Tyler Eifert On Schedule Following Back Surgery

Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert is moving at about half speed following offseason back surgery. He insists there have been no setbacks in his recovery, saying that he is "on schedule." Eifert only played in two games last year but has 18 combined touchdowns from 2015-2016. He is a low-end TE1 assuming he is […]

Panthers Unlikely To Re-Sign Derek Anderson

The Panthers are unlikely to re-sign quarterback Derek Anderson, as head coach Ron Rivera said the team's backup quarterback will likely come from the group already on roster. Anderson has spent the last seven years with Carolina, but it looks like they're moving on with Garrett Gilbert, Taylor Heinicke and rookie Kyle Allen.

Curtis Samuel Gets In Some Work Tuesday

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Curtis Samuel (ankle) saw limited work in organized team activities on Tuesday, and his rehab has gone very well to this point. "That was good to see. We increased some of his team reps early on and then shut him down. Hopefully tomorrow we can increase a little more or do […]

Christian McCaffrey Bulks Up

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey said he has added "about five pounds of good muscle" in the offseason. “My core strength, my upper body strength and my lower body,” McCaffrey continued, “I’m just trying to increase all those. Make sure I can break tackles in the second level and be able to turn those […]

Landon Collins Taking Part In Individual Drills

New York Giants defensive back Landon Collins (forearm) is taking part in individual drills at organized team activities on Tuesday. Collins is being eased back into workouts after having a second surgery on his forearm in April, but he should be ready to go in training camp, barring any setbacks. Having Collins healthy in the […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Close To Being Cleared

New York Giants head coach Pat Shurmur said wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (ankle) is "pretty close" to being cleared to participate in offseason workouts. OBJ has been around for organized team activities but has been limited, although he could be good to go for next month's minicamp. Beckham missed most of last year with […]

Whitney Mercilus Feeling Much Better

Houston Texans linebacker Whitney Mercilus (pectoral) took part in full organized team activities last week and has been feeling much better. “Feels good, feels like I never left,” Mercilus said on Texans TV. “Getting brushed up on a few things that we adjusted from last year but other than that, physically healthy. I feel like […]

Kareem Hunt Focused On Pass-Catching Skills

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt, who led the league in rushing yards as a rookie in 2017 and who amassed more yards from scrimmage in his professional debut than any player in NFL history, focused on improving his pass-catching skills last week in organized team activities. “I’m just working on my game all […]

Marcedes Lewis Signs with Green Bay

Veteran free-agent tight end Marcedes Lewis was signed by the Green Bay Packers. Lewis had spent the previous 12 years of his career with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was cut by Jacksonville this offseason after catching 24 passes for 318 yards and five touchdowns in 2017. This is the second tight end that Green Bay […]

Christian Kirk Signs Rookie Contract

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk has signed his rookie contract with the team. This is great news for all parties involved, as Kirk has already been practicing with the veterans during organized team activities. Kirk profiles to be a starting receiver alongside Larry Fitzgerald during the 2018 season, making him an interesting lottery ticket […]

Geronimo Allison Projects as Third Wide Receiver in Green Bay

Recent commentary by Rob Demovsky suggests that wide receiver Geronimo Allison is still projected to be third on the depth chart in Green Bay. Allison came into the league two years ago as an undrafted free agent. He has only had limited opportunities so far, but after fellow wide receiver Jordy Nelson was cut this […]

Derek Barnett Participated Fully in OTAs

Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Derek Barnett (hernia) was able to participate fully in organized team activities. He had a sports hernia operation after the Super Bowl but is fully recovered and had no issues participating fully in voluntary OTA practices. He was a first-round pick last year and is expected to play an even bigger […]

Darren Sproles Did Not Attend OTAs

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (knee) did not attend organized team activities last week. Sproles did work out at home instead but was not with the team for the voluntary week of practice. Sproles is 34 and coming off an ACL tear but is expected to play a large role in the Eagles backfield […]

Cowboys Plan to Extend Zack Martin Before the Season Starts

The Dallas Cowboys plan to sign guard Zack Martin to an extension before the season begins. Martin is in a contract year and is skipping organized team activities because he wants an extension. He's looking for a new contract that will pay him $13 million per year, which would make him the highest paid guard […]

Jordan Hicks Participates in Individual Drills

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks (Achilles) was able to participate in individual drills during organized team activities. Hicks tore his Achilles in October and was unable to do any work during team drills, but he was able to work on his own. After cutting Mychal Kendricks last week, the Eagles will need Hicks to be […]

Bears Still Value Dion Sims

Chicago Bears tight end Dion Sims still has value to the team's offense heading into 2018, according to head coach Matt Nagy. “The nice thing with Dion is that he’s a guy that’s proven to be a solid blocker,” Nagy said. “He can be in there and be your Y tight end, but yet he […]

Chris Carson, C.J. Prosise Look Improved

Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson looks quicker in offseason workouts and C.J. Prosise has transformed his body. However, there will be a lot of competition at the position with J.D. McKissic also in the fold after the team drafted rookie Rashaad Penny in the first round. Seattle thinks Penny could be a three-down back […]

Michael Gallup Pegged for 450 Yards and Four Scores

Jon Machota of the Dallas Morning News predicts that Dallas Cowboys rookie wide receiver Michael Gallup will gain 450 yards and score four touchdowns this season. The third-round pick could end up as the Cowboys top receiver, but Machota thinks that won't provide a huge receiving line in an offense that is sure to rely […]

Matt Jones in the Lead for the Fourth Running Back Spot

Philadelphia Eagles running back Matt Jones is reportedly in the lead for the fourth running back spot on the Eagles final roster. Jones was signed in early May and will compete with Donnel Pumphrey, Wendell Smallwood, and Josh Adams for the final spot on the running back depth chart. Barring injuries, Jay Ajayi, Corey Clement, […]

Chargers Could Look At Julius Thomas, Others

The Los Angeles Chargers could look to add free-agent tight end Julius Thomas in the wake of the season-ending injury to Hunter Henry (knee). Antonio Gates, Sean McGrath, Jeff Cumberland and John Phillips are all other options in free agency, too. Virgil Green, Sean Culkin, Braedon Bowman, Cole Hunt and Ben Johnson are the current […]

Teddy Bridgewater Generates Buzz At OTAs

New York Jets quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (knee) has generated buzz at organized team activities, who was one of the team's brighter spots last week at practices. It's great news, but his surgically-repaired knee won't truly be tested until his first preseason game. The possibility that the Jets could flip Bridgewater for a draft pick is […]

Josh Freeman Retires

Free-agent quarterback Josh Freeman officially announced his retirement from football. Freeman spent a little time with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League but hadn't played in a game in the NFL since 2015 with the Colts. Drafted 17th overall by the Buccaneers in 2009, Freeman's best season came with Tampa in 2012 when […]

Buccaneers Considering Adrian Peterson

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are considering free-agent Adrian Peterson this offseason. The Bucs drafted Ronald Jones last month and have Peyton Barber in the mix for lead-back duties, but Peterson could be a good fit for Tampa in a short-term veteran role. Peterson doesn't have much left in his legs, as he struggled for effectiveness […]

Jason Verrett Not Cleared For OTAs

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Jason Verrett (knee) hasn't been cleared for organized team activities as he works his way back from knee surgery. If healthy, Verrett will be one of the team's starting corners on the outside. Verrett has played in only five games the last two seasons due to injuries, but before that he […]

Landon Collins Could Be Cleared Soon

New York Giants strong safety Landon Collins (forearm) is still recovering from a second surgery on his fractured forearm and didn't take part in organized team activities, but he was able to run and is expected to be cleared in a few weeks. He said that he would like to take part in minicamp in […]

Derwin James Playing Strong Safety

Los Angeles Chargers rookie safety Derwin James, who was drafted in the first round and who can play strong or free safety, is primarily playing strong safety in organized team activities. The Bolts are taking it slow with James and plan to add more to his plate as the offseason moves along. James was an […]

Reuben Foster's Marijuana Charge Dismissed

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster's misdemeanor marijuana case has been dismissed. Things are looking up for Foster after he also had his domestic-violence case thrown out earlier in the week. However, he's still facing a misdemeanor weapon charge and could face a suspension from the league. The 24-year-old had a positive rookie season in […]

Raiders Impressed With Eddy Pineiro

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden has been impressed with undrafted rookie place kicker Eddy Pineiro in organized team activities. Pineiro hasn't missed a kick so far, and Gruden said that the rookie will have a battle with Giorgio Tavecchio in training camp for the starting job. Tavecchio is on the hot seat in Oakland […]

Jordan Howard Working To Improve Pass-Catching Abilities

Chicago Bears running backs coach Charles London said running back Jordan Howard made it a priority this offseason to improve on his pass catching. Howard is catching passes before, during and after practices. “We’re working on hand placement … just his focus and concentration, hand-eye coordination and things like that,” said London, who is Howard’s […]

Tremaine Edmunds Locked In At Middle Linebacker

Buffalo Bills linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, the team's first-round pick, is locked in at middle linebacker for his rookie season, and the Bills aren't putting kid gloves on him during offseason workouts. Edmunds didn't leave the field once during organized team activities on Thursday while working with the first-team defense. Second-year linebacker Matt Milano also never […]