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Blue Jays Placing Josh Donaldson On DL, Teoscar Hernandez Coming Up
The Toronto Blue Jays placed third baseman Josh Donaldson (shoulder) on the 10-day disabled list with right shoulder inflammation on Friday and recalled outfielder Teoscar Hernandez from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. Donaldson also dealt with shoulder problems this spring, so it's a troubling development for the power hitter. However, it's unclear how long […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoDez Bryant Not On Redskins Radar
Free-agent wide receiver Dez Bryant, released by the Cowboys on Friday, is not currently on the Washington Redskins radar, according to sources. Bryant is getting long in the tooth and hasn't reached 1,000 yards in three straight seasons, and he led the NFL in drops in 2017. However, he's still only 29 years old and […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoSeahawks Sign Stephen Morris
The Seattle Seahawks signed free-agent quarterback Stephen Morris on Friday to add depth behind Russell Wilson, according to multiple national media reports. This comes a day after the team postponed a planned visit with free-agent QB Colin Kaepernick. Morris has never played in a regular season game in the NFL but has been with the […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoJets Waive Jeremy Langford
The New York Jets waived running back Jeremy Langford on Friday. Langford spent his first two years with the Bears in 2015 and 2016, and he managed to rush 210 times for 737 yards and 10 touchdowns in those years, but he spent last season bouncing around practice squads. The 26-year-old is obviously nowhere near […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoChargers Waive Kenneth Farrow, Nick Rose
The Los Angeles Chargers waived running back Kenneth Farrow and place kicker Nick Rose on Friday. Farrow was on Injured Reserve all of last season. Rose's release means Caleb Sturgis and Roberto Aguayo will compete for the kicking job this summer.
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoMark Sanchez Suspended
Free-agent quarterback Mark Sanchez has been suspended for the first four games of the 2018 season after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs, according to a source. Sanchez spent last year languishing with the Bears but didn't even see any time on the field, and he hasn't started a game since 2015. Somebody could give Sanchez […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoSebastian Janikowski Agrees With Seahawks
Free-agent place kicker Sebastian Janikowski agreed on a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks on Friday, according to a source. Janikowski spent 18 years with the Raiders but missed all of last season with an injury. Despite being long in the tooth, Janikowski still boasts a strong leg and should be an upgrade on Blair […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoJ.D. McKissic Signs Tender Offer
Seattle Seahawks exclusive-rights free-agent running back J.D. McKissic signed his one-year tender offer on Friday. McKissic impressed with 46 carries for 187 yards and a touchdown on the ground while catching 34 passes for an extra 266 yards and two touchdowns through the air last year. However, he'll be competing with the likes of Mike […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoDion Lewis, Derrick Henry Expected To Share Backfield
Tennessee Titans running back Dion Lewis told Bruce Murray and Brady Quinn on SiriusXM Blitz that, "They're going to use both of us," with the other back being Derrick Henry. Lewis also said Tennessee attracted him in free agency because they were going to give him the chance to share the rushing load with Henry. […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoDez Bryant Blames Teammates For Release
Former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant blamed "Garrett guys" for spearheading his release on Friday. "I'll say this right here: I believe that 'Garrett guys' [are to blame]. I would say that," Bryant said in response to a question from Jane Slater on the idea that some teammates had a role in the decision […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoDion Jordan Signs Tender Offer
Seattle Seahawks restricted free-agent linebacker Dion Jordan signed his one-year tender offer on Thursday to return to the team, according to a source. The 28-year-old was a first-round bust for the Dolphins in 2013, but he had a career-high four sacks for Seattle last year and the team's coaching staff is high on him moving […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoSeahawks Cancel Visit With Colin Kaepernick
The Seattle Seahawks postponed their scheduled visit with free-agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick because he declined to stop kneeling during the national anthem next season, according to league sources. Kaepernick has become a polarizing figure in the NFL, even though he didn't play at all in 2017. It remains to be seen if he'll get another […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoReuben Foster Charged With Three Felonies
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster has been charged with three felonies, including domestic violence, in connection with his arrest in February, according to the Santa Clara District Attorney's office. Officials said Foster "physically attacked" his live-in girlfriend, leaving "her bruised and with a ruptured eardrum." Foster reportedly dragged her by the hair, physically threw […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoRaiders Optimistic On Khalil Mack Talks
Both Oakland Raiders defensive end Khalil Mack and the team have been in communication about a possible long-term contract extension, and general manager Reggie McKenzie isn't worried that the pass rusher isn't taking part in voluntary offseason workouts. "This is going to be a big contract and all sides are trying to make everything work," […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoDolphins To Visit With Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield
The Miami Dolphins have visits scheduled with Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen and Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield on Thursday, according to a source. The Dolphins pick at No. 11 overall in this year's draft, but they'd likely have to trade up to have any shot at selecting either signal caller. The Dolphins and head coach Adam […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoLandon Collins May Need Surgery
New York Giants safety Landon Collins' arm isn't healing as quickly as doctors had hoped, and he may need surgery to insert a plate, according to sources. If he needs the surgery, he'll likely need six to eight weeks to return to full football activities. That'd mean that Collins would miss offseason workouts but be […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoFred Jackson Set To Retire With Bills
Former NFL running back Fred Jackson is working on signing a one-day contract to retire with the Buffalo Bills. Jackson last played in 2015 with the Seahawks, but before that he played eight seasons with the Bills. His best campaign came in 2009, rushing 237 times for a career-high 1,062 yards (4.5 yards per carry) […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoCameron Meredith Heading To Saints
The New Orleans Saints are officially signing restricted free-agent wide receiver Cameron Meredith away from the Bears. They will pay him $9.6 million over two years with $5.4 million in guarantees. Meredith missed all of 2017 after suffering a torn ACL, but he caught 66 passes for 888 yards and four touchdowns as a sophomore […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoOdell Beckham Jr. Not Expected To Be Traded
Teams around the league no longer think the New York Giants will trade wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. before or during the NFL draft, according to sources. Several weeks ago it looked like a real possibility that the Giants would deal the talented receiver, but things changed when they were asking for two first-rounders in […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoJets To Pick Up Leonard Williams' Option
The New York Jets plan on exercising defensive end Leonard Williams' fifth-year player option before the May 3 deadline, according to a source. Williams was the No. 6 overall pick in the 2015 draft and will turn 24 this summer. He's scheduled to make $2.975 million in 2018, and his contract won't be full guaranteed […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoSebastian Janikowski Visits With Seahawks
Free-agent place kicker Sebastian Janikowski met with the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday, according to a source. The veteran Janikowski, drafted in the first round in 2000, missed the entire 2017 season due to injury and is nearing the end of the line. The Seahawks already have Jason Myers as their kicker, but they could be […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoKhalil Mack Seeking A Lot Of Guaranteed Money
Oakland Raiders pass rusher Khalil Mack, who was absent for the start of voluntary workouts on Monday, is seeking in excess of $65 million in guarantees in a long-term deal. He's scheduled to earn $13.846 million under his fifth-year option in 2018. NFL Network's Steve Wyche said not to expect a deal for Mack before […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoJets To Visit With Sam Darnold
The New York Jets are scheduled to visit with USC quarterback Sam Darnold in the coming days, according to a source. Darnold is also set to visit with the Giants this week. Darnold is one of the hottest quarterback prospects in the draft, and there's a good chance the Browns will select him first overall. […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoJets Sign Charles Johnson
The New York Jets signed free-agent wide receiver Charles Johnson on Tuesday. He was released by the Panthers on July 25 of last year after having surgery on his right knee. He had 60 catches for 834 yards (13.9 yards per catch) in three years with the Vikings from 2014 to 2016. It'll be hard […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoTim Wright Signs With Chiefs
Free-agent tight end Tim Wright, who hasn't played a game in the NFL since 2015, announced on Instagram that he signed a contract with the Kansas City Chiefs on Tuesday. The 26-year-old missed all of 2016 after tearing the ACL in his knee and was cut by the Detroit Lions after the preseason in 2017. […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoTitans Agree With Michael Campanaro
The Tennessee Titans agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent wide receiver/kick returner Michael Campanaro on Tuesday. Campanaro averaged 11.4 yards on 37 punt returns and 26.4 yards on nine kick returns in four seasons with the Ravens. He also had 31 catches for 310 yards and two touchdowns in his short career. The 27-year-old […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoDolphins Turned Down Deal For C.J. Anderson
The Miami Dolphins nixed a trade that would have netted them Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson in exchange for right tackle Ja'Wuan James, according to multiple NFL sources. Despite recording his first 1,000-yard season in 2017, Anderson is due $4.5 million in 2018 with no dead salary cap money if he's traded or released, […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoGiants Like Sam Darnold
The New York Giants have the No. 2 overall pick in this month's draft and are expected to select USC quarterback Sam Darnold if he's available, according to an NFL talent evaluator. "They don't like Josh Rosen," the evaluator said. However, the Browns could easily take Darnold at first overall, making the Giants go in […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoEli Manning's Future In New York Uncertain
Beyond the 2018 season, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning's future is uncertain. "This league, it's one year at a time. That's kind of how it goes. I need to go out there and play well this year, and that's all I'm looking forward to," Manning said. The team's brass hasn't said anything regarding Manning […]
Keith Hernandez 7 years agoOdell Beckham Jr. Arrives For Offseason Workouts
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. hasn't spoken with head coach Pat Shurmur yet, but he has arrived for the start of the team's offseason program. "He's a professional and I'm glad he's here today," Shurmur said. OBJ has been the subject of trade rumors this offseason and is trying to come back […]
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