It could be too late for the unsigned second-round picks to take a stand
One of the benefits of owning and operating a media outlet that everyone connected to the NFL reads (not an exaggeration) is that various folks will from time to time pass long ideas, knowing that, if I like the idea, there’s a chance it’ll be broadcast to everyone who wastes
Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs Expected To Miss Start Of Season; Team Not Pressed To Make CB Addition
It appears as if Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs will indeed miss time in 2025. Diggs, who just finished the first year of the five-year, $97MM extension he landed in July 2023, began battling injuries shortly after signing the deal, and Joseph Hoyt of the Dallas Morning News confirms the Alabama
Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins arrested
Judkins was arrested Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., per information from the Broward County Sheriff. This news comes shortly before the start of Cleveland’s training camp. Judkins is among the 30 second-round picks from this year’s draft who have yet to sign their rookie contracts. Through a spokesman, the Browns
With two days left, no signs yet of a long-term deal for Trey Smith
The clock keeps ticking toward an important annual deadline. On Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. ET, the window closes on a long-term deal for franchise-tagged Chiefs guard Trey Smith. If no deal is done, Smith will play under the tag for 2025. He’ll have a fully-guaranteed $23.4 million salary. It makes
Deion Sanders wants NFL-style fines for uniform violations in college football
When he was an NFL player, Deion Sanders was fined multiple times for uniform violations. Now that Sanders is the Colorado head coach, he’d like to see such fines brought to college football. Sanders said at Big 12 media days that he dislikes how many players in college football wear
5 Key Stories: 7/6/25 – 7/12/25
The build-up to NFL training camps continues, and the offseason’s quiet period has nearly come to an end as a result. The past few days have nonetheless seen a few notable developments. In case you missed any of them, here is a quick recap: Bears, Poles Agree To Extension: The
Why almost none of the NFL’s second-round picks have signed
NFL training camps are starting to kick off, and there is one big storyline that is going to be worth watching in the coming days and weeks. Almost none of the league’s second-round draft picks have signed contracts, and now we officially have our first holdout in that group as
Browns RB Quinshon Judkins Arrested
Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins has been arrested on charges of battery and domestic violence, as noted by The Athletic’s Zac Jackson. Judkins was arrested today in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, per information from the Broward County Sheriff. This news comes shortly before the start of Cleveland’s training camp. Judkins is among
Tre Harris holding out of Chargers training camp
As the Los Angeles Chargers opened training camp this week, one important member of their 2025 NFL draft class was absent from the field. According to Ian Rapoport, second-round pick Tre Harris, remains unsigned and unable to report with the rest of his draft class. Tre was selected 55th overall
Quinshon Judkins is arrested for battery and domestic violence
Running back Quinshon Judkins, a second-round pick in April, has been arrested in Florida. Via the Broward County Sheriff’s Office, Judkins is being held for the following charges: “Touch or strike/battery/domestic violence.” We became aware of the situation via a tweet from Zac Jackson of TheAthletic.com. Judkins, a former star
Chargers WR Tre Harris Absent From Training Camp
Saturday marks the reporting date for rookies at the Chargers’ training camp. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports Tre Harris is absent from the team, however. The wideout is one of 33 selections from the 2025 draft who have yet to sign their rookie contracts. 30 of them – including Harris
Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2025 New York Giants
Meanwhile, Wilson missed his first six games in Pittsburgh with a calf issue before going 6-6 as a starter, including a 28-14 loss to the Ravens in the postseason. The 36-year-old signed a one-year, $10.5M contract to join the Giants in the offseason after throwing for 2,482 yards and 16
Second-round WR Tre Harris officially a holdout as Chargers report to camp
The Chargers’ rookies reported to training camp on Saturday, and second-round wide receiver Tre Harris was not present, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. Harris remains unsigned, as do 29 other players drafted in the second round. Texans receiver Jayden Higgins, the 34th overall pick, became the first second-round pick
Giants Rumors: Miller, Robinson, UDFAs
Technically an undrafted signee in 2023, Dante Miller made his NFL debut last year for Big Blue in two games off the practice squad. According to Dan Duggan of The Athletic, there’s a chance he could work his way on to the active roster in 2025. Miller was an interesting
Report: Lloyd Howell does not intend to resign as NFLPA executive director
It’s still possible that NFL Players Association executive director Lloyd Howell will be pushed out. However, he doesn’t plan to walk away. Citing an unnamed source with knowledge of the situation, the Washington Post reports that Howell does not intend to resign. While he has weathered the immediate storm resulting
Extension Candidate: Terry McLaurin
There’s been no shortage of noise coming out of the District of Columbia — technically 25 miles or so west of DC — concerning the extension negotiations for veteran wide receiver Terry McLaurin. It should be a no-brainer: a second-team All-Pro heading into a contract year with a $25.5MM cap
Randy Moss believes this wide receiver could be the best ever
From one Vikings legend to another, Randy Moss has been very vocal about his admiration for current superstar Justin Jefferson. In a TMZ Sports interview, Moss had some bold predictions for Justin, declaring that he could surpass any wide receiver in NFL history. “I think Justin Jefferson is on pace
Report: Steelers are “inquiring” as to T.J. Watt’s possible trade value
There’s often a difference between the things a reporter will write, and the things a reporter will say. When putting words on paper (real or electronic), there’s always a greater degree of care. When putting words into the ether, everyone (me included) is a little looser. It happens all the
Browns Rookie QBs Unlikely To Win Starting Gig; Dillon Gabriel Has Slight Edge Over Shedeur Sanders
The Browns’ four-man quarterback battle is slowly coming into focus as we approach training camp. With Deshaun Watson soon headed for the reserve/physically unable to perform or reserve/non-football injury list, The Athletic’s Zac Jackson tells us that he views it as Joe Flacco vs. Kenny Pickett for the starting job
Robert Kraft offers rare praise for Bill Belichick
The relationship between New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and former coach Bill Belichick has taken a turn for the worse in recent years. However, Kraft recently offered his former coach a high compliment. Kraft appeared on a live version of the “Dudes on Dudes” podcast hosted by Julian Edelman
Steelers Made Decision To Trade WR George Pickens Immediately After 2024 Season
Following a four-game losing streak to close the regular season, during which the offense put up 107-, 198-, 162-, and 119-yard passing performances, and following the subsequent road playoff exit at the hands of a division rival that passed it for the division lead over those final four games with
Tony Buzbee: July 9 hearing in Shannon Sharpe case had been postponed by agreement of counsel
There was a hearing on Wednesday in the civil lawsuit against Hall of Fame tight end Shannon Sharpe. There wasn’t supposed to be. Attorney Tony Buzbee has informed PFT that the lawyers had agreed to postpone the July 9 hearing. Buzbee shared this statement from Sharpe’s legal team: “We are
Former Cardinals tackle Luis Sharpe dies at 65
Luis Sharpe, a 13-year member of the Cardinals organization, has died. He was 65. Via Bob McManaman of the Arizona Republic, Sharpe’s wife, Tameka Williams-Sharpe, announced his passing on social media. Born in Havana, Sharpe played high school football in Detroit. He played collegiately at UCLA. The Cardinals selected Sharpe
All-Pro DT Ndamukong Suh announces retirement
Longtime NFL defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh has officially announced his retirement in a social media post. Suh was one of the most dominant defensive linemen of the 2010s, earning five Pro Bowls and three first-team All-Pro selections across his 13-year career. He finished one game shy of 200 regular-season appearances and
Ndamukong Suh Announces Retirement
Longtime NFL defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh has officially announced his retirement in a social media post. Suh was one of the most dominant defensive linemen of the 2010s, earning five Pro Bowls and three first-team All-Pro selections across his 13-year career. He finished one game shy of 200 regular-season appearances
Ndamukong Suh announces his retirement
Ndamukong Suh, who hasn’t played in an NFL game since Super Bowl LVII two and a half years ago, today made it official that his NFL career is over. While not a surprise, the timing of the announcement had personal significance to Suh because today is the first anniversary of
Father of Mine, Son of Mine are always free on Kindle Unlimited
Every one in a while, we’ll set the price of Father of Mine and/or Son of Mine to free. There’s a way to read both of them for free (or, technically, at no additional charge) any and every day. Kindle Unlimited gives you the unlimited (thus the title) ability to
Plaintiff’s lawyer didn’t show up for first hearing in sexual assault lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe
The civil lawsuit against Hall of Fame tight end Shannon Sharpe went to court for the first time this week. Per KLAS-TV, via AwfulAnnouncing.com, the attorney representing the plaintiff didn’t show up. As noted here earlier in the week, the hearing was scheduled in connection with three different motions to
Robert Kraft says his best move as owner was trading for Bill Belichick
The ice apparently is thawing, at least a bit, between Patriots owner Robert Kraft and former Patriots coach Bill Belichick. Appearing live with Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman for their Dudes on Dudes podcast at last month’s Fanatics Fest in New York, Kraft was asked to describe his best move
As Chargers rookie report for camp, second-round WR Tre Harris remains unsigned
The 2011 Collective Bargaining Agreement created a rookie wage scale that leaves few issues on which to haggle. This year, one of those issues has prevented 30 of 32 second-round picks from signing. The problem is simple to explain, far from simple to solve. Before 2025, no second-round picks had
Deion Sanders: NCAA should adopt NFL rules like two feet in bounds, pass interference
Deion Sanders wants to see standardized rules across both college and pro football. Sanders said at the Big 12 media days that the NCAA should adopt the NFL’s rules to better prepare college players for the pros. Sanders cited the NFL’s rule requiring receivers to get two feet in bounds
CB Asante Samuel Jr. Hasn’t Ruled Dolphins Out
It stands to reason that retired cornerback Asante Samuel would harbor no love for the Dolphins, a division rival of his for the first five years of his career in New England. Regardless, his free agent son, former Chargers cornerback Asante Samuel Jr., may still have the door open to
NFL Staff Updates: Commanders, Falcons, Raiders
The Commanders announced a number of new hires and promotions to their scouting and analytics departments this week. In the scouting department, Charles Brensinger was promoted from scouting assistant to manager of scouting operations for his fourth year with the team. Before Washington, Brensinger spent seven years in Detroit —
Falcons QB Kirk Cousins Didn’t Want To Leave Minnesota
With the second season of Netflix’s Quarterback documentary series releasing earlier this week, Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports gave some interesting context to one of the more solemn storylines of the show. Two years after appearing on the show’s first season, in which he shined as the starter of a 13-4
What’s causing Chiefs’ Trey Smith to ‘lose sleep’ amid contract saga
As Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio noted, the Kansas City Chiefs and star guard Trey Smith have until 4 p.m. ET on July 15 to come to terms on a long-term deal before Smith will be locked down for the 2025 season via the $23.4M franchise tender he signed back
Who has ‘slight edge’ in Browns’ Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders battle?
Former NFL quarterback and current analyst Ryan Fitzpatrick seemingly confirmed how Cleveland Browns coaches view rookie quarterbacks Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders during a recent appearance on NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football” program, stating that he knows the Browns are particularly “excited about Gabriel.” For a piece published on Friday, Mary
Patrick Mahomes on Missouri or Kansas: “We can’t go wrong”
As the Chiefs ponder whether to renovate Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri or to build a new stadium in Kansas, the face of the franchise is playing both sides of the fence. “You know, it is really out of my control, honestly,” quarterback Patrick Mahomes said this week in an interview
Tyler Booker’s outlook on position switch should excite Cowboys fans
The Dallas Cowboys are entering training camp with a bunch of new faces on the offensive line. Out goes Tyron Smith, Zack Martin and Travis Frederick; in comes Tyler Guyton, Tyler Smith and Tyler Booker. With this new look offensive line, it appears that one player will be asked to
Randy Moss looks forward to his return to ESPN
After a bout with bile duct cancer, Hall of Fame receiver Randy Moss is ready to go for the 2025 season, when he’ll return to his weekly job at ESPN. “Man, I look forward to it,” Moss told TMZ.com, via AwfulAnnouncing.com. “I miss my crew. Greeny, Alex [Smith], Tedy [Bruschi].
T.J. Watt Not Expected To Engage In Holdout; Steelers Not Seeking Trade
No movement has taken place recently on the T.J. Watt extension front. Still, the situation is unlikely to result in a training camp holdout. The former Defensive Player of the Year is expected to attend training camp, Mark Kaboly of the Pat McAfee Show reports. That comes as no surprise, since a holdout
All-Pro TE Mark Andrews says he has 'a lot left to do' for Ravens
Baltimore Ravens’ Mark Andrews is still one of the best tight ends in the NFL. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Mark Andrews: I’ve had to eat a lot of crap, but I’m excited to show who I am
Lamar Jackson said last month he didn’t like how people were talking about David Andrews after the tight end’s two gaffes in the playoff loss to the Bills. Andrews didn’t much like it either. “[I’ve had] to eat a lot of shit in the last however long it’s been,” Andrews
GM Ryan Poles, Bears reportedly agree on contract extension
The Chicago Bears appear to be doubling down on current leadership, as reports indicate that current general manager Ryan Poles has agreed to a new contract extension. Hired in 2022, Poles has overseen the Bears’ recent rebuild. According to Bryan DeArdo of CBS Sports, the Chicago Bears have agreed on a
Raiders TE Brock Bowers earns high honor
The Las Vegas Raiders endured a dismal 2024 season, but their rookie tight end Brock Bowers was a consistent bright spot. Bowers, the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, made history last season, catching 112 passes for 1,194 yards — both league records for a tight end. Bowers’
TE George Kittle Addresses 49ers Extension
George Kittle landed another 49ers extension this offseason, and he is now tied to the team through 2029. The All-Pro tight end did not enjoy an entirely smooth process during negotiations, but he is satisfied to be in position to finish his career in San Francisco. When reflecting on his pact
Ryan Poles and the Chicago Bears agree on a contract extension
The Chicago Bears appear to be doubling down on current leadership, as reports indicate that current general manager Ryan Poles has agreed to a new contract extension. Hired in 2022, Poles has overseen the Bears recent rebuild. According to Bryan DeArdo of CBS Sports, the Chicago Bears have agreed on a
Steelers Hesitant About T.J. Watt Extension Based On Late-2024 Performances?
As training camps loom around the league, T.J. Watt is one of several notable edge rushers whose financial situation is uncertain. He and the Steelers hope to work out another extension, but considerable work still needs to be done. Watt was absent from minicamp with no agreement imminent. That remains the case
G.M. Ryan Poles agrees to contract extension with the Bears
The Bears signed head coach Ben Johnson to a five-year contract when they hired him earlier this year and General Manager Ryan Poles is now under contract for the same period. According to multiple reports on Friday, Poles has agreed to an extension that runs through the 2029 season. The
Bears make decision on GM Ryan Poles’ future
Ryan Poles is set to remain in place for years to come. The Bears reached an agreement on an extension with their general manager Friday, as first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Poles had two years remaining on his deal, but Friday’s agreement will add to his tenure in the
Lloyd Howell is safe, for now
Slow time in the NFL? No such thing. The phone has been blowing up, and the reports have been plentiful in the hours since Thursday morning’s report that NFL Players Association executive director Lloyd Howell moonlights with a private-equity fund that has a spot on the short list of approved
















































