Could Patriots cut Stefon Diggs and owe him nothing? It’s complicated.
If you believe the initial reports — and you never should — the Patriots signed receiver Stefon Diggs to a three-year, $69 million contract with $26 million guaranteed. The truth is far more complicated, especially since Diggs suffered a torn ACL during the 2024 regular season. We’ve obtained and reviewed
Lions’ John Morton Hire, Kelvin Sheppard Promotion Driven By Continuity Concerns
After three consecutive winning seasons and two straight NFC North titles, and after coming heart-wrenchingly close to a Super Bowl appearance at the end of the 2023 campaign, the Lions have had to come to grips with the reality that other successful franchises face: a brain drain. On the heels
Eagles TE Dallas Goedert Never Sought Trade
Earlier this offseason, TE Dallas Goedert’s future with the Eagles was very much in doubt, and it was reported he would have to take a pay cut to avoid being traded or released. As PHLY’s Zach Berman writes, Goedert never requested a trade to avoid a reduction in 2025 pay
NFLPA ponders eventual NFL push for European division
The NFL has been printing dollars for years. In time, it may be printing Euros. The NFL Players Association, we’re told, is preparing for the NFL to eventually make a push for a four-team European division. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell has
Intriguing theory emerges for why Steelers passed on Shedeur Sanders
Despite meeting with and being linked to Shedeur Sanders prior to the NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Steelers passed on the quarterback three times when they had the opportunity to take him. A leading NFL insider might have offered some insight as to why they did. In an appearance on “The
Extension Talks Between Jets, WR Garrett Wilson Underway; CB Sauce Gardner Aiming For Record-Setting Deal
An April report indicated the Jets would explore extensions for 2022 first-rounders Sauce Gardner and Garrett Wilson (along with 2021 first-round choice Alijah Vera-Tucker) after the 2025 draft. Now that the draft is over, it is fair to expect those talks to get underway. As for Wilson, ESPN’s Rich Cimini
Dan Campbell: I’m not worried about anything, Lions are where we want in my fifth year
Dan Campbell is heading into his fifth year as the head coach of the Lions, and he has revitalized a franchise that was in bad shape before he arrived. But there are also questions about his team, which lost its offensive and defensive coordinators, had a rash of injuries on
Trey McBride glad that he and George Kittle are helping tight end contracts grow
In early April, Arizona’s Trey McBride signed a four-year, $76 million contract that made him the first tight end in NFL history to sign a deal averaging $19 million a year. In late April, 49ers tight end George Kittle signed a contract that averaged $19.1 million a year — thanks
Aaron Rodgers Yet To Offer Steelers Assurances Of 2025 Deal?
The 2025 offseason has been filled with connections between Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers. No signing has taken place yet, with nothing appearing to be imminent at this point. Considering how Pittsburgh has handled the quarterback spot this offseason – reuniting with Mason Rudolph, not pursuing other starting-caliber free agents and waiting
Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton expected to become NFL’s highest-paid safety
As a result of that move, Hamilton is on the books through 2026. The option year is valued at $18.6M, but a long-term accord will check in at a much higher rate. Indeed, as ESPN’s Jamison Hensley writes, Hamilton is expected to become the league’s highest-paid safety whenever his extension
Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton Expected To Become NFL’s Highest-Paid Safety
Plenty of time remains for Kyle Hamilton and the Ravens to work out an extension. The All-Pro safety expectedly had his fifth-year option picked up earlier this spring. As a result of that move, Hamilton is on the books through 2026. The option year is valued at $18.6MM, but a long-term accord
49ers Reducing Christian McCaffrey’s Offseason Workload
Achilles and knee injuries limited Christian McCaffrey to just four games last year. The 49ers have their lead back healthy now, but to no surprise they are taking a cautious approach with his offseason workload. McCaffrey earned Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2023 after leading the NFL in a number
Bills S Cole Bishop On Track To Start?
Expectations were high for Cole Bishop upon arrival in Buffalo during his rookie campaign in 2024. Things did not go entirely according to plan, but a starting safety spot is available to him this offseason. Bishop has operated with Buffalo’s first-team defense during the outset of OTAs, as noted by Joe Buscaglia
Early Look At Eagles’ Position Battles
The defending Super Bowl champions experienced what many winners tend to see in the offseason, losing several key pieces like defensive tackle Milton Williams, pass rusher Josh Sweat, offensive guard Mekhi Becton, linebacker Oren Burks, running back Kenneth Gainwell, and cornerbacks Darius Slay, Isaiah Rodgers, and Avonte Maddox. For some
49ers Hoping Rookie DT Alfred Collins Can Earn Starting Role
Many expected the 49ers to address the defensive line in the first round of this year’s draft, but the team surprised many when they addressed the edge instead of the interior, taking Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams on Day 1. Perhaps, they felt comfortable waiting until Day 2 to address
Joe Milton III lists funny reason he was happy to be traded to Cowboys
Joe Milton III recently said he was surprised when the New England Patriots traded him to the Dallas Cowboys in April, but there are several reasons the quarterback is pleased to be playing for a new team. One of them is the weather. Milton spoke with reporters on Thursday about
Packers Discussed Davante Adams Reunion
According to Packers head coach Matt LaFleur, the team explored a reunion with All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams when he became a free agent earlier this offseason. “I think any time you have a player of that caliber, there’s definitely conversations that go into it,” LaFleur told Kay Adams last
Micah Parsons skipped second week of Cowboys OTAs (as he should)
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer praised linebacker Micah Parsons for participating in the first week of the team’s annual OTA sessions. For the second week, Parsons wasn’t present. Yes, the workouts are voluntary. And, no, Parsons shouldn’t volunteer to risk injury until he gets the long-term contract he should have gotten
Raiders’ Malcolm Koonce Returns To Practice
Raiders edge rusher Malcolm Koonce returned to practice this week after missing all of the 2024 season with a knee injury, per Tashan Reed of The Athletic. Koonce was expected to build on a solid 2023 campaign heading into a contract year last summer. Instead, he tore his ACL in
Who’ll be the odd man out in the Cleveland quarterback battle?
If you have two quarterbacks, you have none. If you have five quarterbacks, you’re the Browns. Much has been said over the past several weeks regarding the team’s 2025 depth chart, given a series of moves that started with a trade for Kenny Pickett, continued with a free-agent deal for
Chargers CB Cam Hart Out Until Minicamp After Shoulder Surgery
Chargers cornerback Cam Hart will be sidelined until mandatory minicamp as he recovers from shoulder surgery, according to ESPN’s Kris Rhim. Hart tore his labrum during the Chargers’ wild card loss to the Texans in January. He underwent surgery shortly after and is awaiting medical clearance before he returns to
Scott Zolak: Patriots may cut Stefon Diggs
The Patriots apparently aren’t digging Stefon. Scott Zolak, who calls Patriots games on the radio and thus has a much greater connection to the team than the garden-variety talking chowderhead, believes the Patriots may cut receiver Stefon Diggs. “I came to this show yesterday with the opinion — not opinion,
Will someone call the Dolphins after June 1 about a trade for Tyreek Hill?
When Dolphins G.M. Chris Grier was asked in April about a potential trade of receiver Tyreek Hill, Grier didn’t shoot it down. “If someone wants to come and give me two first round picks then we’d consider it,” Grier said. “But, as of right now, it’s not something we’re considering.”
Jared Goff: Lions’ offense will have some new wrinkles, we want to take a step forward
The Lions lost their highly respected offensive coordinator Ben Johnson when he became head coach of the Bears this offseason, but quarterback Jared Goff says that no one in Detroit will allow that to be an excuse not to produce. Goff was asked at the Lions’ offseason practice on Friday
Fred Warner praises 49ers for working to get himself, Brock Purdy and George Kittle signed
Fred Warner says the 49ers showed what they’re about this offseason with the way they prioritized new contracts for himself, quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle. Warner, the veteran linebacker who has played his entire career in San Francisco, signed a three-year, $63 million deal this offseason. Purdy
Joe Milton III addresses being traded from Patriots to Cowboys
Quarterback Joe Milton III impressed during the one regular-season appearance he made with the New England Patriots as a rookie this past campaign. Thus, some observers were surprised when New England agreed to trade Milton and a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Dallas Cowboys in return for a 2025
The ‘Most receptions in a Super Bowl’ quiz
After a nine-year career that resulted in five straight receiving yards seasons, 60 touchdown receptions and Lombardi Trophy, Demaryius Thomas will be posthumously inducted into the Denver Broncos Ring of Fame. Thomas was a fan favorite during his time with the Broncos and finished his Denver career as one of
Analyst warns Steelers about potential Kirk Cousins plan if Aaron Rodgers doesn’t sign
Numerous reporters have suggested that the Pittsburgh Steelers could consider trading for Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins if free agent Aaron Rodgers decides he doesn’t want to play for them. During a recent edition of his “Pushing the Pile” podcast, CBS Sports NFL analyst Mike Renner explained why he thinks
Sean Payton: Audric Estime didn’t have enough opportunities last year
Javonte Williams led the Broncos in rushing last season, but he’s now in Dallas and that leaves an opening for others to add to their workload in Denver. The Broncos picked up RJ Harvey in the second round of the draft and he’ll likely be in line for some of
Bills Announce Front Office Changes
Today, the Bills announced a number of promotions to their personnel and analytics staffs. While we’ve already covered a few of them, let’s go over the new information provided this morning. So, we noted a week ago that the Bills had hired Mk Collins as player personnel coordinator, a role
Rashee Rice faces another lawsuit arising from March 2024 street-racing crash
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice continues to face criminal and civil proceedings in the aftermath of a March 2024 street-racing crash in Dallas. A third lawsuit has now been filed against him. Via Fox 4, Kayla Quinn alleges that she and her son sustained physical and mental injuries when their car
Cowboys’ DaRon Bland working at different spot on defense
The Cowboys are dealing with a number of injuries at the cornerback position, and, as a result, they have one of their best cornerbacks working outside of his usual position. Last week, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reported that All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland had been working out as a slot
The awkward coverup over Channing Crowder’s Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson comments continues
Contrary to the opinions of those who have nothing better to do than complain about our periodic Bill Belichick/Jordon Hudson stories, we do many other things than write about the most oddly compelling story in all of football. For example, I’ve resisted (for now) the temptation to post more items
Cowboys CB DaRon Bland Working At Slot CB
The Cowboys are dealing with a number of injuries at the cornerback position and, as a result, they have one of their best cornerbacks working outside of his usual position. Last week, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reported that All-Pro cornerback DaRon Bland had been working out as
Dan Campbell: We expect Jameson Williams to have a huge season
Lions receiver Jameson Williams developed into a key piece for Detroit’s offense in 2024, finishing second on the team with 1,001 receiving yards. As he enters his fourth pro season, Williams is in a position to build on what he established and head coach Dan Campbell is expecting it to
Three must-see games for 2025 Miami Dolphins
Assuming quarterback Tua Tagovailoa can stay healthy and wide receiver Tyreek Hill regains the form that led to eight straight Pro Bowl appearances before last season, this mid-season matchup on Thursday Night Football promises to be a shootout. Week 11 vs. Washington Commanders This year, Miami and Washington will
Joe Milton is Cowboys’ latest developmental quarterback
If at first you don’t succeed, trade and trade again. The Cowboys’ 2023 deal for Trey Lance as a developmental quarterback didn’t work out as they wasted a fourth-round pick on a quarterback who played 98 snaps in two seasons. They are trying again with `former Patriots draft pick Joe
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NFL declines comment on Stefon Diggs video
The recent video of Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs with a pink powder on a boat prompted public comment from New England coach Mike Vrabel. It has resulted in silence from the league office. Chief NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy told PFT via email on Friday that the NFL “will decline comment”
Ravens Pro Bowler changes agents
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Ravens star wide receiver Zay Flowers is signing with WIN Sports Group, a new agency recently launched by Patrick Whitesell, the former co-founder and executive chairman of Endeavor (formerly William Morris Endeavor). Ironically, Flowers is leaving Loyalty Above All (LAA) and its founder and CEO, Zac
Falcons delete self-own social-media post
The Falcons (and specifically owner Arthur Blank) aren’t fans of reminders of their failure to turn a massive third-quarter lead into a Super Bowl LI win. Usually, it’s someone else who reminds the team and/or its fans of the 28-3 futility. This time around, the Falcons did it to themselves.
NFL Draft Pick Signings: 5/30/25
We saw another late-round draft pick signing today: Los Angeles Rams The Rams traded up 10 spots, giving up a sixth-round pick in the process, to take Hunter in the middle of the fourth round. Hunter joins a room that returns its three leading rushers from last year in Kyren
Rams sign fourth-rounder Jarquez Hunter
The Rams are down to one unsigned draft pick. Friday’s official transaction report for the league shows that they signed fourth-round pick Jarquez Hunter. The running back signed a four-year deal with the team. Hunter appeared in 49 games for Auburn over the last four seasons. He picked up more
Raiders OC Chip Kelly praises rookie Ashton Jeanty
Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly is taking a liking to rookie running back Ashton Jeanty. If Kelly’s words of Jeanty are any indication, the former Boise State star will possibly be one of the focal points on the Raiders’ offense besides Pro Bowl tight end Brock Bowers. “Ashton
Report: C.J. Stroud not throwing because of a pectoral issue
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud isn’t throwing at organized team activities. Stroud has a tight pectoral muscle that is considered “relatively minor,” Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports. The one-time Pro Bowler handed off to the running backs but mostly did rehab work and watched from the sideline alongside offensive coordinator Nick
Veteran WR Jakobi Meyers Wants To Re-Sign With Raiders
Jakobi Meyers is entering the final year of his contract with the Raiders, but he would prefer to stay in Las Vegas past 2025. “I want to be here for sure, but that’s all I can really say on it right now,” said Meyers (via The Athletic’s Tashan Reed). “That’s
Josh Jacobs says he “left a lot on the table” last season
Josh Jacobs left the Raiders after five seasons, signing with the Packers in the 2024 offseason. In his first season in Green Bay, the running back had the most rushing touchdowns of his career (15) and the second-most yards (1,329) and second-most carries (301). It was not the year Jacobs
Boston radio host shares bombshell report about Stefon Diggs
Stefon Diggs has drawn negative attention ahead of the start of his first mandatory minicamp with the New England Patriots, and some have wondered if his future with the team is in jeopardy. One longtime Boston radio host claims it is not out of the question. A video that circulated
Mark Murphy’s final day as Packers team president will be July 25
Mark Murphy now knows his last day. The Packers team president/CEO will officially retire July 25, the day of the team’s annual shareholders’ meeting at Lambeau Field. Murphy will transfer leadership to Ed Policy, who was selected as Murphy’s replacement last June. Murphy, who hits the mandatory retirement age of
NFL’s active leader in games played wants to return for 20th season
41-year-old tight end Marcedes Lewis is currently a free agent, but he wants to sign with a new team for his 20th and final NFL season. “I think mentally, I’m going into saying this is my last year,” Lewis told Kay Adams, adding that he’s still a durable, hard-working player