Steven Souza Jr. Heading To Houston

The Houston Astros agreed to an undisclosed deal with free-agent outfielder Steven Souza Jr. on Saturday, according to a source. The 31-year-old hit just .148 in 27 at-bats in 11 games for the Chicago Cubs in the shortened 2020 season after missing all of the 2019 campaign while recovering from surgery to fix an ACL […]

Carl Edwards Jr. Agrees With Braves

The Atlanta Braves agreed to a minor league deal with free-agent relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. on Friday night. The 29-year-old right-hander helped the Chicago Cubs win the World Series in 2016 and had a nice 3.03 ERA and 34 percent strikeout rate with the team from 2016-18. However, he started struggling in 2019 when […]

Matthew Stafford Trade Talks Getting Heavy

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said that trade talks for quarterback Matthew Stafford have gotten "hot and heavy." With Detroit taking a long-term approach to their current rebuild, they decided after the season that they would be parting ways with Stafford. The 33-year-old veteran considers the Los Angeles Rams as a viable contender in […]

Texans Have Decision To Make On J.J. Watt

The Houston Texans have a decision to make on pass-rusher J.J. Watt, but the sense that the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo are getting is that it might make more sense somewhere other than Houston. Watt has been the face of the franchise for the last decade, but his situation has been overshadowed […]

Matthew Stafford Considers Rams A Potential Landing Spot

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford considers the Los Angeles Rams a contender in his trade market, according to sources. The Rams have explored the possibility of trading for Stafford, although it's unknown what they can do with current quarterback Jared Goff's long-term deal on the books. Cutting Goff would cost LA $65.2 million in dead […]

Lavonte David, Antoine Winfield Jr. Questionable Against Chiefs

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David (hamstring) and rookie safety Antoine Winfield Jr. (ankle) are both listed as questionable for the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs on Feb. 7. Pass-rusher Jason Pierre-Paul (knee) was removed from the injury report after practicing all week. David and Winfield didn't practice all week, so they'll have […]

Antonio Brown Doubtful To Play In Super Bowl

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown (knee) and safety Jordan Whitehead (knee, shoulder) are listed as doubtful to play in the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs on Feb. 7. Brown and Whitehead both missed practice all week, so they'll have to make big improvements next week in order to have a shot […]

Braves Have Checked In On Justin Turner

The Atlanta Braves are among the teams that have checked in on free-agent third baseman Justin Turner. The veteran third baseman doesn't have a shortage of suitors, but most still see the Los Angeles Dodgers as heavy favorites to re-sign him. The Blue Jays were also interested, but that's more unlikely after they signed infielder […]

A's Sign Carlos Perez To Minor League Deal

The Oakland Athletics signed free-agent catcher Carlos Perez to a minor league deal on Friday. If Perez finds his way onto the major league roster, he'll earn $650,000. The 30-year-old backstop has played four seasons in the big leagues and hasn't seen any action in the majors since 2018 with the Braves and Rangers, when […]

Mike Pettine Won't Return As Defensive Coordinator

Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Mike Pettine's contract is expiring and he will not return for the 2021 season, according to a source. The Packers also parted ways with special teams coordinator Shawn Mennenga two days ago. Green Bay's D gave up four touchdowns in the NFC Championship loss to the Buccaneers, including a 39-yard […]

Cubs Have Interest In Reunion With Jake Arrieta

The Chicago Cubs have some interest in a reunion with free-agent starting pitcher Jake Arrieta, with the team likely to sign one or two buy-low starters on the open market. Arrieta says that he is healthy and ready to go and was scheduled to throw a bullpen for interested teams on Friday in the Austin, […]

Yadier Molina Expected To Re-Sign With Cardinals

Free-agent catcher Yadier Molina is expected to re-sign with the St. Louis Cardinals after the Caribbean Series, if not before then, according to a source. The veteran backstop is playing for Puerto Rico's Criollos de Caguas. The Cardinals have reportedly already made Molina a one-year offer. The Red Birds also re-signed long-time Cardinal Adam Wainwright […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire Good To Go For Super Bowl

Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle, hip), who was questionable going into the AFC Championship game against the Bills last weekend, was removed from the injury report for the Super Bowl against the Buccaneers on Feb. 7. Edwards-Helaire was limited in practice on Wednesday but was able to get in full sessions […]

Le'Veon Bell, Sammy Watkins Questionable For Super Bowl

Kansas City Chiefs running back Le'Veon Bell (knee), wide receiver Sammy Watkins (calf) and cornerbacks Rashad Fenton (foot) and L'Jarius Sneed (concussion) are listed as questionable for the Super Bowl against the Buccaneers. Bell and Watkins didn't practice on Friday after being limited in practice earlier in the week. However, both players are expected to […]

Texans Have Zero Interest In Trading Deshaun Watson

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio said that the team has "zero" interest in trading quarterback Deshaun Watson, despite the fact that the quarterback formally requested a trade on Thursday. "Organizationally, I just want to reiterate our commitment to Deshaun Watson," Caserio said on Friday. Caserio and new head coach David Culley are saying that […]

Daniel Murphy Retiring From Baseball

Free-agent first baseman Daniel Murphy announced on Friday that he is retiring from Major League Baseball after 12 seasons. The 35-year-old was a three-time All-Star and a .296 career hitter with the New York Mets, Washington Nationals, Chicago Cubs and Colorado Rockies. He was the MVP of the National League Championship Series in 2015 when […]

Mike Foltynewicz Throws For Teams Friday

Free-agent starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz threw for interested teams in Atlanta on Friday and looked to be in fine shape while hitting 90-92 mph on the radar gun. Foltynewicz was an All-Star in 2018 with the Braves when he went 13-10 with a 2.85 ERA and 1.08 ERA while striking out 202 batters and walking […]

Ravens, Nick Boyle Agree On Two-Year Extension

The Baltimore Ravens and tight end Nick Boyle agreed to a two-year, $13 million extension on Friday that will keep him around through the 2023 season. The deal includes $10.5 million fully guaranteed upon signing. Boyle suffered a season-ending knee injury in the Week 10 loss to the Patriots. He finished the 202 campaign with […]

Titans Defense To Be Run By Shane Bowen

The Tennessee Titans announced on Friday that they will promote outside linebackers coach Shane Bowen to defensive coordinator. The Titans also announced that they promoted Luke Steckel to tight ends coach, Ryan Crow to outside linebackers coach and Matt Edwards to assistant special teams coach. The Titans also hired Kenechi Udeze as assistant defensive line […]

Maxx Crosby Played Through Multiple Injuries

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (hand, shoulder) led the team in sacks in each of his first two seasons with 17 in 2019 and 2020 combined. But he said that he played this last season (all 16 games) with a labrum tear in his shoulder and a metal plate in his hand. Crosby […]

Mac Jones Meets With Patriots, Saints, Texans

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones met with the New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints and Houston Texans during his rounds of Senior Bowl interviews this week. The 6-foot-3, 217-pound quarterback has been the most impressive of the six QBs at the Senior Bowl, according to an area scout for an AFC team. Jones is projected to […]

Lovie Smith To Become Texans Defensive Coordinator

The Houston Texans are hiring Lovie Smith as their new defensive coordinator on Friday. Smith spent the last five years at the University of Illinois, but he was fired after finishing with a record of 17-39. He was the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers when he was last in the NFL, going 8-24 […]

Matt Moore Signs With Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies signed free-agent starting pitcher Matt Moore to a major league deal on Friday, according to sources. MLB Network's Jon Heyman reports the deal is for one year and $3 million. The left-hander should compete for a spot in the team's starting rotation in 2021 after he went 6-3 with a 2.65 ERA […]

Cardinals Discussing Blockbuster For Nolan Arenado

The St. Louis Cardinals are talking to the Colorado Rockies about a possible Nolan Arenado trade, but there's no word on if anything is close yet. The Atlanta Braves have also checked in on Arenado, but they are probably a long shot. Colorado wants a big haul back but don't want to eat much of […]

Willie Gay Jr. Won't Play In Super Bowl

Kansas City Chiefs rookie linebacker Willie Gay Jr. (knee) will not play in Super Bowl LV after undergoing surgery to fix a torn meniscus in his knee, according to a source informed of the situation. Gay will be on a four-month recovery timetable but should be ready in time for the start of the 2021 […]

Titans To Promote Todd Downing To Offensive Coordinator

The Tennessee Titans are expected to promote tight ends coach Todd Downing to offensive coordinator, according to a source. The last time the Titans made an internal promotion of a tight ends coach, it was former offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, who is now the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. Downing was also the offensive […]

Cardinals Bring Back Adam Wainwright

The St. Louis Cardinals are re-signing starting pitcher Adam Wainwright to a one-year deal on Thursday believed to be worth $8 million. The 39-year-old was the team's most reliable pitcher in the shortened 2020 season, throwing two shutouts and posting a 3.15 ERA in his 15th season with St. Louis. The three-time All-Star made his […]

Alex Avila Agrees With Nationals

The Washington Nationals agreed to an undisclosed one-year deal with free-agent catcher Alex Avila on Thursday. The left-handed hitter will serve as the backup in D.C. and pair with veteran Yan Gomes. Avila, who will turn 34 years old on Friday, is entering his 13th big-league season. He hit just .184 in 49 at-bats over […]

Kohl Stewart Signs With Cubs

The Chicago Cubs signed free-agent right-hander Kohl Stewart to a one-year, $700,000 deal on Thursday. Stewart will offer depth for Chicago's starting rotation but can also serve a multi-inning relief role if needed. He has pitched in parts of only two major league seasons and comes with five years of club control. The 26-year-old will […]

Clyde Edwards-Helaire A Full Participant Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle, hip), offensive tackle Mike Remmers (groin) and guard Andrew Wylie (ankle) were all full participants in practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. Edwards-Helaire returned in the AFC Championship win over the Bills last weekend and should be good to go for the Super Bowl […]