Aidan Hutchinson: Myles Garrett and I have talked about what could be
Browns defensive end Myles Garrett’s trade request has sparked a lot of conversations around the league, including one between Garrett and another heralded pass rusher. Lions star Aidan Hutchinson was a guest on The Squeeze podcast and he was asked about any offseason moves that he thinks the Lions should
Chargers to host 2025 game in Brazil
The NFL will officially return to Brazil in 2025. The Eagles and the Packers played at São Paulo’s Arena Corinthians in 2024, and the Chargers will host another regular-season game there in 2025, according to a team announcement. Earlier reports indicated that the NFL discussed a long-term hosting agreement with Brazilian officials.
2025 NFL salary cap to land beyond $277M
The latest salary cap projection arrived in December, hinting at a modest increase. As it turns out, that update undersold where the NFL’s 2025 salary ceiling will check in. That projection pointed to the 2025 cap falling between $265M-$275M, but ESPN.com’s Dan Graziano indicates a boom beyond $280M is now
Reporter links Seahawks’ Lockett with AFC West team, NFC East club
For a piece published Tuesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic wrote that Seattle Seahawks veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett could soon become a salary-cap casualty largely because “Lockett’s 2025 cap number is scheduled to be the league’s fourth-highest among receivers.” On Wednesday, Seahawks reporter Brady Henderson of ESPN shared why
Shedeur Sanders plans to skip the draft in Green Bay
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is not planning to be there to hear his name called in Green Bay at the 2025 NFL draft. Sanders, who is expected to be among the top picks, was asked in an interview with Overtime if he will be in Green Bay, and he said
Three safeties Raiders could target in free agency
Several top safeties will be available in the 2025 NFL Draft, and it figures the Las Vegas Raiders will be busy adding a safety or two. After all, the Raiders have a problem on their hands with their free agents in Tre’von Moehrig and Marcus Epps, who was sidelined for
Analyst thinks Steelers could get top QB prospect in 2025 NFL Draft
For the most part, NFL Draft experts have predicted that Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Colorado signal-caller Shedeur Sanders will, at worst, both be top-10 picks as part of a class that allegedly isn’t filled with first-round talents at the position. However, NFL Media draft analyst Eric Edholm mentioned for
Insider believes key OL will be ‘inclined to stay’ with Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles may hope to retain their star offensive lineman after helping them achieve a Super Bowl victory in 2025. Mekhi Becton, who’s played most of his snaps at right guard for the Eagles since joining the team on a one-year contract last April, will enter free agency when
Eagles could improve No. 1 defense in strong NFL Draft
During the 2024 regular season, the Philadelphia Eagles boasted the No. 1 ranked defense in the NFL, finishing with the fewest total yards and passing yards allowed. Behind the stellar play of All-Pros Jalen Carter and Zack Baun, as well as DROY finalists Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the Eagles
Ravens Re-Signing Stanley Will Be ‘Priority’
Ronnie Stanley put together the healthiest season of his career in 2024, rebuilding his value after length absences over the previous four seasons just in time to hit free agency. The Ravens, however, may not let him reach the open market. Re-signing the veteran left tackle will be a “priority”
Reporter’s update about Travis Kelce’s future may raise eyebrows
It seems Travis Kelce is still wavering about his future. The Athletic’s Nate Taylor and Cale Clinton recently reported the Kansas City Chiefs want to know whether the tight end will retire “around March 14.” Kansas City specified this date because Kelce’s $11.5M roster bonus activates on March 15. In
Eagles Promote Kevin Patullo To OC
As the Saints showed interest in multiple Eagles staffers for Kellen Moore‘s new OC, Philadelphia will protect one via promotion. Kevin Patullo will replace Moore as OC, NFL.com’s Mike Garafolo reports. The Super Bowl champions have since announced the move. A true Eagles OC search does not look to have
Chiefs not expected to franchise-tag Pro Bowl guard
The Chiefs’ issues blocking a dialed-in Eagles pass rush in Super Bowl LIX figure to also work against them in free agency. Philadelphia’s dominant victory highlighted the importance of quality offensive linemen, and one of Kansas City’s three Pro Bowlers will be paid as such soon. An expectation that the
NFL Minor Transactions: 2/19/25
February 19th, 2025 at 7:57pm CST by Ben Levine One minor move to pass along: Baltimore Ravens Keith Kirkwood spent the entire 2024 campaign on Baltimore’s practice squad, but the WR still brings plenty of experience to the roster. The former UDFA has appeared in 31 games in stints with
Report: Saints promoting Phil Galiano to special teams coordinator
The Saints have made a choice for one of their coordinators. According to Albert Breer of SI.com, New Orleans is promoting Phil Galiano to special teams coordinator. Galiano, 47, has been with the Saints since 2019, serving as assistant special teams coach. He’s also spent time with the Bucs and
Ja’Marr Chase expected to command historic new contract
Ja’Marr Chase was already expected to reset the wide receiver market when he inks his next contract. However, it’s sounding like the Bengals star could soar past the field. According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, Chase is expected to command at least $40M per year on his next deal.
Netflix could have bigger NFL ambitions than a single Sunday afternoon package
Netflix gave an otherwise slow week of NFL news a kick in the tuchus, thanks to podcast-interview comments from its chief content office Bela Bajaria. She said Netflix would want Sunday afternoon games. That opened the door for a guessing game regarding which of the two packages the company will
Ja’Marr Chase Eyeing $40MM AAV
Ja’Marr Chase was already expected to reset the wide receiver market when he inks his next contract. However, it’s sounding like the Bengals star could soar past the field. [RELATED: Bengals Seeking Long-Term Deal For Ja’Marr Chase] According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, Chase is expected to command at
George Kittle: Have to build offense differently without Deebo Samuel
The 49ers have given wide receiver Deebo Samuel permission to talk to teams that might be interested in trading for him this offseason and that is likely the first step toward Samuel’s departure after six seasons with the team. George Kittle has been Samuel’s teammate for his entire run with
Report: Chargers likely to cut former No. 3 pick
The Los Angeles Chargers could make a tough decision with former No. 3 overall pick Joey Bosa this offseason. ESPN’s Dan Graziano published an article on Wednesday that discussed all 32 NFL teams’ salary cap situations. In the section about the Chargers, the Graziano reported that people believe the AFC
Jaguars announce in-person interview with Josh Williams for G.M.
The Jaguars have continued their interview process for a new General Manager with an in-person interview. Jacksonville announced on Wednesday that 49ers director, scouting and football operations Josh Williams was in town to speak about the role. Williams has worked for the 49ers for over a decade and just completed
NFL Considering Expanded Replay Assist
There will be a pair of notable votes during this year’s owners meetings. As Ben Volin of the Boston Globe writes, the league is considering expanding replay assist and formalizing the “dynamic” kickoff. The NFL expanded their replay assist process last offseason. Previously, replay officials only had the authority to
Eagles to promote Kevin Patullo to offensive coordinator
The Eagles are staying in-house to replace Kellen Moore. Per a report from NFL Media, Philadelphia is promoting Kevin Patullo to offensive coordinator. Patullo, 43, has been with Philadelphia for the last four seasons, having come over from Indianapolis with head coach Nick Sirianni. From 2021-2022, Patullo was the club’s
NFL’s news could help Bengals keep Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase
Arguably, no team benefited more from the NFL’s increased salary cap than the Cincinnati Bengals. On Wednesday, ESPN’s Dan Graziano tweeted the league’s 2025 salary cap is expected to fall somewhere between $277.5M and $281.5M, up from $255.4M in 2024. “The continued rise of the salary cap should make it
A Buccaneers player’s home was burglarized during a Monday night game vs. Baltimore
The crime spree involving burglaries at the homes of professional athletes included a previously unknown heist. The report from ABC News regarding federal charges filed against seven men from Chile mentions that thieves burglarized the home of a player from the Buccaneers during a game against the Ravens. Tampa Bay
‘Several’ Teams Contact Rams On Matthew Stafford; QB Targeting Raise?
A popular talking point ahead of free agency has centered around this year’s quarterback options — both in terms of veteran FAs and the rookie crop — not being overly impressive. If the Vikings use the franchise tag to keep Sam Darnold off the market, the top prize would be
U.S. sports betting industry sees record revenue in 2024 (which means bettors saw record losses)
The house always wins. Which means its visitors always lose. Not every single time. There are short-term wins. Over the long haul, however, the house is picking pockets like a six-fingered Artful Dodger. Via David Purdum of ESPN.com, the American sports betting industry had a record $13.71 billion in 2024
Patriots continue to increase cap space with latest move
Sione Takitaki will need to find a third team in three years. The Patriots announced Wednesday they have moved on from the 2024 free-agency addition. The former Browns draftee signed a two-year, $6.65M deal with the Pats in 2024. Now, his release will expand the Patriots’ cap-space lead on the
Ex-NFL punter Chris Kluwe arrested over protest at Huntington Beach City Council meeting
Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe was arrested over a protest at a city council meeting in Huntington Beach, California on Tuesday. Kluwe was protesting Huntington Beach’s decision to display a plaque at its public library that uses the words, “Magical,” “Alluring,” “Galvanizing,” and “Adventurous” next to each other to spell
G Will Fries Interested In Re-Signing With Colts
Following a breakout 2023 campaign, Will Fries was looking to build on his momentum ahead of his impending free agency. Naturally, things didn’t go as planned, as the Colts offensive lineman suffered a fractured right tibia in Week 5 that ended his 2024 season prematurely. The 26-year-old doesn’t only have
Jaguars complete interview with Ian Cunningham for G.M. job
The Jaguars completed a second interview with Bears assistant General Manager Ian Cunningham, the team announced. He had his first interview with the team last week and made the list of five finalists for the job to replace Trent Baalke. The Jaguars also interviewed 49ers director/scouting and football operations Josh
Chiefs not using tags magnifies cap limitations
Offensive guard Trey Smith was the popular candidate to receive either the franchise or transition tag by Kansas City. However, this news eviscerates that, as the former 2021 sixth-round pick is expected to reset the market, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. “The Chiefs would love to sign Smith but know
Aaron Rodgers to the Rams would make sense for Rodgers, but not the Rams
On Tuesday, we started to notice chatter about the Rams potentially signing quarterback Aaron Rodgers. So we tracked it back to the origin in order to figure out whether it was rooted in something credible. As it turns out, Adam Schefter of ESPN mentioned it on his podcast, which caused
Justin Fields Interested In Re-Signing With Steelers, Wants Chance To Start
As the Steelers navigate their quarterback options ahead of the offseason, there’s been an increasing sentiment that they prefer to keep Justin Fields over Russell Wilson. If that’s the case, then the organization may be in luck, as it sounds like the free agent is also interested in sticking with
Patriots release Sione Takitaki – NBC Sports
Linebacker Sione Takitaki won’t be part of head coach Mike Vrabel’s first Patriots team. The Patriots announced Takitaki’s release on Wednesday. Takitaki had one year left on the two-year contract he signed with the team last March. Releasing Takitaki clears $2.68 million from the team’s 2025 salary cap. The Patriots
Adam Butler reveals if he wants to return to Raiders
Adam Butler is a big reason why the Las Vegas Raiders defensive line was decent in the 2024 NFL season. He had moments in the game when he made big stops against the run and even got to the quarterback. Despite the 4-13 record, Butler hopes to continue to wear
Clinton Portis joins DeSean Jackson’s staff at Delaware State
DeSean Jackson’s first coaching staff at Delaware State will include another former NFL player. The school announced that Clinton Portis will be the running backs coach and run game coordinator for the 2025 season. Jackson was hired as their head coach in December. Portis was a Denver second-round pick in
Ian Cunningham Jaguars GM Frontrunner?
The 2025 GM carousel has spun for several weeks, but the Jaguars have been doing the only work here for the past few. Nearly a month after firing Trent Baalke during their coaching search, the Jags are winding down their process. As second interviews have begun, one name has jumped
Ravens re-sign WR Keith Kirkwood
The Ravens re-signed veteran wide receiver Keith Kirkwood, according to the NFL’s personnel notice. Kirkwood spent the 2024 season on the team’s practice squad, but he did not play in a regular-season game. He originally signed with the Ravens after participating in the team’s minicamp on a tryout basis last
Report: Front-runner for Jaguars’ GM position emerges
The 2025 GM carousel has spun for several weeks, but the Jaguars have been doing the only work here for the past few. Nearly a month after firing Trent Baalke during their coaching search, the Jags are winding down their process. As second interviews have begun, one name has jumped out. Bears assistant
Steelers hire Scott McCurley as inside linebackers coach
The Steelers announced an addition to their coaching staff on Wednesday. They have hired Scott McCurley as their new inside linebackers coach. Aaron Curry had the job in 2024, but moved on to join the Jets’ coaching staff earlier this year. McCurley spent the last five seasons as the linebackers
Patriots Release LB Sione Takitaki
Sione Takitaki will need to find a third team in three years. The Patriots announced Wednesday they have moved on from the 2024 free agency addition. The former Browns draftee signed a two-year, $6.65MM deal with the Pats in 2024. Now, his release will expand the Patriots’ cap-space lead on
49ers are reportedly “exploring” a sale of up to 10 percent of the team
As franchise values keep going up and up, more and more teams are looking to turn slices of equity into cold, hard cash. Bloomberg reports, via Sports Business Journal, that the 49ers are “exploring” the sale of a 10-percent stake in the team. The offering would be based on a
Rams reportedly make Matthew Stafford intentions clear amid trade talk
It was reported earlier this week that Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford “wants to remain in Los Angeles and play for” head coach Sean McVay amid rumors claiming the Rams could trade Stafford since he has no guaranteed money left on his contract. There is yet another sign that Stafford won’t be
Vikings, Byron Murphy push back void date on his contract
Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy’s contract was supposed to void this week, but he and the team have agreed to a new date. Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports that Murphy’s contract will now void the day before the start of the new league year. The Vikings came to the same agreement
No Chiefs Trey Smith Tag Expected; Guard-Record Deal Anticipated In Free Agency
The Chiefs’ issues blocking a dialed-in Eagles pass rush in Super Bowl LIX figure to work against them in free agency as well. Philadelphia’s dominant victory highlighted the importance of quality offensive linemen, and one of Kansas City’s three Pro Bowlers will be paid as such soon. An expectation the
Report: Dolphins will not use franchise tag on Jevon Holland, allowing him to hit free agency
The Dolphins are not expected to use the franchise tag on safety Jevón Holland, Cameron Wolfe of NFLMedia reports. That would allow Wolfe to hit free agency as the top player at his position. The franchise tag at Holland’s position is expected to be $19.6 million and the transition tag
Eagles promote from within to replace OC Kellen Moore
As the Saints showed interest in multiple Eagles staffers for Kellen Moore‘s new OC, Philadelphia will protect one via promotion. Kevin Patullo will replace Moore as OC, NFL.com’s Mike Garafolo reports. A true Eagles OC search does not look to have transpired, pointing to the team’s confidence in Patullo. While the Eagles’
Nick Sirianni on new OC Kevin Patullo: He’s very important to the success we’ve had
Jalen Hurts will have yet another offensive coordinator, but at least the Eagles’ quarterback has familiarity with Kevin Patullo. The Eagles made Patullo’s promotion official Wednesday, announcing he will replace Kellen Moore as offensive coordinator. “Very important to the success that we’ve had,” head coach Nick Sirianni said of Patullo,
Lions’ Jameson Williams Avoids Suspension In Connection With 2024 Gun Incident
A gun incident involving Jameson Williams produced an internal police review in Detroit, but no charge ended up surfacing in connection with the fall development. That still left the blossoming wide receiver open to an NFL suspension, but he is in the clear there now as well. Williams will not