Report: Vikings are a “dark horse” to sign Aaron Rodgers
During a recent episode of PFT Live, I said I was considering switching allegiances from the Vikings to the Eagles, if only to enjoy one Super Bowl win before heading to the Great Press Box in the Sky (which is also what they should call the press box in the
Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy arrested on assault charge
Chosen in last year’s first round, Worthy impressed and played a central role in the Chiefs’ third straight Super Bowl appearance. However, he has run into what could be significant off-field trouble. This arrest comes less than a year after 2023 Chiefs second-round pick Rashee Rice‘s involvement in a street-racing
Chiefs are gathering information regarding Xavier Worthy arrest
Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy has been arrested for assault in Texas. Per a Chiefs spokesperson, the team is “aware” of the arrest and “gathering information.” The specific charge from the online jail record — “ASSAULT FAM/HOUSE MEM IMPEDE BREATH/CIRCULAT” — suggests that he has been accused of strangling a member
Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy Arrested On Assault Charge
Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested Friday night in Texas on a charge of assault against a family or household member by impeding their breathing or circulation, Fox26’s Will Kunkel reports. Chosen in last year’s first round, Worthy impressed and played a central role in the Chiefs’ third straight
Xavier Worthy was arrested in Texas for assault
For the second straight offseason, a promising Chiefs rookie receiver has found offseason trouble in Texas. Last year, it came from Rashee Rice’s street-racing incident in Dallas. This year, Xavier Worthy has been arrested for assault. Williamson County, Texas online records show that the alleged incident happened on Friday. Here’s
Crosby has three-letter reaction to Raiders’ trade for Geno Smith
On Friday, the Las Vegas Raiders traded for Geno Smith and Maxx Crosby is excited about the move. Crosby reacted to the news of the Raiders’ trade via the social media site X. He posted a three-letter acronym, plus some emoticons. “LFG!!!!!!!!!” Crosby wrote on X, adding three skull and
It’s a pre-free agency book giveaway weekend
It’s the calm before the storm. Or the storm before the storm. Regardless, free agency starts on Monday at noon ET. There likely will be plenty of news this weekend regarding the moves to come — signing, terminations, trades. We’ll have all of it here. As you wait for more
Vikings Not Expected To Re-Sign Sam Darnold; Daniel Jones Still On Radar
Friday’s Raiders-Seahawks trade has shaken up the quarterback market. As Geno Smith‘s relocation moved the Seahawks into the group of teams needing a quarterback, Sam Darnold immediately became connected to Seattle. That has changed his status with the Vikings. Although the Vikings came out of the franchise tag deadline with
Geno Smith trade could solve Vikings’ quarterback dilemma
For much of the week, the biggest question in NFL circles had become whether the Vikings will keep quarterback Sam Darnold or entrust the job to J.J. McCarthy. (And whether the Vikings even knew what they wanted to do.) If the tea leaves emerging from Friday’s surprise trade that sent
Raiders had no interest in Aaron Rodgers
When tracking down the details of the Raiders’ latest contract with Maxx Crosby on Thursday, I had a question for our source before ending the phone call. Only a day or two before signing the new contract, Crosby said he’d like Rodgers to join the Raiders. So why aren’t the
Trey Hendrickson to Eagles would be Burrow’s worst nightmare
During an appearance on the “Pardon My Take“ podcast, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow praised the Eagles’ ability to pay star players while keeping their core intact. Imagine how he’d feel if they traded for his team’s best pass-rusher? “The Eagles are paying everybody,” Burrow said, via the Cincinnati Enquirer. “That seems
Analyst warns teams about giving Sam Darnold a big contract
Unless Sam Darnold comes to an agreement to remain the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback through at least the 2025 season this weekend, he likely will become the highest-paid quarterback of his free-agency class at some point after the new league year opens this coming Wednesday. For a piece published Friday,
Raiders To Release C Andre James
Re-signed just before free agency last year, Andre James is heading back to the market. The Raiders intend to release their veteran center starter soon. James will be cut March 12, per NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero, pointing to a post-June 1 release designation. The Raiders have two of those to use,
Why Steelers’ Fields, Wilson situation remains unsettled
The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly could make re-signing 2024 first-choice starting quarterback Russell Wilson a priority if they don’t get something done with backup Justin Fields before the free-agent negotiating window opens this Monday. During a Thursday appearance on Nashville sports radio station 102.5 The Game, senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson
Jaguars become the betting favorites to be Cooper Kupp’s 2025 team
The Jaguars are in the process of making major changes to their roster, and another big change could be acquiring Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp. Recent activity has shifted the lines to make the Jaguars the new favorites to be Kupp’s 2025 team. The Jaguars are now +200 favorites at
Raiders Lukewarm On Free Agent QBs, Still Looking Into Trades
An aggressive Matthew Stafford push did not land the Raiders the Super Bowl-winning quarterback, putting them in a similar position to a handful of teams entering free agency. The Raiders need a 2025 starter, and they do not appear overly eager to pay one in free agency. The Raiders were
Inside the new Saquon Barkley deal
Less than a year after signing a significant contract with the Eagles, running back Saquon Barkley has earned another. And this one makes Barkley the first $20 million player at his position. The two-year extension to the remaining two years of Barkley’s original deal with the Eagles creates a new
NFL analyst proposes ‘unique opportunity’ for Kirk Cousins
Kirk Cousins is facing an uncertain NFL future after he lost his starting job with the Atlanta Falcons last season, and one analyst thinks a reunion might make some sense for the veteran quarterback. Cousins remains under contract with the Falcons, who signed him to a massive four-year, $180 million
Patriots are the betting favorites to draft Travis Hunter
Colorado’s Heisman Trophy-winning cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter is likely heading to New England, if the betting odds are to be believed. The Patriots are the betting favorites to draft Hunter, with +190 odds at DraftKings. New England owns the fourth overall pick in the draft, and has the highest pick
NFL Minor Transactions: 3/7/25
Friday’s minor NFL moves: Arizona Cardinals Re-sign: S Joey Blount, LS Aaron Brewer Cincinnati Bengals Extended: TE Tanner Hudson Detroit Lions Extended: LB Zeke Turner San Francisco 49ers Claimed off waivers (from Rams): CB Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson Tampa Bay Buccaneers Signed ERFA tender: S Kaevon Merriweather Tennessee Titans Signed ERFA tender: DT Keondre
Titans to release Harold Landry after team did not find trade partner
Late last month, word emerged that the Titans had given edge rusher Harold Landry permission to seek a trade. But at this point, no partner has emerged for Tennessee. Now the club will release Landry, according to multiple reports. Landry, a second-round pick in 2018, had two years remaining on
Reporter says Garrett is serious on threat about trade request
Cleveland Browns pass-rusher Myles Garrett “is preparing to miss games if he’s not traded” before Week 1 of the 2025 season arrives in September, according to NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero on Friday. The same report revealed Browns owner Jimmy Haslam recently “declined to speak” with Garrett about Garrett’s desire to
Report: Arthur Smith was UNC’s first choice, not Bill Belichick
Before the folks at North Carolina made Bill Belichick the program’s next head coach, they had a first choice. As reported by ESPN.com, Plan A was Arthur Smith. Smith, who played guard for the Tar Heels from 2001 through 2005, coached the Falcons for three seasons. He’s now the Steelers’
WR Michael Gallup Eyeing Comeback From Retirement
Less than eight months after announcing his retirement from the NFL, veteran wide receiver Michael Gallup is looking to make a return, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. He had signed to the Raiders before being placed on the reserve/retired list, so his rights were in Las Vegas, but
Michigan CB Will Johnson to miss Pro Day workout with hamstring injury
Michigan cornerback Will Johnson, one of the top prospects in the 2025 NFL draft, has suffered another injury that will cause him to miss Michigan’s Pro Day. Johnson can’t work out at Michigan on March 21 because of a hamstring injury, according to ESPN. Injuries were already a concern with
Eagles could lose key member of Super Bowl team?
The Philadelphia Eagles have managed to retain some key players in the wake of their Super Bowl LIX win over the Kansas City Chiefs, but there is reportedly a chance they will lose one important piece of their offense. Veteran tight end Dallas Goedert has been a significant contributor in
Commanders tender RB Chris Rodriguez
Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez will not hit the open market next week. According to multiple reports, the Commanders have tendered Rodriguez with a contract as an exclusive rights free agent. The move bars him from negotiating with other clubs, so he’ll be vying for playing time in the Washington
Outside Suitors To Push Steelers For Justin Fields; QB’s 2024 Benching Remains Factor?
As a lukewarm quarterback draft class awaits, several teams need 2025 starters — either for bridge or longer-term purposes. Holding the No. 21 overall pick, the Steelers profile as a team interested in a veteran to keep the reins beyond next season, and it would appear they have a clear
Raiders plan to release C Andre James
The Raiders plan to release starting center Andre James after the new league year begins next week, NFL Media reports. That indicates the Raiders plan to make James a post-June 1 cut. James signed a three-year, $24 million deal before free agency started last year. He will count $5.57 million
Browns offseason checklist: Tear it all down
Shipping off arguably the most dominant defensive force in the NFL won’t be easy for the Browns, but they almost have no choice. This roster is in no position to compete for an AFC North title, and Garrett could decide to sit out games next season if his trade request
Bobby Wagner on staying with Commanders: We have unfinished business
Bobby Wagner could have hit free agency as one of the top insider linebackers available. Instead, he officially re-signed with Washington on Friday, staying on a one-year deal worth up to $9.5 million. Wagner said he never considered leaving. “I just love what we’re building here. I love the team.
Browns Owner Jimmy Haslam Declines Meeting With Myles Garrett
Myles Garrett‘s trade request came about in the wake of discussions over the Browns’ future. A renewed attempt to speak about the situation has led to the All-Pro meeting a roadblock. Garrett recently requested to meet in person with Browns owner Jimmy Haslam, who declined to do so, Tom Pelissero
Seahawks to send Geno Smith to Raiders
When quarterback Matthew Stafford decided to stick with the Rams, the Raiders were SOL when it came to their quarterback situation. Now, they’re apparently S-in-L. The Seahawks will be trading quarterback Geno Smith to the Raiders, according to NFL Network. In return, the Raiders will send a 2025 third-round pick
Lions LB to avoid free agency after striking new three-year deal
Derrick Barnes was on track for free agency, but that will no longer be the case. The fourth-year linebacker has agreed to remain in Detroit for the foreseeable future. Barnes and the Lions have a three-year deal in place, as first reported by ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The pact is worth
All signs point to Sam Darnold in Seattle
With Geno Smith set to be traded to the Raiders, the Seahawks need a new quarterback. It’s a pretty good bet that his name will be “Sam.” And not current backup Sam Howell, for whom the Seahawks traded a year ago. With Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold headed to free agency
RFA/ERFA Tender Decisions: 3/7/25
More teams made tender/non-tender decisions on restricted and exclusive rights free agents today. Here are the latest updates: RFAs Tendered: Carolina has tendered Mays with an original-round tender worth $3.26MM. A former sixth-round draft pick, the third-year center will be able field offers from the rest of the league. If
Report: Seahawks wanted Maxx Crosby, Raiders said he’s not available
It’s been a busy week for the Seahawks, and the Raiders. The former AFC West rivals (prior to 2002) did some business on Friday night, with quarterback Geno Smith being sent from Seattle to Las Vegas for a third-round pick. Albert Breer of SI.com has added a wrinkle to the
Raiders still have big QB questions even after Geno Smith trade
The Las Vegas Raiders were one of the teams most in need of a quarterback heading into the 2025 offseason, and they are working to fill that gap by striking a trade with the Seattle Seahawks for Geno Smith on Friday night. In exchange for Smith, the Raiders are sending
Christian Kirk promises the 2025 season will be his “best one yet”
Christian Kirk’s time in Jacksonville didn’t end the way he wanted. A season-ending collarbone fracture limited him to eight games and 27 catches. The Jaguars traded him to the Texans on Thursday, three years after he signed a four-year, $72 million contract with Jacksonville in free agency. He heads back
Chargers Releasing RB Gus Edwards
The reunion between running back Gus Edwards and Chargers offensive coordinator Greg Roman was a short-lived one as the team informed Edwards today that he would be released, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. This leaves Los Angeles without its top two rushers from 2024 as J.K. Dobbins‘s one-year deal expires next
Browns won’t tender edge James Houston
The Browns are not tendering pass rusher James Houston, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. Cleveland claimed Houston on Nov. 27 after the Lions waived him. He played only three games, seeing action on 25 defensive snaps and 11 on special teams, in his time with the Browns. Houston had
Seahawks moving on from Geno Smith, appear to have younger QB in mind
The NFL quarterback carousel is picking up its pace. Friday night, another domino fell, sending the free-agent pool into a frenzy. The Seattle Seahawks traded QB Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for a third-round pick at the 2025 NFL Draft. Smith will reunite with his former
Public records show North Carolina was “closely monitoring” whether Bill Belichick might make a quick exit
Remember when we reported nerves were frayed in North Carolina regarding the possibility that new Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick wasn’t long for Tobacco Road? Remember when Lombo, Esq. tweeted in response “not [sic] one is nervous other than this erronous [sic] report?” Here’s this, from the ESPN.com story regarding
Seahawks To Trade Geno Smith To Raiders
Rumored to be still looking into trades after the Matthew Stafford push failed, the Raiders have found a solution. Pete Carroll will be reuniting with a QB — just not via free agency. Rather than a Russell Wilson signing, the Raiders are trading for Geno Smith, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reports.
NFLPA issues statement of support for UFL players
As the UFL’s players continue to prepare for the 2025 season without a new labor deal, the NFL Players Association has posted a statement of support for their spring-league brethren. “We are proud to stand in solidarity with the players of the UFL as they fight for a contract ahead
Buccaneers LB to return for 14th NFL season
Like Bobby Wagner, Lavonte David is coming back for a 14th season. The Buccaneers are re-signing their standout linebacker, ESPN.com’s Jeremy Fowler reports. Tampa Bay and David are in agreement on another one-year deal; this one will be worth $10M, per Fowler. The all-time Bucs great will see $9M guaranteed on this
Report: Chargers to release RB Gus Edwards
The Chargers are not bringing back running back Gus Edwards. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Chargers have informed Edwards they will release him, making him a free agent. His impending release will save the Chargers $3.13 million of cap space, with a $1.125 million dead cap hit. The
Seahawks Pursuing QB Sam Darnold After Trading Geno Smith
With today’s decision to trade veteran quarterback Geno Smith to Las Vegas, the Seahawks have shifted their focus at the quarterback position. According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, Vikings pending free agent passer Sam Darnold is the new target to lead the offense in Seattle in 2025. Darnold’s market
Saints tender exclusive rights free agent Nephi Sewell
The Saints have tendered linebacker Nephi Sewell, John Hendrix of SI.com reports. Sewell is an exclusive rights free agent. He joined the Saints in 2022 as an undrafted rookie free agent out of Utah. Sewell was on the practice squad as a rookie, and, after signing a futures contract with
Ideal landing spots for top NFL free agents
Bosa is a Defensive Rookie of the Year winner, a five-time Pro Bowler and a four-time double-digit sack player, but he has played in only four playoff games in his nine-year career. The 29-year-old deserves to play on a Super Bowl contender for the first time, and his personality would