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Update: The Chargers and Najee Harris have agreed to a new one-year contract worth up to $9.5 million, according to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz. With JK Dobbins potentially on the out in 2025, the Los Angeles Chargers appear to be interested in former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris when he becomes available in free […]

After the Atlanta Falcons released Grady Jarrett following 10 years with the franchise, owner Arthur Blank sent out a lengthy and heartfelt message on the team’s social media platforms. In the long-winded message, Blank thanked Jarrett for his decade of buy-in, showcasing how great of a person he was — both on and off the […]

After the Denver Broncos re-signed Jarrett Stidham to backup Bo Nix, there was a hope that Zach Wilson could remain as the team’s third-string quarterback in 2025. However, with teams interested in the former No. 2 overall pick amid the early stages of free agency, the Miami Dolphins are expected to sign Wilson as a backup […]

Following a blockbuster trade within the NFC East, the Philadelphia Eagles got involved in the action, sending backup quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Cleveland Browns for Dorian Thompson-Robinson and a late-round pick, per Adam Schefter on X. “Trade: Eagles are trading QB Kenny Pickett to the Cleveland Browns for a 2025 fifth-round pick and QB […]

After the Chicago Bears traded for Joe Thuney ahead of free agency, it appeared like they could be in for another fruitful offseason. Although their impressive offseason moves in the past haven’t amounted to much, the 2025 NFL offseason feels different for the Bears heading into free agency. Then, following the Bears’ acquisition of free […]

With the NFL legal tampering period underway, teams have been active, adding necessary pieces through free agency. And the Arizona Cardinals got their guy, signing Super Bowl champion edge rusher Josh Sweat to a four-year contract, per  Adam Schefter on X. “Josh Sweat and the Cardinals reached agreement on a 4-year deal worth $76.4 million, […]

Following the blockbuster DK Metcalf trade between the Seattle Seahawks and Pittsburgh Steelers, fans were either heartbroken or jumping for joy. However, Tyler Lockett had a heartfelt message to send to Metcalf — his former teammate — on Instagram. “My Dawg,” Lockett wrote. “2019 we became teammates!! 2025 we leave the team together as best […]

With free agency right around the corner, the Denver Broncos have areas they’ll likely address. However, the backup quarterback position is one less spot position the Broncos have to worry about, as they re-signed Jarrett Stidham, per Dianna Russini on X. “Sean Payton worked hard to keep his QB room intact,” Russini wrote. “The Broncos […]

Although rumors have painted the picture of Joey Bosa uniting with his brother Nick Bosa after getting cut by the Los Angeles Chargers ahead of free agency, there could be a new top dog in the bidding wars. Yes, it would be iconic to see the Bosa brothers playing together, but the Miami Dolphins could […]

Following DK Metcalf’s trade request from the Seattle Seahawks, the star receiver is on his way to the Pittsburgh Steelers, per Ian Rapoport on X. “The #Seahawks are trading WR DK Metcalf to the #Steelers for premium draft pick compensation, per me and @TomPelissero, as finally(!) Pittsburgh gets its big-play weapon,” Rapoport wrote. “Metcalf will […]

After Davante Adams got cut by the New York Jets, the 32-year-old receiver is set to join Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford with the Los Angeles Rams ahead of free agency after signing a two-year, $45 million contract, per Ari Meirov on X. “BREAKING: The #Rams are signing WR Davante Adams to a 2-year contract, […]

Although the Cincinnati Bengals are in hot water surrounding Trey Hendrickson, they were able to secure one of their offensive linemen for the foreseeable future ahead of free agency. Joe Burrow will be happy with this move, as the Bengals re-signed one of their own, handing a one-year deal to lineman Cody Ford, per Mike […]

Entering free agency with loads of spending money lining their pockets, the Chicago Bears are linked to a Falcons free agent again. After trading for Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, the Bears are rumored to be active in obtaining Falcons center Drew Dalman, per Jordan Schultz on X. “#Falcons FA C Drew Dalman is also […]

Heading into free agency, the Kansas City Chiefs re-signed Nick Bolton, keeping their star linebacker. However, had they not reached a deal, Bolton might’ve seen himself rocking either a Denver Broncos or Las Vegas Raiders uniform in 2025, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz on X. “Sources: Nick Bolton gets $45M over 3 years — was […]

As Ben Johnson enters his first season with the Chicago Bears, the 2025 NFL free agency period could be an aspect of the offseason that could set this team apart from the rest of the league. While the Bears already added offensive line help, there are some other holes on this roster that Chicago could […]

With the New York Giants amidst many quarterback rumors, they head into 2025 with uncertainty at the position. However, the Giants are bringing back a familiar face, re-signing backup quarterback Tommy DeVito, per Adam Schefter on X. “Giants now have officially re-signed quarterback Tommy DeVito, who for now is the only quarterback that the team […]

After signing a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders in 2024, Bobby Wagner signed a new contract to return for another season. Now, while some fans might be excited about Wagner returning regardless, the reasoning for his decision should make fans even more hyped about 2025, per Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post. “I just […]

While many Los Angeles Chargers fans believed that Gus Edwards could get cut, that possibility became a reality on Friday evening. After just 11 games with the Chargers in 2024, Edwards was released and is set to join his third team in the upcoming free agency window, per Adam Schefter on X. “Chargers have informed […]

With the NFL offseason already firing on all cylinders, DK Metcalf requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks, as the two sides are seemingly too far apart on an upcoming contract extension. So, with many possible landing spots for Metcalf, the Green Bay Packers have emerged as the favorite to land Seattle’s 27-year-old receiver, per […]

Once DK Metcalf requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks, there were many viable suitors for the 27-year-old receiver. With multiple landing spots for Metcalf, the Seahawks almost pawned him off to the Raiders in their Geno Smith trade. However, to acquire Metcalf and Smith, the Seahawks wanted Maxx Crosby in return from the Raiders. […]

While the Seattle Seahawks hoped to extend Geno Smith, he is officially on his way to the Las Vegas Raiders via trade, per Ian Rapoport on X. “The Seahawks are trading QB Geno Smith to the Raiders, reuniting him with his coach Pete Carroll, per The Insiders, as Seattle hits reset,” Rapoport wrote. “It’s a […]

As the Chicago Bears prepare for free agency, their social media team had a little fun stirring up the dust on Friday afternoon, hinting at a potential Khalil Mack reunion. To get fans excited for the Bears’ upcoming 2025 NFL season, the Bears’ social media team posted a 47-second video, showcasing highlights of legends who’ve […]

Once news broke that DK Metcalf requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks, plenty of teams — including the New England Patriots — were deemed viable landing spots, fueling trade rumors for many teams. However, there seems to be one AFC East team that many believe Metcalf is headed to next, per NFL Network’s Daniel […]

Just days after DK Metcalf made a trade request from the Seattle Seahawks, it’s clear that there’s a high level of interest in the 27-year-old receiver. However, Seattle won’t trade him away just because teams are interested, per Seahawks general manager John Schneider in his weekly KIRO-AM radio show. “We’re talking to a ton of […]

Following Kirk Cousins’ departure from the Minnesota Vikings, signing quarterback Sam Darnold proved to be a great move. However, when the Vikings didn’t franchise-tag Sam Darnold, it’s more likely that he’ll be on a new team in 2025. There’s still a possibility that Darnold returns to the Vikings, but NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah proposed a […]

Ever since Jameis Winston’s historic 33 touchdowns and 30 interceptions season, it’s been a lot of mental reps for the former No. 1 overall pick in 2015. However, with the New York Jets cutting ties with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, Winston is considered the betting favorite to become QB1 in The Big Apple in free agency, […]

After firing Matt Eberflus midseason in 2024, the Chicago Bears hired Ben Johnson, which is seen as one of their best offseason moves. Even after trading for Joe Thuney, Bears fans are incredibly excited for Johnson to pair with Caleb Williams, leading them to an abundance of success in the future. In fact, Johnson is […]

With the Pittsburgh Steelers looking to make their quarterback decision between Justin Fields and Russell Wilson ahead of free agency, time is running out. However, when choosing between Fields and Wilson, one quarterback reportedly has the power in this negotiation, per Mark Kaboly of The Athletic on Thursday’s episode of The Pat McAfee Show. “They […]

Once the 2024 NFL season concluded, Trey Hendrickson wanted a new contract with the Cincinnati Bengals that included more guaranteed money. However, as one of the best edge rushers in the league, Hendrickson told the Bengals he wanted to have a deal done before the 2025 season. With the Bengals seemingly unwilling to meet his […]

After a disappointing loss in Super Bowl LIX for the Kansas City Chiefs, their blueprint for the 2025 offseason likely includes beefing up their trenches in free agency or the draft. With that, however, they could also be losing a Pro Bowl offensive lineman in free agency. The NFL Scouting Combine is next for NFL […]

As a receiver who got drafted in the second round in the 2019 NFL Draft, there was a chance Philadelphia Eagles receiver AJ Brown chose the MLB over the NFL. With the NFL offseason in full effect, Brown joined the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast to discuss how close he was to not pursuing […]

As a name frequently mentioned among the top prospects of the 2025 NFL Draft, quarterback Shedeur Sanders announced he wouldn’t throw at the NFL Scouting Combine, deferring to throw at Colorado’s Pro Day later in the offseason. However, this decision by Sanders’ camp has ESPN’s Matt Miller a bit dumbfounded. “It’s not a huge surprise […]

After losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Wild Card round and Week 1 of the 2024 NFL regular season, the Green Bay Packers are sick of the tush push. In fact, they were so bothered by the tush push, that they pitched to get the play banned in the NFL, per Dianna Russini on […]

After another incomplete season from quarterback Anthony Richardson, the Indianapolis Colts have the opportunity to make his life easier in the 2025 NFL offseason. With needs across the board, Indianapolis has a big offseason ahead of them, including the addition of key free agents. However — following free agency — attention turns to the 2025 […]

After finishing 3-14 in 2024, the Cleveland Browns earned the No. 2 pick in the draft. However, the difference between the first and second pick in the 2025 NFL Draft is significant, as the quarterback class isn’t overly impressive. But — as the Browns look to improve from 3-14 in 2025 — they have plenty […]

In the 2025 NFL offseason, some big names could hit free agency: Trey Smith, Khalil Mack, Sam Darnold, and more. However, after the Jets determined that Aaron Rodgers wouldn’t return in 2025, he’s set to hit the open market as a free agent. There aren’t many teams that he would make sense with, but the […]

With frustrations between Deebo Samuel and the San Francisco 49ers heating up during the 2024 regular season, the All-Pro receiver has had his tiffs with fans on social media. However, with the 49ers fielding trade offers for Samuel, fans did their best to get in the receiver’s head, creating a false report on X, using […]

With the Tennessee Titans on the clock for the 2025 NFL Draft, they have many options they can go with as for how they handle having the No. 1 pick. If the Titans like Cam Ward as a replacement for Will Levis, they have the power to select him with the No. 1 pick. However, […]

With the four-day 2025 NFL Scouting Combine set to begin Feb. 27, Marshall football’s Mike Green could be a name multiple teams have their eye on. After an impressive first day of practice at the Senior Bowl, Green withdrew his name from the rest of the festivities, as he had one goal on his mind: […]