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Cowboys | CeeDee Lamb finally feeling right (Tue May 20, 04:57 PM) [jump to this story] Jaguars | Trevor Lawrence picking up new offense (Mon May 19, 06:23 PM) [jump to this story] |
Seahawks | Rasul Douglas meeting with Seattle Tue May 13, 02:02 PM
Free-agent CB Rasul Douglas (Bills) is visiting the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday, May 13.
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Panthers | Trevor Etienne inks with Carolina Tue May 13, 01:59 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Trevor Etienne signed his rookie contract on Tuesday, May 13. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Etienne, the younger brother of Jaguars running back Travis Etienne, played two years at Florida before transferring to Georgia for the 2024 season. He ran 122 times for 609 yards and nine touchdowns while also catching 32 passes in his lone season with the Bulldogs. With 2024 second-round pick Jonathon Brooks (knee) already ruled out for this season, Chuba Hubbard, Rico Dowdle, and Raheem Blackshear are the remaining running backs for Carolina. |
Patriots | Wilfried Pene takes international spot with Pats Tue May 13, 11:44 AM
Undrafted free-agent DT Wilfried Pene (Virginia Tech) signed with the New England Patriots as an international player and won't occupy a spot on the 90-man roster.
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Packers | Bigger role for Tucker Kraft in 2025? Tue May 13, 01:36 AM
Green Bay Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich says it will be a 'big thing' to 'find different ways' to get TE Tucker Kraft the ball more this season, adding they're looking for Kraft to take the 'next step' in becoming a 'dominant player' at the tight end position.
| Footballguys view: With Luke Musgrave slowed by injuries, Kraft took command of the Packers' tight end room in 2024. He led the team in receiving touchdowns with seven, and, as Journal Sentinal staffer Dominique Yates noted, Tucker brought a physical presence to the offense with his blocking ability and yards after catch (team-high 456 yards). Kraft is reasonably priced in early best-ball drafts, going at the tail end of the TE1 range in the 11th round with the 124th pick overall. |
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Patriots | Efton Chism could push for roster spot Tue May 13, 01:02 AM
New England Patriots WR Efton Chism III could challenge for a spot on the team's 53-man roster, in the opinion of ESPN's Mike Reiss, who notes that the Patriots gave Chism, an undrafted free agent, a $25,000 signing bonus and guaranteed $234,000 of his base salary, which eclipsed the amount of guaranteed money that the team's seventh-round picks received. The rookie totaled 346 receptions in college and has drawn comparisons to current Seattle Seahawks WR Cooper Kupp, who preceded him at Eastern Washington.
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Jaguars | Tank Bigsby on the bubble? Tue May 13, 12:41 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Tank Bigsby is not 'guaranteed' a roster spot for the 2025 season, in the opinion of Jacksonville.com's Demetrius Harvey, who notes that Jacksonville has worked to reshape the offensive line and running back positions following the hiring of new head coach Liam Coen.
| Footballguys view: In another effort to reshape the team's running backs room, the Jaguars took two backs in this year's draft. Bhayshul Tuten, drafted out of Virginia Tech, is the most likely to receive extensive playing time. According to Times-Union staffer Demetrius Harvey, head coach Liam Coen's scouting report indicates that Tuten could get some playing time as the team's change-of-pace back but can play all three downs if needed. Jacksonville is entering the year with top backs Travis Etienne and Bigsby on board. Still, given the extensive work the team has done to reshape the offensive line and their running backs room, Harvey contends neither player's roster spot should be guaranteed. We'll monitor this situation closely throughout training camp. |
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Packers | GB still confident in Jayden Reed Tue May 13, 12:17 AM
Green Bay Packers WR Jayden Reed's agent met with general manager Brian Gutekunst after the team selected two receivers during the 2025 NFL Draft, and Gutekunst said Reed will continue to be a top receiver for the Packers, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Reed, 25, is entering his third season after the Packers made him a second-round pick in 2023. He led the team in receptions and receiving yards in each of his first two seasons, totaling 119 catches for 1,650 yards and 14 touchdowns in that time. But consistent weekly production wasn't a strong suit. It'll be interesting to see how the pecking order plays out for this receiving corps, with Christian Watson likely to miss the bulk of the season. Golden's first-round draft capital suggests a significant role, while Williams is more of a versatile weapon along the lines of Reed. |
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Steelers | PIT optimistic about Calvin Austin III Tue May 13, 12:16 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Calvin Austin is a player that the Steelers are high on at receiver, according to SI.com's Albert Breer.
| Footballguys view: Breer advised readers that the Steelers think more highly of Austin than people realize and that he's a name to watch with George Pickens traded to Dallas. After emerging in 2024 with 36 receptions for 548 yards and four touchdowns, Austin appears ready to take on a larger role. But according to BVM Sports, Austin's strength lies in making big plays, often in the middle of the field, whereas Pickens was known for outside routes. Some question whether Austin is suited for heavy volume as a leading receiver. But Roman Wilson, Austin's primary competition for targets behind DK Metcalf, has limited experience with only five offensive snaps. We'll be watching for more on this situation in coming weeks. |
Seahawks | Seattle signs seven picks Mon May 12, 08:31 PM
Seattle Seahawks fifth-round draft choice DE Rylie Mills, fifth-round draft choice WR Tory Horton, fifth-round draft choice FB Robbie Ouzts, sixth-round draft choice OG Bryce Cabeldue, seventh-round draft choice RB Damien Martinez, seventh-round draft choice OT Mason Richman and seventh-round draft choice WR Ricky White III signed four-year contracts with the Seahawks Monday, May 12. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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NFL | Asante Samuel recovering from surgery Mon May 12, 08:09 PM
Free-agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. (neck) underwent neck surgery in April and will wait until after his medical checkup in July before he resumes contract talks with teams, according to sources. He plans to play this upcoming season.
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Saints | Asante Samuel visits Monday Mon May 12, 08:08 PM
Free-agent CB Asante Samuel Jr. (Chargers) met with the New Orleans Saints Monday, May 12, according to sources.
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Cardinals | Cody Simon under contract Mon May 12, 07:31 PM
Arizona Cardinals fourth-round draft choice LB Cody Simon signed a four-year contract with the Cardinals Monday, May 12. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Saints | Terrell Burgess joins New Orleans Mon May 12, 07:07 PM
Free-agent S Terrell Burgess (Bills) signed with the New Orleans Saints Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also released RB Jordan Mims and S Millard Bradford.
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Buccaneers | TB waives two players Mon May 12, 07:02 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Anthony Landphere and LB Deion Jennings were waived Monday, May 12.
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Giants | Two players off roster Mon May 12, 06:54 PM
New York Giants CB RJ Delancy III and S Tommy McCormick were waived Monday, May 12.
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Giants | NYG signs two players Mon May 12, 06:46 PM
Free-agent WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey (Giants) signed with the New York Giants Monday, May 12. The team also signed undrafted free-agent CB TJ Moore (Mercer). Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Patriots | Mekhi Butler officially signed Mon May 12, 06:42 PM
Undrafted free-agent OG Mekhi Butler (Arkansas State) signed with the New England Patriots Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived OT Cole Birdow.
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Colts | Indy adds Mose Vavao Mon May 12, 06:37 PM
Undrafted free-agent C Mose Vavao (Fresno State) signed with the Indianapolis Colts Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived DT Joe X. Evans.
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Browns | Cleveland makes roster moves Mon May 12, 06:29 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Luke Floriea (Kent State), WR Kisean Johnson (Western Kentucky) and WR Cade McDonald (Miami (Ohio)) signed with the Cleveland Browns Monday, May 12. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed. The team also waived FB Eli Wilson, DE Marcus Haynes and S Trey Dean as well as waived/injured WR Ja'Seem Reed (undisclosed).
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Bengals | Shaquan Loyal receives contract Mon May 12, 06:20 PM
Undrafted free-agent CB Shaquan Loyal (Rutgers) signed with the Cincinnati Bengals Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived Micah Abraham.
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Bears | Chicago signs Jeremiah Walker Mon May 12, 06:16 PM
Undrafted free-agent CB Jeremiah Walker (Stephen F. Austin) signed with the Chicago Bears Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Falcons | Atlanta reaches deal with Caleb Johnson Mon May 12, 06:12 PM
Free-agent LB Caleb Johnson (Jaguars) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also released WR Phillip Dorsett.
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Ravens | Baltimore signs three UDFAs Mon May 12, 05:58 PM
Undrafted free-agent OT Lucas Scott (Army), CB Keyon Martin (Louisiana-Lafayette) and PK John Hoyland (Wyoming) signed with the Baltimore Ravens Monday, May 12. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Saints | Hunter Dekkers expected to join Saints Mon May 12, 05:49 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Hunter Dekkers (Iowa State) is expected to sign with the New Orleans Saints, according to a source.
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Broncos | Three players sign with Broncos Mon May 12, 05:42 PM
Free-agent TE Cole Fotheringham (Raiders) and LS Zach Triner (Broncos) signed with the Denver Broncos Monday, May 12. The team also signed undrafted free-agent LB Jordan Turner (Michigan State). Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Broncos | Denver waives four players Mon May 12, 05:30 PM
Denver Broncos CB Kendall Bohler, DT Christian Dowell, LB KJ Cloyd and TE Thomas Yassmin were waived Monday, May 12.
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Lions | Caden Prieskorn let go Mon May 12, 05:24 PM
Detroit Lions TE Caden Prieskorn was waived Monday, May 12.
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Lions | Detroit adds three to roster Mon May 12, 05:22 PM
Free-agent WR Malik Taylor (Jets) and DT Raequan Williams (Panthers) signed with the Detroit Lions Monday, May 12. The team also signed undrafted free-agent TE Luke Deal (Auburn). Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Titans | Tennessee makes roster moves Mon May 12, 05:12 PM
Undrafted free-agent TE Drake Dabney (Texas Christian) signed with the Tennessee Titans Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also waived CB Virgil Lemons and S Jerrin Thompson.
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49ers | Gabe Davis set to visit Mon May 12, 05:08 PM
Free-agent WR Gabe Davis (Jaguars) is scheduled to meet with the San Francisco 49ers in the near future, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: The Jaguars officially released Davis with a failed physical designation after he tore his meniscus in November, but he is expected to be ready to go for Week 1. As Profootballtalk.com notes, the 26-year-old Davis was a 2020 fourth-round pick of the Bills who played four seasons in Buffalo before signing in Jacksonville last season. He was a solid member of the Bills' receiving corps for four years but had his least productive season with the Jaguars. If he's healthy and in the right offense, he could be a solid contributor to some other team's passing game, and the 49ers may be that team. |
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Seahawks | Grey Zabel under contract Mon May 12, 05:04 PM
Seattle Seahawks first-round draft choice OG Grey Zabel signed a four-year contract with the Seahawks Monday, May 12, worth $18.471 million. The deal includes a fifth-year option.
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Jets | Arian Smith signs contract Mon May 12, 05:01 PM
New York Jets fourth-round draft choice WR Arian Smith signed a four-year contract with the Jets Monday, May 12. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Packers | Taylor Elgersma catches on with Green Bay Mon May 12, 04:14 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Taylor Elgersma (Canada) signed an undisclosed contract with the Green Bay Packers on Monday, May 12. OG Marquis Hayes was released to make room for him on the roster.
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Dolphins | Miami adds Kendall Sheffield Mon May 12, 04:08 PM
Free-agent CB Kendall Sheffield (Jets) signed an undisclosed contract with the Miami Dolphins on Monday, May 12.
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Chargers | LA Chargers make a pair of moves Mon May 12, 04:00 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Dalevon Campbell (South Carolina) signed an undisclosed contract with the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday, May 12. The team also waived OL Bucky Williams.
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Cowboys | Jaydon Blue inks rookie deal Mon May 12, 03:50 PM
Dallas Cowboys fifth-round draft choice RB Jaydon Blue (Texas) signed his four-year rookie contract worth $4.627 million - including a $427,068 signing bonus - on Monday, May 12.
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Cowboys | Dallas Doesn't Necessarily View George Pickens As A WR2 Mon May 12, 03:39 PM
During an interview with Adam Schein of Mad Dog Sports Radio, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that the Cowboys think of newly-acquired WR George Pickens' as more than a two.'
| Footballguys view: Jones elaborated on that point to Albert Breer of SI.com. "He's just a dynamic receiver," Jones said. "Everybody says we're looking for a two. I mean, George can be a one. He's got that type of talent. He's got unbelievable ball-tracking ability. He's got plenty of juice, and he's a fiery competitor. We love that he plays with an edge and think he'd be a good fit for our team." While they might see him as a WR1, fantasy investors should view Pickens as the complement to CeeDee Lamb, which this offense has been missing. |
Packers | Green Bay optimistic about Savion Williams Mon May 12, 03:25 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Savion Williams already seems to have created quite an impression on offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich, who told reporters on Monday, May 12, that there is 'a zillion different ways to use him in your offense.'
| Footballguys view: Stenavich is going to be able to do quite a bit of things with Williams. They'll have to design touches for him, and they may be limited as things are crammed at the position in Green Bay. The Packers have 2025 first-round pick Matthew Golden, Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks, and Christian Watson (after he returns from a torn ACL). |
Saints | Donovan Peoples-Jones lands in the Big Easy Mon May 12, 03:12 PM
Free-agent WR Donovan Peoples-Jones (Lions) reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints on Monday, May 12. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Peoples-Jones did not play football last year. In 2023, he split time between the Browns and the Lions where he started six games (five for the Browns, one for the Lions). He will compete for a roster spot behind the Saints top three receivers Chris Olave, Brandin Cooks, and Rashid Shaheed. |
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Browns | Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah will not play in 2025 Mon May 12, 03:00 PM
Cleveland Browns LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (neck) will be placed on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list on Monday, May 12, and will remain there throughout the completion of the 2025 season.
| Footballguys view: A second-round pick out of Notre Dame in the 2021 draft, Owusu-Koramoah was named to his first Pro Bowl after recording a career-high 101 tackles in the 2023 season. The Browns signed him to a three-year extension worth up to $39 million last August. Last month, the Browns drafted former UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger with the 33rd pick. This offseason, Cleveland re-signed linebacker Devin Bush to a one-year deal and signed veteran linebacker Jerome Baker to a one-year contract. |
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Steelers | Pittsburgh swaps out running backs Mon May 12, 02:36 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Max Hurleman (Notre Dame) signed an undisclosed contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday, May 12. The team also released RB Aaron Shampklin.
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Broncos | Kyrese White inks deal with Denver Mon May 12, 02:24 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Kyrese White (Utah State) signed an undisclosed contract with the Denver Broncos on Monday, May 12.
| Footballguys view: White was impressive at Broncos rookie minicamp, and he's a quick receiver on underneath routes. Last year at Utah State, White had 44 receptions for 526 yards and three touchdowns. The Broncos receiver room is packed with talent, so White is likely bound for the practice squad if he continues to impress. |
Seahawks | Seattle swaps out receivers Mon May 12, 01:48 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Montorie Foster Jr. signed an undisclosed contract with the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, May 12. WR River Cracraft was also waived.
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Browns | Rayshawn Jenkins set to sign with Cleveland Mon May 12, 01:42 PM
Free-agent S Rayshawn Jenkins (Seahawks) has reportedly agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract with the Cleveland Browns, according to a source.
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Eagles | Drew Kendall inks rookie pact Mon May 12, 01:37 PM
Philadelphia Eagles fifth-round draft choice OL Drew Kendall signed his four-year rookie contract on Monday, May 12. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Titans | TJ Sheffield catches on with Tennessee Mon May 12, 01:31 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR TJ Sheffield (Connecticut) signed an undisclosed contract with the Tennessee Titans on Monday, May 12.
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Bengals | No movement on Trey Hendrickson extension Mon May 12, 01:19 PM
Cincinnati Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson told ESPN on Monday, May 12, that 'no communication has taken place between my camp and the organization post-draft.'
| Footballguys view: Hendrickson, 30, is entering the final year of his contract and is coming off his best season in the NFL. He led the league with 17.5 sacks last season and was named to The AP All-Pro team. He's made the Pro Bowl in each of his four seasons with Cincinnati. In 2023, he was given a one-year extension on the four-year, $60 million deal he signed as a free agent in 2021. Last offseason, he requested a trade after the team opted not to give him a new deal. He ultimately reported for voluntary workouts. Hendrickson is set to earn $15.8 million in base salary this season. The Bengals will begin organized team activities later this month. Hendrickson isn't the only defensive end on the roster looking to resolve a contract issue. Shemar Stewart, the 17th pick in this year's draft, did not participate in last week's rookie minicamp because his contract remained unsigned. |
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Raiders | Las Vegas announces several moves Mon May 12, 01:11 PM
Free-agent DE Jahfari Harvey, WR Ketron Jackson Jr., WR Key'Shawn Smith and LB Wesley Steiner signed undisclosed contracts with the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday, May 12. OT Dominic Boyd, Amari Burney, DT Matthew Butler, WR Tyreik McAllister and Brandon N. Smith were waived. WR Kristian Wilkerson was also released.
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Browns | Damontae Kazee going to Browns Mon May 12, 10:39 AM
Free-agent S Damontae Kazee (Steelers) agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Cleveland Browns Monday, May 12.
| Footballguys view: Kazee had 14 starts over the last three years with the Steelers. He can get his hands on the ball, either interceptions or pass breakups, but Kazee is likely competing for a reserve spot only with the Browns. |
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Falcons | James Pearce Jr. signs rookie deal Mon May 12, 10:17 AM
Atlanta Falcons first-round pick LB James Pearce Jr. signed his four-year, rookie contract Monday, May 12. Financial terms weren't disclosed, but it's fully guaranteed, and all first-round picks receive fifth-year options.
| Footballguys view: Pearce knows how to get after the passer. He's quick off the line of scrimmage, and Pearce has great burst when the quarterback is in his sights. Pearce should bulk up a bit in a pro weight program, and that will help him against punches from stronger tackles. |
