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When the Seattle Seahawks drafted safety Tre Flowers in the fifth round, it was presumably as added insurance in case Earl Thomas was dealt. Instead, the Seahawks intend to move Flowers over to cornerback, where Pete Carroll believes he has the physical tools to succeed. “He’s got all of the tools that you’re looking for,” […]

The Atlanta Falcons have had a relatively quiet offseason with few notable additions to the roster via free agency. However, general manager Thomas Dimitroff has confirmed that the team is still looking to add possible reinforcements to the defensive line via free agency. Per Knox Bardeen of 92.9 The Game: Thomas Dimitroff told @JohnFricke & […]

The Atlanta Falcons finally took care of their main piece of business this offseason by signing quarterback Matt Ryan to his gigantic new contract. With Ryan’s deal out of the way, Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff says the team will now focus its attention toward taking care of two highly important young pieces on their […]

Despite going No. 1 overall in the NFL Draft, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield still has some things to work on in order to become completely ready for the pro game. One such aspect of the game that he’ll need to improve upon is playing under center, which is something he wasn’t used to in […]

Free-agent defensive tackle Terrell McClain is set to visit with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports. After spending time with the #Dolphins last week, free agent DT Terrell McClain is visiting the #49ers today, source said. Would be a solid late free agency add. The 49ers will be McClain’s second […]

The long road to recovery continues for Carson Wentz. The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback is still undergoing rehab after tearing his ACL in Week 14 last season. But while he says it’s painful, he seems to be progressing well and that he’s very confident in achieving his goal of being ready by Week 1. “Rehab has […]

The Oakland Raiders had one of the more controversial drafts in the league, in part because of their selection of Arden Key. Despite first-round talent, the LSU product dropped to the third round as teams were likely scared off by some red flags that were raised during the pre-draft process. However, the Raiders’ need for […]

The Oakland Raiders invested heavily in their offensive line during the NFL Draft by taking two offensive tackles with their first three picks. They used their first-round pick (No. 15 overall) to take UCLA’s Kolton Miller, who has a decent chance of starting for the team this season. But instead of starting out the rookie […]

Shaquem Griffin was a versatile chess piece in college. He played in different positions for Central Florida, primarily outside linebacker and safety. But in the NFL, Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll is planning to try him out at weakside linebacker first. After being around Griffin during the Seahawks’ three-day rookie minicamp, Carroll has gotten […]

The Los Angeles Chargers were not particularly active during free agency this offseason, which did not please wide receiver Keenan Allen. However, they did pick up center Mike Pouncey, a move that offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt is very pleased about. “He’s a good football player,” Whisenhunt said per the team’s official website. “That was really […]

The Baltimore Ravens had the 16th pick in the NFL Draft, but they decided to trade it away in a deal with the Buffalo Bills for additional picks. One pick later, Derwin James went to the Los Angeles Charger in what was considered one of the steals of the draft. In an interview with BaltimoreRavens.com’s […]

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger didn’t exactly hide his displeasure at the team’s decision to draft quarterback Mason Rudolph in the third round instead of a player who can help the team win now. However, Rudolph didn’t take much issue with Big Ben’s comments about him, saying he’d have done the same if he were […]

The Green Bay Packers added another quarterback to the roster when they acquired DeShone Kizer from the Cleveland Browns in the deal that sent Damarious Randall the other way. Kizer will compete with Brett Hundley for the main backup spot behind Aaron Rodgers for the upcoming season. However, Packers head coach Mike McCarthy sees star […]

Mike Gillislee went into last season as the New England Patriots’ No. 1 running back after signing a two-year, $6.4 million contract in free agency which also cost the team a fifth-round pick. However, Gillislee may very well be fighting for his job this offseason, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss. Reiss notes just how crowded […]

Derrick Johnson has decided to join his old rivals in the AFC West. The former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker has agreed to stay in the division and join the Oakland Raiders, according to Michael Silver of NFL Network. The Raiders have agreed to terms with former Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson @nflnetwork @AroundTheNFL — Michael Silver […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is getting a taste of his first offseason with the team. He’s coming across some new and different things, which are bound to be a challenge to get used to. According to him, the biggest difference has been learning the team’s new playbook. “I’d say the biggest difference is […]

Despite the constant trade speculation swirling around over the past few months, Earl Thomas remains a member of the Seattle Seahawks. A big window for a potential deal passed during the draft, and based on Seattle general manager John Schneider’s recent comments, it doesn’t seem like the Seahawks are eager to make a trade happen […]

The San Francisco 49ers decided not to pick up their option on Elvis Dumervil’s contract earlier this offseason, making him a free agent. However, general manager John Lynch has kept the door open on a reunion with the veteran, who could still be an option the team can turn to after not drafting a pass […]

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown has not done the Cleveland Browns too many favors during his several encounters against them on the field. But Brown is doing his AFC North rivals a big favor off the field by helping out one of their rookies. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Brown has been mentoring […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a reputation as one of the classiest organizations in the league. It’s a well-earned reputation based on decades of doing awesome things like what they just did for injured linebacker Ryan Shazier. According to ESPN’s Field Yates, the Steelers have converted $8.26 million of Shazier’s $8.71 million salary for the 2018 season into […]

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan had surgery last week to repair a herniated disc in his back. As a result, he might not be available for the start of the team’s championship defense. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Field Yates, Jernigan is expected to be out for four to six months, which could […]

The Kansas City Chiefs recently drafted Kahlil McKenzie, Oakland Raiders general manager Reggie McKenzie’s son. And now, the Raiders might have some retaliation planned for their fierce AFC West rivals. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Raiders are set to bring in former Chiefs great, linebacker Derrick Johnson, for a free-agent visit. The Chiefs opted […]

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten has decided to follow through on his plan to retire from the NFL in order to take the lead color analyst job for ESPN’s Monday Night Football, ESPN’s Todd Archer reports.  Jason Witten is retiring from the Dallas Cowboys and joining ESPN as an analyst for Monday Night Football, […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are not going to pick up their fifth-year option on offensive lineman Cedric Ogbuehi, NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports. The Bengals will not pick up OL Cedric Ogbuehi’s option for 2019, source says. The 21st overall pick four years ago is headed to free agency next offseason. He’s struggled but if he […]

Wide receiver Dez Bryant remains on the free-agent market after he was released by the Dallas Cowboys. Bryant did have a concrete multi-year offer from the Baltimore Ravens, but he turned it down. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter (per Pat Doney of NBC5), the Ravens’ offer that Dez rejected was for $7 million per year, […]

The Denver Broncos don’t appear to be too keen on keeping pass rusher Shane Ray past the upcoming season. According to Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic, the Broncos aren’t going to exercise their 2019 option worth $9.2 million for the former first-rounder. The Broncos will not exercise Shane Ray’s fifth-year option, per source. — Nicki […]

The Oakland Raiders made Jon Gruden one of the highest paid coaches in the entire NFL when they signed him to a massive 10-year, $100 million pact in the offseason. As it turns out, though, Gruden’s role with the Raiders appears to be much greater than just a coach. According to Bleacher Report’s Mike Freeman, […]

Oakland Raiders offensive lineman Vadal Alexander has been suspended suspended for the first four games of the 2018 season for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances, the Raiders announced on their official site. Alexander, 24, was the Raiders’ seventh-round pick in 2016. He’s played 24 games while making nine starts in his first two […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers made one of the more noteworthy trades during the NFL Draft as they dealt wide receiver Martavis Bryant to the Oakland Raiders for a third-round pick. The move apparently took quarterback Ben Roethlisberger a bit by surprise. “When I heard about Martavis, I was like ‘Oh, man.’ I really enjoyed playing with […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have officially picked up the fifth-year option on running back Melvin Gordon, ESPN’s Field Yates reports. Source: the Chargers have officially exercised the 2019 fifth-year option on RB Melvin Gordon. — Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 2, 2018 Chargers general manager Tom Telesco had previously indicated last week that the team would […]

Before the Cleveland Browns made Baker Mayfield the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were apparently so high on the young quarterback that they thought about trading up to No. 2 to get him, according to the quarterback’s agent. According to Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Patriots offensive coordinator Josh […]

After going undrafted over the weekend, JT Barrett is about to be part of an actual NFL roster. The former Ohio State quarterback is set to sign with the New Orleans Saints, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Former Ohio State QB J.T. Barrett is signing with the Saints, source says. Had an invite to try […]

The Cleveland Browns ended up taking Baker Mayfield with their No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, presumably over Josh Allen, who was reportedly one of their final two picks. Browns V.P. of player personnel Alonzo Highsmith apparently wasn’t one of the people in the Browns’ front office responsible for putting Allen in that […]

Despite constant speculation linking them with a splashy move to get their quarterback of the future, the New England Patriots didn’t end up drafting a QB until the seventh round with Danny Etling. However, they were apparently plotting a move to get one, according to Jack Mills, the agent of No. 1 overall pick and […]

After delivering five Super Bowls as well as unprecedented success over two decades for the New England Patriots, one would think that Tom Brady would be showered with adulation and appreciation at all times in Foxboro. However, that might not the case, at least when it comes to two people in particular. In an interview […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady confirmed his plans to play in the 2018 season and also reiterated his goal to prolong his career into his mid-40s during an appearance Monday at the Milken Institute Global Conference, per Mike Reiss of ESPN. Following speculation about Brady still not committing for the upcoming season and keeping […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has made it known that he has a tolerant and permissive view on the controversial topic of NFL players protesting during the national anthem. When asked by reporter Jim Gray about his feelings on the demonstrations during a Q&A session at the Milken Institute Global Conference on Monday, Brady […]

It’s coming up to four months since Super Bowl LII, but the New England Patriots’ surprising decision to bench starting cornerback Malcolm Butler remains shrouded in mystery. Bill Belichick has predictably said nothing of note about that controversial decision, while Butler himself hasn’t shed much light on the subject as well. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady […]

Running back Derrius Guice took a significant tumble in the NFL Draft. Once touted as a first-round pick and potentially the second-best back in the draft, Guice dropped all the way down to the edge of the second round, in part due to reports that he got into an altercation during a meeting with the […]