Inside the Sauce Gardner deal
The Jets and Sauce Gardner have worked out a new deal. On the surface, it’s the best deal ever signed by an NFL cornerback. At a deeper level, it’s open to interpretation. First, the details. Here they are, per a source with knowledge of the terms: 1. Signing bonus: $13.75
Zach Ertz makes feelings on Terry McLaurin contract standoff clear
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin wants a lucrative contract extension and raised some eyebrows when he said on Tuesday that he has “been pretty frustrated” regarding negotiations between his camp and the club. During a Wednesday appearance on the FanDuel TV “Up & Adams” program, Commanders tight end Zach Ertz
Cameron Heyward sends warning to Steelers amid T.J. Watt trade rumors
Pittsburgh Steelers pass-rusher T.J. Watt has understandably become the subject of some interesting trade rumors because there’s no indication he will receive a contract extension offer to his liking before he’s due to report to training camp on July 23. During a Wednesday appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show,” longtime Steelers defensive
NFL, NFLPA concealed another grievance ruling
When the biggest sports league in America and the biggest sports union in America begin the practice of hiding information from the public — and from their constituents — an obvious question arises. What else are they hiding? While trying to understand why the NFL Players Association would conceal for
Zach Ertz: I hope Terry McLaurin gets paid, and I know he will be ready for the season
Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin described himself as “pretty frustrated” with the pace of his negotiations for a new contract, and said he hasn’t decided if he will show up to training camp without a new contract. But Commanders tight end Zach Ertz believes McLaurin will be ready to go
Russell Wilson has strong thoughts about his playing future
Russell Wilson may not be done anytime soon. Now 36 and preparing for his first full season with the New York Giants, Wilson recently affirmed his belief that he can and wants to continue playing football into his early 40s. Speaking to Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated, Wilson expressed confidence in his
49ers sign second-round pick DT Alfred Collins
San Francisco doubled down on improving its defensive line after selecting Mykel Williams in the first round the night before. Many expected the 49ers to address the interior of the line on Day 1, but Collins fell to them in the second round all the same. A fifth-year senior (thanks
Commanders adding ex-Super Bowl MVP shouldn’t move the needle
Miller leads active players in sacks (129.5), per Pro Football Reference. However, he’s joining Washington after a rocky tenure with the Buffalo Bills. Miller signed a six-year, $120M deal with the Bills before the 2022 season. He would record eight sacks and 12 QB hits in 11 games in his
Second-rounder Alfred Collins, the 43rd overall pick, agrees to terms
It begins. One of the 30 unsigned second-round picks has agreed to terms. And he did not receive a fully-guaranteed deal. Via multiple reports, the 49ers reached an agreement with defensive tackle Alfred Collins, the 43rd overall pick in the 2025 draft. Of the slotted $10.3 million deal, $9 million
49ers Sign Second-Round DT Alfred Collins
It’s the 49ers to the rescue! After waiting in a holding pattern since May 9, we’ve finally seen a third second-round pick sign their rookie contract. Texas defensive tackle Alfred Collins is the player to break the standstill after signing his rookie contract with the 49ers, per Adam Schefter of
Commanders sign three-time All-Pro defender to one-year deal
After parting ways in recent years with former first-round picks Montez Sweat and Chase Young, Washington depended on a pair of former Cowboys in Dorance Armstrong and Dante Fowler Jr. for most of its pass rushing sets in 2024. The latter of two led the Commanders in sacks last year
Analyst outlines how Jets plan to maximize Justin Fields’ potential in 2025
Before the New York Jets gave quarterback Justin Fields a two-year contract, essentially a lottery ticket, in March, first-year Jets head coach Aaron Glenn worked to stop the Fields-led offense of the Chicago Bears when he served as the defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions. Former Lions passing game coordinator Tanner
Von Miller lands with the Commanders
The MVP of Super Bowl 50 has a new team. Per multiple reports — and as announced by the player himself on social media — Von Miller has agreed to terms with the Commanders. The second overall pick in the 2011 draft, Millers has played for the Broncos, Rams, and
Commanders Signing OLB Von Miller
Washington is adding a major veteran at a key position of need. After deciding not to draft a pass rusher back in April, the Commanders have moved to add a proven veteran. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, veteran pass rusher Von Miller is signing with the Commanders. Nicki
Najee Harris news could change Chargers’ backfield plans
The Los Angeles Chargers planned to use a one-two punch at running back this season, but that may have to wait. L.A. signed RB Najee Harris to a one-year deal in free agency to pair him with rookie RB Omarion Hampton (pick No. 22). Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz said
Bengals, Shemar Stewart Remain At Impasse On Rookie Deal
Bengals rookies are supposed to report to the team’s facilities this coming Saturday, with Wednesday standing as the start date for training camp, so the next few days will be crucial for getting past the contract situation between the team and first-round defensive end Shemar Stewart. According to Kelsey Conway
PFF gives 2024 Defensive Player of the Year a perplexing ranking
Let’s start with the glaring fact that Surtain was the best non-offensive player in the NFL, winning Defensive Player of the Year. He was not only a Pro Bowler, but he was also a First Team All-Pro selection, something that Gardner did not achieve in 2024. Winning these awards speaks
Chiefs cut Justyn Ross – NBC Sports
The Chiefs will open training camp without wide receiver Justyn Ross. Ross is getting waived today after asking for his release, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. As a freshman at Clemson in 2018, Ross looked like football’s next superstar wide receiver, totaling 1,000 receiving yards on the season
Minor NFL Transactions: 7/16/25
With rookies starting to report for training camp, we’ve got a good number of minor moves for the first time in a while today: Baltimore Ravens Cleveland Browns Detroit Lions San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks Smith, a former fourth-round pick out of Northern Iowa for the Giants, has decided to
Ravens place rookie OL Emery Jones on NFI
One of Baltimore’s rookies isn’t ready to practice after reporting for training camp. The Ravens placed third-round pick Emery Jones Jr. on the non-football injury list. While the reason for Jones’ placement on the list has not been reported, Jones may return to practice at any time before rosters are
Patriots reporter lists Drake Maye concerns outside of leadership
It certainly seems to outsiders that people within the New England Patriots, such as first-year head coach Mike Vrabel, want second-year quarterback Drake Maye to grow as a leader before the 2025 season gets underway. For a piece published on Wednesday, Patriots insider Chad Graff of The Athletic shared additional
Following fireworks mishap, Najee Harris will open training camp on non-football injury list
When agent Doug Hendrickson said last week that Chargers running back Najee Harris had sustained a “superficial eye injury” during a “fireworks mishap” at a July 4 event, one implication became clear: If the injury was nothing at all, Harris would pass the physical at the outset of camp. Harris
Darren Waller’s Dolphins Deal Includes No Guarantees
When the Dolphins acquired Darren Waller, the veteran tight end’s cap hit stood beyond $10MM. That is no longer the case, as the Dolphins and the unretiring tight end have agreed on a new structure after the unexpected trade. The Giants had acquired Waller’s Raiders extension in March 2023, only
Rashawn Slater reports to training camp as contract talks continue
Chargers left tackle Rashawn Slater reported to training camp Wednesday despite not having a contract extension. General Manager Joe Hortiz said contract talks continue. “Having good conversations,” Hortiz said, via Eric Smith of the team website. “I talked with Pat [Collins] yesterday, his agent, talked with him today. We’re working
Steelers insider addresses what T.J. Watt wants regarding contract extension
A significant reason the Pittsburgh Steelers and pass-rusher T.J. Watt haven’t yet come to terms on a multiyear contract extension is that the sides disagree on the amount of guaranteed money to be attached to the deal. During a Wednesday appearance on Pittsburgh sports radio station 93.7 The Fan, Steelers insider
Cam Heyward: T.J. Watt needs to get paid, finish his career as a one-helmet guy
T.J. Watt does not have a contract extension yet. The last time the Steelers edge rusher was unhappy with his deal — in 2021 — he did not participate in practice to avoid injury. Watt ended up signing a four-year, $112 million extension three days before the start of the
Daiyan Henley Full Go At Chargers’ Camp; Junior Colson In Mix To Start
Daiyan Henley played just 53 defensive snaps as a rookie. By his second season, the 2023 third-round pick moved into the Chargers’ defensive signal-caller role as an every-down linebacker — for a defense that made a substantial leap. The Bolts have Henley signed for two more seasons, and they re-signed
Chargers G.M. Joe Hortiz on Tre Harris: Practice is vital, hope he signs soon
Wide receiver Tre Harris is one of 30 unsigned second-round picks and Chargers General Manager Joe Hortiz didn’t have much of an update as to when the rookie will be joining the team at training camp. The two second-round picks that signed with their teams — the 33rd and 34th
Shemar Stewart stands alone as last unsigned first-round pick
Shemar Stewart remains the lone unsigned first-round pick from the 2025 NFL Draft. The Cincinnati Bengals’ 17th overall pick is still stuck in a frustrating high-stakes contract standoff as training camps are just a few days away. With cornerback Jahdae Barron of the Denver Broncos officially signing his rookie deal,
Browns place Elerson Smith on reserve/retired list
One member of the Browns has decided to hang up his cleats. Cleveland announced on Wednesday that the club has placed defensive end Emerson Smith on the reserve/retired list. Smith, 26, had been with the Browns since September of last season, mainly on the practice squad. He appeared in two
Chargers Expected To Place RB Najee Harris On NFI List
Najee Harris‘ injury sustained in a fireworks accident will delay his start to Chargers training camp. Although the free agency addition is expected to begin the season on time, his work with his new team is on hold. The Chargers are expected to place Harris on their NFI list, GM
Zach Ertz: Jayden Daniels wants to be so great that it really resonates with guys
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels had a wildly successful first season, leading his team to the NFC Championship Game and winning AP offensive rookie of the year. But that doesn’t automatically mean he’ll be able to pick up right where he left off when the Commanders take on the Giants to
Broncos’ first-round draft pick finally inks rookie deal
The Denver Broncos have officially come to terms with first-round pick Jahdae Barron, marking an important milestone as the team gets prepared for training camp. Barron, the former Texas Longhorns corner, was selected 20th in the 2025 NFL Draft and is widely expected to be an essential piece in a
Key Dates On 2025-26 NFL Calendar
The NFL recently announced important dates for the remainder of 2025 on through the 2026 offseason. Here are some dates to file away during these periods: Key dates remaining on the 2025 NFL calendar: August 5: Window to trade an unsigned rookie draftee closes August 26: Teams can stash two
Magic 8 Ball predictions for 2025 Buffalo Bills
Of course, some believe last year’s trophy should have gone to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who won the award in 2019 and 2023. Jackson shined in 2024, finishing as the league’s sixth-leading passer with a career-high 4,172 yards, 41 touchdowns and only four interceptions. Allen finished as the league’s 12th-leading
Anthony Richardson Is Healthy, Ready To Compete With Daniel Jones For Colts’ QB Gig
With the Colts’ veterans due to report in less than a week, quarterback Anthony Richardson is “going to be good going into training camp,” according to ESPN’s Stephen Holder. Richardson injured his shoulder during OTAs and missed mandatory minicamp, giving new teammate Daniel Jones a chance to take an early lead
NFL, Fanatics secure preliminary win in antitrust lawsuit over online merchandise sales
The NFL’s business practices routinely dance on the line of the antitrust lawsuits. Even though they are 32 independent, competitive businesses, they row their boats in the same general direction. It has led to legal challenges. In one of them, the NFL has secured a preliminary win. Via Reuters, federal
What massive deals for young stars mean for Jets
The New York Jets secured another key building block for their team through 2030. On Tuesday, Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner agreed to a four-year, $120.4M contract extension. The deal makes the fourth overall pick of the 2022 draft the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL, according to NFL Network Insider Tom
Shemar Stewart Doing Individual Workouts At Texas A&M
Bengals first-round edge rusher Shemar Stewart has been working out at Texas A&M’s facilities, as first reported by 247 Sports’ Ben Elliott (via Kelsey Conway of the Cincinnnati Enquirer). That has stirred speculation that he could be seeking a return to his alma mater amid his rookie contract dispute with
SCORE Act takes first step through House committee process
Congress has taken the first tangible step toward cleaning up the college-sports mess that the college should be expected to clean up themselves. Via Tom Schad of USA Today, the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade voted to advance the so-called SCORE Act with a party-line vote, 12-11. The bill,
Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase crowned No. 1 WR in NFL rankings
Ja’Marr Chase has officially been named the best wide receiver in the NFL by executives, coaches and scouts. He tops the list that places him in front of stars like Justin Jefferson, Tyreek Hill and CeeDee Lamb. The rest of the top 10 includes A.J. Brown, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Malik
Daiyan Henley says he’s full go for Chargers camp after shoulder surgery
Linebacker Daiyan Henley played through a shoulder injury while breaking through as a starter last season, but he says he is fully recovered as the team heads into training camp. Henley tore his labrum early in the 2024 season and had surgery to repair the injury after starting all 17
Reporter shares if Sanders has chance to win Browns’ QB job
Ever since the Cleveland Browns wrapped up spring workouts in June, numerous reports have indicated that 2025 fifth-round draft pick Shedeur Sanders essentially has no real chance to win the four-way competition for the team’s starting quarterback job. Sanders will spend the summer battling for reps with veteran Joe Flacco,
Falcons will wear throwback uniforms three times in 2025
The Falcons’ red helmets will be making three appearances during the 2025 season. The team announced their plans to wear their throwback uniforms during three prime-time games. The first appearance will come during a Monday night home game against the Bills in Week Six. Atlanta will break out their old
Analyst predicts how Bengals’ Trey Hendrickson, Shemar Stewart sagas will end
The Cincinnati Bengals remain involved in contract standoffs with veteran pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson and 2025 first-round draft pick Shemar Stewart as Cincinnati rookie players prepare to report to training camp this weekend. On Wednesday, NFL analyst Ben Solak of ESPN predicted how the Bengals-related sagas will end. “I remain confident
Ja’Marr Chase: Someone will have a 2,000-receiving yard season in next three years
No player has ever recorded 2,000 receiving yards in a single NFL season, but one of the league’s top wideouts thinks that will change in the near future. Bengals wideout Ja’Marr Chase led the league with 1,708 receiving yards during the 2024 season and he said this week that he
Russell Wilson Wants To Play Another ‘5-Plus’ Years
The Giants signed Russell Wilson to a one-year deal this offseason, indicating that they do not see the 13-year veteran as a multi-year proposition under center. If his contract wasn’t enough, the Giants’ selection of Jaxson Dart in the first round hammered the message home: Wilson will be starting in New
Jordan Addison’s case took an unexpected turn on Tuesday
The trial in Vikings receiver Jordan Addison’s DUI case was supposed to start on Tuesday. It didn’t. Instead, Addison is due back in court on Thursday. Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com posted on Tuesday that online records show Addison is scheduled for a “hearing” on Thursday. The online records maintained by
Cowboys’ Micah Parsons makes big guarantee about contract extension
As of the morning of July 16, Dallas Cowboys star pass-rusher Micah Parsons remained on track to report to training camp on July 21 without having his desired contract extension in hand. While speaking at his football camp on Tuesday, Parsons offered quite a prediction regarding his financial future. “…I’m
Bengals to induct Dave Lapham, Lemar Parrish into Ring of Honor
The Bengals will induct two of their former players into their Ring of Honor this year. Cincinnati announced on Wednesday that Dave Lapham and Lemar Parrish will be given the honor midway through the season. Lapham, an offensive lineman, played his entire career with the Bengals from 1974-1983. He appeared