Jamal Adams Expected To Return To Practice Next Week

Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams (knee) is expected to return to practice next week, according to head coach Pete Carroll. Adams injured his knee in Week 1 last season and is on the final stretch of his rehab as he looks to get back on the field for Seattle. Adams is "in the best shape […]

Nick Bosa Inks Record-Breaking Extension With 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers and pass-rusher Nick Bosa agreed to a five-year, $170 million contract extension on Wednesday, according to a source. The deal includes $122.5 million guaranteed, which will make him the highest-paid defensive player in the history of the NFL. Bosa is deserving of the massive contract extension as one of the best […]

Chandler Jones Unhappy With Team, Not Practicing Wednesday

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones will not practice on Wednesday after an outburst on social media on Tuesday ripping the organization. When asked if Jones would play in Week 1 against the division-rival Denver Broncos on Sunday, head coach Josh McDaniels said the team is taking Jones' situation "day to day." Jones complained […]

Von Miller Unsure If He'll Return By Week 5

Buffalo Bills outside linebacker Von Miller (knee) said his knee was cleared before the deadline to activate him from the PUP (Physically Unable To Perform) list. However, the team decided to keep him on the PUP list, meaning he'll be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season. According to […]

Nick Bosa's Week 1 Status In Doubt

San Francisco 49ers star pass-rusher Nick Bosa is not in the building for meetings with his teammates with the first practice week of the regular season upon us, according to sources, as his holdout continues. His status for Week 1 of the regular season against the Pittsburgh Steelers is now in doubt as he seeks […]

Shaquille Leonard Still In Concussion Protocol

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said that linebacker Shaquille Leonard remains in the league's concussion protocol but is progressing. It's good news that Leonard is progressing, but he's running out of time to get cleared in order to play in Week 1 of the regular season this Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Due to […]

Charges Dropped Against Patriots' Jack Jones

New England Patriots cornerback Jack Jones had all gun charges against him dropped by the Suffolk County District Attorney. He was arrested in mid-June at Boston's Logan Airport while allegedly carrying two firearms in his luggage. Jones will have to complete several hours of community service, and the situation is still subject to a review […]

Carl Nassib Announces Retirement From The NFL

Outside linebacker Carl Nassib, the first openly gay active player in NFL history, is retiring from the NFL at the age of 30. Nassib played in 99 regular season games for the Buccaneers, Browns, and Raiders. In 2023, he recorded 23 tackles and 3.5 sacks in Tampa Bay. In a post on social media, Nassib […]

Week 1 IDP Rankings for Fantasy Football - Positional Rankings for Linebacker, Defensive Line, Defensive Back

The NFL season starts in less than a week, which is an exciting time for most. However, the beginning of the year can be nerve-wracking if you rostered injured superstars like Cooper Kupp or Jonathan Taylor. IDP fans may have it even worse. Nick Bosa and Chris Jones managers don't just worry about whether their […]

IDP Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 1 - Fantasy Football Streamers and Free Agent Adds

Week 1 of the NFL season is here! Whether you had an unexpected injury on your defense after drafting early or focused on other positions at the expense of IDPs, you might need to make some lineup adjustments before the first kickoff at Arrowhead Stadium. You are in luck. I have compiled a list of […]

Brian Burns Continues Hold-In

Carolina Panthers linebacker Brian Burns declined to take part in another practice on Monday while he looks for a new contract entering the final year of his rookie deal in 2023. Burns hasn't explained why he's been sitting out, but head coach Frank Reich said it was a "business decision." "My view of Brian Burns […]

Denzel Ward Still Not Practicing

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (concussion) remains sidelined at practice on Monday. Ward has not seen the practice field since suffering a concussion in the team's second preseason game on Aug. 26. He still has time to get cleared before the team's Week 1 game this Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals, but until then, he […]

L'Jarius Sneed On Track To Play Thursday

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed (knee) is "good to go" for Thursday's season opener against the Detroit Lions, head coach Andy Reid told the media. Reid did add that they'll still evaluate Sneed on a day-by-day basis, but he's certainly trending in the right direction. The 26-year-old was fantastic last season, racking up 108 […]

Chris Jones Absent As Chiefs Prepare For Week 1

Kansas City Chiefs star defensive lineman Chris Jones (personal) did not report to practice on Sunday as his holdout persists, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Jones' continued absence is particularly noteworthy because, as Rapoport notes, with the Chiefs scheduled to play on Thursday night, missing practice today is equivalent to missing a Wednesday practice ahead […]

Chris Jones Not Looking To Be Highest-Paid Defensive Option

According to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones isn't looking to earn more than Aaron Donald, who is making north of $31 million per year with the Rams. It's been reported that the Chiefs have offered the veteran $74 million ($70 million guaranteed) over the next three years. However, […]

Nick Bosa May Not Get New Contract Before Opener

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the 49ers and defensive end Nick Bosa may not agree on a new contract before the team's Week 1 opener in Pittsburgh. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year has been a force to be reckoned with since entering the league in 2019, totaling 156 tackles and 43 sacks in […]

Brian Burns, Panthers Not Close On New Contract

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Panthers and linebacker Brian Burns are "not at all close" on an extension. The 28-year-old finished the 2022-23 campaign by logging 12.5 sacks, increasing his total to 38 since being a first-round draft pick in 2019. Luckily, Burns is expected to suit up this season despite coming off ankle […]

Aaron Donald A Trade Candidate?

ESPN's Dan Graziano writes that we shouldn't be surprised if Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald's name gets kicked around as the trade deadline gets closer. It's no surprise that the Rams are rebuilding, and they're carrying almost $75 million in dead money on their salary cap in 2023 as a result of big […]

Andy Reid Unsure If Chris Jones Will Report Before Season-Opener

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones did not report for training camp or any offseason activities as he awaits a contract extension from the organization. With the Chiefs set to take the field against the Detroit Lions in less than a week, head coach Andy Reid said he doesn't know if Jones will report […]

Jamal Adams Won't Suit Up In Week 1

Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams (quad) will not play in the Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams, according to head coach Pete Carroll. Adams suffered a torn quad on September 12 in the team's season-opener against the Denver Broncos. He was recently activated from the PUP (Physically Unable To Perform) list but evidently […]

Chiefs In Danger Of Getting Off To A Slow Start?

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has missed just seven games in his seven-year career. However, he hasn't shown up to training camp all summer due to a contract dispute. At this point, even if Jones signed a contract on Thursday, there's a good chance he wouldn't play in Week 1 or maybe even […]

Myles Garrett On Another Level Entering 2023 Season

ESPN's Dan Graziano is predicting that Cleveland Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett will win Defensive Player of the Year in 2023. Sources from Browns training camp have said that Garrett is on another level this summer. The 27-year-old pass-rusher has been demoralizing Cleveland's offensive line in practices. Jim Schwartz is the team's new defensive coordinator […]

Appeal Date Set For Jamin Davis

Washington Commanders linebacker Jamin Davis' reckless-driving case was moved to a jury trial on March 4 of next year. It means that Davis will not be suspended before the 2024 NFL season. The 24-year-old former first-round selection in 2021 out of Kentucky has underwhelmed so far in his first two NFL seasons, compiling 180 tackles […]

Chase Young Not Cleared For Contact

Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young (neck) still hasn't been cleared for contact after suffering a stinger in the preseason opener and is expected to meet with a doctor this week, according to multiple people briefed on the matter. Young is progressing nicely, but it's unknown if the 2020 Defensive Rookie of the Year will […]

Jalen Ramsey Starting Season On Injured Reserve

The Miami Dolphins placed cornerback Jalen Ramsey (knee) on Injured Reserve on Thursday, meaning he'll have to sit out the first four games of the 2023 regular season. Unlike running back Jeff Wilson Jr.'s (undisclosed) placement on IR on Thursday, the move for Ramsey isn't a surprise after he had surgery in late July to […]

Rashan Gary To Be On "Pitch Count" To Start The Year

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that linebacker Rashan Gary (knee) will be on a "pitch count" to start the 2023 regular season in his return from last November's ACL tear. LaFleur has raved about how Gary approached his rehab and his return, and it looks as though he'll be active in Week […]

Von Miller Could Be Back For Week 5 Contest

Buffalo Bills edge rusher Von Miller (knee) was placed on the PUP list to begin the season, despite reportedly making good progress in the preseason. Miller, who is working his way back from a torn ACL suffered last season, is eligible to return to the field in Week 5 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. General manager […]

Dolphins Cornerback Keion Crossen Done For Season

Miami Dolphins cornerback Keion Crossen (undisclosed) was placed on Injured Reserve and is out for the entire 2023 season. Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said Crossen suffered a "freak injury" on Tuesday. Since entering the NFL in 2018, Crossen has totaled 118 tackles, one sack, and one forced fumble with the New England Patriots, Houston […]

Cowboys Trade Kelvin Joseph For Noah Igbinoghene

The Dallas Cowboys have traded cornerback Kelvin Joseph for Miami Dolphins cornerback Noah Igbinoghene. Joseph was a second-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Kentucky, while Igbinoghene was taken by Miami in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Auburn. Both cornerbacks have underperformed for the teams who drafted them […]

Jourdan Lewis To Be Activated From PUP Ahead Of Regular Season

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (foot) is expected to be activated from the PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list and added to the team's 53-man roster ahead of the regular season. Lewis missed the entirety of training camp and preseason action after suffering a Lisfranc injury in late October of last season. Since joining the […]