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Falcons Won't Retain Vic Beasley
The Atlanta Falcons announced that they will not try to re-sign impending free-agent outside linebacker Vic Beasley. He was the eighth overall pick in the 2015 draft and led the league in sacks with 15.5 in 2016. However, he fell off drastically after that with just five sacks in both 2017 and 2018. Beasley finished […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTwins Could Be Interested In Taijuan Walker
The Minnesota Twins could be interested in signing starting pitcher Taijuan Walker to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training. The Mariners are also known to be interested in a reunion with the former first-round pick. Walker, 27, has made just four starts over the last two seasons because of Tommy John […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTwins Add Jhoulys Chacin
The Minnesota Twins signed starting pitcher Jhoulys Chacin to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training on Sunday. Chacin was 3-12 with a rough 6.01 ERA with the Brewers and Red Sox in 2019, but the 32-year-old has been in the league for 11 years and should provide a nice veteran presence […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoMookie Betts Expected To Be Traded
Trade talks involving Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts continue to progress, and it's now expected that he's traded either Monday or Tuesday. There seems to be good momentum for the Dodgers landing the superstar outfielder, but the Padres are still in the mix and were still talking to Boston as of Sunday. If he […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoBrowns Hiring Joe Woods As Defensive Coordinator
The Cleveland Browns will be hiring San Francisco 49ers defensive backs coach and passing game coordinator Joe Woods as their next defensive coordinator on Monday, according to a league source. Woods and new Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski worked together with the Vikings. Pass rusher Myles Garrett is expected to be reinstated from his indefinite […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoChris Jones Wants To Stick Around For The Long Haul
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones, who will be a free agent in March, said after the Super Bowl win on Sunday that he wants to stay with the team for a long time. "Kansas City, I know I don't talk about it much but I want to be a Chief for life. I […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTom Brady Not Demanding Over $30 Million
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, who will be a free agent in March, isn't believed to be demanding $30 million or more a season, according to a source. Seeing Brady return to the only organization he's known wouldn't be surprising, but it remains to be seen if there's mutual interest from both sides. The […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTitans Non-Committal On Ryan Tannehill
The Tennessee Titans front office has yet to decide on quarterback Ryan Tannehill, who will become an unrestricted free agent in March, according to sources. The 31-year-old took over for Marcus Mariota and led the team to an AFC Championship appearance against the Chiefs. But the Titans aren't sure if he is worth the price […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPanthers Want To See Cam Newton Work Out In March
The Carolina Panthers want to see quarterback Cam Newton (foot) work out on the field in March when he's healthy, according to a source. They would like to evaluate him to make a decision on his future. "They want to at least give him a shot, see where he's at," the team source said. "Then […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoSuper Bowl Busts? Players To Consider Avoiding In DFS
The big game is finally here, and it feels a little strange that the Patriots won't be representing the AFC in this year's Super Bowl for the first time since 2016. Instead, it'll be a Chiefs team featuring a high-flying offense under mastermind Andy Reid, with superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes leading the ship. Will they […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoMets Not Discussing Trades For Dominic Smith
The New York Mets currently don't have any active trade talks involving first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith, according to sources. The assumption is that Smith would be a likely trade candidate now that the Mets signed first baseman Matt Adams on Friday. They also have All-Star Peter Alonso entrenched as the everyday starter at the position. […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoDelanie Walker Could Be Salary Cap Casualty
Tennessee Titans tight end Delanie Walker could be a salary cap casualty this offseason. Walker, who will be 36 in 2020, has played in just eight games the last two seasons due to injuries for Tennessee and has just 25 receptions for 267 yards and two touchdowns in that span, could be nearing the end […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoGreg Olsen Will Consider Redskins
Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen, who agreed to part ways with the Panthers, would consider signing with the Washington Redskins and reuniting with head coach Ron Rivera, according to a person familiar with the situation. The soon-to-be 35-year-old needs to consider if he'll continue playing, and he'll have broadcasting opportunities to fall back on […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoBrowns Moving Forward With Odell Beckham Jr.
The Cleveland Browns want to move forward with Odell Beckham Jr. (abdomen), but how present he is during organized activities and the offseason program might go a long way in determining that. He had core surgery after the season ended, so it remains to be seen how much he'll take part in spring practices. Trade […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoMelky Cabrera Wants To Play Another Couple Years
Free-agent outfielder Melky Cabrera is interested in playing for another couple of years. Cabrera played in 133 games for the Pirates last season and was productive, hitting .280/.313/.399 with seven home runs and 47 RBI in 378 at-bats. The 35-year-old switch-hitter typically hits for a high average with his high-contact profile -- he's a career […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTravis Kelce, Chris Jones Ready For Super Bowl
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (knee) and defensive tackle Chris Jones (calf) were full participants in practice for the third straight day on Friday and are not on the final injury report for the Super Bowl against the 49ers on Sunday. Neither player was in any danger of missing the big game this […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoTevin Coleman Practices In Full Friday
San Francisco 49ers running back Tevin Coleman (shoulder), linebacker Kwon Alexander (pectoral) and safety Jaquiski Tartt (ribs) all practiced in full on Friday and were taken off the final injury report for the Super Bowl against the Chiefs this Sunday. Coleman dislocated his right shoulder in the NFC Championship, but he'll be available to play […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years ago49ers Want George Kittle Around A Long Time
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch said that the team wants All-Pro tight end George Kittle around for "a long, long time." The third-year tight end will be in the final year of his rookie season in 2020. Kittle broke the single-season receiving record for a tight end in 2018 with 88 catches for […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoDrew Lock Excited About New Offensive Scheme
Denver Broncos quarterback Drew Lock is excited about the team's new offensive scheme under new offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur and quarterbacks coach Mike Shula. Lock went 4-1 as a starter in his rookie season and is looking forward to taking the next step after throwing for 1,020 yards and seven touchdowns. He'll also focus on […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoCubs, Rockies Have Discussed Kris Bryant, Nolan Arenado Swap
The Chicago Cubs and Colorado Rockies have discussed a one-for-one trade that would send third baseman Kris Bryant to Colorado in exchange for Nolan Arenado. The Rockies would pay at least some of Arenado's salary ($234 million over the next seven years) in the proposed deal. Apparently Arenado would also love to play for the […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoDodgers Won't Deal Gavin Lux To Land Mookie Betts
The Los Angeles Dodgers will not trade shortstop prospect Gavin Lux (baseball's No. 2 prospect per MLB Pipeline) in order to land Boston Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts, but they are willing to deal outfielder Alex Verdugo. The depth that the Dodgers have in their minor league system is why they are a serious contender […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoDerek Holland Signs With Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed pitcher Derek Holland to a minor league deal on Friday, according to an industry source. He'll receive an invite to spring training and can opt out of his deal if he's not on the Opening Day roster. Holland made 51 relief appearances for the Cubs and Giants in 2019, posting an […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoCurtis Granderson Hangs Up His Cleats
Former New York Yankees and New York Mets outfielder Curtis Granderson announced his retirement on Friday after a successful 16-year career. The 38-year-old was a lifetime .249 hitter with 344 home runs and 937 RBI. He began his career with the Tigers and also played for the Blue Jays, Brewers and Marlins. Grandy hit just […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoFrank Gore Wants To Keep Playing
Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore, who will be a free agent in March, wants to continue his playing career at 36 years old, and he wouldn't mind returning to the Miami Dolphins. Gore, a surefire future Hall of Famer, averaged just 3.6 yards per carry on 166 totes for Buffalo in 16 games (eight […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoRyan Fitzpatrick Confirms He's Returning For Another Season
Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick confirmed that he will play again in 2020. All things considered, Fitzpatrick exceeded expectations with a rebuilding Dolphins club last year, and they'd like him back to potentially be a bridge for a rookie quarterback. Miami has the No. 5 overall selection in this year's draft and are expected to […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoMarquise Brown Wasn't Healthy In Rookie Season
Baltimore Ravens team officials acknowledged that rookie wide receiver Marquise Brown (foot) wasn't fully healed from his foot surgery from a year ago in 2019. As a result, the Ravens expect Brown to be faster and more impactful in his second year in the NFL. Despite not being 100 percent, Hollywood Brown tied a team […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoKenny Golladay In Line For Massive Extension?
Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay, a late addition to last week's Pro Bowl as an alternate, could be in line for a big contract extension after leading the league with 11 touchdowns and topping 1,000 yards receiving for the second straight season. "They better hurry up and pay Kenny," NFL Network analyst James Jones […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoAlex Cobb Looking, Feeling Good
Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said that starting pitcher Alex Cobb (back, hip, knee) looked good while watching him throw a side session during minicamp earlier this month. "He looked great, he felt great, so that's huge news for us," Hyde said. Cobb made just three starts for the O's last season due to multiple […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoPanthers Parting Ways With Greg Olsen
The Carolina Panthers and tight end Greg Olsen have mutually agreed to part ways after nine seasons together. However, the three-time Pro Bowler who has played 13 NFL seasons said he still wants to continue playing. The 34-year-old was set to count $11.675 million against the salary cap in 2020. Olsen became the first tight […]
Keith Hernandez 5 years agoRaiders May Be Interested In Robby Anderson
The Las Vegas Raiders, who were interested in trading for New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson at last year's trade deadline, could look to sign him when he becomes a free agent this March. Anderson will likely be too expensive for the Jets to keep, and he should receive plenty of interest around the […]
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