At Least Six Teams Planning Private Workout For Penn State TE Tyler Warren
Penn State tight end Tyler Warren is seen as one of the top players at his position in this year’s draft class, with many pundits viewing him as the best TE option. As such, Warren joined college teammate and fellow first-round prospect Abdul Carter in sitting out the Nittany Lions’
With Patriots, Stefon Diggs could end up playing plenty in the slot
Now that the Patriots have added receiver Stefon Diggs on a three-year, year-to-year contract, they’ll need to figure out how to best use him. Mike Reiss of ESPN.com has taken a look at the possibilities. The most intriguing strategy relates to the slot. As Reiss notes, Diggs became more or
NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Texans’ first-round pick at No. 25
The Texans have No. 1 receiver Nico Collins under contract for three more seasons, but Trapasso believes Houston will look to reload at wide receiver this year. Stefon Diggs is no longer with the team after signing a three-year, $69M contract with the Patriots, and No. 2 receiver Tank Dell
Kalen Ballage’s 77-yard TD run fuels Renegades over Brahmas
The first two games of the second season of the UFL have not been close. Friday night’s 31-6 drubbing of the Houston Roughnecks by the St. Louis Battlehawks was followed by a Saturday slaughtering of the San Antonio Brahmas by the Arlington Renegades. Running back Kalen Ballage had 110 rushing
Panthers say their doors are open to Cam Newton amid talk of a rift
When former Panthers quarterback Cam Newton said that he arrived in Carolina to a “locker room full of losers,” it was the latest in a long line of comments suggesting that he doesn’t have the warmest memories of his former team. But the Panthers say there’s no rift, at least
Zach Wilson eager to develop under “phenomenal coach” Mike McDaniel
During his time with the Jets, Zach Wilson took plenty of criticism for never becoming the franchise quarterback he was expected to be as the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft. But the Jets also took plenty of criticism for not developing Wilson. And Wilson says that in
Brian Callahan: Titans have a short list of prospects for the No. 1 pick
The Titans could trade the No. 1 overall pick as General Manager Mike Borgonzi recently said “everything is still on the table.” It appears likely, though, that the team uses the selection. Head coach Brian Callahan told Tom Pelissero of NFL Media that the team has a four players it’s
Saints Host Will Campbell; Team Showing Interest In James Pearce, Shemar Turner
The Saints’ draft preparation is ongoing, and prospects on both sides of the ball are on the team’s radar. Offensive lineman Will Campbell visited today, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports. A Louisiana native and LSU product, Campbell’s visit will be classified as a local one and thus not count toward the
Dolphins Restructure Austin Jackson’s Contract; Team Could Make OL Additions
The Dolphins have made a number of moves aimed at carving out 2025 cap space. That process has included a restructure of right tackle Austin Jackson‘s deal, as detailed by Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. $9.71MM of his Jackson’s base salary for next season has been converted into a signing
Which Team Will Draft Travis Hunter?
Cam Ward is widely viewed as the top quarterback in the 2025 draft class, and with the Titans owning the No. 1 pick it would come as no surprise if he wound up in Tennessee. Plenty of uncertainty looms regarding the next few picks at the top of the board,
Lack of a Kirk Cousins restructuring keeps a trade firmly on the table
The Falcons have tried to create the impression that they’re committed to keeping quarterback Kirk Cousins as the understudy to Michael Penix Jr. in 2025. Some think they’re bluffing. One key fact supports the notion that the Falcons are biding their time. The Cousins contract has a provision allowing the
Vikings, GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Negotiating Extension
To little surprise, the Vikings have already worked out an extension with head coach Kevin O’Connell this offseason. General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has been in place for three years alongside him, and their partnership could continue beyond 2025. One year remains on Adofo-Mensah‘s current deal, and teams often look to avoid ‘lame-duck’ situations with coaches
Dogfighting evidence against LeShon Johnson includes photos, recorded call
Earlier this week, former NFL running back LeShon Johnson was indicted on 21 counts related to dogfighting, several months after 190 dogs were seized from his possession. On Thursday, a summary of the evidence against Johnson was filed in court. Via Joe Mussatto of the Oklahoman, the evidence includes an
Saskatchewan Roughriders Acquire QB Trey Lance’s CFL Rights
Trey Lance remains unsigned, and as a result his playing future is uncertain. If the former No. 3 pick is to play north of the border, his destination is now known. The Saskatchewan Roughriders have added Lance to their negotiation list, TSN’s Dave Naylor reports. To be clear, this does not
Panthers To Host WR Tetairoa McMillan
The Panthers have been linked to several defensive prospects regarding their top pick in next month’s draft. The team will look into at least one first-round receiver prospect as well, however. Tetairoa McMillan has a top-30 visit lined up with Carolina, Joe Person of The Athletic reports. The Panthers have already
NFL To Vote On Kickoff Tweaks; No Onside Kick Alternatives Being Discussed
When the league meeting kicks off tomorrow, one of the topics of discussion will be related to the dynamic kickoff instituted on a trial basis for 2024. The expectation remains that the new setup will be made permanent, albeit with a few alterations. The competition committee has proposed moving forward
Texans sign linebacker E.J. Speed
Free agent linebacker E.J. Speed is heading to Houston. The Texans and Speed have agreed to a one-year contract. Speed was a 2019 fifth-round pick of the Colts and has played his entire NFL career in Indianapolis. For most of his career he played more on special teams than on
Giants View Travis Hunter Primarily As CB; Cowboys Showing Interest
A consensus does not exist amongst the teams at the top of the draft order with respect to how Travis Hunter should be used in the NFL. Many see the Heisman winner primarily as a cornerback, though, and the Giants seem to agree on that point. Hunter is considered a “defense-first prospect”
Becton, Bolts, Texans, Jenkins, Browns, Bills, Patriots, Dolphins
March 29th, 2025 at 12:51pm CST by Sam Robinson Here are the latest details from contracts agreed to around the AFC: Mekhi Becton, OL (Chargers). Two years, $20MM. Despite raising his value with the Eagles, Becton only fetched $6.94MM guaranteed at signing, Cards Wire’s Howard Balzer tweets. The deal includes
Texans To Add LB E.J. Speed
E.J. Speed will follow Azeez Al-Shaair in making an intra-AFC South free agency move. After six Colts seasons, Speed is moving south. The Texans are bringing in the veteran linebacker on a one-year deal worth $5MM, Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz tweets. Although Speed is coming off his most productive season,
Bills, Christian Benford agree to four-year extension
The Bills have locked up one of their key defensive players. According to multiple reports, cornerback Christian Benford has agreed to a four-year contract extension with Buffalo. The initial numbers indicate Benford’s deal is worth $76 million. Benford, 24, was a sixth-round pick in the 2022 draft but has emerged
Latest On Steelers, Aaron Rodgers
The Aaron Rodgers wait persists in Pittsburgh. Not viewed as being the clubhouse leaders for the future Hall of Fame quarterback, the Giants took themselves out of the running this week by signing Russell Wilson. Letting Wilson walk without showing much offseason interest, the Steelers have met with Rodgers and
Bills, Christian Benford Agree On Extension
An offseason spree of Bills extensions will continue with a Christian Benford payday. Buffalo’s top cornerback is re-signing with the team on a four-year deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. The Bills will lock down the former sixth-round pick for less than $20MM per year, with Schefter adding the contract checks
Ravens unveil logo for 30th season
Twenty-nine years ago, on the 29th of March, the Baltimore Ravens got their name. Today, the Ravens have unveiled plans for commemorating their 30th season. The effort includes a logo that includes the Roman numerals of the two Super Bowls the Ravens have won. Originally, the Cleveland Browns were to
Broncos To Table Extension Talks Until After Draft; RB Quinshon Judkins On Team’s Radar
Playing central roles in the Broncos’ first playoff berth since their Super Bowl 50 victory, Courtland Sutton, Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen reside as the team’s top extension candidates this offseason. No deals should be expected for a bit, however. As the draft nears, the team will prioritize its next
Stefon Diggs: I’m ahead of schedule, trying to be ready when the whistle blows
At a Friday press conference from the Patriots facility, wide receiver Stefon Diggs talked about his desire to be a weapon for quarterback Drake Maye during the 2025 season and fulfilling that goal will take a full recovery from the torn ACL that ended his 2024 season after eight games.
Owners will talk about 18-game season at league meetings
It’s inevitable that the NFL will expand to 18 games. At the latest, it’s coming after the current Collective Bargaining Agreement expires. At the earliest, it’ll happen whenever the league and the NFL Players Association agree to do it. Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports recently reported that the owners will
NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Rams’ first-round pick at No. 26
Listed at 5-foot-11 and 183 pounds, Hairston may not have ideal size, but his 4.28 time in the 40-yard dash topped all cornerbacks at the NFL Scouting Combine, and his 39.5-inch vertical jump ranked second at the position. CB Jahdae Barron | Texas CBS Sports’ Kyle Stackpole has similar ideas
Did Russell Wilson take big risk by signing with Giants?
Russell Wilson is in line to become the new starting quarterback of the New York Giants, but it is fair to wonder if that role is guaranteed for the former Pro Bowl signal-caller. On Tuesday, Wilson signed a one-year deal with the Giants worth up to $21M. He will receive
Inside the new Stefon Diggs deal
It was reported as a three-year, $69 million deal with $26 million guaranteed. It is not. The new Stefon Diggs contract falls short on both counts, based on the details reported by Albert Breer of SI.com. Here they are: 1. Signing bonus: $12 million. 2. 2025 workout bonus: $200,000. 3.
Dan Simmons, Saints head equipment manager for 42 years, dies at 78
Dan Simmons, who spent 42 years as the Saints’ head equipment manager, has died at the age of 78. Simmons became the Saints’ head equipment manager in 1973 and kept working through 2014, when he retired but continued working with the Saints in an alumni capacity. Before working for the
Titans G.M. Mike Borgonzi: Moving JC Latham to RT good for him, entire offensive line
The Titans may be using the first overall pick in the draft on quarterback Cam Ward next month and one of the best ways to set him or any quarterback up for success is by making sure that they are well protected. New Titans General Manager Mike Borgonzi has worked
Will there be enough votes to kill the tush push?
How much of a push is there to ban the tush push? The time to put the cards on the table is coming very soon, with the league’s owners due to meet next week in Florida. That’s when proposed rule changes get a vote (or, if they’re going to fail,
Hunter Renfrow plans to play in 2025, is taking free-agent visits
Hunter Renfrow wants back in. After not playing in the 2024 season, Renfrow has recently taken a free-agent visit with the Panthers and is set to take another with the Raiders, according to NFL Media. Renfrow met with Carolina on Wednesday and will meet with Las Vegas on Friday. A
NFL insider sheds light on contract situation between Smith, Raiders
Geno Smith has been a member of the Las Vegas Raiders since the franchise acquired him in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks on March 13. Yet, there hasn’t been a news conference introducing Smith, 34, to the Las Vegas media. NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shed some
Eagles announce several changes to 2025 coaching staff
The Eagles confirmed a few previously reported changes to their coaching staff on Friday and they announced several other moves as well. They have promoted Tyler Yelk to a defensive assistant position on Nick Sirianni’s staff. Yelk was a quality control coach in 2024 and an assistant to Sirianni during
Analyst gives update on rising draft stock of QB prospect
While it was previously thought Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe had no shot of being selected before the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft, that was before he impressed teams during his March workouts. ESPN NFL draft analyst Matt Miller listed Milroe as the player responsible for the pro day
Report: Jaxson Dart has top-30 visit scheduled with Steelers
The Steelers have Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson on their depth chart at quarterback. They may or may not have Aaron Rodgers on their roster for 2025. They may or may not draft a quarterback. The Steelers, who have the 21st overall pick, are doing their due diligence on draft
NFL owners expected to discuss 18-game schedule during March meeting
Sunday will mark the beginning of the next league meeting. As always, several topics will be discussed, and it would not come as a surprise if increased discussion about an 18-game regular season took place. Expanding the season once again has long been a target for the NFL and commissioner
Lions’ stadium will be called Ford Field through at least 2036 under new sponsorship deal
Ford Field will remain the name of the Lions’ stadium after a new agreement between the team and Ford Motor Company. The new agreement keeps the Ford name on the stadium through at least 2036. The Lions’ stadium has been called Ford Field since it opened in 2002. Among NFL
NFL Owners Expected To Discuss 18-Game Schedule During March League Meeting
This Sunday will mark the beginning of the next league meeting. As always, several topics will be discussed, and it would not come as a surprise if increased discussion about an 18-game regular season took place. Expanding the season once again has long been a target for the NFL and
Sparked by Lions’ proposal, NFL to have “fresh discussion” on playoff seeding
The Lions have proposed playoff seeding independent of division championship. Even if the proposal fails, it will spark a conversation for the powers-that-be. Earlier this week, Competition Committee chairman Rich McKay addressed the situation during a call with reporters. He said that the issue has come up before, but that
Did Raiders GM give hint of draft plans with Geno Smith comments?
Some analysts and reporters who have posted mock drafts throughout March have linked the Las Vegas Raiders with a quarterback, even though the Raiders acquired veteran Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks earlier this month. Raiders general manager John Spytek may have hinted at his draft plans during a recent appearance
Jets WR Irvin Charles signs exclusive rights tender
Jets wide receiver Irvin Charles signed his tender Friday, according to the NFL’s transactions reports. Charles was an exclusive rights free agent. Charles appeared in 13 games for the Jets last season, recording seven tackles and blocking a punt before tearing an anterior cruciate ligament in his knee. He played
Steelers To Host QB Jaxson Dart
The Steelers’ quarterback situation remains unresolved for 2025. Even if a deal can be struck with Aaron Rodgers, though, a long-term investment at the position could be made as early as this year’s draft. Owner Art Rooney II has indicated Pittsburgh will look to make a high draft investment at the position in
Packers hire Kevin Manara as general counsel
The Green Bay Packers have a new chief lawyer. The team announced on Friday that Kevin Manara is the team’s new general counsel. Incoming president/CEO Ed Policy made the announcement. “We are excited to welcome Kevin to Green Bay,” Policy said in a team-issued release. “He brings a wealth of
Ravens make big decision regarding HC John Harbaugh’s future
John Harbaugh is already one of the NFL’s longest-tenured head coaches with the Baltimore Ravens, and that run seems like it is going to continue for several more seasons. The Ravens announced on Friday that they have agreed to a three-year contract extension with their head coach. Harbaugh has coached
Battlehawks return without A.J. McCarron
When I tuned into the UFL regular-season opener between the St. Louis Battlehawks and the Houston Roughnecks, I expected to see A.J. McCarron playing quarterback for the Battlehawks. As it turns out, McCarron doesn’t work in the UFL anymore. He was cut in November 2024. He wasn’t happy about the
Minor NFL Transactions: 3/28/25
March 28th, 2025 at 7:46pm CST by Adam La Rose Friday’s minor moves: Atlanta Falcons Detroit Lions Green Bay Packers Jacksonville Jaguars Kansas City Chiefs New York Jets Pittsburgh Steelers Tampa Bay Buccaneers Welch has played 72 games in the NFL, with much of his tenure taking place with the
Abdul Carter: Great defensive players impact game as much as QBs
Edge rusher Abdul Carter didn’t do any on-field work during Penn State’s Pro Day workout on Friday, but he still tried to make his case to be the first overall pick in this year’s draft. While quarterback Cam Ward is seen as the likeliest choice to go first overall whether
















































