Matt Corral Away For Personal Reasons

Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Matt Corral left the team on Wednesday due to a tragedy in the family, according to head coach Matt Rhule. Rhule told Corral to take all the time he needed away from organized team activities. The Panthers have liked what they've seen early on from Corral during offseason workouts. The 23-year-old […]

Alex Mack Restructures His Contract

San Francisco 49ers center Alex Mack agreed to a restructured contract on Thursday. His base salary will drop from $5 million to $1.12 million this year and $3.35 million to $1.165 million next year, giving the team over $4 million in salary cap space for now. Mack has been considering retirement and may not play […]

Travis Etienne Jr. Looking Like His Old Self

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. (foot), who missed all of his rookie season due to a Lisfranc injury in the preseason, has been cleared for full practice repetitions at organized team activities and has looked like his old self from an explosiveness standpoint. His ability to make quick cuts and breaks stood out […]

Trevor Lawrence Showing Improvement

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year quarterback Trevor Lawrence has shown improvement at organized team activities compared to where he was at last year heading into his rookie season. Lawrence showed his elite arm strength in his rookie season, but he now looks more decisive and sure of himself when it comes to delivering the ball, especially in […]

49ers Offensive Coaching Overhaul Could Make For A Slow Start

The San Francisco 49ers have had one of the most under-the-radar coaching overhauls this offseason. While head coaching changes tend to get the most attention, the 49ers saw the departure of seven assistant coaches, a group headlined by former offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, who is now the Miami Dolphins head coach. As a result, the […]

Alec Pierce The Front-Runner To Be WR2 In Indianapolis

Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Alec Pierce appears to be in the lead for the second starting receiver role opposite Michael Pittman Jr. heading into training camp. Kevin Hickey of Colts Wire stated, "The No. 52 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft should be competing for a starting role right away. In fact, the […]

Matt Ryan Continues To Receive Praise From Teammates

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan has been consistently receiving praise from coaches and teammates since the team began offseason workouts. Tight end Mo Alie-Cox stated, "With Matt, the ball is out. You come out of your break and you better be ready — cuz it's not a slow, turn your head (and wait) ... like […]

49ers GM Says Deebo Samuel Will Remain With Team

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch was asked about wide receiver Deebo Samuel's status during Wednesday night's "Dwight Clark Legacy Series" event. Lynch replied, "We haven't traded him, and I'd be a fool to trade him, so yes, Deebo will be part of the 49ers this season." While this certainly doesn't guarantee anything and […]

Robert Woods Already Participating In OTAs

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Robert Woods (knee) has looked good in individual drills, according to Titans reporter Jim Wyatt. He has participated at less than full speed, but the fact that he is even out there is extremely encouraging, considering he tore his ACL midway through last season. Woods' recovery has significant ramifications for the […]

Austin Hooper A Popular Target In OTAs

Tennessee Titans tight end Austin Hooper has been getting targeted frequently by quarterback Ryan Tannehill in OTAs. Titans Reporter Jim Wyatt reported, "Hooper continues to be a popular target for Tannehill in these practices, and he's been consistent catching the football. His best catch on Wednesday was a running grab on the sideline on a […]

Seattle Interested In Cam Newton?

Free-agent quarterback Cam Newton remains in talks with the Panthers, with Carolina reportedly "keeping the door open" regarding a potential return. However, that may not be the only team interested in the veteran's services, as the Seahawks are reportedly also entertaining the idea of signing the signal-caller. While Geno Smith and Drew Lock are anticipated […]

Aaron Donald Talks Moving In A Positive Direction

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is still seeking a bump in pay. But he also hasn't ruled out retirement. However, contract talks "are trending in the right direction," according to head coach Sean McVay. The 31-year-old is coming off another fantastic season, finishing the 2021-22 campaign with 84 total tackles, 12.5 sacks, and […]

Andre Smith Suspended For Six Games

Buffalo Bills linebacker Andre Smith has been suspended for the first six games of the season by the NFL for a violation of the performance-enhancing drug policy. Smith played in 15 games in his second year in Buffalo in 2021, finishing with only 10 tackles (four solo) and a fumble recovery while only playing on […]

Cameron Batson Signs With Falcons

Former Tennessee Titans wide receiver Cameron Batson (knee), who tore his ACL last fall and has been cleared just seven months after having surgery, signed an undisclosed deal with the Atlanta Falcons on Wednesday, according to a source. Batson played in just four games for the Titans last year, bringing in two of his five […]

Stephon Tuitt Retires

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Stephon Tuitt, who is only 29 years old, announced on Wednesday that he is retiring. Tuitt missed all of last season due to personal reasons after his brother was killed by a car during organized team activities last year. He played in only six games in 2019 due to injury, but […]

Travis Etienne Jr. Wants To Be Deebo-Like Weapon

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne, who missed all of his rookie season with a Lisfranc injury, pretty much only caught passes in the team's two-hour practice at organized team activities on Tuesday. "Football is all about matchups so I mean if I could be like Deebo Samuel, I would love that. Honestly, the game […]

Kyler Murray Back At Team's Facility

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is back at the team's training facility and is expected to be on the practice field for the first time during their offseason program when organized team activities resume on Wednesday, according to a league source. Murray has stayed away from the team during the offseason as he seeks a […]

Tytus Howard Will Play Tackle

Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith said that offensive tackle Tytus Howard will play tackle again for the team in 2022. Rookie Kenyon Green, the No. 15 overall pick in the draft, will start at left guard. It was likely that Howard was set for a tackle spot when the team picked up his fifth-year […]

Lions Claim John Cominsky Off Waivers

The Detroit Lions claimed defensive lineman John Cominsky off waivers from the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday, according to a league source. Cominsky was expected to have an expanded role in his fourth NFL season in 2022, but the Falcons decided to cut him last week instead. The 26-year-old could find playing time tougher to come […]

Will Fuller Not On Browns Radar

Former Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller is not currently on the Cleveland Browns radar, even though a source said he'd love to come play with quarterback Deshaun Watson again. Second-year wideout Anthony Schwartz still has plenty to prove, but he has similar speed and skills, and the Browns are hoping he can fulfill some […]

Khalil Shakir Injured At OTAs

Buffalo Bills rookie wide receiver Khalil Shakir didn't take part in Tuesday's organized team activities due to an undisclosed injury. He had the back of one of his legs taped as he worked on the side with the strength and conditioning staff. If it's a soft-tissue injury, there's the risk that Shakir will lose out […]

Isaiah McKenzie's Speed Stands Out

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie showed excellent speed in and out of his breaks during organized team activities on Tuesday. He was precise with his route-running, and his quickness stood out from the rest of the receivers. That type of speed and deceptiveness will make him a nuisance against one-on-one defending. Meanwhile, second-year pass-catcher […]

James Cook Looks Impressive As Pass-Catcher

Buffalo Bills rookie running back James Cook looked smooth while catching the ball during organized team activities on Tuesday. Cook's hands looked steady while some players struggled to catch passes throughout the day due to the wind. His pass-catching ability is what drew the Bills to select him in the second round to begin with, […]

Seahawks Agree With First-Rounder Charles Cross

The Seattle Seahawks and first-round offensive tackle Charles Cross agreed on a four-year, fully guaranteed $21.384 million deal on Wednesday. Cross becomes the highest-ever player drafted without an agent. His deal includes a signing bonus of $12.73 million and a fifth-year option. Because he played in an Air Raid system at Mississippi State in college, […]

Brian Flores Boosting Steelers Defense At OTAs

Pittsburgh Steelers senior defensive assistant and linebackers coach Brian Flores appears to be making an immediate impact at OTAs. "He's a bulldog," strong safety Terrell Edmunds said. "You can tell by just the way he talks that he has a military mentality and wants everything to be on point and not letting anybody slack off. […]

Ja'Marr Chase Locked In And Ready To Be Even Better

Cincinnati Bengals all-world wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase has big expectations for himself heading into Year 2. The 2021 Rookie of the Year had 1,455 receiving yards, the most from a rookie in the Super Bowl era. He also had 81 catches on 128 targets with 13 touchdowns. Chase is looking to deliver a comparable progression […]

Christian Watson Could Be A Project

Green Bay Packers rookie wide receiver and second-round pick Christian Watson could take some time to make an impact. Widely considered to be a freakish athlete but raw on talent, The Packers Wire reporter Zack Kruse hinted that Watson was not necessarily a selection to help capitalize on quarterback Aaron Rodgers' championship window. "The Packers […]

Mitchell Trubisky Getting First-Team Reps In OTAs

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitchell Trubisky has been taking first-team reps in OTAs ahead of veteran Mason Rudolph and No. 20 overall pick Kenny Pickett. This isn't terribly surprising, considering Pickett is a rookie and Rudolph is an even bigger longshot to win the job, but it is still worth noting as Pittsburgh has one of […]

Jerry Jeudy, K.J. Hamler Return To Practice

Denver Broncos wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and K.J. Hamler returned to practice on Tuesday. The 22-year-old Hamler tore his ACL last September and was sidelined during OTAs last week, but his presence this early in offseason activities is highly encouraging even if on a limited basis. The 23-year-old Jeudy returns immediately after two misdemeanor charges […]

Sammy Watkins Still Not At OTAs

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Sammy Watkins has not yet participated in the team's offseason workouts. When asked if he was missing much with the absence of starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers, head coach Matt Lafleur replied, "I'm not comfortable with anybody not being here. I'd like them all to be here. Next week is mandatory […]