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Buffalo beats Rams in first game of season

9/9/2022

The Buffalo Bills started the season with a beautiful first drive right into the end zone. Quarterback Josh Allen threw a 26-yard pass to wide receiver Gabriel Davis for a touchdown. Allen was 5-for-5 with 58 yards on the drive.

A turnover fest broke out in the second quarter, with three straight turnovers. First, Allen "threw" an interception to receiver Isaiah McKenzie (who straight up dropped it). Then, running back James Cook fumbled the ball on his first carry shortly after. Finally, Rams QB Matthew Stafford gave it right back, throwing an interception to CB Dane Jackson. The Bills ended this turnover streak with a field goal to take a 10-0 lead over Los Angeles.

The game went into halftime tied 10-10 after a phenomenal catch from wide receiver Cooper Kupp. It's good. Trust me.

Just absolute insanity. pic.twitter.com/ebninmueEP
— lindsey ok (@lindseyyok) September 9, 2022

Following halftime, Buffalo appeared to make adjustments as they forced a Rams' three-and-out. A stiff arm and a redemption touchdown by McKenzie later, the Bills were up 17-10.

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— lindsey ok (@lindseyyok) September 9, 2022

Buffalo came away with the win, beating the Rams 31-10.

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The Los Angeles Rams announced Thursday that they extended their head coach Sean McVay and general manager, Les Snead, ahead of their first game. Both are now under contract through 2026. With a Super Bowl win in 2021 under their belts, the Rams are heading into 2022 looking to be the rare team that repeats.

Both now under contract through 2026. https://t.co/ODiwzfyZ4v
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 8, 2022

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was limited in Thursday's practice with an ankle injury. Prescott said he was wearing new shoes and would be fine. As a woman, this tracks.

Dak Prescott said he was limited in practice today with an ankle issue. Prescott stressed he’s fine.
— Calvin Watkins (@calvinwatkins) September 8, 2022

The New Orleans Saints signed center Erik McCoy to a five-year, $63.75 million extension on Thursday. $40 million in guarantees is included, and he'll be a Saint through 2027.

A contract extension for #Saints C Erik McCoy announced by his agents Bill Johnson and Matthew Pope of @apexsportsgroup.

The deal is worth up to $63.75 million and includes over $40 million in guarantees over five years, sources say. https://t.co/GWaaY3LXuP
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) September 8, 2022

Mekhi Becton likely out for the season

8/10/2022

New York Jets right tackle Mekhi Becton is likely out for the 2022 season, after suffering a knee injury during Monday's practice. The team is calling it a fractured knee cap, which sounds terribly painful (and terribly confusing as to why they weren't initially concerned yesterday when it occurred).

#Jets OT Mekhi Becton has suffered an avulsion fracture of the right knee cap, per me and @MikeGarafolo. He’s seeing a surgeon tomorrow, but likely is out for the year. Brutal.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 9, 2022

Becton was a first-round pick in 2020 and hasn't had much good luck since then. Becton missed the 2021 season after suffering a knee injury in the Jets' season opener.

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Chicago Bears LB Roquan Smith wants a trade from the team, and honestly, who can blame him? Smith is designated to play this season under his fifth-year option, and it sounds like he doesn't seem valued by the team. The Bears are determined to keep him around, but this seems like it'll get messy before it gets better.

#Bears All-Pro LB Roquan Smith has requested a trade. pic.twitter.com/x4vmOMhROt
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 9, 2022

New Orleans Saints starting quarterback Jameis Winston injured his foot in Monday's practice and while many said "not to panic," Winston is set to miss a few days and sit out the team's preseason opener. Is that Jimmy Garoppolo's music?

I’m told the injury to Jameis Winston’s foot is not serious. He is expected to miss a few days of practice because of it and won’t play in the preseason opener vs, Houston on Saturday.
— Jeff Duncan (@JeffDuncan_) August 9, 2022

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has been dealing with some elbow discomfort for a while (don't we all) and is set to have a quick "clean-up" surgery on it. It's unknown whether Kelce will be ready for Week One.

#eagles center Jason Kelce is going to have surgery on his elbow. The team states that after trying to work through the discomfort in his elbow, it was agreed that a routine cleanout was the best course and would also allow for a speedy recovery
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) August 9, 2022

Cleveland Browns wide receiver and kick returner Jakeem Grant tore his Achilles tendon during one-on-one drills in Tuesday's practice. He was a Pro Bowl last season and was voted an All-Pro the past two seasons. A huge loss for Cleveland.

Sources: #Browns All-Pro returner and receiver Jakeem Grant is feared to have torn his Achilles in practice today. He’ll have tests to confirm, but would be an incredibly unfortunate reality.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 9, 2022

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay confirmed on Tuesday that he signed a contract extension with the team, but just... hadn't announced it yet (ESPN like, 'accidentally' announced it during their editorial profile with the Super Bowl-winning head coach), so, sorry to blow your cover, I guess?

#Rams coach Sean McVay tells reporters that he did receive a new contract. He added that the team will wait to announce it until the new deal for GM Les Snead is done.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 9, 2022

The Panthers are the latest team to get new helmets

7/20/2022

The Carolina Panthers are the latest team to hop on the 'alternate helmet' train. The team unveiled matte black helmets, which they will pair with their alternate black uniforms, to be worn throughout the season.

Panthers’ new black alternative helmets that occasionally will be worn this season (□ @Panthers): pic.twitter.com/f6XzRE0fbn
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 19, 2022

The NFL recently tweaked their strict (and stupid) uniform rules, allowing teams to wear a second helmet along with alternate uniforms. Other teams will be wearing classic uniforms.

This particular uniform combo will be worn against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10.

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The New Orleans Saints are trying out USFL 2022 Offensive MVP Darius Butler. The running back previously spent time with the Saints in 2017, but never played in a game.

The Saints intend to work out RB Darius Victor, per source. He was with Saints before and was the USFL offensive MVP
— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) July 19, 2022

New York Jets running back Breece Hall was the last to sign his rookie deal, signing it just in time for training camp to begin. Hall is expected to be a large part of the 2022 Jets offense.

#Jets second-round RB Breece Hall, who has been in the building all morning, is expected to sign his four-year rookie contract in time for rookies to report today, source said. Their last pick to sign.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 19, 2022

Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder signed his four-year, $5.36 million contract ahead of the start of training camp on Tuesday. While Marcus Mariota is the presumed starter as of now, I'm expecting a good old-fashioned QB Competition down in Atlanta during this summer's training camp.

Falcons QB Desmond Ridder has agreed to his 4-year rookie deal with $5,362,962 and includes a $1,080,336 signing bonus.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) July 19, 2022

Are things looking up for Deebo Samuel the San Francisco 49ers? Tons of drama has ensued this offseason from this question after an All-Pro season, but if Samuel's trainer is correct in this statement, it appears he'll be sticking around in San Fran.

“He about to get paid” — Deebo Samuel’s trainer, with Deebo Samuel standing right next to him.

Yet another indication that Samuel’s contractual status with the 49ers is headed in a very positive direction https://t.co/yaSkGUbFAH
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) July 19, 2022

San Francisco 49ers quarterback (for now) Jimmy Garoppolo has quietly been throwing since the first week of July, but likely will not be medically cleared for another three weeks (which means, confidence in throwing multiple times in a game).

From @NFLTotalAccess: #49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo recently saw Dr. Neal ElAttrache for a checkup and is progressing well. SF is thrilled with where he is physically, sources say. The expectation is he’ll be fully cleared around mid-August. Perhaps then we'll know his destination. pic.twitter.com/ysep8agDwl
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 19, 2022

A new QB in Carolina

7/7/2022

It finally happened. The Carolina Panthers traded for quarterback Baker Mayfield for a Cleveland Browns conditional fifth-round pick.

A new QB in Carolina: The #Panthers are acquiring former No. 1 overall pick Baker Mayfield from the #Browns for a 2024 conditional 5th-round draft pick, sources tell me and @TomPelissero. Deal is pending a physical. All parties split the financials to make it happen. pic.twitter.com/xuTLqosmZm
â€” Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 6, 2022

The Panthers only pay $5 million of Mayfield's 2022 salary, while the Browns will pay more than twice that to get him out of town ($10.5 million). As a result, Cleveland will go into September with Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback, assuming Deshaun Watson will be suspended at the start of the season.

And to make things more interesting? The Browns and Panthers play each other in Week One.

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After commenting "Nooooo" on an Instagram post stating that the Panthers were interested in Mayfield, his now-teammate Robbie Anderson insists that he has no issue with his new quarterback.

I donâ€™t have an issue with Baker stop tryna paint that narrative. pic.twitter.com/52GhVHget4
â€” Robbie Anderson (@chosen1ra) July 6, 2022

So what about the Seattle Seahawks? Apparently the plan has been to "roll with" a competition between Geno Smith and Drew Lock all this time. I'm still not buying it.

Baker Mayfield traded to Panthers. Was he worth even $5M for 2022 for the Seahawks?

No. Their plan since trading Russell Wilson: roll with Drew Lock vs Geno Smith in final years of their contracts, stock up for QB-packed 2023 draft.

May be a bumpy ride https://t.co/CjVb9zAwGQ
â€” Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) July 6, 2022

As New Orleans Saints QB Jameis Winston has been rehabbing this offseason from a torn ACL, a video of him throwing without a knee brace made its way around Instagram. I'm still not convinced the Saints are set on the QB position, but this is a good sign.

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The city of Chicago proposed putting a dome on the roof of Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears. Apparently they think it will make the stadium more attractive? You be the judge.

How would Soldier Field look with a dome?

We made some mockups pic.twitter.com/NG9lbmSlkW
â€” Stadium (@Stadium) July 6, 2022

OBJ back in Cleveland?

6/8/2022

We all know the history between the Cleveland Browns and Odell Beckham Jr. (and his dad). The common denominator amongst that drams was quarterback Baker Mayfield, and now that it looks like Mayfield will not be a Brown come 2022, is there a chance Beckham could return to Cleveland? It's not such a crazy idea, according to reports stating that the team has discussed his return. Beckham also has had interest from the New Orleans Saints and his most recent team, the Los Angeles Rams.

Odell Beckham Jr. Being Recruited By Multiple Players And Teams – ⁦@Outkick⁩ https://t.co/twnU3ZIOUO
— Armando Salguero (@ArmandoSalguero) June 6, 2022

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After a drama-filled offseason, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel was present at the team's minicamp on Tuesday. His attendance likely points to an extension on the way (or he just doesn't want to get fined), as the Niners would be wise to lock up their best player.

Source: #49ers star WR Deebo Samuel is expected to attend mini camp starting today.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) June 7, 2022

Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Treylon Burks has been dealing with conditioning and breathing issues since rookie minicamp and as early as pre-draft workouts. Receivers coach Rob Moore said it was nothing more than a bit of asthma, which he's been working through.

#Titans WR coach Rob Moore says he's found a lot of positive in Treylon Burks. Hinted at Burks dealing with asthma as part of his setback early. pic.twitter.com/4yZFNQFdde
— TURRON DAVENPORT (@TDavenport_NFL) June 7, 2022

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette may be the latest RB to be a victim of the Eddie Lacy Curse. Fournette showed up a little bulkier than normal, which (as I mentioned when this happened to Najee Harris), is common for a lot of players and they should slim down come training camp.

RB Leonard Fournette made his first appearance in the off-season and seemed to be a little heavy and struggled some in the heat, dropping a few passes. But Bowles said he looked fine, especially considering he hasn’t been here in their off-season.
— Rick Stroud (@NFLSTROUD) June 7, 2022

Green Bay Packers running back Allen Lazard was absent from the team's minicamp as of Tuesday. Lazard, who was given a second-round tender by the team this offseason is likely looking for a better deal.

LaFleur said "everyone who is currently signed on our roster is here" and will take part in the mandatory minicamp at some level (whether it's practice or rehab).

WR Alan Lazard, however, is not here. He has not signed his RFA tender and thus isn't required to be. https://t.co/4KZimAP6U8
— Rob Demovsky (@RobDemovsky) June 7, 2022

Another no-show: Seattle Seahawks star wide receiver DK Metcalf is not present at the team's minicamp, as he is actively seeking a new contract. Metcalf is also rehabbing from foot surgery in Los Angeles, but both sides have made it public that they are inching toward a hefty extension for one of the best in the game.

Sources: #Seahawks star WR DK Metcalf is not present for mandatory minicamp, as contract talks have not yet resulted in a new deal. He continues to rehab his injury in LA.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) June 7, 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

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

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

deebo wants a trade

4/21/2022

Versatile wide receiver Deebo Samuel has informed the San Francisco 49ers that he wants a trade. This has been brewing for quite some time, from deleting all traces of the Niners from his social media to his brother posting a cryptic Facebook status about the situation. Samuel is up for an extension, and talks have stalled to the point where he isn't even willing to discuss it with the team. Samuel is one of those players who will instantly make any roster better, but it is up to the Niners to grant his trade request.

Breaking News: I just spoke to wide receiver Deebo Samuel — and he told me that he has asked the 49ers to trade him.

He did not want to discuss specific reasons behind his request, but he has indeed let the 49ers know his desire to leave the organization. More to come.
— Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) April 20, 2022

Michigan pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson has long been rumored to be the first pick in this year's NFL Draft. Hutchinson is convinced of this based on his interactions with the team picking at number one - none other than the Jacksonville Jaguars. This could be just cold, hard truth, or a potential smokescreen, perhaps to entice a team who may want Hutchinson to trade up. We'll find out in a week.

Spoke with a source close to Michigan EDGE Aidan Hutchinson yesterday who told me Hutchinson believes he'll be Jacksonville's pick at No. 1 overall "based on his interactions with them."
— Thor Nystrom (@thorku) April 20, 2022

New York Giants' new head coach Brian Daboll spoke to the media on Wednesday, where he confirmed that wide receiver Kadarius Toney was not in attendance at voluntary minicamp. Daboll also stated that Toney had not yet received a playbook. New York hasn't had any virtual sessions, so players' first glimpse at the new playbook would be at these voluntary workouts (I mean, it kinda seems like that's your own fault, yes?). Toney previously skipped these workouts due to not signing his rookie deal. Toney has a high ceiling talent-wise but has to get on the field first. And a playbook seems conducive to doing that.

Giants HC Brian Daboll says Kadarius Toney is not here at voluntary pre-draft minicamp. Says Toney hasn’t received the playbook yet, because they haven’t done anything virtual. Daboll is careful to remind this is a voluntary camp. But given Toney’s history, this is noteworthy. pic.twitter.com/yVnYpd7S92
— Pat Leonard (@PLeonardNYDN) April 20, 2022

When asked if the Philadelphia Eagles could draft a quarterback in this year's draft, general manager Howie Roseman is again trying to convince us that they are sold on current starter Jalen Hurts. However, their move to acquire a first-round pick for 2023's draft from the New Orleans Saints, plus their meetings with just about every top QB prospect in this year's draft, have me thinking otherwise. Translation: This is likely Hurts' last chance to prove himself as Philly's starter.

Howie Roseman says the #Eagles are excited about Jalen Hurts. Also says they are going to support him and hope he has a great career in Philadelphia.
— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) April 20, 2022

no-shows to kick off the offseason

4/20/2022

San Francisco 49ers quarterback (at least for now) Jimmy Garoppolo will be a no-show for the team's offseason program as he is rehabbing his shoulder off-site as he recovers from surgery. While the assumption is that he will be traded this offseason, the shoulder surgery has diminished some other teams' interest. So while his market is expected to pick back up as he recovers, the Niners should be turning to Trey Lance as their starter come September.

#49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo has been rehabbing his throwing shoulder off-site, per his surgeon's instructions. Garoppolo and the team are on the same page with that continuing and he won't be there when their offseason conditioning program starts today, per me and @TomPelissero.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 19, 2022

Another no-go: Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray won't be in attendance at his team's offseason program. Murray has been pushing towards a new long-term deal with the team, deleting all traces of them from his social media in the process (the latest trend). Both sides have stated that they want to break ground on a new deal, but that has not happened. I think the Cardinals' inability to draft a QB that can start over Murray right now or trade for someone better than him will ultimately lead them to pay him eventually.

As the #AZCardinals begin their offseason conditioning today, QB Kyler Murray and many of the teams veterans will stay away and train on their own rather than attend the voluntary workouts, sources say. This has been communicated as the plan for several weeks.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 19, 2022

New Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is attending the team's offseason program, as he showed up on Tuesday. Baker Mayfield, meanwhile, was a no-show, to no one's surprise. While Mayfield still wants to be traded, Watson could still face a lengthy suspension for the allegations of sexual assault on 22 women. And that's all I have to say about that.

As expected, Deshaun Watson reported for the #Browns offseason program today, but Baker Mayfield has not. Among other things, Mayfield is still rehabbing his left shoulder surgery
— Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) April 19, 2022

Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo was asked (again) if Sam Darnold is the team's starting quarterback. While it is largely speculated that the team will draft a new QB or trade for a vet (a la Baker Mayfield), McAdoo said that Darnold is the team's (current) starter. So maybe for about another week.

Ben McAdoo asked if he looks at Sam Darnold as his starting quarterback didn't hesitate: "Yes.'' He later said he put his foot in his mouth naming a starter, saying, "That is something I shouldn't have said.''
— David Newton (@DNewtonespn) April 19, 2022

Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht spoke at a pre-draft presser on Tuesday, where he stated that just because they re-signed both of their running backs, Leonard Fournette and Giovanni Bernard, that didn't mean they wouldn't draft a back in this year's draft. While there likely will be no running backs taken in the first round (for the first year ever), Tampa isn't out of the question to take one later on.

Bucs GM Jason Licht said re-signing Leonard Fournette and Giovani Bernard wouldn't preclude them from drafting a running back. They've done a lot of homework at RB. Despite signing Logan Ryan, who can play nickel and safety, and Keanu Neal, he said they could still draft a safety
— JennaLaineESPN (@JennaLaineESPN) April 19, 2022

With Aaron Donald and Cooper Kupp up for extensions ASAP, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said the team have talked about both extensions. While one may be further along than the other, it's a no-brainer for both of these players to get PAID paid before someone else does it.

Sean McVay says “good dialogue” is ongoing on Aaron Donald, Cooper Kupp contracts as voluntary OTAs begin and reiterates that getting the two done are priorities for the team this spring. I *think* it would be fair to indicate that Donald further along than Kupp at the moment.
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) April 19, 2022

The Pittsburgh Steelers claimed wide receiver Miles Boykin off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens. Boykin, a third-round pick for Baltimore, was riddled with injuries throughout his career amid a crowded receiver room. Boykin will try to revive his career against his former team's biggest rival.

#Steelers claimed WR Miles Boykin off waivers from the #Ravens, sources say.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) April 19, 2022

Sean Payton said that if he were to coach in 2022, he would have stayed with the New Orleans Saints. I guesssss that means no truth to that rumor of the Tom Brady and Miami Dolphins rumor? Payton is expected to be on the media side of things at least for 2022.

Former Saints coach Sean Payton chatted with the media after his golf round, and before he was even asked a question, said he didn’t know anything about the Dolphins/Tom Brady reports. Said if he was interested in coaching in 2022 he would have stayed with Saints. https://t.co/0bEfJw8t4u
— Mike Triplett (@MikeTriplett) April 19, 2022

Rumors of San Francisco 49ers versatile wide receiver Deebo Samuel being involved in a trade have been swirling all offseason, and this just puts a pin in it. Samuel is reportedly the one who wants out, for various reasons.

“SF would pay Deebo Samuel today, tomorrow, the next day, it's not hard to figure out what the contract would
look like. This, I think is Deebo not wanting to get a deal done. The 49ers are ready, Deebo’s the one that's put a halt to everything for right now." — Schefter on ESPN
— Akash Anavarathan (@akashanav) April 19, 2022

Wide receiver Jarvis Landry is visiting the New Orleans Saints this week. Landry obviously wants to play for a contender.

Five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Jarvis Landry is visiting the #Saints this week, per source. Should be there tomorrow. New Orleans has been looking for WR help for a while. #Browns still in the mix for Landry, too.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) April 19, 2022