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The 49ers and quarterback Brock Purdy recently agreed to an extension that moves the former seventh-rounder near the top of the quarterback market in terms of average annual value ($53MM) but still outside the top five earners at his position. Cowboys passer Dak Prescott still leads the way with a

The current collective bargaining agreement runs through 2030, leaving plenty of time for negotiations between the NFL and NFLPA to take place on several issues. Commissioner Roger Goodell made it clear when speaking at the recent owners meetings an effort to begin serious talks on the next CBA are not

The current collective bargaining agreement runs through 2030, leaving plenty of time for negotiations between the NFL and NFLPA to take place on several issues. Commissioner Roger Goodell made it clear when speaking at the recent owners meetings an effort to begin serious talks on the next CBA are not lined up.

Javonte Williams showed plenty of potential during his rookie season. A 2022 knee injury, which included ACL and LCL tears, has proven to be a major hindrance since then, however. Williams was limited to just four games in his second Broncos campaign as a result of the injury, and he

Javonte Williams showed plenty of potential during his rookie season. A 2022 knee injury which included ACL and LCL tears has proven to be a major hindrance since then, however. Williams was limited to just four games in his second Broncos campaign as a result of the injury, and he was

Despite not having a deal for the 2025 season in place – along with no timeline for an agreement to be reached –Aaron Rodgers remains the focus of considerable offseason attention. His latest public remarks on his future point further in the direction it has been heading in for quite some

One of several teams making front office changes in the wake of the NFL draft, the Panthers have reportedly parted ways with director of player personnel Cole Spencer and long-time college scout Robert Haines, per Joe Person of The Athletic. Starting his football career in football operations and coaching at

Much of the news on the potential trade situation for Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey has already been reported. Essentially, Ramsey is looking to depart from South Beach, a potential return to the Rams has gained traction, but the Dolphins’ unwillingness to retain some of Ramsey’s salary has stalled things at

Much of the news on the potential trade situation for Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey has already been reported. Essentially, Ramsey is looking to depart from South Beach, a potential return to the Rams has gained traction, but the Dolphins’ unwillingness to retain some of Ramsey’s salary has stalled things at

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders thinks he knows why so many people are rooting for him to fail. Sanders has been criticized for some of his conduct leading up to the NFL Draft, but the rookie does not think that is necessarily because of anything he has done. Instead, he

As the Browns look forward to Organized Team Activities, head coach Kevin Stefanski reflected on what he’s seen thus far in the team’s offseason program. According to ESPN’s Tony Grossi, Stefanski seemed to indicate that the narrative that all four quarterbacks will be competing for the starting job is losing

As the Browns look forward to Organized Team Activities, head coach Kevin Stefanski reflected on what he’s seen thus far in the team’s offseason program. According to ESPN’s Tony Grossi, Stefanski seemed to indicate that the narrative that all four quarterbacks will be competing for the starting job is losing

Stewart has not participate in any on-field practices since being drafted, though he has attended team meetings. He sat out rookie minicamp and is poised to remain on the sidelines when OTAs kick off next week unless his demands are met. Initial reports indicated that the timing of bonus payments

More details have emerged regarding the contract dispute between the Bengals and their first-round pick, Shemar Stewart, who has yet to sign his rookie deal. Stewart has not participate in any on-field practices since being drafted, though he has attended team meetings. He sat out rookie minicamp and is poised

Since trading Davante Adams to the Raiders in 2022, the Packers have relied on the draft to add wide receivers rather than pursuing veteran talent. They did so once again this year, drafting Matthew Golden with the 22nd overall pick and double-dipping with Savion Williams in the third round (No.

NFL team owners voted on Tuesday to unanimously approve a proposal that will allow players to participate in flag football at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, Calif. That has led to a lot of speculation about which NFL stars might want to represent Team USA. Could Green Bay Packers

The Texans are planning to keep second-round pick Aireontae Ersery at offensive tackle to begin his NFL career, though he may not earn a starting job right away. “Really liked his tape in college at tackle,” said Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans of his rookie offensive lineman (via KPRC2’s Aaron

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still waiting to hear whether Aaron Rodgers wants to be their starting quarterback in 2025, and they may be keeping tabs on another veteran as a backup plan. Steelers president Art Rooney II made it clear this week that the team has not moved on from

Last week, we noted that former Patriots southeast area scout Josh Hinch would not be returning to New England in 2025. Now we know why as Neil Stratton of SucceedinFootball.com reports that Hinch will be joining the Bengals in 2025. It’s assumed that Hinch will be stepping into the role

The Titans’ investment in former Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed really failed to deliver dividends in 2024. After sending a third-round pick to Kansas City for the 28-year-old defender, Tennessee only saw five games out of Sneed before a quad injury knocked him out for the remainder of the season. What’s

With Aaron Rodgers out of New York, the new quarterback on the block is Justin Fields. Fields will be backed up by veteran Tyrod Taylor, who hasn’t held a full-time starting role since his time in Buffalo in 2017. Past that, though, the Jets have two inexperienced options to compete

The Commanders have agreed to terms with No. 29 pick Josh Conerly Jr. on a four-year, $15.68MM rookie deal, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. As is customary for first-round picks, Conerly’s first NFL contract will be fully-guaranteed with a fifth-year option for the 2029 season. It also includes a $8.044MM

Happy 34th birthday to one of the pass rushers in NFL history – Aaron Donald! Donald hung up his cleats after a 10-year career after  the 2023 season, making the Pro Bowl in every season with eight All-Pro selections as well – earning AP Defensive Player of the Year honors

The NFL is creating a new end-of-year award for offensive lineman called Protector of the Year, according to ESPN’s Brooke Pryor. Troy Vincent, the league’s executive vice president of football operations, said that current Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins and former Rams and Bengals left tackle Andrew Whitworth were key advocates

The Las Vegas Raiders took a big hit in free agency losing key defensive starters. The biggest loss was middle linebacker Robert Spillane, who bolted to the New England Patriots on a three-year, $37.5 million contract. His production to the Raiders was valuable since he had 274 tackles, 5.5 sacks

The Commanders have agreed to terms with No. 29 pick Josh Conerly Jr. on a four-year, $15.68MM rookie deal, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. As is customary for first-round picks, Conerly’s first NFL contract will be fully-guaranteed with a fifth-year option for the 2029 season. It also includes a $8.044MM

The Bengals have agreed to a revised contract with offensive guard Cordell Volson, according to ESPN’s Ben Baby. Volson started 48 games across the first three years of his career, qualifying him for the Level Two Proven Performance Escalator and boosting his 2025 salary to $3.656M, though none is guaranteed. That

The Bengals have agreed to a revised contract with offensive guard Cordell Volson, according to ESPN’s Ben Baby. Volson started 48 games across the first three years of his career, qualifying him for the Level Two Proven Performance Escalator and boosting his 2025 salary to $3.656MM, though none is guaranteed.

Washington beat the odds in 2024, going 12-5 in the regular season and reaching the NFC Championship game. Better days are clearly ahead for the Commanders, but some think they’ll take a step back in 2025. Regular-season win total: 9.5 (BetMGM)  Outlook: Washington finished last season with five straight wins and

Mike Prisuta of Pittsburgh Magazine became the latest Steelers insider to suggest that quarterback Aaron Rodgers “might wait until as late as the opening of mandatory veteran minicamp on June 10” to officially join the AFC North club.  During an appearance on the latest edition of the “With the First

The Minnesota Vikings were one win away from earning the No. 1 seed in the NFC last season, but oddsmakers expect them to take a step back in 2025. Per BetMGM, Minnesota is projected to be a .500 team this year.   Regular-season win total: 8.5 (BetMGM) Outlook: The Vikings are coming

The revelation that Caleb Williams and his family allegedly looked into attempting to prevent the Chicago Bears from making the quarterback the first overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft has become a massive story hovering over the organization this spring.  During a Friday appearance on Chicago sports radio station 670

Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger and former Tennessee Titans general manager Ran Carthon are among those who think Aaron Rodgers should join the Steelers sooner rather than later if he’s serious about helping the club win games this fall.  During an appearance on Friday’s edition of the “Kaboly and Mack” program, former Steelers

Aidan Hutchinson confirmed yesterday that he has received full medical clearance. That positive but expected development will allow his attention to turn to the matter of a Lions extension. The expectation remained amongst team and player that a full recovery would take place well in advance of the 2025 campaign. With

Recent reports indicated that the Cleveland Browns will hold a pair of quarterback competitions this summer.  One will feature veteran Joe Flacco battling with 2022 first-round draft choice Kenny Pickett for the starting job. The other will involve rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders competing for either the QB2 or

As of Friday, quarterback Aaron Rodgers has yet to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Still, his status for the 2025 season has undeniably been the biggest storyline hovering over the Steelers since March.  During Thursday’s edition of NFL Network’s “The Insiders” program, Pittsburgh pass-rusher Alex Highsmith addressed how he and

Rachaad White‘s playing time has fluctuated during his time with the Buccaneers. The fourth-year running back is not expected to return to a full-time starter’s role in 2025, something which will of course affect his free agent value for next spring. White made eight starts as a rookie, setting him

Discussions about whether or not San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was merely a successful “game manager” over his first three NFL seasons existed long before he received a five-year, $265M contract extension that included $181M in guarantees and a no-trade clause.   For an article published on Friday, ESPN NFL

Coming off a franchise-worst 3-14 season, and facing the league’s toughest schedule, the New York Giants hope to get out of the NFC East cellar in 2025. Per BetMGM, they won’t.  Regular-season win total: 5.5  Outlook: Although he received a vote of confidence from ownership in January, head coach Brian Daboll

Trevor Penning spent his first two NFL seasons at left tackle, but the Saints moved him to right tackle last year. The former first-rounder appears to be on course for another position change in 2025. Penning has been taking snaps at left guard during OTAs, with Taliese Fuaga moving to the right tackle

Despite all that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has achieved since entering the NFL as the final pick of the 2022 draft, the football community has repeatedly referred to him as a “game manager” who benefits from playing in the system run by head coach Kyle Shanahan. Such talk

Much of the 49ers’ offseason contract work has been taken care of well before training camp. That includes the long-term extension recently worked out with quarterback Brock Purdy. That five-year, $265MM pact ties Purdy to San Francisco through 2030 and ensures his earnings on his second NFL pact will vastly outweigh

Coming off a disappointing 7-10 season that ended without a playoff berth, the Dallas Cowboys will look to reclaim the NFC East in 2025. Per BetMGM, fans should temper their expectations.  Regular-season win total: 7.5 Outlook: For the first time since 2019, the Cowboys will start the regular season with a new

After going 10-7 and making the playoffs in 2024, the Denver Broncos may do that again this upcoming season. Per BetMGM, Denver will win more than nine games for a second consecutive season.   Regular-season win total: 9.5  Outlook: Quarterback Bo Nix looks like the guy for the Broncos after finishing

The Green Bay Packers decided to represent all of those who want the tush push banned by submitting a proposal this offseason calling for just that, but they may have done so at the request of the NFL. The Packers formally submitted a proposal to ban the tush push ahead

Reports indicate that free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers will join the Pittsburgh Steelers at some point before organized team activities begin on May 27 and the end of Pittsburgh’s three-day mandatory minicamp on June 12.  For a piece published Thursday, ESPN NFL analyst Bill Barnwell explained why Rodgers may not be a savior for

Haener “is expected to be ready for the start of training camp,” when he’ll play catch-up to 2025 second-round pick Tyler Shough and 2024 fifth-rounder Spencer Rattler. Haener, selected in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, is the veteran of the group but entered the offseason quarterback competition

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to be clinging to the hope that free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers will sign with them. Perhaps they should let go of it.  Reports indicate the Steelers expect Rodgers to sign with them before OTAs start on Tuesday. However, on Wednesday’s episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,”

Despite losing Super Bowl LIX 40-22 to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Kansas City Chiefs are expected to be a championship contender again this upcoming season. Per BetMGM, they will win double-digit games for an 11th straight year. Regular-season win total: 11.5 (BetMGM)  Outlook: Did the Chiefs fill their roster holes after

Following the sudden passing of owner Jim Irsay earlier this week, the Colts’ succession plan is now in the limelight. All three of Irsay’s daughters have been listed as “vice chair/owner” for more than a decade, but Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk.com says the late owner’s oldest daughter, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, is