Jaguars announce in-person G.M. interview with James Gladstone
The Jaguars are getting close to naming their next General Manager. Jacksonville announced on Friday that the club has completed its in-person interview with James Gladstone for the position. Gladstone was the last of five scheduled second-round interviews with the team’s brass. Gladstone is currently the Rams’ director of scouting
Analyst claims trading for Matthew Stafford isn’t ‘bold move’ Giants need
Even though the Los Angeles Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford both reportedly want to extend their working relationship through at least the 2025 season, NFL Media’s Daniel Jeremiah (h/t Dan Parr) continues to link Stafford with a New York Giants team in desperate need of an upgrade at the position.
Colts to hire Jerome Henderson as DB coach
The Colts have found their next defensive backs coach. Word last week was that they were targeting Jerome Henderson for the job and Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports that they will be hiring him. Henderson joins new defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo on head coach Shane Steichen’s staff in Indianapolis. Henderson
49ers WR Deebo Samuel Worth Day 3 Pick?
The 49ers-Deebo Samuel road has been a rocky one for some time now. After a hold-in led to a new deal in 2022, it didn’t take long for trade talks to circulate involving one (and eventually both) of the team’s top wide receivers. The veteran weapon was not moved, in
Bears inform TE Gerald Everett they plan to release him
Tight end Gerald Everett will not return to the Bears for 2025. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Chicago has informed Everett that the club plans to release him. Everett, 30, appeared in all 17 games for the Bears in 2024 with four starts. He was on the field for 22 percent
Analyst explains why Chiefs should make controversial Travis Kelce decision
It was reported earlier this week that Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is “leaning more toward” playing in 2025 after he previously hinted he could retire to go all-in on his off-the-field business endeavors. For a piece published Friday, NFL analyst Aaron Schatz of ESPN argued that the Chiefs should take
Report: Several teams interested in Deebo Samuel, but may wait to see if 49ers cut him
The 49ers have given wide receiver Deebo Samuel permission to seek a trade, and some teams are exploring the possibility. But those teams also think Samuel may soon be available without having to give anything up for him. Several teams have expressed interest in trading for Samuel, Jeremy Fowler reported
Sam Darnold Deal Possible In Minnesota; Franchise Tag Unlikely
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler appeared on SportsCenter today and dropped an interesting update on the situation regarding free agent quarterback Sam Darnold. While Darnold has been viewed as a potential franchise tag candidate, Fowler’s report seems to indicate that that would not be the most likely option for the Vikings. With
Former Ravens LB Terrell Suggs pleads guilty to disorderly conduct
Former Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs pleaded guilty to a reduced charge during a Thursday pre-trial hearing in Arizona, Dan Belson of the Baltimore Sun reports. Suggs, 42, is scheduled for sentencing April 1. His criminal case stems from a March 2024 incident where Suggs allegedly threatened to kill a motorist
Falcons offseason checklist: Is Kirk Cousins worth keeping?
With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the Atlanta Falcons should make in the coming months. 1. Trade QB Kirk Cousins It would likely require eating some of his 2025 salary to make it
Bucs announce Mike Caldwell will be their inside linebackers coach
A new addition to the Buccaneers’ coaching staff is a familiar face in Tampa. The Bucs announced that Mike Caldwell will be their inside linebackers coach in 2025. Caldwell had the same job on Bruce Arians’s staff from 2019-2021 and then moved on for two years as the defensive coordinator
Extension Talks Between Cowboys, Micah Parsons Have Not Started
Cowboys outside linebacker Micah Parsons has been extremely vocal about wanting to remain in Dallas under an extended contract, especially over the last three months. In what has become typical Cowboys fashion, though, talks between the two parties have not started, according to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News.
Report: Bears to release DE DeMarcus Walker
The Bears are releasing veteran defensive end DeMarcus Walker, Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports. Releasing Walker and tight end Gerald Everett will save the Bears more than $10 million in salary cap space. Walker was scheduled to make $5.2 million in base salary and count $5.916 million against the
Saints offseason checklist: Should New Orleans jettison key player?
With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the New Orleans Saints should make in the coming months. 1. Move on from QB Derek Carr New head coach Kellen Moore said positive things about Carr
Colts announce their 2025 coaching staff
The Colts confirmed that they have hired Jerome Henderson as their new defensive backs coach on Friday afternoon and they announced their entire coaching staff as well. Henderson joins defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, linebackers coach James Bettcher, and pass game coordinator/secondary coach Chris Hewitt as new additions for the 2025
NFL Minor Transactions: 2/21/25
February 21st, 2025 at 6:51pm CST by Ely Allen Friday’s minor moves across the NFL: Cincinnati Bengals New England Patriots Pittsburgh Steelers Seattle Seahawks Brown and Jacobs were both tendered by the Patriots yesterday and have agreed to their tenders today. As exclusive rights free agents, their options were to
Ravens remain silent regarding Justin Tucker
The NFL is doing what it needs to do, reportedly interviewing three women who accuse Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate conduct during massage-therapy sessions and planning to interview more. The Ravens, in turn, are doing — and saying — nothing. ESPN confirmed on Friday that the league is talking
Eagles’ defensive star finished Super Bowl with major injury
Philadelphia Eagles second-year linebacker Nolan Smith had a relatively quiet day in the team’s Super Bowl LIX win over the Kansas City Chiefs. He did not record a single tackle and had just two quarterback hits on Patrick Mahomes. It turns out, there was probably a very good explanation for
Jaguars hire James Gladstone as General Manager
The Jaguars officially have a new General Manager. Jacksonville has hired James Gladstone for the role, the team announced on Friday afternoon. “It’s my honor to introduce James Gladstone as the new General Manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars,” Jaguars owner Shad Khan said in a statement released by the team.
Bengals Release DT Sheldon Rankins
The Bengals have released veteran defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins, per a team announcement. Rankins was an expected cap casualty after missing most of the 2024 season. He signed with the Bengals on a two-year, $24.5MM deal last March and started the first two games of the regular season before suffering
Report: Cowboys have not started contract talks with Micah Parsons
The Cowboys have not started contract talks with edge rusher Micah Parsons about an extension, Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News reports. Parsons could follow CeeDee Lamb and not show up until signing an extension. The Cowboys didn’t get the Pro Bowl wide receiver’s contract extension completed until Aug.
Saints hire disgraced former Chargers HC as defensive coordinator
The Saints are hiring former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley as their next defensive coordinator, per Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Staley has been a top candidate for the Saints’ DC gig ever since Kellen Moore was hired as head coach. Moore was the Chargers’ offensive coordinator
Marwan Maalouf headed to Denver as the assistant special teams coach
The Broncos are hiring Marwan Maalouf as their assistant special teams coach, Mike Klis of 9News reports. He reunites with Darren Rizzi, who recently as named the team’s new special teams coach. Maalouf and Rizzi worked together in Miami from 2013-18. Phil Galiano had been Rizzi’s long-time assistant special teams
Eagles’ Nolan Smith Tore Tricep During Super Bowl, Underwent Surgery
Nolan Smith played through a torn triceps in the Eagles’ Super Bowl LIX victory, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport. Smith underwent surgery on Wednesday and is expected to be ready by start of the 2025 season. However, the injury could threaten his status for the Eagles’ offseason
Void date of Panthers OL Austin Corbett’s contract moved to March
The Panthers and offensive lineman Austin Corbett gave themselves a bit more time to talk about a possible contract extension. Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer confirmed an Over the Cap report that Corbett and the team agreed to delay the void date on his contract to just before the
Jaguars reportedly make decision on new GM
The Jaguars are hiring Rams director of scouting strategy James Gladstone as their next general manager, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The team confirmed the hire via social media, and Jaguars owner Shad Khan released a statement calling Gladstone “exceptional in every regard,” per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Gladstone will become the
Eagles’ Nolan Smith suffered torn triceps in Super Bowl
Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith is recovering from surgery after suffering a torn triceps during the Super Bowl. Smith suffered the injury during the game but kept playing, had surgery on Wednesday, and should be ready for the start of the 2025 season, according to NFL Network. It’s not clear at
NFL Begins Justin Tucker Investigation
NFL investigators have begun interviewing women who have accused Justin Tucker of inappropriate conduct during massage therapy sessions, the Baltimore Banner’s Brenna Smith, Julie Scharper, Jonas Shaffer and Giana Han report. A league investigation became known when the first report of alleged sexual misconduct against the Ravens kicker surfaced. After
Seahawks waive CB Ryan Cooper, WR Cornell Powell
The Seahawks have let go of two players on Friday. Seattle announced the team has waived cornerback Ryan Cooper and receiver Cornell Powell. Both players were on the club’s practice squad in 2024 and had signed futures deals. Neither Cooper nor Powell appeared in a game last season for Seattle.
49ers player has vulgar rant about quitting on team
San Francisco 49ers linebacker De’Vondre Campbell still has not publicly addressed why he quit on the team late in the season, and it does not sound like he has any plans to share his side of the story. Campbell was suspended for the final three games of the season after
Michael Bidwill: We have to continue to build around Kyler Murray
The Cardinals went 2-5 down the stretch in 2024, which left them with an 8-9 record and out of the playoffs when the season came to an end. Late season fades have been a frequent occurrence during quarterback Kyler Murray’s time with the team and his eight interceptions in the
Jaguars Hire James Gladstone As GM
The Jaguars are hiring Rams scouting director James Gladstone as their next general manager, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. More to come. This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Steelers sign TE Donald Parham
The Steelers have added a veteran offensive player. Pittsburgh announced on Friday that the club has signed tight end Donald Parham. Parham, 27, spent four seasons with the Chargers, catching 67 passes for 764 yards with 11 touchdowns in 47 games. He was on the Broncos’ practice squad in 2024
NFL begins Justin Tucker investigation
NFL investigators have begun interviewing women who have accused Justin Tucker of inappropriate conduct during massage therapy sessions, the Baltimore Banner’s Brenna Smith, Julie Scharper, Jonas Shaffer and Giana Han report. A league investigation became known when the first report of alleged sexual misconduct against the Ravens kicker surfaced. After the latest
Aaron Rodgers’s two factors for his next team will limit his options
Soon-to-be-free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers has two factors regarding his next team. One is obvious. The other becomes a lot fuzzier, and it will limit his options. First, as Rodgers said, they have to want you. That’s true for any transaction. If the team doesn’t want the player, it’s hard for
Bears Release Gerald Everett, DeMarcus Walker
The Bears have released tight end Gerald Everett (per ESPN’s Adam Schefter) and defensive end DeMarcus Walker (per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo). More to come. This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors
Shedeur, Shilo Sanders haven’t hired agents
Some NFL players choose to represent themselves. For many, they’re better off being handled by a good agent. Only two in the incoming class have a Hall of Fame father who is also an accomplished college football coach. In the list of new players and agents distributed by the NFL
Analyst shares how Browns should handle Myles Garrett trade request
The Cleveland Browns allegedly don’t plan to trade All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett anytime soon, even though he’s made it known he wants to join an advertised Super Bowl contender such as the Detroit Lions. For a piece published Friday, ESPN NFL analyst Aaron Schatz explained why the Browns should continue
Bengals sign long snapper Cal Adomitis to one-year deal
The Bengals have secured the return of long snapper Cal Adomitis for another season. The team announced that they have re-signed Adomitis for the 2025 campaign. Adomitis was set to be a restricted free agent and getting the deal done now takes something off of the team’s to-do list ahead
Saints Hire Brandon Staley As DC
February 21st, 2025 at 12:39pm CST by Nikhil Mehta The Saints are hiring former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley as their next defensive coordinator, per Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Staley has been a top candidate for the Saints’ DC gig ever since Kellen Moore
Starting in 2025, no NFL games will be exclusively broadcast on traditional TV
The pivot to the streaming of NFL games includes ensuring that all NFL games will stream. As explained by Tyler Aquilina of Variety.com, via Sports Business Daily, no NFL game will be exclusively available on streaming in 2025. Which means all games will be available through streaming. And it means,
Brandon Staley lands new NFL coaching job
Former Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley has landed a new defensive coordinator job. Staley has agreed to take over as defensive coordinator of the New Orleans Saints, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The move reunites Staley with new Saints head coach Kellen Moore, as they worked
Saints to hire Brandon Staley as defensive coordinator
Brandon Staley is headed to the Big Easy. According to multiple reports, the Saints are hiring Staley to be the club’s defensive coordinator under head coach Kellen Moore. Staley, who spent three seasons as Chargers head coach, previously hired Moore to be Los Angeles’ offensive coordinator in 2023. But Staley
Panthers Release CB Dane Jackson
Dane Jackson joined the Panthers in free agency last offseason, but his time in Carolina has come to an end. The veteran corner was released on Friday, per a team announcement. Having spent his first four seasons with the Bills, Jackson represented a familiar face for Panthers general manager Dan Morgan. A
Bengals release DT Sheldon Rankins
Cincinnati will be moving forward without one of its veteran defenders. The Bengals announced on Friday that defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins has been released. Rankins, 30, signed a two-year deal with Cincinnati last offseason. He started seven games in 2024, recording 18 total tackles with one sack. Rankins finished the
NFL insider believes Raiders have big plans for Maxx Crosby
Since making his NFL debut in 2019, Maxx Crosby has improved each season, which has been evident in his four Pro Bowl selections. It wasn’t easy, as he had to play for four different coaches; however, he gave the team his full effort each week. Still, winning matters to Crosby,
Aidan Hutchinson: With right guys in locker room, you can roll anyone in to call plays
The Lions have lost a lot of assistant coaches, including offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn, since their playoff loss to the Commanders and there’s been plenty of discussion about the impact that will have on the team in 2025. Count defensive end Aidan Hutchinson among those
Ravens’ Kyle Van Noy Plans To Play In 2025
After playing on four teams across his first nine years in the NFL, Kyle Van Noy has found himself in a productive environment with the Ravens. The veteran pass rusher faces questions about his long-term future given his age, but he intends to keep playing for at least one more year. “My
Tony Boselli: Jaguars have a franchise QB in Trevor Lawrence, and we’ll build around him
When the Jaguars drafted Trevor Lawrence first overall in 2021, they thought they had the franchise quarterback who could lead them to a championship. When they signed him to a lucrative contract after his third year, the Jaguars were investing in a future with Lawrence. But the results through Year
Rams legend rips team amid Cooper Kupp, Matthew Stafford trade rumors
While the Los Angeles Rams seem ready to trade veteran wide receiver Cooper Kupp, it’s unclear if quarterback Matthew Stafford will remain with the club through the offseason. During a recent chat with London sports radio station TalkSport, Rams franchise legend, Pro Football Hall of Famer and current NFL analyst















































