Vikings upgrade backup for starting QB J.J. McCarthy with latest moves
The Vikings later announced they agreed to terms with QB Carson Wentz. McCarthy, 22, missed his rookie season because of a meniscus tear in his right knee. Given his injury history, the Vikings would need a dependable backup if he were sidelined again. Howell, 24, struggled to prove he could
Eagles trade for tackle Fred Johnson
The Eagles keep making deals. The latest brings back a player who had spent the last three seasons in Philly. Via multiple reports, the Jaguars have traded tackle Fred Johnson to the Eagles. Johnson signed a one-year, $1.137 million deal as a free agent in March. Undrafted out of Florida
Eagles Trade For Packers T Darian Kennard
August 24th, 2025 at 7:19pm CST by Ely Allen The phones have been off the hooks all day in Philadelphia. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports a third trade today — and a second for an offensive tackle — as the Eagles send a 2027 sixth-round pick to the Packers in
Giants release S K’Von Wallace, put CB TJ Moore on injured reserve
The Giants announced a pair of roster moves involving defensive backs on Sunday. They have released veteran safety K’Von Wallace and placed cornerback TJ Moore on injured reserve. They made eight other cuts on Friday and will continue paring their roster down to 53 players over the next couple of
Patriots actively shopping starting safety
Coming out of Division II Lenoir-Rhyne, it said a lot that the Patriots were willing to make Dugger the second safety selected in the 2020 NFL Draft as the fifth pick of the second round. With Duron Harmon getting traded in the offseason and Patrick Chung opting out of the
49ers announce trade for RB Brian Robinson
The physical has been passed, and the move is official. Brian Robinson, who had become the odd man out for Adams Peters’ Commanders, has been traded to the team from which Peters arrived. The 49ers announced the deal on Sunday afternoon. The 49ers waived receiver Malik Knowles in order to
Browns Make 19 Roster Cuts
Barton started two games at right tackle for the Cardinals in 2024, but he couldn’t win a backup job in Cleveland this summer. Needham, who appeared in 63 games for the Dolphins over the last six years, similarly had a shot at a nickel role in the Browns defense, but
### NFL Player Rumors:
As the NFL season progresses, so does the wave of rumors swirling around players, trades, and potential roster changes. With team dynamics constantly shifting due to performance, injuries, and personnel decisions, fans and analysts alike are left to speculate about the future of their favorite teams and players. Let’s dive
Bucs haven’t closed the door on Shilo Sanders
The Buccaneers waived undrafted rookie Shilo Sanders, one day after he was ejected from the preseason finale for throwing a punch. Although the timing may have seemed to be a reaction to the ejection, the Bucs have not closed the door on doing business with him. We’re told that the
Roster cuts, injuries show Patriots botched 2024 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots took Drake Maye with pick No. 3 in the 2024 NFL Draft to be the quarterback of the future. They did little else to help him. Maye is a lock to make the 53-man roster as teams cut down ahead of Tuesday’s deadline at 4 p.m.
Vikings officially cut QB Brett Rypien, LB Cam Gill
The Vikings made official the release of backup quarterback Brett Rypien. The Vikings traded Sam Howell, signed free agent Carson Wentz and now have moved on from Rypien, turning over their quarterback room behind J.J. McCarthy. Undrafted rookie Max Brosmer was the second-best quarterback in training camp. The team also
Patriots Gauging Trade Interest In S Kyle Dugger
August 24th, 2025 at 5:13pm CST by Ely Allen Patriots safety Kyle Dugger lived up to his second-round draft status very early in his New England career. Despite the team signing him to a four-year, $58MM extension in 2024, the Patriots are actively shopping the safety out for a trade,
DT Jordan Phillips visits Bills, is expected to sign this week
Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips is reportedly set for another stint with the Bills. Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that Phillips visited with the team on Sunday and that he is expected to sign with them this week. There’s no word on if Phillips is slated for a spot on
Browns HC responds to claims he's sabotaging Shedeur Sanders
The HC made a questionable call regarding Sanders in Cleveland’s preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Cowboys cutting La’el Collins – NBC Sports
La’el Collins’ latest stint with the Cowboys didn’t last long. The Cowboys are cutting Collins today, according to Todd Archer of ESPN. Collins signed in Dallas at the start of this month and played in all three preseason games, but he didn’t do enough to earn a spot on the
Pete Carroll: Raiders Exploring QB Addition
As a result of Aidan O’Connell‘s wrist fracture, the Raiders will be shorthanded at the quarterback position to begin the season. Acquiring depth represents a priority over the coming days. [RELATED: Recapping Raiders’ Offseason] “All possibilities are available right now,” head coach Pete Carroll said on Sunday when asked about the team’s QB
Jets waive QB Adrian Martinez and five others; release LB Jamin Davis
The Jets expect quarterback Tyrod Taylor to be ready to go for Week 1 and they parted ways with another backup to Justin Fields on Sunday. Adrian Martinez was one of six players waived off of the 90-man roster. Martinez was 30-of-51 for 352 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions
Raiders linked to Pro Bowl QB amid Aidan O'Connell's injury
On Sunday, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll told reporters that the team would be looking for an experienced quarterback before the regular season to back up Geno Smith. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Browns waive 17, release four to reduce roster
The Browns have made several roster moves official on Sunday as rosters are reduced around the league. Cleveland announced the previously reported releases of quarterback Tyler Huntley and cornerback Tony Brown. Cleveland also released offensive tackle Jackson Barton and safety Nik Needham. Additionally, the club waived cornerback Chigozie Anusiem, tight
Patriots To Add QB; Vederian Lowe, Demontrey Jacobs Seen As Trade Candidates
As things stand, the Patriots’ quarterback depth chart solely consists of Drake Maye and Josh Dobbs. The team cut Ben Wooldridge shortly after the preseason wrapped up. As a result, the expectation exists New England will be in the market for an addition under center in the coming days. Indeed, head coach Mike Vrabel
Browns release QB Tyler Huntley
The Browns look like they are going to keep four quarterbacks on their active roster, but Tyler Huntley isn’t one of them. A day after leading the Browns to a last-play win over the Rams in the preseason finale, Huntley is in search of a new home. The team released
Cowboys receive significant Trevon Diggs update
The Dallas Cowboys can now plug one of their defensive holes. On Sunday, Patrik Walker of the team website announced cornerback Trevon Diggs (left knee) will be removed from the physically unable to perform list and moved to the 53-man roster. It’s still unclear whether he will play in Dallas’
Browns release veteran CB Tony Brown
The Browns released veteran cornerback Tony Brown on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Brown totaled six tackles in three preseason games. Brown, 30, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Chargers in 2018. He also has spent time with the Packers, Bengals and Colts. In
Bills Begin Roster Cuts
The Bills have begun trimming their roster in advance of Tuesday’s deadline for final cuts. The following seven players have been let go: Waived: Waived-injured: Given the highly inexperienced nature of each player listed, none of these moves comes as a surprise. The first six will hit the wire, and
Vikings admit mistake with Sam Howell, roll dice with Carson Wentz
Days after Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell declared the competition for the backup quarterback job to be open, he made his decision. None of the above. Sunday’s surprising-but-not decision to sign Wentz and trade Sam Howell represents an admission by the Vikings that they should have just signed Wentz in the
Did Shedeur Sanders’ rough outing change Browns’ QB plans?
Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders believes he’s a lock to make the 53-man roster, despite a disastrous preseason finale. In Cleveland’s 19-17 home victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, the fifth-round pick went 3-of-6 passing for 14 yards and was sacked five times for -41 yards. He
Draft Day Dilemmas: How to Handle Tough Choices in Your NFL Fantasy League
As the NFL season approaches, fantasy football enthusiasts gear up for one of the most exciting events of the year: Draft Day. This highly anticipated occasion can also be fraught with challenges, particularly when it comes to making tough choices. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a rookie draftee, navigating
Report: Vikings to release Brett Rypien
The Vikings are continuing to make changes to their quarterback room ahead of the start of the 2025 season. Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that they will release Brett Rypien as they move toward setting their initial 53-man roster by Tuesday afternoon’s deadline. The team signed Carson Wentz and
Vikings To Release QB Brett Rypien
August 24th, 2025 at 12:55pm CST by Adam La Rose The Vikings’ quarterback moves continue. Veteran Brett Rypien is being released, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports. Minnesota swung a trade with the Eagles earlier today to send Sam Howell to Philadelphia. That move paved the way for Carson Wentz to be signed as the Vikings’
Browns expect Kenny Pickett to be available for Week 1
The Browns aren’t ready to etch anyone’s name into the backup quarterback job for the start of the regular season, but they do expect to have all of their options available for the role. Head coach Kevin Stefanski said at a Sunday press conference that the team expects Kenny Pickett
NFL preseason Week 3 standout players: Lions have another emerging star on offense
The NFL preseason concluded this weekend, so let’s take a look at some of the standout performers from Week 3 of the preseason schedule. Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs Some teams choose not to play their starters at all in the preseason, but that was not the case for
Countdown to the Draft: Prospects Poised to Make a Splash in 2024
As the sporting world shifts its gaze towards the 2024 draft, anticipation is building around a talented crop of prospects eager to make their mark. This year’s draft class is brimming with potential, featuring standout athletes from various sports who are expected to elevate not only their respective teams but
Trevon Diggs passes physical, comes off the Cowboys’ PUP list
Cornerback Trevon Diggs said “maybe, maybe not” when asked this week about the chances that he’ll play against the Eagles in Week 1 and the team cleared a path toward having him in the lineup on Sunday. The Cowboys announced that Diggs passed his physical and that he has been
Lions LB Ezekiel Turner May Have Suffered Torn Achilles
Lions linebacker Ezekiel Turner suffered what head coach Dan Campbell believes is a “significant” injury during the team’s final preseason game on Saturday, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Turner himself said he may have sustained a torn Achilles. Turner, 29, has carved out a niche as a
Vikings trade Sam Howell to Eagles, sign Carson Wentz
The Vikings have solidified their No. 2 quarterback with someone new. According to multiple reports, Minnesota has traded quarterback Sam Howell to Philadelphia and signed Carson Wentz to back up J.J. McCarthy. Wentz had a tryout with the Vikings over the weekend. Philadelphia is sending Minnesota a 2026 fifth-round pick
Shilo Sanders would prefer not to rejoin Buccaneers after release
Sanders was ejected for throwing a punch at tight end Zach Davidson during the Buccaneers’ preseason finale on Saturday night against the Buffalo Bills. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Buccaneers waive S Shilo Sanders
Shilo Sanders will not make the Buccaneers’ initial 53-man roster. According to multiple reports, Tampa Bay waived Sanders on Sunday morning — a day after he was ejected from the preseason finale against the Bills for throwing a punch. Sanders, the oldest son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, always
Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer To Meet With Micah Parsons
The ongoing Cowboys-Micah Parsons contract saga saw another interesting twist during Dallas’ final preseason contest on Friday. In the third quarter of that game, Parsons – whose star status would have kept him on the sidelines even if he had an extension in place – lay on the medical table
Unlocking Profit: The Best NFL Betting Props to Target This Season
As the NFL season gears up, fans are not only excited about the games themselves but also about the various betting opportunities they present. Among these, prop bets have gained significant traction, offering savvy bettors unique ways to capitalize on their knowledge of the game and players. In this article,
Eagles waive S Lewis Cine
The Eagles have announced their trade for quarterback Sam Howell as well as the roster move they made to create space for him on their roster. Safety Lewis Cine has been waived with an injury designation. Cine was injured during the team’s final preseason game on Friday. Cine was a
Cowboys unsure of rookie's availability in season opener against Eagles
The fifth-round pick injured his right ankle/heel on Aug. 7 and missed two weeks of practice before returning to play the Falcons in his preseason debut. He reinjured the same ankle in that contest. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Report: Jaydon Blue suffered low ankle sprain, may be ready for Week 1
Cowboys rookie running back Jaydon Blue had to exit Friday’s preseason matchup with the Falcons early with an ankle injury, but he may not miss time. Per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Blue suffered a low ankle sprain on Friday. He’s hopeful to be ready for Dallas’ Week 1 matchup with
Vikings To Trade QB Sam Howell To Eagles; Minnesota Signs Carson Wentz
The Vikings are trading quarterback Sam Howell and a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Eagles, per Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. In exchange, Minnesota will receive a fifth- and seventh-round choice in 2026, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter was the first to report that the team is
Titans coach Brian Callahan likes having dibs on every waived player
There’s a silver lining for the coach of the worst team in the league. If, of course, the coach survives for the next season. The team that finishes with the fewest wins gets dibs on all waivers claims, through the first three weeks of the ensuing regular season. This means
Buccaneers HC rips Shilo Sanders for ‘inexcusable’ behavior
Shilo Sanders did make an impression on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers coaching staff during the team’s final preseason game. It just wasn’t the one he needed to make while competing for a 53-man roster spot. Sanders was ejected from the game in the second quarter when he became upset with Buffalo
Shedeur Sanders still aims to “change a franchise”
The preseason hay is in the barn. All teams will trim their rosters from 90 to 53 on Tuesday. In Cleveland, rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders believes he has done enough to make the team, despite still being listed as the fourth-string option. “Obviously. I think, overall as a player, I’ve
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Expects WR Jauan Jennings To Play In Week 1
49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings has been sidelined for weeks due to a lingering calf problem. However, head coach Kyle Shanahan expects Jennings to be ready for Week 1. “I expect him to be back, he should be back from it,” Shanahan told reporters, including Matt Barrows of The Athletic,
Unlocking the End Zone: An In-Depth Analysis of Red Zone Touchdowns
In American football, the red zone is a crucial area on the field defined as the space from the opponent’s 20-yard line to their goal line. Scoring a touchdown in this high-stakes territory can make or break a team’s chances of winning, as it often significantly influences momentum and morale.
Kyle Shanahan expects Jauan Jennings for opener; Jacob Cowing to miss six weeks
Wide receiver injuries have been a theme of the 49ers’ summer and head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a pair of updates on that front after Saturday’s game. The word on Jauan Jennings was more positive than it was for Jacob Cowing. Jennings has been out for an extended period with
Dan Campbell has brutally honest comments about Lions QB
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell offered a harsh assessment of one of his players following Saturday’s preseason game against the Houston Texans. The Lions rested most of their starters in their 26-7 loss, which gave their reserve players one last chance to audition for a spot on the 53-man
















































