Is Desmond Ridder The Future In Atlanta?

The Athletic's Josh Kendall writes that the consensus is that nobody outside the Atlanta Falcons building knows whether the team is committed to quarterback Desmond Ridder for the long term because no one inside the building is talking. Ridder started the final four games of 2022 and went 73-for-115 for 708 yards, two touchdowns and […]

Chiefs Optimistic About JuJu Smith-Schuster, Kadarius Toney

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid is particularly optimistic that wide receivers JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) and Kadarius Toney (ankle, hamstring) will be able to play in the Super Bowl on Feb. 12 against the Philadelphia Eagles. "He's in a good place," Reid said about Smith-Schuster. Smith-Schuster and Toney have yet to practice this week, […]

Patrick Mahomes Says He's In "A Good Spot"

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) said he didn't aggravate his right high-ankle sprain in the AFC Championship win over the Cincinnati Bengals and just experienced general soreness from a physical game. "Other than that, I'm in a good spot," Mahomes said. He was somehow able to practice in full all of last week […]

Mark Leiter Jr. Re-Signs With Cubs

Right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. re-signed a minor-league deal with the Chicago Cubs on Thursday that includes an invite to major-league spring training. Leiter returns to the Cubbies after being pushed off the 40-man roster this offseason. The 31-year-old posted a career-best 3.99 ERA (4.29 FIP), 1.14 WHIP, his first three MLB saves, 25 walks and […]

Max Kepler Likely Staying With Twins

The probability of the Minnesota Twins trading outfielder Max Kepler has been significantly reduced with spring training quickly approaching. The Twins are fully stocked on left-handed-hitting corner outfielders with Joey Gallo, Kepler, Trevor Larnach, Matt Wallner and Nick Gordon. The desired interest in Kepler just wasn't there this offseason after he produced a 2.0 wins […]

Orioles Invite Jackson Holliday To Camp

Baltimore Orioles shortstop prospect Jackson Holliday has been invited to major-league spring training as a non-roster player. The son of former big-league outfielder Matt Holliday, Jackson was the first overall pick by the O's last year. In 20 games for the team's rookie-level affiliate and Single-A Delmarva, the 19-year-old hit .297/.489/.422 with a .911 OPS, […]

Termarr Johnson Invited To Big-League Camp

Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Termarr Johnson, who was the fourth overall pick in last year's draft, has been invited to major-league spring training as a non-roster invitee. The 18-year-old hit .222/.366/.365 with a .731 OPS, one homer, six RBI, seven runs scored and six stolen bases in 23 games with the team's rookie-level affiliate and […]

Pirates Sign Chris Owings To Minor-League Deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed free-agent infielder Chris Owings to a minor-league deal on Thursday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Owings, a veteran of 10 major-league seasons, spent the 2022 season with the Baltimore Orioles but hit just .107/.254/.143 with no homers, six runs scored and a stolen base in 26 games played. […]

Luis Arraez Wins Arbitration Case Over Marlins

Miami Marlins second baseman Luis Arraez won his salary arbitration case at $6.1 million over the team on Thursday, according to a source. The Minnesota Twins filed a number of $5 million before they traded Arraez to the Marlins this offseason, but the number didn't change following his trade. Arraez won the American League batting […]

Texans Interview Nick Caley For Offensive Coordinator

The Houston Texans interviewed New England Patriots tight ends coach Nick Caley for their offensive coordinator position on new head coach DeMeco Ryans' staff on Wednesday, according to a source. Caley is a rising young coach. The Texans also interviewed San Francisco 49ers passing-game coordinator Bobby Slowik and Cincinnati Bengals wide receivers coach Troy Walters […]

Panthers Request Permission To Interview Jim Bob Cooter

The Carolina Panthers have requested permission to interview Jacksonville Jaguars passing-game coordinator Jim Bob Cooter for their offensive coordinator opening, according to a source. The Panthers have also added Detroit Lions assistant head coach/running backs coach Duce Staley to their staff, and although his title is not known, he clearly wasn't hired as the offensive […]

Duce Staley Joining Panthers Staff

Detroit Lions assistant head coach/running backs coach Duce Staley is leaving to join the Carolina Panthers and head coach Frank Reich's coaching staff, according to sources. The title and nature of Staley's role in Carolina is unknown at this time. Staley and Reich have history working together, as Staley served as the running backs coach […]

Vic Fangio To Become Dolphins Defensive Coordinator

After speaking with multiple teams about their defensive coordinator position, Vic Fangio has decided to join the Miami Dolphins as their next defensive coordinator and will officially accept the position after the Super Bowl. Fangio was also linked to the San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos. He has been a defensive consultant for the Philadelphia […]

Mike McCarthy To Call Plays In 2023

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said that head coach Mike McCarthy will call the offensive plays in 2023, and a version of the offenses he ran with the Green Bay Packers will be coming to Dallas. It will be the first time the Cowboys' head coach has also called offensive plays since Jason Garrett did […]

Josh Sills Placed On Commissioner's Exempt List

The NFL placed Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Josh Sills on the Commissioner's Exempt List following Wednesday's indictment by a grand jury in Ohio. Sills can't take part in practices and games or travel with the team while he's on the list. The matter will be reviewed under the league's personal-conduct policy. The 25-year-old was indicted […]

Cowboys Want Ezekiel Elliott Back In 2023

Both Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and executive vice president Stephen Jones were adamant that they want running back Ezekiel Elliott back in 2023, but Stephen Jones reiterated it "has to work financially" for both sides. Elliott said recently that he'd be willing to take a pay cut to stay in Dallas. He has a […]

Brock Purdy Still Undecided On Surgery

As of Wednesday, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (elbow) was still considering his options, although general manager John Lynch said all the experts seem to be suggesting a surgery to fix his torn UCL that will require a six-month rehab. If that's the case, head coach Kyle Shanahan said he's content with Purdy and […]

Dylan Moore Avoids Arbitration With Three-Year Deal

The Seattle Mariners and super utilityman Dylan Moore avoided salary arbitration on Wednesday by agreeing to a three-year, $8.875 million extension, according to sources. The deal contains no options and escalators to $9 million-plus while buying out one free-agent year. Moore posted a strong .368 on-base percentage in 2022 and played seven different positions. The […]

Gray Fenter Signs With Yankees

Free-agent right-hander Gray Fenter signed a minor-league deal with the New York Yankees on Wednesday. Fenter was formerly with the Baltimore Orioles and San Francisco Giants and had a nice 2.95 ERA and 32 strikeouts in 21 1/3 innings for the Lancaster Barnstormers of the independent Atlantic League in 2022. The 27-year-old was previously drafted […]

Paul Sewald Should Be Ready For Spring Training

Seattle Mariners closer Paul Sewald (elbow, heel) has resumed throwing and should be ready to pitch in spring training games. Sewald had surgeries on his right elbow and his heel in the offseason. The 32-year-old could be eased into spring training action, but relievers typically don't need a ton of work before the regular season. […]

Cal Raleigh Had Offseason Thumb Surgery

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (thumb) underwent offseason surgery on his left thumb. Raleigh was able to catch left-hander Marco Gonzales' bullpen session on Tuesday in Arizona without any issues, though, so he should be ready for the start of the 2023 season. The 26-year-old still hasn't been cleared for full baseball activities, so he […]

Evan White, Sam Haggerty Good To Go

Seattle Mariners first baseman Evan White (hip) is as healthy as he's ever been with spring training approaching. Meanwhile, infielder/outfielder Sam Haggerty (groin) should also be good to go for spring training. Reliever Andres Munoz (foot) is out of a walking boot and has started his throwing program after having foot surgery. White had sports-hernia […]

Luis Castillo Won't Pitch In World Baseball Classic

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo will not be pitching for the Dominican Republic in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, according to president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto. "It's a choice that we made together," Dipoto said. The 30-year-old right-hander was a huge asset for the Mariners in the second half of last season after […]

Diego Castillo Loses Arbitration Case

Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Diego Castillo lost his salary arbitration case against the team on Wednesday, according to a source. Castillo will make $2.95 million in 2023, instead of the $3.225 million he filed for. In his first full season with the Mariners in 2022, Castillo went 7-3 with a 3.64 ERA (3.68 FIP), 1.14 […]

Khalil Lee Accused Of Assault

The ex-girlfriend of New York Mets outfielder Khalil Lee is alleging that Lee physically and verbally abused her in Syracuse last year. The 24-year-old Lee is named in a warrant issued for criminal obstruction of breath, a charge often associated with domestic incidents. Keriwyn Hill alleges that Lee assaulted her on May 7, 2022, by […]

Reds Sign Jason Vosler To Minor-League Deal

The Cincinnati Reds signed infielder/outfielder Jason Vosler to a minor-league deal on Wednesday that includes an invitation to major-league spring training. Vosler signed with the Seattle Mariners late last month but was granted his release last weekend in order to join the Reds. The 29-year-old played in 36 games for the San Francisco Giants in […]

Tua Tagovailoa Clears The Concussion Protocol

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) has cleared the league's concussion protocol, according to sources. He met with several medical professionals in the process, and they are confident that he'll be 100 percent when the time comes for football this offseason. Tagovailoa suffered his second concussion of 2022 on Christmas Day and missed the rest […]

Cowboys Open To Extension For Dak Prescott

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said that the team is committed to quarterback Dak Prescott long term and are open to extending his contract. Prescott is currently under contract with the Cowboys through the 2026 season, but the Cowboys aren't ruling out extending him further this offseason. The bottom line is that Prescott […]

Commanders To Interview Anthony Lynn For OC Job

The Washington Commanders will interview San Francisco 49ers assistant head coach/running backs coach Anthony Lynn for their vacant offensive coordinator position on Wednesday. Lynn was the Los Angeles Chargers' head coach from 2017 to 2020 and went 33-31 in his four seasons there. He has served as an offensive coordinator twice -- for the Detroit […]

Giants Want To Re-Sign Daniel Jones

New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen said contract negotiations haven't started yet with impending free-agent quarterback Daniel Jones, but also said, "we want Daniel back." If the Giants want Jones back, they're going to have to pay a decent price after the 25-year-old had the most impressive season of his young career in 2022 […]