NFL Draft intel: Who’s QB1 in the 2026 class?
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay. This week, however, we’re taking an early look at quarterbacks in the 2026 class. In a story published Tuesday, ESPN/The Ringer contributor Steve Muench gave just two QBs in the 2025 class (Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders
Mark Davis: This is my favorite time of year because we’re undefeated
The Raiders haven’t won a playoff game since 2002, which was their last Super Bowl appearance. The only two seasons they have had a winning record since then — in 2016 and in 2021 — were the only two seasons they have made the postseason the past 22 seasons. It’s
Insider reveals why the Giants are interested in Colorado’s Hunter
The New York Giants have the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and they have some very interesting decisions ahead of them as a result. The Giants, coming off a 3-14 season, obviously need all the help they can get, and there is certainly a thought that they
Cardinals sign OL Jake Curhan
The Cardinals have officially added an offensive lineman. Arizona announced on Thursday that the club has signed Jake Curhan to a one-year deal. Curhan, 27, spent last season with the Bears, appearing in 10 games with two starts. He was on the field for 40 percent of the offensive snaps
Minor NFL Transactions: 4/3/25
Thursday’s minor moves: Chicago Bears Washington Commanders Signed: DE T.J. Maguranyanga Maguranyanga is the latest rugby player to join an NFL team as part of a bid to play football professionally. The 22-year-old is Zimbabwean and joins Washington via the International Player Pathway program. At 6-4 and 222 pounds, Maguranyanga will
Reports: Geno Smith’s two-year extension is worth $75 million
The financial terms of the two-year extension that quarterback Geno Smith agreed to with the Raiders were not immediately available on Thursday, but they have now been revealed. According to multiple reports, Smith stands to make $75 million over the two additional years on the contract. Smith is due $31
Packers facing accusation over proposal to ban tush push
The Philadelphia Eagles have made the “tush push” a much-talked-about concept among NFL circles. The play, featuring quarterback Jalen Hurts, is a beefed-up quarterback sneak that sees multiple players lined up behind the quarterback to help push him forward — either for a first down or into the end zone.
Jameis Winston bids farewell to Cleveland in heartfelt message
Jameis Winston played only one season in Cleveland, but it apparently made a lasting impression on him. After the quarterback officially signed his deal with the Giants, Winston wrote a good-bye. He said he was sending his “deepest gratitude” to the city, the team and its fans. “I’m so happy
Latest On Falcons, Kirk Cousins; QB Still Prefers To Be Released
Kirk Cousins is known to be on the trade block, with the Falcons confirming this week their willingness to work out a deal under the right circumstances. Of course, finances will play a major role in determining if an acceptable agreement can be reached. Cousins has already seen his $10MM roster
DeMarvion Overshown sets sights on comeback player of the year
Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown suffered a severe knee injury for the second time in as many years in Week 14 and the timing of the injury cast some doubt about whether he’ll be a contributor for Dallas in 2025. Overshown said in January that he aims to be back on
Buccaneers make multimillion-dollar move with Baker Mayfield
Baker Mayfield showed his 2023 resurgence was no fluke, posting career-best numbers last season. The Buccaneers went through with a transaction that reveals confidence in the former No. 1 overall pick being their quarterback beyond 2025. In an effort to create cap space, Tampa Bay has restructured Mayfield’s contract. The
Case Keenum agrees to terms with the Bears
Free agent quarterback Case Keenum has agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $3 million with the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Keenum will help mentor Caleb Williams in Chicago as he did for C.J. Stroud in Houston. Tyson Bagent and Austin Reed are the other quarterbacks on
Titans Aiming To Make WR Addition; CB L’Jarius Sneed Likely To Be Ready For Training Camp
Trading DeAndre Hopkins to the Chiefs before last year’s deadline, the Titans have not re-signed 2024 contributor Tyler Boyd. This has left a void alongside Calvin Ridley, who enters his age-30 season. With Ridley locked in atop Tennessee’s receiving corps, GM Mike Borgonzi acknowledged the team’s deficiency. Thus far, only
At first blush, Geno Smith’s contract isn’t dramatically better than Sam Darnold’s
Remember when the Seahawks pivoted from Geno Smith to Sam Darnold because Smith wanted too much and Darnold was signed for significantly cheaper? Less than a month later, that swap has a much different feel. Although the initial reports of the value of a new contract are almost always flawed
Cardinals won’t regret TE Trey McBride’s record-breaking extension
Tight end Trey McBride earned approximately $5.76M in his first three seasons with the Arizona Cardinals. Now, he’s set to make much more than that. On Thursday, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported the Cardinals made McBride the highest-paid TE in NFL history. He signed a four-year, $76M deal with
Dan Campbell: “We’ll be fine” with new offensive and defensive coordinators
Lions head coach Dan Campbell lost both of his coordinators this offseason, with offensive coordinator Ben Johnson becoming head coach of the Bears and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn becoming head coach of the Jets. But Campbell is not concerned. Campbell acknowledged at the league meeting that “continuity is always good”
Bears To Sign QB Case Keenum
Add another team to Case Keenum‘s extensive NFL ledger. The journeyman backup will be called upon to help mentor another highly drafted young talent. The Bears are signing Keenum to a one-year deal worth up to $3MM, ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter tweets. Keenum is coming off a season-long absence in 2024,
Bears sign Miles Boykin, Shaun Wade
The Bears signed wide receiver Miles Boykin and defensive back Shaun Wade on Thursday, according to the NFL’s transactions report. Boykin, 28, was on the Seahawks’ practice squad last season. He has not appeared in a game since 2023 when he was with the Steelers, playing 316 special teams plays
Five reasons the Steelers should forget about Aaron Rodgers
The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to wait for a decision from Aaron Rodgers, but is he worth it? Rodgers has dragged out his free-agency saga a lot longer than expected. It may be time for the Steelers to move on and let it go. Let’s examine the reasons why: Pittsburgh is
Stefon Diggs contract contains broad protections for the Patriots regarding his knee injury
As previously explained, the Stefon Diggs contract isn’t what it seemed to be. Given the current customs of #scooptown, that’s not unusual. Here’s something from his contract that is. Per a source with knowledge of the terms of the Diggs deal, the Patriots have secured broad protection against a setback
Chargers Open To Keenan Allen Reunion
While Cooper Kupp, Davante Adams, Stefon Diggs and DeAndre Hopkins are off the market, two accomplished 30-somethings remain available at wide receiver. Both Tyler Lockett and Keenan Allen have ties to AFC West teams, and an Allen reunion appears on the table. Jim Harbaugh said (via The Athletic’s Daniel Popper)
Cardinals, TE Trey McBride agree to four-year extension
The Cardinals have locked up one of their key young offensive players for years to come. Arizona announced on Thursday that the club has agreed to a four-year extension with Trey McBride. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, McBride will become the highest-paid tight end in league history, earning $76 million
Raiders reassert confidence in QB Geno Smith with massive move
The Las Vegas Raiders have left little doubt that quarterback Geno Smith is their guy. On Thursday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Smith is signing a two-year, $85.5M extension that includes $66.5M guaranteed. The deal will keep him in Las Vegas through the 2027 season. Before he signed the extension on
Jahmyr Gibbs will be No. 0, Jameson Williams will be No. 1 in 2025
Two key members of the Lions offense are changing their numbers for the 2025 season. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs is trading in No. 26 in order to wear No. 0 for the defending NFC North champions. Wide receiver Jameson Williams will be No. 1 after wearing No. 9 for his
Cardinals, Trey McBride Agree On Record-Setting TE Extension
April 3rd, 2025 at 3:35pm CST by Sam Robinson Trey McBride loomed as a Cardinals extension candidate, and the team will take care of this important business early. The sides are in agreement on a record-setting deal. The Cardinals are giving McBride a four-year, $76M extension, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.
Packers announce changes to their coaching staff for 2025
The Packers announced changes to their coaching staff for 2025. They hired DeMarcus Covington as defensive line/run game coordinator, Luke Getsy as senior assistant, Cory Harkey as special teams quality control coach, Jeremiah Kolone as offensive assistant (minority fellowship), Jeff Koonz as defensive assistant and Jamael Lett as a defensive
Raiders make big commitment to Geno Smith
The Las Vegas Raiders acquired Geno Smith in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks in early March, and now they are committing to him for a longer term. The Raiders and Smith have agreed to a two-year contract extension that will pay the quarterback $85.5 million, per Jordan Shultz of
Geno Smith agrees to two-year extension with Raiders
Raiders head coach Pete Carroll said this week that the team was working on signing quarterback Geno Smith to a contract extension and it turns out that the two sides were close to the finish line. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Smith has agreed to a two-year extension
Raiders To Extend QB Geno Smith
The Raiders have a deal done with Geno Smith. They are giving the trade acquisition a two-year extension, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reports. This will keep the ex-Seahawks starter under contract through 2027. It appears initial reports, like when Smith signed his 2023 Seahawks contract, featured a slight inflation. Smith’s Raiders
Report: Tariffs won’t impact Lions
The new expansion of tariffs is expected to cost automakers like Ford billions of dollars. It won’t impact the football team owned by the Ford family. Via the Detroit Free Press, Lions president Rod Wood said this week that any losses suffered by the Ford Motor Company will not impact
Falcons owner makes clear statement about a Kirk Cousins trade
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank made a firm statement about Kirk Cousins’ future with the organization, and made it very clear that a trade is, at least for now, not in the offing. Blank said the Falcons are perfectly happy to let Cousins sit on the bench behind Michael Penix
Marshon Lattimore will wear No. 2 in 2025
Cornerback Marshon Lattimore will be sporting a new look in his first full season with the Commanders. The Commanders announced on Thursday that Lattimore will be wearing No. 2 during the 2025 season. Lattimore wore the number while at Ohio State, but has worn No. 23 since entering the NFL
Lions Want To Extend Aidan Hutchinson, Kerby Joseph
The Lions hit on two defensive playmakers in the 2022 draft, selecting edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson with the second overall pick and safety Kerby Joseph in the third round. Both players are extension-eligible as they enter the fourth year of their rookie contracts, and Detroit is determined to lock them
Mike Edwards returning to Chiefs on one-year deal
The Chiefs are bringing back a familiar face for their defense. Per Tom Pelissero of NFL Media, safety Mike Edwards is signing with Kansas City on a one-year deal. Edwards, 28, has spent most of his career with the Buccaneers, and appeared in five games with two starts for the
Vikings GM gives hint of QB plans amid Rodgers, McCarthy rumors
Back in late March, Minnesota Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah raised eyebrows when he declined to slam the door shut on possibly signing veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers as 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy continues to recover from the full meniscus repair that sidelined him for all of last season. During
NFL announces key offseason program dates for all 32 teams
Offseason programs will be starting for teams with new coaches next week and the NFL has announced the key dates for all 32 teams. All teams will open their programs with two weeks of meetings and conditioning work before they can advance to on-field work. That work will include up
Analyst names clear winner in Cowboys’ trade for Patriots’ Joe Milton III
On Thursday, the New England Patriots surprisingly agreed to trade backup quarterback Joe Milton III and a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Dallas Cowboys in return for a 2025 fifth-round choice. Later in the day, ESPN’s Seth Walder named the Cowboys the clear winner of that transaction. “If the
Mike Macdonald: DeMarcus Lawrence complements our room really well
While the biggest moves of Seattle’s offseason revolved around quarterbacks, they also made a splash on defense by signing lineman DeMarcus Lawrence. Lawrence, 32, signed with the club in March after 11 years with the Cowboys. At the annual league meeting in Palm Beach this week, head coach Mike Macdonald
Chiefs To Reunite With S Mike Edwards
April 3rd, 2025 at 11:29am CST by Nikhil Mehta The Chiefs are reuniting with veteran safety Mike Edwards on a one-year deal, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Edwards spent the 2023 season in Kansas City, appearing in all 17 games with a role that increased throughout the year. He started
Patriots trade Joe Milton to Cowboys
Joe Milton is headed to Dallas. According to multiple reports, the Cowboys have traded for Milton to backup quarterback Dak Prescott. The Patriots will receive a fifth-round pick in exchange for Milton and a seventh-round pick. It was reported on Wednesday that New England had received multiple trade inquiries on
Is Arch Manning guaranteed to enter 2026 NFL Draft?
Arch Manning has yet to experience a full college season as a starting quarterback, but many are already calling him a lock to be the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter says there is one big reason those predictions are a bit premature.
Titans set dates for OTAs, mandatory minicamp
The Titans have decided on some key dates for their offseason program. The team announced this week that they will begin their offseason work on April 22 and they also shared the dates for their organized team activities and mandatory minicamp. They’ll hold their OTAs on May 27,28, and May
NFL exec discusses ‘best-case scenario’ 49ers’ Brock Purdy should expect for contract extension
Some previously suggested that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy could soon put pen to paper on a contract extension similar to Dak Prescott’s four-year, $240M deal from the Dallas Cowboys. In a piece published on Thursday, The Athletic’s Mike Sando shared that at least one unnamed NFL team executive
Lawyers will likely nudge the league to dump the tush push
Even if concerns about injury and aesthetics have become embarrassing pretexts for dumping the tush push, the effort to nudge the play out of the rule book has likely started the clock on the official expiration of the technique. By flagging the play as a catastrophic injury waiting to happen,
Why Bowles isn’t worried about Bucs again having a new OC
For the third time in his Tampa Bay Buccaneers tenure that began in March 2023, quarterback Baker Mayfield will have a new offensive coordinator after Liam Coen left the organization to become the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars this past winter. While speaking with reporters at the NFL owners meetings this
Bengals hint at possibility of relocation — as soon as 2026
The Bengals have contract issues, on the field and off. Their lease at Paycor Stadium will expire on June 30, 2026 — unless they exercise an option to extend it by two years on or before June 30, 2025. Team executive V.P. Katie Blackburn was asked about the status of
Patriots Trading Joe Milton To Cowboys
The Patriots are trading quarterback Joe Milton to the Cowboys, per FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz. Dallas will send one of its fifth-round compensatory picks in April’s draft to New England in exchange for Milton and a seventh-rounder, according to David Moore of the Dallas Morning News. Milton was a sixth-round
Clock ticks on a new Derrick Henry deal
Ravens coach John Harbaugh recently said an extension for running back Derrick Henry is “definitely in the conversation.” At some point, it needs to be more than a conversation. Henry, who has earned a $1 million roster bonus, is due to make another $6 million in salary in 2025. That’s
Could NFL, NFLPA agree on 18-game regular season soon?
Head coaches such as Andy Reid of the Kansas City Chiefs and DeMeco Ryans of the Houston Texans indicated during the NFL owners meetings that they realize it’s only a matter of time before the league and the NFL Players Association come to terms on an agreement for an 18-game
Should Chiefs get a permanent Christmas Day game?
Christmas football is here to stay. And the Chiefs hope to stay playing on Christmas. The Chiefs reportedly hope to become a permanent fixture on Christmas, like the Lions and Cowboys on Thanksgiving. Our two cents? Don’t do it, NFL. The Chiefs won’t permanently be competitive and relevant. They won’t