Demarcus Robinson Meeting With Raiders

Kansas City Chiefs free-agent wide receiver Demarcus Robinson is meeting with the Las Vegas Raiders, according to a source. Robinson has spent all six of his NFL seasons playing for the Chiefs, and he had 25 receptions on 41 targets for 264 yards and three touchdowns in 17 games (10 starts) last season. If he […]

Jameis Winston Expected To Be Ready For Training Camp

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston (knee), who tore his ACL on Halloween last year, is expected to be ready for training camp this summer "if everything continues to go smoothly with his rehab," according to a league source. Winston and the Saints agreed on a two-year deal on Monday to run it back another […]

Buccaneers Re-Sign Leonard Fournette

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed running back Leonard Fournette to a three-year deal worth $21 million on Tuesday, according to sources. The deal can be worth up to $24 million through incentives and also includes $9 million in guarantees. Fournette had an excellent year in Tampa in 2021 in his second year with the team, […]

Yu Darvish Made Mechanical Adjustments

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Yu Darvish said he tweaked his mechanics in the offseason and is also past the hip injury that landed him on the injured list twice in 2021. It also played a part in his 6.65 ERA in his final 14 starts after he had a 2.44 ERA through his first […]

Shohei Ohtani Could Hit Leadoff This Year

Los Angeles Angels manager Joe Maddon said that he could use designated hitter Shohei Ohtani as the team's leadoff hitter this year, followed by outfielder Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon. Ohtani had a .372 on-base percentage and swiped 26 bags on his way to American League MVP honors last season, so he could be a […]

Luis Urias Questionable For Opening Day

Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell said it is status quo on third baseman Luis Urias (quadriceps) after he underwent tests on Sunday. Urias will be out for around two weeks, putting his status for Opening Day very much in question. However, the Brewers don't expect him to have an extended absence. With less than three […]

Lions Agree With Chris Board

The Detroit Lions agreed with free-agent linebacker Chris Board on an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday night, according to a source. Board has been a special teams standout and a situational defensive player for the Baltimore Ravens, who made an effort to re-sign him. He's expected to compete for a starting spot on defense in […]

Kenny Pickett's Hands Measure 8 5/8 Inches At Pro Day

Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett's hand size increased by an eighth of an inch from the NFL combine to 8 5/8 inches at his school's Pro Day on Monday. "The stretches work," Pickett said with a laugh. "It's the reason why I've been doing them. If it helped getting an eighth of an inch, I'll take […]

Za'Darius Smith Visits With Vikings

Former Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith visited with the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, according to sources. Smith's original deal with the Baltimore Ravens fell apart, so he's back on the open market and could end up staying in the NFC North. The 29-year-old pass-rusher originally agreed to a four-year, $35 million deal with […]

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. […]