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Jonnu Smith Day-to-Day, Not Taking Part in Team Drills
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith (undisclosed) is considered day-to-day with an unspecified injury, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. The 2024 Pro Bowler participated in individual drills on Thursday but was held out of team drills. Given his limited practice participation, this should not be viewed with much concern by fantasy managers. Smith was […]
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DeVonta Smith Shines on Thursday
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith went "on a tear" during Thursday's training camp practice, according to team reporter Tim McManus. After a slow first day, the Slim Reaper was one of the standout performers for Philly. The former first-round pick and Heisman Trophy winner out of Alabama was held under 900 receiving yards for […]
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DeAndre Hopkins Held out of Thursday's Practice
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (undisclosed) did not practice on Thursday after landing uncomfortably on a catch attempt on Wednesday, according to team reporter Jonas Shaffer. However, head coach John Harbaugh said the reason for his absence was an "abundance of caution," so this should not be viewed as a serious situation. Hopkins, who […]
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D'Andre Swift Calls Kyle Monangai a "Great Addition"
Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift said rookie Kyle Monangai is a "great addition" to the running back room. Monangai was selected in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft following a productive final two seasons at Rutgers. The 23-year-old tallied at least 1,200 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in his junior and senior […]
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Jordan Davis Sheds 26 Pounds
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis said he has lost 26 pounds this offseason and is at the team's goal weight for him at 330 pounds. Without compromising too much size, this could help Davis play more snaps and be a backfield disruptor in 2025. The 2022 first-round pick out of Georgia has tallied just […]
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Derrick Barnes, Terrion Arnold Being Evaluated for Injuries
Detroit Lions linebacker Derrick Barnes (hand) and cornerback Terrion Arnold (leg) exited Thursday's training-camp practice early due to hand and leg injuries, respectively. Both are being further evaluated by the team, but not much information is available yet. While it's early in the offseason, it's never good news to have players being knocked out of […]
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Romeo Doubs, Matthew Golden the Starters in Two-WR Sets?
Green Bay Packers wide receivers Romeo Doubs and Matthew Golden kicked off training camp as the two starters in two-WR sets, according to team reporter Weston Hodkiewicz. While Day 1 training-camp usage should be taken with a grain of salt, this could signal that Jayden Reed will continue to be primarily utilized in three-WR sets. […]
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Bo Melton Switching to Cornerback
Green Bay Packers fourth-year veteran Bo Melton is officially switching from wide receiver to cornerback, according to NFL.com. The 2022 seventh-round pick out of Rutgers was originally selected by the Seattle Seahawks but signed with Green Bay after being released following training camp. He did not appear in a game during his rookie season, but […]
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Walter Nolen to Miss Time With Calf Injury
Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Walter Nolen (calf) is set to miss time after suffering a calf injury while training, according to head coach Jonathan Gannon. Nolen was the team's first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. It's an unfortunate development for the rookie, who is slated to miss out on the first opportunity to prove […]
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Christian Watson's Rehab Going "Great"
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (knee), who suffered a torn ACL near the end of last season, is recovering well, according to general manager Brian Gutekunst. Gutekunst said his rehab is going "great," and the former North Dakota State speedster did a test run earlier in the week. "It's an ACL, so we're […]
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Jauan Jennings Taking Part in Practice
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings is participating in Wednesday's training camp practice and is leading the team's wide receivers in drills, according to David Lombardi of The Athletic. Recent reports suggested Jennings wants a new contract and requested a trade, making him a hold-in candidate, but that appears not to be the case. […]
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Jacob Cowing Pulls Hamstring During Wednesday's Practice
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jacob Cowing (hamstring) suffered a pulled hamstring during Wednesday's training camp practice, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. The second-year wideout out of Arizona had a strong spring and is looking to earn a role in 2025, so this is obviously a tough development. However, it is unclear how much […]
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Drew Brees Mentored Bo Nix this Offseason
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix spent time learning from future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees this offseason, according to head coach Sean Payton. Brees spent 15 seasons with Payton during their time with the New Orleans Saints, leading the NFL in passing seven times, collecting five All-Pro honors, and winning Super Bowl XLIV. Needless […]
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Artie Burns Feared to Have Suffered Torn ACL on Wednesday
Miami Dolphins cornerback Artie Burns (knee) suffered a knee injury during Wednesday's training camp practice that is feared to be a torn ACL. The 30-year-old will have an MRI done to confirm the severity of his injury. Unfortunately, players go down for the year every offseason during training camp, and Burns might have suffered that […]
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Noah Fant Let Go by Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks released veteran tight end Noah Fant on Sunday, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. His time in Seattle comes to an end after three seasons with the organization. The team will save $9 million in cash and $8.91 million in cap space by letting him walk. Fant, a former first-round pick by […]
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RJ Harvey Reaches Agreement on Four-Year Rookie Contract
Denver Broncos running back RJ Harvey has agreed to his four-year rookie deal, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The rookie out of UCF is expected to have a meaningful role right away in Sean Payton's offense, which has been friendly for running back production in the past. The team used a second-round pick on the […]
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Chiefs Believe Rashee Rice Will Receive Two- to Four-Game Suspension
According to Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com and his sources close to the team, the Kansas City Chiefs believe wide receiver Rashee Rice will receive anywhere between a two- and four-game suspension following his court ruling on Thursday. A Dallas judge sentenced Rice to a five-year probation period and 30 days of jail time that can […]
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Jack Kiser Inks Rookie Deal With Jaguars
Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Jack Kiser has signed his rookie deal, and the organization has now finalized contracts with all nine of its selections in the 2025 NFL Draft. Kiser, a fourth-round pick, played six seasons for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from 2019 to 2024. The 24-year-old played in 69 career games, tallying 275 tackles […]
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Mike Green Expected to Sign Rookie Deal with Ravens on Thursday
According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Baltimore Ravens pass-rusher Mike Green is expected to sign his four-year rookie deal on Thursday. There has been a delay in second-round picks reaching contract agreements throughout the NFL after the Texans signed wide receiver Jayden Higgins to a fully guaranteed contract, but this deal is set to get […]
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Mike Williams Retiring After Eight NFL Seasons
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams, who was recently placed on the training-camp PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list, is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons. The 30-year-old entered the NFL as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Chargers following a stellar career at Clemson. He spent […]
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Rashee Rice Sentenced to Jail Time and Five-Year Probation, Likely to Face Suspension
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has been sentenced to five years of probation and 30 days of jail time by a Dallas County judge for his involvement in a multi-car crash in Dallas during the 2024 offseason, according to NFL insider Adam Schefter. The jail time can be served at any point during […]
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Darren Waller Signs $2 Million Deal With Dolphins
Miami Dolphins new tight end Darren Waller signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the organization this week. The veteran can earn an additional $3 million in incentives. Waller came out of retirement this offseason after sitting out the 2024 campaign and was dealt to the Dolphins from the New York Giants as part of […]
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C.J. Stroud Working on Speed, Pocket Mobility Entering Year 3
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud had a sophomore slump following his fantastic rookie season in 2023 out of Ohio State. After throwing for more than 4,100 yards, 23 touchdowns, and five interceptions in 15 games in Year 1, he regressed to just over 3,700 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 12 picks in Year 2. Entering 2025 […]
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Daiyan Henley Full-Go for Training Camp
Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley (shoulder) said he expects to be a full participant during training camp after undergoing shoulder surgery this offseason. The third-year pro out of Washington State played in all 17 games last year, so his shoulder procedure appears to have been a minor one. The former third-round pick was a […]
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Terrance Ferguson Could Benefit from Rams Scheme Changes
Los Angeles Rams tight end Terrance Ferguson was selected by the team with the No. 46 overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Oregon. It was rumored that the Rams were interested in trading up for Brock Bowers in 2024 and one of Colston Loveland or Tyler Warren in […]
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Jacob Cowing Could Handle Gadget Role in San Francisco
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jacob Cowing had a quiet rookie season after being selected in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft out of Arizona. The 24-year-old produced just four receptions for 80 yards and rushed once for seven yards. Otherwise, he did the majority of his work as a punt returner. Entering […]
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Jayden Higgins to Start for Texans Right Away?
Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins was selected with the No. 34 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft after an outstanding collegiate season at Iowa State. As a senior, he tallied 87 receptions for 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns despite sharing the field with Texans third-round pick Jaylin Noel. Texans reporter Mike Jones of […]
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Sauce Gardner Agrees to $120.4 Million Contract Extension
The New York Jets are signing All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner to a four-year, $120.4 million contract extension, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The new deal that includes a $30.1 million average salary makes the 24-year-old the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. Since being selected with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2022 NFL […]
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Jauan Jennings Seeking New Deal or Trade From 49ers
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings wants a new contract or to be traded heading into the 2025 NFL season. Jennings, who is set to make $7.5 million in the last year of his current deal, racked up career highs in receptions (77), receiving yards (975), and receiving touchdowns (six) a season ago. The […]
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Christian Barmore "Dominant" this Spring
New England Patriots defensive lineman Christian Barmore played in just four games during the 2024 campaign after experiencing blood clots. The former second-round pick out of Alabama in 2021 was entering his first season following a four-year, $83 million contract, and his NFL future was up in the air just eight months ago. However, he […]
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