Brian Schottenheimer: I expect to see Micah Parsons at mandatory minicamp
The Cowboys and edge rusher Micah Parsons have not yet come to a new contract agreement, which means Dallas could be in another prolonged contract dispute with a star player entering training camp. As noted by Clarence Hill Jr. of AllDLLS.com, Parsons is not in attendance for OTAs this week
Cowboys left tackle Tyler Guyton: I wasn’t good last year, I want to do better
Cowboys left tackle Tyler Guyton became a starter as a rookie last season, but he knows he wasn’t good enough. “I didn’t do too good last year,” Guyton said, via Todd Archer of ESPN. “I want to do better. I want to be a guy that can be depended on.”
Vikings legend Jim Marshall dies at 87
Vikings legend Jim Marshall has died. He was 87. A fourth-round pick of the Browns in 1960, Marshall was traded to the expansion Vikings in 1961. He played there through 1979, until he was days from turning 42. He started 270 straight games in Minnesota, a record for a defensive
Analyst shares worrisome stats regarding Jets’ Justin Fields
The New York Jets essentially purchased a lottery ticket regarding their quarterback situation when they signed Justin Fields to a two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed back in March. For a piece published Tuesday, ESPN NFL analyst Bill Barnwell shared some worrisome stats regarding Fields’ stints with the Chicago Bears and Pittsburgh
Micah Parsons arrives at team facility post-practice
Cowboys edge rusher Micah Parsons did not participate in the team’s organized team activity Tuesday, his fourth consecutive missed OTA. He did, however, show up to the team facility afterward. Parsons joined his teammates in the locker room, smiling at the media but avoiding questions, via multiple reports. It was
Analyst explains potential ‘downside’ of George Pickens, Cowboys marriage
Multiple reporters and analysts have suggested that wide receiver George Pickens will thrive with the Dallas Cowboys after the team acquired the 2022 second-round draft pick from the Pittsburgh Steelers in May. For an article published on Tuesday, ESPN NFL analyst Bill Barnwell offered one reason why Pickens could become
Mike Macdonald: Asking if Sam Darnold could lose starting job is a “crazy question”
The Seahawks turned the page to a new quarterback this offseason, trading away Geno Smith and signing Sam Darnold. But on the first day of OTAs the media could watch, Darnold had one rough sequence, with multiple reporters noting Darnold threw two red-zone interceptions in three plays. That prompted Mike
The ‘NFL yearly receiving yards leaders in the Super Bowl Era’ quiz
Take a deep breath New England Patriots fans – Stefon Diggs has made it to OTA’s. After tearing his ACL in October 2024, Diggs signed a three-year, $63.5 million contract in the offseason. He then recently appeared in a controversial viral video on a yacht in late May before reporting
Kenny Clark had foot surgery this offseason
Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark kicked off his offseason with a trip to the operating room. Clark told reporters in Green Bay on Tuesday that he had foot surgery in January. Clark said he initially suffered the injury in the season opener against the Eagles in Brazil and that it
C.J. Stroud dealing with injury at OTAs
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has been taking part in voluntary workouts with the team, but he has not been seen throwing the ball. That was the case once again on Tuesday, which has led to some concern about the former Offensive Rookie of the Year. Reporters who were present
Report: ESPN acquisition of NFL Media is “progressing”
One of these days, ESPN will buy NFL Media. The deal has been in the works for months. Last May, it was close to being done. And then it wasn’t. Negotiations finally resumed in February. Now, Andrew Marchand of TheAthletic.com (via Brandon Contes of AwfulAnnouncing.com) reports that the deal is
Saints Officially Place Derek Carr On Reserve/Retired List
The Saints officially placed Derek Carr on the reserve/retired list, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. The move formalizes Carr’s retirement, which was originally announced on May 10. The Saints were waiting until after June 1 to process the transaction so they could spread the $50.132MM in dead money across two
Eagles move Brandon Graham to reserve-retired list
After winning his second career Super Bowl and capping a record-tying 15 seasons with the Eagles, defensive end Brandon Graham announced his retirement. In April, he left the door open for a potential return, calling himself “90 percent” retired. On Monday, the Eagles officially placed Graham on the reserve-retired list.
Vikings legend Jim Marshall dies at 87
Jim Marshall, whose ironman streak remains the standard for NFL defenders, has died. He was 87. The Vikings announced the longtime defensive end’s passing. Marshall had been hospitalized for a lengthy period, according to the team. Minnesota rostered Marshall for 19 of his 20 NFL seasons, acquiring the historically durable
Jeff Stoutland, Richie Petitbon receive assistant coach recognition, winning Dr. Z Award
Richie Petitbon and Jeff Stoutland were named the 2025 Paul “Dr. Z” Zimmerman Award winners, the Pro Football Writers of America announced Tuesday. The Dr. Z Award is given for lifetime achievement as an assistant coach in the NFL. The award is named for Zimmerman, who covered the NFL for
Travis Hunter Playing CB At Jaguars’ OTAs
Part of the Jaguars’ calculus in trading up to draft Travis Hunter was his ability to contribute on both sides of the ball. Despite much consternation regarding Hunter’s multi-positional ambitions, Jacksonville seems committed to fulfilling his dream of playing on both offense and defense in the NFL. Hunter took reps exclusively
Taron Johnson participating in Bills OTAs after shoulder surgery
Bills cornerback Taron Johnson closed out the 2024 season with a torn labrum in his shoulder and his recovery from surgery to repair appears to be progressing well. Johnson is taking part in the team’s OTA practices this month and said that he feels like he’s on track to be
Report: Steelers renew trade talks for Pro Bowl player
The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to be going back and forth with their reported pursuit of a Pro Bowl tight end. ESPN’s Adam Schefter first reported on Thursday that Pittsburgh had been in contact with the Miami Dolphins about a potential trade for veteran tight end Jonnu Smith. Then on Tuesday,
Puka Nacua didn’t surrender No. 17 to Davante Adams; Nacua planned to change to No. 12 anyway
Often, a mediocre NFL player will surrender a number to a more established new teammate. When Rams receiver Puka Nacua, one of the best young wideouts in the game, quickly handed No. 17 to newcomer Davante Adams, it seemed strange. Nacua is established. He’s too big to be expected to
Minor NFL Transactions: 6/3/25
June 3rd, 2025 at 9:21pm CST by Nikhil Mehta Here are the latest minor moves from around the NFL: Denver Broncos Seattle Seahawks Signed: TE Mitch Van Vooren Prieskorn is a 6-foot-5, 255-pound rookie out of Ole Miss who initially signed with the Lions after the draft. He was waived
Micah Parsons will attend minicamp, but what about training camp?
Cowboys edge rusher Micah Parsons will attend the team’s mandatory minicamp next week, but will he be at the start of training camp? Parsons indicated in a social media post Tuesday night that he will join the team in Oxnard, California, in July only if he has signed a contract
Steelers TE out for season with torn Achilles tendon
The Pittsburgh Steelers have lost one of their free-agent signings to a season-ending injury. Tight end Donald Parham Jr. suffered a torn Achilles tendon during the Steelers’ offseason team activities (OTAs) on Tuesday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Torn Achilles tendons usually take nine to 12 months of recovery, which
Jaguars sign WR Trenton Irwin, DE Dawuane Smoot
The Jaguars signed wide receiver Trenton Irwin and defensive end Dawuane Smoot, the team announced Tuesday. Jacksonville waived wide receiver David White Jr. Smoot entered the NFL as a third-round pick of the Jaguars in 2017, and he spent seven seasons in Jacksonville. He totaled 133 tackles, 64 quarterback hits,
Steelers TE Donald Parham Likely Out For Season After Torn Achilles
Steelers tight end Donald Parham will likely miss the entire 2025 season after suffering a torn Achilles in OTAs, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The former Charger signed with the Steelers in February on a one-year deal for the veteran minimum. He was expected to slot in as tight end depth
Steelers lose TE Donald Parham Jr. to ACL tear
The Steelers now have even more reason to try to trade for Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith. Via Adam Schefter of ESPN.com, veteran tight end Donald Parham Jr. suffered a torn ACL during Tuesday’s OTA session. Parham signed with the Steelers earlier this year, after spending all of the 2024
Brian Schottenheimer offers Micah Parsons update
It appears pass-rusher Micah Parsons is skipping the final days of the Dallas Cowboys’ voluntary springtime workouts amid his desire to receive a lucrative contract extension ahead of the 2025 season. While speaking with reporters on Tuesday, first-year Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer addressed whether or not Parsons will participate
Trevon Diggs in danger of losing $500,000 for not rehabbing at team facility
Trevon Diggs is in danger of missing the 2025 season with a left knee injury. He also is in danger of losing $500,000 from his base salary for not rehabbing at the team facility. Todd Archer of ESPN reports that Diggs has not been at the team facility, opting instead
2025 Los Angeles Rams projected win total, prediction
Under head coach Sean McVay, the Los Angeles Rams have consistently been one of the NFL’s best teams, appearing in two Super Bowls, winning one of them and topping the 10-win mark in six of his first eight seasons on the sidelines. Here is a look at what could be
Mike McDaniel isn’t keeping up on Jalen Ramsey trade talks
Now that June 1 has come and gone, it becomes much easier from a cap standpoint for the Dolphins to trade cornerback Jalen Ramsey. But a trade still hasn’t happened. Coach Mike McDaniel was asked about it on Tuesday. Here’s what he said: “I don’t really check in on a
Travis Hunter already showing that Jaguars’ gamble is paying off
During the 2025 NFL Draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars dealt four picks to the Cleveland Browns to move up from No. 5 to No. 2 and take cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter. He’s already showing the gamble may pay off. On Tuesday, the team’s X account posted a clip of 2024 Heisman
Saints place Derek Carr on reserve/retired list
The Saints have made it official with quarterback Derek Carr. Via the NFL’s daily transaction wire, New Orleans placed Carr on the reserve/retired list on Tuesday. Carr unexpectedly elected to retire in May after experiencing right shoulder pain that was later diagnosed as a labral tear and degenerative changes to
Jaguars To Sign DE Dawuane Smoot, WR Trenton Irwin
Dawuane Smoot left Jacksonville for a 2024 Buffalo deal, but as the Bills have retooled at defensive end once again, a reunion will come to pass. The Jaguars are bringing Smoot back, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Now 30, Smoot will join a new Jaguars regime but be part of a
Report: Steelers, Dolphins renew talks about a trade for Jonnu Smith
The Steelers are interested. The Steelers are not interested. The Steelers are interested. . . . Only hours after reporting the Steelers weren’t expected to trade for Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Pittsburgh has “renewed conversations” with Miami. A possible trade between the teams
Five potential Travis Etienne landing spots amid trade rumors
The Jacksonville Jaguars are entering the 2025 season with a new regime, and there have been rumblings that Travis Etienne Jr. may not fit into the team’s plans. Head coach Liam Coen has denied that the team has interest in trading Etienne, but the rumors will likely persist throughout the
Zay Flowers has “no limits” from knee injury, Ravens want to get him the ball more
Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers missed the team’s playoff action with a knee injury, but he avoided surgery this offseason and is on track to be back in his familiar place in the offense come the start of the 2025 season. Flowers has been practicing at the team’s OTAs and
Dolphins, Steelers Resume Talks On Jonnu Smith; TE Has Discussed Miami Extension
The Dolphins-Jonnu Smith saga keeps going. After a report indicated Miami was not expected to unload Smith, ESPN’s Adam Schefter indicates talks between the Dolphins and Steelers on the veteran tight end are back on. Smith has expressed a desire to stay in Miami, but he is angling for a
Ben Johnson’s message to DJ Moore about bad body language: Just don’t do it
DJ Moore wore his emotions on his jersey last season, not hiding his frustration. The Bears wide receiver even walked off the field during an offensive play in a game against the Cardinals, sitting down on the bench before the play ended. He later claimed he tweaked his ankle, but
Patriots sign first-round pick Will Campbell to rookie deal
Chosen No. 4 overall, Campbell will be attached to a lofty fully guaranteed pact ($43.66M). New England will have a fifth-year option on this contract, covering the 2029 season. This deal leaves Travis Hunter as the only top-10 pick unsigned. The full guarantee on Campbell’s contract already ranks fifth among
Bryce Huff passes physical; Trent Taylor lands on IR
Defensive lineman Bryce Huff passed his physical Tuesday, making the trade from Philadelphia official. The 49ers announced that and several other roster moves. They signed wide receiver Malik Knowles to a one-year deal, waived offensive lineman Nicholas Petit-Frere and placed wide receiver Trent Taylor on the injured reserve list. Knowles
49ers Waive T Nicholas Petit-Frere, Place WR Trent Taylor On IR
The 49ers have not yet brought in D.J. Humphries, despite spring reports to the contrary, but they will also take another tackle out of the equation ahead of minicamp. San Francisco waived recent addition Nicholas Petit-Frere on Tuesday. A three-year Titans starter, Petit-Frere has now been cut by two teams
Panthers rookie WR Jimmy Horn Jr. dealing with hamstring strain
As the Panthers continue their offseason program, one of their rookies is currently sidelined due to injury. Sixth-round receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. is dealing with a hamstring strain, with head coach Dave Canales telling reporters on Tuesday that the rookie is rehabbing. “He’s in return to play, and then as
Jim Marshall was HOF talent unfairly defined by a mistake
The Minnesota Vikings announced on Tuesday that former defensive lineman Jim Marshall died at 87 following a lengthy hospitalization. On the list of all-time great Vikings players, Marshall should always be near the top of the list. He was one of the leading players on their famed “Purple People Eaters”
Steve Wright, NFL lineman who modeled Man of the Year trophy, dies at 82
Steve Wright, an NFL lineman whose impressive stature was immortalized in a sculpture that became the NFL’s Walter Payton Man of the Year trophy, has died at the age of 82. The 6-foot-6, 250-pound Wright was a giant for his day and an imposing offensive tackle at Alabama, where he
Former Vikings DE Jim Marshall Dies At 87
Jim Marshall, whose ironman streak remains the standard for NFL defenders, has died. He was 87. The Vikings announced the longtime defensive end’s passing. Marshall had been hospitalized for a lengthy period, according to the team. Minnesota rostered Marshall for 19 of his 20 NFL seasons, acquiring the historically durable
Stephen Jones on contract talks with Micah Parsons: I’ll let you know when it happens
The Cowboys have had more than a year to sign Micah Parsons to an extension. They are not there yet. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones indicated Tuesday he is not interested in talking publicly about their negotiations with the edge rusher. Jones had the same answer to every question
Titans’ Ridley explains how Ward has right mentality to succeed as rookie
Barring a surprising development, rookie Cam Ward will likely emerge as the Tennessee Titans’ Week 1 starting quarterback over 2023 second-round draft pick Will Levis at some point this summer. While speaking with reporters on Tuesday, Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley suggested that Ward has the right type of personality
First-rounder Will Campbell agrees to terms with Patriots
The Patriots have struck a deal with first-round pick Will Campbell. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Campbell has agreed to terms on his four-year rookie deal. It’s worth $43.66 million in fully guaranteed money and the Patriots will have an option for a fifth season. Campbell, who was
Patriots Sign First-Round LT Will Campbell
The first of this year’s tackles chosen now has a contract. The Patriots and Will Campbell agreed to terms on his four-year rookie deal, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport tweets. Chosen fourth overall, Campbell will be attached to a lofty fully guaranteed pact ($43.66MM). New England will have a fifth-year option on
Calvin Ridley: Cam Ward has a ‘F— it’ mentality, you need that as a QB
Receiver Calvin Ridley has played with a few different quarterbacks in his career, so he has a good idea of what it takes for one to be successful. Now working with rookie No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, Ridley had one notable thing to say about the young quarterback’s mindset
Poor offensive line should worry Texans HC after C.J. Stroud injury update
In 2024, Stroud, the 2023 Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year, was sacked 52 times, 14 more than in 2023. The offensive line’s struggles played a major role in preventing the Texans from building on their surprising AFC South title the previous season, as they finished with the same
















































