Minor NFL Transactions: 1/8/25
Today’s minor transactions: Los Angeles Chargers Philadelphia Eagles Tampa Bay Buccaneers Washington Commanders Designated to return from IR: TE Colson Yankoff Placed on IR: DT Haggai Ndubuisi A former first-round pick, Cine will get a third chance in Philadelphia. The Georgia-product has failed to gain much traction at his first
Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter to participate in public draft-day party in Boulder
Colorado stars Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter will not attend the April 24 draft in Green Bay. Colorado head coach Deion Sanders said during an appearance on ABC’s “Good Morning America” that the school will host a draft-day party at the CU Events Center. The event will allow fans to
49ers GM’s, HC’s comments hint at extension for Brock Purdy
An underwhelming year didn’t change how the San Francisco 49ers view quarterback Brock Purdy. Next season, Purdy is entering the final year of his rookie contract ( a four-year, $3.7M deal). On Wednesday, 49ers general manager John Lynch signaled they plan to extend their franchise QB. “Listen, I think what
The coaching carousel once against creates divided priorities for assistant coaches
From time to time, arguments are made that the entire hiring process for new head coaches should be delayed until after the Super Bowl. And there’s a very good reason for that. With coordinators of playoff teams among the prime candidates for new jobs, there simply aren’t enough hours in
NFL Reserve/Futures Contracts: 1/8/25
Wednesday’s reserve/futures deals around the NFL: Indianapolis Colts: T Jack Wilson Washington Commanders TE Lawrence Cager, T Anim Dankwah, RB Demetric Felton This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Bears are expected to interview Iowa State coach Matt Campbell
The Bears plan to interview Iowa State coach Matt Campbell for their head coaching vacancy, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports. The Bears announced they completed an interview with former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel on Wednesday. They have requested to interview Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, former Seahawks
QBs go back-to-back with top picks in 2025 NFL mock draft
The first games of the NFL’s wild-card weekend haven’t even kicked off yet, but mock draft season never ends. Whether it’s before the season starts or a few days before the playoffs, we’ve been getting 2025 NFL mock drafts at a steady clip for much of the 2024 season. It’s
Report: Raiders request interview with Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken
The Raiders have requested permission to interview Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. They join the Bears and Jaguars in their interest in Monken. Monken is in his second season with the Ravens, and quarterback Lamar Jackson won the MVP last season and could win
Jaguars Request Interview With Brian Flores
The Jaguars began their head coaching search by submitting an initial list of eight candidates they wish to interview. Another slip has been issued, adding to the staffers on the team’s radar. Jacksonville has requested an interview with Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, the team announced on Wednesday. This marks
PFT’s 2024 NFL coach of the year: Dan Campbell
He arrived with a bang, fueled by a vow to bite kneecaps. Three years later, he has transformed the perpetually dysfunctional Detroit Lions into one of the finest franchises in all of football. And, yes, the Lions were supposed to be good. Usually, the coach of the year is the
Greatest NFL Draft need for all NFC teams
With the regular season completed, the focus for most NFL teams has turned to the draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay. Before the first week of the NFL playoffs, Yardbarker NFL writers assess the greatest need for every team in the NFC. (Per NFL.com, here is the current NFL
Jaguars have requested interview with Brian Flores
Brian Flores could be going back to Florida. The former Dolphins coach and current Vikings defensive coordinator is on Jacksonville’s radar screen. The Jaguars have announced that they have requested permission to interview Flores. Flores has had a dramatic impact on the Minnesota defense, turning it around in two years
Thomas Dimitroff To Interview For Titans’ GM Job
After interviewing for the Jets’ open general manager position back in December, former Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff has continued his efforts to return to an NFL front office. Per Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com, Dimitroff is set to interview for the same job in Tennessee. Dimitroff has been out of
Report: Chris Spielman will interview for Jets G.M. job
The unsung hero of the resurgence of the Detroit Lions is finally getting his due. Chris Spielman, who carries the title of special assistant to the president/CEO and chairperson, will interview for the Jets’ G.M. job. The news was first reported by Anthony Rothman of 97.1 The Fan in Columbus.
Reporter downplays bombshell Bill Belichick rumor
Despite inquiries from NFL teams, North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick reportedly plans to stay put. On Wednesday, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini tweeted that Belichick has “no plans to return to the NFL” and is recruiting prospects in New Jersey. In December 2024, Belichick, 72, signed a
NFL plans to play Vikings-Rams in Los Angeles, but fires could force game to Arizona
The NFL is preparing for the possibility of having to move Monday night’s Vikings-Rams playoff game from Los Angeles to Arizona as a result of the wildfires raging across Southern California. “The NFL’s priority is the safety of the Los Angeles community. We are grateful for the tireless efforts of
Patriots Request Interview With Aaron Glenn
The Patriots have submitted a request to interview Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, per Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer. Glenn has now been requested by all six teams with a head coaching vacancy. He led Detroit’s defense to a top-1o scoring finish this season despite a myriad of injuries at all
Jalen Hurts listed as limited at Eagles practice
The Eagles had their top two quarterbacks on the practice field on Wednesday. Head coach Nick Sirianni said before practice that Hurts would take part in his first on-field work since suffering a concussion in Week 16 and he was listed as a limited participant on the team’s injury report.
The ‘2024-25 NFL sack leaders’ quiz
While quarterbacks get the majority of the attention in the NFL playoffs, those narratives can be wrecked by a particularly motivated defensive lineman. This postseason features many of the games most elite game-wreckers, including Houston’s Danielle Hunter. In his first year as a Texan, Hunter tallied 12 sacks and eclipsed
Jets complete interview with Matt Nagy
The Jets have wrapped up another interview with a head coaching candidate. The team announced the completion of their interview with Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy. They have also requested an interview with Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and are set to interview Chiefs assistant G.M. Mike Borgonzi, so they
49ers Promote Klay Kubiak To OC; Shanahan Still Calling Plays
The 49ers are promoting Klay Kubiak to offensive coordinator, per NBC Sports’ Matt Maiocco, though head coach Kyle Shanahan said that he will retain play-calling duties. Kubiak, who was the offensive passing game specialist in 2024, will become the 49ers’ first coach since Mike McDaniel to hold the title. There
Matt LaFleur: We’re anticipating Jalen Hurts is going to play
There is some uncertainty with the Packers’ quarterback situation entering wild card weekend, but the other side of the matchup seems more settled as the practice week begins. With Philadelphia’s Jalen Hurts returning to the practice field on Wednesday, Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur said his team is preparing
NFL X factors: AFC wild-card playoffs
Who will step up to lead their teams to the divisional round of the AFC playoffs? Here are the players we believe have the best shot. Baltimore Ravens | Derrick Henry | RB Baltimore went 1-1 in last year’s playoffs, beating Houston 34-10 in the divisional round and losing 17-10
Jordan Love says he’s “hopeful” he’ll play Sunday vs. Eagles
Packers quarterback Jordan Love was limited in Wednesday’s practice, but it’s certainly still possible — if not probable — that he’ll start Sunday’s game against the Eagles. Head coach Matt LaFleur told reporters in his press conference that Love (elbow) was able to throw and practiced on a limited basis,
Kliff Kingsbury Receiving HC Interest From At Least Four Teams
Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury has received interest from at least four teams for their head coaching vacancies, per veteran NFL insider Josina Anderson. The former Cardinals head coach recently expressed his desire to return to a top job “at some point,” but he may not be in a rush
Nick Sorenson could move to special teams coordinator for 49ers, Brandon Staley under consideration for DC
When word came that Nick Sorensen would not return as the 49ers defensive coordinator in 2025, a move to another role with the team was mentioned as a possibility. Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that such a move is possible during a Wednesday press conference. Shanahan told reporters that Sorensen
Insider reveals seriousness of injury Rodgers dealt with during 2024
It was previously reported that New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was dealing with injuries to both of his knees before he was hobbled by a low ankle sprain and a hamstring issue during the club’s Week 5 loss to the Minnesota Vikings back on Oct. 6. For a piece published on Wednesday, Jets insider Connor Hughes of SNY
Jets, Raiders request interview with Chiefs DC Steve Spagnuolo
Is this the cycle where Steve Spagnuolo lands a head coaching job? There are at least two teams that would like to speak with Kansas City’s famed defensive coordinator. Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Media, the Jets have put in an interview request for Spagnuolo and per Dianna Russini of
Jets Request Steve Spagnuolo HC Meeting
January 8th, 2025 at 12:49pm CST by Sam Robinson Steve Spagnuolo has used his Kansas City stay to stamp his credentials as one of the greatest coordinators in NFL history. Elevating a defense that had held Patrick Mahomes back in 2018, Spagnuolo has helped a Chiefs that suddenly has not
Report: Raiders, other teams contact Bill Belichick
Yep, $10 million doesn’t mean much to an NFL owner. We raised the question yesterday as to whether teams will contact North Carolina coach Bill Belichick, despite his eight-figure buyout and his statement from his introductory press conference that “I didn’t come here to leave.” Today, Tom Pelissero of NFL
Bill Belichick on radar of AFC team that just fired head coach
While it looked like Bill Belichick made a preemptive move to pass on the 2025 HC carousel, teams are interested in seeing if he would hop back on for a second straight year. Belichick took the top job in North Carolina last month, but he is now connected to NFL vacancies
Cameron Dicker wins fourth career AFC special teams player of the week award
Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker finished a strong 2024 season with a good day against the Raiders. He’s now been named AFC special teams player of the week. Dicker hit four of his five field goal attempts in the 34-20 victory and was 2-of-2 on extra points. That gave Dicker a
Raiders Interested In Bill Belichick
While it looked like Bill Belichick made a preemptive move to pass on the 2025 HC carousel, teams are interested in seeing if he would hop back on for what would be a second straight year. Belichick took the North Carolina top job last month, but he is now being
Notre Dame vs. Penn State: Odds, Box Score Prediction for Orange Bowl 2024 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Penn State 24, Notre Dame 17 Penn State’s comfortability in the passing game could be the ultimate difference-maker. The Nittany Lions complement their rushing attack through the air much better than Notre Dame, and if the running backs on both sides are slowed down, the Big Ten side holds the
Did Bill Belichick play a role in Jerod Mayo’s failure as Patriots HC?
Long before New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft parted ways with legendary head coach Bill Belichick in January 2024, Kraft set up a succession plan that involved then-linebackers coach Jerod Mayo eventually serving as Belichick’s replacement. Kraft dismissed Mayo earlier this week after a 4-13 season. For a piece published
Bears to interview Cardinals OC Drew Petzing on Wendesday
Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing is set for his first head-coaching interview. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Petzing will have an interview with the Bears on Wednesday evening. The Bears are also interviewing Mike Vrabel on Wednesday and they are set to speak to Giants offensive coordinator Mike
49ers Expected To Offer Robert Saleh DC Job
Preparing to hire a fourth defensive coordinator in four years, the 49ers have a familiar name on the radar. As could be expected based on his success in San Francisco (and the Jets’ freefall after his early-season firing), Robert Saleh is a name to monitor in this search. Although the
Raiders request interviews with Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn
After firing Antonio Pierce on Tuesday, the Raiders have put in interview requests with two of the most popular coaching candidates in this year’s cycle. According to Albert Breer of SI.com, Las Vegas would like to speak with Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Johnson
Commanders WR shares how Marcus Mariota has helped Jayden Daniels
Quarterback Jayden Daniels of the 12-5 Washington Commanders will enter the “Sunday Night Football” wild-card playoff game at the 10-7 Tampa Bay Buccaneers as this season’s uncrowned Offensive Rookie of the Year Award winner. During a recent chat with NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin noted
Giants OC Mike Kafka scheduled to interview with Bears, Saints on Thursday
Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka is set for a pair of head-coaching interviews on Thursday. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports that Kafka is set to meet with the Bears and the Saints as part of their search processes. Both interviews will be held remotely as in-person interviews are not permitted
Bears Request HC Interview With Bills OC Joe Brady
Mentioned as a potential candidate last week, Joe Brady is indeed drawing interest for the Bears head coaching vacancy. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Bears have requested an interview with the Bills offensive coordinator. Following a stint in college, Brady served as the Panthers offensive coordinator between the 2020
Patrick Mahomes is one playoff win away from tying Joe Montana for second-most ever
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has already won 15 postseason games as a starting quarterback, putting him in some very elite company. And Mahomes is one win away from moving up in the all-time playoff victory rankings. If the Chiefs win their divisional round playoff game, Mahomes will tie Joe Montana
The ‘Most receiving yards in an NFL Wild Card game’ quiz
After a record-setting rookie season, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua’s numbers dipped in 2024 thanks to a knee injury that cost him six regular season games. But with the NFL calendar turning to the post season, Rams fans will be looking to Nacua to replicate his outstanding individual
Bears chairman George McCaskey: Need team that will keep fans from selling their tickets
The Bears closed out their home schedule against the Seahawks on a Thursday night in Week 17 and the fans at Soldier Field made their displeasure with the on-field product clear over the course of the game. Chants of “sell the team” could be heard during a 6-3 loss that
OT Tyron Smith Considering Retirement
Tyron Smith‘s illustrious career may soon be coming to an end. The veteran offensive tackle revealed today that he’s considering retirement, per ESPN’s Rich Cimini. “I’ve got to make a lot of decisions going forward,” Smith said. “Within the next couple weeks, I have to decide what I’m going to
Vic Fangio “happy” with Eagles, not looking to be head coach again
Several former NFL head coaches have had their names come up in conjunction with openings around the league this week, but Vic Fangio has not been one of them. Fangio is in his first season as the Eagles’ defensive coordinator and the team finished second in the league in points
NFL awards predictions: Our picks for MVP and more
This year’s NFL awards races are some of the most competitive in recent years. Several outstanding candidates are worthy of consideration for each award, including Most Valuable Player, Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, Offensive and Defensive Rookies of the Year and Coach of the Year. Below are our
Justin Fields: Definitely a plus for us to make Ravens prepare for two QBs
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said this week that quarterback Justin Fields “certainly” could have a role in Saturday’s playoff game against the Ravens and Fields said on Tuesday that he will be ready for anything the coaching staff has in mind. Fields said he is always “preparing like I’m
Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty Declares For Draft
The nation’s top running back prospect has officially declared for the NFL Draft. Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty announced on X that he’s heading to the NFL for the 2025 season. “I’m excited to announce I am declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft,” Jeanty said in part of his statement. “The
Eagles waive Ian Book, a sign Jalen Hurts will play on Sunday
Officially, the Eagles are not saying whether quarterback Jalen Hurts will be cleared from the concussion protocol in time to play Sunday against the Packers. But their roster move this afternoon suggests they’re optimistic. The Eagles waived quarterback Ian Book today. Philadelphia signed Book after Hurts suffered his concussion, and