Patriots Sign Tyler Gaffney

The New England Patriots are signing running back Tyler Gaffney, who most recently spent time with the San Francisco 49ers and Jacksonville Jaguars, according to a source. Gaffney had a brief stint in minor league baseball with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he retired from baseball in March of 2019 after hitting just .194/.313/.298 with three […]

Adrian Colbert Signs With Patriots

Former New York Giants free-agent safety Adrian Colbert is signing an undisclosed deal with the New England Patriots on Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Colbert was a seventh-round selection of the San Francisco 49ers back in 2017 out of the University of Miami. He spent the first two years of his NFL career […]

Shohei Ohtani Shows Diminished Velocity Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani showed reduced velocity in his start against the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday, but he still threw 4 2/3 solid innings in a no-decision. Ohtani said after the 3-2 loss that he is not injured. The Japanese two-way start averaged 91.3 mph on his fastball, which was down around […]

Tim Tebow Officially Signs With Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars officially signed tight end Tim Tebow to an undisclosed contract on Thursday, according to a source. He will be on the field on Thursday for the team's offseason program as he competes for a final roster spot at the tight end position. The 33-year-old former quarterback hasn't appeared in an NFL regular […]

Texans Sign Jeff Driskel

The Houston Texans signed free-agent quarterback Jeff Driskel to a one-year deal worth up to $2.5 million on Wednesday, according to his agents. Driskel has been with four different teams in the last four seasons but has only made starts with the Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos in the last three years. Most […]

Trey Sermon Comfortable With Kyle Shanahan's Offense

San Francisco 49ers rookie running back Trey Sermon, who was selected 89th overall out of Ohio State in last month's draft, said he focused on studying the Niners outside-zone running scheme when he was preparing to transfer from Oklahoma to Ohio State. Shanahan likes to use his running backs as rushers and receivers, and Sermon […]

Cody Bellinger, Zach McKinstry On Track For Rehab Assignments

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that outfielder Cody Bellinger (leg) and second baseman/outfielder Zach McKinstry (oblique) are on track to join Triple-A Oklahoma City on rehab assignments later this week/weekend. The Dodgers and fantasy managers are hoping that Bellinger can make his return to the lineup sometime next week. The former National League […]

Eagles Signing Le'Raven Clark

The Philadelphia Eagles are signing free-agent offensive lineman Le'Raven Clark to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday, according to a source. Clark is a former third-round pick of the Indianapolis Colts in 2016 and served as a swing tackle for them. He will be reunited with head coach Nick Sirianni from their time together in Indy. […]

Antonio Brown Undergoes Knee Surgery

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown (knee) underwent successful knee surgery on Tuesday. The procedure was just a cleanup after Brown had some issues with his knee last year. Brown is expected to be ready after just a few weeks of recovery. Head coach Bruce Arians said that Brown's deal will be official when […]

Penei Sewell Signs Rookie Deal

The Detroit Lions and offensive tackle Penei Sewell agreed to terms on his four-year, $24.1 million fully guaranteed rookie contract on Wednesday. Sewell, who was taken seventh overall in last month's NFL draft, will receive a $14.88 million signing bonus. The Oregon product missed rookie minicamp last weekend after testing positive for COVID-19, but it […]

Broncos Officially Waive DaeSean Hamilton

The Denver Broncos officially waived wide receiver DaeSean Hamilton (knee) with a non-football injury designation on Tuesday after he tore his ACL while training on his own last week. The Broncos were on the verge of trading Hamilton to the San Francisco 49ers last week, but his injury ended any chances of a deal happening. […]

Colts Discussing Extension With Darius Leonard

The Indianapolis Colts are discussing a new contract with star linebacker Darius Leonard, but the timing could be interesting with San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner also up for a very rich new contract extension. Leonard is one of the best defensive players, regardless of position in the NFL, so it's no surprise that Indy […]

Broncos Sign Patrick Surtain II To Rookie Deal

The Denver Broncos agreed to terms with first-round cornerback Patrick Surtain II on Tuesday, according to a source. Denver passed on a quarterback in the top 10 of the first round of last month's draft, instead choosing to bolster their secondary with Surtain. The Alabama product has a chance to make the Broncos secondary one […]

George Springer Progresses To Running Work

Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo said on Tuesday that outfielder George Springer (quadriceps) is doing some running drills now in his rehab, and the next steps will include sprints and then running the bases. There haven't been any setbacks in his rehab from a quad injury, but Springer still has at least another week […]

Cavan Biggio Dealing With Sore Neck

Toronto Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo moved infielder Cavan Biggio (neck) to designated hitter on Tuesday against the Boston Red Sox because he's been dealing with a sore neck that makes it harder to throw. Biggio has primarily been playing third base, but Santiago Espinal got the nod at the hot corner while batting eighth […]

Giants Claim Ryquell Armstead Off Waivers

The New York Giants claimed former Jacksonville Jaguars running back Ryquell Armstead off waivers on Tuesday, according to a source. The Jaguars waived Armstead on Monday, and he didn't go long without a team. The 24-year-old missed all of last year with an injury while also going on the league's COVID-19 list two separate times. […]

Broncos Sign Damion Willis

The Denver Broncos are signing free-agent wide receiver Damion Willis to an undisclosed deal on Tuesday, according to a source. Willis has spent time with the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars. He played in 10 games (two starts) with Cincinnati in 2019 and had just nine catches on 16 targets for 82 yards and no […]

Bills To Work Out Jeff Badet

The Buffalo Bills are bringing in free-agent wide receiver/kick returner Jeff Badet for a workout. Badet has played for the Minnesota Vikings and Washington Football Team. The 26-year-old was recently cut by Washington after playing in just three games for the team last season. Badet did not record any statistics in Washington while playing just […]

Justin Turner To Be Rested Tuesday

Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner will receive the day off on Tuesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, allowing first baseman Albert Pujols to make his second straight start at first base after making his team debut with the Blue on Monday night. Because of Corey Seager's (hand) injury, Gavin Lux has shifted to shortstop […]

Washington Likely Moving On From Morgan Moses

The Washington Football Team is likely moving on from long-time starting offensive tackle Morgan Moses, according to sources, giving Moses the ability to look for a trade. He is due $7.75 million this season, and any team that wants to trade for him will pick up his salary. It comes after the team acquired offensive […]

Joe Burrow On Track For Week 1 Return

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (knee), who had reconstructive left knee surgery last December, is "all systems go" for the 2021 regular season opener against the Minnesota Vikings, according to Dr. Neal ElAttrache. Doctors don't want any contact for Burrow until nine months, which could lead to Burrow resting during the preseason. Before the injury […]

Albert Pujols Records RBI In Dodgers Debut

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Albert Pujols, who said he's willing to accept a limited role with his new team, delivered a crucial RBI single in the team's 3-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night after getting the start at first base while batting cleanup. "I told them I'm here to do whatever […]

Jaguars Waive Ryquell Armstead

The Jacksonville Jaguars waived running back Ryquell Armstead on Monday after he missed all of the 2020 season because of complications related to COVID-19. The 24-year-old went on the Reserve/COVID-19 list twice last year, spending 19 days on the list the first time. He dealt with a groin injury and another illness before going back […]

Courtland Sutton Plans To Be Ready For Training Camp

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (knee), who suffered a torn ACL in Week 2 last season, said that "the game plan" is to be full-go when training camp begins this summer. "It feels really good," Sutton said of his knee. He's currently working with trainers at 80 percent but is on track to push […]

Myles Gaskin The Favorite For Lead-Back Duties?

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin rose from the bottom of the depth chart last year to win a starting job, and it's looking like the lead-back role in 2021 is his to lose. Gaskin dealt with injuries and COVID-19, but when he was on the field, he was effective in the run game, passing […]

Jaguars, Eagles Swap Cornerbacks In Trade

The Jacksonville Jaguars are trading cornerback Josiah Scott to the Philadelphia Eagles on Tuesday in exchange for cornerback Jameson Houston and a 2023 sixth-round pick, according to sources. Scott was drafted by the Jaguars in the fourth round last year and recorded 11 tackles (10 solo) and one tackle for loss in six games in […]

Eric Hosmer Expected To Be Activated Wednesday

The belief is that San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer will be activated from the league's COVID-19 list on Wednesday. Hosmer went on the COVID-19 list last Wednesday as a close contact. The 31-year-old left-handed hitter was slashing a solid .305/.370/.443 with four home runs, six doubles, 21 RBI and even three stolen bases […]

Brian Hoyer Back With Patriots

The New England Patriots are re-signing veteran quarterback Brian Hoyer to an undisclosed one-year deal on Monday, according to a source. Hoyer will be added to a quarterback depth chart that includes Cam Newton, rookie first-rounder Mac Jones and Jarrett Stidham. The 35-year-old journeyman started one game for New England last year, going 15-for-24 for […]

Kevin Pillar Hit In The Face By A Pitch

New York Mets outfielder Kevin Pillar was hit by a pitch directly in the face on Monday against the Atlanta Braves and was forced to leave the game early. It was a very frightening scene, but fortunately Pillar was able to walk off the field under his own power. It came with the bases loaded […]

Max Fried Leaves Early Monday

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried left his start on Monday against the New York Mets with an undisclosed injury in the seventh inning. Fried had thrown six innings of one-run ball before leaving his start, giving up five hits while walking two and striking out eight to drop his ERA on the year to […]