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Ah, isn’t it fun when Todd McShay and Mel Kiper Jr. butt heads in the NFL Draft? One guy says Shedeur Sanders could go to the Browns in 2025 while the other insists it’s not a good fit. For more perspective, NFL insiders pegged Sanders’ draft “floor” anywhere from the Jets to the Steelers range. […]

The Washington Commanders have done plenty to enhance their offense, especially in the wide receiver room by adding Deebo Samuel via trade. They also added a depth piece recently. But here is the perfect trade the Commanders must complete after the 2025 free agency frenzy. Washington general manager Adam Peters has been molding the Commanders […]

The Los Angeles Chargers took a couple of important offensive steps by signing a lineman and also bringing back wide receiver Mike Williams. Now they look forward, and here is a five-round post-free agency frenzy NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Chargers are beginning to look like a team that […]

Kyler Murray is striving to turn around what has been a fairly disappointing career. And the Arizona Cardinals have tried to improve his chances with defensive help. Also, here is a five-round post-free agency frenzy 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Cardinals managed a somewhat respectable 8-9 season in […]

The receiver room for the Washington Commanders already looked different after a free-agent signing. And while the team has defensive needs, they continued to add to the offense. The Commanders agreed to a deal with a former Cowboys wide receiver, according to Tom Pelissero’s post on X. 🆕 addition to the wide receiver room @michael13gallup […]

They may not be marquee names, but the Philadelphia Eagles brought in a running back while also securing a defender in free agency. However, the Eagles’ best deal may have been the $51 million signing that received ESPN’s top A grade. The Eagles kept linebacker Zack Baun, giving him a three-year contract with $34 million […]

The Atlanta Falcons likely bungled the Kirk Cousins situation. And there’s still a possibility they will deal the veteran quarterback. But maybe things can get better at the end of April. Here is a five-round post-free agency frenzy 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Atlanta Falcons knocked at the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers seem happy with a new edge rusher, and they’re in the mix for other good things in the upcoming draft. However, a popular mock draft pick, who is an Alabama star, missed his Pro Day because of surgery, according to nbcsports.com. Linebacker Jihaad Campbell is one of the top defensive prospects […]

Do the Dallas Cowboys have their roster figured out for the 2025 season? Another step will be the NFL Draft, where Mel Kiper Jr. has them grabbing a running back in the first round. But perhaps surprisingly, the Cowboys reportedly backed off their pursuit of Cooper Kupp over a few million dollars. The revelation came […]

As the Green Bay Packers get their offensive ducks in a row, they’re still trying to trade Jaire Alexander. And they’re hoping to make a draft splash. Here is the Packers’ five-round, post-free agency frenzy 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Packers have been criticized for moving timidly in […]

It looks like the Pittsburgh Steelers won’t be doing anything with George Pickens, but they enhanced their defense with a safety signing. And here is the Steelers’ biggest need to address after the first week of 2025 NFL free agency. A rocket scientist isn’t need to understand what the Steelers have left to do in […]

Using free agency, the Green Bay Packers revamped their secondary. And now their sights are set on the 2025 NFL Draft. And guru Mel Kiper Jr. picked an Ohio State star WR to help Jordan Love in a new mock draft. Kiper thinks the Packers will take a long look at Emeka Egbuka, according to […]

Will the New Orleans Saints grab a quarterback in the first round? Or will their direction take them elsewhere? However, for the Saints the fulfill Cam Ward’s New Orleans dream, a big trade would be required. The Saints currently sit in the No. 9 spot in the 2025 NFL Draft. At least one mock draft […]

Depending on your perspective, the San Francisco 49ers are either desperate or they are hopeful of a great 2025 season. Regardless, Mel Kiper’s mock draft pick addresses the 49ers’ priority after free agency losses. San Francisco has been devastated by the loss of free agents. It doesn’t seem to bode well for the future. But […]

While NFL teams mull over mock drafts to see what might be in the 2025 draft, the rumors run rampant about which direction they will go. Also, there has been a distinct lack of trade movement. Fans can’t believe Adam Schefter’s wild NFL draft reminder, according to his post on X. So far, there have […]

During the offseason, the Washington Commanders made a pair of high-level trades. They bargained for Deebo Samuel before unloading draft picks to acquire Laremy Tunsil. Also, they signed key free agents. But here is the biggest need the Commanders must address after the first week of 2025 NFL free agency. The Commanders knocked at the […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have their wide receivers signed, sealed, and delivered. They would like to say the same about defensive end Trey Hendrickson. But if it doesn’t work out that way, here is the perfect Hendrickson trade the Bengals must make after deals with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. First, the Bengals need to find […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in pursuit of Aaron Rodgers, even though the Minnesota Vikings reportedly hold his heartstrings. So whether George Pickens is a future receiver of his remains to be seen. But an NFL insider dropped a bombshell on the Pickens contract versus trade decision. Apparently, Pickens isn’t going anywhere — or getting paid. […]

In the free-agency portion of the offseason, the Washington Commanders re-signed an important offensive lineman while also coming to terms with one of their receivers who made a splash play last season. Moving forward, here is the Commanders’ five-round, post-free agency frenzy 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. Washington made […]

It has been a somewhat uneventful offseason for the Green Bay Packers. However, they did get a marquee signing in Nate Hobbs. And a reunion for that ex-Raiders standout could be legendary for the Packers, according to espn.com. Hobbs will be paired with another former Raiders player, Keisean Nixon. “Think it’d be legendary,” Hobbs said […]

It’s easy to find Aaron Rodgers rumors when it comes to the Minnesota Vikings. This is true even if NFL insider Mike Florio doesn’t like it. However, Florio revealed a puzzling message from the Vikings regarding Rodgers. Vikings sources don’t think Rodgers will land there, according to another insider, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler on the Dan […]

Although the San Francisco 49ers got hammered by Pro Football Focus for their free agency showing, they still managed to sign Mac Jones. Yes, you can snicker now. However, an NFL insider gave 49ers fans Super Bowl hope amid the disappointing free agent class. What started as a year of Super Bowl hope ended in […]

The Minnesota Vikings don’t have to deal with the Sam Darnold meltdown anymore. And Brett Favre thinks Aaron Rodgers is the right fit for the franchise. Also, the pursuit of Rodgers got a major update from an NFL insider, according to a post on X by The Purple Persuasion. NFL Insider @MikeSilver expands on the […]

A former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback likes Russell Wilson for the 2025 NFL season. But Wilson has been talking to other teams. Meanwhile, Wilson sent a six-word message as his free-agency decision nears, according to his post on X. Always Fun Ballin’! More to do! The Steelers have their sights set on Aaron Rodgers. But if […]

Defense has been a key focus for the Detroit Lions in the offseason. They added a cornerback while also coming to terms with one of their breakout players. Turning to offense, they agreed to a reunion with wide receiver Tim Patrick, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. Lions announced they re-signed WR […]

The New Orleans Saints added a star safety in free agency. Also, they re-signed one of their key players. Furthermore, the Saints are making a push for Cooper Kupp amid rumblings from the Cowboys and Seahawks in the chase, according to a post on X by Mike Silver. The Saints are also making a push […]

They still don’t have Gilligan, but the Detroit Lions re-signed the Skipper. And they will have an extra pick in the upcoming draft. Also, the Lions added a 19-game starter to the quarterback room amid 2025 NFL free agency, according to a post on X by Mike Garafolo. The #Lions have agreed to terms with […]

The offseason has been busy for the Washington Commanders. Included in the mix has been re-signing the player who caught the famous Hail Mary against the Bears. Also, they kept tackle Andrew Wylie in town. Furthermore, they landed a 21-sack veteran on $3 million contract. Washington grabbed veteran defensive end Jacob Martin, according to a […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have been active in free agency, landing Mike Williams and improving their offensive line by re-signing Bradley Bozeman. But here are two players the Chargers must avoid signing during 2025 NFL free agency. It turned out to be a successful run during Jim Harbaugh’s first year with the Chargers. The team […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have reportedly opened the door for Aaron Rodgers. Meanwhile, they signed Mason Rudolph. Also, newcomer D.K. Metcalf and George Pickens saw their jersey-number debate come to an end. It simply said, “DK4,” according to a post on X by the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Seattle Seahawks traded Metcalf to the Steelers on Thursday. […]

The New England Patriots had to say goodbye to a longtime player while also opening a path for a young player to move elsewhere. And as the offseason continues, here are two players the Patriots must avoid signing in the 2025 NFL free agency period. Coming off a disastrous 4-13 season, the Patriots have many […]

Letting go of Cooper Kupp turned out to be hard for the Los Angeles Rams. It impacted Matthew Stafford, too. But when will Kupp make his free agency decision after the release by the Rams? It will likely come sooner as opposed to later, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. Sources: The […]

It doesn’t seem like the Las Vegas Raiders are hitting home runs in the offseason. They traded for Geno Smith and gave Maxx Crosby way too much money. To stop the bad moves, here are two players the Raiders must avoid signing in 2025 NFL free agency. The 2024 season wound up in a 4-13 […]

A bold step by the New Orleans Saints kept a key pass rusher in the dome. Also, there are rumors about a wide receiver joining the organization. And here is the Saints’ five-round post-combine 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. The Saints finished 5-12 in 2024, and have plenty of […]

After making a pair of splash trades, one of them landing an elite offensive tackle and the other bringing in a former first-round pick, the Commanders turned to defense in free agency. After adding a defensive lineman, they signed an ex-Saints and Lions safety, according to a post on X by Mike Garafolo. The #Commanders […]

It’s an interesting look ahead for the Minnesota Vikings, especially at the quarterback position. Is Aaron Rodgers on their radar? Would they turn back to Kirk Cousins? Regardless, here’s a five-round post-combine 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. A 14-3 season ended with a disappointing playoff loss. And the performance […]

The Dallas Cowboys must deal with the headache that is Micah Parsons, whether it’s him criticizing their offseason moves, or the huge contract he will demand. However, the Cowboys added a former No. 3 overall pick in free agency, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. Former Jets DT Solomon Thomas reached agreement […]

There have been offseason highs for the San Francisco 49ers, including the signing of a tight end to pair with George Kittle. And the lows include the release of a nine-time Pro Bowler. However, the 49ers hope to have created another high by reeling in an ex-Falcons second-round pick who boasts two 100-tackle seasons, according […]

It has been a busy free agent chase for the New York Giants. They landed a pair of defensive standouts recently with Jevon Holland, and then poaching one from the Cowboys. However, the Giants have been urged to draft a quarterback at No. 3 regardless of what happens at the position in free agency. Shedeur […]