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Bengals sign Joe Burrow through 2028

9/8/2023

It happened. The Cincinnati Bengals dropped a major bomb in the first quarter of NFL Kickoff - QB Joe Burrow signed a monster extension. The five-year, $275 million deal will keep Burrow in Cincy until at least 2028.

A record deal: Joe Burrow has reached agreement with the Bengals on an 5-year, $275 million extension that includes $219.01 million guaranteed and makes him the highest-paid player in NFL history, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/6GttDs7zk6
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 8, 2023

The latest highest-paid player in the NFL is ready to kick off the season on Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Burrow has been dealing with a calf strain that he suffered early in training camp but has logged full practices all week.

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QB Russell Wilson flopped big time in his first year with the Denver Broncos. But in 2023, he's determined to show more of the "old" Russell Wilson. "I'm used to some of those who believe and some of those who doubt, and I think that when you're playing high stakes and you dream to be the best you can possibly be every day, there's always going to be people that question whether you can do it or not. And I think I've proven that throughout my career what I can do and I got to do it again." Can't this dude ever speak normally and not in 'Fortune Cookie?'

Derek Carr is gearing up for his first start in a New Orleans Saints uniform and he's embracing the chance to start over in a new place. "I feel very confident. That is one thing about me, I will never lose confidence whether it goes really great or doesn't go so great." Then why did he cry that one time?

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The Chicago Bears are tasked with taking on new Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love this weekend, which may be challenging considering there isn't a lot of tape on him. Bears DC Alan Williams spoke about his preparation for his defense. "What we're trying to not to do is hunt up too many ghosts. What we have to focus on is what Green Bay has done up until this point... and then look at Love in the preseason and see what he does well."

New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers talked about how important it is to keep the belief of a Super Bowl win alive.

Aaron Rodgers was asked today why he vocalizes Super Bowl vision with Jets.

“There's a part of that is speaking things into existence, the idea of a manifestation,” Rodgers said. “The other part is a realistic look at the locker room knowing that there's anywhere from 6 to 12…
— Jori Epstein (@JoriEpstein) September 7, 2023

Joe Burrow should be able to go week one

9/6/2023

Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow was listed as "day-to-day" over the weekend by head coach Zac Taylor, but Burrow appears to be trending upwards as far as being available for Week One.

From @NFLTotalAccess: #Bengals QB Joe Burrow is in a good place, health-wise. pic.twitter.com/cAyotiefDA
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 5, 2023

The Bengals enacted a somewhat 'secret' plan to prepare Burrow for in-game action. I'm starting to think the 'secret' was that he wasn't as injured as originally thought - but that's just me.

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's contract expires in 2024, making him a prime candidate for an extension. However, the team's trading for Trey Lance has raised some suspicions that he could take over for Prescott at that time. Owner Jerry Jones says they expect Prescott to remain in Dallas.

Jerry Jones reiterated on 105.3 The Fan, “We expect Dak to be with us a long time," with Prescott's deal expiring after 2024 and carrying a $59.4 million cap figure next year.
— Todd Archer (@toddarcher) September 5, 2023

Speaking of questions at the QB position, many were confused when the New England Patriots waived Bailey Zappe last week. Head coach Bill Belichick says it was what was best for the team. "All the roster decisions are based on what we feel like's best for our football team. There's a number of things involved there. But glad to have Bailey to continue to work with him."
- The Patriots also picked up QB Matt Corral off waivers from the Carolina Panthers last week and offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien says he's been working hard to get up to speed.

"Matt has been here morning, noon and night."

Bill O'Brien praises QB Matt Corral for his effort getting up to speed on the team's system □ pic.twitter.com/9Ep7ovJ6al
— NBC Sports Boston (@NBCSBoston) September 5, 2023

The Chicago Bears listed Nathan Peterman as the team's backup quarterback ahead of Week One.

The Las Vegas Raiders restructured Jimmy Garoppolo's contract.

With Kyler Murray out for a few weeks, the Arizona Cardinals are going to start one of their backups until he's ready. The team isn't saying whether it'll be rookie Clayton Tune or Joshua Dobbs. "It's been a great process," offensive coordinator Drew Petzing said. "The guys in that room, I have a lot of faith in them."

Patriots claim Matt Corral off waivers

9/1/2023

The New England Patriots have made some interesting quarterback moves over the past few days - cutting Bailey Zappe and Malik Cunningham. Here's another - they claimed QB Matt Corral off waivers after he was cut by the Carolina Panthers.

Source: The #Patriots have claimed former #Panthers QB Matt Corral.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 31, 2023

The Panthers selected Corral in the 2022 draft before he was sidelined the entirety of the season with a Lisfranc injury. It'll be interesting to see how he fits in with the other QBs on the practice squad - and how much, if any, playing time he sees behind Mac Jones.

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I, personally, think Joe Flacco is the greatest QB of all time. Joe Montana thinks Dan Marino is. "Put Marino in today's game where he gets free release... and his receivers, holy cow, weren't very big. Now these guys are 6'4", 6'5." I think Marino is probably one of the most unsung heroes of the game. People don't talk enough about him or realize the numbers that he put up during the times he put them up." Apparently Montana doesn't talk to a lot of Miami Dolphins fans, because that's all they talk about.

QB Anthony Brown returned to the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad.
- QB Josh Johnson also re-signed with Ravens.

The Buffalo Bills signed QB Shane Buechele to their practice squad.

QB Nathan Peterman is back with the Chicago Bears.
- The Bears are still making a decision on which QB (Peterman or rookie Tyson Bagent) will be the team's No. 2 QB.

QB Deshaun Watson was voted a Cleveland Browns team captain because he is a very good example of how to lead other men (sarcasm). Head coach Kevin Stefanski actually thinks this though. "These players voted for those guys and Deshaun in particular, but Deshaun, that's very, very natural for him to lead. And I think he's comfortable leading them out in front."

The Indianapolis Colts named rookie QB Anthony Richardson one of their seven captains for 2023.

The Detroit Lions signed QB David Blough to the practice squad.

Expectations are high for the New York Jets this season. And Aaron Rodgers knows it. "Obviously, there are a lot of expectations. A lot of people are going to be pulling for us to fall flat - the crows as Robert Saleh referred to them. A lot of people are in our corner too, which is a good thing."

Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow returned to practice this week, and the plan is for him to return Week 1. If all goes to plan, that is. "I think he's in a good place and we got a good plan in place for him to get ready for Week 1," offensive coordinator Brian Callahan said.

Patriots cut Bailey Zappe, Malik Cunningham

8/30/2023

As NFL teams got down to their final 53-man rosters on Tuesday, the New England Patriots cut everyone not named Mac Jones basically. Backup QBs Bailey Zappe (a fan-favorite) and Malik Cunningham (after a strong preseason) were both waived by the team.

Zappe, a fourth-rounder in 2022, appeared in two games as a rookie - and played well enough for fans to scream incessantly that they wanted him to start over Jones. Cunningham, who was an undrafted free agent out of Louisville in 2023, had a strong preseason.

Fans and media weren't the only ones a little shocked by the moves. Patriots special-teamer Matthew Slater said the news that Zappe was being cut was a shock to the whole locker room.

Matthew Slater said he has “mixed emotions” about Bailey Zappe’s release.

“Certainly, something like that is, I guess, surprising to a lot of us.”

“I love Bailey. He knows how I feel about him. He’s one of my favorite kids all-time.” pic.twitter.com/EBIpj0xYWT
— Zack Cox (@ZackCoxNESN) August 29, 2023

It's possible that one, or both will end up on someone else's roster - or someone's practice squad.

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Jimmy Garoppolo has had a ton of time to get to know Trey Lance over the past few seasons when they were both with the San Francisco 49ers. Garoppolo thinks Lance will end up in a good place, but just needs some playing time (we all feel this way, Jimmy). "Excited for Trey. Just a new opportunity for him. Things didn't work out in San Francisco for whatever reasons, but glad that he gets another shot. This league's all about opportunities, and when you get a fresh one like that, you've just got to take advantage of it."

The Cincinnati Bengals released QB Trevor Siemian.

The #Bengals have released QB Trevor Siemian, per Trevor

Jake Browning is currently QB2
— Jay Morrison (@ByJayMorrison) August 29, 2023

The Washington Commanders cut QB Jake Fromm.

The Denver Broncos waived QB Ben DiNucci.

The Cleveland Browns officially waived QB Kellen Mond.

The Chicago Bears will release QB Nathan Peterman, which will leave Tyson Bagent as the backup QB.

The Dallas Cowboys cut QB Will Grier.

The San Francisco 49ers are keeping QB Brandon Allen on the 53-man roster, along with Sam Darnold and Brock Purdy.

The Buffalo Bills put veteran QB Matt Barkley on injured reserve, leaving Kyle Allen as the No. 2 QB.

QB Tim Boyle was among the New York Jets' final roster cuts.

The Detroit Lions put QB Nate Sudfeld on injured reserve with a torn ACL.

The Baltimore Ravens released both Josh Johnson and Anthony Brown, leaving only two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.

Titans Rookie QB Will Levis dealing with lower body injury

8/18/2023

Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Will Levis left practice on Thursday and did not return. Levis is dealing with a lower body injury, and his status for this weekend's preseason game is up in the air.

Only managed hockey report on Will Levis so far:

Injury is lower body. #Titans.
— Paul Kuharsky (@PaulKuharskyNFL) August 17, 2023

Malik Willis is already expected to start preseason Week Two. Head coach Mike Vrabel said they will see where he's at come Saturday.

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Russell Wilson is hoping for a turnaround after last season for the Denver Broncos (because it can't really get much worse). Wilson is seeing things come together on offense throughout training camp. "The biggest thing is trying to get the ball to our playmakers' hands, in whatever way that is. We've got a lot of ways to do that. Coach [Sean]Payton] really knows how to do that and dial it up. I think that it's all coming together and we're working our butts off." Russell Wilson said 'butt'?

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said the team will play QB Josh Allen, other starters into the second quarter during this week's preseason game.

McDermott says Cam Lewis and Damien Harris will still be limited at practice today.

Starters, including Josh Allen, will play about a quarter and a half on Saturday.

“Simply put, it’s to get them ready for the season.”#Bills @WGRZ
— Jonathan Acosta (@_jacosta) August 17, 2023

Kenny Pickett, other Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to get more playing time this weekend vs. Bills.

Sam Darnold will likely get the start for Week 2 of the preseason. "It's not set in stone," head coach Kyle Shanahan said. "What I said last week, we wanted Trey [Lance] to get the majority of the first half so Sam could get the next week."
- Shanahan also said presumed starter Brock Purdy may play a series or two on Saturday. "We plan on Sam going the first half still... I might get Brock in there for a little bit. I haven't finalized that yet, but thinking about playing the ones, for possibly a series, a little in the first quarter."

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans says rookie QB CJ Stroud will start in preseason Week 2.

Texans HC DeMeco Ryans said QB CJ Stroud will start vs. Dolphins on Saturday (4 p.m., NFL Network).

2nd straight preseason start for Stroud. All healthy starters expected to play.
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) August 17, 2023

The New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers practiced against each other this week, and linebacker Matt Judon likes what he sees so far from first-year starter Jordan Love.

Asked Pats LB Matthew Judon what were his impressions of Jordan Love through 2 joint practices: “He’s a good kid, very calm, composed. I think he’s going to be a great leader for this organization, a good player. We all can see the arm talent. He’s got some nice arm talent.”
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 17, 2023

What does Patrick Mahomes want to see himself do more of? The good ol' QB Sneak. "I'll always want to because I always say that I haven't got stopped yet. Because even the one that my knee got hurt on, I still got the first down." Damn, okay.

Justin Fields will not play for the Chicago Bears on Saturday.

Deshaun Watson did not play for the Cleveland Browns in Thursday's preseason game, but he wants to play a quarter in the next one. "I would love to be out there. I'm not sure how much exactly because I know Kevin [Stefanski] doesn't want us to play the whole game, but get a little rhythm going for maybe a quarter against the Super Bowl champs and just to have that test I think would be fun."

Aaron Rodgers says he's not in new york for just one season

8/2/2023

We all know the story by now of how Aaron Rodgers took a massive pay cut to play with the New York Jets. But, apparently, he reiterated (once again) that he plans to be there for longer than just 2023.

Aaron Rodgers on the #Jets: “This is going to be a few years partnership.”
— Zack Rosenblatt (@ZackBlatt) August 1, 2023

As someone who has thought that Rodgers would retire after the past two seasons, I'd be shocked if he played beyond 2023. It's better to bow out too soon than too late.

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The Washington Commanders are all-in on second-year quarterback Sam Howell for 2023 and one of their first orders of business is getting him up to speed with star wide receiver Terry McLaurin. Scary Terry speaks about the relationship thus far. "As we've gone over the course of this offseason, we've thrown together, we've gotten some reps out here. I think one thing that strikes me with him is we have a nuanced connection."

After missing Monday's practice due to having a nasal procedure, Indianapolis Colts rookie QB Anthony Richardson returned to practice on Tuesday.
- Richardson got all 18 starting reps Tuesday.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is getting up to speed after recovering from offseason elbow surgery. Part of that means taking a day or two off during training camp. Purdy said, "Arm still feels great. Three weeks ago, we started building up to this, doing two days of throwing, a day off, two days of throwing. So I've been actually doing this plan for a couple of weeks now, and so it feels normal, it feels fresh when I go out to practice, and ready to go."

Peyton Manning visited the Green Bay Packers earlier this summer, and quarterback Jordan Love picked up some tidbits from the legendary QB as he heads into his first year as a starter.

Jordan Love with more on what advice Peyton Manning had for him: film prep, taking coaching, asking questions. A productive conversation for the #Packers’ first-time starter. pic.twitter.com/Vu2D06Psl2
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 1, 2023

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels and QB Jimmy Garoppolo previously worked alongside each other with the New England Patriots (Garoppolo was Tom Brady's backup), but McDaniels says that was a different time, and not to make much of it. "He didn't play much for me in New England. You know, I got to be around him when he was developing, but he really put a stamp on what he's about in San Fran. I know he was coached well by an incredible coaching staff there, and he's doing some really good things here already."

The Atlanta Falcons are heading into 2023 with a lot of playmakers on offense, but it's still fair to question if second-year QB Desmond Ridder is the real deal. Team owner Arthur Blank seems to think he is.

Arthur Blank on Desmond Ridder: "We feel pretty strongly that he’s going to be our quarterback of the future. We have to play games and we have to see, but we feel good about him."
— Josh Kendall (@JoshTheAthletic) August 1, 2023

Cleveland Browns QB Kellen Mond will start in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game against the New York Jets. Rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson is also expected to get some playing time. On Mond, head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters, "I think Kellen's done a great job. There was a period of just getting to know him early in the season last year. So he's done everything we've asked him to do."

The Chicago Bears plan for QB Justin Fields to get some playing time in the first preseason game. "It will be some play time," head coach Matt Eberflus said. "A little bit in there. But how much I'm not sure. We'll have to continue to discuss that."

Justin Fields says he'll throw for 4K yards in 2023

7/21/2023

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields is under a lot of pressure to deliver in 2023. And he's bringing most of it on himself. Fields declared that he will be the first Bears QB to reach 4,000 yards.

The @ChicagoBears have NEVER had a passer throw for 4,000 yards in a single season.

Justin Fields says that is going to change... THIS season.@atcoveredpod pic.twitter.com/89zAFmxEdF
— NFL on CBS □ (@NFLonCBS) July 20, 2023

I love the confidence.

The franchise record was set by Erik Kramer (who even is that?) in 1995 with 3,838 yards. Fields led all QBs in rushing yards last season, but we'll see in 2023 if he can level up to this high expectation.

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Rumors have been swirling that the Los Angeles Rams have been on the brink of moving on from QB Matthew Stafford. COO Kevin Demoff isn't exactly denying this, but he's definitely watering this rumor down. "I know there are reports that we tried to trade Matthew. We were not actively trying to trade Matthew. I know Les [Snead] has rebuffed that before. It's just not the case." Key word - "actively." Translation - "We know nobody wants this awful contract we gave him."

You'd think the Kansas City Chiefs would be satisfied with two of the last four Super Bowl trophies. But, no. Patrick Mahomes says the team is as motivated as ever and is looking to repeat. "Everybody's motivated by that. You should be motivated to do it again. When you have that parade, when you go through the offseason that I've been through, you want to do it again."

The Miami Dolphins picked up QB Tua Tagovailoa's fifth-year option, but have not yet signed him to a long-term deal. The reason? He needs to show he can stay healthy. Tagovailoa knows he's under pressure this season to do so. "I think I've got to do what I've been doing this past year, outside of injuries. Just the way I play football, play my style of football. But I think the things that have hurt me have been just the injuries."

The Green Bay Packers announced the signing of QB Alex McGough.

The expectations are through the roof for the New York Jets this season because of who they have at quarterback, and Aaron Rodgers knows it. "It's spectacular, that's what you want. You want to be a part of a place that has high expectations and there's a lot of positivity around here, which I think is definitely a good thing."

The Detroit Lions placed rookie QB Hendon Hooker on the active/non-football injury list to start training camp.

Justin Fields gives himself a new title

7/18/2023

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields believes he is one of the greatest running QBs in all of NFL history. He named Michael Vick, Cam Newton, Lamar Jackson, Steve Young, and himself.

"I'm definitely in the top 5." ??@justnfields lists his top 5 running QBs in NFL history (@atcoveredpod) pic.twitter.com/H0Ixz7MRTL
— NFL on CBS ? (@NFLonCBS) July 18, 2023

There's nothing wrong with this line of thinking. I'd rather my favorite QB think he was the best over being like, "Well, let me list x amount of guys who are better than me."

Fields ran for just under 1150 yards last season - the second-most for a QB in history (Jackson had 1206 in 2019). And you could argue that he may have broken Jackson's record had he played in Week 17. But, I think Fields is putting himself there a little early, but it's also fine for him to be a little cocky. It's my favorite QB trait.

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Doug Pederson was Jalen Hurts' head coach his rookie season, and he could see Hurts' success from a mile away. "It's really no surprise to me the success that Jalen's having right now and just wish him the best moving forward. But the things that impressed me the most are probably the things you see off the football field. The leadership ability, the work ethic, the way he approaches the game, the way he studies the game, the way he wants to be coached."

Houston Texans rookie quarterback CJ Stroud came into the building ready to work, learn, and impress, says veteran left tackle Laremy Tunsil. "Man, you should have seen how he came in the building. He came in the building already a leader. He voices himself in the huddles."

Trey Lance's future with the San Francisco 49ers is up in the air at the moment, but that doesn't mean teammates are going to stop rooting for him. "Trey is beloved in our locker room," says fullback Kyle Juszczyk. "Everybody loves Trey. The dude really does work his ass off."

The Green Bay Packers will sign USFL MVP Alex McGough after a workout with the team.

#Packers intend to sign @USFL MVP quarterback Alex McGough @USFLStallions a two time champion and athletic dual threat previously with #Texans #Seahawks    #Jaguars following a successful workout, per league sources @KPRC2 https://t.co/rJuwc72RRe
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) July 18, 2023

Who's responsible for the recent turnaround of the Cincinnati Bengals? None other than quarterback Joe Burrow, says Sam Hubbard. "Having a guy like that that you can always play hard for and you always know you're in every game, it inspires the whole team."

The Los Angeles Rams and Matthew Stafford may be on the outs after 2023. Colin Cowherd stated on his radio show that, "I was told by a source I trust that they wanted to re-do his contract. He wasn't interested. It limits what they can do and they were frustrated with him." Stafford is on the back-end of his career, so I don't blame him for wanting to get as much as he can out of that deal. But the Rams are looking dumb for doing it in the first place - the dark side of going "all-in for a ring."

Josh Allen is on the cover of Madden 24

6/8/2023

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is this year's Madden 24 cover athlete.

Allen, himself, called this honor, "a childhood dream come true."

A childhood dream come true □
#Madden24 | #EAathlete pic.twitter.com/8PYdq9WOuH
— Josh Allen (@JoshAllenQB) June 7, 2023

Allen is the first Bills player to be featured on the cover and the first cover to feature fans. A good shoutout to #BillsMafia.

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Detroit Lions rookie QB Hendon Hooker won't be playing in 2023 (most likely), but he's making progress as he recovers from a torn ACL. Hooker did some light throwing on Tuesday and seemed really happy about it. "All day it was on my mind. I'm thinking like, 'I wonder how I'll throw today.' But I felt pretty good. Missed one ball to end it out, but it felt good. I felt I put the ball where I wanted to."

Brock Purdy is likely to be the starter for the San Francisco 49ers in September, but tight end George Kittle is praising Trey Lance's growth. (And, if you listen closely, it's clear the rumors about Lance struggling throughout the past two seasons were not just rumors.)

“I think Trey [Lance] looks significantly better than he did last year.” □

— George Kittle pic.twitter.com/PmkhjTru96
— 49ers on NBCS (@NBCS49ers) June 6, 2023

The Chicago Bears are focused on improving Justin Fields' game in 2023, while also limiting his running and improving his overall knowledge of the game. Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy detailed the team's plans for Fields in 2023. "With the running part of it, most of that is a natural thing once you're in the moment. But the decision making, we're working on every day. Timing and rhythm, we're working on every day."

Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert participated in 7-on-7 drills for the first time in front of reporters this week. Herbert is recovering from shoulder surgery and is on track to be 100% by training camp.

#Chargers QB Justin Herbert did participate in 7-on-7 drills today during the team's OTA practice. That's the first time he has done so in front of reporters this offseason. Herbert had surgery on his left shoulder after the season.
— Jeff Miller (@JeffMillerLAT) June 7, 2023

Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa donated $10,000 to TuAnon founder's family via GoFundMe.

Texans' owner says he didn't pressure pick of CJ Stroud

5/9/2023

The Houston Texans picked Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud with the second overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft; we know this. What is puzzling is that the team fleeced everyone into thinking they weren't taking a quarterback - so much so that several mock drafts as early as two weeks before had the team going defense at No. 2. Texans owner Cal McNair insisted that he had no influence on the pick of Stroud. "Hannah and I don't make the picks," McNair said at the team's charity golf event.

#Texans owner Cal McNair makes it adamantly clear on the draft that “Hannah and I don’t make the picks. We ll make it clear there.”
— DJ Bien-Aime (@Djbienaime) May 8, 2023

"We have a great group of scouts led by Nick [Caserio] and James Lippert," McNair continued, "and they did a lot of work on the draft board, and then they followed that on draft day, and they moved up when they saw the value was there and moved back."

Houston, famously, picked Stroud at No. 2 and then traded up to take Alabama defensive end Will Anderson Jr. The Texans are certainly doing everything they can to improve their roster, which has been one of the weakest in the NFL for the past few seasons.

I, personally, love the presence of new head coach DeMeco Ryans and think he can make a huge impact on trying to change the course of the franchise. It probably won't be this year, or even next, but they definitely have the ability to slowly get better with time.

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The Arizona Cardinals selected Houston QB Clayton Tune in the fifth round, but he thinks he's the best QB prospect in this year's class. "If you look at my body of work, the effect that I have on my team that I play on, I elevate everyone around me. I'm a natural leader, people follow me and see the work that I'm putting in and the mindset that I have, and they want to follow suit. I have that no-flinch mentality when things get tough." That's some confidence. Maybe it'll work in his favor - starter Kyler Murray may miss the first few weeks of the season while he recovers from a torn ACL. Could Tune get a chance to fill in?

The Indianapolis Colts got to see their rookie QB in action during rookie minicamp. New head coach Shane Steichen said he's impressed with Anthony Richardson so far. "He's come in every day attacking this thing like a pro. And we just continue to be consistent with it every single day."

Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields returned to Ohio State this weekend to graduate. He earned a degree in consumer and family financial services.

After a report surfaced over the weekend that the Washington Commanders looked into signing retired QB Andrew Luck in 2022, the Colts are looking into whether any tampering occurred. Owner Jim Irsay tweeted Sunday night to warn that that could be the case.

Trevor Siemian is the new backup QB for the Cincinnati Bengals. When asked why he chose Cincy, he said it was the best fit for him.

Bengals QB Trevor Siemian on why he signed with Cincy: "I just think I just wanted to find a good fit. Somewhere I can come in and contribute. This checked all those boxes."
— Ben Baby (@Ben_Baby) May 8, 2023

The New Orleans Saints picked QB Jake Haener in the fourth-round of the draft. How come? Because he reminded GM Jeff Ireland of Drew Brees. No, seriously. "I was just really impressed with the person, how he plays. He's had several fourth-quarter comebacks. He does kind of remind you or there's some similarities to No. 9."

Dak Prescott has a new face in his wide receiver room in Brandin Cooks. He's looking forward to working with the former Texans receiver, and likes what he's seen of him so far. "The moment that guy showed up, just watching him in workouts and how he carries himself from drill-to-drill, what he does pre-workout and post-workout to take care of his body to have that speed."
- Former Elon quarterback Matthew McKay will throw at Dallas Cowboys rookie minicamp.