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The latest salary cap projection arrived in December, hinting at a modest increase. As it turns out, that update undersold where the NFL’s 2025 salary ceiling will check in. That projection pointed to the 2025 cap falling between $265M-$275M, but ESPN.com’s Dan Graziano indicates a boom beyond $280M is now

For a piece published Tuesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic wrote that Seattle Seahawks veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett could soon become a salary-cap casualty largely because “Lockett’s 2025 cap number is scheduled to be the league’s fourth-highest among receivers.” On Wednesday, Seahawks reporter Brady Henderson of ESPN shared why

Several top safeties will be available in the 2025 NFL Draft, and it figures the Las Vegas Raiders will be busy adding a safety or two.  After all, the Raiders have a problem on their hands with their free agents in Tre’von Moehrig and Marcus Epps, who was sidelined for

For the most part, NFL Draft experts have predicted that Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Colorado signal-caller Shedeur Sanders will, at worst, both be top-10 picks as part of a class that allegedly isn’t filled with first-round talents at the position.  However, NFL Media draft analyst Eric Edholm mentioned for

The Philadelphia Eagles may hope to retain their star offensive lineman after helping them achieve a Super Bowl victory in 2025. Mekhi Becton, who’s played most of his snaps at right guard for the Eagles since joining the team on a one-year contract last April, will enter free agency when

During the 2024 regular season, the Philadelphia Eagles boasted the No. 1 ranked defense in the NFL, finishing with the fewest total yards and passing yards allowed. Behind the stellar play of All-Pros Jalen Carter and Zack Baun, as well as DROY finalists Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the Eagles

Ronnie Stanley put together the healthiest season of his career in 2024, rebuilding his value after length absences over the previous four seasons just in time to hit free agency. The Ravens, however, may not let him reach the open market. Re-signing the veteran left tackle will be a “priority”

It seems Travis Kelce is still wavering about his future.  The Athletic’s Nate Taylor and Cale Clinton recently reported the Kansas City Chiefs want to know whether the tight end will retire “around March 14.” Kansas City specified this date because Kelce’s $11.5M roster bonus activates on March 15. In

As the Saints showed interest in multiple Eagles staffers for Kellen Moore‘s new OC, Philadelphia will protect one via promotion. Kevin Patullo will replace Moore as OC, NFL.com’s Mike Garafolo reports. The Super Bowl champions have since announced the move. A true Eagles OC search does not look to have

The Chiefs’ issues blocking a dialed-in Eagles pass rush in Super Bowl LIX figure to also work against them in free agency. Philadelphia’s dominant victory highlighted the importance of quality offensive linemen, and one of Kansas City’s three Pro Bowlers will be paid as such soon. An expectation that the

February 19th, 2025 at 7:57pm CST by Ben Levine One minor move to pass along: Baltimore Ravens Keith Kirkwood spent the entire 2024 campaign on Baltimore’s practice squad, but the WR still brings plenty of experience to the roster. The former UDFA has appeared in 31 games in stints with

Ja’Marr Chase was already expected to reset the wide receiver market when he inks his next contract. However, it’s sounding like the Bengals star could soar past the field. According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, Chase is expected to command at least $40M per year on his next deal.

Ja’Marr Chase was already expected to reset the wide receiver market when he inks his next contract. However, it’s sounding like the Bengals star could soar past the field. [RELATED: Bengals Seeking Long-Term Deal For Ja’Marr Chase] According to Jordan Schultz of FOX Sports, Chase is expected to command at

The Los Angeles Chargers could make a tough decision with former No. 3 overall pick Joey Bosa this offseason. ESPN’s Dan Graziano published an article on Wednesday that discussed all 32 NFL teams’ salary cap situations. In the section about the Chargers, the Graziano reported that people believe the AFC

There will be a pair of notable votes during this year’s owners meetings. As Ben Volin of the Boston Globe writes, the league is considering expanding replay assist and formalizing the “dynamic” kickoff. The NFL expanded their replay assist process last offseason. Previously, replay officials only had the authority to

Arguably, no team benefited more from the NFL’s increased salary cap than the Cincinnati Bengals.  On Wednesday, ESPN’s Dan Graziano tweeted the league’s 2025 salary cap is expected to fall somewhere between $277.5M and $281.5M, up from $255.4M in 2024.  “The continued rise of the salary cap should make it

A popular talking point ahead of free agency has centered around this year’s quarterback options — both in terms of veteran FAs and the rookie crop — not being overly impressive. If the Vikings use the franchise tag to keep Sam Darnold off the market, the top prize would be

Sione Takitaki will need to find a third team in three years. The Patriots announced Wednesday they have moved on from the 2024 free-agency addition. The former Browns draftee signed a two-year, $6.65M deal with the Pats in 2024. Now, his release will expand the Patriots’ cap-space lead on the

Following a breakout 2023 campaign, Will Fries was looking to build on his momentum ahead of his impending free agency. Naturally, things didn’t go as planned, as the Colts offensive lineman suffered a fractured right tibia in Week 5 that ended his 2024 season prematurely. The 26-year-old doesn’t only have

Offensive guard Trey Smith was the popular candidate to receive either the franchise or transition tag by Kansas City.  However, this news eviscerates that, as the former 2021 sixth-round pick is expected to reset the market, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. “The Chiefs would love to sign Smith but know

As the Steelers navigate their quarterback options ahead of the offseason, there’s been an increasing sentiment that they prefer to keep Justin Fields over Russell Wilson. If that’s the case, then the organization may be in luck, as it sounds like the free agent is also interested in sticking with

Adam Butler is a big reason why the Las Vegas Raiders defensive line was decent in the 2024 NFL season. He had moments in the game when he made big stops against the run and even got to the quarterback. Despite the 4-13 record, Butler hopes to continue to wear

The 2025 GM carousel has spun for several weeks, but the Jaguars have been doing the only work here for the past few. Nearly a month after firing Trent Baalke during their coaching search, the Jags are winding down their process. As second interviews have begun, one name has jumped

The 2025 GM carousel has spun for several weeks, but the Jaguars have been doing the only work here for the past few. Nearly a month after firing Trent Baalke during their coaching search, the Jags are winding down their process. As second interviews have begun, one name has jumped out. Bears assistant

Sione Takitaki will need to find a third team in three years. The Patriots announced Wednesday they have moved on from the 2024 free agency addition. The former Browns draftee signed a two-year, $6.65MM deal with the Pats in 2024. Now, his release will expand the Patriots’ cap-space lead on

It was reported earlier this week that Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford “wants to remain in Los Angeles and play for” head coach Sean McVay amid rumors claiming the Rams could trade Stafford since he has no guaranteed money left on his contract. There is yet another sign that Stafford won’t be

The Chiefs’ issues blocking a dialed-in Eagles pass rush in Super Bowl LIX figure to work against them in free agency as well. Philadelphia’s dominant victory highlighted the importance of quality offensive linemen, and one of Kansas City’s three Pro Bowlers will be paid as such soon. An expectation the

As the Saints showed interest in multiple Eagles staffers for Kellen Moore‘s new OC, Philadelphia will protect one via promotion. Kevin Patullo will replace Moore as OC, NFL.com’s Mike Garafolo reports. A true Eagles OC search does not look to have transpired, pointing to the team’s confidence in Patullo. While the Eagles’

A gun incident involving Jameson Williams produced an internal police review in Detroit, but no charge ended up surfacing in connection with the fall development. That still left the blossoming wide receiver open to an NFL suspension, but he is in the clear there now as well. Williams will not

Now that the Jets are preparing to move on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers, is there any reason to keep his two favorite receivers? Not according to NFL Network’s Matt Okada. Rodgers arrived with the Jets via a trade with the Packers in April of 2023, six weeks after the team

The latest salary cap projection arrived in December, hinting at a modest increase. As it turns out, that update undersold where the NFL’s 2025 salary ceiling will check in. That projected pointed to the 2025 cap falling between $265-$275MM, but ESPN.com’s Dan Graziano indicates a boom beyond $280MM is now

One potentially significant free-agent wide receiver might be off the board weeks before free agency begins. On Wednesday, NFL.com reported that Bucs wide receiver Chris Godwin, who will be an unrestricted free agent in March, agreed with the organization to set a new date for when his contract officially voids.

The Dolphins are not expected to place the franchise or transition tag on Jevon Holland, according to NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe, setting him up to be one of the top safeties on the free agent market. The franchise tag for safeties is projected to be $19.6MM, and the transition tag

Regardless of how Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis tries to improve this offseason, his employer could look to acquire multiple noteworthy players at the position from the start of the new league year on March 12 through the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft.  For a piece published on

The NFL is officially returning to Brazil in 2025. The Eagles and the Packers squared off at São Paulo’s Arena Corinthians in 2024, and the Chargers are set to host another regular season game there in 2025, per a team announcement. Earlier reports indicated that the NFL was in talks

A Baltimore Ravens side that failed to advance past the divisional round of the most recent postseason tournament needs to free up some salary-cap space with the new league year set to open on March 12.  For a piece published Wednesday, Ravens insider Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic explained why

Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback Russell Wilson and backup Justin Fields remain on track to reach free agency when the new league year opens on March 12 amid many rumors regarding their futures.  During Tuesday’s edition of FS1’s “The Herd with Colin Cowherd” program, former NFL signal-caller and current analyst Brady

Per multiple in-the-know reporters, the Minnesota Vikings seem prepared to let quarterback Sam Darnold reach free agency in March even though he recently guided the club to 14 regular-season wins as 2024 first-round draft pick J.J. McCarthy recovered from the full meniscus repair that cost him his rookie campaign. During

Less than a week after a shocking rumor surfaced claiming that the Pittsburgh Steelers “made inquiries to the” Jacksonville Jaguars “about a trade for” quarterback Trevor Lawrence, Lawrence made it clear on Monday that he is “not going to Pittsburgh” this offseason.  There may not have been much to the original

How expendable are veteran cornerbacks like James Bradberry and Darius Slay Jr. to the Philadelphia Eagles? Very, according to NFL Network’s Matt Okada. Blame the rookies. In last year’s draft, the Eagles looked to improve their 31st-ranked secondary by using their first two picks on cornerbacks. First up was Toledo’s

The New York Giants will almost certainly acquire a veteran quarterback shortly after the new league year opens on March 12 as general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll prepare for what will be a must-win season regarding their futures with the organization.  For a piece published on

The Cardinals are not one of the teams to hire a new head coach this offseason, necessitating the hiring of a new surrounding staff, but they still made a few updates this offseason. For instance, we’ve already reported on the hirings of offensive line coach Justin Frye, defensive line coach

The NFL Scouting Combine kicks off on Monday, with prospects participating in drills from Feb. 27-March 2. The year’s most notable prospects will be attendance, but what about less high-profile talent? Here are five players who might not be household names but are worth knowing before the combine begins. Delaware

As we’ve seen Minnesota do in recent days with players heading to free agency like running back Aaron Jones and cornerback Byron Murphy, the Buccaneers have come to an agreement with wide receiver Chris Godwin to move his contract void date, per Greg Auman of FOX Sports. With what’s becoming

While many defended New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen throughout 2024 for letting running back Saquon Barkley reach free agency last March, that decision now haunts the team after Barkley joined the rival Philadelphia Eagles and helped them win Super Bowl LIX. During a recent conversation with Pat Leonard

February 18th, 2025 at 8:24pm CST by Ely Allen Tuesday’s free agent tender decisions: ERFAs Tendered: The 49ers made the decision today to tender all of their exclusive rights free agents today. The move restricts the seven players from negotiating with other teams. The players will have the choice to

Numerous reporters have suggested throughout February that the Pittsburgh Steelers will not pursue New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers whenever he officially becomes available. This is partly because Rodgers and the Steelers allegedly “clash” stylistically. During a Monday appearance on the “NFL Live” program, ESPN analyst Bill Barnwell offered a

We had a number of minor moves today in the NFL: Cleveland Browns Released: RB Nyheim Hines Las Vegas Raiders Signed: WR Kyle Philips Waived: CB Keenan Isaac Philadelphia Eagles Released: C Nick Gates San Francisco 49ers Released: LB Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors

NFL teams have recently avoided drafting running backs in Round 1, but could that change in the 2025 NFL Draft? The class features Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty, who rushed for the second-most yards (2,601 in 14 games) in a season in FBS history in 2024. However, he may not