Waiver Wire Wonders: Last-Minute Picks to Boost Your Lineup
As the fantasy football season heats up, navigating the waiver wire can be the key to a successful campaign. Week after week, hidden gems emerge from the shadows, ready to elevate your lineup and give you that much-needed edge. Whether it’s due to injuries, unexpected breakout performances, or favorable matchups,
Chargers sign LB Del’Shawn Phillips, place CB Eric Rogers on IR
The Chargers signed linebacker Del’Shawn Phillips on Wednesday, the team announced. In a corresponding move, the Chargers placed cornerback Eric Rogers on injured reserve. Rogers, an undrafted free agent, had two interceptions in the second preseason game, one of which he returned for a touchdown, before injuring an ankle. Rogers
Jaguars GM provides a huge update regarding Travis Hunter
The Jacksonville Jaguars head into Week 1 of the 2025 season knowing that the investment they made into wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter is going to pay immediate dividends. That was in question for much of fall camp. Hunter, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, suffered an
TE Cade Otton could miss Bucs opener with a leg injury
The Buccaneers are expected to be without left tackle Tristan Wirfs and wide receiver Chris Godwin in Week 1, but the offensive absences against the Falcons may not be stopping there. Head coach Todd Bowles told reporters on Wednesday that tight end Cade Otton is also at risk of missing
Wednesday NFL Transactions: NFC East
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Cowboys, Commanders, Giants and Eagles moves are noted below. Dallas Cowboys Signed: OL Hakeem Adeniji, CB C.J. Goodwin Claimed: DB Twikweze
QB Adrian Martinez to join 49ers’ practice squad
The 49ers waived quarterbacks Carter Bradley and Tanner Mordecai on Tuesday when they reduced their roster to 53 players. Both went unclaimed after being waived with an injury designation and subsequently landed on the 49ers’ injured reserve list. That left the 49ers with Brock Purdy and Mac Jones as their
Breaking: Star QB Signs Contract Extension, Solidifying Future with Team
Breaking: Star QB Signs Contract Extension, Solidifying Future with Team In a landmark move that has sent ripples throughout the league, the star quarterback (QB) of the [Team Name] has officially signed a contract extension, solidifying his future with the organization for years to come. This highly anticipated decision comes
Commanders’ McLaurin downplays concern after signing extension
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin insists his age is just a number. On Monday, the Commanders signed McLaurin to a three-year, $97M extension. The move could be risky for Washington. The former Ohio State Buckeyes star turns 30 on Sept. 15, the point when WRs can drop off. Former
Cowboys place RB Phil Mafah, CB Caelen Carson on IR/designated to return
The Cowboys officially placed rookie running back Phil Mafah and cornerback Caelen Carson on injured reserve/designated to return, the team announced Wednesday. Mafah (shoulder) and Carson (knee) are required to miss at least four games before they can return. The Cowboys replaced their roster spots by re-signing special teams ace
Edge Rusher Za’Darius Smith Top Name On Market
Now that all 32 NFL teams have thinned out their active roster to 53 players, placed players on injured lists, and started to settle their practice squads, teams have a much better idea of the strengths and holes on their rosters. Teams who weren’t sure if they needed to (or
Terry McLaurin on concerns about receivers over 30: There are outliers
During wide receiver Terry McLaurin’s extended push for a new contract this offseason, one of the reasons cited for the Commanders’ possible reluctance to a long-term commitment was his age. McLaurin turns 30 in mid-September and that ultimately didn’t stop the team from agreeing to a three-year extension with the
Can Brock Purdy live up to $265M deal amid 49ers’ WR issues?
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is already running out of targets heading into Week 1 against the Seattle Seahawks. On Wednesday, San Francisco general manager John Lynch confirmed wide receiver Jauan Jennings requested a trade. (The 28-year-old wideout is entering the final year of his contract.) The GM has
Titans’ captains include Cam Ward
It’s team captain season. And the first team to announce their captains, that we’ve noticed, is the Titans. Among the seven captains are quarterback Cam Ward, the first overall pick in the 2025 draft. The others are receiver Calvin Ridley, running back Tony Pollard, defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, safety Amani
Free Agent S John Johnson Suspended
Rashee Rice isn’t the only one receiving suspension news today. Though he’s not currently signed to an NFL roster, former Rams safety John Johnson was levied a three-week suspension to start the 2025 NFL season, according to Tom Pelissero. A former third-round pick out of Boston College, Johnson began his
Report: Micah Parsons sought a second opinion on his back tightness
Micah Parsons flew out of DFW Airport on Wednesday morning. Alas, he was not headed to Green Bay or a new home anywhere else. Jane Slater of NFL Media reports that Parsons is seeking a second opinion on his back. The Cowboys had Parsons undergo an MRI on his back
NFL power structure was ‘not happy’ with how Rice’s case was handled
A key detail has emerged on the timeline that ultimately led to Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice accepting a six-game suspension to start the regular season. On Wednesday, Rice agreed to a settlement to miss the first six games of the regular season in connection with his high-speed crash
Travis Hunter practicing at full speed, ready to play both ways in Week One
Jaguars rookie wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter is ready to play both ways in Week One against the Panthers. Although Hunter was held out of some training camp practices and the final preseason game because of an injury, Jaguars General Manager James Gladstone says Hunter is now at full
Raiders Place QB Aidan O’Connell On IR
The Raiders have announced the placement of injured quarterback Aidan O’Connell on injured reserve. The transaction comes a day after many thought it would. Each NFL team is allotted two players that it can place on injured reserve before the roster cut deadline with a designation to return, allowing them
YouTube-Fox reach “short-term extension” of carriage deal
There’s good news, for now, if you have YouTube TV and if you hope to watch football on one of the various Fox networks. The two sides have reached a “short-term extension” of a contract that expired on Wednesday. The duration of the extension has not been disclosed. Presumably, it
Packers GM comments on Micah Parsons as trade rumors continue
With the Dallas Cowboys and Micah Parsons still at an impasse in contract negotiations, rumors about the EDGE’s future are swirling. The pass-rusher is set to enter the fifth-year option of his rookie contract and has requested a trade. In a story published Wednesday, Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio reported
Touchdowns in Sight: Analyzing Red Zone Performance for Fantasy Success
In the realm of fantasy football, where every point counts, understanding player performance in the red zone can be the difference between championship glory and disappointment. The red zone—the area of the field within 20 yards of the opponent’s end zone—serves as a critical juncture for offensive plays and scoring
Seahawks release CB Shaquill Griffin after claiming CB Derion Kendrick
The Seahawks claimed cornerback Derion Kendrick off waivers from the Rams on Wednesday, the team announced. They released veteran cornerback Shaquill Griffin in a corresponding move. Kendrick, who won national championships at both Clemson and Georgia, began his college career as a receiver before converting to cornerback. He also returned
Wednesday NFL Transactions: AFC North
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Bengals, Browns, Ravens and Steelers moves are noted below. Baltimore Ravens Signed: Claimed: Signed to practice squad: T Gerad Christian-Lichtenhan, DB Thomas Graham, OLB
Raiders sign QB Cam Miller to practice squad, claim LB Brennan Jackson
The Raiders’ trade for quarterback Kenny Pickett helped keep sixth-round pick Cam Miller from making it to their initial 53-man roster, but Miller will be continuing his career with the team. Miller was one of 17 players signed to the practice squad on Wednesday. The Raiders also claimed linebacker Brennan
The ‘Active NFL QB game-winning drives leaders’ quiz
As the NFL’s list of the league’s top-100 players (as voted on by the players) continues to be released, Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff appeared on the list at No. 15. Goff led the Lions to a franchise-best 15 wins in 2024, throwing for 4,629 yards and 37 touchdowns with
Giants claim S Beau Brade, CB Rico Payton off of waivers
The Giants hit the waiver wire to bolster their secondary on Wednesday. They claimed safety Beau Brade and cornerback Rico Payton off of waivers. The Giants cleared space by waiving cornerback Korie Black and releasing wide receiver Gunner Olszewski. Brade played 11 games for the Ravens and saw almost all
Steelers Place QB Will Howard On IR, Re-Sign S Chuck Clark
Will Howard‘s rookie season will begin on IR. Although the Steelers carried their sixth-round quarterback onto their 53-man roster Tuesday, they will move him to IR today. Rookie cornerback Donte Kent, a seventh-round pick, will also be shifted to IR, ESPN.com’s Brooke Pryor tweets. To replace the duo on the
FCC chairman tells Google to resolve YouTube-Fox dispute before football season
Today, the carriage deal between YouTube TV and various Fox networks expires. If a new agreement isn’t reached, the Fox networks could be pulled from the service soon. It would impact Week 1 of the NFL season. Before that, it would keep Saturday’s Texas-Ohio State game from being televised to
Rice suspension could lead to dire consequences for Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs will begin the 2025 season without one of their top offensive weapons. Wide receiver Rashee Rice has been suspended six games by the NFL for violating the league’s personal conduct policy following his involvement in a multi-car crash last year. The incident occurred on March 30,
Rashee Rice took the six-game suspension because the end result likely would have been more
Every day, in civil and criminal cases throughout the country, deals get made to resolve cases. That’s what happened today in the NFL’s in-house justice system. Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice faced a September 30 disciplinary hearing. He would have been available to play for at least four games, and possibly
49ers Re-Sign P Thomas Morstead, Place WR Jacob Cowing On IR
After their moves to get down to 53 on their roster, the 49ers were temporarily without a punter. Thomas Morstead is back in the fold today, however. Morstead was re-signed on Wednesday, per a team announcement. The move means he will be able to handle punting duties at the start of the
Wager Wisely: Top Trends in NFL Betting Lines You Need to Know
As the NFL season heats up, sports betting enthusiasts are always on the lookout for the most effective strategies to maximize their winning potential. Wagering on NFL games has grown exponentially, with bettors keen to analyze betting lines, odds, and trends. Understanding the ever-evolving landscape of NFL betting lines is
Cowboys sign QB Will Grier to the practice squad
The Cowboys announced the signing of 15 players to their practice squad Wednesday. The list includes quarterback Will Grier, who they released Tuesday. He will serve as the third quarterback behind Dak Prescott and Joe Milton. Grier spent 2022 on the Cowboys’ practice squad and returned to the team’s practice
All-Pro’s extension another massive win for AFC North front office
Last season, Hamilton started all 17 games for the top-10 Ravens’ defense and recorded a career-high 107 tackles while adding an interception, two forced fumbles and nine passes defended. Per NFL Pro data, he had the fourth-most stops, defined as tackles that result in negative expected points added for the
Colts claim LB Chad Muma off waivers, waive DT Tim Smith
The Colts claimed linebacker Chad Muma off waivers on Wednesday and waived defensive tackle Tim Smith in a corresponding move, the team announced. The Jaguars waived Muma on Tuesday. Muma was a 2022 third-round pick by Jacksonville, and he played in all but one of the team’s games in his
Wednesday NFL Transactions: AFC South
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Colts, Jaguars, Texans and Titans moves are noted below. Houston Texans Signed: TE Harrison Bryant Claimed: Signed to practice squad: DE Solomon Byrd, DT
Panthers waive DT Jaden Crumedy
Defensive tackle Jaden Crumedy was the odd man out for the Panthers on Wednesday. Crumedy made the cut to 53 players in Carolina on Tuesday, but he lost his spot on Wednesday. The Panthers claimed cornerback Damarri Mathis and wide receiver Dalevon Campbell off of waivers, so Crumedy was waived
The ‘2021 AP NFL first-team All-Pro’ quiz
After spending one season with the Miami Dolphins, former first-team All Pro safety Jordan Poyer is heading back to Buffalo. Poyer, who has spent seven of his 12 NFL seasons in western New York, signed with the Dolphins last March after being released by the Bills. Poyer played 16 games
Week-by-Week Wonders: Must-Start Players for Your Fantasy Lineup
Week-by-Week Wonders: Must-Start Players for Your Fantasy Lineup As the season progresses, fantasy football managers are constantly looking for that competitive edge. Identifying players who can deliver consistent, standout performances is key to staying ahead in your league. The following week-by-week wonders—those players who, regardless of matchups or conditions, are
Eagles claim OL Willie Lampkin, re-sign LS Charley Hughlett
The Eagles made some roster tweaks on Wednesday. They have claimed offensive lineman Willie Lampkin and signed long snapper Charley Hughlett. Hughlett was released on Tuesday as part of the team’s final cuts. Lampkin signed with the Rams after going undrafted out of North Carolina. He gives the Eagles another
Wednesday NFL Transactions: AFC East
Following the 53-man roster cutdown deadline Tuesday, many teams will make slight tweaks to their rosters. In addition to waiver claims, teams can begin constructing their 16-man practice squads today. These Bills, Dolphins, Jets and Patriots moves are noted below. Buffalo Bills Signed: Claimed: Signed to practice squad: QB Shane Buechele, LB Jimmy Ciarlo, OL
Kyle McCord will return to the Eagles’ practice squad
Quarterback Kyle McCord was nudged off the 53-man roster in Philadelphia, but he won’t be leaving town. McCord went unclaimed on waivers and Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that he will re-sign with the Eagles as a member of their practice squad. McCord was a sixth-round pick this April and
Browns GM explains drafting of Shedeur Sanders after Dillon Gabriel pick
Numerous members of the NFL community have wondered why the Cleveland Browns traded up in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft to take Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders after the Browns selected Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel in the third round. During a recent chat with William C. Rhoden of Andscape, Browns general manager Andrew
Dolphins to sign RB Jeff Wilson to their practice squad
The Dolphins are short on healthy backs right now and they’re bringing back a familiar face to help them make sure they have enough players available. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that they are going to sign Jeff Wilson to their practice squad. Wilson was released after a brief return
Dolphins Claim CB JuJu Brents, To Re-Sign RB Jeff Wilson
The Colts cut ties with JuJu Brents on Tuesday, but the young cornerback will remain tied to his second-round contract. The Dolphins claimed Brents, veteran reporter Jordan Schultz tweets. In addition to claiming Brents, the Dolphins are reuniting with Jeff Wilson on a practice squad deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweets.
Game Changer: Weekly Highlights and Lowlights from the NFL!
As the NFL season picks up steam, fans are treated to a rollercoaster of thrilling moments, heartbreaking losses, and unexpected plays every week. The intensity of the games only adds to the passion that fans have for their teams. Let’s dive into this week’s highlights and lowlights from the gridiron.
Chris Ballard: Anthony Richardson isn’t done in Indianapolis
The Colts’ decision to name Daniel Jones their starting quarterback over Anthony Richardson led many people to believe that Richardson doesn’t have a future with the team. Richardson was the fourth overall pick in 2023 and missed most of his rookie year with a shoulder injury. He was benched during
NFL issues Chiefs WR Rashee Rice six-game suspension
The case between the NFL and Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice took a significant turn on Wednesday. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Patriots will release Kendrick Bourne
Teams looking to bolster their wide receiving corps before Week 1 can consider adding Kendrick Bourne. According to multiple reports, the Patriots will release Bourne. Bourne reportedly requested the move. Bourne caught 28 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown in 12 games for the Patriots last year. He was
Patriots To Release WR Kendrick Bourne; 49ers Interested In Reunion
Kendrick Bourne‘s up-and-down Patriots stint is over. Despite being carried through to New England’s 53-man roster, the veteran wide receiver is being released, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reports. This will wrap a four-plus-year tenure for Bourne, who has been a trade-rumor mainstay. He will now seek a fresh start elsewhere. The