Motivation & NFL

We are talking about Motivation Wednesday, and the NFL is back. Cowboys are releasing QB Joe Milton. Former Cowboys RB Jaydon Blue, released Sunday, is signing with the Eagles' practice squad. Amid fruitless extension talks with starting cornerback Joey Porter Jr., Steelers general manager Omar Khan said Monday the organization's policy of not negotiating contracts during the regular season remains in place. Veteran QB Josh Johnson is signing with the Bengals practice squad. Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. has officially switched back to No. 13. The Los Angeles Angels are being sold to Rams owner Stan Kroenke and Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. The Lions placed RB Isiah Pacheco on injured reserve due to a back injury that will sideline him for at least four games. Former Cowboys QB Joe Milton cleared waivers today and is now a free agent. The 49ers leave today for Australia and arrive Friday to continue preparations for next Thursday night/Friday morning opener against the Los Angeles Rams. Raiders officially named Kirk Cousins their starting QB.