
Report reveals if Commanders intend to trade WR Terry McLaurin
In the absence of progress at the negotiating table, Terry McLaurin went public with a trade request on Thursday. The chances of the Commanders dealing him away have long been viewed as low, and that remains the case at this point. A number of teams inquired with Washington about McLaurin prior


Cardinals HC has major request for QB Kyler Murray
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray recently revealed that he’s just now feeling “back to where [he] was before” he suffered a serious knee injury in December 2022 that left him needing ACL surgery and some meniscus repair. During a chat with Sports Illustrated’s Gilberto Manzano in an article published on Friday, Cardinals head coach


Has Kenny Pickett already lost Browns’ starting QB job?
It seemed as if, as of July 28, Kenny Pickett going down with a worrisome hamstring injury essentially guaranteed that veteran Joe Flacco will be the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7. However, according to an update shared by Browns reporter Mary Kay Cabot


One player from each NFC team who deserves Hall of Fame call
Let the (preseason) games begin. With the Detroit Lions-Los Angeles Chargers Pro Football Hall of Fame Game already kicking off 2025 action, Yardbarker NFL writers mulled a player — past or present — on each NFC team who merits enshrinement in Canton. NFC East DALLAS COWBOYS | QB Don Meredith


What Brock Purdy did wrong during 49ers’ doomed 2024 season
Some members of the NFL community said back in May that the San Francisco 49ers overpaid to make quarterback Brock Purdy happy when they signed him to a five-year, $265M contract extension that included $181M in guarantees and a no-trade clause. Critics of the deal pointed out that Purdy wasn’t able


Cowboys Add T Geron Christian After Today’s Workout
Though, earlier today, it seemed as if La’el Collins was the victor of a two-man audition with Geron Christian today in Dallas, it appears both players will get a chance with the team in training camp. Following today’s announcement that Collins would be reuniting with the team that signed him


Tyreek Hill reacts to Tua Tagovailoa’s fiery comments
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa generated headlines when he said early into training camp that wide receiver Tyreek Hill needs to “build everything up again” regarding his relationships with his teammates following an interesting end to the 2024 campaign. On Friday, Hill responded to Tagovailoa’s comments. “I think Tua’s comments were needed,” Hill


D.C. Council Advances Commanders’ Stadium Deal To Next Step
The regular season has not yet commenced, yet the Commanders are coming into the year with one victory under their belt. Though it’s faced severe challenges ever since it’s conception, the team’s RFK Stadium Bill passed 9-3 in a vote by the D.C. Council, as first reported by ESPN’s John


Giants HC, GM should view John Mara’s comments as a warning shot
The New York Giants were officially formed on Aug. 1, 1925, which is why the 2024 season was seen at this time last year as a milestone campaign for the organization. During a recent chat with Tom Rock of Newsday, Giants co-owner John Mara suggested he wouldn’t be holding any


NFL Minor Transactions: 8/1/25
Here are the first minor NFL moves in August: Arizona Cardinals Atlanta Falcons Buffalo Bills Cleveland Browns Denver Broncos Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Kansas City Chiefs Miami Dolphins Minnesota Vikings Philadelphia Eagles Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers Tampa Bay Buccaneers Washington Commanders This content was brought to you by: Pro


Jerry Jones is getting what he wants with Micah Parsons drama
Do not let any of the noise and drama fool you. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is getting exactly what he wants with the Micah Parsons contract negotiation, even as it reached a boiling point on Friday with the star edge-rusher declaring a public trade demand. It’s the perfect storm


Texans Sign DT Marlon Davidson; Place Rookie DT On IR
An injury to seventh-round rookie defensive tackle Kyonte Hamilton led to a successful surgery today, and the Texans already found his replacement, signing veteran defensive tackle Marlon Davidson, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2. With Hamilton hitting injured reserve after the surgery, Davidson’s spot on the roster was earned after


Tyreek Hill calls for teammate to be benched in certain situations
Tyreek Hill was just trying to be a good teammate, but his Miami Dolphins colleague didn’t care for the message. On Friday, Hill gave a meaty performance during his media availability, broaching subjects from his mastery of the offense this year to saying he agreed with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa that


Commanders Do Not Intend To Trade WR Terry McLaurin
In the absence of progress at the negotiating table, Terry McLaurin went public with a trade request on Thursday. The chances of the Commanders dealing him away have long been viewed as low, and that remains the case at this point. A number of teams inquired with Washington about McLaurin prior to


‘Most likely scenario’ for Terry McLaurin revealed
A recent report indicated that teams potentially interested in acquiring Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin learned that the club is “not trading” him before the 2025 season begins. The 29-year-old, who is in the final year of his current contract, may have responded to this news by requesting a trade on


49ers Did Not Offer Charvarius Ward Extension; Latest On Colts’ CB Corps
Charvarius Ward landed on his feet in free agency, joining a few third-contract-seeking cornerbacks in collecting a nice payday on Day 1 of the legal tampering period. That market settled in between $16-$18MM per year, and Ward landed a deal on the high end of that range by signing with


The ‘Active NFL tight end TD leaders’ quiz
The Cincinnati Bengals already have a two-headed monster at wide receiver with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Now, they should have a similar dynamic duo at tight end. The Bengals signed former first-round NFL Draft selection Noah Fant, who caught 48 passes for 500 yards and two touchdowns in 14


Cowboys To Bring Back T La’el Collins
After meeting with La’el Collins, the Cowboys have a deal in place. Although the Micah Parsons news will overshadow anything Cowboys today (and for the foreseeable future), the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s Nick Harris reports they have a deal in place with Collins. This deal may not be final yet, per


Has Kenny Pickett already lost Browns’ starting QB job to Joe Flacco?
It seemed as if, as of July 28, Kenny Pickett going down with a worrisome hamstring injury essentially guaranteed that veteran Joe Flacco will be the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 7. However, according to an update shared by Browns reporter Mary Kay Cabot


Chargers, Keenan Allen Discussing Reunion
August 1st, 2025 at 3:12pm CST by Sam Robinson The second-leading receiver in Chargers history is discussing a reunion with his initial NFL team. Keenan Allen said this past winter he would aim for either a Bears re-signing or a return to California. The latter option appears in play. Allen


Troubling report surfaces on Patriots’ first-round rookie
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye might not feel comfortable with his blindside protection early in the upcoming season. Following troubles at left tackle in 2024, the Patriots invested in the position by drafting LSU standout Will Campbell with the No. 4 pick in April’s draft. Per Chad Graff of The


Micah Parsons Requests Trade From Cowboys
Cowboys All-Pro edge rusher Micah Parsons has requested a trade, according to a lengthy social media post that details his protracted negotiations with the team. Dallas has no intention of trading Parsons, per Diana Russini of The Athletic, but teams are still expected to reach out to the Cowboys to


Top Micah Parsons landing spots
Given this information, let’s take a look at three landing spots that make the most sense for Parsons. Denver Broncos The Broncos allowed the third-fewest amount of points in 2024-25 (311 points), per ESPN stats, and already have one of the best defensive units in football. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw, safety


Louis Rees-Zammit To Return To Rugby
Rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit made an attempt at an NFL career last year. While he did not play in any regular season games, he noted in June his intention of continuing to push for a roster spot through at least the 2025 campaign. A change of heart has since taken place, however.


John Mara makes feelings on Giants’ 2024 season clear
The New York Giants were officially formed on Aug. 1, 1925, which is why the 2024 season was seen at this time last year as a milestone campaign for the organization. During a recent chat with Tom Rock of Newsday, Giants co-owner John Mara suggested he wouldn’t be holding any


Ravens TE Isaiah Likely Undergoes Surgery For Broken Bone In Foot
AUGUST 1: Likely confirmed on Friday that his surgery took place. His recovery period will now begin as he looks to minimize the regular season time missed as a result of the procedure. JULY 31: After having some of the best injury luck in the league last year, the Ravens were tested


Dolphins’ Hill addresses Tua’s fiery comments
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa generated headlines when he said early into training camp that wide receiver Tyreek Hill needs to “build everything up again” regarding his relationships with his teammates following an interesting end to the 2024 campaign. On Friday, Hill responded to Tagovailoa’s comments. “I think Tua’s comments were needed,” Hill


Saints To Re-Sign G Shane Lemieux
Shane Lemieux spent the 2024 campaign in New Orleans, and he will look to do the same this season. The sixth-year guard as a deal in place with the Saints, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. [RELATED: Reviewing Saints’ Offseason] Lemieux began his career with the Giants and played out his


Cardinals HC has passionate response to critics of Marvin Harrison Jr.
Last season, wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. fell short of meeting the expectations many had for him before the Arizona Cardinals made him the fourth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. Nevertheless, Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon doesn’t want to hear fans or analysts suggest that Harrison was anything but


Micah Parsons Considering Trade Request From Cowboys
The latest update in the Micah Parsons saga further illustrates the tensions between his camp and the Cowboys. With no active extension talks ongoing, an escalation could soon take place. Parsons is now “considering drastic measures” as it pertains to his future, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports. That could include a


John Mara likely won’t love how ESPN ranked Giants’ 2025 coaching staff
Shortly after the New York Giants ended the 2024 season at a woeful 3-14, co-owner John Mara suggested that he had “just about run out of patience” with head coach Brian Daboll, offensive coordinator Mike Kafka, defensive coordinator Shane Bowen and general manager Joe Schoen. Mara probably isn’t going to


CB Greg Newsome Hopes To Finish Career With Browns
Greg Newsome has frequently been mentioned in trade talks, but he is set to remain with the Browns for 2025. As he enters what could be a make-or-break Cleveland season, the former first-round corner aims to land a new commitment from the team. The Browns exercised Newsome’s fifth-year option last spring.


Analyst shares ‘most likely scenario’ after Commanders WR requests trade
A recent report indicated that teams potentially interested in acquiring Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin learned that the club is “not trading” him before the 2025 season begins. The 29-year-old, who is in the final year of his current contract, may have responded to this news by requesting a trade on


Colts’ Anthony Richardson made these big changes after nearly losing job
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson recently acknowledged he “can’t be slacking anymore” coming off last fall’s two-game benching after he admitted to taking himself off the field because he was “tired.” Richardson shared he lost 10 pounds during the offseason after making some necessary changes to his diet, via ESPN’s Stephen


Giants GM shares big revelation about pursuit of free-agent QBs
New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen restructured the team’s quarterback room this offseason when he signed veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston before trading up to select Jaxson Dart with the 25th overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft. During a Thursday appearance on New York sports radio station


Former Pro Bowl RB announces retirement
After being unable to find an NFL opportunity in 2024, Latavius Murray is hanging up his cleats. The veteran running back announced on Thursday that he is retiring at the age of 35 (video link via NFL insider Jordan Schultz). A sixth-round pick of the Raiders in 2013, Murray played on


NFL Draft intel: SEC QB may be a challenging evaluation for scouts
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From an LSU quarterback to a Cincinnati defensive lineman, here are five players we’re tracking: LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier Nussmeier’s play can best be described as a roller coaster. “When he’s on, he can be [former LSU


Raiders staff ‘changed their mind’ on Jackson Powers-Johnson
First-year head coach Pete Carroll is tinkering with the Las Vegas Raiders’ offensive line early in training camp. On Tuesday, second-year offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson was moved to the second-team unit at center, with Jordan Meredith handling the first-team reps, per Tashan Reed of The Athletic. On Thursday, Powers-Johnson was


Why signing LT Kolton Miller to an extension is a big deal to Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders QB Geno Smith can breathe a bit better, and for good reason. The Raiders extended LT Kolton Miller to 2028, ensuring Smith will have protection on one side for the foreseeable future. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler broke the news Wednesday night, saying the deal is worth $66 million


Bengals bolster offense with reported addition of veteran tight end
The Cincinnati Bengals have been on the prowl for more talent as they look to capitalize on the talents of Joe Burrow and an elite wide receiver corps and return to the Super Bowl. Those efforts have led the team to add another talented player to the receiver room. According


Steelers’ Mike Tomlin opens up about ‘bromance’ with Aaron Rodgers
During a Wednesday appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show,” Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers lashed out at those who have criticized Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin after losing a fifth straight playoff game in January. Later in the program, Tomlin opened up about the “bromance” he has built with Rodgers


John Harbaugh rants against popular Lamar Jackson narrative
Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens may already be the greatest “running quarterback” in NFL history. However, questions about whether or not Jackson can win the biggest games of a postseason tournament with his arm continue to hover over the Ravens even though he’s a two-time MVP. During the latest


CeeDee Lamb sends warning about George Pickens
Early into training camp, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens insisted that he and new teammate CeeDee Lamb can become the NFL’s top one-two punch at the position this season. Some continue to wonder how Lamb, Dallas’ No. 1 receiver, will feel about seeing certain targets go to Pickens during


Cowboys under fire over contract negotiations with Micah Parsons
It seems to never end with the Dallas Cowboys as they continue to make headlines for all the wrong reasons going into the 2025 season. While star defensive players like San Francisco 49ers DE Nick Bosa ($34M), Cleveland Browns DE Myles Garrett ($40M) and Pittsburgh Steelers LB T.J. Watt ($41M)


Trey Lance makes strong impression in Hall of Fame Game
Trey Lance’s career has not developed as anybody hoped after he was taken with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Injuries, inconsistency and bouncing around the league has left him in a situation where he is trying to rebuild his career on a one-year, $2 million


NFL Minor Transactions: 7/31/25
Today’s minor moves: Atlanta Falcons Buffalo Bills Cleveland Browns Denver Broncos Signed: LB Garrett Nelson Reverted to IR: LB Johnny Walker Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Minnesota Vikings Signed: OL Matt Nelson Waived/injured: DL Alexander Williams New England Patriots New Orleans Saints Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks Tampa Bay


How Bears rookie is rebounding after being pulled from recent practice
Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III has proved he can take negative feedback. Burden missed most of the offseason program due to a soft tissue injury. After being cleared, he struggled to learn the playbook early in training camp. Bears rookie head coach Ben Johnson pulled the second-round


Ravens To Work Out DL Brent Urban
Brent Urban could be back in Baltimore for yet another season. The veteran defensive lineman is set to work out for the Ravens “in the upcoming days,” according to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic. The veteran will be seeking his fourth-consecutive one-year contract from Baltimore. That latest stint has seen


Star player reportedly requests a trade from Commanders
Terry McLaurin has been in a contract dispute with the Washington Commanders this offseason, and it would appear the star wide receiver has run out of patience. McLaurin informed the Commanders on Thursday that he would like to be traded, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. ESPN’s Adam Schefter says


La’el Collins To Work Out For Cowboys
As the Cowboys navigate a number of injuries on their offensive line, they’re targeting a familiar face for some depth. According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, veteran lineman La’el Collins will work out for the team on Friday. This would represent Collins’ third stint with the organization, with his first spanning