Ravens’ Ben Cleveland arrested for DUI
Ravens offensive lineman Ben Cleveland was arrested for drunk driving last week in his native Georgia. Police pulled Cleveland over at around 10:25 p.m. on February 12 after observing him swerving in a roadway, according to TMZ.com. Police say Cleveland admitted to drinking “approximately 3-4 beers,” that he failed a
This edge-rusher means business heading into NFL Combine
The invites are out, and it’s time to get pumped as the NFL offseason focus will shift to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, which is slated for Feb. 24 through March 3 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. With many NFL mock drafts having several edge-rushers going in the first round,
Saints interview Eagles asst. head coach Jemal Singleton for OC
One of Philadelphia’s top assistant coaches could be following former offensive coordinator Kellen Moore to New Orleans. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Eagles assistant head coach/running backs coach Jemal Singleton interviewed for the Saints’ offensive coordinator vacancy. Singleton, 49, has been with Philadelphia since 2021. He previously served as running
NFL Reserve/Futures Deals: 2/17/25
February 17th, 2025 at 7:30pm CST by Ben Levine One reserve/futures deal to pass along: Houston Texans Interestingly, the Texans gave Tucker Addington some extra cash to join their offseason roster. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports that the long snapper got $10K in bonus money for putting pen to paper.
Najee Harris prepares to take four career 1,000-yard seasons to free agency
Running back Najee Harris entered the league in 2021 as a first-round pick of the Steelers. He’s now heading toward free agency. Whether the Steelers will re-sign him remains to be seen. Their exclusive negotiating window is shrinking by the hour. After three straight 1,000-yard seasons, they opted not to
Bengals’ plan for WR Tee Higgins could carry risk
The Cincinnati Bengals reportedly want to keep wide receiver Tee Higgins but don’t want to break the bank. On Monday, NFL Media insider Tom Pelissero reported the Bengals want to sign Higgins to a long-term deal but are “considered likely” to use the franchise tag for a second straight
Lawsuit against Jay-Z is dismissed without a settlement
In December 2024, Jay-Z was sued for allegedly raping a 13-year-old more than 20 years ago. He loudly proclaimed his innocence. The NFL, which partners with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation for the Super Bowl halftime show, supported him. The presiding judge refused to immediately throw the case out of court. Two
Bengals “Likely” To Hit Tee Higgins With Franchise Tag
Tee Higgins is generally considered the top offensive free agent, but the Bengals WR might not even make it to the open market. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero (via NFL.com’s Bobby Kownack), the Bengals are considered “likely” to hit Higgins with the franchise tag if the two sides can’t
Seahawks G.M. John Schneider: You can’t just throw money at something to fix it
Seahawks General Manager John Schneider said on Seattle Sports 710 last week that the team is aware of its deficiencies as they head into the offseason and that they have a plan to address them. The offensive line is thought to be at the top of that list and Schneider
Draft guru explains why Steelers should target Jaxson Dart
With the Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback situation remaining uncertain, they should consider addressing it in the 2025 NFL Draft. In his latest mock draft, ESPN’s Field Yates has the Steelers taking Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart with pick No. 21, which seems like a slight reach. However, Yates indicated Dart is
Report: Raiders, assistant G.M. Champ Kelly part ways
The Raiders and assistant General Manager Champ Kelly have mutually agreed to part ways, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports. New Raiders General Manager John Spytek is making over the front office, and Kelly now can pursue opportunities elsewhere. Dave Ziegler hired Kelly as assistant G.M. in 2022, and Kelly
Bears Open To Letting Keenan Allen, Teven Jenkins Depart In Free Agency?
Wideout Keenan Allen and guard Teven Jenkins headline the list of pending free agents for the Bears. A departure on the open market in both cases would not come as a surprise. ESPN’s Courtney Cronin writes neither player is a suitable candidate for the franchise tag, which Chicago used last year on Jaylon
Panthers set to hire Josh Hingst as strength and conditioning coach
The Panthers are making a change at the top of their strength and conditioning department. Joseph Person of TheAthletic.com reports that they have parted ways with strength and conditioning coach Jeremy Scott. They are set to hire Vikings director of performance Josh Hingst to take over the role. Hingst spent
Would Rams ditch Matthew Stafford for ex-49ers QB?
It seems the Los Angeles Rams have already identified a potential replacement for quarterback Matthew Stafford. In a piece published Monday, The Athletic’s Jordan Rodrigue reported Rams head coach Sean McVay “really likes” veteran backup QB Jimmy Garoppolo. Rodrigue added L.A. could re-sign Garoppolo — an unrestricted free agent —
Report: Bengals seek long-term extension with Tee Higgins but “likely” use tag if needed
The Bengals are focused on signing Tee Higgins to a long-term deal, something Joe Burrow has publicly campaigned. But the team “likely” will use the franchise tag on the wide receiver for a second consecutive offseason if it can’t get a contract agreement by the March 4 deadline, Tom Pelissero
Ravens OL Ben Cleveland Arrested For DUI
Ben Cleveland was arrested as a result of a DUI incident on February 12, as detailed by TMZ. Documents from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office in Georgia indicate the Ravens offensive lineman is facing a pair of citations. Cleveland was cited on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol as
Micah Parsons: Defensive coordinator change is challenging, but part of being a pro
The Cowboys have made another defensive coordinator change this offseason. Mike Zimmer is out a year after replacing Dan Quinn in the wake of his move to become the head coach of the Commanders and Matt Eberflus will now be running the defense in Dallas. Defensive end Micah Parsons missed
Eagles fan’s offer to pay fine turns into charitable cause
Even after the Super Bowl, the NFL will still enforce its rules. Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jalyx Hunt received an “unsportsmanlike conduct” fine worth $5,690 for his bow-and-arrow sack celebration during his team’s 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. The league claimed it was a “violent
Marty Hurney no longer is with the Commanders
Marty Hurney no longer is a member of the Commanders’ front office, Ben Standig of TheAthletic.com reports. Hurney, an advisor for the team last season, is not listed on the Commanders’ website. His contract expired after the 2024 season. Ron Rivera, who worked with Hurney in Carolina, hired him as
Release Candidate: Von Miller
When Von Miller signed a six-year, $120MM free agent deal in 2022, questions were raised about how he would be able to remain productive over the life of that pact. Halfway through the deal, a release looms as a distinct possibility. Miller had a strong debut campaign with Buffalo, notching eight sacks
Texans sign LS Tucker Addington to a futures contract
Jon Weeks has served as the Texans’ long snapper since 2010, playing all 244 games in the past 15 years. But Weeks, 39, is a free agent who might not return. The Texans agreed to terms with long snapper Tucker Addington on Monday, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Media.
Micah Parsons offers update on extension talks with Cowboys
Speculation about how Micah Parsons‘ contract situation will play out will no doubt continue until a deal is officially in place. The Cowboys’ All-Pro edge rusher recently provided an update on that front indicating traction could soon be gained. Parsons and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently met to discuss an
Jaguars re-sign John Wolford, Louis Rees-Zammit
Two players that spent time with Jacksonville’s practice squad in 2024 will be back with the club to start the offseason program. The Jaguars announced they’ve signed quarterback John Wolford and receiver Louis Rees-Zammit to the active roster. Wolford joined the Jags’ practice squad in December. He did not appear
‘Plan In Place’ Regarding Cowboys Extension
Speculation about how Micah Parsons‘ contract situation will play out will no doubt continue until a deal is officially in place. The Cowboys’ All-Pro edge rusher recently provided an update on that front indicating traction could soon be gained. Parsons and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently met to discuss an extension which will
The franchise tag market could be DOA in 2025
The annual two-week window or using the franchise tag opens on Tuesday. This year, there might not be a single tag applied. The two most likely recipients aren’t likely to be tagged. Bengals receiver Tee Higgins, who received the franchise tag in 2024 at $21.8 million, would be entitled by
Ravens OL Ben Cleveland arrested For DUI
Ben Cleveland was arrested as a result of a DUI incident on February 12, as detailed by TMZ. Documents from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office in Georgia indicate the Ravens offensive lineman is facing a pair of citations. Cleveland was cited on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol as
NFL, AP won’t divulge what league pays for the official regular-season awards
In 2012, when the NFL packaged the presentation of it regular-season awards into a prime-time show, the league has made the annual Associated Press awards the official NFL awards. The scrutiny of the process, sparked in part by the AP’s decision (without telling the 50 voters in advance) to disclose
Saints Conduct OC Interview With Eagles’ Jemal Singleton
The list of Saints targets for their offensive coordinator vacancy continues to grow. To no surprise, the latest name to emerge is another Eagles staffer. New Orleans has conducted an interview with Jemal Singleton, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. That makes him the third member of the Eagles’ staff connected to the possibility
Trevor Lawrence: “I’m not going to Pittsburgh”
Last week, a rumor popped up that Pittsburgh had inquired about potentially trading for Jacksonville’s Trevor Lawrence. Both teams effectively shot that down through the media. But even if they hadn’t, Lawrence himself made it clear in a Monday interview with Kay Adams that he’s not interested in departing the
Reporter addresses Myles Garrett narratives amid Browns, trade rumors
Cleveland Browns reporters such as Mary Kay Cabot and Terry Pluto of the Cleveland Plain Dealer have repeatedly made it known the club won’t be trading star pass-rusher Myles Garrett anytime soon even though he wants to leave Cleveland to join an advertised contender this offseason. During a Monday appearance
Micah Parsons: Definitely a plan in place for my contract
Defensive end Micah Parsons wants the Cowboys to be aggressive in free agency this offseason, but new additions to the roster aren’t the only thing on the to-do list in Dallas this offseason. Parsons is heading into the fifth and final season of his rookie deal, which has made his
Vikings Could Extend Andrew Van Ginkel, Josh Metellus
It remains to be seen how the Vikings will proceed at the quarterback spot this offseason. While the team weighs its options on the Sam Darnold front, other positions could receive financial attention. Edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel and safety Josh Metellus are both on the books for 2025, but their respective performances this
Alabama players scored 886 points this season, most in NFL history from one college
Alabama alumni cumulatively scored more points this NFL season than any college football program’s players have ever scored. The total of 886 points scored by NFL players who played in college at Alabama is by far the most ever by any school in any NFL season, according to AL.com. The
How serving as Eagles OC helped prepare Kellen Moore to be Saints HC
The New Orleans Saints officially hired Kellen Moore as their next head coach shortly after he ended his lone season serving as the Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive coordinator by helping the Eagles notch a dominant 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. Moore recently spoke with Albert
Buccaneers Aim To Re-Sign Chris Godwin
Chris Godwin has played on the franchise tag once in his career, and receiving the tag the second time around was followed by a three-year deal. The veteran wideout is on track for free agency, but another Buccaneers agreement would come as no surprise. Executives around the league expect Godwin to
Reporter expands on if Vikings will use franchise tag to keep Darnold
The Minnesota Vikings could afford to keep quarterback Sam Darnold for at least the 2025 season by securing his rights via the franchise tag. However, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated is among those who believe Minnesota will let Darnold reach free agency next month and ask that he gives the club
Patriots Targeting OL, DL Additions
Mike Vrabel‘s first offseason as the Patriots’ head coach could involve a number of high-profile moves being made in the near future. New England is set to have the most cap space in the league at the onset of free agency, and the team also owns the No. 4 pick
Grant Udinski: Not enough words for how excited I am to work with Trevor Lawrence
The Jaguars did their best to shut down any talk that they might be looking to trade quarterback Trevor Lawrence last week and that means their new offensive coordinator Grant Udinski is set to work with the quarterback during the 2025 season. That prospect seems to suit Udinski just fine.
Insider suggests Steelers have preference regarding QB conundrum
Shortly after Pittsburgh Steelers team owner and president Art Rooney II revealed in late January that bringing either Justin Fields or Russell Wilson back to enter springtime workouts as the club’s unofficial starting quarterback is “a priority,” rumblings emerged suggesting that at least some within the Steelers prefer to re-sign Fields over Wilson. During a
Weird vibe lingers between the Rams and Matthew Stafford
After the Rams lost to the Eagles in the divisional round (L.A. gave Philly its toughest game of the entire postseason), quarterback Matthew Stafford said he wanted to take some time to think about his future. It didn’t take much. With Rams coach Sean McVay adding in the aftermath of
Insider expands on Browns playing ‘hardball’ amid Garrett trade saga
Dianna Russini of The Athletic is among those who have reported that the Cleveland Browns are “playing hardball” and “are not moving” wantaway All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett even though Garrett went public with his desire to be traded this offseason ahead of Super Bowl LIX. On Sunday, Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot
Lane Johnson: When Kellen Moore addresses the offense you see what a genius he is
New Saints head coach Kellen Moore made a big impression on his players during his season as the Eagles’ offensive coordinator. Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson referred to Moore as a genius for the way he runs an offense, and the impact he made upon joining the Eagles a year
Jonathan Martin, Richie Incognito scandal returns to the front burner, years later
It started with a Wednesday #longread from ESPN.com that focused on the current whereabouts of former NFL tackle Jonathan Martin. Landing three days after the Super Bowl and more than a dozen years after long-forgotten events that once took the league by storm, it barely made a blip. On the
Free Agent Stock Watch: Ronnie Stanley
After taking a $7.5MM pay cut ahead of the 2024 season, left tackle Ronnie Stanley started every game for the first time in his career and earned Pro Bowl honors as a crucial piece of the Ravens’ league-leading offense. Now, he is set to enter free agency following his best
Insider reveals when Falcons could make Cousins decision
It sounds like it’s only a matter of time before quarterback Kirk Cousins is no longer a member of the Atlanta Falcons. During a Sunday episode of “SportsCenter,” ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler said he expects Cousins to discuss his future with the Falcons before the start of the NFL Scouting Combine,
Jets Finalize 2025 Defensive, ST Staff
The Jets have finalized their defensive and special teams coaching staff for their inaugural season under head coach Aaron Glenn, per a team announcement. Defensive coordinator Steve Wilks and special teams coordinator Chris Banjo were in place by the end of January, but it took a few more weeks to
Execs Predict Browns Will Trade Garrett
Every indication out of Cleveland is that the Browns do not want to trade Myles Garrett, but other teams believe they will have to oblige his request. Four executives think that the Browns will deal Garrett this offseason, according to Jason La Canfora of The Washington Post. Philadelphia was mentioned
Commanders are betting favorites to land Myles Garrett
Two weeks ago, Browns defensive end Myles Garrett made known his desire to leave the Browns. The Browns reportedly won’t do it. Garrett apparently won’t abandon his desire to go to a contender. The current odds at DraftKings have Garrett taking his next snap with a team that went farther
Drew Dalman Wants To Re-Sign With Falcons
For the past three seasons, Drew Dalman has operated as the Falcons’ starting center. His rookie contract is set to expire in March, however, leaving a free agent departure as a possibility. If Dalman has his way, he will remain with the team for 2025 and beyond. The 26-year-old hopes to re-sign,
Jets Likely To Release Allen Lazard; Garrett Wilson’s Future Less In Doubt?
The Jets are officially set to part ways with Aaron Rodgers. To little surprise, that decision is expected to also include the departure of wideout Davante Adams after his brief Rodgers reunion at the end of the 2024 campaign. Acquiring Adams was one of many moves the Jets made aimed at providing Rodgers