Ravens announce several changes to coaching staff
The Ravens announced the hiring of four assistant coaches on Friday. As previously reported, former Ravens safety Anthony Levine will be returning to the club as their assistant special teams coach. The Ravens have also hired defensive backs coach Donald D’Alesio, assistant linebackers coach Matt Pees, and assistant strength and
Giants former first-round pick: ‘I hope I can continue to be here’
With the first three years of his career in the books, Kayvon Thibodeaux is eligible for an extension. While the Giants contemplate picking up his fifth-year option, the former No. 5 pick is not anticipating talks on a long-term deal to take place this offseason. “Of course,” Thibodeaux said when speaking
Texas takes another run at legalizing sports betting
The American sports betting industry earned revenues of $13.7 billion in 2024. And that’s without legalized wagering in the two most populated states in the nation — California and Texas. Texas, which has more than 30 million residents, is making another run at it. Pat Evans of LegalSportsReport.com has taken
Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux Does Not Expect To Conduct Extension Talks This Offseason
With the first three years of his career in the books, Kayvon Thibodeaux is eligible for an extension. While the Giants contemplate picking up his fifth-year option, the former No. 5 pick is not anticipating talks on a long-term deal to take place this offseason. “Of course,” Thibodeaux said when speaking about
Ron Rivera on Cam Newton: Sometimes things are better left unsaid
Former Panthers quarterback Cam Newton created a stir by saying he entered a “locker room full of losers” when he arrived as the franchise’s No. 1 overall pick in 2011. That was also Ron Rivera’s first year as Carolina’s head coach, with the club coming off a 2-14 season in
Could Aaron Rodgers remain without a team through the spring?
Earlier this week, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated revealed that quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ “tentative intention” is to play in 2025, which would mean joining a different team after Rodgers and the New York Jets officially part ways. During a very brief chat with TMZ Sports, Rodgers was asked
At least a fourth of the NFL’s teams are looking for public money
Thursday’s #PFTPM had a through line that won’t make it any easier for the various teams to get through the opening to the vault that contains the public money. The salary cap is up significantly, again. Which means revenues are up, again. And franchise values have increased to the point
A.J. Brown warns Eagles after replacing OC with Kevin Patullo
Shortly after the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX earlier this month, Philadelphia offensive coordinator Kellen Moore left the club to become head coach of the New Orleans Saints. The Eagles quickly responded to that loss by promoting passing game coordinator Kevin Patullo to Moore’s
Chiefs teammate sends Patrick Mahomes warning to NFL after Super Bowl loss
For the most part, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had a night to forget in the 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX back on Feb. 9. During a Thursday appearance on the “Up & Adams Show with Kay Adams,” Chiefs defensive end Charles Omenihu warned the
Cowboys TE coach Lunda Wells: We’re really focusing on becoming more physical
Tight ends coach Lunda Wells is a holdover from the Cowboys’ 2024 coaching staff, but the team is trying to chart a new course offensively in 2025 and Wells sounds like he’s on board with it. Offensive coordinator Klayton Adams said recently that he wants the unit to “create violence”
Aaron Rodgers: Team’s quality, desire for me are factors I consider
We know that Aaron Rodgers will not be quarterbacking the Jets in 2025, but we don’t know anything else about his football future. Rodgers has been informed that he will be released at the start of the new league year and there’s been a lot of speculation about what teams
Shilo Sanders not invited to Combine, but hires official Combine timers to verify his 40
Shilo Sanders’ father Deion is a Hall of Famer and coached Shilo at Colorado. And Shilo’s brother Shedeur is expected to be a top pick in this year’s draft. But Shilo himself, who played cornerback at Colorado, is not viewed as an elite prospect and was not invited to the
The ‘NFL rookies with 10+ sacks’ quiz
After playing just 14 games in two seasons in 2022 and 2023, Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa was able to play in 14 contests in 2024. He recorded 22 tackles with five sacks and two forced fumbles in the regular season and added another sack in the wild-card loss
Justin Simmons Wants To Stay With Falcons
The Falcons teamed two of this era’s best safeties last season, signing Justin Simmons to join Jessie Bates. Simmons stayed in free agency for months awaiting the right deal, but the former Broncos All-Pro is headed back to the market soon. Having agreed to a one-year contract worth $7.5MM, Simmons
Ken Dorsey envisions “big-picture role” with Cowboys
Ken Dorsey has served as an offensive coordinator in his last two stops, but he’ll have a different role with the Cowboys this year. Dorsey has been hired as a pass game specialist on head coach Brian Schottenheimer’s first staff in Dallas. While speaking to reporters this week, Dorsey said
Analyst, insider address Steelers’ reported Fields, Wilson preference
Rumors continue to suggest that individuals within the Pittsburgh Steelers such as offensive coordinator Arthur Smith view re-signing backup quarterback Justin Fields as a “plan A” and bringing current starter Russell Wilson back as a “plan B.” On Wednesday, ESPN NFL analyst Louis Riddick and Steelers/NFL insider Aditi Kinkhabwala of
Jaguars announce in-person G.M. interview with Jon-Eric Sullivan
Jacksonville has continued its second round of G.M. interviews with a member of the NFC North on Thursday. The Jaguars announced Jon-Eric Sullivan has completed his in-person interview for the role. Sullivan has spent his NFL career with the Packers, beginning his tenure with the franchise as an intern way
Bears Add J.T. Barrett, Anthony Blevins, Matt Giordano To Staff
Remembered by most for his time at Ohio State and perhaps by some PFR loyalists for his journeys on and off the Saints’ practice squad, J.T. Barrett is making a move into a key coaching position. Ben Johnson is bringing Barrett with him from Detroit, and the ex-Lions assistant quarterbacks
Nakobe Dean on Zack Baun: Hopefully what’s best for him is best for Eagles
The Eagles’ decision to sign running back Saquon Barkley last year has been hailed as one of the best free agent signings of all time, but it wasn’t the only signing that paid major dividends for the team. Linebacker Zack Baun started 14 games on defense in four seasons with
2025 NFL Franchise Tag Candidates
Last year’s salary cap spike created another opportunity for teams to retain talent, and once the upcoming cap surge (roughly $25MM) produces a number, the 2020 CBA will have produced four straight single-year jumps by at least $16MM. These climbs, which dwarf the per-year jumps the 2011 CBA brought, have
Panthers announce 2025 coaching staff
The Panthers have announced their full coaching staff for the 2025 season. Head coach Dave Canales added four assistants to the stable and three returning coaches have new titles. The latter group includes senior coaching advisor Jim Caldwell and assistant quarterbacks coach/pass game specialist Mike Bercovici. Bercovici joined by newly
NFC combine watch: One player each team should have on its radar
With the Super Bowl far in the rearview, all NFL teams are turning their attention to the NFL Scouting Combine (Feb. 27-March 2), free agency (March 12) and NFL Draft (April 24-26). Ahead of the combine in Indianapolis, Yardbarker NFL writers select one player each team in the NFC should
Major colleges, including USC, Texas, and Ohio State, start ditching spring games
As an expanded playoff adds full-speed games to the college football season, multiple major programs are moving away from the traditional offseason scrimmage that caps spring practice. Via Sports Business Journal, both USC and Texas have ditched their spring games for 2025. Other Big Ten teams have canceled spring games,
Chargers Re-Sign DB Elijah Molden
Being traded to the Chargers shortly before last season, Elijah Molden became one of the pieces that helped Jesse Minter‘s defense climb to No. 1. The Bolts will keep this partnership going. Molden is staying in Los Angeles via a new three-year contract, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport tweets. The second-generation NFL
Chargers sign Elijah Molden to a contract extension
The Chargers signed defensive back Elijah Modlen to a contract extension Thursday, the team announced. Molden’s three-year extension is worth $18.25 million, with $13.5 million guaranteed, per multiple reports. The Chargers acquired him in a trade with the Titans in August, and he totaled a career-high 72 tackles, three interceptions,
Draft guru’s grade for Cam Ward should catch teams’ attention
Miami’s Cam Ward could be the first quarterback selected in the 2025 NFL Draft. However, that probably wouldn’t have been the case in previous years. Unlike 2024 — which featured six QBs in Round 1 — the 2025 class doesn’t look as strong at the most important position. Ward (6-foot-2,
Scouting Combine’s future in Indianapolis remains tenuous
The Scouting Combine has been an Indianapolis institution for decades. And for good reason. Indy is the perfect host for the event. But it’s not the most profitable. And some within the league’s power structure continue to agitate to take the Combine on the road. The talk has lingered for
NFC North Notes: Mack, Lions, Pack, Addison
February 20th, 2025 at 6:26pm CST by Sam Robinson As Ryan Poles‘ rebuild effort began in 2022, the Bears traded Khalil Mack for second- and sixth-round picks. After three Chargers seasons, Mack is hitting free agency for the first time. The decorated pass rusher showed sustained health in Los Angeles,
Renovation of Ravens’ stadium will cost more than anticipated
As explained during Thursday’s #PFTPM, more than a few teams are currently angling for a new stadium. The Ravens, who still play in the building that lured them from Cleveland 27 years ago, are in the process of finalizing renovations at M&T Bank Stadium. According to The Baltimore Banner, via
Ja’Marr Chase expected to be highest-paid receiver in NFL
Cincinnati will inevitably end up paying Chase, but it is perplexing that the organization still hasn’t reached a deal with its superstar receiver. Chase is part of the team’s future and should have been compensated last offseason. The Bengals’ refusal to meet his contractual demands at that time has cost
Unidentified Jets player reportedly targeted, robbed at gunpoint
A Jets player was one of two people robbed at gunpoint last weekend in Morris County, New Jersey, a witness told NBC 4 New York. Authorities are searching for three males who they believe targeted, stalked and followed the victims for more than 30 miles from Manhattan to their home
Colts’ Dayo Odeyingbo To Test Free Agency
The Colts picked up Kwity Paye‘s fifth-year option last May and then made Laiatu Latu the first defensive player chosen in the 2024 draft. With Samson Ebukam also under contract for 2025, Dayo Odeyingbo may need to find his second contract elsewhere. The increasingly productive D-lineman is nearly three weeks
Panthers assistant OL coach Keli’i Kekuewa leaves for Jaguars
The Panthers have lost an assistant coach to the Jaguars. Carolina assistant offensive line coach Keli’i Kekuewa no longer is listed on the team’s website. He is expected to join the Jaguars’ coaching staff in an unspecified role, Mike Kaye of the Charlotte Observer reports. Kekuewa joined the Panthers a
Cowboys star plans to retire, leaving another hole on offense
The Dallas Cowboys already had an extensive to-do list this offseason, and now they have one more big item to add to it. Finding a replacement for guard Zack Martin. Martin reportedly informed the Cowboys on Thursday that he plans to retire this offseason, leaving a huge hole on the
A.J. Brown: Offense will evolve under new coordinator Kevin Patullo
Receiver A.J. Brown said the Eagles can’t rest on their Lombardi Trophy from the 2024 season. The team has changed offensive coordinators, with Kevin Patullo replacing Kellen Moore. But that can’t be all that changes, Brown said. “For our fans, they need to understand everything has to change,” Brown told
Cowboys G Zack Martin Plans To Retire
One of the greatest interior offensive line careers is set to end. Zack Martin will follow through on retirement, informing the Cowboys he plans to walk away after 11 seasons, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reports. The decorated blocker played out a six-year extension, one adjusted after a 2023 holdout, and was
Zack Martin has told the Cowboys he plans to retire
Cowboys guard Zack Martin has decided to call it a career. The 34-year-old Martin told the Cowboys he plans to retire, according to NFL Network. Martin was poised to become a free agent next month and could have tried to get one more payday, but he’s coming off a season-ending
Rams’ asking price for Matthew Stafford revealed
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has been the subject of multiple trade rumors this offseason. The 37-year-old quarterback has two years remaining on his current contract but is seeking an extension that would have him closer to the league’s highest-paid signal callers. Fox Sports NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reported
Dawand Jones recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery
One of Cleveland’s offensive linemen has had an offseason procedure. Per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, offensive tackle Dawand Jones recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery that addressed a lingering issue he played through during 2024. Jones, 23, moved to left tackle during the season but suffered a fractured fibula in November
Saints Promote Phil Galiano To STC
The Saint are promoting Phil Galiano to serve as special teams coordinator on Kellen Moore‘s new staff, per Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer. Galiano joined the Saints in 2019 as an assistant special teams coach under coordinator Darren Rizzi. After Rizzi left New Orleans to reunite with Sean Payton in Denver,
NFL working to ensure field conditions are better in Brazil in 2025
The NFL announced Wednesday that the Chargers will host the league’s second regular-season game in Brazil. Per ESPN, the NFL is working with stadium officials to ensure the field is in better condition for 2025 than it was in 2024. On the Friday night of opening weekend last season, the
NFL Draft intel: Ex-scout explains why Miami QB Cam Ward could be deserving of No. 1 pick
Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled April 24-26 in Green Bay. From a Miami quarterback to an LSU pass-rusher, here are five players we are tracking: Should teams take Miami QB Cam Ward’s message seriously? Before receiving the Davey O’Brien Award as college football’s best QB
Chargers promote Dylan Roney to edge rusher coach
The Chargers are promoting Dylan Roney to be their new edge coach, Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports. Roney, 29, worked with the edge rushers last season as a defensive assistant. The Chargers ranked sixth in sacks in 2024. Roney spent three seasons with Jim Harbaugh at the University of
Steelers Expected To Draft DL Early
The Steelers are currently set to return their defensive linemen rotation from 2024, but it’s an aging group that will require reinforcements this offseason. Of the linemen who played at least 100 snaps last year, just three – Keeanu Benton, DeMarvin Leal and Isaiahh Loudermilk – will be younger than 30
Michael Bidwill speaks, briefly, about latest lawsuit against him and the Cardinals
Earlier this month, another lawsuit from a former employee was filed against the Cardinals and owner Michael Bidwill. Beyond issuing a perfunctory statement acknowledging the case and strongly denying its allegations, the Cardinals have said nothing. Bidwill, however, added some more quotes in a recent interview with Greg Moore of
Insider hints why Steelers haven’t yet signed Fields over Wilson
Numerous reports shared throughout February have indicated that individuals within the Pittsburgh Steelers, such as offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, would choose Justin Fields over Russell Wilson regarding which of the two quarterbacks to bring back for another season. During a Thursday appearance on “SportsCenter,” ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler hinted that
Bears announce Ben Johnson’s full coaching staff
New Bears head coach Ben Johnson has assembled his full staff for the 2025 season. The Bears today released the full list of 29 coaches on their staff for the upcoming season. “We are excited to add high-quality, hard-working coaches to our staff,” Johnson said, via the Bears’ website. “Along
Seahawks Still Want To Re-Sign Ernest Jones
The Seahawks paused extension talks with Ernest Jones at the end of the regular season, but they’re still looking to re-sign the 25-year-old linebacker for 2025 and beyond. “Obviously we want Ernest back,” said general manager John Schneider (via Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic). “Some guys, at some point you
Having a two-week franchise tag window is pointless, with two exceptions
The annual two-week franchise-tag window opened two days ago. To no surprise, no tags have been issued yet. And, in many respects, there’s no sense having a two-week tag period in a deadline-driven league. The opening of the window doesn’t matter; the closing of it does. But there’s one exception.
Three linebackers Raiders should target in NFL free agency
Robert Spillane provided much-needed help when he joined the Las Vegas Raiders through free agency in 2023. The Raiders hope to re-sign him in free agency starting March 12, but the team will also look for outside help since it has $99.5 million in cap space, according to Over The