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Falcons Sign Geronimo Allison
The Atlanta Falcons signed former Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions wide receiver Geronimo Allison to an undisclosed deal on Monday. Allison was recently in camp on a tryout basis with Atlanta. He didn't play at all in 2020 due to concerns about COVID-19, and Allison had zero catches on only two targets in three […]
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Zach Wilson Bulks Up
When New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson wasn't throwing to his receivers this offseason, he was working to add weight to his 6-foot-2 frame. "He looks beefy -- in a good way," head coach Robert Saleh said. Wilson focused on a healthy diet and was meticulous about what he ate, according to those close to […]
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Rob Gronkowski Remains Undecided On Playing Future
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said it's "status quo" with free-agent tight end Rob Gronkowski, who remains undecided about whether to play in 2022. Bowles said there is no timetable for Gronk to make a decision. The 33-year-old tight end is in no rush to make a decision, but if he does come […]
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Jarvis Landry Signing With The Saints
Free-agent wide receiver Jarvis Landry is signing an undisclosed deal with the New Orleans Saints on Friday, according to a source. The five-time Pro Bowler has 43 career touchdowns, is from Louisiana and played at nearby LSU. The 29-year-old pass-catcher had the worst season of his career in 2021, but he only played in 12 […]
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Texans Expect John Metchie III To Play This Year
The Houston Texans expect rookie wide receiver John Metchie III (knee) to play in his rookie season, but head coach Lovie Smith said the team is "in the process" of finding out where Metchie is in his recovery from a torn ACL suffered last December. Metchie expects to be full-go by training camp in July, […]
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Josh Naylor Placed On COVID Injured List
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Josh Naylor was placed on the COVID-19 injured list on Friday. Infielder Richie Palacios has been recalled from Triple-A Columbus in a corresponding move. Infielder Yu Chang was also activated from the COVID injured list, while Kirk McCarty was optioned to the minors. Naylor has been swinging a hot bat this year, […]
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Falcons Acquiring Bryan Edwards
The Atlanta Falcons acquired wide receiver Bryan Edwards from the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday. It's unknown what the Raiders are receiving in return. Even after adding wideout Drake London in the first round of this year's draft, the Falcons were in need of more receiving help with Calvin Ridley suspended for all of the […]
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Mariners Option Jarred Kelenic Friday
The Seattle Mariners optioned outfielder Jarred Kelenic to Triple-A Tacoma on Friday among a slew of roster moves. The team also activated reliever Sergio Romo (shoulder) from the injured list, called up outfielder Steven Souza Jr. and infielder Mike Ford from the minors, claimed right-hander Adrian Sampson off waivers, optioned left-hander Danny Young and outfielder […]
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Joey Wendle To Injured List, Brian Anderson Returns
The Miami Marlins placed third baseman Joey Wendle (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Friday with a right hamstring strain and activated third baseman Brian Anderson from the COVID-19 injured list in a corresponding move. Wendle's IL placement is retroactive to May 12. Wendle left the game early on Wednesday with more right hamstring […]
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Panthers Eyeing Sean Payton For 2023?
Reports have surfaced that the Carolina Panthers are eyeing former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton for their head-coaching job in 2023. The Saints still hold Payton's rights, though, so the Panthers would have to strike a deal with the Saints regarding potential compensation before Carolina could talk to him. The Saints could also […]
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Sam Darnold The Starter As Of Right Now
Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule isn't ruling out the team adding a veteran quarterback, but if the season started tomorrow, Rhule made it clear that quarterback Sam Darnold would be the starter. Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield has been mentioned as an option for Carolina ever since the Browns acquired Deshaun Watson from the […]
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Manuel Margot Back In Lineup Friday
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Manuel Margot (hamstring) is back in the lineup as the designated hitter and is batting third on Friday against Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman. Margot missed two games this week with right hamstring discomfort, but he's back on Friday as the DH. Harold Ramirez is in right for the Rays […]
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Hyun Jin Ryu To Return And Start Saturday
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Hyun Jin Ryu (forearm) will come off the injured list on Saturday and start against the Tampa Bay Rays. Kevin Gausman will go on Friday, while Alek Manoah will be the starter on Sunday. Ryu has been out since dealing with left forearm inflammation after his second start of the […]
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Kumar Rocker To Pitch In Independent Ball
Free-agent right-hander Kumar Rocker (elbow) will pitch for the Tri-City Valleycats of the Frontier League before the major league draft this year. Rocker was selected in the first round of last year's draft by the New York Mets out of Vanderbilt, but he went unsigned after the team had questions about his MRI exam. The […]
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Rockies Sign Jose Urena To Minors Deal
The Colorado Rockies signed former Miami Marlins, Detroit Tigers and Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Jose Urena to a minor league deal on Friday. He will first work out at the team's complex in Arizona before joining one of their minor league affiliates. Urena was designated for assignment by the Brewers in early May, and he chose […]
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Walker Buehler To Start Friday Against Phillies
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler will make the start on Friday night against the Philadelphia Phillies. Buehler is starting in place of left-hander Clayton Kershaw (back), who was placed on the injured list on Friday. The 27-year-old right-hander was previously scheduled to start on five days of rest on Saturday, but instead he'll […]
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Cowboys Sign First-Rounder Tyler Smith
The Dallas Cowboys signed first-round offensive tackle Tyler Smith to a four-year, fully guaranteed $13.38 million deal that includes a fifth-year team option on Friday, according to sources. Smith was a two-year starter at Tulsa that was taken with the 24th overall selection in the first round this year. The 21-year-old is considered a bit […]
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Texans Agree With First-Rounder Derek Stingley Jr.
The Houston Texans agreed to terms with first-round cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. on a four-year, fully guaranteed rookie deal with a fifth-year option on Friday, according to a source. The former LSU cornerback was taken with the third overall pick, and he'll receive a $34.65 million deal that includes a $22.38 million signing bonus. The […]
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Nick Boyle Agrees To Reworked Contract
Baltimore Ravens tight end Nick Boyle agreed to a reworked contract on Friday, according to a source. Boyle's salary of $5 million was lowered to $1.12 million with a $2.63 signing bonus plus an additional $1.25 million available through incentives. $1 million of his 2023 salary was converted to a roster bonus next year. The […]
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Jerry Jeudy Released On Bond
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy will be released on bond on Friday after the female victim involved with Jeudy addressed the court and said she never felt threatened and doesn't feel threatened now. There is a mandatory protection order, but the "no-contact" provision has been dropped. The 23-year-old was arrested on Thursday on suspicion […]
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Saints Sign First-Rounder Chris Olave
The New Orleans Saints and first-round wide receiver Chris Olave agreed to a four-year, fully guaranteed $19.271 million deal on Friday, according to his agents. The Saints traded up within the first round to take Olave 11th overall out of Ohio State. The 21-year-old track star will immediately give quarterback Jameis Winston another legitimate receiving […]
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Jameis Winston Plans To Be Ready For Week 1
New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (knee) said he plans to be ready for the Week 1 regular season opener on the road against the Atlanta Falcons. "Coach, if you needed me to strap it on right now, I'd be ready to go," Winston told former Lions and 49ers coach Steve Mariucci on Thursday. The […]
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Panthers Remain In Communication With Cam Newton
The Carolina Panthers continue to talk about the potential of re-signing quarterback Cam Newton. "I think we're still having thoughts," general manager Scott Fitterer said. "We have to see how this works out here throughout the spring. I just happened to be up at the [Kentucky] Derby last weekend and Cam was up there. We're […]
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Casey Mize Goes Just Two-Thirds Of An Inning In Rehab Start
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Casey Mize (elbow) lasted just two-thirds of an inning in his minor league rehab start for Triple-A Toledo on Thursday. The right-hander allowed three singles, a three-run home run and hit a batter while throwing 16 of his 29 pitches for strikes. It's not exactly what the Tigers or Mize's fantasy […]
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Jeremy Pena Unlikely To Play Friday
Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker said that shortstop Jeremy Pena (knee) probably will not play on Friday in the series opener against the Washington Nationals. Pena left the game against the Minnesota Twins early due to discomfort in his right knee, and fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for now. With Aledmys Diaz also dealing […]
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Bryce Harper Has A UCL Tear
Philadelphia Phillies manager Joe Girardi said that the team had another test done on outfielder Bryce Harper (elbow) last week that showed a small tear in his UCL. Dr. ElAttrache confirmed the small tear on Thursday morning. Harper will be shut down from throwing for four weeks, with the hope that he'll resume a throwing […]
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Lucas Sims Has Bulging Disc In Back
Cincinnati Reds manager David Bell said that closer Lucas Sims (back) has a "bulging disc" in his back. "He started some light exercises today, core strengthening. I can't tell you how long. From all of my experience, I still don't have a prediction on that. I haven't heard anyone talk about it being long term," […]
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Jerry Jeudy Arrested Thursday
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy was arrested on Thursday and is "being held at the Arapahoe Co. jail on charges of second-degree criminal tampering with a domestic-violence enhancer, a misdemeanor. He's on a no-bond hold. He's innocent until proven guilty.” There is a possibility that the 23-year-old will face a suspension from the NFL […]
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Marcus Semien Getting A Breather Thursday
Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Kansas City Royals. After a record-setting year last year in Toronto, Semien has had a rough start to his first season in Texas. He has gone hitless in his last 16 at-bats with five strikeouts in the last four […]
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Browns Agree With Third-Rounder David Bell
The Cleveland Browns agreed to a four-year, $4.894 million deal with third-round wide receiver David Bell on Thursday, according to his agent. Bell put up impressive numbers at Purdue, but he's not very fast and could struggle at the next level. The 21-year-old could be an option out of the slot in his rookie season […]
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