
Minor NFL Transactions: 6/9/25
June 9th, 2025 at 9:24pm CST by Nikhil Mehta Here are the latest minor moves from around the league: Cleveland Browns New Orleans Saints Barton started two games at right tackle for the Cardinals in 2024, but ended the season on injured reserve. He will join a crowded OT room


Elgton Jenkins Reported To Packers’ Minicamp
Just as one Pro Bowler is leaving Green Bay, another has arrived. Packers offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins has reported to mandatory minicamp after skipping OTAs amid a contract dispute, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. “It seems unlikely he’ll practice this week,” added Pelissero, which could simply mean that Jenkins


Patriots DL could make major difference in 2025
The New England Patriots have made some major additions this offseason, but a returning player could be among the most important to a potential 2025 turnaround. Defensive tackle Christian Barmore was limited to four games last season due to blood clots, but has fully recovered and been a full participant


A pessimist’s guide to the 2025 New York Giants
With just nine wins over the past two seasons, it’s easy to be pessimistic about the 2025 New York Giants. Here’s a few more reasons to pile on. 1. Schedule Per NFL research, no team will play a tougher schedule than the Giants this year, facing teams with a combined


Jaire Alexander’s Contract Impeded Packers’ Trade Attempts
The Packers tried to trade veteran cornerback Jaire Alexander on multiple occasions before his release earlier today, but his contract proved to be a significant barrier in completing a deal. The Packers even reached an agreement with an unknown team on trade compensation, per Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal


Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr. appears to have made major offseason change
Marvin Harrison Jr. appears to have undergone a major change this offseason, and it is one that Arizona Cardinals fans should be excited about. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL


Falcons Expect Kirk Cousins To Report For Minicamp; No Trade Imminent
Kirk Cousins was absent from OTAs, choosing to skip voluntary work with the Falcons. As his future remains uncertain, though, attendance is anticipated for mandatory minicamp. Atlanta’s projected 2025 backup is expected to report for minicamp, Jayna Bardahl and Dianna Russini of The Athletic report (subscription required). The compulsory event begins


Details emerge about Nick Chubb's contract with Texans
Nick Chubb is looking to bounce back from another injury in 2025, and the Houston Texans have offered the veteran running back a chance to earn a significant amount of money if he can do that. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL


Texans Sign Nick Chubb To $2.5MM Deal
This bothers me. I know he’s only played 10 games in the last two years but $2.5 ? Kickers make more than that, shame on the NFL for what they’ve done to the RB market. Great deal for Houston Him and mixon should be fun to watch. I’ll always root


Cowboys HC makes promise to Parsons amid contract negotiations
On Sunday night, Dallas Cowboys EDGE Micah Parsons called head coach Brian Schottenheimer as part of TikTok’s “good night” trend. In the clip, the coach promised Parsons the team would resolve his contract situation. Of course, the 26-year-old pass-rusher is set to play on the fifth-year option of his rookie


Jaguars Extend P Logan Cooke
Logan Cooke‘s time in Duval County will continue for the foreseeable future. The veteran punter received a four-year from the Jaguars on Monday, per a team announcement. Cooke was a seventh-round pick of Jacksonville in 2018, and he has handled punting duties immediately since his arrival in the NFL. The


Texans reportedly make two big changes to front office
The Texans are the latest team to line up promotions with respect to upper management positions. James Liipfert and Chris Blanco will have new responsibilities in 2025. Both of those executives are being promoted to assistant general manager, as first reported by Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports. Liipfert began his front


Texans To Promote James Liipfert, Chris Blanco To Assistant GM
The Texans are the latest team to line up promotions with respect to upper management positions. James Liipfert and Chris Blanco will have new responsibilities in 2025. Both of those executives are being promoted to assistant general manager, as first reported by Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports. Liipfert began his front office career


Colts confirm new ownership structure
The Colts’ new ownership arrangement is officially in place. The team announced on Monday how the front office will operate moving forward. Jim Irsay‘s recent passing set in motion the transition of power to his three daughters. In the aftermath of his death, it appeared as though Carlie Irsay-Gordon would


Colts Confirm New Ownership Structure
The Colts’ new ownership arrangement is officially in place. The team announced on Monday how the front office will operate moving forward. Jim Irsay‘s recent passing set in motion the transition of power to his three daughters. In the aftermath of his death, it appeared as though Carlie Irsay-Gordon would take


Mike Vrabel reveals where Stefon Diggs stands with Patriots
Stefon Diggs may be winning over the New England Patriots, at least based on new comments from head coach Mike Vrabel. Vrabel was much more positive toward Diggs in comments he made Monday about how the wide receiver is fitting in with the team. Vrabel praised Diggs’ “energy” and added


Steelers Preferred Matthew Stafford, Justin Fields To Aaron Rodgers?
The Steelers have Aaron Rodgers under contract in time for minicamp, meaning the team will have its expected quarterback starter for 2025. Other options received consideration this offseason, though, and it appears at least two of them were higher on Pittsburgh’s wishlist. During an appearance on Get Up, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Rodgers


Why Steelers ‘were never really concerned’ during long Rodgers saga
While it’s no secret that future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers visited the Pittsburgh Steelers on March 21, he only officially signed a one-year contract to join the club over this past weekend. Some wondered throughout the process if people within the Steelers were worried that the often enigmatic


Texans Host CB Damon Arnette
Damon Arnette‘s efforts to return to the NFL have resulted in at least one visit. The former first-round cornerback worked out with the Texans on Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 reports. Arnette was unsuccessful in his bid to play in the UFL last year, but he did manage to do


Insider shares worrisome take about Anthony Richardson’s shoulder
Eyebrows were raised when Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed on June 5 that Anthony Richardson would not participate during the team’s mandatory minicamp due to an injury to his throwing shoulder that was operated on in October 2023. For a piece published Monday, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports


Bengals To Release LB Germaine Pratt
June 9th, 2025 at 11:11am CST by Adam La Rose As expected, Germaine Pratt will not be with the Bengals in 2025. The veteran linebacker will be released today, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports. Throughout the offseason, signs have pointed to a parting of ways in this case. Pratt has loomed


An optimist’s guide to the 2025 New York Giants
Now the 6-foot-3, 255-pound linebacker joins a stacked defensive line that includes talented edge rushers Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux along with defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II, a three-time Pro Bowler. Lawrence missed the last five games of 2024 with a dislocated elbow, but assuming all four players stay healthy,


Steelers Pursued WR Chris Godwin In Free Agency; Latest On Patriots’ Offer
Chris Godwin re-signed with the Buccaneers in free agency in a move which will allow him to remain a member of the only NFL team he has played for. The Pro Bowl wideout elected to do so despite notable interest from multiple suitors. The Patriots were known to be in the


Report: Packers to release two-time Pro Bowl CB
The team spoke with Alexander’s camp Sunday, Dianna Russini and Matt Schneidman of The Athletic add. It was during that meeting that the 28-year-old learned he would be let go. Instead of continuing to pursue a trade or a pact keeping Alexander in Green Bay at a reduced rate, team


Why Shedeur Sanders is viewed as underdog to win Browns’ QB competition
A report from the first week of June suggested that there’s “a path” for rookie Shedeur Sanders to win the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback job over fellow first-year pro Dillon Gabriel, veteran Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett. For a mailbag published on Sunday, Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland


Packers make decision on Jaire Alexander’s future
The Green Bay Packers are moving on from one of their best defensive players. Veteran cornerback Jaire Alexander was informed on Monday that he will be released by the Packers, according to multiple reports. The Packers had looked into potential trades involving Alexander before the NFL Draft, but nothing materialized.


Packers To Release CB Jaire Alexander
Jaire Alexander‘s time in Green Bay has come to an end. After talks regarding both a trade and a restructure took place this offseason, the Pro Bowl corner will hit free agency. Alexander is being released today, as first reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The team spoke with Alexander’s


A pessimist’s guide to the 2025 Dallas Cowboys
Hope is not a plan, especially in the NFL, but there’s no better word to describe the 2025 Dallas Cowboys. Here’s why the team could struggle once again in 2025. 1. Head Coach New head coach Brian Schottenheimer, son of longtime NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer, takes over for Mike McCarthy


WR Gabe Davis To Visit New Orleans
The Gabe Davis 2025 offseason tour continues. Since being released by the Jaguars a month ago, Davis has met with the 49ers, Giants, and Steelers. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Davis is now headed to New Orleans where he’ll meet with a Saints team that could certainly use


Chiefs Rookie T Josh Simmons Not Expected To Start Week 1
After falling just short of a Super Bowl three-peat, the Chiefs were forced to reckon with how much the team that did win the Super Bowl dominated them in the trenches. As a result, Kansas City’s first three picks in the draft and its biggest free agent signing all addressed


Lions CB Ennis Rakestraw Moving Outside After Rookie Struggles
The Lions added cornerback Ennis Rakestraw in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft last year, but a look into the rookie’s first full season brings about questions concerning whether or not he was worth the draft stock used on him. A bit of position change and some new


Nick Chubb reportedly closing in on deal with AFC contender
Former Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb is closing in on a deal that will give him an opportunity to reboot his career with one of the AFC’s top contenders. According to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport on Sunday, Chubb is expected to sign with the Houston Texans


Why Commanders should give two-time Pro Bowler contract extension
Instead of letting contract negotiations with Terry McLaurin drag on, the Washington Commanders should pay the star wide receiver. McLaurin — who is entering the final year of his contract — left voluntary workouts last week amid reported frustrations about contract talks with the team. On a Sunday episode of


Texans To Sign RB Nick Chubb, Pending Physical
Shortly after reports that the Texans would be looking into the potential of signing veteran running back Nick Chubb, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that Chubb is now expected to sign with the Texans on Monday, assuming everything goes well with a workout and physical. We’ve seen two full


Texans Looking Into RB Nick Chubb
The Texans have been “looking at [the] running back market” and could pursue former Browns RB Nick Chubb, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Chubb, a seven-year veteran, hit free agency this offseason for the first time in his career after playing just 10 games in the last two years due


Nick Chubb has mutual interest with playoff team
Former Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb might not have to wait much longer to find a new team. In an appearance on “SportsCenter” Sunday, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported that there is mutual interest between Chubb and the Houston Texans, and the two sides may be able to conclude a


An optimist’s guide to the 2025 Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys fell short of expectations in 2024 but there’s plenty of reasons to be optimistic about next season. Here’s just a few. 1. Dak Prescott Aside from signing a four-year, $240M contract to make him the highest paid player in NFL history, last year was one to forget


Reporter reveals how Rodgers, Steelers OC are working together
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is already tinkering with the Pittsburgh Steelers offense after signing a one-year, $13.65M deal with them on Saturday. On a Sunday episode of “SportsCenter,” ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, offensive coordinator Arthur Smith and Rodgers have been “on the phone” about changing the team’s


Eagles DC Vic Fangio On 49ers DE Bryce Huff
The Eagles’ free agent splurge on edge defender Bryce Huff in the 2024 offseason did not go as planned, and the reigning Super Bowl champions recently agreed to a trade sending Huff to the 49ers, cutting bait after just one season. While it was clear that Huff was not a


Chiefs Wanted To Re-Sign DT Tershawn Wharton
After Milton Williams spurned the Panthers’ advances in March, Carolina pivoted to another notable defensive tackle in this year’s free agent class, Tershawn Wharton. The former undrafted find of the Chiefs may have been something of a consolation prize for the Panthers, but his original club wanted to keep him


Jalen Ramsey To Skip Dolphins’ Mandatory Minicamp
June 8th, 2025 at 11:53am CST by Rory Parks As Jalen Ramsey and the Dolphins continue to prepare for a parting of the ways, the seven-time Pro Bowler will skip Miami’s three-day mandatory minicamp, as Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports. Minicamp begins on Tuesday, June 10. More to come. Follow


Jets’ Byron Cowart, Jay Tufele Competing For Starting DT Job
When the Jets signed Derrick Nnadi this offseason, it appeared as if he, along with fellow additions Byron Cowart and Jay Tufele, would serve as depth options along the defensive line. However, New York did not select an interior DL in the draft, leaving those three veterans – all of


Aaron Rodgers has chance to make history against Packers
Aaron Rodgers has a chance to join some truly elite company when he faces the Green Bay Packers this season for the first time in his career. Rodgers agreed to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week and will enter the 2025 season as their starting quarterback. The Steelers


Raiders’ Jackson Powers-Johnson Working Exclusively At Center
Despite winning the 2023 Rimington Trophy, given to the best center in college football, Raiders offensive lineman and 2024 second-round pick Jackson Powers-Johnson played more left guard than center in his rookie season. And new GM John Spytek said back in April that free agent acquisition Alex Cappa would compete


Bills CB Taron Johnson Underwent Offseason Shoulder Surgery; TE Dalton Kincaid Played Through Injuries To Both Knees In 2024
Bills nickel corner Taron Johnson recently revealed that he underwent shoulder surgery this offseason. Per Katherine Fitzgerald of the Buffalo News, Johnson suffered a torn labrum in Buffalo’s divisional-round win against the Ravens in January, and while he appeared in 94% of the club’s defensive snaps in an AFC Championship


Texans’ C.J. Gardner-Johnson addresses Eagles departure
2025 will mark the fourth different team C.J. Gardner-Johnson plays for in his seventh NFL season. The journeyman safety delivered another productive campaign during his second Eagles stint, one that would last only one year. Despite posting six interceptions and 12 pass deflections en route to helping Philadelphia win the


Texans S C.J. Gardner-Johnson Addresses Eagles Departure
2025 will mark the fourth different team C.J. Gardner-Johnson plays for in his seventh NFL season. The journeyman safety delivered another productive campaign during his second Eagles stint, one which would up lasting only one year. Despite posting six interceptions and 12 pass deflections en route to helping Philadelphia win the Super


Lingering Knee Injury Drove LT Terron Armstead’s Retirement
Retirement was known to be a distinct possibility in Terron Armstead‘s case this offseason well before it became official he will no longer play in the NFL. The 12-year veteran addressed his injury issues and their role in his playing days coming to an end. Armstead was consistently one of


Giants’ Paulson Adebo signing stemmed from optimistic recovery outlook
The most lucrative free-agent addition for the Giants this offseason was their deal for cornerback Paulson Adebo. The former Saints starter will be counted on to operate as a key member of his new team’s secondary, having inked a three-year, $54M pact on the open market. The broken leg Adebo suffered midway through the


Giants’ Paulson Adebo Signing Stemmed From Optimistic Recovery Outlook
The most lucrative free agent addition for the Giants this offseason was their deal for cornerback Paulson Adebo. The former Saints starter will be counted on to operate as a key member of his new team’s secondary, having inked a three-year, $54MM pact on the open market. The broken leg Adebo