Lions Sign Mike Hughes To One-Year Deal

The Detroit Lions signed free-agent cornerback Mike Hughes to a one-year, $3.5 million deal on Monday, according to a source. Hughes was a first-round pick (30th overall) by the Minnesota Vikings in 2018, and he spent the first three seasons of his career in Minnesota. Last year he played in 17 games (five starts) for […]

Raiders Sign Kyler Fackrell

The Las Vegas Raiders signed free-agent linebacker Kyler Fackrell to an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday, according to a source. Fackrell spent the 2021 campaign with the Los Angeles Chargers, totaling only 17 tackles (11 solo), four tackles for loss, four QB hits, three sacks and a fumble recovery in 13 games (one start). He […]

Jayron Kearse Re-Signs With Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys re-signed safety Jayron Kearse to a two-year deal with a base salary of $10 million in 2022 on Monday, according to a source. Kearse can make up to $11 million in incentives. He will return for his second season in Dallas after recording a career-high 101 tackles (67 solo), nine tackles for […]

Dak Prescott Expects To Have Normal Offseason

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (shoulder) said his left shoulder is doing better after he underwent offseason surgery on it in February. Prescott is throwing a couple of times per week and expects to have a normal offseason. The 28-year-old had a cleanup procedure on his non-throwing shoulder and should be completely fine for spring […]

Dalton Schultz Signs Franchise Tag

Dallas Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz signed his franchise tag on Monday. The two sides have until July 15 to work out a long-term extension. If they don't agree on an extension, Schultz will play the 2022 season under the one-year, $10.9 million tender. With Blake Jarwin no longer on the team, Schultz is the […]

Jamison Crowder Lands With Bills

Free-agent wide receiver Jamison Crowder signed a one-year deal worth up to $4 million with the Buffalo Bills on Monday, according to a source. Crowder essentially will replace veteran slot man Cole Beasley, who was released last week. The 28-year-old veteran spent the last three seasons with the New York Jets and finished with 51 […]

Bengals Release Trae Waynes

The Cincinnati Bengals released cornerback Trae Waynes on Monday. Waynes signed a three-year deal with the Bengals back in 2020, but he has been limited to five games the last two seasons due to pectoral and hamstring injuries. The 29-year-old was originally a first-round pick (11th overall) by the Minnesota Vikings in 2015 out of […]

Shane Baz Undergoes Elbow Surgery

Tampa Bay Rays right-hander Shane Baz (elbow) underwent arthroscopic surgery on Monday to remove loose bodies from his right elbow. The procedure was performed by Dr. Keith Meister in Dallas, Texas. Baz is expected to return to throwing in two to three weeks. The 22-year-old is the No. 12 overall prospect in all of baseball […]

Brandon Drury Signs With Reds

The Cincinnati Reds signed free-agent third baseman Brandon Drury to an undisclosed deal on Monday. Drury hit .274 in 84 major league at-bats last year in 51 games for the New York Mets, hitting four home runs while driving in 14. He was a starter for the Toronto Blue Jays as recently as 2019 and […]

Jaguars Re-Sign Laquon Treadwell

The Jacksonville Jaguars re-signed wide receiver Laquon Treadwell to an undisclosed deal on Monday. Treadwell had 33 receptions for a career-high 434 yards and one touchdown on 51 targets in 12 games (seven starts) for the Jaguars last season. It was nice to see for the 26-year-old former first-round pick, but it's hard to see […]

Falcons Agree To Two-Year Deal With Marcus Mariota

The Atlanta Falcons agreed to an undisclosed two-year deal with free-agent quarterback Marcus Mariota on Monday. Atlanta moved quickly to secure their next QB after trading Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts on Monday. Mariota, who spent the last two seasons backup up Derek Carr for the Las Vegas Raiders, will reunite with head coach […]

Eagles Agree With Zach Pascal

The Philadelphia Eagles agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with former Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Zach Pascal on Monday, according to a source. Pascal will reunite with head coach Nick Sirianni. The 27-year-old will join an Eagles receiving corps that includes DeVonta Smith, Jalen Reagor, Quez Watkins and others. In 16 games (13 starts) for […]

Giants Sign Jihad Ward

The New York Giants signed free-agent linebacker Jihad Ward to an undisclosed deal on Monday. Ward was originally a second-round pick by the Las Vegas Raiders in 2016 out of Illinois. He played 17 games (one start) for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2021 and had 32 tackles (10 solo), three tackles for loss, seven QB […]

Falcons Expected To Pursue Marcus Mariota

The Atlanta Falcons are expected to pursue free-agent quarterback Marcus Mariota after trading Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts on Monday, according to sources. Head coach Arthur Smith coached Mariota when the two were with the Tennessee Titans. Mariota spent the last two seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders, backing up Derek Carr. The 28-year-old […]

Saints Re-Sign Jameis Winston To Two-Year Deal

The New Orleans Saints re-signed quarterback Jameis Winston to a two-year deal with a base value of $28 million on Monday, according to sources. The deal includes $21 million guaranteed. The Saints missed out on Deshaun Watson, but they'll settle for a reunion with Winston. The 28-year-old suffered a torn ACL on Oct. 31, but […]

Cardinals Claim Packy Naughton Off Waivers

The St. Louis Cardinals claimed pitcher Packy Naughton off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels on Monday. The Angels designated Naughton for assignment on Friday, and he'll have to earn a roster spot with his new team this spring. The 25-year-old left-hander made seven appearances (five starts) for the Angels in his first big league […]

Oliver Perez Signs Minors Deal With Arizona

Free-agent relief pitcher Oliver Perez signed a minor league deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday. The 40-year-old stands a good chance to make the team's Opening Day roster with J.B. Bukauskas now out for the foreseeable future with a teres major strain. This will be Perez's 20th major league season if he's pitching in […]

AJ Pollock Scratched From Spring Lineup

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder AJ Pollock was scratched from Monday's spring lineup due to general body soreness, according to manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers aren't taking any chances in the Cactus League, especially with a player that has an extensive injury history. The 34-year-old should be just fine and will likely be back in the […]

Chris Taylor Recovering From Elbow Scope

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor (elbow) had a scope done on his right elbow back in November, according to manager Dave Roberts. It explains why Taylor hasn't played the field yet in the Cactus League. However, Roberts called the injury "minor," and Taylor could be at second base as soon as this Thursday. Taylor […]

Josh Taylor's Availability In Question

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Josh Taylor (back) is dealing with a back issue and hasn't thrown off a mound yet this spring. As a result, his availability for Opening Day is in question. Taylor also dealt with a back injury late last year that landed him on the injured list. The 29-year-old left-hander was […]

Adley Rutschman Making Good Progress

Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (triceps) is making good progress from his right triceps strain, according to manager Brandon Hyde. However, Rutschman hasn't resumed hitting or throwing, but there are no changes in his timeline. It could be another week before the team's top prospect gets back to baseball activities. The 24-year-old is the No. […]

Cavan Biggio Recovering From Elbow Sprain

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio (elbow) suffered a left elbow sprain in the offseason, which is why he hasn't appeared in a spring training game yet, according to manager Charlie Montoyo. Biggio is expected to make his spring debut later this week, possibly as soon as Tuesday. As long as he doesn't have […]

Zac Gallen Dealing With Bursitis

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (shoulder) had some stiffness in his shoulder in December, and an MRI exam showed bursitis. He threw his second bullpen session of camp on March 18 and said he had no issues with his right shoulder. The next step is for Gallen to face live hitters in a batting […]

J.B. Bukauskas Suffers Grade 2 Strain

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher J.B. Bukauskas suffered a Grade 2 teres major strain in his first spring outing last Thursday. Manager Torey Lovullo said the injury is similar to the one Taylor Clarke had last season, which sidelined the right-hander for over seven weeks. It's a tough break for the 25-year-old right-hander, and he doesn't […]

Duke Johnson Signs One-Year Deal With Bills

Veteran free-agent running back Duke Johnson is signing an undisclosed one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills on Monday, according to his agents. The Bills thought they had pass-catching back J.D. McKissic in the fold earlier, but he changed his mind and returned to the Washington Commanders. Johnson will now move to Buffalo, which is more […]

Falcons Trade Matt Ryan To Colts

The Atlanta Falcons traded quarterback Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts on Monday in exchange for a third-round pick. Ryan will also get a contract adjustment with more guaranteed money. Monday was a deadline for Atlanta to make a decision on whether to trade Ryan or give him a $7.5 million roster bonus. The 36-year-old […]

Ketel Marte Expected To Make Spring Debut Tuesday

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo expects second baseman Ketel Marte (eye) to make his first Cactus League appearance on Tuesday as the designated hitter. Marte suffered from eye irritation due to his contact lenses and was held out of workouts the first few days of camp. He has been taking live batting practice and fielding […]

Max Muncy Making Spring Debut Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Max Muncy (elbow) is playing in his first game in spring training on Monday since tearing his UCL in the final game of last regular season. Muncy is starting at third base and hitting second against the Chicago White Sox in Cactus League action. The 31-year-old missed the playoffs last […]

Giants Sign Matt Breida

The New York Giants are signing former San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills running back Matt Breida to an undisclosed deal on Monday, according to a source. Breida will provide some veteran depth and speed to New York's backfield and will follow head coach Brian Daboll to the Giants from Buffalo. The 27-year-old immediately becomes […]

Bills Sign Matt Barkley Monday

The Buffalo Bills signed free-agent quarterback Matt Barkley to an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday. Barkley was with the Carolina Panthers last year before joining the Atlanta Falcons practice squad in early January. The 31-year-old played for the Bills from 2018-20, playing in eight games (one start) and throwing for 788 yards, three touchdowns and […]