Jets Remain High On Zach Wilson

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas said the organization remains very high on quarterback Zach Wilson despite his struggles in 2022. "Our stance on Zach hasn't changed. Zach has a very high ceiling. … When players love this game and work their tails off, they usually hit their ceiling. Still feel strongly Zach's going […]

Bills Confident In Gabe Davis As No. 2 Receiver

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane said that he has "a lot of confidence with Gabe Davis as our No. 2 wide receiver." Many folks were expecting a breakout season for Davis in 2022, but it just didn't come to pass. The 23-year-old did have career-highs in catches (48), targets (93) and receiving yards (836) […]

Giants To Release Kenny Golladay

The New York Giants will release wide receiver Kenny Golladay on the first day of the new league year on March 15, according to a source. By waiting until March 15, the Giants will save $6.7 million against the 2023 salary cap. Golladay was a massive bust for the G-Men after he signed a four-year, […]

Jaguars Restructure Christian Kirk, Zay Jones

The Jacksonville Jaguars converted a total of $32.657 million in base salary for wide receivers Christian Kirk and Zay Jones and offensive guard Brandon Scherff on Tuesday into signing bonuses, according to a source. The moves created a total of $26.14 million in salary cap space for 2023. Kirk had his first 1,000-yard receiving season […]

Financials Unlikely To Be A Factor For Aaron Rodgers

There is no reason to think that financials will be a major factor as to whether Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers returns to the team in 2023 if he wants to continue his playing career. General manager Brian Gutekunst recently indicated that if Rodgers does return to the team next year, there will likely […]

Bears Plan For Justin Fields To Be Their Starter

When asked about Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields being the starter, general manager Ryan Poles said, "That's the plan right now." The Bears will continue to evaluate all of the quarterback options at the top of this year's draft class before making a firm decision, but they are currently expected to trade the No. 1 […]

Javonte Williams "On Track" For Start Of Season

Denver Broncos general manager George Paton said that running back Javonte Williams (knee) is "on track" to be ready for the start of the 2023 season. Williams is jogging after suffering a major knee injury early in 2022 that involved multiple ligament tears. Paton's comments contradict recent reports that Williams could miss significant time early […]

Falcons Release Marcus Mariota

The Atlanta Falcons released quarterback Marcus Mariota on Tuesday, according to the team. The Falcons signed Mariota to a two-year deal last offseason, but the team will save roughly $12 million in salary cap space in 2023 by releasing him. It comes with a $2.5 million dead-money hit. The 29-year-old began the 2022 campaign as […]

Druw Jones On Track In His Rehab

Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Druw Jones (shoulder) is making steady progress from shoulder surgery and is expected to be ready at or near the start of the minor-league season, according to general manager Mike Hazen. Jones suffered a torn posterior labrum in his left (non-throwing) shoulder last July. He's been hitting since January, and the […]

Kodai Senga To Make Spring Debut Sunday

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga threw a live batting practice session on Tuesday and is scheduled to make his debut for the team in the Cactus League game on Sunday against the St. Louis Cardinals. The 30-year-old Japanese right-hander is adjusting to the steeper MLB mound in camp and has looked better in […]

X-Rays Negative For Anthony Santander

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (knee) said his left knee is fine after getting hit by a pitch in Grapefruit League action on Monday, and X-rays also came back negative. He will return to the team's spring lineup on Wednesday. The 28-year-old is officially considered day-to-day with a bruised knee. Santander had a career-high 33 […]

No Timetable For Seiya Suzuki

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (oblique) has been diagnosed with a moderate left oblique strain, according to the team. There is currently no timetable for his return to game action this spring. Suzuki has already pulled out of the 2023 World Baseball classic as a result, and he might not be ready for Opening Day, […]

Jacob deGrom To Throw Two More Bullpens

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (side) is expected to throw two more bullpen sessions before he makes his Cactus League debut. Catcher Mitch Garver, who caught deGrom's bullpen on Sunday, was impressed with the right-hander. "Very special fastball," Garver said. "It looks different than anybody I've ever caught before. Seeing […]

Tyler Glasnow Out 6-8 Weeks With Oblique Strain

Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow's (oblique) MRI exam showed a Grade 2 left oblique strain, and his timeline to return to game action is being set at six to eight weeks. The Rays previously said that Glasnow wouldn't be ready for the start of the 2023 season, and now we know exactly why. […]

Gavin Lux Diagnosed With Torn ACL

Los Angeles Dodgers promising young shortstop Gavin Lux (knee) suffered a torn ACL in the Cactus League game against the San Diego Padres on Monday, according to manager Dave Roberts. The unfortunate injury is expected to sideline Lux for the entire 2023 season. Reports had been circulating Tuesday morning that Lux was expected to miss […]

Joe Musgrove Fractures His Toe

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Joe Musgrove (toe) suffered a fractured big left toe in the weight room on Monday, according to the team. Manager Bob Melvin said it would be a "minimum of a couple weeks" before Musgrove can throw again, which will put Musgrove's Opening Day roster status in some serious doubt. The […]

Mike Trout Feels The Urgency In 2023

Los Angeles Angels superstar outfielder Mike Trout entered spring training feeling healthy, and he also senses the urgency for the organization with two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani set to become a free agent after the 2023 season. "This has got to be the year," Trout said. "It's got to be." Trout dealt with back issues last […]

Gavin Lux Carted Off The Field Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Gavin Lux (leg) had to be carted off the field on Monday during the team's Cactus League game against the San Diego Padres, and he wasn't putting any weight on his right leg. Lux went down near third base after hitting the base awkwardly as the Padres third baseman turned a […]

Anthony Santander Day-To-Day With Knee Contusion

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Anthony Santander (knee) left the Grapefruit League game early on Monday after he was hit in the left knee/shin area by a pitch in the sixth inning. Santander was able to get up and walk off the field under his own power, but he will not finish the game. He's officially being […]

Sean Desai Having Second Interview With Eagles

Seattle Seahawks associate head coach and defensive assistant Sean Desai is having his second interview with the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday for their vacant defensive coordinator position. Desai is a Vic Fangio disciple and is a finalist for the job in Philadelphia that was previously held by Jonathan Gannon, who is now the Arizona Cardinals' […]

Chargers Promote Derrick Ansley To Defensive Coordinator

The Los Angeles Chargers promoted Derrick Ansley to defensive coordinator on Monday. They also announced the hiring of Jeff Howard as linebackers coach, Robert Muschamp as defensive quality control coach, Doug Nussmeier as quarterbacks coach and Tom Donatell to passing-game coordinator/secondary coach. The Bolts needed a new defensive coordinator when Renaldo Hill left last week […]

Gus Bradley To Remain As Defensive Coordinator

Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Gus Bradley will remain in the position for new head coach Shane Steichen, according to sources. Bradley was expected to stick with the organization as other teams looked to fill their defensive coordinator positions. The Colts will keep some continuity on the defensive side of the ball heading into the 2023 […]

JL Skinner Suffers Torn Pectoral Muscle

Boise State safety JL Skinner (pectoral), who was projected as a Day 2 pick in this year's NFL draft, tore his pectoral muscle while training last Friday, according to a source. Skinner will still do interviews with teams at this week's scouting combine in Indianapolis, but obviously he won't be able to do any drills. […]

Commanders Release Carson Wentz

The Washington Commanders released quarterback Carson Wentz on Monday, which saves the team $26.17 million against the 2023 salary cap. After another disappointing year for Wentz in D.C. in 2022, he will be on the open market this offseason. The 30-year-old signal-caller completed only 62.3 percent of his passes for a career-low 1,755 yards, 11 […]

Miguel Vargas Won't Swing Monday

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Vargas (finger) will play in the Cactus League game on Monday against the San Diego Padres, but he won't be hitting. Manager Dave Roberts said over the weekend that Vargas has regained his grip strength and that he's been doing more work in the batting cages, but he's not ready […]

Aroldis Chapman Cracks Tooth During Fall

Kansas City Royals relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman (lip, tooth) fell at his house on Saturday night and cracked a tooth and split his lip open, which required stitches. He is still pretty swollen, but he'll attempt to play catch on Monday while throwing a bullpen session on Tuesday. Chapman said he's feeling OK and hopes […]

Eduardo Escobar Could Play Left Field Tuesday

New York Mets manager Buck Showalter said that third baseman Eduardo Escobar might play left field in a Grapefruit League game on Tuesday. The Mets are preparing Escobar in the outfield because Team Venezuela might use him in the outfield in this year's World Baseball Classic. The 34-year-old veteran is unlikely to see any time […]

Luis Gonzalez Expected To Miss 4-6 Weeks

San Francisco Giants outfielder Luis Gonzalez (back) is expected to miss four to six weeks due to a lower back strain, according to the club. It's a tough break for Gonzalez, who also dealt with back issues in 2022. With the 27-year-old having to rehab in the early portions of the 2023 season, there's a […]

Garrett Whitlock May Not Be Ready For Opening Day

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora admitted on Monday that right-hander Garrett Whitlock (hip) may not be ready for Opening Day. "He's throwing the ball well, he's moving well. Not yet doing PFPs. We're not concerned. We've got a plan. We'll see where we're at in the upcoming weeks. If he's ready for opening day […]

Nestor Cortes Nearing Spring Debut

New York Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes (hamstring) has resumed throwing from a mound, including against live competition on Feb. 23, and he has been running at around 90 percent intensity. Manager Aaron Boone said that Cortes will likely throw one more live batting practice session before making his Grapefruit League debut in camp. A Grade […]