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Panthers Hosting Wave Of Quarterbacks
The Carolina Panthers are hosting quarterback prospects Malik Willis, Kenny Pickett, Matt Corral, Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, and Bailey Zappe for visits, according to Albert Breer of The MMQB. All six of the visits will count towards Carolina's 30 permitted interviews with draft prospects. At this point, unless they trade back, it seems like the […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Jets Release Ryan Griffin
New York Jets tight end Ryan Griffin was released on Monday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. In 2021, he appeared in 14 games (12 starts), catching 27 passes for 261 yards and two touchdowns. The former sixth-round pick has spent nine years in the NFL between the Texans and Jets. However, his stint with New […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Malik Willis Visiting With Falcons, Panthers
Liberty quarterback prospect Malik Willis is scheduled to meet with the Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons (among others) next week, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Willis has already met with the Steelers, Saints, Giants, and Titans, and that list is only growing. As more teams show interest in the 6-foot-1 signal-caller, it looks increasingly likely […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Browns Inquire About Brandin Cooks
Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks has drawn trade interest from the Cleveland Browns, according to a report from Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Evidently, it appears that the Browns are looking to welcome Deshaun Watson to Cleveland by acquiring his former top target in Houston. However, a trade is "unlikely to happen," according to […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Rashaan Evans Signs With Atlanta
Free-agent linebacker Rashaan Evans is in agreement with the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year contract, his agency told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The former first-round pick spent four seasons with the Titans and now gets to reunite with Arthur Smith and Dean Pees, who coached him in Tennessee. Since being drafted, Evans has appeared in 59 […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Darrel Williams Visits Cardinals
Free-agent running back Darrel Williams visited the Arizona Cardinals on Monday, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. The long-time Chief hit the open market this offseason after posting a career-high 1,010 scrimmage yards and eight touchdowns in 2021. The bulk of his work came while operating as a starter in place of the injured Clyde […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Chris Olave Scheduled To Meet With Jets
Ohio State wide receiver Chris Olave is scheduled to meet with the New York Jets, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Undoubtedly, New York is in the market for wide receiver help. They recently missed out on trading for Tyreek Hill but remain linked to many of the draft's top pass-catching prospects. Over his last three […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Jabrill Peppers Could Return Punts
New England Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers, who signed with the team this past week, is viewed as "the favorite right now" to return punts for the team in 2022, according to Zack Cox of NESN. If this comes to fruition, Peppers would replace Gunner Olszewski, who signed with the Steelers. In his own five-year career, […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Noah Fant Seeking Natural Usage With Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks tight end Noah Fant hopes that the team deploys him in a way that feels more natural and appropriate this coming season, according to Will Petersen of 104.3 The Fan. The former first-round pick said he was drafted to "get down the field, make those explosive plays, and kind of be that pass […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Deebo Samuel Could Have Easy Path To Extension
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel could have a smooth path to negotiating a contract extension this offseason, writes NBC Sports' Matt Maiocco. The current trend of the market has put Samuel's next contract in the $22 million to $24 million per year range, establishing a very reasonable and less complicated negotiating process for […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
N'Keal Harry Likely Done In New England
New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry is likely in his final days with the team. ESPN's Mike Reiss reports that, following Saturday's acquisition of DeVante Parker, it appears that the Patriots will cut or trade Harry this offseason. The former first-round pick has been a major letdown, catching 57 passes for 598 yards and […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Odell Beckham Jr. Drew Interest From Patriots
Free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. drew interest from the Patriots, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. However, New England instead opted to trade for DeVante Parker. Beckham is the top receiver on the market right now, giving him plenty of leverage in negotiations. On one hand, returning to the Browns or Rams makes sense given […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Colin Kaepernick Willing To Accept Backup Role
Free-agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick acknowledged that even if he signs a contract following Saturday's workout at Michigan, he likely won't be given a starting job right away. The 34-year-old said, "I know right now the situation likely won't allow me to come in, step into a starting role. To teams that have questions, I'd love […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Ndamukong Suh Interested In Returning To Buccaneers
Free-agent defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh took to Twitter to voice his interest in re-signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The not-so-subtle 35-year-old wrote, "Congrats to Todd Bowles on becoming head coach of a great team that still feels one man light on talent." Suh, of course, was commenting on Bowles' promotion from defensive coordinator to […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Kyle Juszczyk Has Option Exercised By 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers have exercised fullback Kyle Juszczyk's contract options for 2023 through 2025, keeping him with the team for the next four years, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Undoubtedly the league's best fullback (he's the FB1 in fantasy for each of the last seven seasons), Juszczyk will earn $3.775 million this […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Ryan Griffin Re-Signs With Bucs
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have re-signed quarterback Ryan Griffin, according to ESPN's Field Yates. Obviously, he'll occupy a depth role behind Tom Brady once again. Between two years with the Saints and seven with the Buccaneers, Griffin has attempted just four passes — all of which came in one game (Week 9, 2019, against the […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Malik Turner Visits Cardinals
Free-agent wide receiver Malik Turner visited the Arizona Cardinals on Wednesday, according to ESPN's Field Yates. Turner, 26, spent the last two years of his career in Dallas following a two-year stint with the Seahawks. This past season, he caught just 12 passes for 149 yards and three touchdowns, mainly occupying a depth role that […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Robert Tonyan Currently Ahead Of Schedule
Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan (knee), who missed more than half of the 2021 season due to a torn ACL, is currently ahead of schedule in his recovery, according to a report from Zach Kruse of The Packers Wire. Still, general manager Brian Gutekunst cautioned that although Tonyan is progressing well, "you guys […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Browns Won't Rush To Trade Baker Mayfield
The Cleveland Browns intend to take a patient approach in regards to a potential trade of quarterback Baker Mayfield, according to Josina Anderson of USA TODAY. The team doesn't feel pressured into trading the former No. 1 pick, and it's very possible that they keep him on their roster this coming season in case Deshaun […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Daniel Jones Will Be Ready This Spring
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (neck), who missed the last six games of the 2021 season, will be "healthy and ready to go" this spring, head coach Brian Daboll told the media on Tuesday. Just days after ownership gave him a vote of confidence, Jones' injury status received an equally promising update. However, there's […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Matt Ammendola Released By Jets
New York Jets kicker Matt Ammendola was released on Tuesday, the team announced. The 25-year-old appeared in 11 games last season, connecting on 14 of 15 extra points. However, he went just 13-for-19 on field-goal tries. Much like he was replaced by Eddy Pineiro midseason, Tuesday's release follows the Jets decision to sign both Pineiro […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
No Timeframe On Potential Punishment For Deshaun Watson
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson could be facing a suspension from the NFL, but it's unlikely to be announced anytime soon. "Our people are working on it, obviously these are serious charges so we're looking at this seriously," commissioner Roger Goodell said on Tuesday, adding that "there's no timeframe" on a decision. Watson, of course, […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Irv Smith Jr. Won't Be Rushed Into Action
Minnesota Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. (knee) won't be rushed back into action, head coach Kevin O'Connell said. "We're going to be smart with Irv," said the first-year leader of the coaching staff. "There's no reason why he can't hit the ground running from a mental perspective this spring." Smith, of course, missed all […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
DK Metcalf, Seahawks Not Yet Negotiating Extension
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said that the team and wide receiver DK Metcalf have yet to engage in extension talks, according to Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times. Carroll noted, "We intend for him to be with us. We'd love to figure that out. We are in a normal kind of mode this […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Jesse Winker Takes Reps At First Base
Seattle Mariners outfielder Jesse Winker wore a first baseman's glove and fielded grounders from infield coach Perry Hill on Sunday, according to Ryan Divish. Acquired from the Reds earlier this month, Winker has never played the infield before, let alone first base. However, it appears the Mariners are exploring their options at the position now […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Zac Gallen Unlikely To Be Ready For Opening Day
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen (shoulder) is "unlikely to be ready to take the ball in the second game of the season," writes Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. Hindered by a shoulder injury, Gallen threw a two-inning simulated game on Friday and should take the mound in a spring training contest soon. However, Arizona […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Nick Castellanos Will Make Phillies Debut On Sunday
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos, who signed a five-year deal last week, will make his team debut against the Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon. He's expected to start in left field. The 30-year-old demonstrated an impressive All-Star season in 2021, slashing .309/.362/.576 through 138 games with the Phillies. He added 34 homers and 100 RBI […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Blake Treinen Not A Lock For Closer Role
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts wouldn't commit to using Blake Treinen as the team's closer this season, according to Bill Plunkett of the Orange County Register. Asked about the team's plans for a closer in the post-Kenley Jansen era, Roberts said, "I think the easy answer is Blake [Treinen]. But I don't know if […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Zack Wheeler Throws Simulated Inning
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler (flu, shoulder) threw a simulated inning against multiple batters, including Bryce Harper, on Saturday. He battled shoulder soreness for most of the offseason and came down with the flu last week, but this latest development is another very positive step in the right direction. The right-hander was stellar last season, […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago
Manny Machado Dealing With Back Tightness
San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado was scratched from Saturday's Spring Training lineup due to back tightness, the team announced. Although no additional updates were provided, it's very possible that Machado's removal from the lineup was merely a precaution. Last season, he slashed .278/.347/.489 with 28 homers, 106 RBI, 63 walks, 102 strikeouts, and […]
Andersen Pickard 3 years ago