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Lions | Kerryon Johnson done in Detroit (Wed May 5, 07:53 PM) [jump to this story] Lions | Darren Fells set to join Detroit (Wed May 5, 02:30 PM) [jump to this story] Patriots | Sony Michel's roster spot in danger? (Wed May 5, 01:06 PM) [jump to this story] Dolphins | Jaylen Waddle comfortable with Tua Tagovailoa (Tue May 4, 09:38 PM) [jump to this story] |
Buccaneers | Jaelon Darden tough to tackle Wed May 5, 10:41 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Jaelon Darden led the country with 23 broken tackles after the catch for North Texas in 2020.
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Falcons | Avery Williams to first play cornerback Wed May 5, 08:42 PM
Atlanta Falcons CB Avery Williams will start training camp at corner but could move inside to nickel, according to defensive backs coach Jon Hoke Wednesday, May 5.
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Football Team | Linden Stephens catches on with Washington Wed May 5, 08:17 PM
Free-agent CB Linden Stephens (Seahawks) signed an undisclosed contract with the Washington Football Team Wednesday, May 5.
Link to story Football Team | Deon Yelder signing with Washington Wed May 5, 08:01 PM
Free-agent TE Deon Yelder (Chiefs) is signing with the Washington Football Team, according to his agent Wednesday, May 5.
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Lions | Kerryon Johnson done in Detroit Wed May 5, 07:53 PM
Detroit Lions RB Kerryon Johnson was waived Wednesday, May 5, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Things change pretty quickly around here. A second-round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, Johnson struggled to stay healthy and impress with the Lions. He fell to the no.3 back last year and now gets a chance at a fresh start. The Lions move forward with D'Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams as their top two backs. |
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Chiefs | Kamalei Correa signs with KC Wed May 5, 07:45 PM
Free-agent LB Kamalei Correa (Jaguars) signed an undisclosed contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, according to a source Wednesday, May 5.
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Football Team | Landon Collins to remain at safety Wed May 5, 07:36 PM
Washington Football Team S Landon Collins will remain at strong safety for the 2021 season, according to defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio Wednesday, May 5. Rookie CB Benjamin St-Juste will play cornerback, according to Del Rio.
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Titans | Brian Hill joining Tennessee Wed May 5, 07:14 PM
Free-agent RB Brian Hill (Falcons) signed with the Tennessee Titans Wednesday, May 5, according to his agents. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Hill has spent most of his career with the Falcons but now is going to Tennessee to provide veteran depth behind Derrick Henry. The all-purpose back from the University of Wyoming has flashed a bit here and there, but he's best used as a reserve or change-of-pace back you can use in space. It's a solid move for the Titans. |
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Buccaneers | Blaine Gabbert back in Tampa Wed May 5, 06:30 PM
Free-agent QB Blaine Gabbert (Buccaneers) is re-signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on a one-year, $2.5 million contract, according to a source Wednesday, May 5.
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Buccaneers | Tampa Bay officially hires two coaches Wed May 5, 06:16 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers coaching intern Thaddeus Lewis was officially hired as the team's assistant wide receivers coach Wednesday, May 5. A.Q. Shipley was also hired as an offensive assistant
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Broncos | Denver two meet with two tackles Wed May 5, 05:35 PM
Free-agent OTs Bobby Massie (Bears) and Dennis Kelly (Titans) will visit with the Denver Broncos next week, according to sources Wednesday, May 5.
Link to story Falcons | Atlanta has battle at left guard Wed May 5, 05:17 PM
Atlanta Falcons Gs Josh Andrews, Matt Gono, Jalen Mayfield and Drew Dalman could also see time at left guard as the team tries to determine the starter for the 2021 season, according to offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford Wednesday, May 5.
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Seahawks | Nate Evans lands with Seattle Wed May 5, 05:11 PM
Former Jacksonville Jaguars LB Nate Evans was assigned to the Seattle Seahawks via the waiver system Wednesday, May 5.
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Raiders | Jeff Heath done in Vegas Wed May 5, 04:59 PM
Updating a previous report, Las Vegas Raiders S Jeff Heath was released on Wednesday, May 5.
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Jets | NY Jets scoop up Matt Cole Wed May 5, 04:56 PM
Free-agent WR Matt Cole (49ers) was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets on Wednesday, May 5.
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Colts | Indy secures Malik Jefferson Wed May 5, 04:49 PM
Free-agent LB Malik Jefferson (Chargers) signed an undisclosed contract with the Indianapolis Colts on Wednesday, May 5.
Link to story Lions | Darren Fells to Detroit a done deal Wed May 5, 04:01 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent TE Darren Fells (Texans) signed an undisclosed contract with the Detroit Lions on Wednesday, May 5.
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Falcons | Jalen Mayfield to move inside Wed May 5, 03:01 PM
University of Michigan OT Jalen Mayfield - the Atlanta Falcons' third-round draft pick in the 2021 NFL Draft - will be moved to guard, according to offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford.
Link to story Football Team | Jeremiah Valoaga to meet with Washington Wed May 5, 02:55 PM
Free-agent DE Jeremiah Valoaga (Raiders) is scheduled to meet with the Washington Football Team in the near future, according to multiple sources.
Link to story Chiefs | Chris Finke headed to Kansas City Wed May 5, 02:43 PM
Free-agent WR Chris Finke reportedly agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract with the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday, May 5. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Finke originally came into the league as an undrafted free agent out of Notre Dame last year, and he first signed with the 49ers. He's a gritty player who is tough over the middle as a slot receiver who earns his quarterback's trust. Finke also worked as the primary return man for the Fighting Irish which adds to his value with the Chiefs. He'll try to make the 53-man roster behind guys like Tyreek Hill, Mecole Hardman and Demarcus Robinson. |
Chiefs | Will Parks gets deal done with Kansas City Wed May 5, 02:38 PM
Free-agent S Will Parks (Broncos) signed a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday, May 5. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Lions | Darren Fells set to join Detroit Wed May 5, 02:30 PM
Free-agent TE Darren Fells (Texans) reportedly agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract with the Detroit Lions on Wednesday, May 5.
| Footballguys view: With Josh Hill retiring, the Lions needed to add more depth to the tight end room. Fells is a huge target and can be a presence in the red zone. His size also makes him a fine blocker when tasked with that duty. Fells should work in as the primary backup to starter T.J. Hockenson in 2021. |
Darren Fells player page
Cowboys | Dallas parts with four Wed May 5, 02:17 PM
Dallas Cowboys C Adam Redmond, DT Walter Palmore, DE Ladarius Hamilton and CB Kemon Hall were waived Wednesday, May 5.
Link to story Buccaneers | Tampa Bay adds two defenders Wed May 5, 02:07 PM
Free-agent LB Joseph Jones (Broncos) and S Raven Greene (Packers) signed undisclosed contracts with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Wednesday, May 5.
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Patriots | Sony Michel's roster spot in danger? Wed May 5, 01:06 PM
New England Patriots RB Sony Michel could potentially lose his roster spot to fourth-round rookie Rhamondre Stevenson because the latter is more likely to be a factor on special teams, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss.
| Footballguys view: The Patriots have a jam-packed backfield with Damien Harris, James White and Michel already on the roster. Michel, a first-round pick in 2018, saw his numbers go down in 2020 as he only appeared in eight games. He's got to stay healthy and impress if he wants to secure his spot on the 53-man roster. It sounds outlandish to hear that his roster spot may be in jeopardy but things change quickly around here and anything can happen. |
Sony Michel player page
Cowboys | Two Cowboys waived Wed May 5, 11:33 AM
Dallas Cowboys DT Antwaun Woods and CB Saivion Smith were waived Wednesday, May 5.
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Panthers | Brady Christensen raved about Wed May 5, 09:36 AM
Carolina Panthers third-round pick OT Brady Christensen (BYU) received a 96 grade by Pro Football Focus, which was the highest grade ever given to a college lineman. He'll compete with OTs Cameron Erving and Greg Little in training camp for a starting spot.
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Cardinals | Rondale Moore hard to corral when healthy Tue May 4, 11:29 PM
Arizona Cardinals WR Rondale Moore reported 37 missed forced tackles on receptions as a freshman at Purdue in 2018 - the only college season in which he played more than four games - according to Pro Football Focus. The 37 missed forced tackles were the most by a receiver from a Power Five conference since 2014.
| Footballguys view: Moore is one of the most explosive players in this draft class at any position. He's a big play waiting to happen and reminds some in the scouting community of Tyler Lockett. Moore is tough to get a handle on and he doesn't tip off where he's going with his route. A running back after the catch, Moore wins with speed and ankle-breaking quickness. |
Dolphins | Jaylen Waddle comfortable with Tua Tagovailoa Tue May 4, 09:38 PM
Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa completed 74 percent of his passes, averaged 16.6 yards per completion and compiled a 137.9 passer rating when he targeted Jaylen Waddle at the University of Alabama, per Pro Football Focus.
| Footballguys view: Waddle can get the most out of Tagovailoa. As a rookie in 2020, Tagovailoa flashed a bit but generally struggled a a passer. Rather than give up on him, the Dolphins know they need better weapons around him and that's why they added Waddle in the 2021 NFL draft. Waddle can fly down the field and takes the top off the defense. Expect his chemistry with Tagovailoa to pick up where they left off. |
Broncos | Ja'Wuan James may not be done for 2021 Tue May 4, 07:59 PM
Updating a previous story, Denver Broncos OT Ja'Wuan James (Achilles) has doctors hopeful he won't miss the entire 2021 season, according to a source Tuesday, May 4. He'll undergo surgery this week and then a timeframe for recovery will be decided.
Link to story Raiders | Jeff Heath leaving Las Vegas Tue May 4, 07:23 PM
Las Vegas Raiders S Jeff Heath will be released, according to a source Tuesday, May 4.
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Colts | Indy to meet with Eric Fisher Tue May 4, 06:48 PM
Free-agent OT Eric Fisher (Chiefs) is scheduled to meet with the Indianapolis Colts later this week, according to a source.
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Bears | Chicago adding Damiere Byrd Tue May 4, 06:36 PM
Free-agent WR Damiere Byrd (Patriots) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Chicago Bears Tuesday, May 4, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Byrd is coming off a career high in 2020 with the Patriots. Last year, Byrd had 47 catches for 604 yards and one touchdown. That's not outstanding but it's the best of his career and now he is looking to give the Bears veteran depth. The team is thin at the wide receiver position behind Allen Robinson, Darnell Mooney and Anthony Miller, so we'll see how much of a role Byrd can have with his new team in 2021. |
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Raiders | Casey Hayward joining Vegas Tue May 4, 05:58 PM
Free-agent CB Casey Hayward (Chargers) agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders Tuesday, May 4. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Broncos | Season-ending injury for Ja'Wuan James Tue May 4, 05:13 PM
Denver Broncos OT Ja'Wuan James (Achilles) suffered a torn Achilles tendon during a workout Tuesday, May 4, and will miss the 2021 season, according to sources.
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Jaguars | Doug Middleton handed his walking papers Tue May 4, 04:50 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars S Doug Middleton was released Tuesday, May 4.
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Rams | John Daka catches on with LA Rams Tue May 4, 04:48 PM
Free-agent DE John Daka (Jets) was claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Rams on Tuesday, May 4.
Link to story Jaguars | Jacksonville moves on from three Tue May 4, 04:44 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars LB Nate Evans, LB Joe Giles-Harris and DB Nate Meadors were waived Tuesday, May 4.
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Bills | Trey Adams officially off roster Tue May 4, 04:42 PM
Buffalo Bills OT Trey Adams, who announced his retirement last month, was officially waived Tuesday, May 4.
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Saints | New Orleans adding Stevie Scott Tue May 4, 04:38 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Stevie Scott (Indiana) reportedly agreed to terms with the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, May 2.
| Footballguys view: Scott is a big-bodied running back with an nose for the end zone (30 rushing touchdowns in three seasons). He's a grinder who won't break off big runs but he is intent between the tackles. |
49ers | San Francisco parts with three Tue May 4, 04:28 PM
San Francisco 49ers CB Adonis Alexander, WR Matt Cole and S Chris Edwards were waived Tuesday, May 4.
Link to story Lions | Detroit inks two free agents Tue May 4, 04:20 PM
Free-agent LS Scott Daly (XFL) and OG Evan Heim signed undisclosed contracts with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, May 4. Terms of the deals were not immediately disclosed.
Link to story Titans | Fred Brown joining Tennessee Tue May 4, 04:02 PM
Free-agent WR Fred Brown (Broncos) agreed to terms on a multi-year contract with the Tennessee Titans on Tuesday, May 4. Exact terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Brown has a good size/speed combination. He was buried on the depth chart in Denver but he did flash here and there with the Broncos. We'll monitor Brown but only in the deepest of deep dynasty leagues. |
Broncos | Shaun Beyer financials Tue May 4, 03:44 PM
Updating a previous report, TE Shaun Beyer's rookie free-agent contract with the Denver Broncos includes $125,000 guaranteed - $110,000 in salary and a $15,000 signing bonus.
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Vikings | Myron Mitchell catches on with Minnesota Tue May 4, 03:32 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Myron Mitchell (Alabama-Birmingham) reportedly agreed to terms with the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, May 2.
Link to story Bears | Chicago lands CJ Marable Tue May 4, 03:11 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB CJ Marable (Coastal Carolina) reportedly agreed to terms with the Chicago Bears on Sunday, May 2.
| Footballguys view: Marable is a compact runner who can make big plays in open space. He's more than a scatback, but he does have that type of skill set with quickness and agility in the backfield. Marable can also make plays as a receiver out of the backfield. He's an intriguing prospect for Fantasy GMs in crazy deep dynasty formats. |
Dolphins | Miami talking with Malik Hooker Tue May 4, 03:05 PM
Free-agent S Malik Hooker (Colts) is meeting with the Miami Dolphins Tuesday, May 4, according to a source.
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Lions | Darren Fells set to meet with Detroit Tue May 4, 03:01 PM
Free-agent TE Darren Fells (Texans) is scheduled to visit with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, May 4.
| Footballguys view: Fells is a big-bodied veteran tight end who can contribute as a blocker and receiver. If added, he would work to find a spot on the depth chart behind starter T.J. Hockenson. |
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Rams | Max Pircher awarded to LA Rams Tue May 4, 02:23 PM
Free-agent OL Max Pircher (Italy) has been allocated to the Los Angeles Rams through the NFL's International Player Pathway Program.
Link to story 49ers | Alfredo Gutierrez en route to San Francisco Tue May 4, 02:15 PM
Free-agent OL Alfredo Gutierrez (Mexico) has been allocated to the San Francisco 49ers through the NFL's International Player Pathway Program.
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