Month: January 2025

Even with new minority owner Tom Brady in the picture, the Las Vegas Raiders are still an unattractive destination for head-coaching candidates. The Raiders failed to lure Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, whom the Chicago Bears hired as their next head coach on Monday. The Athletic’s Dianna Russini said

January 21st, 2025 at 6:50pm CST by Ben Levine One minor move to pass along: Cincinnati Bengals It’s a one-year extension for Cam Grandy, who can now avoid exclusive rights free agency and stick with the Bengals through the offseason. As a 24-year-old undrafted rookie, Grandy started six of his

Before Tom Brady and Bill Belichick had some kind of falling out that resulted in Brady leaving the New England Patriots as a free agent in March 2020, they became the greatest quarterback-coach duo in NFL history as they guided the franchise to six Super Bowl championships.  During the latest episode of the SiriusXM

The Jaguars were one of the three teams heavily linked to Ben Johnson. The in-demand staffer wound up being hired by the Bears, though, leaving Jacksonville in need of pivoting to a contingency plan. It appears a favorite amongst the remaining candidates has emerged. Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times

As recently as earlier this fall, some members of the NFL community suggested that Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce was distracted and not fully committed to the cause amid his slow start to the season and his much-publicized relationship with entertainment superstar Taylor Swift.  During a recent appearance

Today’s reserve/futures contracts: Atlanta Falcons WR David Sills Baltimore Ravens OT Corey Bullock, WR Malik Cunningham, G Darrian Dalcourt, LB William Kwenkeu, QB Devin Leary, TE Zaire Mitchell-Paden, DE Adedayo Odeleye, DT Basil Okoye, DE C.J. Ravenell, WR Dayton Wade Carolina Panthers LB Carlos Basham, TE James Mitchell Detroit Lions

While several teams around the NFL are trying to find their next head coach, the Minnesota Vikings already have the man they believe in for their job.  They are also taking great steps to make sure he does not get away anytime soon. The Vikings announced on Tuesday that they

TODAY, 8:25pm: NFL Network’s Jane Slater reports that the Cowboys met with Schottenheimer for “well over” three and a half hours. The two sides “talked about everything,” and the team is notably considering Schottenheimer for the head coaching role or his current OC gig. Of course, Schottenheimer’s chances of retaining

There is a widespread perception that the NFL officials are favoring the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes. The latest statistic to go viral certainly won’t change that notion. ESPN shared a statistic this week showing how the Chiefs have won the penalty battle in their playoff games over the

John Fassel is heading to Tennessee. The Titans are hiring the long-time coach to be their special teams coordinator, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. “Bones” has been coaching in the NFL since 2005. He previously held the ST coordinator title at three stops, and he’s often been paired with

The New England Patriots and Josh McDaniels simply can not quit going back to each other. McDaniels is reportedly headed back to New England for a third time to serve as the team’s offensive coordinator, according to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport on Tuesday night.  He will be

With Aaron Glenn trending towards New York, there’s a good chance that one of his soon-to-be-former assistants will be a hot name on the DC market. According to Jordan Schultz, Lions linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard is expected to be a candidate for open defensive coordinator jobs. [RELATED: Jets Moving Toward

Ben Johnson is the new head coach of the Chicago Bears.  Whether or not he can translate his massive success as offensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions into being a head coach is something we’ll have to wait and see to find out — because many great coordinators have tried

Today’s practice squad moves: Buffalo Bills Released: QB Anthony Brown Philadelphia Eagles Released: WR Elijah Cooks This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors

Some quarterbacks rapidly decline after impressive rookie seasons, but Washington Commanders rookie QB Jayden Daniels should have staying power.  Daniels has led the Commanders to their first NFC Championship Game in 33 years. In a piece published Tuesday, an NFC executive told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler that he’ll follow this up

The clear favorites for the Jets are known regarding both the head coach and general manager vacancies. Lions DC Aaron Glenn and Commanders AGM Lance Newmark are meeting in person with the team today, paving the way for a potential hire in both cases. New York’s reported intention is to work out

The most coveted head coaching candidate of the 2025 offseason has landed with the Chicago Bears. Just two days after the Detroit Lions lost to the Washington Commanders in the NFC Divisional playoff, offensive coordinator Ben Johnson took the job to lead Caleb Williams and the Bears. Johnson’s high-powered offense

January 21st, 2025 at 4:38pm CST by Adam La Rose Josh McDaniels is indeed returning to New England. The 2025 season will mark his third stint as offensive coordinator of the Patriots, as first reported by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. More to come… Follow @PFRumors This content was brought to

Would the Miami Dolphins consider trading wide receiver Tyreek Hill to an AFC East rival? In a piece published Tuesday, an NFC personnel man told ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler he expects the Dolphins to send Hill to the New England Patriots this offseason. “The Patriots are desperate. They need a guy, that

January 21st, 2025 at 3:35pm CST by Adam La Rose The Vikings have not waited long after the end of their season to work out an extension with Kevin O’Connell. Minnesota’s head coach has a new deal in place, the team announced on Tuesday. “Kevin is exactly who we believed

Alvin Kamara knows who he is casting his ballot for in the New Orleans Saints’ head-coaching race. The Saints star running back Kamara took to his X page on Tuesday to issue a public endorsement for the team’s head coach vacancy. Kamara expressed his support for Darren Rizzi, who finished

The Patriots are among the teams in need of a new offensive and defensive coordinator. The list of candidates to interview for the former position has expanded. New England met with Grant Udinski yesterday, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated reports. That makes him the third candidate to interview for the OC

Shortly after Jayden Daniels guided his Washington Commanders to an impressive 45-31 divisional-round playoff win at the top-seeded Detroit Lions this past weekend, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn made it clear he’s never seen a rookie quarterback perform as Daniels has since Week 1 of the campaign.  Philadelphia Eagles defensive

Darren Rizzi does not appear to be on track to land one of the remaining head coaching positions in this year’s hiring cycle. The Saints’ special teams coordinator is nevertheless an in-demand staffer at the moment. In the wake of the Bears reaching an agreement with Ben Johnson to become their next head

The list of candidates for the Cowboys’ head coaching position continues to grow. As Dallas ‘ search continues, an in-house staffer will be the next to be considered. Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer has an interview lined up with the Cowboys, as first reported by Ian Rapoport and Jane Slater of