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Packers | Aaron Rodgers unlikely to leave Green Bay (Tue Jan 26, 03:48 PM) [jump to this story] Rams | GM refuses to commit to Jared Goff (Tue Jan 26, 02:47 PM) [jump to this story] Buccaneers | Antonio Brown should be ready (Tue Jan 26, 12:29 PM) [jump to this story] |
Ravens | Mark Andrews may receive extension Mon Jan 25, 06:25 PM
Baltimore Ravens TE Mark Andrews is one of the players the team will try to sign to a contract extension, according to general manager Eric DeCosta.
| Footballguys view: That sounds about right. Andrews, a third-round pick out of Oklahoma in the 2018 NFL draft, is not only a favorite target of QB Lamar Jackson but he's one of the best tight ends in the game. Heading into a contract year in 2021, Andrews could get paid sooner rather than later in a move that would ultimately save the Ravens money so long as Andrews continues to play at a high level. |
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Patriots | New England works out Jordan Suell Mon Jan 25, 06:05 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Jordan Suell (Southern Oregon) recently worked out for the New England Patriots.
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Saints | Four allowed to hit free agency Mon Jan 25, 06:03 PM
New Orleans Saints practice squad LS John Denney, WR Tommylee Lewis, C Cameron Tom and PK Blair Walsh had their contracts expire Monday, Jan. 25.
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Rams | Derrick Moncrief no longer under contract Mon Jan 25, 06:00 PM
Los Angeles Rams practice squad LB Derrick Moncrief had his contract expire Monday, Jan. 25.
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Browns | Two set free by Cleveland Mon Jan 25, 05:59 PM
Cleveland Browns practice squad DT Sheldon Day and DB Donovan Olumba had their contracts expire Monday, Jan. 25.
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Ravens | Baltimore parts with eight Mon Jan 25, 05:55 PM
Baltimore Ravens practice squad DB Terrell Bonds, OTs Jordan Mills and R.J. Prince, TE Sean Culkin, CB Pierre Desir, OG Parker Ehinger, DB Jayron Kearse and C Greg Mancz had their contracts expire Monday, Jan. 25.
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Vikings | Daronte Jones leaving for LSU Mon Jan 25, 05:51 PM
Minnesota Vikings defensive backs coach Daronte Jones is expected to be named as the new defensive coordinator at Louisiana State University, according to Bruce Feldman of The Athletic.
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Buccaneers | Tampa Bay demotes two Mon Jan 25, 05:47 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers DB Javon Hagan and OG Ted Larsen reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Jan. 25.
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Chiefs | Kansas City sends two back to practice squad Mon Jan 25, 05:44 PM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Marcus Kemp and DB Chris Lammons reverted back to the practice squad Monday, Jan. 25.
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Chiefs | Prince Tega Wanogho cut Mon Jan 25, 05:42 PM
Kansas City Chiefs OT Prince Tega Wanogho was released from the practice squad Monday, Jan. 25.
Link to story Buccaneers | Tampa Bay parts with Earl Watford Mon Jan 25, 05:35 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers OG Earl Watford was waived Monday, Jan. 25.
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Texans | David Culley to talk with Houston on Wednesday Mon Jan 25, 05:20 PM
Updating a previous report, Baltimore Ravens assistant head coach/wide receivers coach David Culley is scheduled to have his second interview with the Houston Texans regarding their head coaching vacancy on Wednesday, Jan. 27.
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Packers | Ten sign futures deals with Green Bay Mon Jan 25, 05:17 PM
Free-agent LBs Tipa Galeai and De'Jon Harris, OG Zack Johnson, TE Isaac Nauta, DLs Willington Previlon and Anthony Rush, RBs Mike Weber and Dexter Williams, CB Stanford Samuels and P Ryan Winslow signed Reserve/Future contracts with the Green Bay Packers on Monday, Jan. 25.
| Footballguys view: Weber and Williams are players to watch in super deep dynasty formats. Partly because of their skill but partly because the Packers running back room is going to look different in 2021. Both Aaron Jones and Jamaal Williams are set to be unrestricted free agents this offseason. |
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Cardinals | Sean Kugler to oversee running game Mon Jan 25, 05:04 PM
Arizona Cardinals offensive line coach Sean Kugler assumed the title of run game coordinator Monday, Jan. 25. Kugler will continue to serve in his current post as well.
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Eagles | Philly was intrigued by Luke Fickell Mon Jan 25, 04:59 PM
University of Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell was given 'an extremely close look' by the Philadelphia Eagles before they opted to name Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni as their new head coach, according to Bruce Feldman of The Athletic.
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Steelers | Matt Canada officially promoted to OC Mon Jan 25, 04:58 PM
Updating previous reports, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks coach Matt Canada was named as the team's offensive coordinator Monday, Jan. 25.
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Panthers | Mike Phair moving on from Carolina Mon Jan 25, 04:55 PM
Carolina Panthers defensive line coach Mike Phair will not return to the team for the 2021 season.
Link to story Panthers | Carolina inks a pair of assistants Mon Jan 25, 04:43 PM
Updating previous reports, Detroit Lions quarterbacks coach Sean Ryan and Jacksonville Jaguars Assistant offensive line coach Tony Sparano Jr. were officially hired to take over the same posts with the Carolina Panthers on Monday, Jan. 25.
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Chargers | Joe Lombardi tabbed to run LAC offense Mon Jan 25, 04:35 PM
Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints quarterbacks coach Joe Lombardi agreed to terms to become the new offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday, Jan. 25.
| Footballguys view: Lombardi has been a rising star in coaching circles over the last five years with the Saints. He'll be in charge of running an offense with potential superstar quarterback Justin Herbert. His relationship with Herbert will be key, but Lombardi has learned a lot working with Drew Brees and Matthew Stafford (for one year) before that. |
Rams | Jake Gervase gets futures deal from LA Rams Mon Jan 25, 03:48 PM
Free-agent S Jake Gervase (Rams) signed a Reserve/Future contract with the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, Jan. 25.
Link to story Steelers | Pittsburgh settles on Matt Canada to run offense Mon Jan 25, 03:19 PM
Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks coach Matt Canada is reportedly finalizing a deal with the team to become the offensive coordinator Monday, Jan. 25.
| Footballguys view: Canada has worked in the college ranks for years and will get a larger role with the Steelers. His fresh perspective could help jump-start the Steelers offense. Canada will be working with an aging Ben Roethlisberger, but having young wide receivers like Chase Claypool, Diontae Johnson and James Washington should help. |
Texans | Leslie Frazier, David Culley to talk again with HOU Mon Jan 25, 03:07 PM
Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier and Baltimore Ravens assistant head coach/wide receivers coach David Culley are expected to interview for a second time for the Houston Texans head coaching vacancy, according to multiple sources. Frazier is expected to interview Tuesday, Jan. 26, while Culley's interview date has yet to be disclosed.
Link to story Eagles | Press Taylor out the door in Philly Mon Jan 25, 03:04 PM
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback coach/passing game coordinator Press Taylor will reportedly not be retained under the new administration.
Link to story Steelers | Pittsburgh turns to Alfredo Roberts to coach TEs Mon Jan 25, 02:37 PM
Former Los Angeles Chargers tight ends coach Alfredo Roberts was hired for the same role with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday, Jan. 25.
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Bills | Cole Beasley played with serious leg injury Mon Jan 25, 02:07 PM
Buffalo Bills WR Cole Beasley (leg) told reporters Monday, Jan. 25, that he broke his fibula in Week 16 but that it wasn't a full break. He also added that he won't need surgery.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here. Anyone who watched Beasley during the playoffs could tell that he wasn't quite himself. It's good news he doesn't need surgery, so with some rest we'll see him come back as a favorite target of QB Josh Allen once again in 2021. |
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Chiefs | Mitchell Schwartz unlikely to play in Super Bowl Mon Jan 25, 01:36 PM
Kansas City Chiefs OT Mitchell Schwartz (back) is not expected to be cleared in time to play in the Super Bowl, according to comments made by head coach Andy Reid on Monday, Jan. 25.
Link to story Panthers | Two Carolina assistants to miss Senior Bowl Mon Jan 25, 01:18 PM
Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Joe Brady and linebackers coach Mike Siravo will not make the trip to the Senior Bowl in Mobile (Ala.) due to issues related to COVID-19, according to a team spokesperson.
| Footballguys view: The Senior Bowl is happening this week in Mobile, AL with the Panthers and Dolphins coaching staffs in place to coach the teams. Every team in the league will be sending as many scouts as possible, although there will be teams who send fewer scouts due to COVID-19. |
Lions | Duce Staley hired in Detroit Mon Jan 25, 11:53 AM
Philadelphia Eagles running backs coach Duce Staley was hired as assistant head coach/running backs for the Detroit Lions Monday, Jan. 25.
| Footballguys view: Dan Campbell, new Lions head coach, is putting together a helluva staff. Former Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn has signed on as the offensive coordinator, and now Staley comes on board to help run the offense and the backfield. Staley has been thought of as a potential head coach but was passed over with the Eagles. Now, he'll join a new staff and a new team to further advance his career. |
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Colts | Marcus Brady promoted Mon Jan 25, 11:44 AM
Indianapolis Colts quarterbacks coach Marcus Brady was named offensive coordinator Monday, Jan. 25.
Link to story Ravens | Lamar Jackson to begin contract talks Mon Jan 25, 10:19 AM
Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson could sign an extension this offseason, according to general manager Eric DeCosta, who will begin talks with Jackson in 10 days.
| Footballguys view: That's been expected for quite some time. The work to get Jackson signed will likely go to the summer. He will be one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the league when his new contract is in place. |
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Eagles | Shane Steichen to PHI OC Mon Jan 25, 09:43 AM
Former Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Shane Steichen agreed to terms to be the Philadelphia Eagles' offensive coordinator Monday, Jan. 25.
Link to story Chiefs | Eric Fisher out Mon Jan 25, 07:58 AM
Kansas City Chiefs OT Eric Fisher (Achilles') suffered a torn Achilles' in the AFC Championship game, and he'll miss the rest of the season.
| Footballguys view: Bad news for the Chiefs as they're headed for the Super Bowl. Fisher will miss most of the offseason recovering from his injury and his availability for the start of the 2021 regular season is in doubt. |
Chargers | LA hiring Renaldo Hill as DC Mon Jan 25, 01:00 AM
The Los Angeles Chargers are hiring Denver Broncos defensive backs coach Renaldo Hill as their defensive coordinator, according to MMQB's Albert Breer.
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Chiefs | Armani Watts suffers head injury Mon Jan 25, 12:49 AM
Kansas City Chiefs FS Armani Watts (head) was evaluated for a concussion during the team's win over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Jan. 24.
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Chiefs | Concussion for L'Jarius Sneed Mon Jan 25, 12:38 AM
Updating a previous report, Kansas City Chiefs CB L'Jarius Sneed (concussion) was placed in the NFL's concussion protocol after sustaining a head injury on Sunday, Jan. 24. After the game, head coach Andy Reid said he believed that Sneed would be OK.
Link to story Chiefs | Eric Fisher injury update Mon Jan 25, 12:20 AM
Updating previous reports, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said that OT Eric Fisher's (Achilles) injury 'doesn't look too good' during his postgame press conference on Sunday, Jan. 24.
Link to story Bills | Buffalo falls short of Super Bowl Sun Jan 24, 10:22 PM
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen completed 28 of his 48 passes for 287 yards, two touchdowns and an interception and rushed seven times for 88 yards in a 38-24 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game Sunday, Jan. 24. RB Devin Singletary was bottled up, rushing for 17 yards and six carries and gaining nine yards on two catches. WR Cole Beasley had seven grabs for 88 yards, WR Stefon Diggs had six receptions on 11 targets for 77 yards, and TE Dawson Knox caught six balls for 42 yards and a touchdown. WR Isaiah McKenzie caught a six-yard touchdown pass on his only reception, and RB T.J. Yeldon had seven touches for 56 total yards. S Jordan Poyer led the defense with eight tackles, including six solo stops.
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Chiefs | Kansas City returns to Super Bowl Sun Jan 24, 09:45 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes completed 29 of his 38 passes for 325 yards and three touchdowns in a 38-24 win over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game Sunday, Jan. 24. WR Tyreek Hill had nine catches for 172 yards, and TE Travis Kelce had 13 receptions for 118 yards and two touchdowns. WR Mecole Hardman had two catches for four yards and a score to go along with a 50-yard run and a lost fumble on special teams. RB Darrel Williams rushed 13 times for 52 yards and a touchdown and added one catch for nine yards. Clyde Edwards-Helaire had six carries for seven yards and a score. LB Frank Clark recorded a pair of sacks, and S Juan Thornhill broke up four passes.
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Chiefs | Achilles injury for Eric Fisher Sun Jan 24, 09:42 PM
Updating a previous report, Kansas City Chiefs OT Eric Fisher (Achilles) suffered an Achilles injury in the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills Sunday, Jan. 24.
Link to story Chiefs | Eric Fisher leaves with apparent leg injury Sun Jan 24, 09:26 PM
Kansas City Chiefs OT Eric Fisher (leg) left the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills in the fourth quarter due to an apparent leg injury. He went directly to the medical tent for further evaluation.
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NFL | Major injury for Dayo Odeyingbo Sun Jan 24, 09:20 PM
Vanderbilt DL Dayo Odeyingbo (Achilles) recently suffered a torn Achilles tendon, according to a source.
Link to story Chiefs | L'Jarius Sneed heads to locker room Sun Jan 24, 09:17 PM
Kansas City Chiefs CB L'Jarius Sneed (head) left the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills due to an apparent head injury. He hit his head on the turf, initially went to the medical tent, and now has left for the locker room.
Link to story Chiefs | Andrew Wylie able to check back in Sun Jan 24, 09:04 PM
Updating a previous report, Kansas City Chiefs OG Andrew Wylie (ankle) was able to check back into the AFC Championship Game in the third quarter against the Buffalo Bills.
Link to story Chiefs | Travis Kelce makes NFL history Sun Jan 24, 08:48 PM
Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce went over 100 receiving yards in the third quarter of the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills. He became the first tight end in NFL history with five postseason games of 100 or more receiving yards.
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Chiefs | Andrew Wylie helped off the field Sun Jan 24, 08:44 PM
Kansas City Chiefs OG Andrew Wylie (ankle) suffered an apparent right ankle injury in the third quarter of the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills. He was able to walk off under his own power, and had his right ankle re-taped.
Link to story Chargers | Joe Lombardi on track to become OC Sun Jan 24, 08:21 PM
New Orleans Saints quarterbacks coach Joe Lombardi is tracking to become the new offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers, sources said Sunday, Jan. 24. Lombardi was the defensive line coach at the University of Dayton when new head coach Brandon Staley played QB for the Flyers.
Link to story Buccaneers | Jordan Whitehead nicks up shoulder Sun Jan 24, 07:27 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers S Jordan Whitehead (shoulder) suffered a shoulder injury in the second half of the NFC Championship Game against the Green Bay Packers. He will have two weeks to recover before Super Bowl LV.
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Packers | Tyler Lancaster checked out early Sun Jan 24, 07:24 PM
Green Bay Packers DL Tyler Lancaster (ankle) left the NFC Championship Game in the second half due to an ankle injury.
Link to story Packers | Green Bay falls in NFC title game Sun Jan 24, 06:24 PM
Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers completed 33-of-48 passes for 346 yards, three touchdowns and one interception in the NFC Championship Game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. RB Aaron Jones, who left the game early due to injury, left the team with 27 yards on six rushes. RB Jamaal Williams ran seven times for 23 yards and added four receptions for 22 yards. WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling led the way with a game-high 115 yards on four receptions and a score, while WR Davante Adams had nine grabs for 67 yards and a score on 15 targets. WR Allen Lazard checked in with three receptions for 62 yards, while TE Marcedes Lewis had three grabs for 28 yards. TE Robert Tonyan also checked in with four grabs, 22 yards and a score. CB Jaire Alexander led the way with two interceptions, while totaling three total tackles and three passes defensed.
| Footballguys view: Rodgers had a lot of chances to take control of this game in the second half after his team fell behind 18 points, but the Packers offense wasn't good enough in the red zone and Matt LaFleur chose to kick a field goal instead of going for it on fourth and goal at the 8, down 8 with about two minutes left. Jones has probably played his last down as a Packer, and Williams is also a free agent. Valdes-Scantling had a big game after playing only one snap the NFC title game last year. Adams impact on the game was not as big as expected and if anything Rodgers overreliance on him in the red zone hurt the team. The Packers will go back to the drawing board after getting one game from the Super Bowl two years in a row. |
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Buccaneers | Tampa Bay headed for Super Bowl LV Sun Jan 24, 06:10 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady completed 20-of-36 passes for 280 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions in the NFC Championship Game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, Jan. 24. It will be his 10th Super Bowl appearance, and the Bucs are the first team to play the game in their home stadium. RB Leonard Fournette ran 12 times for 55 yards and a touchdown while adding five receptions for 19 yards, RB Ronald Jones rushed 10 times for 16 yards, WR Chris Godwin racked up five receptions for a team-best 110 yards on nine targets and WR Mike Evans added three receptions for 51 yards and a score on eight targets. WR Scott Miller also cashed in his three targets for two catches, 36 yards and a touchdown, while TE Rob Gronkowski was limited to one catch for 29 yards on his lone target. TE Cameron Brate picked up three grabs for 19 yards and a score, while WR Tyler Johnson rounded things out with one catch for 16 yards. LB Devin White led the way defensively with a staggering game-high 15 total tackles, including nine of the solo variety.
| Footballguys view: Brady wasn't the reason the Bucs won, but he did have two good long passes to offset his three interceptions, which his defense did a great job of minimizing in the story of the outcome of the game. Leonard Fournette goes to the Super Bowl with Tom Brady after his 2017 Jaguars team was ousted by Brady. Godwin had great hands deep on his key play early, while Evans hands were more suspect, although the interception off of his hands in the red zone was more on Brady than him. Tampa Bay will be the first team to play the Super Bowl in their home stadium. |
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