Packers.
Aaron Rodgers wasted little time making his presence felt back in Titletown after a tumultuous off-season. It’s clear that Rodgers wanted more say in personnel and used that leverage to get Randall Cobb back in Green Bay. Cobb was a star in Green Bay from the onset of his career by carving out a slot receiver and returner role.
When Cobb left the Packers in free agency, he ranked sixth in franchise history in receptions and 11th in both receiving yards and touchdowns. Cobb’s role upon return has yet to be determined and depends on his overall health. The Packers drafted wide receiver Amari Rodgers in the third round to fill the void Cobb left years ago.
Miami Dolphins cornerback, Xavien Howard, has asked to be traded.
There has been a lot of speculation on Howard's future in Miami. He is entering the third year of his contract (five years total), and he and his agent have proposed adjustments to his contract, which would allow him to be paid fairly as one of the best corners in the NFL. Unfortunately, the Dolphins have rejected every offer they proposed.
In an Instagram post, Howard announced his displeasure with the team and stated his grievances. Just a day ago, Howard reported to training camp, which seemed unlikely with the contract negotiations at a stalemate. The waters are a bit murky for Howard and the Dolphins, with this news likely to be the headline in Miami throughout.
July 27th, 2021
New Orleans Saints place star wide receiver on the PUP list.
Earlier in the week, it was reported that Michael Thomas will need roughly 6-8 weeks for the repaired ligament in his ankle to fully heal. - Source: NewOrleans.football Nick Underhill.
Thomas is able to come off the PUP list during training camp, but if he is still on the list when the season starts, he will miss the first six games of the season. The Saints have a bye in week six of the regular season.
With the potential 6-8 weeks of recovery, Thomas is likely to miss part of the season and will also have to worry about being in football shape when that time comes.
According to Adam Schefter, the Green Bay Packers are likely to restructure the contract for Aaron Rodgers to address his issues.
The contract structure is to address issues he has with the team and how they have supported the cast around him. There is a void to be put into place that would cancel out the final year of his deal. This would also allow Rodgers to leave without the Packers being able to place any sort of tag on him that would keep him in Green Bay. This actually frees up some cap space for the Packers.
The deal is not official yet and more is to come. We likely have an ending of Rodgers in Green Bay at some point in the near future and it is likely he is in green and gold to start the season.
July 23rd, 2021
Despite ongoing contract negotiations, Stephon Gilmore reported to New England Patriots training camp.
All offseason, there were speculations about Gilmore's future in New England. He has reported to training camp and was placed on the PUP list with a quad injury.
The 31-year-old and former defensive player of the year will look to get healthy and return to the field for the start of the NFL season.
Gilmore has been arguably the best cornerback in the NFL over the past few years. During his DPOY season in 2019, he had 53 total tackles, six interceptions, and two defensive touchdowns. He'll look to return to that form this year and potentially land another big contract, despite his age.
July 21st, 2021
The San Francisco 49ers make Fred Warner the highest-paid linebacker.
Bobby Wagner was previously the highest-paid, making $18 million per year. Warner's new extension is valued at $19 million per year, and he will make $95 million through 2026 with $40.5 million guaranteed.
Warner was selected 70th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft and is just 24 years old. He has been very productive for the Niners, racking up 367 tackles, four sacks, three interceptions, and scoring a touchdown for their defense. Warner made the first-team All-Pro squad last season. He's been highly productive for the Niners and now is locked in with them for the foreseeable future.
July 20th, 2021
Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers is expected to miss the entire 2021 NFL season with a torn Achilles.
After a promising end to a rookie season, Akers will, unfortunately, be out for what is likely the entire season. He was likely in line for a massive workload this year.
The Rams rookie running back rushed the ball 145 times last year for 625 yards and two touchdowns. Four hundred twenty-four of those yards came in the last five weeks of the season.
With Akers on the shelf for the foreseeable future, the Rams will turn to the former Memphis running back, Darrell Henderson. There was a lot of hype surrounding Henderson when he came out of college, but he hasn't put up the numbers many were expecting. He's entering the third year of his career and will look to make a huge impact on the Ram's offense. Henderson is currently going at the back of the 10th round in fantasy football drafts. That's likely to spike significantly.
July 19th, 2021
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver is hoping to expand his charity work in Arizona.
Hopkins has been a staple in the community for whatever city he is playing for. With COVID-19 being a major factor in everyone's lives last year, he didn't have the opportunity he would have liked to make a significant impact on Arizona during his first year with the team. Expect that to change after his comments in an interview with TMZ Sports.
Hopkins and his mother have a charity called S.M.O.O.T.H. This charity is meant to help women who have been affected by domestic violence. He also created a cereal line with all proceeds going to the S.M.O.O.T.H. foundation.
July 17th, 2021
Cole Beasley being released this offseason is not entirely ruled out.
Beasley was outspoken about the vaccine earlier this offseason that sparked a lot of speculation over his future with the Buffalo Bills.
Beasley was quoted saying: "I will be outside doing what I do. I'll be out in public. If you're scared of me, then steer clear, or get vaccinated. I may die of covid, but I'd rather die actually living. I'm not going to take meds for a leg that isn't broken. I'd rather take my chances with Covid and build up my immunity that way. I'll play for free this year to live life how I've lived it from day one. If I'm forced into retirement, so be it."
Beasley later said: “I don’t want to be any more of a distraction to my team so that’s where I’m leaving it. Something needed to be said, so I said it. I don’t regret any of it, that’s how I feel.” Per - Forth Worth Star-Telegram.
If the Bills are to release Beasley, they would take a cap hit of $2 million this year and $1.5 million over the next two seasons.
July 16th, 2021
New Orleans Saints defensive lineman, David Onyemata, said on an Instagram post that he tested positive for a banned substance.
Onyemata said he did not know he was taking a substance that was banned by the NFL is has started looking at what he was taking that could have led to the positive test. The 28-year-old likely will face a suspension this year, which will be a big hit to the Saint's defense. Onyemata was one of the better defensive linemen in the NFL last year, sacking the quarterback seven times and forcing 29 hurries.
July 15th, 2021
Wife of Dwayne Haskins, Kalabrya Gondrezick-Haskins, facing domestic violence charge.
Gondrezick-Haskins is facing a felony charge of battery and domestic violence after reportedly punching Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins in the face. This incident occurred earlier this month in a Las Vegas hotel room. The injuries were significant as Haskins had a split upper lip and a missing upper tooth. More to come.
July 14th, 2021
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Former San Francisco 49ers cornerback, Richard Sherman, was booked this morning at the Seattle Correctional Facility for "Burglary Domestic Violence" and was denied bail. The police are investigating the alleged crime as a felony - per NBC Sports EDGE. Suspects charged with domestic violence cases typically are not released until they appear before a judge. Philadelphia Eagles corner, Darius Slay, was rumored to be linked to recruiting Sherman to sign with the Eagles earlier this offseason. Sherman has also shown interest in returning to Seattle, where he has a home. As we get further into the offseason and training camps right around the corner, this blurs the future for the 33-year-old defensive back finding a team any time soon. Sherman has told Rapoport that he isn't willing to play on the veteran minimum and his preference is to join a contender. More to come.
Update: Redmond Police Department told ESPN that it is standard procedure to deny bail to suspects of a domestic violence charge. A 911 call was placed at 2 a.m. that came from the residence. An adult male that did not reside at the location was attempting to enter the home forcefully. A fight with the police happened outside of the house, but the situation subsided, and the suspect was taken to a hospital, where he was later medically cleared and booked at King County Correctional Facility. No one was injured inside the home.
Update: To add, Washington State Police are recommending DUI and hit-and-run misdemeanor charges against Sherman. This comes after an investigation of a single-car incident near a construction zone - per Matt Barrows of The Athletic.
A quote from Richard Sherman’s wife, Ashley Moss, told The Seattle Times: “He didn’t harm anybody. My kids were not harmed in the incident. He’s a good person and this is not his character. We’re doing all right, just trying to get him out. I want people to know no one was injured.”
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New York Jets placed the franchise tag on defensive back Marcus May during the offseason, and he likely plays the year without a new contract. Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday that the Jets have yet to respond to Maye's latest offer. That offer has since been revoked. By playing on the tag for the upcoming NFL season, Maye will earn $10.61 million. However, the Jets offered him a contract but would be significantly less money this year if he were to accept and not play on the franchise tag. From an earlier report from Rapoport, Maye rejected the offer after learning that he would have received a higher offer and more guaranteed money if he were to hit free agency. Maye had a solid year last year, tallying 88 total tackles, including two sacks and two interceptions. The Jet's safety is likely to hit free agency after the upcoming season.
Allen Robinson and the Chicago Bears are not expected to reach a long-term extension - as reported by Ian Rapoport. The deadline to sign new contracts or extensions is July 15th, and there is no sign that a contract is in the works for Robinson. He will earn $17.98 million this year while playing on the franchise tag, and there have been very little talks over the past months - as reported by Tom Pelissero. Robinson attended mandatory minicamp in June and plans to report for the start of training camp later this month. He has been a bright spot on the Bear's offense over the past two years, totaling more than 1,000 yards in each of those seasons - 1,147 (2019) and 1,250 (2020). The future is up in the air for Robinson in Chicago. He could end up being traded before the trade deadline (November 3rd) or play out the deal and hit free agency in the offseason. It looks improbable that the two parties will get a deal done to keep Robinson in Chicago.
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Is there a chance Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers gets traded to the Denver Broncos? Peyton Manning doesn't see it happening. The offseason saga continues with Rodgers as we wait and see what his plans are for the upcoming NFL season. The Hall of Fame quarterback, who spent time with the Broncos and won a Super Bowl, has little hope of Denver trading for the All-Pro quarterback. Rodgers earned NFL MVP honors for the 2020 season and has been spectacular for Green Bay despite only winning one Super Bowl. If Rodgers is traded, the Packers will have to turn to the second-year quarterback and former first-round pick, Jordan Love.
July 13th, 2021
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Former first-round pick, N'Keal Harry, plans to attend training camp. The New England Patriots wide receiver previously requested a trade and was slapped with a fifth-round pick as his best return in a trade. Harry has been extremely disappointing during his two years with the Patriots. In that time, he has racked up just 414 yards on 45 catches and four touchdowns. This is not what the Patriots were expecting after taking him, as they selected him with the final pick in the first round. The Patriots have a wide receiver room that doesn't possess a ton of talent, but Harry hasn't shown any sign of becoming a quality contributor any time soon, and he is running out of time to prove he's worth rostering.
Chicago Bears running back, David Montgomery could be in line for more carries this season. Head Coach Matt Nagy has stated that he wants 20 rushing attempts per game for their lead back. While the verdict is still out on Montgomery, this could be the year that he takes a major step forward in his ability to produce. Nagy has been quoted saying "we feel like we’re going to have a great opportunity offensively to do what we need to do." He went on to say "The time is now, we know that and we’re looking forward to it.” Last year, Montgomery was able to reach 1,070 yards and scored eight times. He proved to be productive in the passing game, catching 54 passes for 438 yards and two touchdowns. With Nagy's words and the potential of added production, Montgomery could have a big year for the Bears. He's just 24 years old, heading into his third season in the NFL. Currently, Montgomery is being drafted as the 38th overall player in fantasy football drafts, according to Fantasy Football Calculator.
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The Los Angeles Rams unveil new 'modern throwback' uniforms. The uniforms will be worn in three games this season — during their season opener against the Bears, in Week nine against the Titans, and against the 49ers on Monday Night Football in Week ten. The new jerseys are meant to honor all of the great teams the Rams franchise has had. Former Rams wide receiver, Torry Holt, was quoted saying, "That has championship written all over it." After the NFL has allowed there to be more than one helmet design, Los Angeles also plans to look for alternate helmet concepts that plan to debut for the 2022 NFL season. After a questionable decision on their previous uniform and logo decision, the new 'modern throwback' look is sure to get a positive response from NFL fans.
The NFL Players Association has partnered with Wheels Up to launch a community outreach program to extend private aviation benefits to players. Wheels Up will donate $1,000 to the NFLPA Community MVP program, which distributes funds to the foundation or charity of choice of each weekly Community MVP winner. Wheels Up will also provide opportunities and mentorship in areas NFL players may want to pursue after their playing career. - Stephanie Chung, Chief Growth Officer at Wheels Up: "Wheels Up is proud to team up with the NFLPA and introduce the NFL players and their families to our total aviation solution for their personal and professional travel needs. We have always aligned with individual champions throughout the NFL, such as Russell Wilson, J.J. Watt, and Tom Brady to launch our Meals Up initiative with Feeding America and are thrilled to further our philanthropic relationship with all players going through ongoing initiatives that give back to our communities." - Gina Scott, Vice President of Partner Servies at NFL Players Inc.: "NFL players around the league dedicate their lives to protecting their communities and finding ways to serve their hometowns and team cities, even during the season when time off the field is very limited. Partnering with such a trusted private aviation company like Wheels UP that also puts an emphasis on philanthropic programs reinforces the power and impact players make in their communities and aligns with shared values of our membership."
