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Lions | Jared Goff gets NFL record signing bonus Fri May 17, 12:26 AM
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff officially signed his four-year extension on Thursday, May 16, which included an NFL record $73 million signing bonus, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Cowboys | No progress on Dak Prescott deal Thu May 16, 10:55 AM
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott has experienced no progress in talks about an extension, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: The Cowboys appear to be ready to allow Prescott to hit free agency next season. They can't use the franchise tag on him, and Prescott has a no trade clause. He isn't going to get cheaper unless the team craters this season, so it's hard to see what the Cowboys strategy here is unless they are really unsure that they want to go forward with Prescott as their starting quarterback. But if that is the case, they have made no plan for the quarterback position after Prescott, so that also seems incoherent. It's hard to know what the future holds for Prescott or the Cowboys right now. |
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Commanders | Jake Fromm let go Tue May 14, 02:10 PM
Washington Commanders QB Jake Fromm was released on Tuesday, May 14.
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com suggested, the move comes as no surprise. The Commanders already had veteran backup quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Jeff Driskel on the roster. They also drafted Jayden Daniels with the second overall pick, then gave undrafted rookie quarterback Sam Hartman a $245,000 guarantee giving him a great shot at making the final roster. Fromm was fifth on the depth chart, and few teams carry five quarterbacks, even on a 90-player roster. |
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Lions | Jared Goff's deal has an option Mon May 13, 10:07 PM
Updating a previous report, Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff's four-year deal includes an option in the fourth year, per source on Monday, May 13.
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Browns | Jacob Sirmon signs with CLE Mon May 13, 06:27 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Jacob Sirmon (Northern Colorado) signed with the Cleveland Browns Sunday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Jets | NYJ signs Jordan Travis Mon May 13, 05:57 PM
New York Jets sixth-round draft choice QB Jordan Travis signed a four-year contract with the Jets Monday, May 13. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Ravens | Baltimore signs remaining draft picks Mon May 13, 05:26 PM
Baltimore Ravens third-round draft choice LB Adisa Isaac, fourth-round draft choice WR Devontez Walker, fifth-round draft choice RB Rasheen Ali and sixth-round draft choice QB Devin Leary signed four-year contracts with the Ravens Monday, May 13. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story Lions | Four-year extension for Jared Goff Mon May 13, 04:49 PM
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension with the Lions Monday, May 13, worth $212 million, according to sources. The deal includes $170 million in guaranteed money.
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Broncos | Bo Nix impressing coach Sun May 12, 09:19 PM
Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix has showcased the right combination of patience and accuracy, according to head coach Sean Payton. 'The ball comes out, and I don't want to use the term boring, that's not the right term, but pretty good decisions with each play,' Payton said. 'The efficiency with how he's operating.'
| Footballguys view: As NFL.com suggested, Denver might prefer the excitement of highlight-reel throws once the season rolls around. However, Nix is delivering a non-flashy, efficient operation in May, which bodes well while he's still getting his feet under him. It's also what the Broncos expected of him when selecting Nix with the No. 12 overall pick in April's draft. General manager George Paton said following the decision that the club believes Nix, 24 years old with 61 collegiate starts, is more "game-ready" than younger QBs. In discussing the situation on The Audible last week, Footballguys Cecil Lammey and Sigmund Bloom made the case that Nix will benefit greatly from working under Payton. Whatever the case, the newcomer is competing with veterans Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson in what probably isn't much of a competition at all. |
Patriots | Work to do for Drake Maye Sun May 12, 01:18 AM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is a 'work in progress,' according to head coach Jerod Mayo. 'He has a lot to work on. A lot to work on,' Mayo said. 'But I have no doubt that he will put the time in. He was here all night trying to get on the same page as everyone else.'
| Footballguys view: Interestingly, the team selected a 'work in progress' with the no.3 overall pick. It's Mayo's first year, and he's got upside as a head coach. We're curious why they selected Maye instead of giving themselves a year under Mayo just to see what they have (and what they don't have). Maye has talent, that's easy to see, but he must learn how to stay away from the 'hero ball' that plagued his game at North Carolina. |
Vikings | J.J. McCarthy has smooth debut Sat May 11, 12:32 PM
Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy's rookie minicamp debut 'went smoothly,' ESPN's Kevin Seifert wrote on Friday, May 10. McCarthy had a few incompletions and an interception during 7-on-7 drills but was good otherwise.
| Footballguys view: Ideally for the Vikings Sam Darnold will stay healthy and play well enough to start most, if not all of the season, which will give McCarthy time to develop in the incubator. The main concern in his draft profile was a lack of experience, so the more time they can give him to prepare for his first NFL start, the better. |
Patriots | New England inks three draft picks Sat May 11, 09:54 AM
New England Patriots sixth-round draft choice CB Marcellas Dial, sixth-round draft choice QB Joe Milton III and seventh-round draft choice TE Jaheim Bell signed four-year contracts with the Patriots Friday, May 10. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Bell has speed and run after catch prowess, but he's only an H-back/move tight end and not a consistent blocker, so he fell to the seventh round. If he makes the Patriots roster, he could find playing time in an offense devoid of playmakers. |
Raiders | Aidan O'Connell to receive first snaps Sat May 11, 09:54 AM
Las Vegas Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell will initially work with the first-team offense when offseason workouts begin, according to head coach Antonio Pierce.
| Footballguys view: This shouldn't be a surprise, as O'Connell was actually pretty good for a fourth round rookie last year and that's with a midseason coaching change. If O'Connell is good enough to beat out Gardner Minshew, he should be better for Davante Adams and the rest of the Raiders offense fantasy value than Minshew. He should be rostered in superflex dynasty leagues. |
Broncos | Denver, Bo Nix reach agreement Sat May 11, 09:54 AM
Denver Broncos first-round draft choice QB Bo Nix agreed to terms on a four-year contract with the Broncos Friday, May 10, according to a source. The deal includes a fifth-year option, but financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Nix is in a different situation than #8 pick Michael Penix and #10 pick J.C. McCarthy. They have Kirk Cousins and Sam Darnold ahead of them, so their development will be patient and deliberate. The Broncos would have to turn to Jarrett Stidham if they don't start Nix, so expect the rookie to start Week 1. The Broncos aren't replete with skill position talent, so it could be a rough start to Nix's career if Sean Payton and he can't work any magic with the playbook. |
Bengals | Cincinnati announces UDFA class Fri May 10, 01:50 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois), RB Elijah Collins (Oklahoma State), RB Noah Cain (Louisiana State), WR Cole Burgess (Cortland State), WR Tre Mosley (Michigan State) and TE Cam Grandy (Illinois State) were among the 14 players who officially signed contracts with the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday, May 10. Terms of the deals were not immediately disclosed.
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Bears | Caleb Williams officially starter Fri May 10, 12:39 PM
Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams was officially named the starter by head coach Matt Eberflus on Friday, May 10.
| Footballguys view: Zero surprise here. Williams is a generational talent, and it's on the Bears' staff to get the most out of him. There are plenty of weapons around him, and if Williams finished 2024 as a QB1 for Fantasy GMs we wouldn't be surprised. Right now, most are drafting him as a QB2 with upside. |
Falcons | Kirk Cousins 'pretty much full go' Fri May 10, 11:26 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins (Achilles) has been 'pretty much full go' at practice, according to head coach Raheem Morris on Friday, May 10. Morris said there's no contact and no one is around his feet.
| Footballguys view: Great news for Cousins here. He's got first-round pick Michael Penix behind him, but the rookie won't see the field if Cousins is healthy and playing good football. |
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Raiders | QB competition in Vegas Fri May 10, 10:20 AM
Las Vegas Raiders QBs Aidan O'Connell and Gardner Minshew will compete for the starting quarterback position in training camp, according to general manager Tom Telesco.
| Footballguys view: Minshew has plenty of starting experience, and he's going to be tough to beat. We like O'Connell, and he did show flashes as a rookie starter in 2023. This is a competition for Fantasy GMs to monitor in training camp. Either one has QB2 potential from a fantasy perspective in 2024. |
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Titans | Will Levis to air it out? Fri May 10, 02:30 AM
Tennessee Titans QB Will Levis said he expects to 'throw the ball on first down this season' and to throw the ball in situations where they didn't last season.
| Footballguys view: Tony Pollard will lead the way on the ground, but Levis is going to have some more freedom this year. We'll see what kind of improvements he makes this year in his second pro season. |
Saints | New Orleans signs five draft picks Thu May 9, 07:37 PM
New Orleans Saints fifth-round draft choice QB Spencer Rattler, fifth-round draft choice WR Bub Means, fifth-round draft choice LB Jaylan Ford, sixth-round draft choice DT Khristian Boyd and seventh-round draft choice OT Josiah Ezirim signed four-year contracts with the Saints Thursday, May 9. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story Saints | Fifth-round picks close to signing Thu May 9, 06:54 PM
New Orleans Saints fifth-round draft choice QB Spencer Rattler and fifth-round draft choice WR Bub Means are close to signing their four-year contracts with the Saints, according to sources.
Link to story Commanders | No set time for Jayden Daniels to start Thu May 9, 12:52 AM
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels said he has not been told if he will start right away, but the team said he will be the starter when he is ready.
| Footballguys view: Daniels enters the league with huge upside, and he should be able to start right away. Commanders' OC Kliff Kingsbury should craft a system that gets the explosive plays from Daniels that were commonplace during his time at LSU. That means downfield passing and using his legs to attack defenses as a runner. |
Seahawks | Chevan Cordeiro waived Wed May 8, 04:38 PM
Seattle Seahawks QB Chevan Cordeiro was waived Wednesday, May 8.
Link to story Saints | Two players off roster Wed May 8, 04:27 PM
New Orleans Saints QB Kellen Mond and OG Tommy Kraemer were waived Wednesday, May 8.
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Ravens | Lamar Jackson drops some weight Wed May 8, 03:27 PM
Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson said he currently weighs 205 pounds after playing the 2023 season at 215 pounds.
| Footballguys view: Jackson bulked up to take the NFL beating last year, and he turned in an MVP season. With the addition of RB Derrick Henry, perhaps the Ravens will be a little less pass-happy than they were last season. About a month ago, Ravens HC John Harbaugh said, "There's no doubt" that the offense will look different in 2024. |
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Broncos | Ben DiNucci let go Wed May 8, 12:38 PM
Denver Broncos QB Ben DiNucci was released on Wednesday, May 8, per source.
| Footballguys view: DiNucci was a camp arm (and scout team arm) for the Broncos last year behind Russell Wilson and Jarrett Stidham. Wilson is gone, but the Broncos traded for Zach Wilson and then drafted Bo Nix in the first round. Now, Nix will be prepared to be the starter, Wilson is a lottery ticket backup, and Stidham is trying to beat out Wilson for what will be the no.2 job behind Nix (when he's ready). |
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Patriots | Drake Maye could start right away Wed May 8, 09:50 AM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye will compete with QB Jacoby Brissett for the starting job during training camp, and some people in the organization believe Maye will be the starter for the 2024 season opener.
| Footballguys view: Maye could start right away, but the rookie might need time to develop. The Patriots invested the No. 3 overall pick on Maye, so they don't want to rush him. Maye has a strong arm, and he can challenge a defense as a runner, but he plays a lot of hero ball. In fact, Maye will avoid the easy throws to move the chains because he's staring down a big play into double coverage - and he'll try to make the throw. If the Patriots can calm him down and get Maye to be more of a game manager, then perhaps Maye will be the franchise quarterback they've been missing since Tom Brady moved on. |
Steelers | Cole Dow to take part in minicamp Tue May 7, 06:28 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Cole Dow (Dayton) is scheduled to participate in the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie minicamp.
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Giants | Nathan Rourke headed to NY Giants Tue May 7, 04:15 PM
Free-agent QB Nathan Rourke (Patriots) was claimed off waivers by the New York Giants on Tuesday, May 7.
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Cardinals | Arizona taking a closer look at Taulia Tagovailoa Tue May 7, 04:12 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Taulia Tagovailoa (Maryland) reportedly accepted an invitation to participate in the Arizona Cardinals' rookie minicamp this week.
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NFL | Shedeur Sanders would have been QB1? Tue May 7, 11:13 AM
Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders was the top quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft class if he entered, according to one longtime NFL scout. 'He was [the top QB] for me if he came out this year,' the scout said. 'You have to manage him a little differently, and Deion (Sanders) is going to be heavily involved... so you have to be prepared to deal with that... but I love watching that kid play. He's a born winner.'
Link to story Ravens | Ravens ink UDFA QB Mon May 6, 10:18 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Emory Jones (Cincinnati) signed an undisclosed contract with the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, May 6.
Link to story Lions | Cade Peterson invited to minicamp Mon May 6, 06:27 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Cade Peterson (Grand Valley State) has been invited to participate in the Detroit Lions rookie minicamp.
Link to story Bengals | Joe Burrow throwing Mon May 6, 05:51 PM
Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow (wrist) has started throwing footballs during offseason workouts as part of his recovery.
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Jets | Three players waived Mon May 6, 04:25 PM
New York Jets QB PeeWee Jarrett, LB Tre Jenkins and DT Manny Jones were waived Monday, May 6.
Link to story Jets | NYJ sign three UDFAs Mon May 6, 04:22 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Andrew Peasley (Wyoming), QB Colby Suits (Houston Christian) and CB Brandon Codrington (North Carolina Central) signed with the New York Jets Monday, May 6. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to story Patriots | Nathan Rourke waived Mon May 6, 11:26 AM
New England Patriots QB Nathan Rourke was waived Monday, May 6.
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Colts | Anthony Richardson 'full go' Sun May 5, 01:34 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is expected to have minimal restrictions during the offseason workout program, according to sources Sunday, May 5. The Colts be cautious with his workload, but Richardson wants to get started.
| Footballguys view: Great news here. Richardson has all the skill required to be a perennial Pro Bowl quarterback in today's NFL. He needs to stay healthy to play up to that incredibly high potential. His rookie season looked great when he was on the field, but Richardson seemed to be banged up in every game before a shoulder injury finally knocked him out of action after just four contests. He's a QB1 for Fantasy GMs with injury risk (of course), and if Richardson finished 2024 as a top-5 fantasy quarterback we wouldn't be surprised. |
Browns | Dorian Thompson-Robinson on track for camp Sun May 5, 01:39 AM
Cleveland Browns QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson (hip) is planning to participate in rookie minicamp.
| Footballguys view: Thompson-Robinson is just trying to hang onto a roster spot this season. He's currently no.4 on the depth chart behind Deshaun Watson, Jameis Winston, and Tyler Huntley. As a rookie in 2023, Thompson-Robinson was able to get on the field for three starts - and it was rough. He does have some skills worth developing, but he's a project to be sure. We could see him land on the Browns' practice squad in 2024 to further develop. |
Packers | Green Bay rookie duo ink rookie deals Sat May 4, 02:41 AM
Green Bay Packers seventh-round draft choice QB Michael Pratt (Tulane) and CB Kalen King (Penn State) signed four-year contracts on Friday, May 3. Financial terms of the deals were not immediately disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Pratt is an interesting quarterback in super deep dynasty formats. He's smart and knows how to distribute the ball all over the field. We'll see if Pratt develops on the team's practice squad this season. |
Jets | Jordan Travis should be ready for training camp Fri May 3, 03:42 PM
New York Jets fifth-round draft choice QB Jordan Travis (ankle) is expected to be ready for the start of training camp, head coach Robert Saleh told reporters on May 3. Travis suffered a season-ending ankle injury in November.
| Footballguys view: Travis is a smaller quarterback who plays with a ton of moxie. His teammates at Florida State loved him, and now he's trying to make it in the pros. Travis has a quick release and can be a threat as a runner. He'll get to develop behind Aaron Rodgers and Tyrod Taylor in 2024. |
Jets | No limitations for Aaron Rodgers by mid-May Fri May 3, 03:06 PM
New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers (Achilles) is expected to practice without restrictions once the team begins Phase Three of its offseason program in two weeks, head coach Robert Saleh told reporters on May 3.
| Footballguys view: Great news for the Jets here. Rodgers needs to stay healthy and start winning games for the Jets or the entire staff will be blown out in 2025. We'll see what reports say about his health status during minicamp and into the training camp (and the preseason). For Fantasy GMs, Rodgers is a QB2 with upside in 2024. |
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Packers | Green Bay giving Jacob Eason a look Fri May 3, 02:02 PM
Free-agent QB Jacob Eason (Giants) will participate at the Green Bay Packers' rookie minicamp this weekend, according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic.
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Giants | Daniel Jones coming along nicely in rehab Thu May 2, 02:11 PM
Updating a previous report, New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (knee) told reporters on Thursday, May 2, that he is 'in a good spot' with his recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament and will be ready for training camp this summer.
| Footballguys view: We'll know more about Jones when training camp gets here. Jones is returning from a November knee injury, and there seems to be some optimism about his availability for Week 1 of the regular season. We should see Drew Lock get plenty of work in camp and the preseason as the Giants ease Jones back into action. If Jones isn't ready, Lock will be ready to be the starter. |
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Steelers | Justin Fields in kick return discussion? Thu May 2, 10:46 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Justin Fields has been discussed as a potential kickoff returner under the new return rules, according to DE Cameron Heyward.
| Footballguys view: It would be an interesting move, but with the new rules perhaps it makes sense. Every team is going to be looking for two returner options, and it could lead to some big plays on special teams. We'll see if Fields can beat out Russell Wilson in training camp for the starting job. If he's QB1 for the Steelers, Fields will not be on special teams. |
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Giants | Daniel Jones making progress Thu May 2, 01:46 AM
New York Giants QB Daniel Jones (knee) said he has been able to cut on his knee as part of his recovery and is looking to be ready for training camp.
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Giants | Could Drew Lock start for Giants? Wed May 1, 12:16 PM
New York Giants QB Drew Lock 'has a chance to compete a little bit and maybe push Daniel Jones' in the eyes of the team, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo said Monday, April 29.
| Footballguys view: That is a distinct possibility for the Giants, and it would be interesting to see Lock out there with his new team. He's grown and developed with his time in Seattle, and Lock could look much different than he did as the Broncos' starter. The Giants were interested in quarterbacks this offseason, but they didn't take one in the draft. Instead, it could be Lock who secures the starting job whether Jones is healthy or not (he's working his way back from a torn ACL in November). |
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Patriots | New England will have QB competition Wed May 1, 01:17 AM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye and QB Jacoby Brissett will compete for the starting quarterback job during offseason workouts as well as training camp and the best quarterback will start Week 1, according to head coach Jerod Mayo.
| Footballguys view: Maye was the team's pick at no.3 overall in the 2024 NFL draft, but he may not be ready to start. Brissett is a seasoned veteran with a ton of experience, and he could be the man under center until the rookie is ready. Maye has a strong arm and he can threaten a defense as a runner, but he plays a lot of "hero ball" and will try throws into coverage when it's best to take the easier throw. We'll see how long it takes to get that coached out of him. |
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Lions | Theo Day to take part in minicamp Tue Apr 30, 08:02 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Theo Day (Northern Iowa) is scheduled to participate in the Detroit Lions rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
Link to story Giants | Liam Thompson to try out Tue Apr 30, 07:45 PM
Free-agent QB Liam Thompson (Washburn) is scheduled to participate in the New York Giants rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
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