Bills release P Sam Martin
Buffalo is moving on from its veteran punter. The Bills have released Sam Martin, the club announced on Thursday. Martin was about to enter the last year of his contract. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media noted the club had discussions with Martin about revising his deal to keep him in
Jaguars, Texans Agree To Christian Kirk Trade
Christian Kirk will not be released after all. The Jaguars are moving on from the veteran wideout, but they will do so via trade instead. Kirk is heading to the Texans, as first reported by Dianna Russini of The Athletic. Houston will send Jacksonville a 2026 seventh-round pick, she adds. Kirk
Louisville QB Tyler Shough has pre-draft visit with Steelers
The Steelers have a big need at quarterback, and they’re beginning the process of evaluating potential draft picks at the most important position. Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough is making a pre-draft visit with the Steelers today. The 25-year-old Shough, who spent seven years in college football, told PFT Live at
Watson’s contract restructure gives Browns room to find 2025 QB
On Thursday, the Browns moved under the 2025 salary cap when they restructured quarterback Deshaun Watson‘s contract. Now, they must find a quarterback with their savings. ESPN NFL insider Field Yates reported that Cleveland shaved roughly $36 million off Watson’s 2025 cap number with the restructure. Watson entered Thursday with
John Schneider: Seahawks are talking to “a ton of teams” about a D.K. Metcalf trade
On Wednesday, word emerged that Seahawks receiver D.K. Metcalf wants to be traded — and that the team will explore it. On Thursday, G.M. John Schneider confirmed the situation during an appearance on Seattle Sports 710. “Everything is in a cordial, professional place,” Schneider said, via Brady Henderson of ESPN.com.
49ers Interested In Joey Bosa
The Chargers gave Joey Bosa a pay cut last year, but the sides did not work out another such arrangement. As a result, Bosa has become a high-profile free agent. As the Chargers already announced the cut, Bosa can sign before the legal tampering period begins. One obvious suitor looms
Seahawks were “very disappointed” the D.K. Metcalf news landed on Tyler Lockett’s day
Wednesday was supposed to be Tyler Lockett Day in Seattle. It instead became D.K. Metcalf Could Be Traded Day. And the Seahawks weren’t thrilled about it. G.M. John Schneider told Seattle Sports 710 on Thursday that they weren’t thrilled the Metcalf news overpowered the end of Lockett’s 10-year run in
The ‘Active NFL players with the most sacks in a season’ quiz
After experiencing just one winning season in six years with the Las Vegas Raiders, most people wouldn’t have blamed Maxx Crosby for looking towards greener pastures. But the Raiders made the pastures plenty green in Sin City, signing the four-time All-Pro pass rusher to a three year, $106.5 million contract
The 49ers are the betting favorites to land Joey Bosa
Joey Bose officially became a free agent on Thursday. He can sign with any team, at any time. The folks at DraftKings have installed the 49ers as the betting favorite to unite Bosa with his younger brother, Nick. The odds at +220. Next on the list is the team that
Texans To Re-Sign Kurt Hinish; Latest On Team’s DL Plans
The Texans’ defensive line could feature a number of different faces in the near future. At least one in-house option will be back for 2025, however. Kurt Hinish has agreed to a one-year deal to remain in Houston, Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 reports. The contract has a base value of $1.8MM,
Report: UFL players were threatened with release if they boycott the league’s media days
The UFL’s players continue to be unhappy with their financial situation. And the UFL reportedly isn’t happy with the players’ potential strategies for pushing back. Last night, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reported that players were threatened with release, if they boycott the UFL’s media days on Thursday and Friday. The
Commanders re-sign 10-time Pro Bowler
The Washington Commanders are bringing back one of the anchors of their defense as they look to replicate their success from 2024. Veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner agreed to a new one-year deal with the Commanders on Thursday, according to Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Media. Wagner will earn
Todd Monken: Lamar Jackson still just scratching the surface
Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken signed a contract extension earlier this year and the chance to continue working with quarterback Lamar Jackson is one of the reasons he’s sticking around Baltimore. Jackson didn’t wind up being voted the league’s MVP for the third time in 2024, but the 2023 MVP
Broncos Fire Michael Wilhoite, Add Todd Davis To Staff
Michael Wilhoite‘s recent arrest will lead to his dismissal. The Broncos fired their two-year outside linebackers coach, 9News’ Mike Klis reports. A former NFL linebacker, Wilhoite had also been on the Saints’ staff under Sean Payton. The team announced the firing, which comes after an arrest for suspicion of second-degree
DT Kurt Hinish re-signs with the Texans
The Texans re-signed defensive tackle Kurt Hinish to a one-year, $1.8 million deal, Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports. The deal has a maximum value of $2.35 million. Hinish, 25, was scheduled to become a restricted free agent next week. The Texans didn’t tender him but instead re-signed him for less
Packers should pass on signing five-time Pro Bowl defender
Joey Bosa is a big name based on his reputation alone. There’s also the fact that he’s the brother of Nick Bosa, who has averaged 13 sacks a season since he was drafted No. 2 overall by the San Francisco 49ers in 2019. Joey did it first, of course. He
Tommy DeVito will re-sign with Giants
The Giants are trying to chart a better course at the quarterback position in 2025, but there will be at least one reminder of the bad old days on the roster when they get back to work in the spring. Art Stapleton of NorthJersey.com reports that Tommy DeVito will sign
Falcons Re-Sign LS Liam McCullough; Team Will Not Tender RFAs Dee Alford, Nathan Landman
This year’s salary cap spike left the low-end RFA tender north of $3MM. Some teams are passing on paying role players that salary. The Falcons are among them. Atlanta is not tendering RFAs Dee Alford and Nathan Landman, according to Fox Sports’ Greg Auman. The low-end tender will cost $3.26MM,
Saints announce 2025 coaching staff
The Saints have announced their full coaching staff for the 2025 season. The team got a late start on putting together the staff because they had to wait for new head coach Kellen Moore to finish his duties as the Eagles’ offensive coordinator before he could officially be hired in
Jaguars’ latest move makes WR Brian Thomas Jr. even more important to offense
The decision to release Engram came a day after the team announced it planned to release wide receiver Christian Kirk, whose $24.089 million 2025 cap number was Jacksonville’s highest. However, instead, the Jaguars agreed to send Kirk to the division-rival Texans for a 2026 seventh-round pick. The transactions leave Jacksonville
Colts release DT Raekwon Davis
Indianapolis has moved on from one of their role players on defense. The Colts announced on Thursday that the club has released defensive tackle Raekwon Davis. Davis, 27, appeared in all 17 games for Indianapolis in 2024, playing 30 percent of defensive snaps and 10 percent of special teams snaps.
Bengals Receiving Calls On Tee Higgins
In a rather complex position as the 2024 league year winds down, the Bengals appear to have established their priority regarding their extension candidates. Tee Higgins, who had previously been expected to depart in 2025, has taken the spot behind Ja’Marr Chase. Trey Hendrickson is now talking to other teams
Jaguars to cut TE Evan Engram, WR Josh Reynolds, WR Devin Duvernay, CB Ronald Darby
The Jaguars are releasing four players after trading wide receiver Christian Kirk earlier Thursday, as they continue to clear cap space. The team will cut wide receiver Devin Duvernay and cornerback Ronald Darby, NFL Media reports. Michael DiRocco of ESPN reports that tight end Evan Engram also is on his
Will this five-time Pro Bowl WR land with Broncos in free agency?
Don’t be surprised if the Denver Broncos add a veteran to their receiving corps when free agency starts on Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET. In his free-agent predictions published Thursday, The Athletic’s Mike Jones had the Broncos signing wide receiver Amari Cooper. “The Broncos badly want a veteran wide receiver
As new stadium costs rise, Bills seek exception to NFL debt limit
When it comes to NFL stadium construction, there are two basic truths. One, teams rarely will pay for the facilities by themselves. Two, the final price is always higher than the estimated price. In Buffalo, the initial number of $1.4 million has spiked, via Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal,
Seahawks Would Want D.K. Metcalf Trade Done By Draft
If the Seahawks are to move D.K. Metcalf, they may not be too interested in 2026 draft choices. John Schneider said Thursday he would want a trade done by the draft. Stopping short of saying Metcalf will be traded, the 16th-year Seattle GM said during an appearance on Seattle Sports
Commanders re-sign LB Bobby Wagner
The Commanders are re-signing linebacker Bobby Wagner to a one-year deal worth up to $9.5 million with $8 million guaranteed, NFL Media reports. Wagner ranks 29th on PFT’s top-100 free agents list. He becomes the second off-ball linebacker to re-sign after Zack Baun re-upped with the Eagles. Dre Greenlaw, Nick
Giants re-sign polarizing backup QB
The New York Giants will have at least one quarterback on their roster entering the new league year, just not the one most fans hoped for. Per NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo, the Giants have re-signed third-string signal-caller Tommy DeVito. The New Jersey native and his Italian heritage-inspired touchdown celebration became
Falcons sign LS Liam McCullough to four-year extension
The Falcons have locked up their long snapper for four more years. The team announced on Thursday that they have signed Liam McCullough to a contract extension. They did not disclose any terms other than the length of the pact. McCullough joined the Falcons and has appeared in every game
Jaguars To Release TE Evan Engram, WR Devin Duvernay
A Jacksonville skill-position purge will continue with two more veterans. Following the team’s intra-division Christian Kirk trade, Evan Engram and Devin Duvernay are also out. The Jags are releasing the veteran tight end and All-Pro return man, ESPN.com’s Michael DiRocco and NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero respectively report. One season remained on
Broncos announce new additions, title changes to coaching staff
Broncos head coach Sean Payton’s staff for the 2025 season has been finalized. There will be eight new coaches in Denver, including special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi. Rizzi’s addition was reported earlier in the offseason and the Broncos officially announced that they’ve also hired assistant offensive line coach Chris Morgan,
Three potential landing spots for Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson
The Cincinnati Bengals made a rare move Thursday, granting star defensive end Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade after four seasons with the team. “It’s been an honor and privilege to represent Cincinnati over the last four years,” Hendrickson said (h/t ESPN’s Adam Schefter). “I love this city and
Joey Bosa now a free agent after Chargers officially release him Thursday
The Chargers announced Wednesday they were releasing edge rusher Joey Bosa. They made it official Thursday. Bosa’s release was on the NFL’s transaction report. That gives him a head start on free agency, and he’s expected to have a robust market. Bosa could end up joining his brother, Nick, in
Colts Release DT Raekwon Davis
Instead of playing out the final year of his Colts contract, Raekwon Davis will immediately reach free agency. The veteran defensive tackle was released on Thursday, per a team announcement. The move comes as little surprise. Davis was due $6.49MM in 2025, but none of his base salary for the season was
Jaguars trade WR Christian Kirk to the Texans
The Jaguars were planning to release wide receiver Christian Kirk, but they found a trade partner, according to Diana Russini of TheAthletic.com. Never mind that it’s a division rival. The Jaguars will get a 2026 seventh-round pick that originally belonged to the Rams. The trade will become official Tuesday. Kirk
Under-the-radar trade destinations for DK Metcalf
With reports suggesting Seahawks star wide receiver DK Metcalf has been granted permission to seek a trade, there should be no shortage teams interested in the two-time Pro Bowler. Metcalf, 27, is now the latest wide receiver possibly on the move in an offseason full of teams looking to add
Report: Falcons won’t tender restricted free agent Dee Alford
The Falcons will not tender restricted free agent Dee Alford, Greg Auman of TheAthletic.com reports. Alford now is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent next week until the Falcons re-sign him first. Alford could return to Atlanta on a deal that’s less than the tender, per Auman. The tender
Bengals Grant Trey Hendrickson Permission To Seek Trade
Last offseason, Trey Hendrickson asked for a trade in the wake of his extension efforts falling short. The Bengals kept him in place and still wish to do so, but this time he will be able to gauge his market. The 2024 sack leader has been given permission to seek a trade,
Bengals grant Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade
The NFL’s 2024 sack leader could be on the move in the coming weeks. According to multiple reports, the Bengals have given edge rusher Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade. “It’s been an honor and privilege to represent Cincinnati over the last four years,” Hendrickson said, via Adam Schefter
Steelers offseason checklist: Justin Fields or Russell Wilson?
The most impactful decision facing the Steelers this offseason is whether to re-sign Fields or Russell Wilson or completely hit the reset button at quarterback. Considering Fields is the cheaper option with more upside, he should get the nod over Wilson. Remember, Fields went 4-2 in his six starts with
New Maxx Crosby deal came together very quickly
At a time when the Cowboys routinely dig in their spurs when it comes to re-signing their core players, the Raiders have shown them how it’s done. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the new contract for star pass rusher Maxx Crosby came together very quickly, literally in
Bears Re-Sign CB Josh Blackwell
The Bears’ special teams units will include a number of familiar faces in 2025. Linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga has a deal in place to remain with the team, and the same is also true of cornerback Josh Blackwell. The latter was a restricted free agent, but the team announced on Thursday he has
Inside the new Maxx Crosby deal
If the Raiders had a few more Maxx Crosbys, they’d be in serious contention every year. Which means they’re not about to lose the only Maxx Crosby they have. When Crosby visited with us four weeks ago at the Super Bowl, he seemed to be at least entertaining the question
Former WR says Roethlisberger has selfish reason to support Fields
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger raised eyebrows when he said on a recent episode of his podcast he feels the club should re-sign backup quarterback Justin Fields over 2024 first-choice starter Russell Wilson this offseason. During Thursday’s edition of FS1’s “The Facility” program, former NFL wide receiver James Jones offered quite an
Latest Deshaun Watson restructuring leaves $135 million in cap charges for future years
When it comes to arguably the single-worst transaction in NFL history, the Browns keep kicking the salary-cap can. They’ve kicked it so frequently that, through 2025 (the fourth year of the deal), the Browns will have absorbed only 41.1 of the total cap dollars in the contract. The numbers don’t
Commanders Re-Sign K Zane Gonzalez
Zane Gonzalez closed out the campaign with the Commanders, and his performance during that period has earned him an extended stay in the nation’s capital. The veteran kicker was re-signed on Thursday, per a team announcement. Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post reports this will be a one-year deal worth the
Commanders re-sign K Zane Gonzalez
The Commanders will retain at least one of their kickers heading into 2025. Washington announced on Thursday that the club has re-signed Zane Gonzalez. Gonzalez, 29, joined the club midway through 2024, first on the practice squad and then on the active roster. He appeared in six regular-season games, making
Former NFL exec weighs in on Browns’ stance on trading Myles Garrett
Per Andrew Elmquist of Browns Nation, NFL Media’s Rich Eisen became the latest person to repeat a popular claim about the Cleveland Browns’ stance regarding Myles Garrett. Eisen said during this past Monday’s edition of his radio program that the Browns “truly have zero interest in trading” the wantaway pass-rusher.
Les Snead: Finding the right, next QB is easier said than done
Quarterback Matthew Stafford will be back with the Rams in 2025. But beyond that, the future isn’t so clear for Los Angeles and the 37-year-old quarterback. Stafford, the No. 1 pick of the 2009 draft, is in the latter stages of his career. And at some point, the Rams know
Vikings Extend S Theo Jackson
The safety position has been a talking point for the Vikings this offseason. As free agency approaches, the long-term future of one contributor at the position has been assured. Theo Jackson has agreed to a two-year extension, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports. The pact – which has since been announced
















































