Irv Smith Jr. A Breakout Candidate

Minnesota Vikings tight ends Kyle Rudolph and Irv Smith Jr. should both be considered starters going into the 2020 season, in the opinion of NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal. Rosenthal considers them both as starters over No. 3 receiver Bisi Johnson because each tight end played more than 600 offensive snaps in 2019. Smith was the youngest […]

Preston Williams On Schedule For Week 1

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Preston Williams (knee), who tore his ACL last November, is on schedule to be ready for the start of the 2020 season, according to a team source. Williams isn't yet taking part in on-field sessions among teammates, but he has been jogging and the team is hopeful that he'll be ready […]

A.J. Dillon Ahead Of Jamaal Williams As Aaron Jones' Backup

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones undoubtedly will be the team's lead back again in 2020, but the draft capital used on rookie A.J. Dillon (second-round pick) suggests that he'll see more work as the No. 2 over Jamaal Williams. Williams saw 373 offensive snaps in 2019 as Jones' primary backup. The Packers are […]

Kerryon Johnson, D'Andre Swift Will Share The Load

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson is expected to share the backfield load with rookie D'Andre Swift in 2020. Johnson has a nice all-around game and has 621 snaps in the last two years, but he's also been a bit injury-prone. Swift is more explosive as a runner and could be more polished in the […]

Jimmy Graham, Cole Kmet Could Be On The Field Together

Chicago Bears tight end Jimmy Graham and rookie Cole Kmet should be on the field together at times in 2020 because of Kmet's versatility. However, head coach Matt Nagy hasn't used a lot of two-tight ends sets in his time in Chicago, so it remains to be seen how much Graham and Kmet will be […]

Ted Ginn Jr. Has Slight Edge As No. 3 Receiver

NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal gives a slight edge to Chicago Bears wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. for snaps as the third receiver this year over Javon Wims and Cordarrelle Patterson. However, Rosenthal also cautious that it's doubtful that any of those three wideouts will play "starter" snaps in Chicago's offense. Patterson has primarily been a special […]

Mitchell Trubisky Will Get First Shot In Practices

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy, who said he will continue to be the team's play-caller in 2020, said that quarterback Mitchell Trubisky will be the first QB in the huddle when the team runs their first snap of practice together. “And it’s been loud and clear with those guys—again, we’re over-communicating clarity—Mitchell’s gonna be […]

Jets Have Big Plans For Chris Herndon

The New York Jets "can't wait to unleash Chris Herndon" in 2020, according to The Athletic's Connor Hughes. Herndon had an impressive 39 catches for 502 yards and four touchdowns in 16 games (12 starts) in his rookie season in 2018, but he played in just one game last year because of injuries and was […]

Jalen Hurts Needs To Pick Up Eagles System

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said that the team will need to rely on veterans like backup quarterback Nate Sudfeld early in the season because of the restrictions on offseason programs and organized team activities due to COVID-19. "I have a ton of confidence in Nate becoming our backup QB," Pederson said. The head […]

Tom Brady Holds Throwing Session With Teammates

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady and around eight of his teammates conducted a two-hour throwing session on Tuesday at Berkeley Preparatory School. Bucs receivers, tight ends and running backs were present, including wideouts Mike Evans and Scotty Miller, tight ends Cameron Brate and O.J. Howard, quarterbacks Blaine Gabbert and Ryan Griffin and running back […]

Tim Melville Released

The Colorado Rockies released starting pitcher Tim Melville on Monday after he bounced around in the minors for most of his time with the team. Melville was recalled by the Rockies late last season and went 2-3 with a 4.86 ERA in seven starts. The 30-year-old right-hander was on a minor league contract in 2020 […]

Starling Marte's Wife Dies Of Heart Attack

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Starling Marte announced on his social media on Monday that his wife, Noelia, has died of a heart attack. "It is a moment of indescribable pain. On behalf of my family, I am grateful for the expressions of esteem and solidarity in this difficult time," Marte wrote. The 31-year-old outfielder was traded […]

Jalen Mills Expected To Move To Safety

The Philadelphia Eagles re-signed defensive back Jalen Mills with the intention of moving him to safety to help account for the loss of Malcolm Jenkins in the starting lineup. It's a gamble, but the additions of Darius Slay and Nickell Robey-Coleman could make Mills' transition smoother. The Eagles have three former starters coming off the […]

Greg Ward The Top Option In The Slot

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Greg Ward is the top option for the slot receiving role in 2020, in the opinion of NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal. However, the team is suddenly super deep at the position after they drafted Jalen Reagor and John Hightower and traded for Marquise Goodwin. Plus, general manager Howie Roseman would love to […]

Nate Solder May Be An Option At Right Tackle

New York Giants offensive tackle Nate Solder played right tackle as a rookie with the Patriots, so the Giants could have him compete at the position in 2020 with third-round pick Matt Peart. The No. 4 overall pick of the draft, Andrew Thomas, is likely ticketed for left tackle and protecting the blind side of […]

Francisco Rodriguez Not Ready To Retire

Free-agent relief pitcher Francisco Rodriguez last pitched in the major leagues for the Detroit Tigers in June of 2017, but he's hoping to make his way back onto a major league roster. The 38-year-old has pitched in the Nationals minor league system, an independent team in the United State and in Mexico since his release […]

Young Broncos Team At Disadvantage This Offseason?

Offseason workout restrictions because of COVID-19 are making things difficult for all NFL teams this year, but it might be even more difficult for a young Denver Broncos team with a second-year quarterback in Drew Lock, who doesn't even have a full year of experience under his belt and is learning a new system under […]

Bartolo Colon Wants To Play One More Season

Free-agent starting pitcher Bartolo Colon, who hasn't thrown a pitch in the major leagues since September of 2018, is hoping to pitch one more season in the majors, and he would prefer it being with the New York Mets if he was given the choice. Colon has pitched 21 seasons in the big leagues and […]

Ed Oliver To Take Part In Virtual Program

Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver, who was arrested on Saturday night in Houston on misdemeanor DWI and weapon charges, is still taking part in the team's virtual offseason program, according to a league source. The Bills will let Oliver's legal process play out. The former No. 9 overall pick in 2019 had a solid […]

Aaron Rodgers Happy With Progress During Virtual Program

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has heaped praise on the young collection of receivers behind No. 1 target Davante Adams. Most notably has been Allen Lazard, the former undrafted free agent who didn't make the roster last year out of camp, but who ended up becoming the No. 2 behind Adams by season's end. […]

Chargers Considered Cam Newton

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said in an interview with CBS Sports Radio that the team "absolutely" considered signing quarterback Cam Newton after he was released by the Panthers, saying, "We did take a look at that." But instead the Bolts stuck with Tyrod Taylor and second-year backup Easton Stick before drafting Justin […]

Lamical Perine Could Be Le'Veon Bell's Top Backup

Senior Bowl executive director and former NFL scout Jim Nagy expects rookie running back Lamical Perine "to be (Le'Veon Bell's) top backup next year." Nagy also wouldn't be surprised if Perine emerged as "the guy" for the Jets running game in two or three years despite his 4.6-second 40-yard dash at the NFL combine back […]

Jets Really Like Ashtyn Davis

The New York Jets are really high on rookie safety Ashtyn Davis, and the team was surprised that he was available near the top of the third round in last month's draft. If it weren't for groin surgery last December, Davis likely would have performed well at the NFL combine and raised his draft stock […]

Marcus Maye's Days With The Jets Numbered?

New York Jets safety Marcus Maye's days may be numbered with the team after they selected Ashtyn Davis with the 68th overall pick in this year's draft, according to ESPN New York's Rich Cimini. Davis' arrival raises questions about the long-term future of Maye, the team's second-round pick in 2017 who is entering the final […]

Anthony Harris Signs Franchise Tender

Minnesota Vikings safety Anthony Harris signed his franchise tender on Sunday, and his agents and the Vikings will continue to work on a long-term extension in the meantime. The two sides will have until July 15 to work out a long-term extension. It was a surprise back when the Vikings put the franchise tag on […]

Cody Latimer Arrested On Five Charges

Washington Redskins wide receiver Cody Latimer was arrested on Saturday morning in Douglas County, Colorado, on five charges. Latimer was later released after posting $25,000 bond. He was charged with three felonies (assault in the second degree, menacing, illegal discharge of a firearm) and two misdemeanors (prohibited use of a weapon and reckless endangerment). The […]

Nick Foles Has The Playbook Down

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy thinks that quarterback Nick Foles has already caught up to Mitchell Trubisky when it comes to learning the offense. Foles has gotten up to speed through the digital playbook and meetings on Zoom despite being traded from the Jaguars two months ago and not having any on-field work due […]

NFL Facilities May Begin Opening On May 19

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell sent a memo to all teams on Friday stating that they may begin reopening team facilities on Tuesday, May 19, provided that they are in compliance with public health requirements in their jurisdictions and governing state and local regulations. Teams may have no more than 50 percent of the staff in […]

Buccaneers To Run More 12 Personnel?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians will stick mostly to the offense that he ran in 2019, meaning new quarterback Tom Brady will have to adjust to the team's scheme while also implementing some of the stuff he ran in New England to make him comfortable. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks expects Tampa to run more […]

Joe Burrow Giving His Input On Playbook

Cincinnati Bengals second-year head coach Zac Taylor is soliciting rookie quarterback Joe Burrow's input on the playbook. Taylor said he's getting more comfortable in his role and feels better prepared to handle all of his responsibilities, which could make him a more confident and composed play-caller in 2020. That starts with building better game plans […]