In a text discussion with the PFT staff regarding our recent item about Austin Ekeler‘s valid (but ultimately futile) complaints regarding the running back market, MDS made an observation that I saw fit to steal. The three running backs currently operating under the franchise tag might be wise to accept their tenders. Raiders running back [more] … [Read more...] about Josh Jacobs, Tony Pollard, Saquon Barkley might be wise to accept franchise tenders
After watching C.J. Stroud, Panthers’ contingent now having dinner with Bryce Young
From one quarterback to the next. The Panthers are making the rounds as they research the top quarterbacks in the 2023 draft. After trading for the first overall pick, Carolina has its choice of prospects. The team sent 12 representatives to watch C.J. Stroud throw at Ohio State’s Pro Day on Wednesday. Afterward, the group [more] … [Read more...] about After watching C.J. Stroud, Panthers’ contingent now having dinner with Bryce Young
NFL conducting annual Competition Committee agenda preview on Friday
During the first day of free agency, the NFL released the various proposed rule changes submitted by the teams. On Friday, the NFL will conduct a conference call reviewing the proposals made by the Competition Committee. These are the more official proposals. Those accepted and endorsed by the group specifically appointed to suggest revisions to [more] … [Read more...] about NFL conducting annual Competition Committee agenda preview on Friday
49ers agree to terms on one-year deal with Austin Bryant
The 49ers are signing free agent defensive end Austin Bryant to a one-year deal, Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports. He visited with the team Wednesday. Bryant, a fourth-round pick in the 2019 draft, spent his first four seasons with the Lions. His most productive year was 2021 when he recorded 4.5 sacks, five tackles [more] … [Read more...] about 49ers agree to terms on one-year deal with Austin Bryant
Jalen Reeves-Maybin signs with Lions
Linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin has signed with the Lions, according to his agent, Brian McLaughlin. The Texans cut Reeves-Maybin on March 16. He spent five seasons in Detroit before joining the Texans on a two-year, $7.5 million deal a year ago. Reeves-Maybin played all 17 games last season, seeing action on 88 defensive snaps and 390 [more] … [Read more...] about Jalen Reeves-Maybin signs with Lions