Ben Johnson wants Caleb Williams to clean up his body language
The Bears hired Ben Johnson as their head coach because they believe he can help quarterback Caleb Williams play better than he did during his rookie season, but reading defenses and delivering passes isn’t all that Johnson is working on with Williams. Albert Breer of SI.com recently reported that Johnson
Isaiah Likely on contract: Just play and let everything happen
Tight end contracts were a popular topic of conversation at the Ravens’ facility on Wednesday. Mark Andrews discussed being back with the Ravens for the final year of his pact after some uncertainty early this offseason about whether he’d be sticking around and the future was also on the table
Mike McDaniel: Tyreek Hill is going above and beyond while recovering from wrist surgery
Despite talk as last season came to an end that Tyreek Hill was unhappy in Miami, Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel says Hill has done everything asked of him and more in the offseason. McDaniel said at the Dolphins’ Organized Team Activities that Hill timed his wrist surgery so that
Terry McLaurin absent from Wednesday’s OTA practice
At this point in the offseason, everything is still voluntary. But one Washington receiver’s absence is notable given the state of his contract. Via multiple reporters on the scene, Terry McLaurin was not present for Wednesday’s OTA practice. McLaurin is entering the last year of his contract and is set
Myles Garrett, Diontae Johnson not at Browns OTAs
The Browns were missing a few players at Wednesday’s OTA, including the top player on their defense. Defensive end Myles Garrett was not at the workout. Garrett, who signed a new deal with the team earlier in the offseason, has been posting pictures to his Instagram story from Japan. Reporters
Kenny Pickett says his year in Philadelphia prepared him to compete to start in Cleveland
Kenny Pickett is heading into his fourth NFL season and playing on his third NFL team as he competes for the starting quarterback job in Browns camp. And he says spending last year in Philadelphia is what prepared him best for the opportunity he has in Cleveland. Asked about lessons
Russell Wilson takes most first-team reps at Giants OTAs
When it comes to the quarterback reps, there weren’t surprises from the Giants’ Wednesday OTA practice. Via Jordan Raanan of ESPN, Russell Wilson took the majority of first-team snaps, though Jameis Winston and rookie Jaxson Dart also got a few of them. “They’ll all get reps,” head coach Brian Daboll
David Andrews to hold retirement press conference on Monday
After the Patriots released center David Andrews in March, he said he wasn’t going to make any “drastic moves” regarding his next steps. Andrews has spent the last couple of months thinking about what he wants to do and he’s reached a decision. The Patriots announced on Wednesday that Andrews
Dave Canales: Hunter Renfrow is making huge strides, looks good after a year off
Panthers wide receiver Hunter Renfrow was out of the league last season as he struggled with his health, but Panthers head coach Dave Canales said that since signing with the Panthers a month ago, Renfrow has made steady improvements. Canales said Renfrow is showing “the muscle memory of a guy
Mike Vrabel has noticed “great improvement” from Drake Maye
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has noticed plenty of positive traits when it comes to New England’s young quarterback and talked about them in his Wednesday press conference. A reporter noted that Maye had thrown some interceptions the last time the media watched practice. Even though it’s the spring, Vrabel
The ‘2024-25 rushing yards leaders by NFL team’ quiz
After two straight Pro Bowl seasons and heading into the final year of his rookie deal, Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is one of the biggest names not reporting to the voluntary Organized Team Activities (OTAs) this week. It will be interesting to see the kind of contract Cook
Brandon Graham wins PFWA’s Good Guy Award for his cooperation with the media
Brandon Graham won the 2025 Good Guy Award, the Pro Football Writers of America announced Wednesday. Graham recently retired from the NFL after a 15-year career. He was cited for his dealings with local and national media during the previous season and his entire career. Graham, the 21st Good Guy
Details of Brock Purdy's extension serve to dampen 'overpaid' claims
When the San Francisco 49ers inked quarterback Brock Purdy to a new five-year, $265 million extension, some were quick to proclaim the deal an overpay by the 49ers. Not so fast. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Joe Flacco: The best way to be a mentor is showing how you go to work
Back for his second stint with the Browns, Joe Flacco is the clear elder statesman in a QBs room that also includes Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders. Flacco, 40, quipped that the other QBs likely get a kick out of Flacco being around because he’s old enough to
Bears QB Caleb Williams responds to book controversy
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams may wish he had never spoken with ESPN’s Seth Wickersham. On May 16, ESPN released an excerpt of Wickersham’s new book, “American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback.” It revealed Williams’ father, Carl, didn’t want him to play for the Bears and considered going to
Cam Ward: I think I’m getting there at a rapid pace
Titans head coach Brian Callahan hasn’t named Cam Ward the team’s starting quarterback yet and the first overall pick in the draft is OK with splitting time at the position right now. Ward, Will Levis, Brandon Allen, and Tim Boyle are all getting time under center during the team’s OTAs
Jalen Ramsey posts tweets amid rumors; McDaniel, McVay speak out
It’s only been two days since we talked about the Dolphins–Jalen Ramsey trade situation, but what a two days it has been. We insinuated in our most recent post that a trade could be on hold until after June 1 for cap reasons, and a lot of signs appear to
Shane Steichen: We’re going to win for Jim Irsay this season
Colts owner Jim Irsay will be honored in a private memorial on June 2 in Indianapolis, the team announced. The Colts plan for a public tribute at a future date. Irsay died May 21 at the age of 65. At Wednesday’s organized team activity, some Colts staffers and players wore
Former Defensive Player of the Year is absent from Steelers OTAs
According to Curt Popejoy of SteelersWire, Watt skipped the start of OTAs. It is certainly no secret that the former Defensive Player of the Year has been in search of a new deal, a desire which the team has publicly reciprocated. One season remains on his contract, and Watt has
Tearful Reggie Wayne urges current Colts players to learn about Jim Irsay
The passing of Colts owner Jim Irsay has prompted many tributes from those who worked for him. Few displayed the kind of raw emotion that former Colts receiver and current Colts receivers coach Reggie Wayne showed when speaking to reporters on Wednesday. “I told the receivers, a lot of y’all
T.J. Watt Absent From Steelers’ OTAs
T.J. Watt remains without a contract beyond 2025, and his situation is, therefore, still a talking point as the Steelers return to the facility. Pittsburgh’s Organized Team Activities began today, and the All-Pro edge rusher was, reportedly, not with the team. According to Curt Popejoy of SteelersWire, Watt skipped the start
Kliff Kingsbury on Jayden Daniels: I expect him to take a big jump in 2025
Quarterback Jayden Daniels had a sensational rookie season for the Commanders, helping the club reach the NFC Championship Game and winning offensive rookie of the year. But as good as he was in his first season, Daniels still has plenty of room for growth in 2025. Washington offensive coordinator Kliff
Kliff Kingsbury explains how Jayden Daniels could improve
It’s difficult to imagine Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels topping his monumental rookie season, but offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury believes it was just a taste of what’s to come. “You can see the comfort level was there this year,” Kingsbury told the media Wednesday at OTAs. “I mean, just watching
Jayden Reed said meeting with Packers was “misinterpreted”
Jayden Reed met with the media for the first time since his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, talked to the Packers to discuss the wide receiver’s role. Reed said he knew about the meeting beforehand, but he he wasn’t worried about his standing with the team after the draft. The Packers selected
Latest On Dolphins, CB Jalen Ramsey
It’s only been two days since we talked about the Dolphins–Jalen Ramsey trade situation, but what a two days it has been. We insinuated in our most recent post that a trade could be on hold until after June 1 for cap reasons, and a lot of signs appear to
Ryan Neuzil agrees to two-year deal to return to Falcons
The Falcons have agreed to terms with center Ryan Neuzil on a two-year, $9.5 million deal that includes $6.25 million guaranteed, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. The Falcons placed a right-of-first-refusal tender on Neuzil as a restricted free agent, allowing him to entertain offers from other teams. Neuzil, 27, started
Falcons agree to two-year deal with Ryan Neuzil
Last year, the Falcons were able to avoid tendering center Ryan Neuzil as an exclusive rights free agent with a one-year extension. With Neuzil as a restricted free agent this offseason, Atlanta ended up tendering him. That tender is a thing of the past, though, as Adam Schefter of ESPN
Von Miller plans on playing in 2025
The Bills cut edge rusher Von Miller on March 9, and he has remained a free agent since. Miller, though, said he plans to play in 2025. He doesn’t yet know where that will be, but Miller knows it won’t be back in Denver. “I haven’t heard anything,” Miller said
Falcons Sign RFA C Ryan Neuzil
Last year, the Falcons were able to avoid tendering center Ryan Neuzil as an exclusive rights free agent with a one-year extension. With Neuzil as a restricted free agent this offseason, Atlanta ended up tendering him. That tender is a thing of the past, though, as Adam Schefter of ESPN
49ers bring back Ethan Waugh as personnel executive
The 49ers and executive Ethan Waugh have reunited. The team announced Wednesday that it has hired Waugh as a personnel executive. Waugh enters his 19th season with the 49ers, his first with the team since 2021 when he served as vice president of player personnel. Waugh left San Francisco for
Mike Vrabel breaks silence on Stefon Diggs viral video
On Wednesday, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said the team is aware of a viral video with new wide receiver Stefon Diggs. A video that appears to show Diggs handing three women an unknown pink substance while partying on a yacht surfaced on social media on Tuesday. It’s
Will Levis admits his situation “sucks,” but he vows to make the most of his role
The Titans are rotating quarterbacks during their organized team activities, but No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward will start Week 1. Ward knows it. The Titans know it. Will Levis knows it. Levis started 21 games the past two seasons after the Titans made him a second-round pick, but he
NFL Minor Transactions: 5/28/25
Wednesday’s only minor moves: San Francisco 49ers The 49ers already swapped punters today, and strangely, that transaction was the one to make headlines. It’s likely because Surratt and White have also primarily been special teamers so far in their careers. White, an undrafted free agent out of Oklahoma in 2023,
John Harbaugh: Cutting Justin Tucker was a “multi-layered” and “complicated” decision
When the Ravens cut kicker Justin Tucker earlier this month, they were careful to call it a “football decision.” In his first public comments since the move was made, coach John Harbaugh made it clear that the “football decision” was not an easy one. “I mean, you’re talking about arguably
Ravens safety aiming for late-season return
Ar’Darius Washington‘s availability for the 2025 campaign was dealt a major blow recently when he suffered an Achilles tear. The four-year Ravens safety aims to be able to play at some point this season, though. When speaking to the media on Wednesday, head coach John Harbaugh said (via The Athletic’s
Darius Slay on offseason workouts: If you want to be a champion, you have to sacrifice
With the ghost of quarterback future haunting the Steelers as they commence their 2025 OTAs, every word said by players and coaches will be examined for any express or implied messages regarding quarterback Aaron Rodgers. New Steelers cornerback Darius Slay made some comments on Wednesday that could be regarded as
Commanders may have a Terry McLaurin problem
Plenty of veteran players skip team activities at this time of year, of course, maintaining their own schedules until mandatory minicamp. In the case of those eligible for an extension, though, absences can be notable. McLaurin is indeed known to be seeking a new deal, Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington
Sean McVay: Rams haven’t closed door on Jalen Ramsey trade but have had no meaningful talks
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that “zero has changed” in regards to a potential trade of cornerback Jalen Ramsey. That’s essentially the same answer Rams coach Sean McVay gave later in the day when asked about a possible reunion with Ramsey. “Yeah, we would never close out those opportunities,”
Terry McLaurin Absent From Commanders OTAs; WR Eyeing Extension
The Commanders’ OTAs began on Wednesday, and Terry McLaurin was absent. The Pro Bowl wideout was also away from the team during earlier voluntary workouts, per Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports. Plenty of veteran players skip team activities at this time of year, of course, maintaining their own schedules until mandatory minicamp.
Caleb Williams: I wanted to come here, I love being here
Caleb Williams addressed a recent book excerpt about his pre-draft misgivings about the Bears during a press conference from the Bears’ OTAs on Wednesday. In American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback, Seth Wickersham quoted Williams’s father Carl saying that “Chicago is the place quarterbacks go to die” and telling
49ers make special teams change by releasing punter, signing veteran
The San Francisco 49ers have made a change at the punter position. The Niners on Wednesday signed veteran punter Thomas Morstead to a one-year deal. They cut Mitch Wishnowsky to make room for Morstead on the roster. The 39-year-old Morstead was a fifth-round pick by the New Orleans Saints in
As he waits for his next contract, T.J. Watt skips Steelers OTAs
Aaron Rodgers isn’t the only future Hall of Famer not present for Steelers OTAs. Linebacker T.J. Watt isn’t there, either. Watt is due for a new contract. He has yet to get one. And he’s making the clearest possible statement regarding his feelings on the matter. Watt, without a new
2025 New Orleans Saints projected win total, prediction
The New Orleans Saints have undergone massive changes this offseason, most notably at head coach and quarterback. But the excitement of fresh beginnings is dulled by the reality of the team’s situation. The Saints aren’t expected to be very good this fall. Only one team (Browns) has a lower projected
49ers cut P Mitch Wishnowsky after signing Thomas Morstead
The 49ers made official the signing of punter Thomas Morstead, announcing the move. The corresponding move, as expected, was the release of punter Mitch Wishnowsky. Wishnowsky, 33, became the team’s punter in 2019, but he missed eight games last season with knee and back injuries. His 36.3-yard net was the
Ravens S Ar’Darius Washington Aiming For Late-Season Return
Ar’Darius Washington‘s availability for the 2025 campaign was dealt a major blow recently when he suffered an Achilles tear. The four-year Ravens safety aims to be able to play at some point this season, though. When speaking to the media on Wednesday, head coach John Harbaugh said (via The Athletic’s Jeff
Ryan Clark acknowledges coordination with Bill Belichick over editing of Pivot interview
The Pivot Podcast episode featuring an interview with Bill Belichick could be destined to serve as the basis for an episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out. After the extended Memorial Day weekend, which operates as a de facto hard reset for many media narratives and storylines, Channing Crowder of The
Flacco, Pickett open up about Browns’ QB competition
The “silly season” portion of the Cleveland Browns‘ four-way quarterback competition got off to a hot start on Wednesday, as the ESPN Cleveland account on X tracked how Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders performed during the organized team activities session: Following the practice, both Flacco and
Report: Kyle Pitts is at the team facility rehabbing a foot injury
Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts did not participate in the team’s first organized team activity Wednesday, but James Palmer of The Bleacher Report reports there is nothing to see here. Pitts’ absence is not contract related. Instead, Palmer reports Pitts is at the team facility rehabbing a foot injury. Pitts,
Commanders, Dan Quinn setting the tone on Day 1 of OTAs
ASHBURN, Va. – Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn didn’t take a breath, cut back a snap or lessen the tempo during the team’s first practice since the NFC Championship Game. It’s always go time. “We are always the hunters,” Quinn said. “We’ve got a lot to prove. We’re going after
Jeffery Simmons not at Titans OTAs, Brian Callahan not worried about his readiness
Defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons did not join the Titans for their OTA practice on Wednesday, but head coach Brian Callahan didn’t express much concern about his absence. Simmons said in February that he believes in the direction that the Titans are moving in as they approach the 2026 season and