33 Unsigned 2025 Draft Picks Remain
The NFL has hit a logjam and is collectively lagging far behind where it normally is at this point in the offseason. Two years ago, the league hit its last 30 unsigned players before July. Last year, teams were signing rookies as quickly as they were drafting them, and only
Bears DE Austin Booker Primed For Breakout Season
Chicago’s biggest free agent signings this offseason were on their defensive and offensive fronts. Defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, and center Drew Dalman all earned three-year contracts with values north of $40MM. Odeyingbo will now line up across from Montez Sweat on the ends of the defensive
Former Ohio legislators sue over plan to pay for Browns stadium with “unclaimed funds”
The Browns will get $600 million from Ohio to help pay for their new stadium in suburban Brook Park. The plan for coming up with the money is officially under legal attack. Via Eric Fisher of FrontOfficeSports.com, a group of former Ohio legislators have filed a lawsuit challenging the decision
Report: NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell blamed De Smith for wasting sources on collusion case
While the NFL technically won the collusion grievance over the effort to suppress guaranteed salaries, the NFL Players Association scored a partial victory. It also generated compelling evidence of actual coordination among owners. Inexplicably, the NFLPA has not used the outcome to its advantage. Only now, two weeks after Pablo
Demarcus Robinson pleads no contest to misdemeanor DUI
49es wide receiver Demarcus Robinson pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor DUI charge stemming from his arrest last November, the Orange County Register reports. A judge sentenced Robinson to 36 months of probation and imposed a $390 fine on Tuesday. Robinson also has penalty assessment and is required to complete
Minor NFL Transactions: 7/9/25
July 9th, 2025 at 6:39pm CST by Ely Allen It’s been a while, but we have a minor NFL transaction today: Miami Dolphins At the beginning of the month, we saw news that the Dolphins intended to trade for the retired Giants tight end, with the official transaction going through
Source: NFL, NFLPA agreed to pause collusion litigation indefinitely after ruling
The secret agreement between the NFL and NFL Players Association to conceal the ruling in the collusion case regarding fully-guaranteed contracts included an important provision that will allow the NFLPA to pursue an appeal, nearly six months after the ruling was signed. Per a source with knowledge of the situation,
NFLPA To Appeal Collusion Ruling
In January, arbitrator Christopher Droney issued a ruling on the NFLPA’s collusion case filed against the NFL. Details of that decision were revealed two weeks ago after both parties agreed to suppress the findings. The league and union struck a confidentiality agreement in an attempt to keep Droney’s ruling secret,
NFLPA director should be on hot seat after collusion findings
While in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX this past February, NFL Players Association executive director Lloyd Howell Jr. celebrated the union’s communication with members under his watch. However, less than a month earlier, he worked with the league office to keep players in the dark over an explosive collusion
Eli Manning Backs Out Of Giants Ownership Bid
The Giants are among the NFL teams looking into the sale of a minority ownership stake. Eli Manning showed early interest in a bid, but he has since backed out of that endeavor. During an interview with CNBC Sport (video link), the two-time Super Bowl winner said he is no longer pursuing
Report: NFLPA decides to appeal collusion ruling
The NFLPA may be engaged in a little CYA. Two weeks after Pablo Torre Finds Out (and I helped) peeled back the curtain on the outcome of a collusion grievance that both the NFL and NFL Players Association had buried for more than five months, the NFLPA made a decision.
Rams Not Prepared To Offer Market-Topping Deal To RB Kyren Williams
Kyren Williams and the Rams have discussed an extension this offseason, and plenty of time remains for a deal to be struck before Week 1. If/when a second contract is in hand for the fourth-year running back, though, it should not be expected to move him to the top of the
Vikings and Wilf family commit $500,000 to rescue and recovery efforts in Texas flooding
It made perfect sense for the NFL teams based in Texas to contribute $500,000 each to rescue and relief efforts from the catastrophic flooding that has claimed many lives and caused widespread deduction. Now, a team not tied to Texas is matching what the Cowboys and Texans did. The Vikings
Manning reveals decision about possibly buying minority stake in Giants
A report from this past February revealed that New York Giants legend Eli Manning could potentially be part of an investment group that would purchase a 10 percent stake in the Giants. On Wednesday, Manning told CNBC Sport that he is no longer pursuing such a deal. “Basically, it’s too
Michael Penix: Making playoffs is what will make a successful season
The release of Quarterback on Netflix this week shifted attention back to the Falcons’ decision to turn to Michael Penix as their starting quarterback last season. Kirk Cousins is one of the subjects of the show and Cousins said that he felt the Falcons “misled” him by drafting Penix early
Browns Could Try To Trade CB Greg Newsome
The Browns are not expected to compete in 2025 and will likely look to trade players on expiring contracts as they load up on 2026 draft picks. One of the team’s most prominent trade candidates is veteran cornerback Greg Newsome, according to The Athletic’s Zac Jackson, a 2020 first-round pick
Insider offers update on trade rumors regarding Giants’ Jameis Winston
Whispers suggesting that the New York Giants are essentially hoping that some team will trade for backup quarterback Jameis Winston this summer continue to hover over the club ahead of training camp. For a piece published on Wednesday, Giants reporter Dan Duggan of The Athletic explained why it’s likely Winston will
Report: NFL hires six new officials, promotes Alex Moore to referee
The NFL has hired six new officials to replace the six officials who retired or not retained, Football Zebras reports. Umpire Marcus Woods (ACC), down judge Andy Werner (Big 12), line judge Quentin Givens (Big 12), umpire Larry Smith (Big Ten), umpire Brandon Ellison (ACC) and back judge Courtney Brown
Packers Expected To Extend RT Zach Tom
The Packers are expected to sign right tackle Zach Tom to a long-term contract extension before the start of the regular season, according to The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman. Tom, a 2022 fourth-round pick, is entering the final year of his rookie deal. He served as a versatile backup in his
Eli Manning taps out of buying a piece of the Giants, calling it “too expensive”
The Giants are selling 10 percent of the team. The player for whom the number 10 had been retired was interested in making a purchase. Now? Not. “Basically, it’s too expensive for me,” Eli Manning told CNBC Sport. “These numbers are getting very big. . . . A one-percent stake
Reporter explains Steelers’ alleged stance on trading T.J. Watt
As recently as Tuesday, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter insisted that the Pittsburgh Steelers “have zero intention of trading” star pass-rusher T.J. Watt amid Watt’s desire for a big-money contract extension. During a Wednesday update shared on Bleacher Report’s YouTube page, league reporter James Palmer expanded on the Steelers’ stance regarding a possible
Giants’ RG Battle Takes Shape Ahead Of Training Camp
The Giants are returning all five of their starting offensive linemen from last season, but they are still expected to hold a competition for the right guard job during training camp, according to The Athletic’s Dan Duggan. 10-year veteran Greg Van Roten played every snap at right guard in 2024,
Vikings’ Dallas Turner was scammed out of $240,000
Vikings linebacker Dallas Turner wired $240,000 to scammers who convinced him that they were representatives of his bank, and police are now investigating the matter. The Minnesota Star Tribune reports that police have identified several suspects and are moving toward filing charges. About 1 percent of the money — less
Commanders 2025 alternate jerseys lean into lofty expectations
The Washington Commanders are dressing for the part. On Wednesday, the franchise revealed throwback jerseys for the 2025 season which lean into the team’s lofty expectations while honoring the most successful era in team history. The Commanders’ “Super Bowl era” throwback uniforms recall the road outfits the team wore when
Report: Tristan Wirfs to miss start of regular season after knee surgery
During the Buccaneers’ offseason program, head coach Todd Bowles said left tackle Tristan Wirfs would be fine in training camp, despite Wirfs sitting out minicamp practices with a bulky brace on his right knee. But now, that is not going to end up being the case. Per Rick Stroud of
Buccaneers get bad Tristan Wirfs news ahead of training camp
Back in June, right tackle Luke Goedeke confidently declared that he felt his Tampa Bay Buccaneers could be responsible for the best offensive line “and best offense in the National Football League” this coming season. That unit has endured a significant blow ahead of the start of training camp. Rick
Jets announce training camp schedule
The Jets have joined their co-tenants at MetLife Stadium in announcing their schedule of open training camp practices. The team will report to camp on July 22 and they will hold their first practice open to fans on July 25. They will have another open practice on July 26. Seven
Which ‘hungry’ AFC West rival is biggest threat to Chiefs?
Expectations are mile-high in Denver — and everywhere in the AFC West — entering the 2025 NFL season. On Wednesday, NFL.com’s Kevin Patra relayed comments Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. made during a recent SiriusXM NFL Radio appearance, with the third-year wide receiver saying, “I think everyone’s hungry. I
Saints unveil alternate white helmets
The Saints revealed a new uniform option on Wednesday. The team shared photos of an alternate white helmet that they will use during the 2025 season. It joins their usual gold helmet and the black alternate that the team has used the last few seasons as options for headgear. Given
Bucs LT Tristan Wirfs Will Miss Start Of 2025 Season
July 9th, 2025 at 10:12am CST by Nikhil Mehta Buccaneers All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs is expected to be sidelined for the start of the 2025 regular season after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, according to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times. More to come. Follow @PFRumors
July 15 deadline looms for Trey Smith, Chiefs
July 15 is an important date on the NFL’s offseason calendar. This year, there’s only one team and one player for whom the date has importance. Next Tuesday is the deadline for signing any franchise-tagged player to a long-term deal. For the Chiefs and guard Trey Smith, it means the
Falcons reportedly ‘are most excited’ about this Penix trait
2024 first-round draft pick Michael Penix Jr. will enter training camp as the Atlanta Falcons’ undisputed starting quarterback after he replaced Kirk Cousins in the lineup this past December. For a piece published on Wednesday, Josh Kendall of The Athletic touched upon what Penix will and won’t be as a
Giants to hold 11 open training camp practices
The Giants will report to training camp on July 22 and fans won’t have to wait long for a chance to see them on the practice field. The team announced that they will hold their first open practice of camp on July 23. It will be the first of 11
49ers’ Brock Purdy shares why he thought he was being cut as a rookie
Long before Brock Purdy became one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL, he was the last pick of the 2022 draft, just trying to make the San Francisco 49ers’ roster as the club’s QB3 behind 2021 first-round selection Trey Lance and veteran Jimmy Garoppolo. During the latest edition of
ESPN announces “multi-year agreement” with Dan Orlovsky
He’s come a long way from the time he ran the wrong way. It was reported a month ago by Andrew Marchand of TheAthletic.com. It was re-reported elsewhere earlier this week. It’s now official. ESPN has announced that NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky has signed a “multi-year agreement” to remain with
Roethlisberger has Howard request for Steelers after Rodgers signing
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ signing of Aaron Rodgers in June to be their starting quarterback could make rookie Will Howard a largely forgotten figure as it pertains to the upcoming season, since Mason Rudolph is currently on track to serve as Rodgers’ primary backup. During the latest edition of his “Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger”
Commanders will debut “Super Bowl Era” alternate uniform in 2025
The Commanders will have an alternate uniform in 2025, and it’s a lot like how the franchise used to look on a weekly basis. Washington announced on Wednesday that the club will debut its “Super Bowl Era” uniform and helmet this season, which resembles the traditional kit the team wore
The ‘4,500-passing yard seasons since 2000’ quiz
Happy 55th birthday to former NFL quarterback and two-time Pro Bowler Trent Green! Passing for over 4,500 yards is the new benchmark for a top tier quarterback having a good season in the modern day NFL. How many of the QBs to hit that milestone in a single season since
With 30-year anniversary coming, Sal Paolantonio extends ESPN contract by two years
When considering the folks who have become fixtures in the coverage of the NFL during its explosion in popularity over the past 30 years, no list can be complete without the name Sal Paolantonio. Paolantonio, a national NFL correspondent for ESPN, will mark his 30-year anniversary with the company on
Goff reflects on being ‘betrayed’ by Rams via trade to Lions
The trade that resulted in the Los Angeles Rams acquiring quarterback Matthew Stafford from the Detroit Lions in exchange for Jared Goff back in March 2021 could go down as one of the top win-win NFL moves of the ongoing decade. In comments shared during an episode of the Netflix
Rams pleased with Kyren Williams’ offseason work, continue to discuss contract extension
Rams running back Kyren Williams wants a new contract, and he’s shown it not by holding out, but by doing extra work this offseason. According to the Rams’ website, Williams and his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, have had an ongoing dialogue with the Rams’ front office about a potential extension, and
Chiefs TE Travis Kelce Not Suiting Up For Any Other Team
Three weeks ago, veteran Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was undecided on his future once his contract expires at the end of the coming season. He claimed that he couldn’t see himself “ever playing anywhere else,” but with things up in the air still, he resolved to “deal with that
Why Ravens need to prioritize a Lamar Jackson extension right now
The Ravens return 19 of 22 starters from the team they fielded in Buffalo six months ago. This is mostly good luck, as the team avoided too many expiring contracts to impact players, but that luck shifts pretty hard in the other direction in 2025 with Mark Andrews, Isaiah Likely,
Extension Candidate: Lamar Jackson
The Ravens return 19 of 22 starters from the team they fielded in Buffalo six months ago. This is mostly good luck, as the team avoided too many expiring contracts to impact players, but that luck shifts pretty hard in the other direction in 2025 with Mark Andrews, Isaiah Likely,
Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles
At long last, the Magic 8 Ball is back. Last year, we used an online version of the classic toy to predict a bounceback season for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts … and incorrectly denied Philly the NFC East. Let’s see how it does in 2025. Will the Eagles repeat
Brock Purdy still wishes the best for Trey Lance
49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was an afterthought when he was drafted with the final pick in 2022. It took injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo before he saw the field, and after that, Lance and Garoppolo became expendable. Lance, the third overall pick in 2021, lasted through training camp
What would federal takeover of D.C. mean for Commanders stadium?
The Commanders reportedly may go to President Trump, if they can’t get D.C. Council to move quickly enough on a proposed new stadium. They ultimately may have no choice. Via Bloomberg, the latest installment in governance-by-overloading-the-system included a suggestion that the federal government could take over the District of Columbia.
Patrick Mahomes’s trainer livid at Kansas City radio host for calling Mahomes “fat”
A radio host in Kansas City had some things to say about a shirtless July 4 image of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Now, Mahomes’s trainer wants a piece of said radio host. Via TMZ.com, Kevin Kietzman of KCMO called Mahomes “fat.” Keizman also said Mahomes was an “embarrassment.” Trainer Bobby
Bipartisan effort begins to repeal gambling portion of big, beautiful bill
The big, beautiful bill may have been too big. Buried in the 900-plus-page piece of legislation was a provision that makes it much harder to gamble for a living by limiting deductions to 90 percent, not 100 percent, of losses. Three days after President Trump signed the bill into law,
Dak Prescott: “Exciting as hell” to throw to CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens
Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is back to full strength after last season’s hamstring injury and that means he can turn his focus from rehabilitation to the upcoming season. It will be his first season playing with wide receiver George Pickens, who joined the team in a trade with the Steelers