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a new home for james bradberry

5/19/2022

Cornerback James Bradberry signed a one-year, $10 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. Bradberry and Darius Slay will team up at the position. Bradberry is coming off of a down year in 2021, but if he can get back to his 2020 form, the Eagles will be difficult to pass against this season.

Sources: Former #Giants Pro Bowl CB James Bradberry has agreed to terms with the #Eagles on a 1-year deal for $10M. A big-time post-draft addition, as Bradberry lands in a perfect spot.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 18, 2022

After undergoing knee surgery in the offseason, Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee is recovering. He missed the Super Bowl due to a sprained MCL sustained during the NFC title game. Despite some light on-field activity this spring, Higbee's rehab process is ongoing and is expected to be ready for the 2022 season.

Higbee also said he did have surgery, FWIW. Says he’s in a good place now. https://t.co/7TMjQmxhvG
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) May 17, 2022

drew brees: not back

5/18/2022

Drew Brees is not seriously considering returning to the NFL, according to Ed Werder. Werder confirmed Brees recently had surgery on his left shoulder and won't be able to play until September or October. However, it's expected that Brees is expected to remain retired, and Jameis Winston will be leading the New Orleans Saints' offense in Week One.

Knowing Drew Brees over the years, I do not take seriously his recent social media posts about unretiring to play QB in the #NFL. For one thing, he had left shoulder surgery two weeks ago and would be physically unable to play until at least September or October, per a source.
— Ed Werder (@WerderEdESPN) May 17, 2022

Treylon Burks signed a four-year, $14.36 million contract with the Tennessee Titans. Burks was taken with the No. 18 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft and is expected to be the replacement for wide receiver AJ Brown.

The Titans and first round WR Treylon Burks have agreed to terms on his 4-year, $14,369,590 fully guaranteed contract with a fifth-year team option.

Rookie contracts coming together quickly.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 17, 2022

Tarik Cohen, an unsigned free agent running back, injured himself during a workout he broadcast live on Instagram. After a pop that can be heard during the video, many speculate that it is a torn Achilles. In March, Cohen was released by the Chicago Bears and has been trying to find a new team after a torn ACL in 2020 forced him to miss the entire 2021 season.

Free agent RB Tarik Cohen appears to have suffered a serious lower-leg injury during a workout streaming on IG Live. He’s been training for his comeback from a serious knee injury suffered in the 2020 season.
— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) May 17, 2022

jaire alexander becomes highest-paid cb

5/17/2022

The Green Bay Packers signed cornerback Jaire Alexander to a four-year, $84 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid corner in NFL history (up until this point, because we know that's how it works). Alexander is said to be fully recovered from a shoulder injury that kept him sidelined for the majority of 2021. When healthy, Alexander is one of the best CBs in the NFL; now, he's paid like one.

Packers and Pro-Bowl CB Jaire Alexander are finalizing a 4-year, $84 million contract extension, per source. Deal includes $31 million in 2022 - a DB record of $30 million in signing bonus. Alexander will receive $42.5M by March. @JohnThornton of @RocNationSports confirmed deal.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 16, 2022

On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons signed former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison, adding another option to the mix. Allison is inconsistent at best, mostly having a great game now and then before falling off completely. Allison had most of his success in Green Bay, but the team let him walk in free agency.

The Falcons have signed veteran WR Geronimo Allison.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 16, 2022

The league is likely deciding on a potential Deshaun Watson suspension, as executives are reportedly meeting with Watson in Texas later this week. Backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett would probably start in Watson's place for the Cleveland Browns for the duration of his suspension.

In such investigations, the NFL usually talks to the player last, so this is likely an indication the league is wrapping things up. Next question would be whether or not they make a ruling before there's resolution on the 22 civil cases. https://t.co/0Ff0G06Azt
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) May 16, 2022

The New England Patriots waived quarterback D'Eriq King, who signed with the team as an undrafted free agent. King was expected to play a multitude of roles -- anything from QB to receiver to running back to kick returner. King didn't do enough to earn a roster spot, but could end up on the practice squad.

The Patriots have waived former Miami QB D’Eriq King, who signed with the team as an undrafted free agent.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 16, 2022

we'll be subjected to more tom brady

5/11/2022

Whenever Tom Brady decides to retire for real this time (hopefully sooner rather than later), he will still grace our television screens until the end of time. Sigh. Brady will be an analyst for Fox (of course) at the end of his playing career.

Tom Brady joining Fox Sports as lead NFL analyst after he retires! Lachlan Murdoch breaks news on Fox earnings call.
— Joe Flint (@JBFlint) May 10, 2022

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Clyde Christensen said Kyle Trask would not be competing with Blaine Gabbert for the backup QB job during camp, which is... interesting. This doesn't bode well for Trask's future as a quarterback if he can't beat out Gabbert in camp, no? How bad can this guy be?

Bucs quarterbacks coach Clyde Christensen when asked if Kyle Trask will have the chance to compete as the backup QB: "It's more of a learning curve. I don't see him competing with Gabbert this year. ... I see Gabbert being the backup and Kyle being the developmental guy."
— JennaLaineESPN (@JennaLaineESPN) May 10, 2022

finally some relief for james bradberry

5/10/2022

After trying to trade him, the New York Giants (finally) released cornerback James Bradberry on Monday. However, Bradberry should find a home rather quickly, as several teams have been interested in him throughout the past month. Cutting Bradberry saves the Giants $10.1 million in cap space.

The Giants are releasing CB James Bradberry after failing to find a trade partner, per source. The move will create $10.1M in cap savings while leaving $11.7M in dead money.

(Savings will be $11.5M with $10.4M dead this year and $1.4M dead in 2023 if they make it a June 1 cut)
— Dan Duggan (@DDuggan21) May 9, 2022

The Detroit Lions have signed their first-round pick, Aidan Hutchinson, to a four-year, $35.7 million contract. It includes a $23.15 million signing bonus and a fifth-year option. Hutchinson was one of the top prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft and will be a game-changing player for a team that desperately needs it.

Aidan Hutchinson’s four-year contract with the #Lions is worth $35,713,388, including a $23,153,372 signing bonus.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) May 9, 2022

the ravens + jarvis landry?

5/9/2022

The Baltimore Ravens have "expressed interest" in former Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry. How much interest exactly? I'm told they haven't reached out or made him an offer (as of this past weekend). This year, Baltimore passed on drafting a receiver after trading Marquise Brown to the Arizona Cardinals. The Ravens' WR room currently consists of Rashod Bateman, James Proche, and Devin Duvernay. The New Orleans Saints have also been linked to Landry.

Free agent WR Jarvis Landry has not heard from the #Browns as of late following the team drafting two WRs in the NFL Draft, per a league source.

I’m told another team in the AFC North: the Baltimore Ravens, have expressed interest in Landry since the draft ended.
— Brad Stainbrook (@StainbrookNFL) May 6, 2022

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles said the team is "all in" on second-year quarterback Justin Fields. Umm... I would hope so. The team, so far, hasn't built around Fields the way they should. They added wideout Velus Jones in the third round, and that's pretty much it. Darnell Mooney and Byron Pringle are also there, but neither are that special. I hope the expectations are realistic.

"We're all in on Justin [Fields]. I believe in Justin, the staff believes in Justin."

- Ryan Poles, just now on ESPN 1000
— Jeremy Layton (@JeremyLayt0n) May 6, 2022

At their minicamp, free agent defensive tackle Marcell Dareus is working out for the Baltimore Ravens. Dareus has not seen the field since being cut by the Jacksonville Jaguars at the end of the 2019 season. So this is quite a reach.

Harbaugh said former first-round DT Marcell Dareus also at Ravens minicamp.
— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) May 7, 2022

May 02nd, 2022

5/2/2022

The Chicago Bears cut quarterback Nick Foles after he requested his release. Foles has been in Chicago for two seasons as the backup and will likely continue that role in a new location.

The #Bears have agreed to release QB Nick Foles, his agent Justin Schulman confirmed. The team’s new regime decided to allow Foles to find his next home rather than continue to search for a trade partner. “Ryan Poles did the classy thing and Nick appreciates it,” Schulman said.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) May 1, 2022

The New Orleans Saints are expected to push for free agent safety Tyrann Mathieu. Malcolm Jenkins' departure left a hole in the Saints' roster at the position, and they didn't address the need in this year's draft. Mathieu is probably the best remaining free agent out there.

After failing to land a safety during the draft, the Saints now are expected to re-visit their talks with free-agent Pro-Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu and make an aggressive push to try to add him to their roster, per sources. Mathieu was born and raised in New Orleans.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 1, 2022

do they or don't they take a qb

4/27/2022

The Carolina Panthers are slated to pick at No. 6 on Thursday, and if mock drafts are your thing, many of them have them picking a quarterback. During a press conference on Tuesday, general manager Scott Fitterer said they had done their work on QB prospects and that they are a few they are comfortable with taking with their first pick. I think Kenny Pickett goes to Carolina, but this also makes me think the Panthers are trying to persuade someone to trade with them if THEY are also eyeing a top QB.

Scott Fitterer says there are a couple of QBs he would feel comfortable with at No. 6. He also said there are a handful of teams that are serious about trading up to 6.
— David Newton (@DNewtonespn) April 26, 2022

While rumors went around on Monday that Las Vegas Raiders star tight end Darren Waller was being looked at in a trade with the Green Bay Packers, it seems that lil rumor is going nowhere. It was somewhat believable because Waller only has one year remaining on his current deal, but it seems more likely that Vegas will look to get something long-term worked out with Waller.

Got a firm ‘zero chance’ Darren Waller is traded from a source. Teams certainly would like to acquire a top tight end on a good contract but Raiders have no plans to acquiesce.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) April 26, 2022

The Chicago Bears may be taking trade calls for pass rusher Robert Quinn. They already let Khalil Mack walk, and if they're currently in re-build mode, this may be a no-brainer. It's possible they're gearing up talk before the draft, for the player who had 18 and a half sacks in 2021.

Interesting. Robert Quinn was in Chicago today meeting the new staff and spending time with #Bears coach Matt Eberflus. But teams are sniffing around on him for a possible trade. One of several veteran names being discussed. https://t.co/pXvlZlr1oF
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 26, 2022

The Denver Broncos re-signed running back Melvin Gordon to a one-year deal on Tuesday night. Gordon also talked with the Baltimore Ravens this offseason about a potential deal. He fits better in Denver.

Breaking: FA RB Melvin Gordon is re-signing with the #Broncos, per source.

A 2x Pro Bowler w/the #Chargers, Gordon -- who just turned 29 -- tallied 1,904 yards and 20 TDs his last two seasons, both with Denver. (Melvin also visited the #Ravens.) Huge get for Russell Wilson. □
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 27, 2022

the latest on deebo samuel

4/26/2022

General manager John Lynch reiterated again that the San Francisco 49ers have no interest at moving wide receiver Deebo Samuel. The Niners don't want to move him, but Samuel has requested a trade and clearly wants out of San Francisco. Samuel has one year left on his rookie deal, so this is a situation that will be closely monitored. I'm in the club of 'everyone is tradeable for the right price.'

Lynch now saying he can’t imagine a scenario where they let Deebo Samuel go. Too good of a player. Also praised him as a person, too, noting he interacts with fans before games. https://t.co/09mo442IVQ
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) April 25, 2022

While many have assumed Baker Mayfield would be traded by now, the first-round quarterback is still on the Cleveland Browns' roster, and their asking price may go down post-draft. The Carolina Panthers, who are slated to pick at No. 6, could further pursue Mayfield if they don't take a QB with that pick. The Seattle Seahawks have also been a team linked to Mayfield.

From NFL Now (in Las Vegas): The #Panthers aren't trading for QB Baker Mayfield, at least not before Thursday. Which opens up a ton of questions... pic.twitter.com/3Lq1RHaWLM
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 25, 2022

The New York Giants are looking to trade wide receiver Kadarius Toney unless they aren't. While reports have floated over the past week of a desire to trade him, New York may not be shopping him; just listening to offers. And they want something substantial in his return. So while Toney has not reported to offseason workouts, has been plagued by injuries, and has no real ties to head coach Brian Daboll, a trade for Toney will likely not happen before the Draft later this week. UPDATE: Toney was present at the Giants' facility for workouts on Monday.

Spoke to a bunch of sources around the league about second-year WR Kadarius Toney over the weekend. Giants view him as a valuable asset. Would want a significant return. Makes it seem right now the likelihood is he does not get moved.#giants #nfl #NFLDraft2022
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) April 25, 2022

The hearing for New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been pushed back until August. Kamara is being charged with a felony regarding an incident the night before this year's Pro Bowl. The NFL could potentially fine or suspend Kamara for the incident, but they are expected to wait until the trial is over.

Hearing in Alvin Kamara case moved to August. https://t.co/MeTWHtHKDt
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) April 25, 2022

The 49ers picked up edge rusher Nick Bosa's fifth-year option. Bosa, the second-overall pick in 2019's draft, has been one of the top ten edge rushers the entirety of his career thus far. I'd expect the Niners to want to work out a long-term deal with him sometime in the near future.

49ers picked up Nick Bosa's fifth-year option today, not there ever was a doubt about that.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 25, 2022

49ers right tackle Mike McGlinchey tore his quad in Week 9, but expects to be ready to go by training camp. The Niners picked up McGlinchey's fifth-year option so he's under contract through this season.

#49ers RT Mike McGlinchey, who tore his quadriceps in November, said he expects to be able to participate in training camp.
— Eric Branch (@Eric_Branch) April 25, 2022

Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley missed six games of the 2020 season with an ankle injury before declaring himself ready for 2021. Fast forward to Week 2, and he was out for the season with the same injury. Stanley is said to be on pace to be ready for the 2022 season, let's just hope it works out this time.

#Ravens All-Pro OT Ronnie Stanley received a medical check-up recently and he’s on pace to be ready for 2022, sources say. Stanley played just one game last year then had another ankle surgery. He’ll be monitored throughout the summer, but there is optimistic he’ll be good to go.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 25, 2022

Draft trades are starting to roll in. The New England Patriots dealt a fifth-round pick to the Houston Texans for their sixth and seventh-round picks.

Trade: Patriots dealt their fifth-round pick to the Texans for their sixth- and seventh-round picks, per sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 25, 2022

49ers running back Elijah Mitchell had once of those elusive "clean up knee procedures" after the 2021 season. He missed some practice time and a handful of games in 2021 due to knee problems but should be ready for 2022 training camp.

#49ers RB Elijah Mitchell was playing hurt toward at the end of the season. He said he required a clean-up procedure on his knee.
— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) April 25, 2022

April 23rd, 2022

4/23/2022

Seven-time Pro Bowl safety Earl Thomas wants to revive his NFL career. Thomas last played for the Baltimore Ravens and was released in 2020 for conduct detrimental to the team. Thomas went through a domestic violence issue (which, I'm not going to get into the details, was WILD) and reportedly fought with teammates during training camp. At age 33, Thomas might have something left in the tank, but it remains whether a team will take a chance on him given his past issues.

Former seven-time Pro-Bowl safety Earl Thomas, who last played for Baltimore in 2019 and who turns 33 in May, said today that he wants to resume his NFL career this season. “I’m ready,” Thomas texted. “I’m in shape. My timing is on point - I’m proud of that.”
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 22, 2022

The Jacksonville Jaguars (once again) have the number one pick in this year's NFL Draft. While most have Aidan Hutchinson as going number one, the team says they're between four players at the moment for their first choice. General manager Trent Baalke also added that he had not fielded any calls from teams wanting to trade up to the top spot.

Jaguars GM Trent Baalke later says they have 4 players in consideration for the No.1 overall pick. He won’t reveal who or what positions. Gotta figure Aiden Hutchinson, Travon Walker & at least one of OTs are among the group.
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) April 22, 2022

Wide receiver Deebo Samuel and the San Francisco 49ers are at a standstill as a contract goes. But, it turns out, Samuel doesn't want a new deal from the team; he just wants out. The 49ers insist they have no intention of trading him, but this is something worth keeping an eye on.

"From my understanding Deebo Samuel basically told the 49ers I want to be traded & don't make an offer.. I don't think this is about the money" ~@RapSheet #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/V6Nc0Vwveu
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) April 22, 2022

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard spoke with reporters this week and was asked about the status of wide receiver T.Y. Hilton. Hilton is currently a free agent and hinted that he wasn't interested in retiring at this time. So could a return to the Colts be possible despite little to no interest from other teams? Ballard says he thinks Hilton can still play but didn't confirm or deny that the team has interest.

Chis Ballard said they’ll still have some talks with T.Y. Hilton. Ballard has texted with him this week and thinks Hilton can still play.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) April 22, 2022