BAL BUF CIN CLE DEN HOU IND JAX KC LAC LV MIA NE NYJ PIT TEN
ARI ATL CAR CHI DAL DET GB LAR MIN NO NYG PHI SEA SF TB WAS
QB RB WR TE PK | All Non-IDP | DT DE DL ILB OLB LB CB S DB | Footballguys View | All the news | FBG News Blogger Archive
Falcons | Atlanta attempted to trade up for Laiatu Latu Fri Apr 26, 02:54 PM
UCLA DE Laiatu Latu was reportedly a consideration for the Atlanta Falcons with the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft before the team settled on University of Washington QB Michael Penix Jr., according to Steve Wyche of NFL Network. Per Wyche, the Falcons tried to trade back into the first round in an attempt to draft Latu, who was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the 15th pick.
Link to story
Rams | Matthew Stafford seeking contract revision Fri Apr 26, 10:30 AM
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is seeking a contract revision that would allot him more guaranteed money past the 2024 season.
| Footballguys view: We'll see if the Rams oblige. Once thought to be on the verge of retirement, Stafford has another chapter left. In 2025, Stafford is on the books for $50.5 million with $47 million remaining in dead money. There's an out in his contract after that season, and we'll see where his health is at and if the Rams have other ideas. |
Matthew Stafford player page
Falcons | Kirk Cousins confused by selection of Michael Penix Fri Apr 26, 12:55 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins was said to be frustrated and confused by the team's selection of QB Michael Penix Jr, according to Cousins' agent, who noted that the team did not utilize its first-round pick to improve the club for 2024.
| Footballguys view: Not to sound cold, but he'll be alright. Football isn't forever, and the Falcons need to make plans for the future. Cousins is coming off an Achilles' injury and if he gets banged up again, the team wants to be ready with a good backup. Penix was arguably the best pure passer in the class, and he could start - and star - as soon as the team needs him. |
Kirk Cousins player page
Broncos | Bo Nix joining Broncos Thu Apr 25, 09:35 PM
Oregon QB Bo Nix was selected by the Denver Broncos with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story
Vikings | J.J. McCarthy selected by Vikings Thu Apr 25, 09:23 PM
Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy was selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 10th overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story
Chargers | Bolts declined Justin Herbert trade inquiries Thu Apr 25, 09:06 PM
Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert was pursued by the New England Patriots and Minnesota Vikings ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, but trade attempts were met with 'a flat no,' league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Link to storyJustin Herbert player page
Falcons | Michael Penix joining Falcons Thu Apr 25, 09:04 PM
Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. was selected by the Atlanta Falcons with the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story
Patriots | New England drafts Drake Maye Thu Apr 25, 08:35 PM
North Carolina QB Drake Maye was selected by the New England Patriots with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story
Commanders | Jayden Daniels drafted by WAS Thu Apr 25, 08:21 PM
Louisiana State QB Jayden Daniels has been selected by the Washington Commanders with the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story
Bears | Chicago selects Caleb Williams first overall Thu Apr 25, 08:00 PM
Southern California QB Caleb Williams was selected by the Chicago Bears with the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Patriots | New England expected to keep pick Thu Apr 25, 07:03 PM
The New England Patriots are likely to keep the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft after receiving trade interest from other teams, and North Carolina QB Drake Maye appears to be the leading candidate for the selection.
Link to story
Giants | Giants moving up for QB? Thu Apr 25, 12:41 PM
The New York Giants are trying to trade up to the No. 3 overall pick with a belief they will select North Carolina QB Drake Maye in the 2024 NFL draft, according to sources Thursday, April 25.
Link to story Patriots | Drake Maye the choice for Pats? Thu Apr 25, 12:09 PM
The New England Patriots are prepared to take North Carolina QB Drake Maye at No. 3 overall in the NFL draft unless they receive a substantial offer from another team, likely the New York Giants or Minnesota Vikings, according to sources Thursday, April 25.
Link to story Giants | J.J. McCarthy to Giants? Thu Apr 25, 08:59 AM
Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy said he has spent the most time with the New York Giants, and if he had to guess, they would be the team that drafts him.
| Footballguys view: The Giants have the no.6 overall pick, but there's a chance McCarthy is off the board before that. We've heard they have done the most work on Oregon QB Bo Nix, and he's likely to be available later in the first round. We'll see tonight if the Giants go quarterback or if they go with a player like LSU WR Malik Nabors. |
Broncos | DEN interested in J.J. McCarthy Wed Apr 24, 11:05 AM
Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy has significant interest from the Denver Broncos, according to Hall of Fame QB Peyton Manning.
Link to story
Steelers | Justin Fields' option unlikely to be picked up Wed Apr 24, 09:06 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Justin Fields is unlikely to have his fifth-year option exercised, according to league sources. He would become a free agent after the 2024 season.
Link to storyJustin Fields player page
Broncos | Denver intrigued by .J.J. McCarthy Wed Apr 24, 02:36 AM
University of Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy reportedly would 'love to come' to the Denver Broncos and the team is also reportedly 'very interested' in him, according to former quarterback Peyton Manning on Denver Sports on Tuesday, April 23.'I know Denver is very interested in him and it sounded like a place he'd love to come to but it's a little bit out of his control,' Manning said.
Link to story Falcons | Matt Ryan placed on retired list Tue Apr 23, 06:38 PM
Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan was placed on the reserve/retired list on Tuesday, April 23.
Link to storyMatt Ryan player page
Bengals | Logan Woodside signs with Bengals Tue Apr 23, 06:11 PM
Free-agent QB Logan Woodside (Falcons) signed a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday, April 23. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Link to story Bengals | Jake Browning signs two-year extension Tue Apr 23, 10:46 AM
Cincinnati Bengals exclusive-rights free-agent QB Jake Browning signed a two-year extension Tuesday, April 23. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Browning had never played an NFL game before last season and spent the majority of his career on the practice squad. He was a revelation replacing an injured Joe Burrow, throwing for 1,936 yards, 12 touchdowns, and seven interceptions while completing 70.4 percent of his passes. Browning also rushed for 127 yards and another three touchdowns. |
Jake Browning player page
Steelers | Pittsburgh could take QB in draft Mon Apr 22, 06:29 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Russell Wilson, QB Justin Fields and QB Kyle Allen were added to the roster this offseason, but general manager Omar Khan is not ruling out selecting a quarterback at some point after the first round of 2024 NFL Draft since all three of the new quarterbacks are on one-year contracts.
Link to storyRussell Wilson player page
Kyle Allen player page
Justin Fields player page
Jets | Zach Wilson traded to Denver Mon Apr 22, 02:32 PM
New York Jets QB Zach Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos for a 2024 sixth-round pick in the NFL draft, according to sources Monday, April 22. The Jets also are sending a 2024 seventh-round pick along with Wilson and are expected to pay some of his $5.5 million salary.
| Footballguys view: Wilson now finds himself on a team seeking options under center following their split with Russell Wilson. As NFL.com notes, because of that divorce, Denver doesn't have the budget to spend on a confirmed starter at quarterback, leading the Broncos to take a flier on adding Zach Wilson to a quarterbacks room that includes Jarrett Stidham and Ben DiNucci. They'll likely add another in this week's NFL Draft. |
Zach Wilson player page
Broncos | Denver acquires Zach Wilson Mon Apr 22, 02:28 PM
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos, according to sources Monday, April 22. Denver is expected to send a 2024 sixth-round pick to the Jets in exchange for Wilson and a 2024 seventh-round pick. The Jets are expected to pay for some of Wilson's $5.5 million salary.
Link to storyZach Wilson player page
NFL | Matt Ryan officially retires Mon Apr 22, 02:01 PM
Free-agent QB Matt Ryan (Colts) officially retired from the NFL on Monday, April 22.
Link to storyMatt Ryan player page
Patriots | Pats 'prepared' to take QB Sun Apr 21, 04:35 AM
The New England Patriots 'are prepared' to take a quarterback at No. 3 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft and are 'high' on both LSU QB Jayden Daniels and North Carolina QB Drake Maye, per source on Saturday, April 20.
| Footballguys view: The Patriots are in a unique position. They need a franchise quarterback, but they have a couple of teams (Vikings, Broncos) who could be hot and heavy for that no3 overall pick. They could move back in the first round, collect a haul for the top-3 pick, and set themselves up for the future. With the draft getting closer, the Patriots are certainly putting out the message they will be taking a quarterback. |
NFL | Jayden Daniels eyeing Raiders, Vikings Sun Apr 21, 02:31 AM
Updating a previous report, LSU QB Jayden Daniels has 'real' interest in the Las Vegas Raiders and is 'intrigued' by the Minnesota Vikings, per sources on Saturday, April 20.
| Footballguys view: Daniels may not want to play for the Commanders, even though their GM Adam Peters may love his skill set. If Daniels forces a trade, the Vikings or Raiders could move up to no.2 overall - for a huge price. We'll see if the Commanders take Daniels and then trade him, or if they start looking elsewhere. |
Cowboys | Dak Prescott says no extension talks yet Fri Apr 19, 07:32 PM
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott said he has not started contract extension talks with the Cowboys at this point but has talked to owner/general manager Jerry Jones about his contract situation.
Link to storyDak Prescott player page
NFL | Jayden Daniels eyeing non-Washington teams? Fri Apr 19, 03:23 PM
Louisiana State University QB Jayden Daniels 'has an interest in being other places' than with the Washington Commanders, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter during his appearance on the Pat McAfee Show on Friday, April 19.
Link to story
Seahawks | Seattle giving Kory Curtis a look Fri Apr 19, 01:11 PM
Free-agent QB Kory Curtis stated on social media on Friday, April 19, that he will participate in rookie minicamp with the Seattle Seahawks.
Link to story Jets | Zach Wilson skips workouts Fri Apr 19, 12:19 PM
New York Jets QB Zach Wilson is not in attendance for the team's voluntary offseason workouts, according to sources Friday, April 19.
Link to storyZach Wilson player page
Commanders | Washington likely staying put at No. 2 Thu Apr 18, 02:38 PM
Louisiana State University QB Jayden Daniels and University of North Carolina QB Drake Maye appear to be the favorites to go No. 2 overall to the Washington Commanders. According to general manager Adam Peters, the Commanders 'feel great staying at No. 2' and 'do not see a whole lot of scenarios (that interest them) trading down.'
Link to story Broncos | Denver considering big-time move in draft? Thu Apr 18, 01:50 PM
University of Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy is reportedly a player who meets Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton's general requirements for a starting quarterback - outstanding intelligence and the ability to get rid of the ball quickly. According to Sportskeeda's Tony Pauline, there is talk that Payton is ready to give up 'a king's ransom' to acquire McCarthy, Louisiana State University's Jayden Daniels or University of North Carolina QB Drake Maye, with McCarthy being the most realistic option. Furthermore, there is a possibility Payton will be willing to include CB Patrick Surtain II to move up in the draft. Pauline also notes that Denver would consider trading down and taking University of Oregon QB Bo Nix if it cannot move up.
Link to story Vikings | Jayden Daniels meeting with Minnesota Thu Apr 18, 12:24 PM
LSU QB Jayden Daniels will meet with the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday, April 18.
Link to story
Packers | Gavin Hardison visiting Wed Apr 17, 03:26 PM
Texas-El Paso QB Gavin Hardison is having an official visit with the Green Bay Packers Wednesday, April 17.
Link to story
Raiders | Raiders met with Spencer Rattler Wed Apr 17, 01:06 PM
South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler met with the Las Vegas Raiders the night before his pro day, Bleacher Report's Jordan Schultz reported on Wednesday, April 17.
Link to story Giants | Spencer Rattler to meet with NYG Wed Apr 17, 10:43 AM
South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler is expected to meet with the New York Giants this week.
| Footballguys view: Rattler is an interesting mid-round pick, and some think he could sneak his way into the second round. The Giants are looking for a quarterback, but they may not select one in the first round. If they wait, Rattler could be an option for them. He's going to take time to be ready (if he ever develops), but Rattler can command a huddle and make all the throws. He does get careless with the football, and none of his physical traits are overwhelming. |
Giants | Bo Nix to visit Giants Wed Apr 17, 10:41 AM
Oregon QB Bo Nix will meet with the New York Giants this week.
| Footballguys view: If the Giants move back from no.6 overall, then Nix becomes an option for them in the first round. Some think Nix even falls to the second round. Nix threw a bunch of micro-passes in college (at or behind the line of scrimmage), but he is aggressive when under pressure (8.9 YPA under duress). He's not a fit for every team, but Nix is super smart and accurate. That's a good start for a guy with a high floor but perhaps a low ceiling. |
Lions | Contract talks start with Jared Goff Tue Apr 16, 06:32 PM
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff said he has started contract extension talks with the Lions but would not say how advanced the talks are at this time.
| Footballguys view: The Lions invested a third-round pick last year in quarterback Hendon Hooker. It's not clear if they view Hooker as a replacement for Goff or if the youngster is more of a fallback plan should they fail to get a new deal done with the veteran. However it plays out, as Profootblltalk.com suggests, the Lions have found a quarterback who has taken them to the brink of the Super Bowl. He's still only 29. They surely want to keep him. Fantasy managers, who can land Goff at high-end QB2 prices, will have a viable play with a strong supporting cast in a high-powered offense -- one capable of delivering QB1 numbers on any given Sunday. |
Jared Goff player page
49ers | Brock Purdy open to running more Tue Apr 16, 05:59 PM
San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy said he would be open for the team to add more designed runs for him as well as some zone read plays in the playbook.
| Footballguys view: Purdy set a franchise record with 4,280 passing yards last season. He rushed for only 144 yards with two touchdowns on 39 carries. But Purdy, who ran for only 13 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries as a rookie, rushed for 48 yards on five carries in the comeback victory over the Lions in the NFC Championship Game. It was the second most of his career behind 57 yards on six carries against the Bengals during the 2023 regular season. Even though Purdy seems plenty capable, Kyle Shanahan will always be more interested in the passing numbers. So, fantasy managers hoping Purdy gains significant value as a runner are probably going to be disappointed in that aspect. |
Falcons | Atlanta meets with Spencer Rattler Tue Apr 16, 05:13 PM
South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler recently had an official visit with the Atlanta Falcons, according to a source.
Link to story
Jaguars | Trevor Lawrence finally feeling right Tue Apr 16, 04:32 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence (shoulder) told reporters on Tuesday, April 16, that he did not feel fully healthy until March. Lawrence battled several injuries during the 2023 season.
| Footballguys view: Through three seasons, Lawrence has missed just one of a potential 51 starts. His lone missed game came last year, when he dealt with multiple ailments throughout a trying 9-8 season in which the Jags failed to defend their AFC South crown, fell short of the playoffs, and collapsed to the tune of losing five of their last six games. Lawrence was a disappointment from a fantasy perspective. He threw for 4,016 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions in 2023, setting himself up for a possible rebound season. Lawrence finished as QB6 in 2022; it's not a stretch to believe he'll improve on last year's QB12 finish. |
Trevor Lawrence player page
Browns | Deshaun Watson happy with recovery Tue Apr 16, 03:37 PM
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) told reporters he is 'throwing full speed' and intends to participate at some level during organized team activities, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: The Browns are implementing a revamped offensive scheme with new coordinator Ken Dorsey, but head coach Kevin Stefnski noted that's not going to affect how they approach Watson's rehab. We'll continue to watch for more, but all of us -- the Browns and fantasy managers -- need Watson to be on point. In six games last season, he completed 61 percent of his passes for 1,115 yards with seven touchdowns and four interceptions. He also rushed for 142 yards with a TD. |
Deshaun Watson player page
Commanders | Washington hosting four rookie QBs Tue Apr 16, 12:11 PM
Louisiana State University QB Jayden Daniels, North Carolina QB Drake Maye, University of Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy and University of Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. are scheduled for '30' visits at the same time with the Washington Commanders over the next two days beginning on Tuesday, April 16, according to a source.
Link to story Patriots | NE interested in Michael Penix Mon Apr 15, 06:32 PM
Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. is scheduled to have a dinner meeting with the New England Patriots Monday, April 15, and will have an official visit with the Patriots Tuesday, April 16, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: Penix continues to build momentum as the draft draws nearer. He follows J.J. McCarthy, who visited with the Patriots on Monday. Previously, quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye visited New England, who have the No. 3 pick overall in next week's draft. |
Jets | Jordan Travis visiting Jets Mon Apr 15, 01:45 PM
Florida State QB Jordan Travis is visiting the New York Jets, according to sources Monday, April 15.
Link to story Patriots | J.J. McCarthy, Pats to meet twice Sun Apr 14, 06:18 PM
Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy will have dinner with the New England Patriots on Sunday, April 14, and will visit the team on Monday, April 15, per source.
Link to story Jets | NYJ, Jordan Travis to meet Fri Apr 12, 04:46 PM
Florida State QB Jordan Travis is scheduled to have an official visit with the New York Jets this weekend, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Travis is an interesting developmental quarterback. He's got pocket presence and a quick release, but Travis needs time to develop. Travis can move, and he's a threat to take off and run. We like his ability to distribute, but he's been too much of a 'see-it, throw-it' guy at this point. Staying on time, throwing with anticipation, and staying healthy (he's a smaller prospect) are the biggest concerns with Travis. |
Saints | Kellen Mond heading to New Orleans Fri Apr 12, 11:15 AM
Free-agent QB Kellen Mond (Colts) agreed to an undisclosed deal with the New Orleans Saints, according to sources Friday, April 12.
Link to storyKellen Mond player page
Dolphins | Tua Tagovailoa to be at workouts Thu Apr 11, 06:51 PM
Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa said he plans to participate in the organized team activities this offseason.
Link to storyTua Tagovailoa player page
NFL | Tom Brady open to late-season return Thu Apr 11, 03:32 PM
Retired NFL QB Tom Brady recently told Vic Blends of the DeepCut podcast that he would consider returning to the NFL if a team in contention lost its starting quarterback late in a season. While acknowledging the possibility that his return might be a violation of NFL rules - as a potential future minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders - Brady suggested he could be tempted to play if the league allows him to do so.'I'm not opposed to it. I don't know if (the NFL is) going to let me, if I become an owner of an NFL team, I don't know. I'm always going to be in good shape, always going to be able to throw the ball. So, to come in for a little bit, like (Michael Jordan) coming back (to the NBA after becoming a part owner of a team), I don't know if they'd let me, but I wouldn't be opposed to it,' Brady said.
| Footballguys view: Here we go again. Brady could still play, but he might have to be limited to a late-season return. Never say never, but it seems a bit far-fetched to think of a Brady return. It's a fun debate though! |
Tom Brady player page