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NFL | At least two teams talking trade for Deebo Samuel (Fri Apr 26, 02:21 PM) [jump to this story] Cowboys | Dallas not hiding its love for Jonathon Brooks (Fri Apr 26, 01:09 PM) [jump to this story] Eagles | A.J. Brown contract details (Fri Apr 26, 11:55 AM) [jump to this story] |
Falcons | Atlanta attempted to trade up for Laiatu Latu Fri Apr 26, 02:54 PM
UCLA DE Laiatu Latu was reportedly a consideration for the Atlanta Falcons with the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft before the team settled on University of Washington QB Michael Penix Jr., according to Steve Wyche of NFL Network. Per Wyche, the Falcons tried to trade back into the first round in an attempt to draft Latu, who was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the 15th pick.
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NFL | At least two teams talking trade for Deebo Samuel Fri Apr 26, 02:21 PM
Updating a previous report, San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel appears more likely to be traded at this point than teammate Brandon Aiyuk. According to Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi, the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots are the two teams showing the most interest in acquiring Samuel - presumably with their selections at the top of the second round.
| Footballguys view: Things change pretty quickly around here. Aiyuk and the team want to come to an agreement on a long-term deal, but there was some thought he might be traded during the draft. The 49ers selected Florida WR Ricky Pearsall in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, so perhaps trading Samuel would make sense. |
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Panthers | Jaycee Horn locked in with Carolina for another year Fri Apr 26, 01:51 PM
Carolina Panthers CB Jaycee Horn had his fifth-year team option exercised on Friday, April 26.
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Cowboys | Ezekiel Elliott expected to return to Dallas Fri Apr 26, 01:23 PM
Free-agent RB Ezekiel Elliott (Patriots) appears increasingly likely to return to the Dallas Cowboys to complement and help mentor the rookie running back the team is expected to select at some during the 2024 NFL Draft on Friday, April 26.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here. Jerry Jones loves Elliott, and the two reunite for another season. We still think the Cowboys draft a running back at some point in the NFL draft. |
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Cowboys | Dallas not hiding its love for Jonathon Brooks Fri Apr 26, 01:09 PM
University of Texas RB Jonathon Brooks (knee) is 'a good player' who is 'high, high (on our board),' according to Dallas Cowboys team owner Jerry Jones.
| Footballguys view: Brooks is arguably the best back in this class. He's a balanced runner who can keep plays alive after contact. We think the Cowboys draft him and then make him the starter with Ezekiel Elliott there as a veteran backup (if/when signed). |
NFL | Two teams eyed trade-up for Tyler Guyton Fri Apr 26, 12:09 PM
The Washington Commanders and New England Patriots attempted to trade back into the first round to select Oklahoma OT Tyler Guyton, who was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys at No. 29 overall.
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Eagles | A.J. Brown contract details Fri Apr 26, 11:55 AM
Philadelphia Eagles WR A.J. Brown signed a three-year contract extension worth $96 million Thursday, April 25. The deal includes $84 million guaranteed and a $19.875 million signing bonus. Brown's base salaries now are $1.125 million (2024), $1.17 million (2025), $28.75 million (2026), $20.75 million (2027), $30.75 million (2028) and $29.75 million (2029). There is a 2025 option bonus of $28.58 million fully guaranteed at signing. His base salaries in 2024 and 2025 are fully guaranteed at signing, and his 2026 base salary becomes fully guaranteed in 2025. $4 million of his 2027 base salary becomes guaranteed in 2026. Brown has $250,000 offseason workout bonuses from 2025-2029 and $1 million offseason roster bonuses in 2028 and 2029. The deal includes $51 million fully guaranteed at signing. Another $29 million becomes fully guaranteed in March 2025, and the final $4 million becomes fully guaranteed in March 2026.
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Patriots | Pats check in on Brandon Aiyuk Fri Apr 26, 10:36 AM
San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk has been the subject of trade conversations with the New England Patriots.
| Footballguys view: The 49ers and Aiyuk have expressed interest in getting a long-term deal done. However, if the right deal came along then you'd see him dealt. |
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Rams | Matthew Stafford seeking contract revision Fri Apr 26, 10:30 AM
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is seeking a contract revision that would allot him more guaranteed money past the 2024 season.
| Footballguys view: We'll see if the Rams oblige. Once thought to be on the verge of retirement, Stafford has another chapter left. In 2025, Stafford is on the books for $50.5 million with $47 million remaining in dead money. There's an out in his contract after that season, and we'll see where his health is at and if the Rams have other ideas. |
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Ravens | Nate Wiggins' coach went to bat for him Fri Apr 26, 10:24 AM
Baltimore Ravens first-round pick CB Nate Wiggins received the support of Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney, who repeatedly texted the Ravens, urging them to select the corner.
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Bills | Buffalo fielding calls for 33rd overall pick Fri Apr 26, 01:04 AM
Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane said that their phone was 'already ringing' with teams looking to acquire the first selection of Round 2 (33rd overall).
Link to story Falcons | Kirk Cousins confused by selection of Michael Penix Fri Apr 26, 12:55 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins was said to be frustrated and confused by the team's selection of QB Michael Penix Jr, according to Cousins' agent, who noted that the team did not utilize its first-round pick to improve the club for 2024.
| Footballguys view: Not to sound cold, but he'll be alright. Football isn't forever, and the Falcons need to make plans for the future. Cousins is coming off an Achilles' injury and if he gets banged up again, the team wants to be ready with a good backup. Penix was arguably the best pure passer in the class, and he could start - and star - as soon as the team needs him. |
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Packers | Jordan Morgan a no-brainer for Green Bay Fri Apr 26, 12:35 AM
Green Bay Packers OT Jordan Morgan was 'an easy decision' to select with the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, according to general manager Brian Gutekunst.
Link to story Cowboys | Tyler Guyton an option at left tackle? Fri Apr 26, 12:29 AM
Dallas Cowboys OT Tyler Guyton has the athleticism to play left tackle in the NFL, according to head coach Mike McCarthy.
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Seahawks | Seattle was high on Byron Murphy II Fri Apr 26, 12:18 AM
Seattle Seahawks DT Byron Murphy II was the team's highest graded defensive player in the 2024 NFL Draft, according to general manager John Schneider.
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Raiders | Las Vegas never serious about moving up Fri Apr 26, 12:13 AM
Las Vegas Raiders general manager Tom Telesco said he didn't try 'particularly hard' to move up in the 2024 NFL Draft.
| Footballguys view: The Raiders may have wanted LSU QB Jayden Daniels, but he wasn't getting away from Washington at no.2 overall. They may have selected QB Michael Penix, but when the Falcons shocked everyone and took him at no.8 the Raiders just stayed put at no.13. With that pick, the Raiders secured a fine tight end in Brock Bowers. |
49ers | Deebo Samuel on the move? Fri Apr 26, 12:07 AM
San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel is more likely to be traded than WR Brandon Aiyuk, according to teams that Michael Silver of the San Francisco Chronicle has spoken with.
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49ers | Niners select Ricky Pearsall Thu Apr 25, 11:39 PM
Florida WR Ricky Pearsall was selected by the San Francisco 49ers with the 31st overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Panthers | Carolina adds a weapon for Bryce Young Thu Apr 25, 11:35 PM
South Carolina WR Xavier Legette was selected by the Carolina Panthers with the 32nd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Ravens | Baltimore strengthens secondary Thu Apr 25, 11:35 PM
Clemson CB Nate Wiggins was selected by the Baltimore Ravens with the 30th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Cowboys | Dallas snags Tyler Guyton Thu Apr 25, 11:34 PM
Oklahoma OT Tyler Guyton was selected by the Dallas Cowboys with the 29th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Chiefs | Xavier Worthy joins the champs Thu Apr 25, 11:22 PM
Texas WR Xavier Worthy was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs with the 28th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Cardinals | Darius Robinson lands in the desert Thu Apr 25, 11:20 PM
Missouri DL Darius Robinson was selected by the Arizona Cardinals with the 27th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Buccaneers | Graham Barton headed to Tampa Bay Thu Apr 25, 11:13 PM
Duke C Graham Barton was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the 26th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Packers | Green Bay bolsters offensive line Thu Apr 25, 11:08 PM
Arizona OT Jordan Morgan was selected by the Green Bay Packers with the 25th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Lions | Detroit lands Terrion Arnold Thu Apr 25, 11:02 PM
Alabama CB Terrion Arnold was selected by the Detroit Lions with the 24th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Steelers | Troy Fautanu to play at tackle Thu Apr 25, 10:51 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers OT Troy Fautanu will play offensive tackle, but head coach Mike Tomlin declined to say whether Fautanu would start at left tackle or right tackle.
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Jaguars | Brian Thomas picked by Jacksonville Thu Apr 25, 10:49 PM
Louisiana State WR Brian Thomas Jr. was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the 23rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Eagles | Philly adds Quinyon Mitchell Thu Apr 25, 10:48 PM
Toledo CB Quinyon Mitchell was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles with the 22nd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Colts | Laiatu Latu surprised by new home Thu Apr 25, 10:40 PM
Indianapolis Colts DE Laiatu Latu said he had little contact with the team ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft and was surprised when the Colts selected him with the 15th overall pick.
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Dolphins | Chop Robinson selected by Miami Thu Apr 25, 10:39 PM
Penn State DE Chop Robinson was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Jets | Brock Bowers was in the mix for New York Thu Apr 25, 10:34 PM
Las Vegas Raiders TE Brock Bowers, who was selected with the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, was 'obviously in consideration throughout the process' for the New York Jets, according to general manager Joe Douglas. 'One of the best players in the draft,' Douglas said. 'It was a tough decision, really.'
Link to story Steelers | Pittsburgh drafts Troy Fautanu Thu Apr 25, 10:33 PM
Washington OT Troy Fautanu was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 20th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Rams | Jared Verse selected by the Rams Thu Apr 25, 10:24 PM
Florida State DE Jared Verse was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the 19th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Titans | JC Latham pegged for left tackle Thu Apr 25, 10:22 PM
Tennessee Titans OT JC Latham will start at left tackle this season, according to general manager Ran Carthon.
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Bengals | Amarius Mims joining Cincinnati Thu Apr 25, 10:17 PM
Georgia OT Amarius Mims was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals with the 18th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Vikings | Minnesota adds Dallas Turner Thu Apr 25, 10:08 PM
Alabama DE Dallas Turner was selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Seahawks | Byron Murphy drafted by the Seahawks Thu Apr 25, 10:06 PM
Texas DT Byron Murphy II was selected by the Seattle Seahawks with the 16th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Colts | Indianapolis selects Laiatu Latu Thu Apr 25, 09:54 PM
UCLA DE Laiatu Latu was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the 15th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Saints | Taliese Fuaga drafted by the Saints Thu Apr 25, 09:47 PM
Oregon State OT Taliese Fuaga was selected by the New Orleans Saints with the 14th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Raiders | Vegas adding Brock Bowers Thu Apr 25, 09:36 PM
Georgia TE Brock Bowers was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders with the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Broncos | Bo Nix joining Broncos Thu Apr 25, 09:35 PM
Oregon QB Bo Nix was selected by the Denver Broncos with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Jets | NYJ drafts Olumuyiwa Fashanu Thu Apr 25, 09:24 PM
Penn State OT Olumuyiwa Fashanu was selected by the New York Jets with the 11th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Vikings | J.J. McCarthy selected by Vikings Thu Apr 25, 09:23 PM
Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy was selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 10th overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Bears | Chicago adds Rome Odunze Thu Apr 25, 09:10 PM
Washington WR Rome Odunze was selected by the Chicago Bears with the ninth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Chargers | Bolts declined Justin Herbert trade inquiries Thu Apr 25, 09:06 PM
Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert was pursued by the New England Patriots and Minnesota Vikings ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, but trade attempts were met with 'a flat no,' league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Falcons | Michael Penix joining Falcons Thu Apr 25, 09:04 PM
Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. was selected by the Atlanta Falcons with the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Titans | Tennessee drafts JC Latham Thu Apr 25, 08:56 PM
Alabama OT JC Latham was selected by the Tennessee Titans with the seventh overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Giants | Malik Nabers drafted by the Giants Thu Apr 25, 08:55 PM
Louisiana State WR Malik Nabers was selected by the New York Giants with the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Chargers | LAC selects Joe Alt Thu Apr 25, 08:45 PM
Notre Dame OT Joe Alt was selected by the Los Angeles Chargers with the fifth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
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