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As the NFL offseason progresses, the anticipation builds around potential trade moves that could shake up team dynamics and alter the competitive landscape for the upcoming season. Fans and analysts alike are engaged in spirited debates over which players might be on the move, and how those moves could reshape

Darnell Wright is set to spend his third straight season as the Bears’ starting right tackle. A central aspect of Chicago’s offseason was a complete renovation along the interior of the offensive line, with guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson being acquired via trade and center Drew Dalman arriving in free agency. Those moves should

In 2024, the Buccaneers won their fourth straight NFC South title – a feat dimmed by the division’s struggles in recent years – but lost in the wild-card round. The team again opted for continuity this offseason, extending general manager Jason Licht and head coach Todd Bowles. The Bucs also

During his five-year run in Miami, Christian Wilkins served as an impactful contributor in a full-time starting role. His big-ticket free agent deal with the Raiders did not go according to plan, however. Wilkins – who inked a four-year, $110MM deal last spring – was limited to just five games in 2024.

The Giants activated left tackle Andrew Thomas from the active/physically unable to perform list earlier in the month, and it was quite a journey to get him to that point. Thomas was working his way back from a Lisfranc injury that ended his 2024 campaign after only six weeks of play.

Following every team’s efforts to get down from a 90-man training camp roster to a 53-man active roster for the regular season, waiver wire claims were processed on non-vested players that were cut. There were a few players who drew more interest than others. We’ve already seen the breakdown of

When the Micah Parsons trade from Dallas to Green Bay was reported, we had a good number of details concerning the new contract Parsons would sign with the Packers. To reiterate, we listed it as a four-year, $188MM deal with $136MM in total guarantees ($120MM guaranteed at signing). Per Tom

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Shilo Sanders is having a terrible week.  This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL

The Ravens have worked to improve how they’re taking care of their players in the offseason and training camp ever since the 2021 season saw them lose Gus Edwards, J.K. Dobbins, Rashod Bateman, Devin Duvernay, Lamar Jackson, and even their mascot, Poe, to season-ending injuries. They aren’t immune to preseason

Veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen has accepted a pay cut from the Vikings shortly after reuniting with the team via a trade from the Panthers. Originally set to receive $6.25MM in base salary, per OverTheCap, Thielen has agreed to reduce that number by $2MM, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. $4MM

New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson will likely be playing for the starting job when he faces the Washington Commanders in Week 1.  The Giants have a demanding opening schedule, playing the Commanders, Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers over the first four weeks of the 2025 season.

As the NFL season nears its mid-point, teams are battling injuries that can dramatically shift the dynamics of the league. The injury report has become an essential focus for fans and analysts alike, affecting not only game outcomes but also fantasy football fortunes. In this article, we’ll take a look

Panthers left tackle Ikem Ekwonu had an emergency appendectomy last Sunday, according to an announcement by head coach Dave Canales (via team writer Darin Gantt). Ekwonu was experiencing stomach pain and a consultation with team doctors led to surgery. Any procedure this close to the season will naturally put a player’s Week 1

The Panthers are returning a key wide receiver to their roster after trading Adam Thielen to the Vikings on Wednesday. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL

August 30th, 2025 at 11:11am CST by Nikhil Mehta The Panthers are swapping out receivers on their 53-man roster on Saturday by re-signing veteran Hunter Renfrow and placing Jalen Coker on injured reserve, per FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz and Joe Person of The Athletic. Renfrow, 29, sat out the 2024

The Minnesota Vikings immediately asked for a hometown discount from a veteran wide receiver before the start of the regular season. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL

When Tom Brady began to pursue an ownership stake in the Raiders as he approached his first season as a broadcaster for FOX Sports, the NFL took note of the potential conflict of interest and installed several rules in response. Among them was a ban on attending pre-game production meetings with

The New England Patriots made a somewhat surprising decision on Friday to release veteran safety Jabrill Peppers, and one of their former players was quick to criticize them for it. Peppers, who has been a full-time starter in New England over the last two seasons, was cut by the Patriots

Injury Report: Who’s In, Who’s Out Ahead of Key NFL Showdowns As the NFL season progresses, injuries continue to play a critical role in shaping the dynamics of each game. As teams prepare for pivotal matchups this week, keeping an eye on the injury report is essential for fans, analysts,

The road to a desired NFL return for free agent defensive tackle Isaiah Buggs just got a bit rougher. Per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, Buggs has received a suspension from the NFL that will last the first 10 weeks of the season. A former JuCo and Alabama grad, Buggs

Here are Friday’s minor moves: Detroit Lions Jacksonville Jaguars Kansas City Chiefs New England Patriots New York Giants Philadelphia Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers Tennessee Titans Free Agent Manoa will be suspended for the first two weeks of the season, if he lands with an NFL squad. While details of the suspension

NFL teams continue adjusting their practice squads as we close in on the regular season: Dallas Cowboys Jacksonville Jaguars Kansas City Chiefs Los Angeles Chargers New England Patriots New York Giants Philadelphia Eagles San Francisco 49ers Anderson cleared waivers after being cut and can now be assigned to the 49ers’

Aaron Rodgers hasn’t yet taken a meaningful snap as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers but has nevertheless teased on multiple occasions that he could continue playing beyond the upcoming season.  That said, Rodgers recently acknowledged that the fact that he signed only a one-year contract to join the Steelers in June

The Ravens have been busy throughout the offseason getting ahead of future contract decisions by extending key players. While Pro Bowl left tackle Ronnie Stanley was in danger of testing the free agent market when he signed his new deal, other players the team extended this offseason — All-Pro running

One of this century’s most significant NFL transactions occurred Thursday, when the Cowboys shockingly traded Micah Parsons to the Packers for two first-round picks and 10th-year defensive tackle Kenny Clark. After a monthslong saga that brought a host of rumors (and Jerry Jones confirming them in his rather pivotal Michael

One of this century’s most significant NFL transactions occurred Thursday, when the Cowboys shockingly traded Micah Parsons to the Packers for two first-round picks and 10th-year defensive tackle Kenny Clark. After a monthslong saga that brought a host of rumors (and Jerry Jones confirming them in his rather pivotal Michael

As the NFL offseason progresses, contract negotiations have taken center stage, showcasing the league’s commitment to rewarding talent while also adhering to the complexities of salary caps and team budgets. With star players securing lucrative deals, let’s take a closer look at the latest contract negotiations and who has landed

The newest member of the Dallas Cowboys was “shocked” by the news this week that he was leaving the team that drafted him in the first round of the 2016 draft.  On Thursday, the Green Bay Packers traded two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark to the Cowboys in

Teams do not have to release injury reports until next week, but the Bills may have a second issue at cornerback to open their season. Maxwell Hairston is on IR, being one of the 41 players to receive a return designation Tuesday, but the Bills’ preferred option behind the rookie

Undrafted rookie Shilo Sanders is in NFL limbo as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers chose not to add him back to the practice squad this week after he was cut on Tuesday. The safety was ejected from the Buccaneers’ final preseason game on Saturday when he threw a punch at Buffalo Bills

By far the longest-tenured player on the Vikings’ roster, Harrison Smith re-signed with the team this offseason. The Minnesota standout is entering his 14th season with the team, but he may not be ready for Week 1. A recent illness introduced a hiccup for the decorated defender. Smith missed the

As NFL teams announce their captains for the 2025 season, one name that won’t surprise anyone is Justin Jefferson.  Jefferson is joined by running back Aaron Jones Sr. and quarterback J.J. McCarthy as an offensive captain for the Minnesota Vikings. Jefferson is entering his sixth NFL season and his third

AUGUST 29: Hamilton’s fully guaranteed money includes a signing bonus, his 2025 and ’26 base salaries, and a 2026 option bonus, Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio notes. More significantly in the long term, Hamilton secured a rolling guarantee structure. His $17MM 2027 base salary shifts from an injury guarantee to

If so, he’ll join several young players with prominent roles for New England this season. Per Spotrac, the Patriots have the league’s sixth-youngest roster with an average age of 26.3 years. It’s a far cry from as recently as the early 2020s, when New England consistently had among the 10

The Lions have opened extension talks with star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson, per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Hutchinson, the No. 2 overall pick in 2022, became eligible for an extension earlier this offseason. The Lions picked up his fifth-year option to lock down his services in 2026

The Miami Dolphins have a week for their players to get in shape before they travel to play the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1. Tight end Darren Waller is trying to re-adjust to life in the league after retiring in 2024.  The 32-year-old tight end chose to come out of retirement

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers hit a roadblock this week as he tried to improve the receiver corps before Week 1.  Veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling said Rodgers recruited him before he signed with the San Francisco 49ers practice squad on Wednesday. He believes the 49ers are better for his

The Patriots are releasing veteran safety Jabrill Peppers, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Peppers, 29, was set to enter his fourth season in New England before he was cut. As a vested veteran, he is not subject to waivers and is free to sign with any team (or their practice squad)

The Cleveland Browns have good reasons for keeping Shedeur Sanders as their third-string quarterback before Week 1 of the regular season. He needs to catch up to speed in the NFL.  Jason Lloyd of The Athletic talked to an unnamed NFL head coach who argued that Sanders was late on

One week before the start of the regular season, the Cowboys and Packers completed a landscape-altering trade. Micah Parsons will play out his second contract in Green Bay after talks with Dallas did not produce a deal. Further details on the process which ultimately resulted in Parsons landing a record-breaking investment for

Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow was arrested early Friday morning on a domestic battery charge, as noted by NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe. The arrest by Fort Lauderdale police has led to a stay in Broward County, FL.’s main jail without bond, ESPN’s Marcel Louis-Jacques adds. An on-scene investigation by

Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow was arrested this early this morning on a domestic battery charge, as noted by NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe. The arrest by Fort Lauderdale police has led to a stay in Broward County, FL.’s main jail without bond, ESPN’s Marcel Louis-Jacques adds. An on-scene investigation by police

Following his Seahawks release, Marquez Valdes-Scantling became one of the top receivers on the open market. A deal sending him to the 49ers’ active roster was quickly worked out. As a result, the veteran deep threat is in position to handle a role right away with a San Francisco team in need

As the NFL offseason unfolds, a transformative wave of coaching changes is setting the stage for an exhilarating new chapter in professional football. From fresh faces to seasoned veterans stepping into new roles, these shifts are bound to influence team dynamics, player performance, and even fan engagement as we gear

As expected, Javon Baker found himself on the wrong side of the Patriots’ roster bubble earlier this week. The second-year wideout has not needed to wait long to find his next opportunity, though. [RELATED: Recapping Eagles’ Offseason] Baker plans to sign with the Eagles on their practice squad, ESPN’s Mike Reiss reports.

Happy 46th birthday to 2003 AP Offensive Player of the Year, Pro Football Hall of Fame All-2000s team member and Super Bowl XXV champion with the Baltimore Ravens Jamal Lewis! Lewis racked up seven 1,000-rushing yard seasons during his nine-year NFL career, with his most productive  year coming in 2003.

Before the Washington Commanders and wide receiver Terry McLaurin agreed to a three-year contract extension coming off the final weekend of preseason play, the 29-year-old requested a trade on July 31. While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, McLaurin insisted he was serious about finding a new NFL home if Washington wasn’t willing to

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill missed three weeks of practice managing an oblique injury, but Miami head coach Mike McDaniel gave fans a positive update this week.  After returning to practice (in a limited capacity) this week, McDaniel told the press that he expects Cheetah to be good to go for

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a couple of concerns at wide receiver before they begin the regular season against the Atlanta Falcons on Sept. 7.   This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL

The Buccaneers will be without wideout Chris Godwin and left tackle Tristan Wirfs to start the season. Both were moved to the active roster on Tuesday, though, meaning a return prior to Week 5 is a possibility in each case. Shifting to the reserve/PUP list would have ensured either player