49ers Reducing Christian McCaffrey’s Offseason Workload
Achilles and knee injuries limited Christian McCaffrey to just four games last year. The 49ers have their lead back healthy now, but to no surprise they are taking a cautious approach with his offseason workload. McCaffrey earned Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2023 after leading the NFL in a number
Bills S Cole Bishop On Track To Start?
Expectations were high for Cole Bishop upon arrival in Buffalo during his rookie campaign in 2024. Things did not go entirely according to plan, but a starting safety spot is available to him this offseason. Bishop has operated with Buffalo’s first-team defense during the outset of OTAs, as noted by Joe Buscaglia
Early Look At Eagles’ Position Battles
The defending Super Bowl champions experienced what many winners tend to see in the offseason, losing several key pieces like defensive tackle Milton Williams, pass rusher Josh Sweat, offensive guard Mekhi Becton, linebacker Oren Burks, running back Kenneth Gainwell, and cornerbacks Darius Slay, Isaiah Rodgers, and Avonte Maddox. For some
49ers Hoping Rookie DT Alfred Collins Can Earn Starting Role
Many expected the 49ers to address the defensive line in the first round of this year’s draft, but the team surprised many when they addressed the edge instead of the interior, taking Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams on Day 1. Perhaps, they felt comfortable waiting until Day 2 to address
Joe Milton III lists funny reason he was happy to be traded to Cowboys
Joe Milton III recently said he was surprised when the New England Patriots traded him to the Dallas Cowboys in April, but there are several reasons the quarterback is pleased to be playing for a new team. One of them is the weather. Milton spoke with reporters on Thursday about
Packers Discussed Davante Adams Reunion
According to Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, the team explored a reunion with All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams when he became a free agent earlier this offseason. “I think any time you have a player of that caliber, there’s definitely conversations that go into it,” LaFleur told Kay Adams last
Micah Parsons skipped second week of Cowboys OTAs (as he should)
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer praised linebacker Micah Parsons for participating in the first week of the team’s annual OTA sessions. For the second week, Parsons wasn’t present. Yes, the workouts are voluntary. And, no, Parsons shouldn’t volunteer to risk injury until he gets the long-term contract he should have gotten
Raiders’ Malcolm Koonce Returns To Practice
Raiders edge rusher Malcolm Koonce returned to practice this week after missing all of the 2024 season with a knee injury, per Tashan Reed of The Athletic. Koonce was expected to build on a solid 2023 campaign heading into a contract year last summer. Instead, he tore his ACL in
Who’ll be the odd man out in the Cleveland quarterback battle?
If you have two quarterbacks, you have none. If you have five quarterbacks, you’re the Browns. Much has been said over the past several weeks regarding the team’s 2025 depth chart, given a series of moves that started with a trade for Kenny Pickett, continued with a free-agent deal for
Chargers CB Cam Hart Out Until Minicamp After Shoulder Surgery
Chargers cornerback Cam Hart will be sidelined until mandatory minicamp as he recovers from shoulder surgery, according to ESPN’s Kris Rhim. Hart tore his labrum during the Chargers’ wild card loss to the Texans in January. He underwent surgery shortly after and is awaiting medical clearance before he returns to
Scott Zolak: Patriots may cut Stefon Diggs
The Patriots apparently aren’t digging Stefon. Scott Zolak, who calls Patriots games on the radio and thus has a much greater connection to the team than the garden-variety talking chowderhead, believes the Patriots may cut receiver Stefon Diggs. “I came to this show yesterday with the opinion — not opinion,
Will someone call the Dolphins after June 1 about a trade for Tyreek Hill?
When Dolphins G.M. Chris Grier was asked in April about a potential trade of receiver Tyreek Hill, Grier didn’t shoot it down. “If someone wants to come and give me two first round picks then we’d consider it,” Grier said. “But, as of right now, it’s not something we’re considering.”
Jared Goff: Lions’ offense will have some new wrinkles, we want to take a step forward
The Lions lost their highly respected offensive coordinator Ben Johnson when he became head coach of the Bears this offseason, but quarterback Jared Goff says that no one in Detroit will allow that to be an excuse not to produce. Goff was asked at the Lions’ offseason practice on Friday
Fred Warner praises 49ers for working to get himself, Brock Purdy and George Kittle signed
Fred Warner says the 49ers showed what they’re about this offseason with the way they prioritized new contracts for himself, quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle. Warner, the veteran linebacker who has played his entire career in San Francisco, signed a three-year, $63 million deal this offseason. Purdy
Joe Milton III addresses being traded from Patriots to Cowboys
Quarterback Joe Milton III impressed during the one regular-season appearance he made with the New England Patriots as a rookie this past campaign. Thus, some observers were surprised when New England agreed to trade Milton and a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Dallas Cowboys in return for a 2025
The ‘Most receptions in a Super Bowl’ quiz
After a nine-year career that resulted in five straight receiving yards seasons, 60 touchdown receptions and Lombardi Trophy, Demaryius Thomas will be posthumously inducted into the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame. Thomas was a fan favorite during his time with the Broncos and finished his Denver career as one of
Analyst warns Steelers about potential Kirk Cousins plan if Aaron Rodgers doesn’t sign
Numerous reporters have suggested that the Pittsburgh Steelers could consider trading for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins if free agent Aaron Rodgers decides he doesn’t want to play for them. During a recent edition of his “Pushing the Pile” podcast, CBS Sports NFL analyst Mike Renner explained why he thinks
Sean Payton: Audric Estime didn’t have enough opportunities last year
Javonte Williams led the Broncos in rushing last season, but he’s now in Dallas and that leaves an opening for others to add to their workload in Denver. The Broncos picked up RJ Harvey in the second round of the draft and he’ll likely be in line for some of
Bills Announce Front Office Changes
Today, the Bills announced a number of promotions to their personnel and analytics staffs. While we’ve already covered a few of them, let’s go over the new information provided this morning. So, we noted a week ago that the Bills had hired Mk Collins as player personnel coordinator, a role
Rashee Rice faces another lawsuit arising from March 2024 street-racing crash
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice continues to face criminal and civil proceedings in the aftermath of a March 2024 street-racing crash in Dallas. A third lawsuit has now been filed against him. Via Fox 4, Kayla Quinn alleges that she and her son sustained physical and mental injuries when their car
Cowboys’ DaRon Bland working at different spot on defense
The Cowboys are dealing with a number of injuries at the cornerback position, and, as a result, they have one of their best cornerbacks working outside of his usual position. Last week, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reported that All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland had been working out as a slot
The awkward coverup over Channing Crowder’s Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson comments continues
Contrary to the opinions of those who have nothing better to do than complain about our periodic Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson stories, we do many other things than write about the most oddly compelling story in all of football. For example, I’ve resisted (for now) the temptation to post more items
Cowboys CB DaRon Bland Working At Slot CB
The Cowboys are dealing with a number of injuries at the cornerback position and, as a result, they have one of their best cornerbacks working outside of his usual position. Last week, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reported that All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland had been working out as
Dan Campbell: We expect Jameson Williams to have a huge season
Lions receiver Jameson Williams developed into a key piece for Detroit’s offense in 2024, finishing second on the team with 1,001 receiving yards. As he enters his fourth pro season, Williams is in a position to build on what he established and head coach Dan Campbell is expecting it to
Three must-see games for 2025 Miami Dolphins
Assuming quarterback Tua Tagovailoa can stay healthy and wide receiver Tyreek Hill regains the form that led to eight straight Pro Bowl appearances before last season, this mid-season matchup on Thursday Night Football promises to be a shootout. Week 11 vs. Washington Commanders This year, Miami and Washington will
Joe Milton is Cowboys’ latest developmental quarterback
If at first you don’t succeed, trade and trade again. The Cowboys’ 2023 deal for Trey Lance as a developmental quarterback didn’t work out as they wasted a fourth-round pick on a quarterback who played 98 snaps in two seasons. They are trying again with `former Patriots draft pick Joe
Minor NFL Transactions: 5/30/25
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NFL declines comment on Stefon Diggs video
The recent video of Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs with a pink powder on a boat prompted public comment from New England coach Mike Vrabel. It has resulted in silence from the league office. Chief NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy told PFT via email on Friday that the NFL “will decline comment”
Ravens Pro Bowler changes agents
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Ravens star wide receiver Zay Flowers is signing with WIN Sports Group, a new agency recently launched by Patrick Whitesell, the former co-founder and executive chairman of Endeavor (formerly William Morris Endeavor). Ironically, Flowers is leaving Loyalty Above All (LAA) and its founder and CEO, Zac
Falcons delete self-own social-media post
The Falcons (and specifically owner Arthur Blank) aren’t fans of reminders of their failure to turn a massive third-quarter lead into a Super Bowl LI win. Usually, it’s someone else who reminds the team and/or its fans of the 28-3 futility. This time around, the Falcons did it to themselves.
NFL Draft Pick Signings: 5/30/25
We saw another late-round draft pick signing today: Los Angeles Rams The Rams traded up 10 spots, giving up a sixth-round pick in the process, to take Hunter in the middle of the fourth round. Hunter joins a room that returns its three leading rushers from last year in Kyren
Rams sign fourth-rounder Jarquez Hunter
The Rams are down to one unsigned draft pick. Friday’s official transaction report for the league shows that they signed fourth-round pick Jarquez Hunter. The running back signed a four-year deal with the team. Hunter appeared in 49 games for Auburn over the last four seasons. He picked up more
Raiders OC Chip Kelly praises rookie Ashton Jeanty
Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly is taking a liking to rookie running back Ashton Jeanty. If Kelly’s words of Jeanty are any indication, the former Boise State star will possibly be one of the focal points on the Raiders’ offense besides Pro Bowl tight end Brock Bowers. “Ashton
Report: C.J. Stroud not throwing because of a pectoral issue
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud isn’t throwing at organized team activities. Stroud has a tight pectoral muscle that is considered “relatively minor,” Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports. The one-time Pro Bowler handed off to the running backs but mostly did rehab work and watched from the sideline alongside offensive coordinator Nick
Veteran WR Jakobi Meyers Wants To Re-Sign With Raiders
Jakobi Meyers is entering the final year of his contract with the Raiders, but he would prefer to stay in Las Vegas past 2025. “I want to be here for sure, but that’s all I can really say on it right now,” said Meyers (via The Athletic’s Tashan Reed). “That’s
Josh Jacobs says he “left a lot on the table” last season
Josh Jacobs left the Raiders after five seasons, signing with the Packers in the 2024 offseason. In his first season in Green Bay, the running back had the most rushing touchdowns of his career (15) and the second-most yards (1,329) and second-most carries (301). It was not the year Jacobs
Boston radio host shares bombshell report about Stefon Diggs
Stefon Diggs has drawn negative attention ahead of the start of his first mandatory minicamp with the New England Patriots, and some have wondered if his future with the team is in jeopardy. One longtime Boston radio host claims it is not out of the question. A video that circulated
Mark Murphy’s final day as Packers team president will be July 25
Mark Murphy now knows his last day. The Packers team president/CEO will officially retire July 25, the day of the team’s annual shareholders’ meeting at Lambeau Field. Murphy will transfer leadership to Ed Policy, who was selected as Murphy’s replacement last June. Murphy, who hits the mandatory retirement age of
NFL’s active leader in games played wants to return for 20th season
41-year-old tight end Marcedes Lewis is currently a free agent, but he wants to sign with a new team for his 20th and final NFL season. “I think mentally, I’m going into saying this is my last year,” Lewis told Kay Adams, adding that he’s still a durable, hard-working player
Kevin O’Connell wins the PFWA’s Horrigan Award for his professionalism with the media
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell is the winner of the 2025 Horrigan Award, the Pro Football Writers of America announced Friday. The Horrigan Award is given to the league or club official for his or her qualities and professional style in helping the pro football writers do their job. O’Connell was
Marcedes Lewis Wants To Play 20th Season
41-year-old tight end Marcedes Lewis is currently a free agent, but he wants to sign with a new team for his 20th and final NFL season. “I think mentally, I’m going into saying this is my last year,” Lewis told Kay Adams, adding that he’s still a durable, hard-working player despite
Texans OC Nick Caley has “no concerns whatsoever” about C.J. Stroud
After winning AP offensive rookie of the year in 2023, Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud didn’t have as much success in his second season. While Houston still won the AFC South and won a postseason game, Stroud’s yards per game went down from 273.9 in his first season to 219.2. He
Ravens WR Zay Flowers Changes Agents
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Ravens star wide receiver Zay Flowers is signing with WIN Sports Group, a new agency recently launched by Patrick Whitesell, the former co-founder and executive chairman of Endeavor (formerly William Morris Endeavor). Ironically, Flowers is leaving Loyalty Above All (LAA) and its founder and CEO, Zac
Steelers waive DE Blake Mangelson
The Steelers announced a change to their roster on Friday afternoon. They have waived defensive end Blake Mangelson. Mangelson signed with the team as an undrafted free agent. Mangelson had 82 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, an interception, and a fumble recovery in 41 games at BYU. The
Jets OC shares how Justin Fields has already been ‘absolutely phenomenal’
The New York Jets essentially purchased a lottery ticket at quarterback when they signed Justin Fields to a two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed early in the new league year in March. On Thursday, first-year Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand discussed how Fields has performed with his new club during spring workouts. “He’s
Steelers C Zach Frazier: QB decision not up to me, but chemistry is important
The Steelers have wrapped up their first week of organized team activities and the sessions took place without any resolution regarding Aaron Rodgers’s plans for the 2025 season. Rodgers has not sent any signal about his plans and the Steelers have not set any deadline for a call to be
Giants Sign 1st-Round QB Jaxson Dart
The Giants’ offseason quest to find a long-term franchise quarterback is finally and formally complete. First-round pick Jaxson Dart put pen to paper on his rookie contract, per a team announcement, locking in a fully-guaranteed four-year deal with a fifth-year option for the 2029 season. Dart, the 25th overall selection
Scott Hanson announces he will continue to host NFL RedZone
Scott Hanson, the longtime host of NFL’s RedZone Channel, has confirmed that he will be back in 2025. Hanson, whose old contract with NFL Media expired after the 2024 season, announced today that he has agreed to return this year. In a social media post noting that the first Sunday
49ers’ Christian McCaffrey draws major concern after first practice
The San Francisco 49ers held their first open practice on Thursday, and with it came eagerness to see running back Christian McCaffrey in action for the first time since November. After missing the majority of last season with bilateral Achilles tendonitis in both legs and then later injuring his PCL,
Dan Campbell thinks Lions schedule is “right kind of brutal”
The Lions won 15 games in 2024 and a repeat in 2025 will take navigating a schedule that is one of the hardest in the league in paper. Only the Giants have a schedule of opponents with a higher 2024 winning percentage than the one Detroit will play this fall.
















































