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Panthers | Terrace Marshall on roster bubble (Sun May 19, 11:48 AM) [jump to this story] Cowboys | Deuce Vaughn to see increased role? (Sun May 19, 10:43 AM) [jump to this story] Texans | Tank Dell progressing well (Sun May 19, 09:50 AM) [jump to this story] |
Patriots | Drake Maye could start right away Wed May 8, 09:50 AM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye will compete with QB Jacoby Brissett for the starting job during training camp, and some people in the organization believe Maye will be the starter for the 2024 season opener.
| Footballguys view: Maye could start right away, but the rookie might need time to develop. The Patriots invested the No. 3 overall pick on Maye, so they don't want to rush him. Maye has a strong arm, and he can challenge a defense as a runner, but he plays a lot of hero ball. In fact, Maye will avoid the easy throws to move the chains because he's staring down a big play into double coverage - and he'll try to make the throw. If the Patriots can calm him down and get Maye to be more of a game manager, then perhaps Maye will be the franchise quarterback they've been missing since Tom Brady moved on. |
Dolphins | Tyreek Hill wants to finish career with MIA Wed May 8, 09:50 AM
Miami Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill said he loves playing for the Dolphins and hopes to finish his career with the team.
| Footballguys view: Yeah, that sounds about right. The Dolphins have a track team on offense, and Hill is the biggest playmaker for Mike McDaniel's offense. We'll see if they can stay healthy and make a run at a Super Bowl. Winning makes everyone happy, and we're sure hoisting a Lombardi Trophy with the Dolphins would bring a smile to Hill's face. |
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Eagles | Shon Stephens agrees to terms Tue May 7, 09:48 PM
Undrafted free-agent CB Shon Stephens (Eagles) agreed to terms with the Philadelphia Eagles Monday, May 6, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Patriots | Christian Gonzalez unsure about practice return Tue May 7, 07:43 PM
Updating a previous report, New England Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez (shoulder) said he is healthy but does not know when he will be able to return to practice.
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Steelers | Cole Dow to take part in minicamp Tue May 7, 06:28 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Cole Dow (Dayton) is scheduled to participate in the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie minicamp.
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Cardinals | Arizona adding Markus Bailey Tue May 7, 05:20 PM
Free-agent LB Markus Bailey (Bengals) agreed to terms on a one-year contrat with the Arizona Cardinals Tuesday, May 7, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Packers | Thyrick Pitts moved to IR Tue May 7, 05:05 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Thyrick Pitts (undisclosed) reverted to the Reserve/Injured list Tuesday, May 7, after clearing waivers.
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Commanders | Washington parts with three Tue May 7, 04:51 PM
Washington Commanders LB Brandon Bouyer-Randle, DB D'Angelo Mandell and DT Joshua Pryor were waived on Tuesday, May 7.
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Falcons | Atlanta moving on from Ryan Swoboda Tue May 7, 04:46 PM
Atlanta Falcons OT Ryan Swoboda (undisclosed) was waived with a non-football injury designation on Tuesday, May 7.
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Chiefs | KC adds Jaaron Hayek Tue May 7, 04:39 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Jaaron Hayek (Villanova) signed a contract with the Kansas City Chiefs following a tryout at their rookie minicamp. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed. WR Reggie Brown was waived to make room for him on the roster.
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Lions | Kyle Peko inks deal with Detroit Tue May 7, 04:29 PM
Free-agent DT Kyle Peko (Titans) reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, May 7. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Bengals | A Bulkier (By Design) Joe Burrow Making All The Throws Tue May 7, 04:21 PM
Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has been back in action the past two days following his season-ending wrist surgery six months ago, and the franchise quarterback said all has gone well so far. "I feel great," Burrow said, repeating the phrase several times Tuesday in his first media session since participating in the team's offseason workouts. "It's good to be back."
| Footballguys view: Taking the field on Monday, Burrow made all the throws. The reports from Bengals receivers were good, too, indicating that the zip has returned to Burrow's passes. And, so far at least, Burrow said he hasn't had any setbacks or complications, even while experiencing some pain -- although the QB declined to expound on that. One interesting measure Burrow has taken this offseason has been adding bulk. He's suffered several injuries over the years, including a few season-ending ailments, so it can't hurt for Burrow -- who, according to NFL.com, looked bigger to the naked eye -- to add muscle mass as a form of self-preservation. "I'm really strong. Bigger than I was," Burrow confirmed. "We're going to continue to eat right, lift and go through my routine and see where I'm at . . ." The fact he's on schedule in his ability to throw the ball is a great starting point for his return. |
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Colts | Josh Downs Should Make A Leap In His Second Season Tue May 7, 04:19 PM
The offseason discussions surrounding the Indianapolis Colts offense have centered around Anthony Richardson's recovery, Michael Pittman's new contract, and drafting wideout Adonai Mitchell in the second round. Josh Downs seems to have been somewhat lost in the equation. Offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter, when discussing Downs, noted that slots tend to make a more significant leap in their second season. "Slot receiver ends up being a position where the more you understand what the other guys on offense are doing and what the guys on defense are doing, the better you can play," Cooter said last week.
| Footballguys view: The second-year receiver is coming off a campaign in which he set the club's rookie record with 68 catches, generating 771 yards and two touchdowns. NFL.com noted that Downs was able to create open space on routes. His 3.3 yards of separation per target was equal to Tyreek Hill's last season, per Next Gen Stats. Downs, with a Round 11 Average Draft Position (ADP), is available two rounds after Mitchell in current best ball drafts. But we should be mindful: Mitchell supplants Alec Pierce's reps on the outside, not Downs' opportunities inside. Taking 79.1 percent of snaps from the slot in 2023, Downs' ability to get off the line of scrimmage and create immediate availability for the quarterback will pay dividends, particularly as Richardson grows in the scheme. |
Chiefs | Reid: Xavier Worthy Is A Sharp Kid Tue May 7, 04:17 PM
There's a long time before the season begins, but the Chiefs got a good first impression of first-round pick Xavier Worthy during rookie minicamp. In his Monday press conference, head coach Andy Reid called Worthy a "sharp kid."
| Footballguys view: Reid continued: "I thought he did a nice job picking things up and working through -- we asked him to do a whole lot of stuff there. He was put in most of the primary spots, so it was good for him to be able to get in there and move around a little bit." The key for Worthy and the rest of the rookies, Reid said, will be to successfully retain all they learned in rookie minicamp once they're with the veteran players. Meanwhile, fantasy managers in early best ball drafts on Underdog have already pushed Worthy's average draft position (ADP) into Round 5 -- ahead of Marquise Brown and Rashee Rice. Watch for that pricing to normalize as the excitement over the draft wanes. Until it does, buying the cheaper options isn't a bad idea. |
Buccaneers | Coaches Believe Rookie RB Bucky Irving Can Contribute Tue May 7, 04:16 PM
While speaking to reporters at a press conference on Monday, Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen said he thinks the way the team's offense can go from good to great in 2024 is to get better in the run game, and a newcomer looks like he'll be part of that effort. The Bucs drafted Bucky Irving out of Oregon in the fourth round earlier this month and Coen said on Monday that the rookie is "pretty dynamic where he gives us the ability in the run and pass game."
| Footballguys view: Running backs coach Skip Peete said Irving has the ability to "create big plays" that could serve him well when it comes to vying with Rachaad White and others for a place in the backfield. Remember, White finished last year as RB4, a number based heavily on volume. White's 336 touches last year were second in the NFL, behind San Francisco's Christian McCaffrey's 339. Still, no team in the league ran for fewer yards than the Buccaneers in 2023, so anything Irving or anyone else can do to lift the team to a better place will be a step in the right direction in Tampa -- even if it's not ideal for White. We'll continue to monitor. |
Giants | Nathan Rourke headed to NY Giants Tue May 7, 04:15 PM
Free-agent QB Nathan Rourke (Patriots) was claimed off waivers by the New York Giants on Tuesday, May 7.
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Texans | McNair Reiterates Tank Dell Will Make A Full Recovery Tue May 7, 04:14 PM
Texans owner Cal McNair said Monday that receiver Tank Dell will make a "full recovery" after he was wounded in a shootout at a Florida restaurant last month. McNair did not provide details on the nature of Dell's injury, but the team called it a "minor wound" the day after the April 27th shooting, which also injured nine others.
| Footballguys view: Head coach DeMeco Ryans was cagey when asked about Dell, refusing to directly answer the question when asked if he expected him to be ready for Week 1. "Tank should be fine," he said. When pressed later about whether Dell would miss practice time, Ryans again deflected. "I've answered all that about Tank -- he'll be all right," Ryans said. A positive outcome seems likely, but fantasy managers should continue watching this. Dell had 709 yards receiving and set a franchise rookie record with seven touchdown receptions last season before breaking his left fibula in December. Ryans said in April that Dell had recovered from that injury and would be ready to practice when the team began workouts before he was injured in the shooting. |
Cardinals | Arizona taking a closer look at Taulia Tagovailoa Tue May 7, 04:12 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) reportedly accepted an invitation to participate in the Arizona Cardinals' rookie minicamp this week.
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Titans | Shakel Brown let go Tue May 7, 03:38 PM
Tennessee Titans DL Shakel Brown was waived on Tuesday, May 7.
Link to story Patriots | Christian Gonzalez optimistic in his recovery Tue May 7, 03:25 PM
New England Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez (shoulder) is 'just focusing on still rehabbing, strengthening the shoulder and just trying to get better' at this point in the offseason' but also told Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald that he is 'ready for right now' on Tuesday, May 7.
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Free-agent WR Zay Jones (Jaguars) is visiting with the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday, May 7.
| Footballguys view: Arizona could be a decent landing spot for a veteran reveiver with Jones abilities. The Cardinals depth chart after rookie Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson is thin. Greg Dortch is currently penciled in as the team's WR3 with Zach Pascal and Chris Moore leading a field of lesser lights beyond that. Jones previously visited the Titans, who signed former Bengal Tyler Boyd on Tuesday. |
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Steelers | Jonathan Ward to work out with Pittsburgh Tue May 7, 02:49 PM
Free-agent WR Jonathan Ward (Titans) is expected to participate with the Pittsburgh Steelers during their upcoming rookie minicamp, according to a source.
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Titans | Tyler Boyd settles on Tennessee Tue May 7, 02:18 PM
Free-agent WR Tyler Boyd (Bengals) reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract worth up to $4.5 million with the Tennessee Titans on Tuesday, May 7.
| Footballguys view: In Tennessee, Boyd will join a depth chart led by free-agent addition Calvin Ridley, who signed a four-year, $92 million deal in March, and five-time Pro Bowl selection DeAndre Hopkins. It also includes 2022 first-round pick Treylon Burks, whose future with the Titans has been a topic of speculation this offseason. Expect that speculation to ramp up with Boyd's arrival. Burks has yet to make a significant impact since being taken No. 18 overall two years ago, with 49 receptions for 665 yards and a touchdown in 22 games. Meanwhile, Callahan has mentioned the slot position as an area the Titans are lacking. Having previously played mainly in the slot under Callahan, Boyd should fill that need in Tennessee. Expecting QB Will Levis and the Titans' offense to fuel the fantasy fortunes of Boyd (or any options at wideout beyond Ridley and Hopkins) at a draft-worthy level is a reach. But if Levis makes a leap under Callahan, it's a situation worth watching. |
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Vikings | Daylen Baldwin gets the boot Tue May 7, 02:08 PM
Minnesota Vikings WR Daylen Baldwin was waived on Tuesday, May 7.
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NFL | Shedeur Sanders would have been QB1? Tue May 7, 11:13 AM
Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders was the top quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft class if he entered, according to one longtime NFL scout. 'He was [the top QB] for me if he came out this year,' the scout said. 'You have to manage him a little differently, and Deion (Sanders) is going to be heavily involved... so you have to be prepared to deal with that... but I love watching that kid play. He's a born winner.'
Link to story Lions | C.J. Moore returning to Detroit Tue May 7, 02:34 AM
Free-agent S C.J. Moore reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, May 7. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed. Moore signed a two-year deal with the team last spring but was let go shortly after it was announced he would miss significant time during the 2023 season for a gambling suspension.
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Titans | Tennessee adds Steven Stilianos Tue May 7, 01:19 AM
The Tennessee Titans signed undrafted free-agent TE Steven Stilianos (Iowa) on April 27.
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Undrafted free-agent wide receiver Bryce Oliver (Youngstown State) signed with the Tennessee Titans on April 27.
Link to story Titans | Tennessee signs Sam Schnee Tue May 7, 12:51 AM
The Tennessee Titans signed undrafted free-agent WR Sam Schnee (Northern Iowa), viewing him as a potential punt returner and slot receiver.
Link to story Lions | Brian Branch spotted with boot Mon May 6, 11:09 PM
Detroit Lions DB Brian Branch (undisclosed) was spotted in a walking boot and using a scooter to get around on Wednesday, May 1.
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Chargers | Marquez Valdes-Santling, LAC to meet Tuesday Mon May 6, 10:24 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling is now meeting with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday, May 7, per source.
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Ravens | Ravens ink UDFA QB Mon May 6, 10:18 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Emory Jones (Cincinnati) signed an undisclosed contract with the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, May 6.
Link to story Chiefs | Kansas City adds multiple UDFAs Mon May 6, 09:39 PM
Undrafted free-agent CB Miles Battle (Utah), WR Reggie Brown (James Madison), OT Ethan Driskell (Marshall), LB Curtis Jacobs (Penn State), DT Fabien Lovett Sr. (Florida State), OT Griffin McDowell (Tennessee Chattanooga), OG McKade Mettauer (Oklahoma), P Ryan Rehkow (Brigham Young), CB Christian Roland-Wallace (Southern California), OG Nick Torres (Villanova) and LB Luquay Washington (Central Connecticut State) signed with the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday, May 4. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to story Packers | GB hopes Kingsley Enagbare will be ready Mon May 6, 08:22 PM
Green Bay Packers DE Kingsley Enagbare (knee) is recovering from a knee injury and the team hopes he will be ready for the start of the regular season.
Link to story Ravens | Andrew Vorhees takes part in minicamp Mon May 6, 07:30 PM
Baltimore Ravens OG Andrew Vorhees (knee) participate in the rookie minicamp this past weekend. He is expected to compete for one of the offensive guard posts during training camp.
Link to story Ravens | Rasheen Ali may be on field during workouts Mon May 6, 07:27 PM
Baltimore Ravens RB Rasheen Ali (biceps) was able to participate in some individual drills during the rookie minicamp and be able to do some things during offseason workouts.
| Footballguys view: Baltimore needed to add depth after not re-signing Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins in free agency. The only healthy backup to Derrick Henry was Justice Hill. There's no timetable for the return of explosive second-year back Keaton Mitchell, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 15. Ali is an explosive runner who could factor into the mix down the road, but his fantasy value will be limited by a healthy Henry. |
Panthers | Carolina, Stephon Gilmore not close Mon May 6, 07:13 PM
Free-agent CB Stephon Gilmore (Cowboys) has not made any progress in contract talks with the Carolina Panthers, according to The Athletic's Joseph Person.
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Vikings | T.J. Hockenson ahead of schedule Mon May 6, 07:07 PM
Minnesota Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson (knee) is ahead of schedule in his recovery from his torn anterior cruciate ligament, according to The Athletic's Alec Lewis.
| Footballguys view: While he's ahead of schedule, there's no benefit to Hockenson rushing back and not being the player the team expects him to be or pays him to be. As USA Today reminded readers, the Vikings aren't in a "win now" scenario. Fantasy managers should expect a cautious approach. Instead, 2024 could have some shining moments, but 2025 will be full steam ahead. |
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Broncos | Ty Summers to try out Mon May 6, 06:29 PM
Free-agent LB Ty Summers (Saints) is scheduled to participate in the Denver Broncos rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
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Lions | Cade Peterson invited to minicamp Mon May 6, 06:27 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Cade Peterson (Grand Valley State) has been invited to participate in the Detroit Lions rookie minicamp.
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Raiders | Andrus Peat joining Raiders Mon May 6, 06:11 PM
Free-agent OG Andrus Peat (Saints) agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders Monday, May 6, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Bengals | Joe Burrow throwing Mon May 6, 05:51 PM
Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow (wrist) has started throwing footballs during offseason workouts as part of his recovery.
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Ravens | C.J. Ravenell signed Mon May 6, 05:25 PM
Undrafted free-agent DE C.J. Ravenell (Missouri Western) signed with the Baltimore Ravens Monday, May 6. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Commanders | Washington adds Bo Bauer Mon May 6, 05:22 PM
Undrafted free-agent LB Bo Bauer (Notre Dame) signed with the Washington Commanders Monday, May 6. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Ravens | Baltimore waives two players Mon May 6, 05:12 PM
Baltimore Ravens WR Jelani Baker and DT Tre'Darious Colbert were waived Monday, May 6.
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Bengals | Joe Burrow Getting In On-Field Work In OTAs Mon May 6, 04:59 PM
The Bengals shared a video on X that showed quarterback Joe Burrow wearing a jersey and shorts while carrying his cleats as he made his way onto the team's practice field. Another video showed Burrow throwing a football with the cleats on.
| Footballguys view: As PFT notes, the Bengals are in the second phase of their offseason program, which allows for individual and group drills but not full team work. The return falls into line with expectations set almost two months ago and it's not far off from what an offseason has looked like for him the past couple of years. Burrow, who missed the final couple of months of the 2023 season with a right wrist injury, said in February he usually doesn't start throwing until OTAs. The time off has given him an extra 12 weeks to recover and work on any "inefficiencies and weaknesses" as the Bengals look to bounce back from missing the playoffs in 2023. Geoff Hobson of the team's official website reported after the session ened that Burrow went through every drill during a one-hour workout on Monday. That included the quarterback throwing some long passes. Even if he was limited, having Burrow on the field is a big step in the right direction for the offense in Cincinnati. |
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Jets | Sam Eguavoen stays with Jets Mon May 6, 04:47 PM
Free-agent LB Sam Eguavoen (Jets) signed with the New York Jets Monday, May 6. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Panthers | Rashaad Penny agreed to terms Mon May 6, 04:45 PM
Free-agent RB Rashaad Penny (Eagles) officially agreed to terms with the Carolina Panthers Monday, May 6. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Packers | MarShawn Lloyd may have role as rookie Mon May 6, 04:39 PM
Green Bay Packers RB MarShawn Lloyd could see early playing time because offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich said he believes Lloyd would bring an explosive element to the offense.
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New York Jets QB PeeWee Jarrett, LB Tre Jenkins and DT Manny Jones were waived Monday, May 6.
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