Patriots Agree With Ja'Whaun Bentley

The New England Patriots agreed to re-sign linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley on a two-year deal worth a maximum of $9 million on Friday, according to a source. Bentley was the team's leading tackler last season with 109 (68 solo), and he also had five tackles for loss, five QB hits, three forced fumbles and one sack […]

Durham Smythe Returning To Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins re-signed tight end Durham Smythe to a two-year deal on Friday. The Miami Herald's Barry Jackson is reporting that the deal is worth $8 million. The Dolphins have a crowded room at the position with Smythe, Mike Gesicki, Hunter Long and Adam Shaheen. Smythe caught a career-high 34 passes on 41 targets […]

Austin Hooper Signs With Titans

Free-agent tight end Austin Hooper is signing with the Tennessee Titans on Friday, according to a source. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero is reporting that it's a one-year, $6 million deal. The Cleveland Browns slapped the franchise tag on David Njoku and later released Hooper after he signed a four-year, $42 million deal with the team […]

Deshaun Watson Will Join The Browns

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has decided that he wants to play for the Cleveland Browns in a last-minute plot twist, according to sources. Watson has informed the Texans that he is willing to waive his no-trade clause to be dealt to Cleveland, and he will be joining the Browns in 2022 and beyond. The […]

Quinton Jefferson Returning To Seattle

Free-agent defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson said that he is signing with the Seattle Seahawks on an undisclosed two-year deal on Friday. Jefferson was taken in the fifth round of the 2016 draft by the Seahawks out of Maryland, and he spent his first four years in the NFL with the team. He played for the […]

Seahawks Have Called On Matt Ryan

The Seattle Seahawks would prefer to add an experienced veteran quarterback and they have inquired about Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield and others, according to a league source. Seattle traded Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos last week and would like to upgrade over Drew Lock heading into the 2022 […]

Seahawks Release Carlos Dunlap

The Seattle Seahawks are releasing defensive end Carlos Dunlap on Friday, according to a source. Seattle re-signed Dunlap to a two-year, $16.6 million deal last March after he was previously cut as a salary cap move. The two-time Pro Bowler had five sacks in eight games for the Seahawks in 2020 after being acquired from […]

Panthers Give DJ Moore A Three-Year Extension

The Carolina Panthers gave wide receiver DJ Moore a three-year, $61.884 million contract extension in new money on Friday, according to his agents. The new-money average is $20.628 million, and there is a full guarantee of $41.61 million. Moore is now tied to Carolina for four years and $73 million. Now, if the Panthers could […]

George Odum Signs With 49ers

Indianapolis Colts free-agent safety George Odum signed a three-year, $10.95 million deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Friday, according to a source. Odum was a first-team All-Pro for the Colts in 2020 when he had 21 tackles (14 solo) and a forced fumble in 16 games (zero starts). He had a career-high 55 tackles […]

Matt Carpenter Agrees With Rangers

Free-agent infielder Matt Carpenter agreed to a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers on Friday, according to a source. Carpenter had offers for a major league deal from at least one other team, but he decided to bet on himself for a chance to play at home. Carpenter lives in Fort Worth, Texas, and […]

Alcides Escobar To See Bulk Of Time At Shortstop

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said that shortstop Alcides Escobar will see the bulk of the time at shortstop this year, at least as things stand right now. The Nationals could always sign another player before the start of the season, but until/if that happens, Escobar will be the guy. The Nats picked the 35-year-old […]

Nolan Jones, Tyler Freeman Not Cleared For Games

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Nolan Jones (ankle, back) and shortstop Tyler Freeman (shoulder) have yet to be cleared to play in spring games. Jones had ankle surgery in the offseason and is now dealing with back pain, although he's starting to run, hit and throw in camp. Freeman, meanwhile, had soreness in his left shoulder […]

Derek Holland Joining The Red Sox

Free-agent left-hander Derek Holland announced on Twitter that he will be joining the Boston Red Sox this year. Holland made 39 appearances (one start) for the Detroit Tigers in 2021 and had a 5.07 ERA and 1.57 WHIP while striking out 51 and walking 20 in 49 2/3 innings. He's made just 14 starts over […]

Adam Engel Had Surgery For Torn Labrum

Chicago White Sox outfielder Adam Engel (shoulder) said that he had offseason surgery on his left shoulder to fix a torn labrum, which required five suture anchors to be used. The recovery from surgery allowed him to rest his legs after he dealt with hamstring issues last year as well, and he felt that his […]

Phillies Have Discussed Austin Meadows

The Philadelphia Phillies have talked to the Tampa Bay Rays about left fielder Austin Meadows, according to a major league source. It was reported earlier that the Phillies are also making a push to sign free-agent outfielder Nick Castellanos. Any additional move for an outfielder in Philadelphia figures to push the recently signed Kyle Schwarber […]

Trevor Story Choosing Between Four Teams

Superstar free-agent shortstop Trevor Story is choosing one of four teams soon. The San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox and two other teams remain in the mix for his services, and Story has prioritized winning. He's also considering a short-term positional move, too, if necessary. If Story were to sign with either the Giants or […]

Mike Soroka Agrees With Braves

The Atlanta Braves re-signed right-hander Mike Soroka to a one-year, $2.8 million deal on Friday to avoid salary arbitration. The 24-year-old missed all of the 2021 season due to an Achilles injury, and he won't be ready to rejoin the Braves starting rotation until the second half in 2022. The good news is that Soroka […]

Gardner Minshew A Possibility For Panthers?

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Gardner Minshew could be a trade possibility for the Carolina Panthers after they made a run at him last year. The Panthers are going back to the drawing board for a QB after they were informed that they are out of the running for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. Minshew would be […]

Packers Very Interested In Re-Signing Marquez Valdes-Scantling

The Green Bay Packers are very interested in re-signing wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, according to a source. The Packers have called and asked him to wait on making a decision in free agency. Valdes-Scantling has been looking for a one-year deal in the $7-10 million range. The Packers surprisingly traded All-Pro receiver Davante Adams to […]

Ray-Ray McCloud Signs With 49ers

Free-agent wide receiver/return specialist Ray-Ray McCloud signed an undisclosed two-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, according to a source. McCloud led the NFL in punt-return yards (367) and also caught 39 passes for 277 yards on 66 targets in 16 games (five starts) for the Pittsburgh Steelers last year. The 25-year-old is […]

Buccaneers Sign Logan Ryan

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed former New York Giants captain Logan Ryan to an undisclosed deal on Friday, according to sources. Ryan is another old friend of quarterback Tom Brady and will give Tampa a leader in their secondary. The 31-year-old safety won two Super Bowls with Brady for the New England Patriots. Ryan moved […]

Eagles Close To Bringing Fletcher Cox Back

The Philadelphia Eagles released defensive lineman Fletcher Cox in a cost-saving move on Thursday, but the team has made progress on bringing him back. The two sides have discussed a one-year deal that would guarantee $14 million. The six-time Pro Bowler over 10 seasons in Philly previously had an $18 million salary that would have […]

Bears Sign Justin Jones After Larry Ogunjobi Deal Falls Through

The Chicago Bears are signing former Los Angeles Chargers defensive tackle Justin Jones to an undisclosed deal on Friday, according to a source. The deal comes after the Bears deal for defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (foot) fell through due to a failed physical. Chicago had previously agreed to a three-year, $40.5 million deal with the […]

Cowboys Agree With Leighton Vander Esch

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with linebacker Leighton Vander Esch on Friday, according to a source. The Cowboys bring their former first-round pick back, and it's a deal that makes sense for Dallas with young star pass-rusher Micah Parsons set to play a significant number of snaps on the edge. Vander […]

Garrett Griffin Signs With Lions

Former New Orleans Saints tight end Garrett Griffin signed an undisclosed deal with the Detroit Lions on Thursday, according to a source. Griffin played for head coach Dan Campbell when Campbell coached tight ends for the Saints. The 28-year-old spent his first four seasons in the NFL with the Saints, and he caught all four […]

Padres Trade For Luke Voit

The San Diego Padres are acquiring first baseman Luke Voit from the New York Yankees on Friday in exchange for minor league pitcher Justin Lang. Voit could settle into the regular designated hitter role for the Padres this year, and he should help replace some power that will be lost with superstar shortstop Fernando Tatis […]

Braves, Padres In Talks With Jorge Soler

The Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres are in talks with free-agent outfielder Jorge Soler, according to a trusted source. The Braves already re-signed postseason hero Eddie Rosario, and Soler could be next to help replace some of the power that was lost when first baseman Freddie Freeman signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Soler, […]

Dominic Smith Played With Torn Labrum Last Year

New York Mets first baseman/outfielder Dominic Smith (shoulder) played with a partially torn labrum in his right shoulder last season. Smith also dealt with a right wrist strain and a groin issue in 2021, but through it all, he still managed to play in 145 games. After his shoulder injury, he wasn't the same hitter […]

Starling Marte Expects To Hit Soon

New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (oblique) isn't in the team's starting lineup for an intrasquad game on Friday, but he said he expects to start hitting in the next few days. Marte said he should be ready for Opening Day. The 33-year-old hasn't done much early in camp due to a sore oblique. The […]

Garrett Richards Joins Rangers

Free-agent right-hander Garrett Richards signed an undisclosed one-year deal with the Texas Rangers on Thursday. The deal includes an option for the 2023 season. Richards was with the Boston Red Sox last season, posting a 4.87 ERA, 1.59 WHIP, three saves, 115 strikeouts and 60 walks in 40 appearances (22 starts) over 136 2/3 innings […]