Odafe Oweh put on 20 pounds heading into final year of contract
Ravens edge rusher Odafe Oweh set a career high with 10 sacks last season, but the way the season ended spurred him to make a significant change this offseason. Oweh said he “didn’t have the outing I wanted” in the team’s playoff loss to the Bills and has packed on
Seahawks defenders want to “put the team on our back”
The highest profile moves of the Seahawks’ offseason have come on offense, but guys on the other side of the ball wants to make sure they won’t be overlooked come the fall. Whatever quarterback Sam Darnold and a remade receiver room are able to do, Seahawks defenders believe that they
Kliff Kingsbury: Brian Robinson knows what this year means to him
The Commanders took some big swings on offense this offseason, but none of them involved the running back room. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel and left tackle Laremy Tunsil joined the team in trades before the Commanders used their first-round pick on tackle Josh Conerly, but their only tweak at running
Kevin Stefanski: Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel are like sponges, learning to be pros
The Browns’ two rookie quarterbacks are impressing their head coach during Organized Team Activities. Browns coach Kevin Stefanski was asked about rookies Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel and said that both of them are learning a lot from their coaches, as well as from veteran quarterbacks Joe Flacco and Kenny
Browns’ Joe Flacco expands on controversial ‘mentor’ comments
Joe Flacco of the Cleveland Browns has attracted criticism and generated headlines in the first few months of his current stint with the organization for making it known on multiple occasions that he cares more about winning the starting quarterback job than about mentoring 2022 first-round draft selection Kenny Pickett,
Insider addresses when Steelers could explore ‘other options’
While free agent Aaron Rodgers reportedly hadn’t promised the Pittsburgh Steelers he will eventually serve as their 2025 Week 1 starting quarterback as of Monday morning, numerous reporters have indicated Pittsburgh will have Rodgers atop the depth chart when training camp practices get underway in July. During a recent appearance
Former LB, former NFL GM address if Steelers should pursue Cousins
Numerous reports have made it clear that the Pittsburgh Steelers would rather sign free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers than make a trade for Kirk Cousins of the Atlanta Falcons before training-camp practices get underway in July. During Monday’s edition of the ESPN “Get Up” program, former NFL linebacker and current analyst
The ”Madden’ cover athletes’ quiz
Coming off of one of the most productive rushing seasons by a running back, Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley will be the cover athlete for ‘Madden 26.’ The iconic football video game will feature a picture of Barkley in the middle of his reverse hurdle move that went viral in
Giants sign third-round pick Darius Alexander
The Giants have signed another member of their 2025 draft class. Defensive lineman Darius Alexander signed his four-year deal with the team. The third-round pick is the sixth player from the class who has signed with the team. Fourth-round running back Cam Skattebo is the only unsigned player from the
Jaguars Not Looking To Trade RB Travis Etienne
In the build-up to the draft, Travis Etienne was named as a potential trade candidate in the event Jacksonville selected Ashton Jeanty. Even when that did not take place, Etienne’s future was a talking point. The new Jaguars regime – led by head coach Liam Coen and general manager James Gladstone – was reported last month to
Liam Coen: Brian Thomas Jr. has “freakish” talents and traits
New Jaguars head coach Liam Coen has been impressed with one of the team’s young receivers. Brian Thomas Jr. led all rookies in 2024 with 1,282 receiving yards and 10 receiving touchdowns, also finishing with 87 receptions. He was a Pro Bowler and finished No. 4 in AP offensive rookie
Ex-Super Bowl champion defender announces retirement from NFL
Another veteran NFL player has taken off his cleats for the final time. Longtime cornerback Ronald Darby has informed the Houston Texans that he intends to retire, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Monday. Darby is calling it a career at the age of 31 after 10 NFL seasons played. A
Time is running out for Aaron Rodgers to get offseason reps with Steelers
With a third of the Steelers’ offseason practices in the books and quarterback Aaron Rodgers not yet on the roster, it’s fair to wonder whether he’ll be on the team at any point before the program wraps next week. The Steelers had three OTA practices last week. They have three
Vikings OL Will Fries Expected To Be Ready For Training Camp
The Vikings clearly weren’t concerned with Will Fries‘ fractured tibia, as the team handed him a lucrative five-year contract this offseason. The offensive lineman is rewarding the team’s commitment, as he’s “on track” to being fully ready for training camp, per ESPN’s Kevin Seifert. Fries suffered a fractured right tibia
Ronald Darby informs Texans of his retirement
A veteran cornerback is hanging it up. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Ronald Darby has informed the Texans that he’s electing to retire. Darby, 31, had signed a one-year deal with the Texans in March. A Bills second-round pick in 2015, Darby has appeared in 118 games with 107 starts
Report details unique way Ward impressed Titans before, after draft
While the Tennessee Titans seemingly want rookie Cam Ward to “earn” the starting quarterback job this summer, it’s widely expected that the first overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft will eventually be named the club’s Week 1 QB1 over 2023 second-round choice Will Levis. For a piece published on
Patriots OL Mike Onwenu limited by hand injury
Patriots offensive lineman Mike Onwenu has a hand injury that is limiting him. Onwenu told beat reporters Monday that he is not taking part in team drills as he rehabs the injury. The right guard signed a three-year, $57 million extension with the team in the 2024 offseason and started
NFL Draft Pick Signings: 6/2/25
One more draft pick signing to pass along: New York Giants Darius Alexander heads to New York following a successful collegiate career with the Rockets, including a senior season where he compiled 40 tackles, 7.5 TFLs, and 3.5 sacks. That performance helped make him the 65th-overall pick in this past
Free agent OT Jedrick Wills plans to fully heal before signing with a team
Free agent offensive tackle Jedrick Wills plans to sit out most, if not all, of the 2025 season to fully recover from his injuries, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports. Wills is trying to rehab a knee injury. He injured the MCL in his right knee in November of 2023
How Ragnow’s retirement could complicate Lions’ Super Bowl hopes
On Monday, Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow announced his retirement. The only positive for the Lions is that this saves cap space. Ragnow, 29, had two years remaining on his contract, and his 2025 base salary was $9.15M. Still, the Lions would much rather have him on their roster. Since
Ravens RB Keaton Mitchell feels he’s better than he was before 2023 knee injury
Running back Keaton Mitchell made an immediate impact on the Ravens after his 2023 debut, but it proved to be short-lived when he tore his ACL in a November game during his rookie year. Mitchell was able to return late in the 2024 season, but there wasn’t much opportunity for
Minor NFL Transactions: 6/2/25
June 2nd, 2025 at 8:08pm CST by Ben Levine Today’s minor moves, including a handful of recent retirements that were made official: Atlanta Falcons Baltimore Ravens Detroit Lions Green Bay Packers Waived/injured: WR Jadon Janke Waived from IR: DL Jeremiah Martin Houston Texans Miami Dolphins Philadelphia Eagles Follow @PFRumors This
49ers trade a 2026 conditional fifth-round pick for Bryce Huff
Philadelphia’s trade of defensive end Bryce Huff to San Francisco became official Tuesday. Neither the Eagles nor the 49ers announced the compensation in the trade, however, with both calling it a “mid-round pick.” Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports reports the 49ers gave up a 2026 conditional fifth-round pick that can
Patriots OC Josh McDaniels discusses Stefon Diggs' arrival at OTAs
On Monday, New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs reported to voluntary OTAs after making headlines last week for a viral video on social media. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Braden Fiske is “full go” after offseason knee surgery
Rams defensive end Braden Fiske has been “full go” in organized team activities. Fiske injured his right knee in the Rams’ playoff loss to the Eagles in January and underwent a minor procedure to fix it. “I’m feeling great right now,” Fiske said, via Stu Jackson of the team website.
Patriots Have No Plans To Cut WR Stefon Diggs
Stefon Diggs‘ absence from the first week of Patriots voluntary OTAs didn’t raise any eyebrows. However, the wideout quickly commanded attention when a video showed him flashing an “unidentified pink substance” while partying on a boat. New coach Mike Vrabel quickly cited making “great decisions,” and there was later speculation
Lions sign CB Divaad Wilson, waive CB Gavin Holmes
The Lions made a couple of moves at cornerback on Monday. They announced that they have signed Divaad Wilson to their 90-man roster. They waived Gavin Holmes to make space for him in Detroit. Wilson split last season between the Cardinals and Giants. He played two games on special teams
2025 Tennessee Titans projected win total, prediction
The Tennessee Titans finished tied for the worst record in the NFL last year at 3-14, which helped position them to land Miami QB Cam Ward with the top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Projecting their 2025 season will be difficult without seeing what the former Miami star can
Dolphins place Terron Armstead on reserve-retired list
Dolphins left tackle Terron Armstead retired as a practical matter in April. The team made it official today. The Dolphins have announced that they placed Armstead on the reserve-retired list. It’s no coincidence that it happened today. The move spreads the cap consequences over two years. The total dead money
Jets Notes: Youth, UDFAs, Front Office
Thanks in part to Aaron Rodgers and his say on acquisitions, the Jets had no choice but to lean on their veterans in 2024. With Aaron Glenn now controlling the show (and Rodgers no longer on the roster), the team is hoping to be a bit more reliant on their
Report: Steelers expect to have a deal with T.J. Watt by the start of the season
In 2021, T.J. Watt held in at training camp while waiting for a contract extension. He was present to avoid daily fines, but he did not participate in the on-field work to avoid injury. Watt ended up signing a four-year, $112 million extension three days before the start of the
Bryce Huff trade is final nail in rare Eagles whiff
The Philadelphia Eagles can’t win them all. On Tuesday, the Eagles finalized a trade with the San Francisco 49ers, sending edge-rusher Bryce Huff to the Bay Area. In exchange, Philadelphia acquired “a 2026 mid-round pick,” per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The trade is the final chapter of a rare whiff from
Report: Patriots have no plans to release Stefon Diggs
The Patriots have no plans to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. Former Patriots quarterback Scott Zolak, who calls Patriots games on the radio, said last week that Diggs’ release was “on the table” for the team. The uncertainty about the four-time Pro Bowler’s future
C David Andrews Announces Retirement
TODAY, 6:40pm: Andrews has officially announced his retirement, as the long-time Patriots center held a press conference today at Gillette Stadium. “David Andrews has been the heart and soul of our offensive line for the past decade and helped us achieve two Super Bowl championships,” said CEO Robert Kraft. “David’s
Emotional David Andrews says he didn’t want to play for any team other than the Patriots
An emotional David Andrews announced his retirement on Monday, after 10 years in New England. “I didn’t want to go do it for another organization,” Andrews said, via Mike Reiss of ESPN.com. “That wasn’t what I had in mind to finish my career. I wanted to finish it here and
Reporter addresses rumors of Patriots cutting WR Stefon Diggs
Stefon Diggs has generated some negative headlines ahead of his first mandatory minicamp with the New England Patriots, but that does not mean the team is having second thoughts about signing him. Diggs was present at the Patriots’ voluntary workout on Monday. While discussing the star wide receiver’s decision to
49ers announce trade for Bryce Huff
With June 1 arriving, it’s easier for certain trades to be finalized from a cap perspective. Not coincidentally, the 49ers have announced the anticipated trade for Eagles defensive end Bryce Huff. The Eagles will receive “a mid-round pick” in the 2026 draft. (Why be coy? Just tell us the round,
Eagles, 49ers Finalize Bryce Huff Trade
TODAY, 6:10pm: The two teams have officially announced the trade, pending a physical. Curiously, both the Eagles and 49ers continue to refer to the trade return as a “2026 mid-round draft pick,” which Zach Berman of PHLY believes could be an indication of a conditional selection. While the trade may
Sam Darnold throws two interceptions in 7-on-7 session before media
In March, the Seahawks made a calculated decision to trade quarterback Geno Smith and to sign quarterback Sam Darnold. It’s a risk-reward proposition for both sides, especially since the Seahawks can pull the plug on his three-year, $100.5 million deal after one year and $37.5 million. It’s the first time
Falcons tight end hits snag ahead of pivotal 2025 season
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts’ pivotal fifth NFL season is getting off to a rocky start. On Monday, NFL.com shared that the No. 4 overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft didn’t participate in on-field drills during organized team activities the week of May 25 due to an undisclosed
Buccaneers plan training camp joint practices with Titans and Steelers
The Buccaneers plan to have joint practices in training camp with two of their preseason opponents. Bucs head coach Todd Bowles said on the Pewter Report Podcast that the Buccaneers are finalizing plans to participate in joint practices with both the Titans and the Steelers during training camp. “We’re working
Cowboys’ QB2 Job Unsettled; Joe Milton, Will Grier Likely To Make 53-Man Roster
Will Grier has not thrown a regular season pass since 2019, his first year in the NFL. He is, however, expected to make the Cowboys’ 53-man roster, per Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News. The Cowboys’ cap crunch rendered them unable to re-sign backup QB Cooper Rush, who started
Packers waive WR Jadon Janke with injury designation
The Packers have made a move at receiver. Green Bay announced on Monday that the club has waived Jadon Janke with an injury designation. Janke had signed with the Packers in May. After playing his college ball at South Dakota State, Janke went undrafted in 2024. He spent time with
Insider provides update on extension talks between Bills, James Cook
The Bills have worked out a number of extensions with ascending players this offseason. Running back James Cook is notably not a member of that group, and no deal appears to be imminent in his case. That is not due to a lack of communication between team and player, however.
Liam Coen: Defensive coaches asking for more of Travis Hunter
The Jaguars have been alternating Travis Hunter between wide receiver and cornerback during OTAs and one side of the ball would like to have him a little more often. Hunter is not working on both sides of the ball on the same day and has been on the offensive side
Bills, James Cook Failed To Make Progress During Extension Talks
The Bills have worked out a number of extensions with ascending players this offseason. Running back James Cook is notably not a member of that group, and no deal appears to be imminent in his case. That is not due to a lack of communication between team and player, however. Albert
Falcons sign DB Josh Thompson., waive DB Benny Sapp
The Falcons have made a pair of moves at defensive back. Via the league’s daily transaction wire, Atlanta signed Josh Thompson and waived Benny Sapp on Monday. Thompson is returning to the roster after spending some time with the club in 2024 training camp. He was waived at the end
Raiders linked to Dolphins CB Jalen Ramsey
A national NFL writer has linked Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey to the Las Vegas Raiders. His addition would be a major upgrade at the position for the team, which has cap space of roughly $36M per Over The Cap, but significant hurdles remain. In April, Dolphins GM Chris Grier
Titans waive RB Micah Bernard
The Titans have made a previously reported move official. Tennessee announced on Monday that the club has signed running back Ty Davis-Price. Davis-Price’s agreement with the Titans came to light earlier on Monday. As a corresponding move, Tennessee has waived undrafted rookie running back Micah Bernard. He had joined the
Texans CB Ronald Darby Retires
Another retirement decision has been made today. Cornerback Ronald Darby is the latest player who has elected to end his NFL career. Darby has informed the Texans he is hanging up his cleats, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. The 31-year-old signed with Houston in free agency this March. That one-year, $2.5MM pact set
















































