Steelers minority owner Thomas Tull: Aaron Rodgers’s situation is “more complex” than AI
As the Steelers wait for Aaron Rodgers to accept the open-ended invitation to become the team’s starting quarterback for 2025, it has become more and more clear that the Steelers expect it to occur. Eventually. Less than two weeks after principal owner Art Rooney II provided the clearest indication yet
Eagles Expected To Retain TE Dallas Goedert On Reworked Deal
10:23am: Goedert is indeed accepting a pay cut. The Eagles will reduce his 2025 number from $14.25MM to $10MM, ESPN.com’s Field Yates reports. The Pro Bowler will have the chance to earn $1MM via incentives. This updated deal, regardless of Goedert’s performance this coming season, reducing his earning potential is
Jason Garrett: Dak Prescott will be the key to George Pickens’s success in Dallas
George Pickens has, from time to time, been unhappy with his pro football career in Pittsburgh. While he might welcome a fresh start in Dallas, he’ll likely be entering his first season as a Cowboys player without a new contract. And he’ll want to have the kind of performance that
Shedeur Sanders reportedly made big admission about Giants coaches
For an article published on Tuesday, Paul Schwartz of the New York Post attempted to pour cold water over stories that previously claimed Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders bombed a predraft visit with Giants head coach Brian Daboll. It appears Sanders did himself no favors via his chats with the Giants leading up
Why did Steelers wait until after the draft to trade George Pickens?
As will be explained in an upcoming item (unless I forget to do it, which is entirely possible), the handwriting was written on the wall in permanent marker. The Steelers were trading receiver George Pickens. So why didn’t they do it before or during the 2025 draft? It was a
Texans To Re-Sign DT Foley Fatukasi
May 7th, 2025 at 9:13am CST by Sam Robinson More veteran defensive line help is heading to Houston. The Texans are reuniting with Foley Fatukasi, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. Fatukasi spent last season with the team, coming over after a Jaguars release. Fatukasi will join one of the
Jaguars release Gabe Davis – NBC Sports
The Jaguars are moving on without wide receiver Gabe Davis. The team announced that they are releasing Davis on Wednesday morning. Davis signed a three-year contract with the team as a free agent last offseason, but the team has changed their head coach and General Manager since he arrived and
Was Brady involved in Raiders’ decision to pass on Sanders?
A recent report indicated that Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady had at least some say regarding the quarterbacks acquired by first-year Raiders general manager John Spytek and new head coach Pete Carroll this offseason. Thus, it’s understandable that Brady was asked during an appearance on the latest edition
George Pickens goes to Dallas without a new contract
Add George Pickens to the list of players who will be waiting for new contracts from the Cowboys. Pickens arrives without a new deal, while entering the fourth year of his four-year rookie contract. He’s due to make $3.526 million. Which equates to roughly 10 percent of the new-money average
Steelers To Trade WR George Pickens To Cowboys
Coming up as a team interested in George Pickens during the draft, the Cowboys are indeed moving forward with a trade to land him. The Steelers will cut bait on Pickens a year early; they are sending him to Dallas, ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Todd Archer report. The Cowboys will
Update shares when Saints could know if Carr is available for 2025
Before Derek Carr confirmed in late April that he was dealing with a shoulder injury that could sideline him for at least part of the 2025 season, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated indicated that the New Orleans Saints starting quarterback could “opt for surgery.” On Tuesday night, NFL Network’s Jane
Patriots gave undrafted rookie Lan Larison a $175K guarantee
During the seventh round of the NFL draft, some players are hoping not to hear their names called. That’s because those players know there are multiple teams interested in signing them as undrafted rookies, and those players can often negotiate better contracts than seventh-round draft picks get. One such player
Shedeur Sanders’ camp complains about jersey number
A notable member of Shedeur Sanders’ entourage is not happy with the Cleveland Browns’ decision on Sanders’ jersey number. The Browns announced Tuesday that Sanders will wear No. 12, at least initially, after being drafted in the fifth round. Sanders wore No. 2 in college, but that number was instead
Cowboys working to finalize trade for George Pickens
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said before the draft that the team was working on a pair of “pretty substantive trades” and it appears they are close to pulling one of them off. Shortly after 105.3 The Fan reported the Cowboys were in advanced talks on a trade for Steelers wide
Report: Broncos having discussions on Nik Bonitto extension
When Broncos General Manager George Paton spoke to reporters at the end of the team’s season, he said they hoped to have edge rusher Nik Bonitto in Denver for the long term but that there had not been any conversations about a new deal. Those conversations have reportedly started. Chris
49ers think they got a steal in Mykel Williams at 11, tried to trade into Top 10 for him
The 49ers identified Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams as one of the players they most wanted ahead of the 2025 NFL draft. But with the 11th overall pick, they didn’t think they could get him. They were pleasantly surprised he fell out of the Top 10. San Francisco head coach
Insider updates how much Brock Purdy could make via contract extension
A report shared ahead of the first full weekend of May mentioned that the San Francisco 49ers and quarterback Brock Purdy were closer to coming to terms on a contract extension than some outsiders thought as recently as during the 2025 NFL Draft. During a Monday appearance on “The Rich
Three burning questions for 2025 Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs made Super Bowl LIX last season but lost to the Philadelphia Eagles 40-22. No team has returned to and won the big game the following season since the 2018 New England Patriots. To win its fourth Super Bowl in seven years, KC must answer key questions.
Packers rookies Golden, Williams can help each other
The Green Bay Packers had a need at wide receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft, and in typical Brian Gutekunst fashion, it was addressed in multiple different ways. For the first time since 2002, the Packers selected a wideout in the first round of the NFL Draft. That wideout was
Kayvon Thibodeaux welcomes the idea of Abdul Carter fueling the Giants’ pass rush
When the Giants made edge rusher Abdul Carter the third overall pick in the 2025 draft, many wondered whether it would impact the team’s plans for 2022 first-round edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. The Giants quickly resolved any doubt by announcing that same night that they would be exercising Thibodeaux’s fifth-year
Why DeVito may be stuck with Giants after drafting of Dart
The New York Giants trading back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft to select Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart with the 25th overall pick signaled the unofficial beginning of the end of Tommy DeVito’s time with the franchise. On Tuesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic shared why DeVito may
Ted Cruz: NFL has been “tiptoeing up to the rule” protecting college and high school football
The Senate Commerce Committee has proceeded with a hearing on the pivot from sports broadcasting to streaming, without any involvement by the NFL. (Commissioner Roger Goodell declined an invitation to appear.) In his opening comments, Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) made a pointed comment about the NFL. He said the
Eagles take big swing on massive free agent
At 6-foot-8 and 344 pounds, offensive tackle Hollin Pierce can block the sun, but can he do the same against NFL pass-rushers? If so, the Eagles will find a spot for their gigantic undrafted free agent. At one point, Pierce weighed over 450 pounds as a high school student but
Jason Pierre-Paul wants NFL teams to know he’s available and in shape
Veteran defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul did not play in the NFL in 2024, but he says he’s not retired and hoping some team gives him a chance this season. Pierre-Paul told TMZ.com that he has been taking his training very seriously, is in good shape, and is ready to sign
Insider reveals odd man out in Browns’ QB room
While the ink still isn’t dry on Joe Flacco‘s contract with the Browns, there’s already speculation that the veteran may not make it to the regular season with his new squad. According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Joe Flacco is likely the odd man out in the Browns quarterbacks
Until NFL investigation ends, Justin Tucker could have a difficult time finding a new team
The Ravens have released kicker Justin Tucker. Once the transaction becomes official (presumably today), Tucker will become a free agent. In theory, he’ll be able to sign immediately with any team. As a practical matter, any interested team will likely wait. The NFL’s investigation regarding the allegations made against Tucker
Joe Flacco Odd Man Out In Browns QBs Room?
While the ink still isn’t dry on Joe Flacco‘s contract with the Browns, there’s already speculation that the veteran may not make it to the regular season with his new squad. According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Joe Flacco is likely the odd man out in the Browns quarterbacks
Chiefs sign Jimmy Holiday, Cooper McDonald
A few players had a successful rookie minicamp for the Chiefs. According to the NFL’s daily transaction wire, Kansas City has signed receiver Jimmy Holiday, linebacker Cooper McDonald, and defensive back Major Williams. Carson-Newman University previously announced Williams had signed with the Chiefs on Monday. All three participated in Kansas
Joe Milton’s Starting Ambition, Questionable Fit With Mike Vrabel Led To Trade
While the Patriots have Drake Maye entrenched as their franchise QB moving forward, it was still a bit surprising when the organization decided to quickly move on from fellow 2024 draft pick Joe Milton. The sixth-round pick had a standout performance during New England’s season finale, and he was still
Seahawks waive DE T.J. Jackson, LB Jackson Woodard
The Seahawks made two roster moves after last weekend’s rookie minicamp. The team announced it waived defensive end T.J. Jackson and linebacker Jackson Woodard on Tuesday. Both rookies signed with the Seahawks as undrafted free agents last week. Jackson spent three seasons at Troy before transferring to West Virginia. He
Report details how Brady impacted Raiders’ offseason QB moves
Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady is widely viewed as the greatest quarterback in NFL history, so it makes sense that first-year Raiders general manager John Spytek and new head coach Pete Carroll would want to involve Brady in the club’s attempts to improve its offense during the offseason. A
Tom Brady on Shedeur Sanders’s draft-day slide: I wasn’t part of the evaluation
In the aftermath of the draft, some old comments from Tom Brady emerged, during which he advised quarterback Shedeur Sanders to “get his ass in the film room and spend as much time in there as possible and less time in the car and more time in the film room.”
Super Bowl champion makes bold claim regarding Broncos defense
Former Denver Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. starred for an elite defense when the team won their third Super Bowl during the 2015 season. That year, Denver allowed the league’s fewest yards (283.1) and fourth-fewest points (18.5) in the regular season. Harris didn’t guarantee the 2025 edition of the Broncos
Desmond Ridder to throw at Broncos’ rookie minicamp
Quarterback Desmond Ridder remains a free agent, but he will get a tryout this weekend. Ridder will throw at the Broncos’ rookie minicamp, Mike Klis of 9News reports. The Broncos currently have Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger behind Bo Nix. Ridder became a free agent in March after the Raiders
NFL Minor Transactions: 5/6/25
May 6th, 2025 at 6:52pm CST by Ben Levine Today’s minor moves: Kansas City Chiefs Seattle Seahawks A trio of players had successful tryouts at Chiefs rookie minicamp, and the team added those three rookies to their growing list of UDFAs signings. To make room on the roster, the Chiefs
Bill Belichick conducts book event at NYU, with no obvious holes in his clothing
Bill Belichick’s second (that anyone knows of) event related to his new book happened today as scheduled. For now, there’s little available evidence as to how it all went. Radio host Zach Gelb, who explained his cousin was present for the NYU-community-only session, has posted a video of Belichick’s entrance.
Diontae Johnson’s Browns contract should be huge wake-up call
Diontae Johnson has played for five different teams over the past year-plus, and the latest contract that the veteran wide receiver signed should serve as a major wake-up call for him. Johnson agreed to a one-year deal with the Cleveland Browns last week. On Tuesday, ESPN’s Field Yates reported that
Titans won’t have new uniforms this year
Titans (Oilers) legend Warren Moon recently said he has seen “futuristic” new uniforms for the Titans. Apparently, those new uniforms are not coming in the immediate future. Jim Wyatt of the Titans’ official website wrote this in a mailbag item: “I was standing right in front of Warren Moon when
Desmond Ridder Trying Out For Broncos
Desmond Ridder continues to look for his next gig, and he may find that opportunity in Denver. According to Mike Klis of 9News in Denver, the veteran quarterback will participate at Broncos rookie minicamp as a veteran tryout player. Ridder got into six games for the Raiders in 2024, but
Bengals K Evan McPherson revamps routine to get healthy, stay healthy
Bengals kicker Evan McPherson missed the final five games on injured reserve last season after tearing an abductor muscle Dec. 1. McPherson now has incorporated his rehab regimen into his offseason work as he seeks to remain as healthy as possible for as long as possible. The new routine, which
Three burning questions for 2025 Browns
The Cleveland Browns were the talk of the 2025 NFL Draft after trading the chance to land Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter to the Jacksonville Jaguars and selecting Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round. Looking ahead to the 2025 season, here are the three biggest questions facing the
West Virginia QB Garrett Greene will try to make Bucs’ roster as an undrafted WR
Garrett Greene played quarterback at West Virginia. He will try to make it in the NFL at wide receiver, having signed with the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent. He saw the writing on the wall as soon as his college career ended and began his pre-draft training for the
Broncos’ Nik Bonitto Eyeing Extension Topping $20MM Per Year
Nik Bonitto picked a good time to deliver a breakout season. The edge rusher market is amid an offseason surge, after a bit of a lull (Nick Bosa‘s contract excluded) in recent years. More deals topping $40MM per year should emerge once T.J. Watt, Micah Parsons and Aidan Hutchinson are
Broncos LB Alex Singleton on track to return for Week 1
Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton played 190 defensive snaps last season, with 49 of those coming after he tore an anterior cruciate ligament. Singleton injured his knee on the eighth play of the Week 3 win over the Buccaneers on Sept. 22. He didn’t miss a snap in the game, but
Five NFL players who benefited the most from their team’s offseason moves
With the 2025 NFL Draft and free agency over, each team has plenty of new faces, and fans have months to convince themselves that these new reinforcements will make a positive impact. However, the roster will first see what these new additions can do. With voluntary workouts and training camps
Cowboys rookie WR Traeshon Holden feels “disrespected” after going undrafted
The Cowboys guaranteed money to eight of their nine undrafted free agents, Todd Archer of ESPN reports. Syracuse defensive back Alijah Clark and Syracuse linebacker Justin Barron both received a team-high $234,000 guarantee. Oregon wide receiver Traeshon Holden signed an undrafted deal with the Cowboys for no guaranteed money and
Browns Did Not Significantly Factor Deion Sanders Into Shedeur Sanders Evaluation; Latest On QB’s Slide
In 2018, Deion Sanders famously criticized the Browns as a poor place for a quarterback prospect to land. This assessment came before Baker Mayfield‘s inconsistent tenure, one that ended soon after the Deshaun Watson trade, but the cornerback legend/future college HC was not exactly off-base when it came to quarterbacks
Anonymous fan make lawsuit equivalent of prank call over Shedeur Sanders’s draft slide
An unnamed Colorado fan has filed a lawsuit in the NFL over the draft-week free fall of quarterback Shedeur Sanders. In our view, it’s the legal equivalent of a prank call. In saying that, we are expressing an opinion only, not stating facts. (I’m not interested in being the next
Jaguars set to ‘fight’ over use of Travis Hunter?
How will the Jacksonville Jaguars use cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter? They may not even know, which could cause bickering among their coaching staff. “There’ll be a fight to see who gets to use [Hunter],” a college football coach told ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg in a story published Tuesday. In the 2025
Ja’Marr Chase: I’m holding myself to a higher standard now
Wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase’s long push for a new contract ended in March when he signed a four-year extension with the Bengals that made him the leagu’e best-paid non-quarterback. Chase set the stage for that pact by putting up 127 catches for 1,708 yards and 17 touchdowns during the 2024