Chiefs Officially Re-Sign Jack Cochrane

The Kansas City Chiefs announced on Friday that they officially re-signed linebacker Jack Cochrane after he signed his right-of-first-refusal tender. Cochrane will make $3.263 million in 2025. The 26-year-old will return to Chiefs Kingdom for his fourth season after he originally went undrafted out of South Dakota. In his three seasons with the Chiefs, he […]

Tight End An Obvious Early Target For The Colts In The Draft

ESPN's Matt Miller writes that tight end is the obvious first-round target for the Indianapolis Colts going into the 2025 NFL draft. The Colts had the fewest receptions from its tight ends in the league last year, so both Penn State's Tyler Warren and Michigan's Colston Loveland makes sense for Indy for both need and […]

Patrick Paul Set To Take Over At Left Tackle

Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Patrick Paul, who the team selected in the second round of 2024, is fully expected to take over as the team's starting left tackle after Terron Armstead announced his retirement this offseason. "It's his time. He knows it," Armstead said. "Pat Paul will do his part. I promise you that. He […]

Defensive Line A Glaring Need For 49ers Heading Into The Draft

ESPN's Nick Wagoner thinks that defensive line is the San Francisco 49ers' biggest priority heading into this year's NFL draft, and they arguably need three new starters on the defensive line next to edge rusher Nick Bosa. They need significant upgrades after releasing starting defensive tackles Javon Hargrave and Maliek Collins and edge rusher Leonard […]

Raiders Could Trade Aidan O'Connell On Draft Weekend

The Las Vegas Raiders signed quarterback Geno Smith to a two-year, $75 million contract extension this offseason, but it's extremely team-friendly, and The Athletic's Vic Tafur thinks bringing in a young QB in this year's NFL draft to learn behind Smith makes sense. Tafur also thinks the Raiders might trade backup Aidan O'Connell on draft […]

Trevor Story Picks Up Two Hits, Two Steals In Walk-Off Win Over Blue Jays

Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story went 2-for-5 with two singles, an RBI and two stolen bases in the team's 4-3 walk-off win against the division-rival Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday at Fenway Park, but it was his squibber off the end of the bat to second base with the bases loaded in the bottom […]

Bears Could Go With Left Tackle With Pick No. 10

Despite the Chicago Bears being aggressive in acquiring offensive linemen this offseason, ESPN's Courtney Cronin isn't ruling out the team addressing their offensive line at No. 10 overall in this year's NFL draft, especially since incumbent starting left tackle Braxton Jones (ankle) is expected to be limited at the start of training camp this summer […]

Jets Expected To Go With Offensive Player With Their First Pick

ESPN New York's Rich Cimini thinks the chances are good that the New York Jets go offense with the No. 7 overall pick in this year's NFL draft, taking either a plug-and-play right tackle like Missouri's Armand Membou or a much-needed aerial target for new quarterback Justin Fields like Penn State tight end Tyler Warren. […]

Raiders Could Target Cornerback If They Trade Back

ESPN's Jordan Reid writes that cornerback could be a position that the Las Vegas Raiders target early in this year's NFL draft, especially if they trade down from No. 6 overall. University of Texas cornerback Jahdae Barron is an option for Vegas if they trade back, according to multiple league sources. ESPN's Ryan McFadden also […]

Jaguars Targeting Mason Graham At No. 5 Overall?

Although nothing is set in stone, ESPN's Matt Miller writes that there is an expectation that the Jacksonville Jaguars will take Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham with the No. 5 overall pick in this year's NFL draft. However, a scout recently told Miller not to rule out Jacksonville going with an offensive lineman with their […]

Armand Membou Could Be In Play For Patriots At No. 4

ESPN's Matt Miller writes that Missouri offensive tackle Armand Membou could be in play for the New England Patriots at No. 4 overall in this year's NFL draft, as they've done a lot of homework on him as they look to improve their offensive line in front of quarterback Drake Maye. Scouts have also said […]

Three Potential Outcomes For Giants At No. 3 Overall In The Draft

ESPN's Jordan Reid writes that there seems to be three potential outcomes for the New York Giants at No. 3 overall in this year's NFL draft, assuming the Tennessee Titans take Miami quarterback Cam Ward at No. 1 overall. There three options are Colorado wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter, Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter, […]

Shemar Stewart To Visit With 49ers, Patriots

Texas A&M pass-rusher Shemar Stewart visited with the New England Patriots on Thursday and is also scheduled for a top-30 visit with the San Francisco 49ers, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Stewart is also scheduled to visit with the Chicago Bears. Stewart is a puzzling NFL prospect who could end up being a steal […]

Jaylen Reed Visits With Eagles On Thursday

The Philadelphia Eagles hosted Penn State safety Jaylen Reed on a top-30 visit on Thursday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. While the Eagles don't really have any glaring holes at any key positions after coming off a Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs, they could use a playmaking safety after trading C.J. […]

Kaleb Johnson Visits With Bengals

University of Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson visited with the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday after visiting with the New York Giants on Wednesday, sources told The Bergen Record's Art Stapleton. The Bengals currently have the 49th and 81st overall picks in this year's NFL draft in Rounds 2 and 3, respectively, and it seems clear […]

Abdul Carter Doesn't Need Surgery On His Foot

Per his agent Drew Rosenhaus, Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter's (foot, shoulder) medical recheck in Indianapolis on Thursday showed that the stress reaction in his foot is healing. There has been improvement and no surgery will be needed. "It should be a non-factor with the teams at this point," Rosenhaus said. In addition to […]

Shedeur Sanders Camp Prefers If He's Taken Outside Of Top Three Picks?

ESPN analyst Louis Riddick said on Wednesday that he thinks Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders' camp doesn't want him to be drafted by the Cleveland Browns or the other teams that have the top three picks in this year's NFL draft. The Tennessee Titans hold the top pick, but they are expected to take Miami QB […]

Spencer Strider Expected To Make Season Debut Next Week

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker isn't committing to right-hander Spencer Strider (elbow) being activated from the 15-day injured list next week, but it's the current plan. After undergoing an internal-brace procedure on his right elbow early last year, Strider has worked his way all the way back and is on the cusp of rejoining Atlanta's […]

Ryan Feltner Records Quality Start Despite Pitching Through The Flu

Colorado Rockies manager Bud Black told reporters that right-hander Ryan Feltner (illness) pitched through the flu in the team's 7-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday at Coors Field. It makes Feltner's outing even more impressive, as he held a Brewers offense that put up 17 runs the night before to just one earned […]

Brenton Doyle Breaks Out With Three Hits, Five RBI

Colorado Rockies outfielder Brenton Doyle continued his strong start to the early season and filled the stat sheet in Thursday's 7-2 victory over the visiting Milwaukee Brewers, going 3-for-5 with a two-run home run, two runs scored, five RBI and a strikeout to raise his season average to .302 and his OPS to .867. Doyle's […]

Steven Kwan Tallies Four Hits, Four RBI In Win Over White Sox

Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan was quite the table-setter in Thursday's 6-1 win over the division-rival Chicago White Sox at Progressive Field, going 4-for-5 with a two-run home run, two runs scored and four RBI. The home run was his second of the season, and the big day at the plate raised his season average […]

Jo Adell Homers Twice In The Same Inning

The Los Angeles Angels went off at the plate in their 11-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Thursday's series finale, and outfielder Jo Adell was at the center of the offensive outburst. Adell went 2-for-4 in the game with two home runs, two runs scored and a team-leading four RBI, with both of […]

Taylor Ward Heating Up, Homers Twice Thursday

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward came into Thursday's series finale against the hosting Tampa Bay Rays with a .196 average (9-for-46) with a homer and three RBI in his first 11 games this year. Ward turned things around in a big way at the plate in the 11-1 win over Tampa, though, going 3-for-5 […]

Mike Trout Goes Deep Twice As Angels Rout The Rays

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout had a big day at the plate, along with several other teammates, in the team's 11-1 drubbing of the Tampa Bay Rays in Thursday's series finale. Trout went 2-for-5 with two home runs, two runs scored and three RBI to keep his early-season power streak going. The Angels clubbed […]

Isaiah Bond Surrenders On Sexual-Assault Warrant

Former University of Texas wide receiver and current NFL draft prospect Isaiah Bond turned himself into Frisco (Texas) police on Thursday morning for a matter related to an outstanding warrant for sexual assault, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He posted bond and has already been released. The 20-year-old has been taking pre-draft visits with […]

Eagles Agree With Terrace Marshall Jr. On One-Year Deal

The Philadelphia Eagles agreed to terms with free-agent wide receiver Terrace Marshall Jr. on an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, sources tell NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Marshall will not be anywhere near the fantasy radar as he looks to provide depth at the position behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. The 24-year-old is coming off […]

Enrique Bradfield Jr. Injured At Double-A

Baltimore Orioles outfield prospect Enrique Bradfield Jr. (hamstring) was pulled early from Double-A Chesapeak's game on Thursday with left-hamstring discomfort, according to the team. It's unclear exactly how long Bradfield will be out, but it's likely that he'll be placed on the seven-day injured list in the minors. The 23-year-old came into Thursday's contest at […]

Adam Ottavino Elects Free Agency

New York Yankees right-handed reliever Adam Ottavino elected free agency on Thursday instead of accepting an outright minor-league assignment. Ottavino has now been designated for assignment twice by the Yankees and has refused an outright assignment to the minors both times after clearing waivers. There's a chance the 39-year-old veteran will return to the Yankees […]

J.D. Martinez Staying Ready

Free-agent veteran designated hitter J.D. Martinez is hitting and staying ready while waiting or an opportunity to sign with a major-league team, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman. It was reported in early March that Martinez was in contact with the New York Yankees with DH Giancarlo Stanton (elbows) injured, but the two […]

Zebby Matthews Could Join Twins Rotation

Minneapolis Star Tribune's Bobby Nightengale says not to be surprised if the Minnesota Twins use a temporary six-man starting rotation between off days, which could open up a spot for pitching prospect Zebby Matthews. David Festa will be promoted from the minors to start on Friday in place of right-hander Pablo Lopez (hamstring), who is […]