
Chargers veteran linebacker arrested Friday
Veteran Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was arrested Friday night after a traffic stop for vehicle code violations resulted in the discovery of five firearms, including two assault-style rifles. According to a statement by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (via ESPN’s Kris Rhim), Perryman was cooperative with the deputies, booked on


Chargers LB Denzel Perryman Arrested Friday Night
Veteran Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was arrested last night after a traffic stop for vehicle code violations resulted in the discovery of five firearms arms, including two assault-style rifles. According to a statement by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (via ESPN’s Kris Rhim), Perryman was cooperative with the deputies,


Broncos work not done after extending standout DE Zach Allen
Per Pro Football Focus data, Allen led interior defensive linemen in sacks (12) and total pressures (75) a season ago. He was named second-team All-Pro after his breakout season. Originally a third-round pick (No. 65 overall) by the Arizona Cardinals, Allen first signed a three-year, $45.75M contract with the Broncos


FA QBs Asked Giants Not To Target Position In 1st Round
Kirk Cousins‘ experience in Atlanta seems to have served as a warning to other veteran quarterbacks around the league. Giants general manager Joe Schoen revealed this week that multiple free agent QBs said they wouldn’t sign in New York unless the team promised not to take a quarterback in the first round


Browns held Shedeur Sanders out of team drill due to arm injury
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders is dealing with an arm issue at an inopportune time. The rookie is sitting at No. 4 on the Browns’ depth chart early in August. Sanders, who fell to the fifth round of April’s draft, needs to take advantage of every rep he can at


Ravens Sign DL Brent Urban
August 2: Urban’s workout must have gone well, as the Ravens announced his signing on Saturday morning. Urban was one of the five defensive linemen on Baltimore’s 53-man roster to start the 2024 regular season, but he will likely be competing with Jenkins if the team carries the same number this


Broncos extend All-Pro DL after strong 2024 season
The Broncos have agreed to terms with defensive lineman Zach Allen on a four-year, $102M extension, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. It was reported back in March that Allen was seeking an extension in the range of $25M per year. His new contract meets that goal at a $25.5M APY that ranks third


Commanders HC on McLaurin’s trade request: ‘It’s an emotional time’
Second-year Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is trying to prepare for the 2025 regular season while not knowing if one of his offense’s best pieces will be on the 53-man roster for Week 1. On Thursday, wide receiver Terry McLaurin requested a trade from the Commanders after not coming


Broncos Extend DL Zach Allen
The Broncos have agreed to terms with defensive lineman Zach Allen on a four-year, $102MM contract extension, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. More to come. This content was brought to you by: Pro Football RumorsPro Football Rumors


NFL insider reveals new info on Cowboys-Micah Parsons struggle
A new revelation has surfaced in the saga between Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys. On Friday, Parsons requested a trade from Dallas after claiming that the front office had not talked to his agent about his contract extension. Not long after Parsons made the report, NFL Network’s Jane Slater


Cowboys make decision on Micah Parsons' trade request
The Cowboys have another preseason distraction. This one is of their own making. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL


Insider predicts how Cowboys, Parsons contract standoff will end
As of the first day of August, there remained no indication that the Dallas Cowboys and star pass-rusher Micah Parsons were close to coming to terms on a contract extension. Parsons is in the final year of his rookie deal, so some understandably have wondered if he could follow in the footsteps of Washington Commanders


Former Super Bowl champ reveals which QB, HC duo are on hot seat
The Miami Dolphins are coming off another frustrating season after failing to make the playoffs in 2024. That is nothing new for a franchise that has only advanced to the postseason twice in the last five years since QB Tua Tagovailoa joined the team as the 2020 draft’s fifth pick.


Chargers all-time great takes big step toward returning to team
Allen is meeting with the Chargers Friday, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport report. Mutual interest exists here, as Jim Harbaugh did not slam the door on an Allen comeback in April. After longtime Allen sidekick Mike Williams retired before his second Bolts stint was to begin, a veteran opening


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