Malcolm Koonce is practicing at Raiders OTAs after missing all of 2024 with knee injury
Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce is back at work after missing all of last season with a knee injury. Koonce has been on the practice field at the Raiders’ Organized Team Activities, a welcome sign for a player whose torn ACL ended his 2024 season before it started. Koonce appears
Why Eagles RB Saquon Barkley could avoid the ‘Madden curse’
It’s a widespread superstition that if a player appears on the game’s cover in the summer, they’ll suffer an injury or their numbers will plummet that season. Unlike other curses, this one seems real, particularly for RBs. After winning 2023 Offensive Player of the Year, San Francisco 49ers RB Christian
Commanders PR staff wins 2025 Rozelle Award
The Pro Football Writers of America has named the Commanders public relations staff as the winner of the 2025 Pete Rozelle Award. The Commanders PR staff, the 36th Rozelle Award winner, earned the award for the first time in franchise history. The other 2025 finalists for the Rozelle Award were
Steelers Have Submitted T.J. Watt Extension Offer?
With OTAs underway, T.J. Watt has yet to work out an extension agreement with the Steelers. At least one offer appears to have been made in this case, however. During a recent episode of the Kaboly + Mack podcast, Mark Kaboly of the Pat McAfee Show reported that a “pretty significant” extension offer
Pablo Torre’s Bill Belichick reporting sparks a fresh feud with Bill Simmons
The story that keeps on giving keeps finding new ways to give. Pablo Torre’s thorough and detailed reporting on former Patriots coach Bill Belichick’s decidedly un-Belichickian late-career turn has generated plenty of attention. And, as Belichick and Jordon Hudson have learned, with attention comes scrutiny. Ben Axelrod of AwfulAnnouncing.com explains
Mayfield made significant change ahead of working with new Bucs OC
For the third time in his Tampa Bay Buccaneers tenure that began in March 2023, quarterback Baker Mayfield has a new offensive coordinator. The Buccaneers promoted Josh Grizzard from pass game coordinator to replace current Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen. NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently explained how
Jahlani Tavai exits practice early with apparent leg injury
The Patriots may have a significant injury concern with one of their key defenders. Via Mike Reiss of ESPN, linebacker Jahlani Tavai had to exit practice early after going down during 11-on-11 drills. Reiss notes Patriots teammates kneeled around Tavai as the linebacker was down for an extended period of
LT Jedrick Wills To Miss Time In 2025
Jedrick Wills remains unsigned deep into the offseason. The knee injury he dealt with through 2024 represents a key reason why. The former No. 10 pick was limited to five games last season, his fifth operating (for the most part) as the Browns’ left tackle. That responsibility will likely now fall
Former Rams QB Bryce Perkins is named to All-UFL team, despite missing three of 10 games
Former Rams quarterback Bryce Perkins has made the switch to the UFL. In his second season with the Michigan Panthers, Perkins has made the All-UFL team. His selection comes despite missing three of 10 regular-season games due to an ankle injury — and being benched twice for backup Danny Etling.
Lions four-time Pro Bowl center retires from NFL
“These past couple of months have been very trying as I’ve come to the realization that my football journey is ending and I’m officially retiring from the NFL,” Ragnow wrote on Instagram Monday. “I’ve tried to convince myself that I’m feeling good but I’m not and it’s time to prioritize
Falcons to host Titans for joint practices
The Falcons and Titans will be spending some extended time together this summer. Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said at a Monday press conference that his team will host the Titans for joint practices in August. The teams will work out together for two days before an August 15 game
Jonnu Smith Wants To Remain With Dolphins
Jonnu Smith became the subject of trade talk last week when a report of Steelers interest emerged. While a swap remains something to watch for, the veteran tight end’s preference would be to remain in Miami. During his usual Sunday WSVN appearance, Smith’s agent Drew Rosenhaus spoke about Smith’s situation. 2024
Michael Strahan is “likely” to take a reduced role at Good Morning America
Hall of Fame defensive end Michael Strahan wears multiple hats. He is expected to wear one of them less frequently. Max Tani of Semafor.com reports, via Sports Business Journal, that Strahan is expected to sign a new contract with ABC’s Good Morning America that will “likely” include a reduced workload.
Insider addresses if Kirk Cousins has been a ‘hindrance’ as Falcons turn to Michael Penix Jr.
Shortly after veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins was reportedly not spotted at the Atlanta Falcons’ opening day of organized team activities, head coach Raheem Morris made it known that 2024 first-round draft pick Michael Penix Jr. has been “finding his voice” as the club’s full-time starter. For a piece published on Monday, NFL
Stefon Diggs is at Patriots OTAs on Monday
Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs was not at last week’s OTAs, but he was still a popular topic of conversation around the team. Head coach Mike Vrabel said the Patriots want players to make “great decisions” off the field when asked about a viral video showing Diggs providing a baggie
Lions C Frank Ragnow To Retire
Frank Ragnow‘s playing days have come to an end. The Pro Bowl center has informed the Lions he plans to retire, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. More to come… This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Liam Coen: “Absolutely inaccurate” that we’re looking to move on from Travis Etienne
The Jaguars drafted a pair of running backs in April, but that’s not a sign that they are looking to part ways with Travis Etienne. That was the message from head coach Liam Coen during a Monday press conference from the team’s facility. Recent reports from Jeremy Fowler of ESPN
Jared Goff embracing ‘challenge’ of working with new OC
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff became a 2024 MVP finalist while working with offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. Johnson is now serving as head coach of the Chicago Bears, and the Lions responded to his departure by hiring former Denver Broncos pass game coordinator John Morton to be their next OC.
Saquon Barkley lands Madden 26 cover
Saquon Barkley has something else to add to his list of accolades since joining the Eagles: Madden cover star. EA Sports announced on Monday that Barkley will be featured on the cover of Madden 26. The image will be Barkley’s famous backwards hurdle over a Jaguars defender during Philadelphia’s Week
Titans Sign RB Tyrion Davis-Price
Tyrion Davis-Price has lined up his next NFL opportunity. The former 49ers and Eagles running back has agreed to a two-year deal with the Titans, per his agent (h/t NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport). A third-round pick of San Francisco in 2022, Davis-Price made just six appearances during his rookie campaign. He
PFT’s weekend NFL news roundup, 6/2/25 edition
We know how it works, especially in the ever-shrinking NFL slow time. When you’re not working, you don’t check the NFL news as frequently as you do when working. Which means you possibly missed a few things this weekend. Now that we’re all back in the saddle, and given that
Buccaneers’ David expands on how Mayfield is different than Brady
Numerous members of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have noted over the past couple of years how quarterback Baker Mayfield has been an ideal replacement for Tom Brady following Brady’s “for good” retirement in February 2023. During a recent appearance on ESPN’s “The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny,” Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte
St. Louis Battlehawks finish UFL season with league-best 8-2 record
The best UFL city has the UFL’s best team. The St. Louis Battlehawks finished the league’s 2025 season with an 8-2 record. That’s the best mark in the eight-team league. The Battlehawks capped the season with a 13-8 win over the Defenders in D.C. The two teams will meet on
Saints Hosting DL Jonathan Bullard
Jonathan Bullard remains on the free agent market, but that could soon change. The veteran defensive lineman has a visit lined up with the Saints today, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. Bullard started his career with the Bears, and during the 2017 and ’18 seasons he spent time with Brandon
D.J. Reed immediately noticed a different energy with the Lions than the Jets
The Lions signed cornerback D.J. Reed this offseason after he spent the last three seasons with the Jets, and Reed says things are different in his new home. Asked if the energy difference was immediately noticeable playing in Detroit than they were playing in New York, Reed answered, “Yeah, for
Jayden Daniels: Terry McLaurin has to handle his business, but we know he’s working
The Commanders practiced without wide receiver Terry McLaurin last week, but neither his quarterback nor his head coach expressed much concern about McLaurin’s absence from OTAs. McLaurin is in the final year of his contract, which is likely why he has opted out of voluntary work. Head coach Dan Quinn
The ‘Rookies to rush for 1,000+ yards in an NFL season’ quiz
Hapy 35th birthday to former Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks running back as well as 2013 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year Eddie Lacy! Lacy only played five years in the NFL after being selected in the second round of the 2013 draft out of Alabama, but for a
Jordan Love wonders how he took a step back when Packers improved their record
The Packers failed to get out of the first round of the playoffs after making it to the divisional round in 2023 and quarterback Jordan Love’s numbers were down from his first season as a starter in several categories, so it isn’t a major surprise that one talking point coming
Russell Wilson discusses embracing opportunity with Giants
Throughout the spring, New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen have insisted that they want to start veteran quarterback Russell Wilson over rookie Jaxson Dart, backup Jameis Winston and Tommy DeVito through at least the majority of the 2025 season. During a recent appearance on the
As of June 1, Jalen Ramsey trade became far more feasible
Last week, Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey said he’s awaiting his “new chapter.” Now that June has arrived, the page could turn at any time. By rule, a trade after June 1 makes the dead-money charge more palatable for 2025. While the Dolphins will still absorb the bonus allocation for 2025,
Joe Burrow: If I played better last year, we wouldn’t have missed playoffs
When the Bengals missed the playoffs last season, fingers were pointed at the defense as the reason why the team failed to advance. The unit ranked 25th in points and yards allowed, which led to the team going 9-8 despite scoring the sixth-most points in the league. Defensive coordinator Lou
Russell Wilson: George Pickens is misunderstood, he wants to be great
When the 2024 season came to an end, Russell Wilson was asked about Steelers teammate George Pickens and said that he was looking forward to seeing “what we can do together.” No answer to that question is coming in the immediate future. Wilson left as a free agent and is
Jets place premium on blocking by receivers
“No block, no rock.” That’s the new saying for Jets receivers under coach Aaron Glenn. As explained by Rich Cimini of ESPN.com, it’s part of an emphasis on perimeter blocking. It’s one of the keys to turning a decent gain into an explosive play. Via Cimini, the 2024 Jets produced
Bucs WR Jalen McMillan not viewing first-round pick Emeka Egbuka as competition
As a rookie third-round draft pick last year, Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan established himself as an important part of the offense late in 2024, totaling 24 catches for 316 yards and seven touchdowns in the last five games of the season. So it would have been understandable if he
32 significant NFL players returning from injuries in 2025
The 2024 NFL season saw several strong performers miss substantial time. Here are the key presences, with emphasis on those who missed significant time last year, teams are counting on to reprise their pre-injury form in 2025. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Relentlessly providing content for the football-following world during the
Deion Sanders: Pre-draft attacks on Shedeur and Shilo “hurt”
Colorado coach Deion Sanders witnessed both of his sons plummet through the draft order. Shedeur lasted until found five. Shilo wasn’t drafted at all. Appearing recently on Asante Samuel’s Say What Needs To Be Said podcast, Deion explained the impact of witnessing what his sons endured. “It hurt,” Deion said,
Packers’ CB Options Absent Jaire Alexander
As longtime starting cornerback Jaire Alexander‘s future with the team remains in question, the Packers have had to put together a depth chart under the assumption that he won’t be on it. With the team having to determine who starts at the outside spots, the candidates to fill the slot
AFC West Rumors: Bozeman, Mahomes, Rice, Raiders
The Chargers‘ interior offensive line blocking was a weakness of the team in 2024. The team addressed the right guard position by signing Mekhi Becton after the former first-round pick had a breakout season in Philadelphia. The center and left guard spots, though, are currently a bit more up in
Odell Beckham Jr. says he “never, ever wanted to leave the Giants”
In late August of 2018, the Giants signed receiver Odell Beckham Jr. to a contract extension. Within weeks, things got weird. Within months, the Giants traded Beckham to the Browns. On Saturday, Beckham said he didn’t want to go. “I never, ever wanted to leave the New York Giants,” Beckham
Patriots’ Options With WR Stefon Diggs
We’ve seen relative silence from the NFL league office and the Patriots about a video that shows recent free agent signing Stefon Diggs holding what appears to be a pink substance while on a boat with a number of women. While the time and date of the video are currently
NFLPA says it’s not “actively preparing” for European division
The NFL Players Association is actively preparing for various things. The NFLPA says it’s not actively preparing for a European division. In response to our item from Sunday morning that NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell has been discussing the pros and cons of the league placing four teams in Europe,
Peyton Manning: Bill Belichick won’t return to ManningCast in 2025
When Bill Belichick took the job as head football coach at the University of North Carolina, A.D. Bubba Cunningham said Belichick will continue to make regular appearances on ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show and on the Monday night ManningCast. Peyton Manning recently said otherwise. Via Drew Lerner of AwfulAnnouncing.com, Manning told
2025 Arizona Cardinals projected win total, prediction
The Arizona Cardinals have missed the playoffs the past three seasons and in eight of the past nine years overall. Despite that recent lack of success, expectations should be increasing under head coach Jonathan Gannon, and there is good reason to believe they can compete for a playoff spot, and
Steelers Moving DeMarvin Leal To OLB
After struggling to find a positional fit in the NFL, Steelers third-year defender DeMarvin Leal will likely move to outside linebacker in Pittsburgh this season. Leal largely played as a jumbo-sized edge rusher in college at Texas A&M, but an uptick in interior snaps in his last season led to
Report: Steelers have offer on table for T.J. Watt
Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt was not with the team for last week’s start to organized team activities as he looks for a new contract and it doesn’t sound like an agreement is imminent. Longtime Steelers reporter Mark Kaboly said on his podcast that the Steelers have made a contract
Three must-see games for 2025 New England Patriots
The 2024 season offered more of the same for Patriots fans as the team finished with a 4-13 record for the second straight year. This season should be more exciting, especially with these three matchups. Week 5 at Buffalo Bills This contest will be one of three prime-time games for
Russell Wilson: I fundamentally believe it’s possible to succeed at the highest level again
Russell Wilson is in his first season with the Giants, but he’s no stranger to his new home stadium. MetLife Stadium was the site of Super Bowl XLVIII and Wilson led the Seahawks to a 43-8 win over the Broncos in that game. During an appearance on 7PM in Brooklyn
Extension Candidate: Garrett Wilson
The NFL’s wide receiver market hit a new high water mark this offseason with Ja’Marr Chase receiving $40.25MM per year from the Bengals less than a year after Justin Jefferson became the first WR to reach a $35MM APY. D.K. Metcalf also negotiated a strong deal with the Steelers worth
Josh Harris makes case for D.C. stadium deal
The Commanders and D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser have a stadium deal. That’s not the end of the matter but the beginning. Next, D.C. Council must approach the arrangement and the significant public expenditure that comes with it. That makes it a distinctly political issue. Winning at the ballot box is
Falcons to “lean on” Darnell Mooney more this season
Wide receiver Darnell Mooney got back on track in his first year with the Falcons. Mooney had 81 catches for 1,055 yards in his second season with the Bears, but his final two years in Chicago saw him post 71 catches for 907 yards. The Falcons still saw enough to