Mecole Hardman Will Have His Chances

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman should have a bigger role in the offense with Tyreek Hill now with the Miami Dolphins. Hardman said that quarterback Patrick Mahomes is expected to give every receiver a chance to shine in 2022. "Definitely opportunity, for sure," Hardman said. "A guy like Tyreek with a lot of […]

Denzelle Good Back At Practice

Las Vegas Raiders offensive guard Denzelle Good (knee) is back at practice at training camp for the first time since suffering a torn ACL in Week 1 of last season. Good obviously missed all of organized team activities this spring and mandatory minicamp in June, but he's back on the field now and should be […]

C.J. Uzomah, Mekhi Becton Land On PUP List

The New York Jets placed tight end C.J. Uzomah (undisclosed), left tackles Mekhi Becton (knee) and George Fant (knee), defensive end Carl Lawson (Achilles) and offensive guard Dru Samia (undisclosed) on the Physically Unable to Perform list to start training camp. The team also signed former Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Craig James and placed offensive tackle […]

Deion Jones Starts Training Camp On PUP List

The Atlanta Falcons placed inside linebacker Deion Jones (shoulder) on the Physically Unable to Perform list on Thursday due to a shoulder injury. Jones had offseason surgery in May, so it's not a surprise that he's not ready to practice for the start of camp. The 27-year-old has recorded 100-plus combined tackles in five of […]

Browns Sign Josh Rosen

The Cleveland Browns signed former first-round quarterback Josh Rosen to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, according to sources. Rosen is only 25 years old but has already spent time with five other NFL teams but those that have been around him think he is ready to prove he belongs. With a suspension for Deshaun […]

Patriots Place James White, Others On PUP List

The New England Patriots placed running back James White (hip), center David Andrews (shoulder), cornerback Jonathan Jones (shoulder), linebacker Raekwon McMillan (knee) and safety Jabrill Peppers (knee) on the Physically Unable to Perform list to open training camp. They can come off the list at any time, but they can't practice with the team until […]

Michael Thomas Placed On PUP List

The New Orleans Saints placed wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle) and defensive end Marcus Davenport (finger) on the Physically Unable to Perform list to begin training camp. Both players can be activated at any time, but they won't be able to practice until they are activated. If either player stays on the PUP list for […]

Dodgers Optimistic Walker Buehler Can Return In September

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (elbow) is progressing in his recovery, and skipper Dave Roberts is "cautiously optimistic" that the right-hander will be making starts for the Dodgers in September. "Everything I hear from the staff, training staff, and Walker specifically, everything's trending in the right direction," said Roberts. While Buehler could still […]

Dustin May To Throw Three Innings Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Dustin May (elbow) will throw three innings in a minor league rehab outing for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, which is a notable development in his rehab. If all goes well, May will go four innings again his next time out, followed by a five-inning outing. At that point, he could […]

Andrew Heaney To Make Rehab Outing Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts said that left-hander Andrew Heaney (shoulder) will throw four innings in the Arizona Complex League on Friday, and he could be back in the team's starting rotation in the next turn if all goes well. Heaney gave up four runs in just 2 2/3 innings in his first minor […]

Rangers Agree With High-Schooler Brock Porter

The Texas Rangers agreed to a deal with Michigan high-school pitcher Brock Porter on Thursday for close to $4 million, which is well over the slot value for pick No. 109 in the fourth round of this year's draft. It was made possible by getting No. 3 overall pick Kumar Rocker for an under-slot $5.3 […]

Dany Jimenez Throws Bullpen Session

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Dany Jimenez (shoulder) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session during the All-Star break, and his next step is to face live hitters. Jimenez has been out for over a month with a strained right shoulder, but it sounds as though he could be back in the A's bullpen shortly. Before getting injured, […]

Jackson Holliday Agrees On Record Deal

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jackson Holliday, the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft, agreed on a record deal for a high school player on Thursday, signing for just a touch over No. 2 pick Druw Jones' $8.185 million deal. Holliday is a shortstop from Oklahoma and is also the son of former major-league outfielder […]

Giants Sign Trevor Rosenthal

The San Francisco Giants signed free-agent relief pitcher Trevor Rosenthal to a major league deal for $4.5 million prorated on Thursday plus $2 million in performance bonuses, according to the team. Rosenthal is currently rehabbing in Arizona after suffering a hamstring cramp during a showcase for interested teams in early June. The 32-year-old doesn't have […]

Brandon Belt Back At First Base

San Francisco Giants first baseman Brandon Belt (knee) is starting at first base and hitting second on Thursday against the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers and right-hander Mitch White to open the second half of the season. Belt was mostly serving as the designated hitter to close out the first half while playing through some nagging […]

Browns Not Expected To Pursue Cam Newton

The Cleveland Browns aren't expected to be interested in veteran free-agent quarterback Cam Newton, but they have inquired about former Brown Garrett Gilbert, who was with the team in 2019 and 2020. The Browns also aren't expected to pursue San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo. Cleveland will take four signal-callers to training camp, which begins […]

Ravens Re-Sign David Sharpe

The Baltimore Ravens re-signed offensive tackle David Sharpe to an undisclosed deal on Thursday as they continue to add depth to the position. Sharpe spent much of last season on the team's practice squad, and he played pretty well in limited opportunities in just three games for the Ravens. The 26-year-old was originally a fourth-round […]

Lamar Jackson Reports To Training Camp Early

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson reported to training camp early on Thursday, with the team's first full-squad practice set for next Wednesday. The Ravens and Jackson continue to be in ongoing contract negotiations, and he's next in line for a lucrative long-term deal after the Arizona Cardinals signed Kyler Murray to a five-year extension on […]

Dane Dunning Set To Return Next Week

Texas Rangers right-hander Dane Dunning (ankle) is scheduled to return from the injured list to start against the Seattle Mariners next Tuesday. Dunning landed on the injured list on July 11 with a right ankle impingement, but the injury wasn't very serious and he'll be back in the minimum 15 days. The 27-year-old has gone […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Undergoes CT Scan

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (back) is awaiting the results of a follow-up CT scan on his back. Chisholm took batting practice in Los Angeles this week during All-Star festivities, but running remains an issue. His fantasy managers will be hoping that he gets good results from his CT scan and that he […]

Jesus Luzardo To Make Rehab Start Friday

Miami Marlins left-hander Jesus Luzardo (forearm) is scheduled to make his second minor league rehab start with Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday, and he's slated to go four innings. In his first rehab outing for Single-A Jupiter on July 16, Luzardo allowed one run while striking out three and walking none in three innings of work. […]

Triston Casas Set To Return This Weekend

Boston Red Sox first base prospect Triston Casas (ankle) is expected to return to action at Triple-A Worcester this weekend. The 22-year-old first baseman has been out since mid-May with a high ankle sprain and just finished up a rehab assignment. In four games on his rehab assignment, Casas, the club's No. 2 prospect per […]

Tigers Put Beau Brieske On Injured List

The Detroit Tigers placed rookie right-hander Beau Brieske (forearm) on the 15-day injured list with right forearm soreness on Thursday and reinstated right-hander Jose Cisnero from the bereavement list in a corresponding move. Brieske's injured list stint is retroactive to July 18. The 24-year-old won't be shut down from throwing, and the Tigers are optimistic […]

Ezequiel Duran Called Up By Rangers

The Texas Rangers recalled infield prospect Ezequiel Duran from Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday and placed infielder/outfielder Brad Miller (neck) on the 10-day injured list with a neck strain in a corresponding move. Duran was immediately put into the starting lineup on Thursday against the Miami Marlins at second base while hitting ninth. In his […]

Nationals Fielding Preliminary Offers For Juan Soto

The Washington Nationals have started fielding preliminary offers for superstar outfielder Juan Soto, with seven teams already weighing in, including the Seattle Mariners, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, St. Louis Cardinals, New York Yankees and New York Mets. The trade deadline is approaching quickly on Aug. 2, but Washington will wait […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Optimistic After Healthy Offseason

Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire is optimistic that he can have a big season in 2022. Edwards-Helaire began learning the team's offense through virtual meetings during the coronavirus pandemic and admitted that he returned to early late in the year from hip and ankle injuries. He had gallbladder surgery the following offseason and […]

Kyler Murray Receives Five-Year Extension

Updating a previous report, the Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray agreed to a five-year, $230.5 million contract extension that includes $160 million guaranteed on Thursday. Murray will make $46.1 million per year and is now one of the highest-paid players in the league after the Cleveland Browns recently signed quarterback Deshaun Watson for five […]

Cardinals, Kyler Murray Working On Monster Extension

The Arizona Cardinals and two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Kyler Murray are working to close a monster contract extension that will make Murray one of the league's highest-paid players, according to sources. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport is also reporting that the deal is slated to lock Murray up through the 2028 season. The 24-year-old and the […]

Cade Otton Cleared For Training Camp

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie tight end Cade Otton (ankle), who missed organized team activities and minicamp while recovering from ankle surgery, has been cleared to begin training camp on July 27. It's great news for the third-round pick, but his chances of making an impact in his first NFL season got worse when the team […]

Browns Working Out AJ McCarron, Josh Rosen

The Cleveland Browns are working out free-agent quarterbacks this week, including veterans AJ McCarron and Josh Rosen, according to sources. The Browns are looking to go to training camp with four QBs, with Jacoby Brissett set to be the starter, depending on what happens with Deshaun Watson's status. Behind Watson and Brissett, the Browns also […]