Isaiah Simmons To Spend More Time In Secondary

After spending nearly half of his snaps last year as a defensive back, Arizona Cardinals safety Isaiah Simmons, the No. 8 overall pick in 2020, said that he'll be spending more time in 2023 in the secondary. Simmons played 48.6 percent of his snaps at cornerback and safety last year, but he also showed off […]

James Houston IV A Breakout Candidate In 2023

Detroit Lions outside linebacker James Houston IV could be in line for a huge breakout if he can see the field consistently. The 2022 sixth-round draft pick played his first game in Week 12, and he made 2.0 sacks on just five defensive snaps. He finished the season with 8.0 sacks in seven games. His […]

Chris Jones, Chiefs Continue To Work On New Deal

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones wasn't at mandatory minicamp as he searches for a new deal. However, general manager Brett Veach said he feels "good" about contract talks, indicating that both sides have had "great communication." The 28-year-old is coming off a monster year, tying a career-high 15.5 sacks. Assuming things are resolved […]

Denzel Perryman Feeling Good

Houston Texans linebacker Denzel Perryman (shoulder) reported he feels "amazing" after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum. Perryman, who inked a one-year deal with Houston this offseason, appeared in only 12 games last season, totaling 83 tackles, a significant decline from the 2021-22 campaign. It's no secret that the 30-year-old has battled injuries over […]

Jamin Davis Likely To Return For Training Camp

Washington Commanders linebacker Jamin Davis (knee) sat out the offseason program following a knee procedure after rest and rehab weren't enough to offset his discomfort. There is no timetable for his return to practice, but the 2021 first-rounder will likely be back for training camp at the end of July. Davis ended last season on […]

Commanders Unlikely To Trade Chase Young

The Washington Commanders declined defensive end Chase Young's fifth-year option for $17.5 million this offseason. Young looked the part of a second overall pick in his 2020 rookie season (7.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, four forced fumbles), but he's had 1.5 sacks in 12 games since due to injuries. The Commanders could consider him […]

Chris Jones Not At Mandatory Minicamp

Kansas City Chiefs four-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones wasn't at the team's mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. The Chiefs remain open to signing Jones to a long-term contract extension this summer, but he'll remain away from the team for now. The 28-year-old pass-rusher is looking to be paid accordingly after putting up career-highs in […]

Devin White Present At Mandatory Minicamp

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White was present at mandatory minicamp on Tuesday after requesting a trade this offseason, but he didn't take part in practice on the field. Head coach Todd Bowles said White will not practice this week because the team wants to see where he's at physically, but the linebacker will be […]

Donte Jackson, Vonn Bell Not Practicing

Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson (Achilles), safety Vonn Bell (hamstring) and offensive guard Chandler Zavala (pectoral) all missed Tuesday's minicamp practice due to injuries. Jackson and Zavala should be ready to go for training camp at the end of July, according to head coach Frank Reich. Jackson tore his Achilles in Week 10 last year […]

Leonard Williams A Possible Cut Candidate

The New York Giants are in a tight salary cap situation, and defensive tackle Leonard Williams could be a candidate to be cut before the season starts. Williams, who is entering his ninth season, made 11.5 sacks in 2020, his first full season with the Giants. He is scheduled to make $18 million this year, […]

Lawrence Guy Holding Out Of Patriots Minicamp

New England Patriots defensive tackle Lawrence Guy was not present for Monday's start to minicamp, and his absence is related to his contract negotiations. Guy is set to enter his seventh year with the team after stops in Green Bay, Indianapolis, San Diego, and Baltimore. The 33-year-old was named to the Patriots All-2010's team and […]

Danielle Hunter Plans To Skip Mandatory Minicamp

Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Danielle Hunter is planning to hold out of the team's mandatory minicamp as he seeks a new contract. The 28-year-old posted 10.5 sacks last season, earning his third trip to the Pro Bowl in eight seasons with the Vikings. Minnesota has received trade calls for Hunter, but it's unclear whether the […]

Budda Baker Expected To Report For Minicamp

Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker, who asked for a trade in April, is expected to report for the team's mandatory minicamp, which would be his first time on the field this offseason. It will also be Baker's first time working in head coach Jonathan Gannon's and defensive coordinator Nick Rallis' scheme on the field. It's […]

Nick Scott "98 Percent" Healed From Injuries

Cincinnati Bengals safety Nick Scott (bicep, shoulder) is nearly fully healthy. The 27-year-old inked a three-year, $12 million contract with the Bengals during the offseason after spending his entire career with the Rams. During his stint in LA, he totaled 158 tackles and four sacks. Unfortunately, he landed on injured reserve to end his final […]

Cowboys Part Ways With Takk McKinley

The Cowboys announced the release of defensive end Takk McKinley on Friday. The 27-year-old was selected in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft by Atlanta, where he played most of his career and totaled 19.5 sacks. He then spent time with the Brown and Rams before landing on Dallas' practice squad in November […]

J.C. Jackson Doing Individual Drills

Los Angeles Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson (knee) was spotted doing individual drills at practice on Friday. The 27-year-old signed a five-year, $82.5 million contract in March of 2022 after spending his first four seasons in New England. Unfortunately, his first year in LA abruptly ended after he tore his patellar tendon in Week 7. Although […]

Teams Interested In Trading For Danielle Hunter

The Minnesota Vikings are receiving real trade interest centered around star pass-rusher Danielle Hunter, according to sources. Hunter has made the Pro Bowl in three of the last four seasons and finished last year with 65 tackles (46 solo), 10.5 sacks, 12 tackles for loss, 22 QB hits and a forced fumble in 17 regular […]

Quinnen Williams Could Be Extended Before Training Camp

New York Jets defensive tackle Quinnen Williams is eligible for a contract extension this offseason and head coach Robert Saleh believes he'll be extended before training camp begins. "I speak for everyone -- I probably speak for Quinnen -- in that we all want (to) get (it) done sooner rather than later," Saleh said. "I'll […]

Damar Hamlin A Full Participant In Tuesday's OTAs

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (heart) was a full participant in organized team activities on Tuesday, which is an incredible development after his scary injury last season in Week 17 on Monday Night Football against the Cincinnati Bengals. Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest, causing him to spend a week in the hospital and miss the remainder […]

Chase Young "Absolutely" Remains A Starter

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said that defensive end Chase Young (knee) "absolutely" remains a starter heading into the 2023 season. Rivera is also confident that Young's knee is healthy, but "the proof will be in the pudding." The Commanders decided to decline the 24-year-old pass-rusher's fifth-year option after he was limited to just […]

Cowboys Negotiating With Trevon Diggs On Extension

The Dallas Cowboys are negotiating with star cornerback Trevon Diggs, who is in the last year of his rookie deal, on an extension that could be close to $20 million a year. Diggs will make $4.3 million this year. He ranks as a top-10 cornerback, according to PFF, and he has many years ahead of […]

Ed Oliver Agrees To Four-Year Deal With Buffalo

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, defensive tackle Ed Oliver agreed to a four-year, $68 million ($45 million guaranteed) extension with the Bills. The 2019 No. 9 overall pick totaled 151 tackles (96 solo), 14.5 sacks, 11 passes defensed, and four forced fumbles in his first four seasons as a professional (62 games). He would […]

Micah Parsons Looking To Become More Complete Player

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons is looking to become more versatile and more of a complete player that can make an impact all over the field in 2023. The 24-year-old former 12th overall pick in 2021 has been a Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro in each of his first two NFL seasons while racking up […]

No Timetables For Jamal Adams, Jordyn Brooks

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said again on Thursday that there remains no firm timetable on the returns of safety Jamal Adams (quadriceps) and linebacker Jordyn Brooks (knee), and that they won't have a timetable for six to eight weeks or so. Still, both players are doing well in their rehab and have their […]

Kyler Gordon To Be Slot Corner In 2023

As a rookie in 2022 after being the team's top draft pick, Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon was asked to play both outside and inside cornerback. This year, the plan is for Gordon to be their slot corner. "He's a good blitzer because he's physical, understands the timing, understands how to beat a block," cornerbacks […]

Tracy Walker Limited At OTAs

Detroit Lions safety Tracy Walker (Achilles) was at the team's organized team activities last week, albeit in a limited fashion after tearing his Achilles in Week 3 of last year against the Minnesota Vikings. Getting Walker back will be a big boost to the Lions defense in 2023 after he was Detroit's leading tackler in […]

Quinnen Williams, Jets May Be Nearing A Deal

According to Brian Costello and Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post, there's "still confidence" the Jets and defensive lineman Quinnen Williams will get a deal done, possibly by "mid-June." The 25-year-old is coming off a fantastic season, totaling 55 tackles and two forced fumbles. He also had a career-high 12 sacks and made the […]

Budda Baker Will Be At Training Camp

During an interview with Cameron Cox of 12News, Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker stated he would attend training camp. "Oh yeah, of course, I'll be there when it's time to be there," said Baker. "I'll be there smiling and (be) the same regular guy that I am." The All-Pro finished last season with 111 total […]

Bucs Expect Devin White At Minicamp

According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, the Bucs expect linebacker Devin White to attend mandatory minicamp in June. The 25-year-old wasn't at voluntary OTAs. Yet, several players weren't there, so nobody was too concerned. The 2019 No. 9 overall pick has appeared in 62 games for Tampa during his career, amassing 483 […]

Shaquille Leonard Remains Without A Timetable

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard (back) does not have a timetable to return to practice, according to head coach Shane Steichen. Leonard missed most of last season after undergoing back surgery before camp. He underwent a second surgery in November to address the same problem. The three-time All-Pro linebacker is a superstar when healthy, but […]