
Minor NFL Transactions: 5/19/25
Here are the latest minor moves from around the NFL: Buffalo Bills Signed: WR Kristian Wilkerson San Francisco 49ers Waived: DL Alex Barrett This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors


Derrick Henry won’t look too far ahead into future after extension
Superstar running back Derrick Henry has been in the NFL ever since the Tennessee Titans selected him in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He’s put a ton of tough miles on his body, and he’ll turn 32 toward the end of the 2025 NFL season. The Baltimore


Packers Sign Round 1 WR Matthew Golden
The Packers have not complete a rookie deal for a first-round wide receiver in 23 years, but as outgoing president Mark Murphy reminded ahead of the team’s Round 1 move in April, one was coming. That draft choice is now under contract. Matthew Golden agreed to terms on his rookie


Browns’ Deshaun Watson takes next step in injury recovery
Jimmy Haslam‘s admission on the 2022 Deshaun Watson trade could certainly be interpreted as the Browns closing the book on an expensive failure, and the team is now holding what appears to be a four-man derby for the starting job. This effort, which consists entirely of low-cost contracts, came about because


Browns’ Deshaun Watson Resumes Throwing
Jimmy Haslam‘s admission on the 2022 Deshaun Watson trade could certainly be interpreted as the Browns closing the book on an expensive failure, and the team is now holding what appears to be a four-man derby for the starting job. This effort, which consists entirely of low-cost contracts, came about


New language revealed in latest proposal to ban tush push
NFL owners are expected to vote this week on a potential ban of the tush-push play that has been made famous by the Philadelphia Eagles, and the previous proposal that was submitted has officially been revised. The Green Bay Packers submitted a proposal in March that called for a rule


Brock Purdy’s Camp Pushed For No-Trade Clause, Favorable Guarantee Structure
Deviating from their usual extension timelines, the 49ers now have George Kittle, Brock Purdy and Fred Warner signed with nearly two May weeks remaining. This certainly differs from how the Kyle Shanahan–John Lynch regime has handled high-profile negotiations in the past. The most notable of these extensions certainly went to


Aaron Donald answers whether he would consider NFL comeback
Aaron Donald was at the peak of his game when he decided to retire following the 2023 season, which is why many have wondered if the former Los Angeles Rams star will get the itch to make a comeback. It sounds like there is almost no chance of that happening.


Browns Not Planning QB Trade; Kenny Pickett Frontrunner For Starting Gig?
Since the Browns used a selection during the second and third days of the draft on a quarterback, questions have lingered about how they will sort out the position in 2025. Plenty of time remains for things to change on that front, but a few early indications have emerged. Rookies Dillon


Shedeur Sanders’ rookie signing bonus has been revealed
Shedeur Sanders has officially signed his rookie contract with the Cleveland Browns, and we now know how much he will be entitled to earn. Sanders agreed to a four-year, $4.6 million deal with Cleveland on Monday, according to multiple reports. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network revealed that Sanders will receive


49ers, Fred Warner Agree To Extension
Talks with Fred Warner have indeed resulted in an extension agreement. The 49ers have come to terms with the All-Pro linebacker on another lucrative deal. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports team and player have agreed to a three-year extension. The pact is worth $63MM in total and includes $56MM in guarantees.


Kansas City Chiefs’ 2025 schedule analysis
Circle the date: Sept. 14 vs. Philadelphia Eagles (Week 2)|The Eagles crushed the Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. How will the Chiefs fare in the rematch? Kansas City, which has hoisted two Lombardi Trophies over the past three seasons, has split its last two Super Bowl


Chargers, First-Round RB Omarion Hampton Agree To Deal
Omarion Hampton is the latest first-round pick from last month’s draft to agree to terms on their rookie deal. The Chargers’ top pick is on the books, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports. The move is now official, per a team announcement. As Schultz notes, Hampton’s four-year pact is worth $17.77MM.


Broncos 2025 schedule analysis: Circle the date, easiest, toughest stretches
Circle the date: Sept. 29 vs. Cincinnati Bengals (Week 4)| Last season, the Broncos lost to the Bengals 30-24 in overtime on the road in Week 17. Denver will aim to get revenge in the rematch at home on “Monday Night Football.” One key reason Denver couldn’t beat the Bengals was


CB Damon Arnette Drawing NFL Interest
Damon Arnette‘s last NFL action came in 2021, and a number of legal issues since then appeared to close the door to a return. The corner has spent this spring in the UFL, though, and his performances have led to interest from NFL suitors. Arnette was cut by the Raiders


How Jared Goff impacted 49ers’ negotiations with Brock Purdy
The San Francisco 49ers and starting quarterback Brock Purdy recently agreed to a five-year, $265M contract extension that includes $181M in guarantees. For an article published on Monday, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated shared how Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff receiving a four-year extension that included $170M guaranteed and


Steelers Informed Mason Rudolph Of QB Plan During Free Agency
Once it became clear neither Justin Fields nor Russell Wilson would return to the Steelers in 2025, the team pivoted to other options at the quarterback spot. One of those was a reunion with Mason Rudolph. The former third-rounder drew interest from the Giants in free agency, but before a visit could be


Insider updates prediction for when Aaron Rodgers signs with Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger is among those who believe the club needs to convince quarterback Aaron Rodgers to sign a contract to be its 2025 Week 1 starter before the organized team activities portion of Pittsburgh’s offseason gets underway on May 27. During Monday’s edition of the “Pro Football Talk Live”


Bengals Hosting DT Montravius Adams
Montravius Adams saw his tenure with the Steelers come to an end last month. The veteran defensive tackle may be able to remain in the AFC North for 2025, however. Adams is visiting the Bengals today, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. The 29-year-old joined the Steelers midway through the 2021 campaign and


Eagles extend head coach Nick Sirianni
The Super Bowl champions will have continuity on the sidelines for years to come. The Eagles announced on Monday that head coach Nick Sirianni has agreed to an extension. “Nick has embodied everything we were looking for in a head coach since we hired him four years ago,” a statement


Eagles Extend HC Nick Sirianni
The Super Bowl champions will have continuity on the sidelines for years to come. The Eagles announced on Monday that head coach Nick Sirianni has agreed to an extension. “Nick has embodied everything we were looking for in a head coach since we hired him four years ago,” a statement from


Eagles forced to navigate historically challenging schedule in SB repeat bid
The Philadelphia Eagles officially have a roadmap to their Super Bowl title defense. With the NFL schedule being released, Philadelphia knows what 2025 opponents await them on a schedule that looks daunting on paper. After thrashing the Kansas City Chiefs to win Super Bowl LIX, the Eagles will be battle-tested in


Eagles To Bring Back Joe Douglas
Joe Douglas saw his tenure as the Jets’ general manager come to an end midway through the campaign. The veteran executive will be back in a familiar place for 2025, though. Douglas is returning to the Eagles, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. He will do so in a


New England Patriots’ 2025 NFL schedule analysis
Next is a trip to Baltimore to play the AFC North champion Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Thanks to 1,921 yards from running back Derrick Henry and a career-high 4,172 yards from quarterback Lamar Jackson, the Ravens averaged a league-high 424.9 yards per game last season, a number that could


49ers, LB Fred Warner Nearing Extension
In an offseason which has seen a number of defensive departures in particular, the 49ers have managed to keep a pair of key contributors on the other side of the ball in place well beyond 2025. Tight end George Kittle, and shortly thereafter, quarterback Brock Purdy have signed long-term extensions this


Cardinals legend willing to mentor Harrison after inconsistent rookie season
Perhaps the biggest storyline hovering over the Arizona Cardinals heading into training camp involves questions about whether or not wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will enjoy a breakout second pro season after the fourth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft endured somewhat of a disappointing rookie campaign. While speaking at


The ‘NFL quarterbacks with the most career rushing yards’ quiz
Happy 76th birthday to the patriarch of football’s “royal family,” Archie Manning! While Archie had an unremarkable career of his own with a 35-101-3 record in 151 games and just 125 touchdowns to 173 interceptions from 1971-84, his impact on the game is still felt today — with four Super


Why Saints may not find possible QB answer from Browns
Almost immediately after New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr confirmed earlier in May that he was retiring due to reasons related to a significant shoulder injury, some wondered if New Orleans would reach out to the Cleveland Browns about a possible trade for either Joe Flacco or former Pittsburgh Steelers starter


Major detail emerges about Brock Purdy’s new contract extension
The San Francisco 49ers are really hitching their wagon to Brock Purdy, even beyond just their large-scale financial commitment. Purdy’s new contract extension with the 49ers reportedly comes with a very interesting and noteworthy detail. It contains a full no-trade clause for Purdy, according to a report by Mike Garafolo


Saints plan to play No. 9 pick Kelvin Banks Jr. at multiple positions
The Saints are planning to play No. 9 pick Kelvin Banks Jr. at multiple offensive line positions this summer as the team’s coaching staff determines his best fit in the NFL. Banks played exclusively left tackle for the last six years (three in high school, three at Texas) with zero


Saints Exploring Versatility Of No. 9 Pick Kelvin Banks Jr.
The Saints are planning to play No. 9 pick Kelvin Banks Jr. at multiple offensive line positions this summer as the team’s coaching staff determines his best fit in the NFL. Banks played exclusively left tackle for the last six years (three in high school, three at Texas) with zero


Drew Brees gives interesting take on Saints’ QB situation
Former New Orleans Saints and future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees recently gave his thoughts on the Saints having drafted Louisville QB Tyler Shough in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Brees participated in an interview at the opening of Surge Entertainment in Metarie, Louisiana and he conveyed


Buccaneers Rookie CB Benjamin Morrison Expected To Be Ready For Training Camp
Buccaneers rookie cornerback Benjamin Morrison is expected to be ready for training camp after missing most of the 2024 season due to a hip injury. Morrison underwent surgery last October after sustaining a hip labral tear, sidelining him for much of the pre-draft process. He didn’t participate in the Combine


New York Jets’ 2025 NFL schedule analysis
The 2025 NFL regular season schedule has been released, and per NFL research, New York has the seventh-easiest schedule with opponents holding a .460 win percentage in 2024. Here’s what stands out about this year’s schedule: Toughest stretch | Week 2 through Week 4 After opening the regular season against


Vote On Revised ‘Tush Push’ Ban Expected Next Week
The Packers’ crusade to ban the tush push will continue next week when NFL owners gather in Minneapolis, according to Mark Maske of The Washington Post. Green Bay proposed the rule change ahead of the last league meetings in Florida at the end of March, but it was tabled due


Raiders should consider adding this WR before training camp
Keenan Allen would be a good fit for the Las Vegas Raiders if the team decides to add another wide receiver. Granted, the Raiders selected three wide receivers in the 2025 NFL Draft in Jack Bech (second round, 58th overall), Dont’e Thornton Jr. (fourth round, 108th overall) and Tommy Mellott


Giants, Falcons, Vikings, Rams, Eagles
As is common in the wake of the 2025 NFL Draft, several NFL teams have been making updates to their front offices. One of the latest such teams to do so is the Giants, who made a number of changes to their scouting staff recently. According to Dan Duggan of


AFC West Rumors: OL, Simmons, Carroll, Singleton
Bradley Bozeman has been a starting center in the NFL for most of the past four seasons. He has never graded out as one of the NFL’s best centers, though, per Pro Football Focus (subscription required), so the Chargers are starting to experiment with lining former first-round pick Zion Johnson


NFC East Rumors: Giants, Overshown, VanSumeren, Strahan
The Athletic beat writer Charlotte Carroll was astute to notice that someone other than head coach Brian Daboll was calling plays at Giants minicamp recently. This report was confirmed when SportsNet New York’s Connor Hughes saw assistant head coach and offensive coordinator Mike Kafka calling plays for the second day


Washington Commanders’ 2025 NFL schedule analysis
The 2025 NFL regular season schedule has been released. The Washington Commanders have the eighth-toughest schedule per NFL research, but the easiest slate among NFC East teams. Here’s what stands out about the schedule. Toughest stretch | Weeks 16 through 18 Division games are always tough, but the schedule makers


Buccaneers Make Changes In Front Office
The immediate few weeks following the NFL draft is usually an active time for staffing changes in the front offices of NFL organizations. The Buccaneers are the latest example of this as they announced some promotions and departures earlier this week. The team already announced a new assistant general manager


Aaron Rodgers’ biographer makes bold prediction about QB’s future
Rodgers’ biographer, Ian O’Connor, recently appeared on 93.7 The Fan’s “The PM Team” and predicted the 41-year-old would put pen to paper by the end of May (h/t Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk). Although he declined to disclose the personal issues that Rodgers himself has cited for his delay


Aaron Rodgers To Sign With Steelers By End Of May?
It has long seemed like a foregone conclusion that, assuming Aaron Rodgers chooses to play in 2025, he will suit up for the Steelers. A report from earlier this week indicated Pittsburgh was still optimistic it would get a deal done with the future Hall of Famer, and signs continue


Colts DE Samson Ebukam Expects To Be Cleared For Training Camp
Colts DE Samson Ebukam is entering a contract year, and fortunately for player and team, it appears he will be on the field when training camp begins in July. Per Mike Chappell of Fox 59, Ebukam expects to be medically cleared in time for camp. Ebukam paced the Colts with


Seahawks GM Discusses D.K. Metcalf Trade
In March, the Steelers and Seahawks swung a blockbuster trade in which Seattle sent two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver D.K. Metcalf to Pittsburgh in exchange for a package headlined by a second-round pick. The Steelers and Metcalf hammered out a lucrative extension upon completion of the trade, a transaction that


Giants, Dart, Sanders, Steelers, Broncos, Alexander
The Giants, heavily connected to Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders throughout the pre-draft process, used the No. 3 overall in last month’s draft – a pick once seemingly ticketed for Sanders – on Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter. The club ultimately got the player it hopes will become its franchise


Quinn Ewers scores historic payday for seventh-round pick
Quinn Ewers has already landed a huge paycheck before even throwing his first pass as a pro. Ewers was a seventh-round selection for the Miami Dolphins, who snagged the Texas quarterback in April’s NFL Draft with the 231st overall pick. While Ewers was the 13th QB selected in the draft,


Cowboys Unlikely To Make Further RB Additions
Rico Dowdle‘s departure in free agency will leave the Cowboys without their leading rusher from 2024 next season. A number of moves have been made this spring which were aimed at improving the team’s ground game, though. In March, Dallas made it clear Dowdle would not be retained when Javonte Williams and Miles


Browns veteran has message for NFL over disrespectful move
The NFL has determined that the Cleveland Browns are a team most fans will not have interest in watching during the 2025 season, and veteran defensive tackle Shelby Harris recently delivered a message to the league about that. The Browns do not have a single prime-time game on their schedule


Pete Carroll Addresses Seahawks Departure
Shortly after the 2023 season ended, Pete Carroll made it clear he intended to spend at least one more year as the Seahawks’ head coach. That did not prove to be the case, however, with the organization electing to move in a different direction. Just two days after Carroll publicly stated his