Chiefs request extension of deadline for stadium deal in Kansas
The Chiefs have leverage. And they’re using it. With both Missouri and Kansas offering stadium deals, the Chiefs want more time to decide whether to proceed with a new domed stadium in Kansas. Via Sam McDowell of the Kansas City Star, the Kansas Legislative Coordinating Council plans to consider extending
Cowboys insider addresses Dak Prescott, Joe Milton III rumors
In March, a rumor surfaced seemingly out of nowhere claiming that the Cleveland Browns were “negotiating…with the Dallas Cowboys for a trade” to acquire quarterback Dak Prescott from Dallas. No such transaction materialized, but eyebrows understandably were raised when Dallas landed backup signal-caller Joe Milton III from the New England
Dear NFL, NFLPA: Release the official collusion decision
It’s been a strange couple of days on the mean streets of #Scooptown. Major media outlets — and prominent NFL reporters and insiders — have ignored or downplayed the reporting from Pablo Torre (and PFT) regarding the 61-page ruling in a landmark collusion case. Beyond the NFL getting caught with
One NFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025
Sizzle or fizzle? For dozens of NFL players, it’s time for them to finally shine in the white-hot spotlight. Ahead of training camps opening in late July, Yardbarker NFL writers identify a player on each NFC team who must get hot this season. NFC East DALLAS COWBOYS | WR George
Dallas Goedert reworked contract for a chance “to try to win another one”
Dallas Goedert didn’t know for certain he would remain with the Eagles for another season until early May when he agreed to a contract restructure. Thus, it crossed his mind that Super Bowl LIX might have been his last with the team. The Eagles drafted Goedert in the second round
Cole Strange Leading Patriots’ LG Battle
The Patriots’ 2025 offensive line is largely set with Will Campbell at left tackle, Garrett Bradbury at center, Michael Onwenu at right guard, and Morgan Moses at right tackle. The only spot without a clear starter is left guard, where Cole Strange “appears to be the front-runner” coming out of
Bengals “proud to keep our future” where it belongs in Cincinnati
The Bengals and Hamilton County agreed to terms on a lease deal that will keep the Bengals in Paycor Stadium through at least the 2036 season on Thursday. In a statement confirming the agreement, the Bengals said there are 10 additional option years included in the agreement and that the
NFL Draft intel: Ohio State star draws comparisons to Hall of Famer
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From an Ohio State safety to a Penn State quarterback, here are five players we’re tracking: Ohio State safety Caleb Downs In his Monday scouting report, The Ringer’s Todd McShay compared Downs (6-foot, 205 pounds) to former Baltimore
After the collusion ruling, NFL has already made some changes
The NFL was caught with its hand in the collusion cookie jar, as to the issue of fully-guaranteed contracts for players. And even though the arbitrator erroneously accepted the NFL’s position that it was eating no collusion cookies, the NFL apparently has learned from the experience. The historical collusion/coordination extends
An optimist’s guide to the 2025 New England Patriots
NFL.com’s Gennaro Filice was particularly impressed with the team’s Day 2 selections, referring to running back TreVeyon Henderson and wide receiver Kyle Williams as “a pair of potent playmakers” and calling third-round pick Jared Wilson “the best pure center in this draft class.” ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. had Wilson ranked
Justin Tucker’s 10-game suspension was the result of negotiations, not a legal ruling
The 10-game suspension imposed on Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was not the result of a quasi-formal hearing followed by a quasi-legal ruling. Instead, the punishment flowed from negotiations between and among the NFL, the NFL Players Association, and Tucker’s representatives. That’s the word from Mark Maske of the Washington Post,
Former Ravens kicker Justin Tucker issued 10-game suspension
Justin Tucker has already seen his Ravens tenure come to an end, and he will be unavailable to his next team for much of the season in 2025 if he is to line up a deal. The All-Pro kicker was issued a 10-game suspension on Thursday. Mark Make of the Washington
Super Bowl LIX halftime protestor is arrested, months later
The performer who protested during halftime of the Super Bowl was not arrested at the time. He has been arrested now. Via Marco Cartolano of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, the Louisiana State Police said Thursday that Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu, 41, is accused of resisting an officer and disturbing the peace
Commanders, WR Terry McLaurin Not Close To Extension Agreement
Like every year, 2025 has seen a number of notable veteran contract situations linger into the period between offseason programs concluding and training camps beginning. Terry McLaurin is among the players who skipped minicamp as a sign of dissatisfaction with the status of negotiations. An extension has long been known as
Patriots release rookie DT Wilfried Pene
The Patriots have moved on from one of their young defensive players. New England announced on Thursday that the club has waived defensive tackle Wilfried Pene. Pene had signed with the Patriots in the spring as an undrafted free agent out of Virginia Tech. He had 3.5 sacks for the
NFL suspends Justin Tucker in wake of allegations
Justin Tucker is being punished by the NFL due to the allegations of sexual misconduct he has faced. The league announced on Thursday that Tucker has been suspended the first 10 weeks of the season without pay for violations of the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy. Tucker’s suspension will take effect
Justin Tucker suspended for first 10 games of the 2025 season
The NFL has suspended free agent kicker Justin Tucker for the first 10 weeks of the 2025 regular season for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, the league announced Thursday. The Ravens cut Tucker on May 5, designating him as a post-June 1 release for cap reasons. Sixteen massage therapists
K Justin Tucker Issued 10-Game Suspension
Justin Tucker has already seen his Ravens tenure come to an end, and he will be unavailable to his next team for much of the season in 2025 if he is to line up a deal. The All-Pro kicker was issued a 10-game suspension on Thursday. The ban will take effect
Giants announce 11 open training camp practice dates
The Giants announced their 2025 training camp schedule. They will have 11 practices open to the public at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center in East Rutherford, N.J. The first open practice will be held on Wednesday, July 23, and camp will conclude with a joint practice with the New York
Why Buccaneers GM ‘loved’ pandemic-impacted 2020 season
Despite numerous complications caused by the COVID-19 pandemic that impacted clubs through the playoffs, the NFL successfully completed a full 2020 season that wrapped up with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers recording an impressive 31-9 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV. During an appearance on the latest
Browns will have eight open training camp practices in 2025
The Browns have announced their training camp schedule for 2025, which includes several opportunities for fans to see the club practice. Cleveland’s training camp will take place at the club’s facility in Berea, with the first of eight open practices scheduled for Friday, July 25. The last open practice will
Steelers Planning 2026 First-Round QB Investment
Earlier this offseason, Steelers owner Art Rooney II made it clear the team would prioritize selecting a quarterback early in the 2025 or ’26 draft. GM Omar Khan and Co. then waited until the sixth-round to add a passer (Will Howard) in April while awaiting a commitment on the part of Aaron Rodgers.
D.C. Council taps brakes on Commanders stadium deal
When the Commanders, the NFL, and D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser struck a deal for a new stadium, it was sold as a done deal. The deal is far from done. Via the Washington Times, the D.C. Council plans to have public hearings on July 29 and July 30. This means
Analyst suggests Beckham should reunite with former team needing help
Eyebrows were raised after free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. teased earlier this week that he may want to reunite with the New York Giants when current Giants star wideout Malik Nabers told Beckham via Instagram that “we still got work to do.” NFL analyst Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports
UFL delays college draft to early September
The UFL isn’t moving its season to the fall. It’s moving its draft there. Via James Larsen of ProFootballNewsroom.com, the UFL has moved its draft to September 2. The goal will be to have a clearer picture of the players who won’t make it into an NFL roster or practice
Cowboys Could Target CB Addition
Little movement on the free agent front is expected during the break between minicamps wrapping up and training camps beginning around the NFL. When moves are made next month, though, the Cowboys are among the teams which could afford a notable addition. If a free agent is to be pursued
Second-rounder Mason Taylor focused on becoming a “full tight end” for Jets
Mason Taylor’s production in the passing game while he was at LSU helped make him the 42nd pick in this year’s draft, but the tight end wants to be known as more than just a receiver for the Jets. Taylor set a single-season record for LSU tight ends with 55
Giants seemingly have clear offensive leader
Three-time Super Bowl champion and current NFL analyst Mark Schlereth generated headlines when he recently suggested the New York Giants should cut presumed Week 1 starting quarterback Russell Wilson so they can go with rookie Jaxson Dart for their regular-season opener at the Washington Commanders. For an article published on
Collusion flows from the fact that NFL teams are independent businesses
For many, the news that the NFL was caught with its hand in the collusion cookie jar (despite the nonsensical conclusion that the teams didn’t follow the encouragement/directive to collude) was met with a shrug. And for good reason. Many assume the teams coordinate/collude routinely. Many assume it’s perfectly fine
Insider shares why Rodgers’ Steelers experience will differ from Wilson’s
Shortly after the Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a wild-card playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens this past January, multiple reports said that then-Pittsburgh quarterback Russell Wilson “did not have a very good working relationship” with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. Specifically, issues allegedly arose between the two because “Smith did not want Wilson changing plays
Browns announce promotions and new hires to football operations staff
The Browns announced a number of promotions and additions to their football staff on Thursday. They have promoted Adam Al-Khayyal to director of player personnel after stints as director of pro scouting and assistant director of pro personnel during his 11 years with the organization. Shaun Herock has returned to
Bengals Reach Stadium Lease Agreement; Final Vote Pending
As expected, the Bengals are set to remain in Cincinnati well beyond 2025. A new lease agreement has been reached between the team and Hamilton County, as first reported by Jason Williams of the Cincinnati Enquirer. The deal will not be voted on today, per an announcement from administrator Jeff
Report: Rams to bring back QB Dresser Winn
The Rams are bringing back a passer who was most recently in the UFL. Los Angeles is expected to sign Dresser Winn, according to James Larsen of UFLNewsroom.com. The UFL’s Wednesday transaction wire listed Winn’s contract as being terminated because he was signing with an NFL team. This will be
NFL hot takes: One AFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025
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Awards of Excellence winners honored by Pro Football Hall of Fame this week
The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct this year’s new additions next month and this week brings a celebration of others being honored by the Hall this year. Fifteen winners of Awards of Excellence in five categories are being honored in Canton, Ohio this week. The awards recognize contributions
What insider is ‘hearing’ about Steelers, Watt contract standoff
Numerous stories surfaced in June hinting that a big reason the Pittsburgh Steelers and unsettled pass-rusher T.J. Watt hadn’t yet reached an agreement regarding a contract extension is that Watt wants to better the four-year, $160M deal that included $123.5M guaranteed that Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns signed earlier this
Report: Bengals, Hamilton County have deal in place to extend Paycor Stadium lease
The Bengals are staying put at Paycor Stadium. Via Jason Williams of the Cincinnati Enquirer, the team and Hamilton County have a deal in place to keep the club playing at Paycor Stadium until at least the mid-2030s. Williams adds the county commissioners are expected to unanimously vote for it
Browns Release DE Ogbo Okoronkwo
Ogbo Okoronkwo recently emerged as a cut candidate, and he is indeed on the open market. The veteran edge rusher was released by the Browns on Thursday, per a team announcement. Okoronkwo had been in Cleveland since signing as a free agent in 2022. The former Texan operated as a part-time
John Harbaugh on WR Devontez Walker: All he does is show up and go 100 mph
The Ravens drafted wide receiver Devontez Walker in 2024, but he might be really making his presence known in 2025. Walker only played 57 offensive snaps as a rookie and he only had one catch, although he made the most of it by scoring a touchdown in a win over
Buccaneers address Todd Bowles hot seat rumors in big way
The tradition of Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles being the subject of “hot seat” rumors each offseason continued this past spring. On Thursday morning, the Buccaneers put such chatter to bed for the foreseeable future when they confirmed that they have signed both Bowles and general manager Jason
Browns release DE Ogbo Okoronkwo, sign K Andre Szmyt
The Browns have made a pair of roster moves on Thursday morning. Cleveland announced that the club has released defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo and re-signed kicker Andre Szmyt. Okoronkwo, 30, had been with the Browns since 2023 and was entering the last year of his contract. He registered 4.5 sacks
Buccaneers Extend HC Todd Bowles, GM Jason Licht
The Buccaneers have enjoyed a run of success under head coach Todd Bowles and general manager Jason Licht, and the team will have continuity on the sidelines and in the front office moving forward. Both have received extensions, as first reported by NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. The move is now official, per a
Buccaneers extend contracts of GM Jason Licht, head coach Todd Bowles
Buccaneers General Manager Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles have some added job security. The Bucs announced today that both Licht and Bowls have signed multi-year contract extensions. “Jason and Todd’s excellent leadership and vision have been critical to our organizational success, and the winning culture they have established
What Ravens’ Likely said to Andrews about mistakes in playoff loss
Baltimore Ravens players, such as quarterback Lamar Jackson, have routinely defended star tight end Mark Andrews throughout the offseason regarding the two costly mistakes Andrews made during Baltimore’s 27-25 divisional-round playoff loss at the Buffalo Bills this past January. During a recent chat with Scott Thompson of Fox News Digital,
George Pickens bails on Pittsburgh youth football camp, and Pat Freiermuth takes his place
Receiver George Pickens has left Pittsburgh, but he’s still making headlines there. Word began to emerge on Wednesday that Pickens had canceled his planned appearance at a youth football camp set for Saturday, June 28. The company that organized the event emailed the families of registered attendees to explain that
Did Aaron Rodgers nearly join Vikings over Steelers this offseason?
It’s now no secret that individuals within the Minnesota Vikings, such as general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell, discussed the possibility of signing quarterback Aaron Rodgers to have Rodgers start over 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy for a season. Such a marriage never materialized, and Rodgers joined
Aaron Rodgers: DK Metcalf is “a big reason” I signed with Steelers
Aaron Rodgers believes that the 2025 season will be his final one in the NFL and he said the chance to close out his career playing for a cornerstone NFL franchise helped draw him to the Steelers this offseason. It wasn’t the only thing that attracted him to Pittsburgh, however.
A fake quote attributed to Eagles’ Kendall Lamm caused him real trouble when it spread
As a relatively unknown offensive lineman, Kendall Lamm hasn’t been in many headlines during his 10-year NFL career. But now he’s the subject of plenty of unwanted attention, all because of a fabricated quote that some news outlets published without checking. Lamm signed with the Eagles in March after playing
Could the Bengals actually leave Cincinnati?
If a new lease agreement isn’t signed by next Tuesday, the team will exercise the two-year extension options that works on a rolling basis, extending the current lease, one the team is unhappy with, for two years over and over until a new deal is signed or the agreement is
Bengals Could Leave Cincinnati?
Despite being around since 1968, the Bengals are the seventh-youngest franchise in the NFL. Since their inception, though, the league has seen the Raiders, Colts, Cardinals, Rams, Oilers, and Chargers all change their locations; the Rams moved twice and the Raiders moved three times over that span. Now, there’s a