Future of Lamar Jackson, Aaron Rodgers clouds free agency
1 year, 9 months ago

Future of Lamar Jackson, Aaron Rodgers clouds free agency

Associated Press  

NFL free agency kicks off next week and the biggest questions surround two star quarterbacks who aren’t on the list. The league’s legal tampering period opens Monday and plenty of free agents will be on the move when players can officially start signing new deals Wednesday. “But until we have any conversations, we’re still in a good spot.” The most accomplished quarterback among the unrestricted free agents is Jimmy Garoppolo. Odell Beckham Jr., who missed last season following ACL surgery, and New England’s Jakobi Meyers should get the biggest deals among wideouts.

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NFL offseason winners and losers: Bears, Lions bolster NFC North; did Bills or Cowboys improve?
6 months, 1 week ago

NFL offseason winners and losers: Bears, Lions bolster NFC North; did Bills or Cowboys improve?

New York Times  

NFL minicamps are officially in the books, and now the action across the league will tamp down as coaches, players and staff members scatter to offseason homes or vacation destinations for several weeks of recharging. GO DEEPER NFL 2024 over/under win totals: Giants bounce back, Harbaugh's Chargers need more time Winners The 2023 trade that eventually earned the Bears the …

Who are the best available NFL free agents? Justin Simmons, Odell Beckham lead list
8 months, 1 week ago

Who are the best available NFL free agents? Justin Simmons, Odell Beckham lead list

New York Times  

With the first few waves past, NFL free agency has entered the value stage of the process. FA tracker: New teams and contract details for the top 150 free agents Grades: Best and worst of free-agent deals GO DEEPER NFL free agency: Best and worst deals of the last 4 years and where all 32 teams rank A surprising cap-related …

One week into free agency, the Patriots haven’t gotten any better
9 months, 1 week ago

One week into free agency, the Patriots haven’t gotten any better

New York Times  

In the weeks after Jerod Mayo succeeded Bill Belichick as the coach of the New England Patriots, Mayo made the media rounds, a notable change from his predecessor. We’re ready to burn some cash.” But a week into free agency, the Patriots roster doesn’t look or feel a whole lot different from the one that went 4-13 last season. Last …

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F
9 months, 1 week ago

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. BALTIMORE RAVENS: B Added four-time Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry and re-signed defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, wide receiver Nelson Agholor and linebacker Malik Harrison. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS: B Signed Morse, Davis, wide receiver Devin Duvernay, cornerback Ronald Darby and defensive tackle Arik Armstead. MIAMI DOLPHINS: B Signed …

NFL free-agency superlatives: The best and the most puzzling moves so far
9 months, 1 week ago

NFL free-agency superlatives: The best and the most puzzling moves so far

New York Times  

We’ve completed four days of NFL free agency, and nearly 100 of my top 150 players have come off the board, in addition to dozens of other signings and a handful of trades. Live updates: Free-agent news from across the NFL FA tracker: New teams and contract details for the top 150 free agents Best available players: Who’s still on …

Danielle Hunter, Derrick Henry head the list of available remaining free agents after a wild Day 1
9 months, 1 week ago

Danielle Hunter, Derrick Henry head the list of available remaining free agents after a wild Day 1

Associated Press  

There’s still plenty of star-quality players available after a wild opening to the NFL’s free agency period. Derrick Henry, Danielle Hunter, Calvin Ridley, Tyron Smith, Stephon Gilmore and Kendall Fuller are among the talented players who hadn’t reached contract agreements as of late Monday. DANIELLE HUNTER, EDGE RUSHER, MINNESOTA VIKINGS: The four-time Pro Bowl pick had a career-best 16 1/2 …

Rams grab familiar face to boost secondary, tender offer to tackle Alaric Jackson
9 months, 1 week ago

Rams grab familiar face to boost secondary, tender offer to tackle Alaric Jackson

LA Times  

After two seasons in Jacksonville, cornerback Darious Williams will be back in a Rams uniform next season. A day after adding two free agents to their offense, the Rams began remaking the defense Tuesday — and they did it by turning to a familiar face. The Rams also placed a second-round tender on left tackle Alaric Jackson, a restricted free …

Les Snead and Sean McVay break down how Rams are approaching free agency
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Les Snead and Sean McVay break down how Rams are approaching free agency

LA Times  

General manager Les Snead says the Rams will be aggressive once again during free agency, which begins Monday. By re-signing offensive lineman Kevin Dotson to a multiyear deal and receiver Demarcus Robinson to a one-year contract, Rams general manager Les Snead took care of two pressing needs as the Rams prepare for a season with heightened expectations. Snead and coach …

NFL free agency: Kirk Cousins, Saquon Barkley ruffle feathers
9 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL free agency: Kirk Cousins, Saquon Barkley ruffle feathers

LA Times  

Quarterback Kirk Cousins will be wearing his third NFL uniform next season, joining the Atlanta Falcons. The NFL’s legal-tampering period opened Monday, meaning teams and free agents could start striking deals that can be inked Wednesday at the start of the new league year. They’re going to sign quarterback Kirk Cousins, luring him away from the Minnesota Vikings for a …

Commanders reportedly agree to deal with C Tyler Biadasz, adding a Pro Bowler to O-line
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Commanders reportedly agree to deal with C Tyler Biadasz, adding a Pro Bowler to O-line

New York Times  

The Washington Commanders addressed their shaky offensive line on the first day of the league’s legal tampering period by agreeing to terms with former Dallas Cowboys center Tyler Biadasz, according to reports. GO DEEPER Commanders free-agency tracker: Austin Ekeler, Frankie Luvu agree to deals on Day 1 2024 impact: The Commanders are positioned to select a quarterback with the second …

Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins will be a free agent for the first time since the Vikings gave him the first fully-guaranteed quarterback deal in the NFL. All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones heads a list that includes fellow defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, edge rushers Danielle Hunter, Chase Young and Jonathan Greenard, safeties Justin Simmons and Xavier McKinney, cornerbacks Xavien Howard and Tre’Davious White, …

Last year’s free agent frenzy offers both hope and caution for NFL teams
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Last year’s free agent frenzy offers both hope and caution for NFL teams

Associated Press  

NFL teams are set to dole out billions in free agent contracts in the coming weeks as teams around the league hope that bold moves in March will pay off with wins on the field once the season starts. The six biggest spenders last offseason all missed the postseason led by Denver committing more than $250 million in contracts only …

What we’re hearing about the Steelers’ interest (or lack thereof) in outside QBs
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What we’re hearing about the Steelers’ interest (or lack thereof) in outside QBs

New York Times  

INDIANAPOLIS — As I picked up my rental car in Pittsburgh last week, the attendant politely asked where I was headed. And we’re going to do so.” GO DEEPER Steelers GM Omar Khan has 'full faith' in Kenny Pickett, wants Mason Rudolph back Though Khan and the Steelers have done their due diligence to evaluate the outside options, discussions with …

What are the biggest offseason needs for all 32 NFL teams? O-line, QB, edge rushers top list
10 months, 1 week ago

What are the biggest offseason needs for all 32 NFL teams? O-line, QB, edge rushers top list

New York Times  

Most NFL teams focused their sights on next season a while ago. — Paul Dehner Jr. Biggest offseason need: Wide receiver The Browns are only going to become one of the AFC’s elite teams if Deshaun Watson plays like an elite quarterback. — Colton Pouncy Biggest offseason need: Safety The Packers’ top three safeties from 2023, Darnell Savage Jr., Jonathan …

A Patriots primer for NFL free agency: Should they pursue Kirk Cousins?
11 months ago

A Patriots primer for NFL free agency: Should they pursue Kirk Cousins?

New York Times  

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo spent the start of this week setting high expectations for the first major phase of offseason roster construction. After the Patriots ranked 30th in cash spending last season and entered the offseason with the fourth-most cap space of any team in the NFL, according to Spotrac, Mayo pledged his team would be active when …

Predicting Broncos’ free-agent fates, from Lloyd Cushenberry to Josey Jewell
11 months, 1 week ago

Predicting Broncos’ free-agent fates, from Lloyd Cushenberry to Josey Jewell

New York Times  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — It is hard to evaluate objectively when emotions are clouding the lenses. I think in this case, it’ll serve us well.” GO DEEPER Broncos eager for Year 2 continuity with Sean Payton, but change is still coming When the staff does reconvene next week to grade the roster and enter the process of building next year’s group, …

Matt Ryan not interested in signing with Jets: What are New York’s options at QB?
1 year, 3 months ago

Matt Ryan not interested in signing with Jets: What are New York’s options at QB?

New York Times  

While veteran quarterback Matt Ryan is open to returning to the NFL, he has no interest in suiting up for the flailing New York Jets. Our very own @m_ryan02 sets the record straight on his interest in being the next QB of the New York Jets pic.twitter.com/wtuOIn7rqY — NFL on CBS 🏈 September 25, 2023 Ryan, 38, has not retired …

One-on-one with Raiders GM Dave Ziegler: On Garoppolo, Jacobs, Waller, NFL draft and more
1 year, 8 months ago

One-on-one with Raiders GM Dave Ziegler: On Garoppolo, Jacobs, Waller, NFL draft and more

New York Times  

PHOENIX — Every year, the NFL’s chief decision-makers come together for the annual league meetings. And I just think there’s other opportunities to continue to improve that position whether it’s continuing to do it in free agency and, obviously, we’re going to have the draft coming up to continue that. We’re always going to be focused on developing our team …

NFL free agency’s best fits: Chiefs, 49ers and Seahawks make smart moves on defense
1 year, 9 months ago

NFL free agency’s best fits: Chiefs, 49ers and Seahawks make smart moves on defense

New York Times  

Usually, the first wave of NFL free agency features out-of-whack deals, as teams pay prices that don’t match a player’s production due to high demand and limited supply. The 49ers had the best defense in the league last season and didn’t have many weaknesses, but if there was one, it was at defensive tackle. They added one of the best …

Falcons thoughts after the first wave of free agency
1 year, 9 months ago

Falcons thoughts after the first wave of free agency

New York Times  

Free agency is not over yet, but the heavy lifting is done for most teams, including the Falcons. GO DEEPER Get to know the new Falcons: Taylor Heinicke returns home, Jessie Bates sees potential The Texas Tech edge rusher said at the NFL combine that he is serious about football and can play either defensive end with his hand on …

NFL free agency opens with Aaron Rodgers, other QBs on move
1 year, 9 months ago

NFL free agency opens with Aaron Rodgers, other QBs on move

Associated Press  

After a flurry of moves in the two days ahead of the official start of the NFL free agency period, Aaron Rodgers made the biggest news Wednesday by announcing his intention to play for the New York Jets. Running back Jamaal Williams and the Saints agreed on a $12 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told the …

Updated NFL free agency rankings: Lamar Jackson, Orlando Brown headline top 150
1 year, 9 months ago

Updated NFL free agency rankings: Lamar Jackson, Orlando Brown headline top 150

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of NFL free agency with all the latest news, deals and trades. Patrick Peterson, CB, Vikings Update: Agreed to two-year, $14 million deal with Steelers Peterson was unequivocally Minnesota’s most reliable cornerback last season and he was one off the league lead with five interceptions. — Boyd Update: Agreed to two-year, $12 million deal with …

Chargers roster checkup: Which positions need a free-agency revitalization?
1 year, 9 months ago

Chargers roster checkup: Which positions need a free-agency revitalization?

LA Times  

They added everything from a Pro Bowl edge rusher to a punter, signed everything from six defensive starters to a long snapper. The 2022 offseason was an active and pricey one for the Chargers, the team committing $78.172 million in fully guaranteed money to 11 free agents who became significant contributors. The Chargers rebuilt their defense and special teams and …

One key NFL free-agent target for every team: Where would Jimmy Garoppolo, others fit?
1 year, 9 months ago

One key NFL free-agent target for every team: Where would Jimmy Garoppolo, others fit?

New York Times  

The past couple of weeks have been busy in the NFL, with the combine, franchise-tag action and quarterback musical chairs in full swing. Here’s a look at one key free-agent target who would make sense for each of the NFL’s 32 teams as they try to upgrade their rosters and position themselves for success this fall. The Colts very well …

NFC champion Eagles face key losses in free agency
1 year, 9 months ago

NFC champion Eagles face key losses in free agency

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: CB James Bradberry, DT Fletcher Cox, T Andre Dillard, LB T.J. Edwards, S Marcus Epps, S C.J. Gardner-Johnson, DT Javon Hargrave, DT Linval Joseph, C Jason Kelce, P Brett Kern, QB Gardner Minshew, WR Zach Pascal, DE Robert Quinn, RB Miles Sanders, RB Boston Scott, G Isaac Seumalo, DT Ndamukong Suh, LB Kyzir White. NEEDS: …

Vikings hit free agency with need at CB, salary cap strapped
1 year, 9 months ago

Vikings hit free agency with need at CB, salary cap strapped

Associated Press  

MINNESOTA VIKINGS UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: DE Dalvin Tomlinson, CB Patrick Peterson, C Garrett Bradbury, RB Alexander Mattison, K Greg Joseph, CB Duke Shelley, TE Irv Smith Jr., CB Chandon Sullivan, LS Andrew DePaola, OT Oli Udoh, DE Jonathan Bullard, QB Nick Mullens, CB Kris Boyd, C/G Austin Schlottman, WR Olabisi Johnson. NEEDS: The Vikings are mired in a salary cap …

Browns top free agents: Who stays, who goes and which positions are a priority?
1 year, 10 months ago

Browns top free agents: Who stays, who goes and which positions are a priority?

New York Times  

We know the Browns will spend March trying to rebuild their defensive line. As it stands five weeks ahead of the start of the new league year, only one of the Browns’ own free agents figures to be a top priority to re-sign in the coming weeks. The Browns would like Brissett back, but even if Brissett doesn’t find a …

What Browns hope to learn at the Senior Bowl and how it can impact free-agent spending
1 year, 10 months ago

What Browns hope to learn at the Senior Bowl and how it can impact free-agent spending

New York Times  

MOBILE, Ala. — Let’s start February with run-through of the Browns’ offseason priorities, potential avenues and reminders on key dates and figures… Browns general manager Andrew Berry spent much of this week watching draft prospects from the sideline at the Senior Bowl. The Browns will soon begin zeroing in on ideas and potential targets for the mid-March start of the …

Seahawks’ 2023 free agents: Geno Smith likely stays, but who goes?
1 year, 10 months ago

Seahawks’ 2023 free agents: Geno Smith likely stays, but who goes?

New York Times  

Geno Smith is Seattle’s most important free agent, but general manager John Schneider and coach Pete Carroll also have several other notable players slated to hit the market this offseason. Schneider in those radio interviews said that he has a “drop-dead number” in negotiations, meaning he’d like to keep Smith in Seattle but at a salary that benefits both parties. …

Navigating NFL without an agent remains tricky proposition
2 years, 3 months ago

Navigating NFL without an agent remains tricky proposition

Associated Press  

Lamar Jackson was still wearing his uniform when he walked into his postgame news conference minutes after the Baltimore Ravens earned a season-opening win over the New York Jets on Sunday. “Certainly we’ve seen athletes be successful in doing so for their rookie deals because at this point in time it’s slotted money and there’s very few terms in the …

Jaguars hope to never have to spend big again in free agency
2 years, 9 months ago

Jaguars hope to never have to spend big again in free agency

Associated Press  

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars hope to never need to spend like this again in free agency. “We’re trying to fix this thing long term, have a vision for the future as we build this thing out, and right now it’s a combination of free agency and the draft,” general manager Trent Baalke said Wednesday at the start of …

If Aaron Donald ‘runs it back’ with Rams, who will join him?
2 years, 9 months ago

If Aaron Donald ‘runs it back’ with Rams, who will join him?

LA Times  

Rams defensive end Aaron Donald celebrates after pressuring Joe Burrow into an incomplete pass to seal the Rams’ Super Bowl LVI win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Last month, on a raucous stage following the Rams’ Super Bowl victory parade, coach Sean McVay implored the emcee to ask star defensive lineman Aaron Donald if he was interested in “running it back,” …

NFL free agency: Chargers need to put money where their defense is
2 years, 9 months ago

NFL free agency: Chargers need to put money where their defense is

LA Times  

Chargers coach Brandon Staley had some headaches with his defense last season. In January, coach Brandon Staley talked about the Chargers’ 2021 defensive problems by noting the attrition the team experienced “up front at the point of attack and in the secondary.” Then, at the NFL scouting combine this month, Staley made a point to mention two areas that need …

Replacing Brady not only challenge Bucs face in free agency
2 years, 9 months ago

Replacing Brady not only challenge Bucs face in free agency

Associated Press  

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: LB Jason Pierre-Paul, G Alex Cappa, C Ryan Jensen, DT Ndamukong Suh, TE Rob Gronkowski, DL Will Gholston, RB Leonard Fournette, TE O.J. Howard, RB Ronald Jones, CB Richard Sherman, RB Giovani Bernard, CB Carlton Davis, S Jordan Whitehead, QB Blaine Gabbert, G Aaron Stinnie, LB Kevin Minter, DT Steve McLendon, T Josh Wells, …

Steelers hit free agency with a little money, a lot of need
2 years, 9 months ago

Steelers hit free agency with a little money, a lot of need

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH STEELERS UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: CB Joe Haden, WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, TE Eric Ebron, CB Ahkello Witherspoon, G Trai Turner, S Terrell Edmunds, LB Miles Killebrew, WR James Washington, QB Josh Dobbs, WR Ray-Ray McCloud, CB Arthur Maulet, C B.J. NEEDS: The Steelers enter free agency technically with one quarterback on the roster in Mason Rudolph, though they plan to …

Scouting the Dolphins’ undrafted free agents: Who can make the team come Week 1?
3 years, 7 months ago

Scouting the Dolphins’ undrafted free agents: Who can make the team come Week 1?

New York Times  

The Dolphins have enjoyed some success in unearthing undrafted rookie gems in recent years. So I thought they had my best interests at heart.” Jerome Johnson, DT, Indiana, 6-2, 320 Brugler’s pre-draft position ranking: 34 of 48 defensive linemen Scouting report : Long-limbed three-technique who plays with an active secondary motor that keeps him working toward the play. Everyone got …

NFL free agency updated Big Board: Trai Turner, Richard Sherman and the top unsigned players
3 years, 7 months ago

NFL free agency updated Big Board: Trai Turner, Richard Sherman and the top unsigned players

New York Times  

Below is a look at the best un-signed NFL free agents. Mitchell Schwartz, OT, Kansas City Chiefs He was limited to six games in 2020 because of a back injury but hadn’t missed a start the previous eight seasons. Bashaud Breeland, CB, Kansas City Chiefs He was a free agent last offseason and did not find a big market, settling …

Anticipating free-agent exodus, Rams’ draft plan to secure secondary is at forefront
3 years, 8 months ago

Anticipating free-agent exodus, Rams’ draft plan to secure secondary is at forefront

LA Times  

The Rams’ Darious Williams, shown intercepting a pass intended for Philadelphia Eagles’ J.J. Arcega-Whiteside last season, should start opposite Jalen Ramsey, but will be a free agent after the season. Safety John Johnson, the defensive signal-caller, and slot cornerback Troy Hill, who scored three touchdowns, signed free-agent contracts with the Cleveland Browns. New defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who succeeds Brandon …

2021 NFL mock draft: QBs go 1-2-3 as Panthers, 49ers, Patriots go big on trades
3 years, 9 months ago

2021 NFL mock draft: QBs go 1-2-3 as Panthers, 49ers, Patriots go big on trades

New York Times  

Buckle up, because it’s about to get wild in the NFL. 114 overall 2022 first-round pick 2022 fourth-round pick Carolina Panthers — Zach Wilson, QB, BYU Our Panthers beat writer, Joseph Person, predicted last week that Deshaun Watson would be the Panthers’ Week 1 starter. 4 overall 2022 third-round pick Atlanta Falcons — Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State It always …

NFL free agency signing grades: Shaquil Barrett, Matt Judon, Aaron Jones and more
3 years, 9 months ago

NFL free agency signing grades: Shaquil Barrett, Matt Judon, Aaron Jones and more

New York Times  

With NFL free agency set to begin on March 17, this is where you can find analysis of every noteworthy deal that is signed. Grade: B The Broncos’ three-year deal with Ronald Darby Ronald Darby was a free agent last offseason and had to settle for a one-year, $3 million contract. Grade: B The Broncos’ $27 million deal with Shelby …

Rams’ salary-cap challenges could have big effect on free agency plans
3 years, 9 months ago

Rams’ salary-cap challenges could have big effect on free agency plans

LA Times  

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay is one player the Rams could be targeting when the NFL free-agent signing period begins. On Monday, when the NFL’s so-called legal tampering period begins 48 hours before the start of free agency, representatives for safety John Johnson, edge rusher Leonard Floyd and cornerback Troy Hill will be fielding offers from suitors positioned to …

NFL free agency signing grades: J.J. Watt, Dak Prescott Cam Newton and more
3 years, 9 months ago

NFL free agency signing grades: J.J. Watt, Dak Prescott Cam Newton and more

New York Times  

With NFL free agency set to begin on March 17, this is where you can find analysis of every noteworthy deal that is signed. Big Board: Current best available free agents The latest: Updated deals around the NFL Predictions: Sheil Kapadia’s free-agency forecast Needs: Holes each team must fill Spenders: Ranking the salary cap space available Fantasy: Implications for skill …

Should Cowboys re-sign any of their defensive free agents? Who stays, who goes
3 years, 10 months ago

Should Cowboys re-sign any of their defensive free agents? Who stays, who goes

New York Times  

With NFL free agency officially beginning on March 17, we have started to take a look at the unrestricted free agents on the Cowboys’ roster. Like Awuzie, Lewis could be retained at the right price, but it seems more likely that the bulk of the Cowboys’ 2021 cornerback snaps will be played by Trevon Diggs, Anthony Brown, Maurice Canady, Reggie …

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