Bills Defense Beat Up As Showdown With Chiefs Looms

The Buffalo Bills suffered more injuries to starters in their 31-17 wild-card playoff win over the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday, as top tackler and turnover generator Terrel Bernard (ankle), nickelback Taron Johnson (head) and surging cornerback Christian Benford (knee) were all injured. Five of the Bills' defensive starters from the Week 18 regular season […]

Mike Tomlin Could Take A Break From Coaching

ESPN's Adam Schefter and FOX's Jay Glazer recently suggested that Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has job security but could consider taking a break from coaching, similar to Sean Payton. Tomlin is now the longest-tenured current head coach, but the landscape in Pittsburgh has changed dramatically since the Steelers last won a playoff game […]

Rashee Rice Getting Downfield More Often

Kansas City Chiefs rookie wide receiver Rashee Rice averaged only 3.6 air yards per catch during the regular season, which ranked last among 466 receivers with at least 900 yards in a season since at least 2006. But he set a career-high in Week 17 against the Bengals with a 7.6-yard average depth per reception […]

Could Dolphins Consider Trading Tua Tagovailoa?

The Athletic's Mike Sando discusses a couple different options the Miami Dolphins have with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who is heading into the final year of his rookie deal in 2024. The most palatable option could be trading him for someone like Vikings QB Kirk Cousins and some draft picks. "Your upside with Tua certainly seems […]

Mike McDaniel Could Give Up Play-Calling Duties

When asked if he'd consider giving up offensive play-calling duties next season, Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said, "Nothing's off the table ever." The Dolphins were one of the best offenses overall during the 2023 season, although they really struggled in their final three games, including in the 26-7 loss in Kansas City to […]

Jason Kelce Planning To Retire

Six-time All-Pro and future Hall of Fame center Jason Kelce told his Philadelphia Eagles teammates in Monday night's postgame locker room that he is in fact retiring after the team lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 32-9 in the wild-card round. The 36-year-old became visibly emotional at the end of Monday's game and has considered […]

Darius Slay Injured Late In Loss to Buccaneers

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay (back) was injured late in the fourth quarter in Monday night's wild-card loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and had to be carted to the locker room. Slay got bent awkwardly while trying to make a tackle and then grabbed at the right side of his back. He appeared to […]

Bears Interview Greg Roman For Offensive-Coordinator Position

The Chicago Bears interviewed former Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman for their vacant offensive-coordinator position on Monday, according to a source. The Bears are searching for a new offensive coordinator after firing Luke Getsy following the regular season finale. Roman was the offensive coordinator in Baltimore for four years, including when quarterback Lamar Jackson […]

Patriots In No Rush To Hire General Manager

The New England Patriots promoting linebackers coach Jerod Mayo to head coach to replace Bill Belichick gives the Kraft family the opposite of a power coach. As a result, reports suggest the Patriots are in no rush to hire a general manager and could wait until after the draft to amplify the impression. "The owner […]

Julio Jones Ruled Out With Concussion

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Julio Jones (concussion) was diagnosed with a concussion following a hard hit in the second quarter of Monday night's wild-card playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and has been ruled out for the rest of the game. Before taking the hard shot that left him concussed, the 34-year-old veteran caught […]

Falcons Complete Interview With Bill Belichick

The Atlanta Falcons completed an interview with former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick for their head-coach opening on Monday. Both the Falcons and Carolina Panthers, who also have an opening at general manager, are two teams from the NFC South that are interested in the six-time Super Bowl-champion head coach. The Washington Commanders […]

Rays Sign Jacob Waguespack To Minors Deal

The Tampa Bay Rays signed free-agent right-hander Jacob Waguespack to a minor-league deal with an invitation to major-league camp on Monday. Waguespack hasn't pitched in the big leagues since the COVID-shortened 2020 season. In his two years with the Toronto Blue Jays, he had a 5.08 ERA (4.87 FIP) and 1.46 WHIP while walking 38 […]

Allen Robinson II Suffers Head Injury In Wild-Card Game

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Allen Robinson II (head) was removed from Monday's wild-card playoff game in the second half and is questionable to return to the contest while being evaluated for a possible concussion. Robinson's head snapped back and his helmet slammed onto the cold turf in Buffalo late in the third quarter and struggled […]

Seahawks Looking At Dan Quinn, Others For Head-Coaching Job

The Seattle Seahawks have begun putting out interview requests for their vacant head-coaching job, and they've requested Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, Miami Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith, Carolina Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka, according to a source. Quinn will interview for the same position for […]

Ravens Waive Laquon Treadwell

The Baltimore Ravens waived wide receiver Laquon Treadwell and placed defensive back Damarion Williams (undisclosed) on Injured Reserve on Monday. Treadwell has bounced around from the team's practice squad and the 53-man roster in 2023. The 28-year-old former first-rounder only appeared in five games with Baltimore and had one reception on three targets for 16 […]

Dolphins Want To Keep Tua Tagovailoa Around Long Term

Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said on Monday that the goal is to have quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in Miami for the long term. Tagovailoa has one year remaining on his rookie deal, and Grier said the team will continue to communicate with him and his representation in the offseason. The 25-year-old is due for […]

Rashaad Penny, Reed Blankenship Inactive For Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles running back Rashaad Penny (coach's decision) and free safety Reed Blankenship (groin) are inactive for Monday night's wild-card playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Penny was an interesting pickup for the Eagles in the offseason, but due to their crowded backfield, the 27-year-old was a complete non-factor in his first year with […]

Baker Mayfield Officially Active Against Eagles

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (ankle, ribs), who was questionable to play in Monday night's wild-card playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles, is officially active. Mayfield tweaked his ankle in Week 18 against the Carolina Panthers but was able to practice last week and was fully expected to play in the first round of […]

Terrel Bernard Carted Off Against Steelers

Buffalo Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard (leg) was taken off the field in the third quarter on a cart during Monday's wild-card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a cast on his lower right leg and a towel over his head. Dorian Williams replaced Bernard after he left. In addition to Bernard, the Bills also […]

Christian Benford Injured Monday

Buffalo Bills cornerback Christian Benford (knee) is listed as questionable to return to Monday's wild-card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Bills can really not afford many more injuries to their defense. If the 23-year-old is unable to return for the rest of the game against Pittsburgh, Siran Neal, Dane Jackson and Cam Lewis […]

Paulino Santana Joining Rangers Farm System

The Texas Rangers have had a strong start to the opening of Monday's 2024 international signing period by adding three of MLB Pipeline's top-50 international prospects, with the most notable being outfielder Paulino Santana for a $1.3 million signing bonus. Santana is No. 2 on the prospect rankings and is a toolsy player with above-average […]

Mariners Sign Shortstop Prospect Dawel Joseph

The Seattle Mariners reportedly have signed one of the top shortstops in this year's international class, Dawel Joseph, to a $3 million signing bonus, according to MLB Pipeline. Joseph stands at 6-foot-2 and has a smooth swing and plus speed while also offering defensive upside at a premium position. The M's are also reportedly signing […]

A's Spreading Out Their International Money

The Oakland Athletics are spreading around their international bonus-pool money this year, bringing in a deep class that includes four prospects on Baseball America's top-100 international prospect list -- shortstop Edgar Montero, outfielder Jose Ramos, right-hander Erick Matos and outfielder Sebastian Rojas. The A's have seen the switch-hitting Dominican Montero blossom from a skinny kid […]

Twins Sign Shortstop Daiber De Los Santos

The Minnesota Twins' most notable first-day international signings on Monday are shortstop Daiber De Los Santos and outfielder Eduardo Beltre, both from the Dominican Republic. De Los Santos ranked eighth on MLB Pipeline's top-50 international prospect list, while Beltre ranked 39th. "Tooled-out shortstop. Deluxe body/frame and plenty of athleticism. Real shortstop, plus run, plus-plus arm. […]

Mets Sign International Catcher Yovanny Rodriguez

The New York Mets agreed to terms with catcher Yovanny Rodriguez, shortstop Jensy Rivas and outfielder Edward Lantigua on Monday to kick off the 2024 international signing period. According to MLB Pipeline, Rodriguez is the No. 6 overall international prospect, with Rivas ranking 31st and Lantigua at No. 41. Rodriguez is expected to sign for […]

Victor Hurtado Getting $2.7 Million From Nationals

The Washington Nationals are signing outfielder Victor Hurtado for $2.7 million to open the 2024 international signing period on Monday, while also adding Angel Feliz for $1.8 million, according to multiple people familiar with the terms. Hurtado was ranked as the No. 20 international prospect by MLB.com for this class. The 16-year-old left-handed hitter has […]

Reds Ink Outfielder Adolfo Sanchez

The Cincinnati Reds agreed to terms with outfielder Adolfo Sanchez (MLB.com's No. 5 international prospect) and shortstop Naibel Mariano (No. 42) to open the 2024 international signing period on Monday, according to an industry source. Sanchez's deal is for $2.7 million, while Mariano will receive $1.65 million. Sanchez is one of the best overall hitters […]

Yankees Agree With Francisco Vilorio

The New York Yankees agreed to terms with outfielder Francisco Vilorio, MLB.com's No. 15 international prospect, on Monday to open the 2024 international signing period. The Yankees lost $1 million from their international signing pool when they signed left-hander Carlos Rodon last offseason. Vilorio is a tall, projectable outfielder with plenty of power potential. He […]

Cubs Give Fernando Cruz $4 Million

The Chicago Cubs have signed international shortstop prospect Fernando Cruz to a $4 million signing bonus on Monday. It's one of the top signing bonuses in this year's international class, even though the 17-year-old hasn't stood out quite as much as the other shortstop prospects in his class. Cruz has a very strong glove up […]

Dodgers Bringing In Dominican Shortstop Emil Morales

The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly agreed to a contract with Dominican shortstop Emil Morales, who will be the headliner of their international class this year. Morales has a 6-foot-3 frame that has him rated highly among public evaluators. The Dodgers were in the lower third of the sport in terms of international signing-bonus allotments […]