ESPN reporters differ on what Titans could do with No. 1 pick of 2025 NFL Draft
As recently as Thursday, the Tennessee Titans appeared prepared to hold onto the first pick of the 2025 NFL Draft so they could select Miami’s Cam Ward, the consensus top quarterback in this year’s class. However, ESPN’s Matt Miller suggested Friday that some may have rushed to assume Tennessee’s alleged draft intentions.
Zaire Franklin: Competition will help Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones
The Colts are set to hold a quarterback competition between a pair of first-round picks who have underwhelmed to this point in their careers. Anthony Richardson was a Colts first-rounder in 2023 and he’s as close to an incumbent as there is after starting 11 games last season. Daniel Jones
Vikings have sent strong message with recent offseason decisions
The Minnesota Vikings have said they are confident that J.J. McCarthy can become a franchise quarterback, and their actions this offseason have spoken even louder than their words. A year ago, the Vikings traded up a spot in the NFL Draft to select McCarthy with the 10th overall pick. At
Report: Aaron Rodgers is at the Steelers’ facility
Well, well, well. The news that the Vikings wouldn’t be signing quarterback Aaron Rodgers “at this time” sparked a report that Minnesota’s lack of current interest won’t impact Rodgers’s timetable. As reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN.com on Wednesday, Rodgers remains “in no rush at all.” And while he might
Insider explains why Vikings could still pick Aaron Rodgers
An initial report claiming the Vikings aren’t “pursuing” quarterback Aaron Rodgers proved misleading. Minnesota could check back in with Rodgers depending on how 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy looks during springtime workouts coming off the full meniscus repair that cost him his rookie season. In a piece published Friday morning,
Avonte Maddox signs with Lions
Cornerback Avonte Maddox won a Super Bowl with the Eagles in February and he’ll be trying to knock them off the throne in 2025. Maddox’s girlfriend posted a picture of him signing a contract with the Lions on social media Friday. Maddox’s agent confirmed, via Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia
Vikings Have Discussed Deal With QB Ryan Tannehill
Ryan Tannehill did not play in the NFL last year, but he could be nearing a return for the 2025 season. The Vikings have reportedly reached out to Tannehill to discuss a potential deal, per FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz, though no signing is imminent at this time. Minnesota needs some
Jameis Winston’s contract suggests he’ll be a bridge quarterback, at best
The two teams in the country’s biggest market will be paying bargain-basement salaries to their veteran quarterbacks. For the Jets and Justin Fields, the two-year, $40 million deal puts him at the bottom of the list of starters not playing under rookie contracts. For the Giants and Jameis Winston, the
Insiders address alleged slide of Shedeur Sanders’ draft stock
The most interesting story from this year’s NFL Scouting Combine involved Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders allegedly sliding down draft boards after he “hit the wrong notes in combine interviews” with some teams. On Friday, ESPN’s Jordan Reid, Field Yates and Matt Miller indicated that clubs aren’t as low on Sanders as
Bengals sign free agent OG Lucas Patrick to a one-year deal
The Bengals signed free agent offensive guard Lucas Patrick to a one-year contract, the team announced Friday. Patrick recently visited Cincinnati. A year ago, Patrick signed a one-year deal with the Saints and started 10 games for the team before landing on injured reserve. He has appeared in 107 career
Browns insider addresses recent Shedeur Sanders, Abdul Carter links
While NFL Draft guru Todd McShay of The Ringer recently suggested that the Cleveland Browns will take Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders with the second pick of this year’s draft, both Daniel Jeremiah and Mike Band of NFL.com believe Cleveland will instead grab Penn State pass-rusher Abdul Carter. On Thursday, however, Browns insider Tony
Cardinals sign OL Royce Newman
The Cardinals announced a pair of signings on Friday. One was the previously reported agreement they reached with former Bears cornerback Jaylon Jones and the other was a deal with offensive lineman Royce Newman. Both players signed one-year deals in Arizona. Newman spent three seasons with the Packers before joining
Minor NFL Transactions: 3/21/25
Today’s minor moves in the NFL: Arizona Cardinals Signed: G Royce Newman Green Bay Packers Signed ERFA tender: T Kadeem Telfort Kansas City Chiefs Signed: CB Robert Rochell Las Vegas Raiders Re-signed: CB Sam Webb New England Patriots Waived: LB Curtis Jacobs, T Caleb Jones, LB Andrew Parker Jr., G Lecitus Smith Seattle Seahawks
Kenneth Sims, the No. 1 overall pick of the Patriots in 1982, dies at 65
Kenneth Sims, the No. 1 overall pick in the 1982 draft, died Friday at the age of 65, Chip Brown of 247Sports reports. Sims died in his sleep after battling an illness, per Brown. Sims played at the University of Texas, where he began his college career backing up Pro
Do stats show Jaguars’ Liam Coen may not be able to save Trevor Lawrence?
The worrisome struggles of quarterback Trevor Lawrence were the biggest story hovering over the Jacksonville Jaguars this past fall. He was sidelined in December with multiple injuries, and the club parted ways with head coach Doug Pederson and general manager Trent Baalke this offseason. Jacksonville ultimately hired former Tampa Bay
Chiefs agree to terms with CB Robert Rochell on one-year deal
The Chiefs have agreed to terms with free agent cornerback/core special teams player Robert Rochell on a one-year deal, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Rochell, who turns 27 next month, spent the past two seasons with the Packers. In 2024, he played 11 games, seeing action on one defensive snap
Giants To Sign QB Jameis Winston
The Giants have secured a quarterback option for the 2025 NFL season. According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, the team is finalizing a deal with veteran quarterback Jameis Winston. The contract is for two years and $8MM, though it could be worth up to $16MM with incentives. Ever since
Broncos hire Jeff Schmedding as inside linebackers coach
The Broncos have hired Jeff Schmedding as their inside linebackers coach, Bruce Feldman of CBS Sports reports. Schmedding will replace Michael Wilhoite, who the Broncos fired after his arrest on suspicion of second degree assault of a police officer. Isaac Shewmaker will serve as the team’s outside linebackers coach. Schmedding
Giants adding Winston, might not be done at position
The New York Giants are reportedly in the process of adding a veteran quarterback to their roster, but it is not one of the two big names — Aaron Rodgers or Russell Wilson — that have been attached to them the most. It is Jameis Winston. According to a report
Jerome Baker agrees to terms with the Browns
The Browns have agreed to terms with free agent linebacker Jerome Baker, Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com reports. Baker recently visited Cleveland. Baker began last season with the Seahawks and started the first five games of the year before being traded to the Titans. He appeared in five more games
LB Jerome Baker Signs With Browns
March 21st, 2025 at 7:22pm CST by Ely Allen After moving around quite a bit in the last year, veteran linebacker Jerome Baker finds himself with another new team for the 2025 NFL season. Per Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com, Baker has agreed to a deal with the Browns.
Jameis Winston lands with the Giants
The Giants are done waiting on Aaron Rodgers. With Rodgers visiting Pittsburgh on Friday, the Giants have signed veteran quarterback Jameis Winston. He joined Tommy DeVito as the only two quarterbacks on the Giants’ roster. They’ll surely add more, possibly through the draft. The first pick in the 2015 draft,
How Rams could find eventual Matthew Stafford replacement in 2025 NFL Draft
While Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams agreed to a deal for the 2025 campaign, the two could part ways as soon as next offseason. Los Angeles’ lack of a long-term option at QB is why ESPN’s Field Yates named the Rams a “sleeper team” that could target a quarterback “in the first two rounds” of the 2025
Vikings consider Ryan Tannehill a potential veteran option
The Vikings need a veteran quarterback. And they’re reportedly talking to one who hasn’t played since January 2024. The Vikings are in communication with Ryan Tannehill, reports Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports. As we hear it, the Vikings consider Tannehill a potential option. However, no deal has been discussed. Tannehill,
Bengals Sign OL Lucas Patrick
The Bengals have signed veteran offensive lineman Lucas Patrick to a one-year deal, per a team announcement. Patrick visited the team today and quickly agreed to terms to join Cincinnati’s offense. He has experience at center and both guard spots and will likely compete for a starting job along the
Packers OT Kadeem Telfort signs his exclusive rights tender
Offensive tackle Kadeem Telfort is returning to the Packers. Telfort, an exclusive rights free agent, signed his tender on Friday, according to the NFL’s transactions report. Telfort, 26, signed with the Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2023. He didn’t make the team out of training camp but signed
The ‘Active NFL yards-per-receptions’ leaders quiz
After acquiring wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers, the Washington Commanders are already taking steps to keep their new weapon happy. They’ve reportedly reworked his contract to guarantee him $17 million in 2025. While it was a tough year for everyone in San Francisco last year, Samuel
Micah Parsons says $40 million annually would make him “the happiest man alive”
Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons is optimistic about getting a long-term deal with the team. The question is: When? Clarence Hill of All City DLLS reports the Cowboys have yet to have “real talks” with Parsons’ agent, David Mulegheta, though a deal could come together quickly if both sides are
Texans To Sign OT Trent Brown
The Texans are continuing their offensive line overhaul by signing offensive tackle Trent Brown to a one-year deal, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Brown’s deal is worth up to $3MM. He opened the 2024 season as the Bengals’ starting right tackle before tearing his patellar tendon in Week 3. The 31-year-old
TE Tyler Conklin agrees to one-year deal with Chargers
Tight end Tyler Conklin has agreed to a one-year deal with the Chargers, his agent, Mike McCartney, announced on social media. Conklin took a free agent visit to Los Angeles this week. He joins Will Dissly, Tucker Fisk and McCallan Castles in the tight ends room. Conklin, 29, spent the
Could Seahawks select eventual Sam Darnold replacement in 2025 NFL Draft?
It was initially reported that quarterback Sam Darnold received a three-year, $100.5M contract from the Seattle Seahawks to leave the Minnesota Vikings in free agency. However, the Seahawks could escape the deal as soon as next offseason. Thus, it’s not all that surprising that ESPN’s Matt Miller named the Seahawks
Aaron Rodgers spent six hours at Steelers’ facility on Friday
Aaron Rodgers has previously spent time in Pittsburgh, usually in three-hour chunks at the local football stadium. He spent twice that amount of time on Friday, visiting with the local team. Via Adam Schefter of ESPN.com, Rodgers visited the Steelers’ facility for roughly six hours on Friday. Schefter calls it
Chargers To Sign Tyler Conklin
The Chargers have agreed to terms with veteran tight end Tyler Conklin, per his agent Mike McCartney. More to come. This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Raiders re-sign CB Sam Webb to a one-year deal
The Raiders re-signed cornerback Sam Webb to a one-year deal, Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports. Webb was an exclusive rights free agent. He will provide needed depth at the position after the Raiders lost cornerback Nate Hobbs in free agency, but his main contribution again looks to be on special
Beat writer addresses if Jets, Jaxson Dart rumors are a ‘smokescreen’
The Athletic’s Mike Sando raised eyebrows when he shared a mock draft on March 5 that suggested some NFL executives believe the New York Jets will select Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart via the seventh pick of the 2025 draft. Jets beat writer Antwan Staley of the New York Daily
Seahawks sign WR River Cracraft, re-sign LB Josh Ross
The Seahawks signed free agent wide receiver River Cracraft on Friday, the team announced. Cracraft spent the past three seasons with the Dolphins. In 2024, he went on injured reserve Aug. 27 with a shoulder injury but returned to play eight games and caught seven passes for 66 yards. He
Aaron Rodgers Visits Steelers
2:35pm: Rodgers has slow-rolled his free agency decision on the advice of his agent, David Dunn, per Pro Football Network’s Mike Florio. The Steelers offered him a contract close to the beginning of free agency, but they have yet to improve the terms of the deal to entice him to sign.
Seahawks sign safety and special teamer D’Anthony Bell
The Seahawks are adding some depth to their secondary and special teams. D’Anthony Bell is signing a one-year deal in Seattle, according to Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports. Bell was undrafted in 2022 and took a winding road to the NFL after playing football at four different colleges, but he
Lions sign longtime Eagles CB
Avonte Maddox‘s time with the Eagles has come to an end. The veteran defensive back has agreed to a one-year deal with the Lions, his agent announced on Friday. Maddox joined the Eagles in 2018, and he quickly emerged as a key member of their secondary. The former fourth-rounder handled
Trent Brown agrees to terms with Texans
The Texans have struck a deal with another veteran offensive tackle. Agent Drew Rosenhaus told reporters that his client Trent Brown has agreed to a one-year deal with Houston. The deal is worth up to $3 million. The Texans reached a deal with former Jaguar and Viking Cam Robinson earlier
Lions Sign Avonte Maddox
Avonte Maddox‘s time with the Eagles has come to an end. The veteran defensive back has agreed to a one-year deal with the Lions, his agent announced on Friday. Maddox joined the Eagles in 2018, and he quickly emerged as a key member of their secondary. The former fourth-rounder handled
Deion Sanders believes one specific team is spreading lies about Shedeur
On Thursday, both Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Colorado coach Deion Sanders had something to say about lies they believe are being told about Shedeur in the pre-draft process. Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports has more details on the specific things Deion said. Apparently, Deion believes one specific team is
Aaron Rodgers visits with Steelers
The Aaron Rodgers watch continues, and Friday has seen what could prove to be a notable development. The league’s top remaining free agent quarterback is visiting the Steelers’ facility, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. The Steelers have long been known as one of the top Rodgers suitors, with
Saints agree to terms with Brandin Cooks
Wide receiver Brandin Cooks is headed back to where his NFL career got underway. Cooks was a 2014 first-round pick of the Saints and, according to multiple reports, the veteran wideout has agreed to terms on a contract that will bring him back to New Orleans. The return to town
Saints, WR Brandin Cooks Agree To Deal
Brandin Cooks is returning to where his career began. The veteran wideout has a deal in place with the Saints, as first reported by Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football. Cooks spent his first three seasons with the Saints, quickly emerging as a focal point on offense. The former first-round pick topped 1,100
Source: Agent has been encouraging Aaron Rodgers to take his time
Some (hand raised) have criticized quarterback Aaron Rodgers for taking his time in picking a new team. As one source explains it, however, Rodgers is simply being a good client. Rodgers’s agent, David Dunn, has been encouraging Rodgers to be patient. Patience can become leverage. Leverage can improve offers. As
Does Colts’ Zaire Franklin still believe in Anthony Richardson with Daniel Jones looming?
Some in the NFL community think it’s only a matter of time before Daniel Jones replaces Anthony Richardson as the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback. During a Friday appearance on NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football” program, Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin indicated he hasn’t yet given up on Richardson. “I love Anthony,” Franklin
Proposed "tush push" rule, as written, won't change much
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Seahawks, S D’Anthony Bell Agree To Deal
D’Anthony Bell is on the move for the first time in his career. The safety/special teams ace has agreed to a one-year deal with the Seahawks, Jordan Shultz of Fox Sports reports. Bell entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2022, signing with the Browns. He remained with the
Louisville QB Tyler Shough set to visit Browns
The Browns traded for Kenny Pickett earlier this month, but they are expected to continue adding to the quarterback position in the coming weeks. They could add a veteran option like Russell Wilson, they could pick up a rookie early in next month’s draft or do both as they move