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Anthony Bradford Working Hard to Win Back Starting Job

04-Jul-2025

Seattle Seahawks offensive guard Anthony Bradford is a big, powerful blocker who doesn't seem like an ideal fit for an outside zone scheme that suits more athletic linemen. However, ESPN's Brady Henderson writes that Bradford looked trimmer this...

Source: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson

Published: 6 months ago

Byron Young Still Improving?

04-Jul-2025

Despite the fact that Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Byron Young has already had two strong seasons in the NFL with 15.5 sacks, outside linebackers coach Joe Coniglio said he's noticed how "intentional" Young has been going into his third...

Source: ESPN.com - Sarah Barshop

Published: 6 months ago

Jonathan Gannon has Been Impressed With Cody Simon

04-Jul-2025

Arizona Cardinals rookie fourth-round inside linebacker Cody Simon has caught the attention of head coach Jonathan Gannon in a short amount of time this offseason, according to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss. "He's definitely flashed here," Gannon said. "We...

Source: ESPN.com - Josh Weinfuss

Published: 6 months ago

SirVocea Dennis has Impressive Offseason

04-Jul-2025

ESPN's Jenna Laine writes that Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker SirVocea Dennis had one of the most impressive offseasons of any defender on the team. "First day of OTAs, made one of the best plays I've ever seen a linebacker make," linebacker...

Source: ESPN.com - Jenna Laine

Published: 6 months ago

Trevor Penning Could Still Have a Role in New Orleans

04-Jul-2025

The New Orleans Saints didn't pick up offensive lineman Trevor Penning's fifth-year option, but they clearly believe in him enough after moving him to left guard, writes ESPN's Katherine Terrell. Penning came into the league with the expectation...

Source: ESPN.com - Katherine Terrell

Published: 6 months ago

T.J. Watt Likely to Reset the Edge-Rush Market

04-Jul-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro pass-rusher T.J. Watt is due to around $21 million in the last year of his current contract, but the question for the Steelers is whether they are willing to pay a player that will turn 31 this fall upwards of $40...

Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero

Published: 6 months ago

Omar Khan, Steelers Agree to Three-Year Contract

03-Jul-2025

NFL.com's Coral Smith reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers have signed general manager Omar Khan to a new three-year contract on Thursday. The financial details were not noted. Khan has been a member of the Steelers' organization since 2001, but...

Source: Coral Smith

Published: 6 months ago

Calvin Austin III Making Case for No. 2 Role

03-Jul-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver coach Zach Azzanni noted during the team's minicamp that he believes wide receiver Calvin Austin III is poised to step into the offense's No. 2 pass-catching role. "I think that '2' spot is all Calvin's right...

Source: Brooke Pryor

Published: 6 months ago

Chau Smith-Wade Having Stellar Offseason

03-Jul-2025

ESPN's David Newton writes that it was obvious to teammates that Carolina Panthers second-year linebacker Chau Smith-Wade had a stellar offseason and will be a factor for the team in 2025. "Man, I think he's been the most impressive player," Pro...

Source: ESPN.com - David Newton

Published: 6 months ago

Divine Deablo Could be the Quarterback of the Defense

03-Jul-2025

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris thinks that linebacker Divine Deablo is capable of wearing the green dot as essentially the quarterback of the defense in 2025, according to ESPN's Marc Raimondi. Morris has been impressed with Deablo's...

Source: ESPN.com - Marc Raimondi

Published: 6 months ago

Isaiah Rodgers a Likely Starter for the Vikings

03-Jul-2025

ESPN's Kevin Seifert writes that Minnesota Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers showed playmaking ability while also showing off his speed as a kickoff returner during offseason workouts, demonstrating why the Vikings think he's a likely starter for...

Source: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert

Published: 6 months ago

Jacob Monk Sees Plenty of Work With Starters

03-Jul-2025

With Green Bay Packers center Elgton Jenkins skipping the entire offseason program, second-year center Jacob Monk got the bulk of the work with the starters, according to ESPN's Rob Demovsky. "He's done a nice job," head coach Matt LaFleur said of...

Source: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky

Published: 6 months ago

Avonte Maddox has Impressed Dan Campbell

03-Jul-2025

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said he sees new defensive back Avonte Maddox as a guy who will "fit right in with us" after evaluating him during the offseason program, according to ESPN's Eric Woodyard. Maddox is a Detroit native and...

Source: ESPN.com - Eric Woodyard

Published: 6 months ago

Ruben Hyppolite Shows Notable Improvement

03-Jul-2025

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson singled out rookie fourth-round linebacker Ruben Hyppolite as the player that the coaches saw the most improvement from this spring, according to ESPN's Courtney Cronin. Hyppolite saw plenty of run with the...

Source: ESPN.com - Courtney Cronin

Published: 6 months ago

Commanders Coaches Impressed With Daron Payne

03-Jul-2025

The Washington Commanders' coaching staff noticed that defensive tackle Daron Payne showed more leadership and was more outgoing around the building this offseason, per ESPN's John Keim. Head coach Dan Quinn said Payne had "laser focus" this...

Source: ESPN.com - John Keim

Published: 6 months ago

Danny Gray Makes Impression During Offseason Workouts

03-Jul-2025

ESPN's Tim McManus writes that Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Danny Gray made an impression this offseason during OTAs and minicamp practices open to reporters, using his 4.33-second speed to stretch the field and accelerate past defenders on...

Source: ESPN.com - Tim McManus

Published: 6 months ago

Dane Belton Should Have a Role in 2025

03-Jul-2025

New York Giants safety Dane Belton was making plays seemingly every practice this spring and had three interceptions in the five workouts open to the media. ESPN's Jordan Raanan writes that the former fourth-rounder in 2022 will have a role as the...

Source: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan

Published: 6 months ago

Kaiir Elam Flashes During Offseason Workouts

03-Jul-2025

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Kaiir Elam started only 12 games in three seasons with the Buffalo Bills with two interceptions before the Cowboys acquired him in a trade, but he flashed on numerous occasions in OTAs and minicamp, according to ESPN's...

Source: ESPN Dallas - Todd Archer

Published: 6 months ago

Oronde Gadsden an Active Pass-Catcher This Offseason

02-Jul-2025

ESPN's Kris Rhim writes that Los Angeles Chargers rookie fifth-round tight end Oronde Gadsden was the most active pass-catcher during offseason workouts and became a favorite target of quarterback Justin Herbert. Gadsden's size (6-foot-5, 250...

Source: ESPN.com - Kris Rhim

Published: 6 months ago

Brashard Smith's Speed Could be Put to Use

02-Jul-2025

ESPN's Adam Teicher writes that judging from how rookie seventh-round running back Brashard Smith was used in offseason practices, the Kansas City Chiefs have plans for him. The 22-year-old ran a 4.39-second 40-yard dash at the scouting combine...

Source: ESPN.com - Adam Teicher

Published: 6 months ago

Pat Bryant Off to a Good Start

02-Jul-2025

Denver Broncos rookie third-round wide receiver Pat Bryant consistently showed physicality to win contested catches during the team's offseason program, according to ESPN's Jeff Legwold. Additionally, quarterback Bo Nix showed the confidence to...

Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Published: 6 months ago

Cody Barton Quickly Becoming a Leader With his New Team

02-Jul-2025

Tennessee Titans linebacker Cody Barton has already become a mentor to the team's young inside linebackers, especially second-year linebacker James Williams, according to ESPN's Turron Davenport. Barton is proving to be a much-needed savvy veteran...

Source: ESPN.com - Turron Davenport

Published: 6 months ago

Montaric Brown has Worked With Starters

02-Jul-2025

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Montaric Brown worked with the starters during offseason workouts and consistently made plays during spring practices, including two end-zone pass breakups in red-zone drills in minicamp. ESPN's Michael DiRocco...

Source: ESPN.com - Michael DiRocco

Published: 6 months ago

Maxwell Hairston Facing Sexual-Assault Lawsuit

02-Jul-2025

Buffalo Bills rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston has been named in a civil lawsuit related to an alleged incident that happened in 2021, according to WKBW.com. Bryant Law Center and Meyers & Flowers filed the Lawsuit on Tuesday, and a woman is...

Source: WKBW.com

Published: 6 months ago

Tai Felton's Rookie Season Likely to be Spent on Special Teams

02-Jul-2025

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Tai Felton was a third-round selection by the organization in the 2025 NFL Draft. Needless to say, he joined a crowded pass-catching group consisting of Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and T.J. Hockenson. The...

Source: Alec Lewis - The Athletic

Published: 6 months ago

LeQuint Allen Jr. to Have Receiving Role for Jaguars?

02-Jul-2025

Jacksonville Jaguars running back LeQuint Allen Jr. landed in a crowded backfield after being selected by the team in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Syracuse. The Jags also selected Virginia Tech running back Bhayshul Tuten and...

Source: John Shipley -- JaguarReport

Published: 6 months ago

Justin Walley Turning Heads Going into Rookie Season

02-Jul-2025

Indianapolis Colts rookie third-round cornerback Justin Walley has been turning heads throughout the offseason program with his aggressiveness and impressive instincts, giving him a chance to have a significant role on defense in his first year in...

Source: ESPN.com - Stephen Holder

Published: 6 months ago

Jamari Thrash Establishing Himself as Reliable Option

02-Jul-2025

ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi writes that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jamari Thrash, who caught only three passes as a rookie in 2024 after being taken in the fifth round, took advantage of opportunities in an unproven receiver room during offseason...

Source: ESPN.com - Daniel Oyefusi

Published: 6 months ago

Grayson Murphy Could Provide Rotational Pass-Rush Depth

02-Jul-2025

Miami Dolphins linebacker Grayson Murphy could provide situational or rotational pass-rush depth if he continues his production from offseason workouts into training camp this summer, writes ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques. Murphy made splash plays...

Source: ESPN.com - Marcel Louis-Jacques

Published: 6 months ago

Joe Andreessen in a Good Position to Compete for Backup Job

02-Jul-2025

Buffalo Bills linebacker Joe Andreessen has put himself in a good position to compete for the backup middle linebacker job in training camp this summer, according to ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg. Andreessen was mostly a special-teams player as a...

Source: ESPN.com - Alaina Getzenberg

Published: 6 months ago

Bhayshul Tuten Needs to Improve Pass Protection

02-Jul-2025

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten was one of the fastest players in the 2025 NFL draft and ran a 4.32-second 40-yard dash at the scouting combine, which was the fastest among RBs. Tuten has often been compared to Miami's...

Source: Jacksonville Florida Times-Union - Demetrius Harvey

Published: 6 months ago

T.J. Watt Trying to Become Highest-Paid Non-QB?

02-Jul-2025

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac said on the Rich Eisen Show that Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro pass-rusher T.J. Watt is in a stalemate with the team regarding a contract extension because he "wants to be the highest-paid non-quarterback"...

Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Gerry Dulac

Published: 6 months ago

Joshua Palmer Could be a Sleeper

02-Jul-2025

The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia has Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer listed as a sleeper after signing a three-year deal with the team in the offseason. Buscaglia writes that Palmer's potential role and impact in this year's passing offense...

Source: The Athletic - Joe Buscaglia

Published: 6 months ago

Laviska Shenault Jr. on the Bubble

02-Jul-2025

The Athletic's Joe Buscaglia lists Buffalo Bills wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. on the bubble watch heading into training camp. Shenault is likely best suited for the X receiver role behind Keon Coleman, and his run-after-the-catch skills and...

Source: The Athletic - Joe Buscaglia

Published: 6 months ago

Raheem Blackshear to Work Mostly As Special-Teamer

02-Jul-2025

Carolina Panthers running back Raheem Blackshear will "almost exclusively be a special teams player" in 2025 if the team elects to keep a fourth RB around beyond training camp, writes The Charlotte Observer's Alex Zietlow. The Panthers only kept...

Source: The Charlotte Observer - Alex Zietlow

Published: 6 months ago

Rico Dowdle, Trevor Etienne to Split Carries?

02-Jul-2025

The Charlotte Observer's Alex Zietlow writes that Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle will split carries with rookie Trevor Etienne as the backups to lead back Chuba Hubbard in 2025. Dowdle is coming of a 1,000-yard season with the Dallas...

Source: The Charlotte Observer - Alex Zietlow

Published: 6 months ago

Chuba Hubbard Should See Majority of Touches in 2025

02-Jul-2025

The Charlotte Observer's Alex Zietlow writes that Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard "will still get the overwhelming majority of the touches" this year. Hubbard was the team's bell-cow back in 2024 with 712 snaps. He carried the ball...

Source: The Charlotte Observer - Alex Zietlow

Published: 6 months ago

Breece Hall Aiming to Prove He is "Still One of the Best in the League"

01-Jul-2025

New York Jets running back Breece Hall has had a turbulent start to his NFL career. The first ball carrier selected in the 2022 NFL Draft (No. 36 overall) suffered a torn ACL in Week 7 of his rookie campaign after an excellent start. He averaged...

Source: NFL.com

Published: 6 months ago

Steelers Not Planning to Trade T.J. Watt

01-Jul-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt has been in the thick of trade rumors this offseason, and the team's activity on the trade market on Monday has only fanned the flames of those rumors. However, NFL.com's Bobby Kownack reports that the...

Source: NFL.com

Published: 6 months ago

Negotiations on 18-Game Season Not Expected Until Next Year

01-Jul-2025

The NFL Players Association is not expected to engage in formal negotiations with the league and its owners on a potential 18-game regular season until at least early next year, according to people familiar with the deliberations. It makes it...

Source: The Washington Post - Mark Maske

Published: 6 months ago

Steelers Have Talked With Tyler Boyd

01-Jul-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers reporter Mark Kaboly said on 93.7 The Fan that the team has had talks with free-agent wide receiver Tyler Boyd. It comes a day after Boyd said he's "absolutely" be interested in playing for the Steelers. It's unclear if a...

Source: 93.7 The Fan - Mark Kaboly

Published: 6 months ago

Darren Waller Coming Out of Retirement to Play for Dolphins

01-Jul-2025

The Miami Dolphins are finalizing a trade with the New York Giants on Tuesday for former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller, who is coming out of retirement, sources tell NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Waller retired last summer after catching 52 of...

Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero

Published: 6 months ago

Jalen Ramsey Could Move Around in Pittsburgh

01-Jul-2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers see new cornerback Jalen Ramsey as an outside corner, a slot corner and potentially as a safety, according to Mark Kaboly. The Steelers acquired Ramsey, tight end Jonnu Smith, and a seventh-round pick in 2027 from the Miami...

Source: Mark Kaboly

Published: 6 months ago

Jonnu Smith to be Used in Hybrid Role

01-Jul-2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers view new tight end Jonnu Smith as a tight end, a slot wide receiver and a fullback and will use him in a hybrid role in offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's offense. Despite already having tight end Pat Freiermuth, the...

Source: Mark Kaboly

Published: 6 months ago

Commanders, Terry McLaurin Not Close on Contract Extension

01-Jul-2025

ESPN's Adam Schefter said on The Pat McAfee Show on Monday that there is no update on contract talks between the Washington Commanders and wide receiver Terry McLaurin, "and that's the problem." "There is quite a gap between what both sides want...

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Published: 6 months ago

Raiders Not Interested in Trading Michael Mayer

01-Jul-2025

The Las Vegas Review-Journal's Vincent Bonsignore reports that the Las Vegas Raiders are not interested in trading tight end Michael Mayer. It comes after reports that the Miami Dolphins were interested in acquiring Mayer from the Raiders after...

Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal - Vincent Bonsignore

Published: 6 months ago

Rumors Still Swirling Around Potential T.J. Watt Trade

30-Jun-2025

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that despite the Pittsburgh Steelers' unwillingness to trade superstar pass rusher T.J. Watt, the 30-year-old remains unhappy with his contract situation. Furthermore, Schefter notes that some sources believe "outside...

Source: Adam Schefter

Published: 6 months ago

Tyler Boyd Interested in Playing for Steelers

30-Jun-2025

Free-agent wide receiver Tyler Boyd said he thinks he still has "a few more years" left in the NFL and would "absolutely" be interested in playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers after spending the first eight years of his NFL career with the...

Source: Pittsburgh Sports Now - Austin Bechtold

Published: 6 months ago

Dolphins Now Looking to Acquire a Tight End

30-Jun-2025

After the Miami Dolphins traded tight end Jonnu Smith and cornerback Jalen Ramsey to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday in exchange for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, the team is now in conversations with multiple team about acquiring a tight end,...

Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero

Published: 6 months ago

L'Jarius Sneed Says he's Healthy

30-Jun-2025

Tennessee Titans cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (quadriceps) said at his recent football camp that he's "ready to get back on the field" after missing the team's final 12 games in 2024 with a quadriceps injury. The 28-year-old defensive back didn't...

Source: A To Z Sports - Buck Reising

Published: 6 months ago

Minkah Fitzpatrick Heading Back to Miami

30-Jun-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick is being traded to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for cornerback Jalen Ramsey, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Ramsey trade was announced just before it was known that Fitzpatrick was...

Source: Adam Schefter

Published: 6 months ago

Jonnu Smith Shipped to Pittsburgh

30-Jun-2025

The Miami Dolphins are trading Pro Bowl tight end Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a late-round pick swap, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. The 29-year-old had the best season of his career in 2024, posting 88 receptions for 884...

Source: Ian Rapoport

Published: 6 months ago

Steelers Acquiring Jalen Ramsey

30-Jun-2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers are trading for Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey, according to NFL insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport. The seven-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro selection has been rumored to be on the way out of Miami all...

Source: Tom Pelissero

Published: 6 months ago

NFL Won't Hold Supplemental Draft This Year

29-Jun-2025

The NFL informed teams that for the second straight year, they will not hold a supplemental draft this summer, sources told The Athletic. The supplemental draft is an option for draft-eligible players who did not declare for the regular NFL draft...

Source: The Athletic - Jayna Bardahl and Dane Brugler

Published: 6 months ago

Damon Arnette Getting Second Chance With Texans

29-Jun-2025

Cornerback Damon Arnette was taken 19th overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in 2020 but played only 13 games over two seasons before being released in November of 2021 after brandishing a weapon and threatening someone's life in a viral video. He was...

Source: KPRC 2 Sports - Aaron Wilson

Published: 6 months ago

Deommodore Lenoir Arrested for Obstruction of Justice

29-Jun-2025

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir was arrested in Los Angeles on Thursday night on a charge of obstruction of justice, according to the police. The 25-year-old was released from jail on Friday morning and is scheduled to appear in...

Source: ESPN.com

Published: 6 months ago

Marvin Harrison Jr. Expected to Make Second-Year Jump

28-Jun-2025

The Athletic's Doug Haller reports that the Arizona Cardinals expect second-year wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. to take the next step in 2025. Aside from the muscle that the Ohio State product added to his frame, quarterback Kyler Murray noted that...

Source: Doug Haller

Published: 6 months ago

Jalin Hyatt Looking to Flip the Script in 2025

28-Jun-2025

New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt reported recently on the Giants Huddle podcast that he's transformed his body ahead of his third pro season. "I played at like 170, 171 last year, I'm about 194, 195 now," said Hyatt. "I felt like that was...

Source: Coral Smith

Published: 6 months ago

Dylan Sampson Being Used as a Receiver

28-Jun-2025

Cleveland Browns rookie fourth-round running back Dylan Sampson received work "as a running back and a receiver" during minicamp, according to RBs coach Duce Staley. Staley went on to add that Sampson "is able to go play in the slot and also he's...

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Dan Labbe

Published: 6 months ago

Carson Schwesinger Figures to be in Full-Time Role in 2025

28-Jun-2025

Cleveland Browns rookie second-round linebacker Carson Schwesinger figures to be in a full-time role that could include calling defensive signals at some point early in his first year in the NFL, according to The Athletic's Zac Jackson. The Browns...

Source: The Athletic - Zac Jackson

Published: 6 months ago

Cedric Tillman Should Have Full-Time Role

28-Jun-2025

The Athletic's Zac Jackson writes that the Cleveland Browns are banking on wide receiver Cedric Tillman building on his big stretch in the middle of last season since they didn't draft a receiver and only added Diontae Johnson in free agency....

Source: The Athletic - Zac Jackson

Published: 6 months ago

Bryce Young Looking More Comfortable, Showing More Intensity

28-Jun-2025

The Athletic's Joseph Person writes that Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young has shown an increased comfort level in his second year in head coach Dave Canales' offensive system, especially when he carved up the first-team defense in the red...

Source: The Athletic - Joseph Person

Published: 6 months ago

Roman Wilson Could Fit Nicely With Aaron Rodgers

28-Jun-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Roman Wilson excelled on in-breaking routes over the middle of the field in college at Michigan, which should fit quarterback Aaron Rodgers' skills nicely, according to The Athletic's Mike DeFabo. However, it...

Source: The Athletic - Mike DeFabo

Published: 6 months ago

Josh Simmons on Schedule to Open the Year as a Starter

28-Jun-2025

Kansas City Chiefs rookie offensive tackle Josh Simmons (knee) worked as the starting left tackle during offseason practices despite coming off a torn patellar tendon in his final year in college at Ohio State. Per ESPN's Adam Teicher, barring a...

Source: ESPN.com - Adam Teicher

Published: 6 months ago

Contract Length an Issue for Cowboys, Micah Parsons

28-Jun-2025

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero says that Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and All-Pro pass-rusher Micah Parsons already had a handshake deal months ago on a new contract extension, but the length of the pending extension is where the current hangup...

Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero

Published: 6 months ago

Broncos Unsure How Their Running Back Room Will Look

28-Jun-2025

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton isn't ready to project what the running back room will look like come September, writes ESPN's Jeff Legwold. Rookie second-rounder RJ Harvey and free-agent addition J.K. Dobbins are expected to be the top two...

Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Published: 6 months ago

Russell Wilson Not the Only Leader in Giants Clubhouse

28-Jun-2025

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. said that quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston have been sharing leadership duties this offseason in the team's clubhouse. "I wouldn't say leader of the pack because Jameis and Russ, they...

Source: NFL.com - Nick Shook

Published: 6 months ago

Jihaad Campbell to Begin at Inside Linebacker

27-Jun-2025

Philadelphia Eagles rookie first-round linebacker Jihaad Campbell (shoulder), who didn't fully take part in the offseason program after having shoulder surgery in March, will start at inside linebacker since "there's a lot more to learn there,"...

Source: ESPN.com - Tim McManus

Published: 6 months ago

Josh Conerly Jr. to Play Right Tackle for Now

27-Jun-2025

The belief is that Washington Commanders rookie first-round offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. could move to left tackle in the long term. However, he'll play right tackle for now, according to ESPN's John Keim. The Commanders have yet to hand him...

Source: ESPN.com - John Keim

Published: 6 months ago

Tyleik Williams Expected to Fill Big Role Right Away

27-Jun-2025

ESPN's Eric Woodyard writes that Detroit Lions rookie first-round defensive tackle Tyleik Williams could play a big role right away as he's expected to fill in for starting defensive tackle Alim McNeill (knee) as he recovers from a torn ACL that...

Source: ESPN.com - Eric Woodyard

Published: 6 months ago

Malaki Starks Should Make an Immediate Impact

27-Jun-2025

ESPN's Jamison Hensley writes that Baltimore Ravens rookie first-round safety Malaki Starks' maturity should make him an immediate impact player in his first year in the NFL. "You throw a situation at him, and he knows," head coach John Harbaugh...

Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley

Published: 6 months ago

James Pearce Jr. Impressing the Falcons

27-Jun-2025

Atlanta Falcons rookie first-round defensive end James Pearce Jr. has impressed the team as potentially one of the best pure pass-rusher's in this year's NFL draft. "Been really [pleased] at his willingness to really collaborate with the people...

Source: ESPN.com - Marc Raimondi

Published: 6 months ago

Jaxson Dart has "Excellent" Spring

27-Jun-2025

New York Giants rookie first-round quarterback Jaxson Dart had an "excellent" spring, according to head coach Brian Daboll. During offseason workouts, Dart confirmed the team's decision to trade back into the first round to select him, as Daboll...

Source: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan

Published: 6 months ago

Donovan Jackson has Inside Track on Starting Job

27-Jun-2025

ESPN's Kevin Seifert writes that there is every reason to believe that Minnesota Vikings rookie first-round offensive guard Donovan Jackson has the inside track to emerge from training camp this summer as a starter. Jackson worked with the...

Source: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert

Published: 6 months ago

Matthew Golden Appears Set for Significant Role

27-Jun-2025

ESPN's Rob Demovsky writes that Green Bay Packers rookie first-round wide receiver Matthew Golden appears set for a significant role on offense with the likes of Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks with Christian Watson (knee) still...

Source: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky

Published: 6 months ago

Derrick Harmon in Line to Start

27-Jun-2025

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie first-round defensive tackle Derrick Harmon is in line to start right away in his first year in the NFL. "He goes out there with the 1s," defensive line coach Karl Dunbar said. "He's our left starting defensive tackle....

Source: ESPN.com - Brooke Pryor

Published: 6 months ago

Jahdae Barron Primarily Working at Cornerback

27-Jun-2025

Denver Broncos rookie first-round cornerback Jahdae Barron played outside corner, nickel, safety and dime linebacker in college at Texas, but right now, the Broncos are primarily working him out at cornerback -- both outside and in the slot --...

Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold

Published: 6 months ago

Browns Sign Andre Szmyt to One-Year Deal

26-Jun-2025

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent placekicker Andre Szmyt to a one-year, $840,000 contract. Szmyt was on Cleveland's roster this offseason until the team waived him earlier in the month. However, he's...

Source: Jeremy Fowler

Published: 6 months ago

Patriots Waive Wilfried Pene

26-Jun-2025

Per the team, the New England Patriots have waived rookie defensive lineman Wilfried Pene. The 24-year-old signed with the team as an undrafted free agent on May 12 after four collegiate seasons with Virginia Tech. Pene played in 34 games for the...

Source: New England Patriots

Published: 6 months ago

Aaron Rodgers Lauds DK Metcalf as "Big Reason" Behind Move to Pittsburgh

26-Jun-2025

In a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers noted newly acquired wide receiver DK Metcalf as a big reason he chose to land with the team. "DK is a lead-by-example guy," said the veteran. "He's a big...

Source: Nick Shook

Published: 6 months ago

Emeka Egbuka to Have Big Role in the Offense

26-Jun-2025

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka is expected to have a big role in the offense in his first year in the NFL, especially with Chris Godwin recovering from ankle surgery, according to ESPN's Jenna Laine. Egbuka is...

Source: ESPN.com - Jenna Laine

Published: 6 months ago

Grey Zabel in Line to Start at Left Guard

26-Jun-2025

ESPN's Brady Henderson writes that it's become clear that Seattle Seahawks rookie first-round offensive guard Grey Zabel is in line to start at left guard in his first year in the NFL. Zabel has taken all of the first-team reps during offseason...

Source: ESPN.com - Brady Henderson

Published: 6 months ago

Bengals Still High on Shemar Stewart

26-Jun-2025

Despite the fact that Cincinnati Bengals rookie first-round defensive end Shemar Stewart was the only first-rounder that didn't take part in any offseason workouts due to a contract dispute, the coaching staff remains high on him. "It's a lesson...

Source: ESPN.com - Ben Baby

Published: 6 months ago

Bengals Staying in Downtown Cincinnati Through 2036

26-Jun-2025

The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County agreed to principle terms for a new lease that will keep the Bengals in Cincinnati playing home games at Paycor Stadium through June of 2036, with 10 additional option years that could extend the lease...

Source: Bengals.com

Published: 6 months ago

Bucky Irving Improves Footwork and Pass Protection

26-Jun-2025

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving, who is expected to see more opportunities in 2025, has improved his footwork and pass protection, according to head coach Todd Bowles. "He got to where he needed to be, but his footwork wasn't always...

Source: The Athletic - Dan Pompei

Published: 6 months ago

Justin Tucker Receives 10-Game Suspension

26-Jun-2025

Free-agent kicker Justin Tucker received a 10-game suspension from the NFL on Thursday, according to league insider Ian Rapoport. The eight-time All-Pro was released by the Baltimore Ravens this offseason after allegations of sexual misconduct by...

Source: Ian Rapoport

Published: 6 months ago

Will Levis Has Been "Good Teammate" this Offseason

26-Jun-2025

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis finds himself as the backup quarterback to No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, just one season after he was looking to establish himself as the franchise QB of the future. Levis showed a few flashes of upside in...

Source: ESPN

Published: 6 months ago

Tyler Shough Prepared for Ups and Downs of Rookie Season

26-Jun-2025

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough was selected in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, and veteran signal-caller Derek Carr (shoulder) announced his retirement shortly after. This leaves Shough as the favorite to win the QB1 job in...

Source: NFL.com

Published: 6 months ago

John Harbaugh High on Devontez Walker

26-Jun-2025

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devontez Walker was a fourth-round selection in last year's NFL Draft, but the North Carolina product only played in nine games and caught just one pass for 21 yards and a touchdown. Entering his sophomore campaign,...

Source: NFL.com

Published: 6 months ago

Ogbo Okoronkwo Cut Loose By Browns

26-Jun-2025

The Cleveland Browns released defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo on Thursday, according to NFL.com. The veteran was set to enter the final year of his three-year, $19 million contract in 2025 but is now set to hit free agency. In 30 games as a...

Source: NFL.com

Published: 6 months ago

Walter Nolen III Fitting in Well Early On

26-Jun-2025

Arizona Cardinals rookie first-round defensive tackle Walker Nolen III has impressed coaches and teammates right away during OTAs and minicamp and looks the part while fitting into a veteran defensive line room from not only a physical...

Source: ESPN.com - Josh Weinfuss

Published: 6 months ago

Jalon Walker Making Seamless Transition to the NFL

26-Jun-2025

ESPN's Marc Raimondi writes that people have done nothing but rave about Atlanta Falcons rookie first-round linebacker Jalon Walker, from his physical abilities to his football acumen. The Georgia Bulldog alumni has made a seemingly seamless...

Source: ESPN.com - Marc Raimondi

Published: 6 months ago

Kenneth Grant Impressing With his Work Ethic

26-Jun-2025

ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques writes that Miami Dolphins rookie first-round defensive tackle Kenneth Grant has impressed during offseason workouts with his work ethic and mentality away from the football field. Head coach Mike McDaniel said that...

Source: ESPN.com - Marcel Louis-Jacques

Published: 6 months ago

Tyler Booker Viewed as Day 1 Starter

26-Jun-2025

Dallas Cowboys rookie first-round offensive guard Tyler Booker is being viewed as a Day 1 starter heading into his first NFL season, according to ESPN's Todd Archer. "Whether it's the responsibilities that he has to bring to the huddle or whether...

Source: ESPN Dallas - Todd Archer

Published: 6 months ago

Buccaneers Extend Todd Bowles, Jason Licht

26-Jun-2025

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced on Thursday that they signed head coach Todd Bowles and general manager Jason Licht to multi-year contract extensions. Bowles' extension is for three seasons, according to sources, and will push his deal through...

Source: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Published: 6 months ago

Justin Fields Putting in the Work

26-Jun-2025

New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields is impressing the coaching staff this offseason with his work ethic as he heads into his first season with the team. "He's going out there and he's busting his a-; trying to be the best quarterback he can be...

Source: The Athletic - Zack Rosenblatt

Published: 6 months ago

Mykel Williams has Received Positive Reviews

25-Jun-2025

San Francisco 49ers rookie first-round defensive end Mykel Williams has earned positive early reviews for his willingness to learn from veteran pass-rusher Nick Bosa and linebacker Fred Warner, according to ESPN's Nick Wagoner. "He's got a lot of...

Source: ESPN.com - Nick Wagoner

Published: 6 months ago

Kelvin Banks Jr. Looking Like Saints' Future Left Tackle

25-Jun-2025

ESPN's Katherine Terrell writes that the New Orleans Saints seem prepared to make rookie first-round offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. their future starting left tackle, which will free up last year's first-rounder, Taliese Fuaga, to move to right...

Source: ESPN.com - Katherine Terrell

Published: 6 months ago

Armand Membou Expected to Start at Right Tackle

25-Jun-2025

New York Jets rookie first-round offensive tackle Armand Membou will be the Week 1 starter at right tackle for the Jets, barring something unforeseen, according to ESPN's Rich Cimini. Membou moves extremely well for being 332 pounds -- he ran a...

Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini

Published: 6 months ago

Ashton Jeanty has Made a Strong Impression

25-Jun-2025

Las Vegas Raiders rookie first-round running back Ashton Jeanty has made a strong impression within the organization, according to ESPN's Ryan McFadden. Head coach Pete Carroll said Jeanty was "every bit" of what the team hoped for during...

Source: ESPN.com - Ryan McFadden

Published: 6 months ago

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