NFL Player News - Week of 3/18/19

Otters27 · 03-18-19, 09:18 AM

Fitzpatrick the Ultimate journey man. What a career

LT Profits · 03-19-19, 08:59 AM

Tuesday Update

Rams | Blake Bortles joins Rams
Free-agent QB Blake Bortles (Jaguars) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Monday, March 18. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: The Rams needed a backup quarterback to Jared Goff since Sean Mannion was a free agent. This is an interesting destination for Bortles, a first-round disappointment of the Jaguars. If he can't make plays with head coach Sean McVay then he's unlikely to make plays anywhere.

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Blake Bortles player page

Colts | Jay Ajayi will visit Colts
Free-agent RB Jay Ajayi (Eagles) is scheduled to visit the Indianapolis Colts Wednesday, March 20, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Ajayi only played in four games last year before going down with an ACL injury. The Colts have a good group of running backs in Marlon Mack, Nyheim Hines, and Jordan Wilkins but clearly they are looking for more help. We'll see if that's through free agency with a back like Ajayi or in the 2019 NFL draft.

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Steelers | James O'Shaughnessy visits Steelers
Free-agent TE James O'Shaughnessy (Jaguars) visited the Pittsburgh Steelers Monday, March 18, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Steelers are looking for tight end help with Jesse James (Lions) moving on in free agency. O'Shaughnessy appeared in 14 games last year with the Jaguars and caught a career-high 24 passes for 214 receiving yards. He's not much of a threat to Vance McDonald's playing time if the Steelers do add him.

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Texans | Houston adds Darren Fells
Free-agent TE Darren Fells (Browns) is signing a one-year deal with the Houston Texans Monday, March 18, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Fells is a good blocking tight end and that's how the Texans should use him. He did catch three touchdowns last year for the Browns, but now will work in behind Jordan Thomas with the Texans.

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Vikings | Ameer Abdullah re-signs
Free-agent RB Ameer Abdullah (Vikings) re-signed an undisclosed deal with the Minnesota Vikings Monday, March 18.

Footballguys view: The Vikings lost Latavius Murray (Saints) in free agency, so they needed depth at the position behind starter Dalvin Cook. Abdullah has failed to impress as a pro. The second-round pick (2015) out of Nebraska has plenty of speed but doesn't work well in cramped space. He played in seven games in 2018 for the Vikings, contributing mostly as a kickoff returner. That should be his same role in 2019 with a chance to get some touches on offense here and there.

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Ravens | Robert Griffin to return soon?
Free-agent QB Robert Griffin III (Ravens) and the Baltimore Ravens mutually hope to have Griffin re-signed soon to back up QB Lamar Jackson.

Footballguys view: Griffin fits with Baltimore and their offense with Jackson leading the way. It makes too much sense to bring him back for veteran depth behind the second-year quarterback. Jackson is currently the only quarterback on Baltimore's roster.

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Redskins | Adrian Peterson officially back
Washington Redskins RB Adrian Peterson was officially re-signed to his two-year contract Monday, March 13. It was originally reported that the deal is worth $8 million.

Footballguys view: Peterson still has plenty left in the tank but he may not be the clear-cut lead back for Washington in 2019. Derrius Guice missed all of his rookie season in 2018 due to a knee injury but should be healthy enough to play in 2019. If Guice can regain his pre-injury form, he's a talented runner with big-play ability. We'll see how Peterson works in what could be a RBBC for Washington this season.

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Raiders | Dwayne Harris back in Oakland
Unrestricted free-agent WR Dwayne Harris (Raiders) re-signed with the Oakland Raiders on Monday, March 18. Terms of the contract were immediately disclosed.

Footballguys view: Harris is a return specialist and not used much as a wide receiver. In 2018 for the Raiders, Harris had only six catches for 40 yards but he had 663 kickoff return yards and 281 punt return yards plus one punt return for a touchdown. This will be his role once again for the Raiders in 2019.

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Source: footballguys.com

mr. leisure · 03-19-19, 11:33 AM

Blake Bortles a backup like he should have been all along .

Otters27 · 03-20-19, 01:47 AM

Originally posted by mr. leisure

Blake Bortles a backup like he should have been all along .

He was good for them to make that NFC championship game and that's about as high as it will get for him

rm18 · 03-20-19, 02:56 AM

Bortles might be able to beat with out, Goff is one of the worst starters in the league but he has a great line and a lot of weapons.

JAKEPEAVY21 · 03-20-19, 07:22 AM

I had no idea that Ameer Abdullah was still in the league.

LT Profits · 03-20-19, 10:35 AM

Wednesday Update

Rams | Blake Bortles terms
Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Rams QB Blake Bortles received a one-year, $1 million deal from the Rams, which will be subtracted from the $6.5 million the Jacksonville Jaguars owe him.
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Jaguars | Leonard Fournette still has support of team
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Leonard Fournette has and will continue to work out with new University of Wyoming director of sports performance Ben Iannacchione, who spent six of the past seven seasons working in the strength and conditioning program at LSU - Fournette's alma mater. Fournette also spoke with executive vice president of football operations Tom Coughlin, who still has 'full confidence' in the player he selected No. 4 overall in 2017.'With Leonard, a prepared Leonard coming into camp with a mindset that he discussed and we talked about ... I have full confidence in him. He does have some things he's got to prove when he comes back about his preparation, but he's a young, young player, he loves football, had an outstanding year, had a very disappointing year, and I think he wants to - we want him to be a great player and I think he's in the same mindset,' Coughlin said.
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Leonard Fournette player page

Texans | AJ McCarron financials
Updating a previous report, free-agent QB AJ McCarron (Raiders) agreed to terms on a one-year contract worth $3 million with the Houston Texans on Tuesday, March 19.
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Jets | Trevor Siemian will visit Jets
Free-agent QB Trevor Siemian (Vikings) will meet with the New York Jets Wednesday, March 20.

Footballguys view: Siemian is the type of backup quarterback teams are looking for. He's got starting experience, is smart and the wheels won't fall off if he has to play a game or two. The Jets are in need of a veteran backup to Sam Darnold.

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Trevor Siemian player page

Vikings | Minnesota eyeing Sean Mannion
Free-agent QB Sean Mannion (Rams) has drawn interest from the Minnesota Vikings, according to sources.

Footballguys view: Mannion is tall with a big arm who has been developing as a reserve player with the Rams. The Vikings have Kyle Sloter behind Kirk Cousins right now but they are looking for competition at the position with Trevor Siemian potentially moving on in free agency.

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Sean Mannion player page

Vikings | Dan Bailey staying put
Free-agent PK Dan Bailey (Vikings) agreed to re-sign an undisclosed deal with the Minnesota Vikings Tuesday, March 19.
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Lions | Detroit gives Malcolm Brown offer sheet
Los Angeles Rams restricted free-agent RB Malcolm Brown was given an offer sheet Tuesday, March 19, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Brown was an undrafted free agent, and the Rams gave him an 'original round tender' meaning they won't get compensation if they choose not to match the Lions offer. The Rams now have until Monday, March 24, to match the offer.

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Cowboys | Dallas brings on Randall Cobb
Free-agent WR Randall Cobb (Packers) signed a one-year, $5 million deal with the Dallas Cowboys Tuesday, March 19.

Footballguys view: Cobb will take over for Cole Beasley, who moved on to the Bills in free agency. He's not the same player he used to be, but Cobb can be a reliable target on underneath routes. Fantasy GMs shouldn't be too excited about Cobb's potential in a run-first Cowboys offense.

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Cardinals | Arizona visiting with Kyler Murray
Former Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray is meeting privately with the Arizona Cardinals Tuesday, March 19. The Cardinals, of course, own the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.

Footballguys view: Murray has been linked to the Cardinals with the no.1 overall pick for some time. New head coach Kliff Kingsbury is bringing the 'Air Raid' offense to the desert and that is a perfect fit for Murray's skill set. We'll see if they go ahead and bring Murray in, thus ending the Josh Rosen era after one season.

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Giants | Bennie Fowler returns to Giants
Free-agent WR Bennie Fowler (Giants) was re-signed to an undisclosed deal by the New York Giants Tuesday, March 19.

Footballguys view: Fowler appeared in 10 games last year, catching 16 passes for 199 yards and one receiving touchdown. He's unlikely to have much of a role as a pass-catcher even though the Giants are thin at the position.

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Source: footbllguys.com

mr. leisure · 03-20-19, 11:22 AM

Rams bolster pass rush by adding Packers legend Clay Matthews on a two-year deal

LT Profits · 03-21-19, 08:31 AM

Thursday Update

Seahawks | Jermaine Kearse open to a reunion
Free-agent WR Jermaine Kearse (Jets) said in a radio interview Wednesday, March 20 that he is interested in a return to the Seattle Seahawks. 'I have not personally talked to (General Manager John Schneider) or (head coach Pete Carroll),' he said, while adding he is pretty sure his agent talked to Carroll. 'Look, I would love to play back in Seattle. Obviously, thing would have to work out.'
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49ers | Niners look in on Jazz Ferguson
Northwestern State WR Jazz Ferguson was being closely watched by a San Francisco 49ers southwest area scout at his pro day on Wednesday, March 20.
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Buccaneers | Peyton Barber has a lot to prove
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Peyton Barber said in a radio interview Wednesday, March 20 that he has a lot to prove. 'I want to break 1,000 yards and prove I'm an every down running back,' Barber said.
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Saints | New Orleans close to deal with Jared Cook
Free-agent TE Jared Cook (Raiders) is close to an agreement with the New Orleans Saints, according to a source.
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Falcons | Extension talks with Julio Jones ongoing
Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones has been talking with the Falcons about a contract extension, and general manager Thomas Dimitroff said the two sides are having good conversations.
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Colts | Jay Ajayi, Colts keeping in touch
Free-agent RB Jay Ajayi (Eagles) had a good visit with the Indianapolis Colts Wednesday, March 20, and the sides will continue their dialogue. A signing is not imminent, but not out of the question.

Footballguys view: We'll see where this goes. Ajayi is looking for another fresh start on the open market. The Colts have a nice group of running backs with guys like Marlon Mack, Jordan Wilkins and Nyheim Hines...but clearly they are looking for more depth at the position.

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Jets | Trevor Siemian joining Jets
Free-agent QB Trevor Siemian (Vikings) is signing a one-year deal with the New York Jets Wednesday, March 20. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: The Jets have second-year quarterback Sam Darnold as their starter but they needed to find a veteran backup. That's what Siemian is best at, even though he did get a chance to be a starter with the Broncos in the past. Siemian is not a threat to start but things wouldn't go off the rails if he has to step in and play.

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Broncos | Denver will host Drew Lock
Former Missouri QB Drew Lock has a pre-draft visit scheduled with the Denver Broncos, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Broncos have been linked to Lock dating back to the college football season when GM John Elway traveled to see him play. Lock is tall, athletic and has a big arm....sounds just like an Elway quarterback. They missed on first-round bust Paxton Lynch in the 2016 NFL draft, but Elway won't hesitate to draft another quarterback in the top round if he falls in love with a prospect. Lock has also been linked to the Oakland Raiders.

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Seahawks | More surgery for Doug Baldwin
Seattle Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin (hernia) said he will have more surgeries this offseason to fix what is believed to be a sports hernia. Surgery is scheduled for early April, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Baldwin's production was held back by multiple nagging injuries in 2018. Seahawks coach Pete Carroll revealed Baldwin underwent knee and shoulder surgeries after the season. This makes another surgery for the veteran receiver. He'll miss all of the offseason work for the Seahawks and should be eased into training camp at some point in the summer.

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Source: footballguys.com

mpaschal34 · 03-21-19, 11:30 PM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

I had no idea that Ameer Abdullah was still in the league.

I remember seeing a special on him when he was in college. Seemed like a real good dude. Body was just too small for the NFL.

LT Profits · 03-22-19, 08:26 AM

Friday Update

The Week in NFL News

AFC

Cincinnati - released LB Vontaze Burfict, re-signed TE Tyler Eifert to a one-year deal, signed OL John Miller (Buffalo) to a three-year, $16.5 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: Burfict is finally gone in a widely predicted move. Preston Brown and Jordan Evans become more interesting in IDP leagues, but watch out for 2018 third-round pick Malik Jefferson. Eifert had a freak injury last year and was just starting to regain form. He could still be relevant for fantasy leagues this year. Miller should start at right guard and be adequate. The right side of the line is a potential achilles heel for this offense.

Cleveland - RB Kareem Hunt was suspended for eight games under the league’s personal conduct policy
Why It Matters: The Browns only other proven back on the roster is Duke Johnson Jr. A suspension of this length was expected, so the Browns must have factored that in when shopping Johnson earlier this month. They could select a back in the draft or sign a cheaper veteran than Johnson if they are able to trade him. Chubb will have half of the season to amass stats without Hunt, so his top 15 ADP is still justified. Hunt is going in the bench-filling rounds, and there will someone in most leagues that drafts and holds him to see if he can turn this backfield into a committee in the second half of the season.

Denver - re-signed TE Jeff Heuerman to a two-year, $9 million dollar deal, signed CB Bryce Callahan (Chicago) to a three-year, $21 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: Heuerman could start in an offense that should improve incrementally with Joe Flacco. The wide receivers are still mostly inexperienced, so there might be streaming value there at some point. Callahan is a strong slot corner who will be reunited with head coach Vic Fangio, who was his defensive coordinator in Chicago. He’ll be starting there with fellow new addition Kareem Jackson likely replacing Bradley Roby, who signed with Jackson’s old team, the Texans.

Houston - signed QB AJ McCarron (Oakland)
Why It Matters: Let’s hope the Texans do a better job protecting Deshaun Watson this year. If Watson goes down, the offense will likely crater with McCarron at the helm. They have done little to improve the offensive line in free agency and will have to focus on that unit in the draft. The offense should also tilt more towards the run to take heat off of Watson, which could necessitate a running back in the first 3-4 rounds of the draft.

Jacksonville - Tom Coughlin said he has “full confidence” in RB Leonard Fournette… the team also signed WR Chris Conley (Kansas City)
Why It Matters: The Jaguars released Carlos Hyde and signed only Thomas Rawls so far this offseason, making no effort to keep TJ Yeldon or Corey Grant. Fournette is still the centerpiece of the offense and will get every opportunity to touch the ball 300+ times as long as he stays healthy. The team is expected to take a running back later in the draft, but not one that will be a threat to Fournette. Conley becomes the fourth receiver in a pass offense that should be better with Nick Foles at quarterback, but it would take multiple injuries to Jaguars wide receivers for him to matter in fantasy leagues. Something to file away - Foles recruited his former Kansas City teammate Conley to come to the Jaguars.

Kansas City - signed EDGE Alex Okafor (New Orleans) to a three-year deal worth up to $24 million dollars, signed CB Bashaud Breeland (Green Bay) to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million dollars. WR Tyreek Hill is under investigation for alleged battery of a child
Why It Matters: Okafor helps stop the bleeding on the edge after Justin Houston was released and Dee Ford was traded to San Francisco for a 2020 second-round pick. Breeland is at best a replacement level corner, but is in line to start for the Chiefs in another sign of just where their defense is at this moment. The state of the defense becomes much, much more worrisome if Hill is suspended or put on the commissioner’s exempt list. The investigation will run its course, and the public perception of the findings, especially via release of video or photos will affect Hill’s eventual punishment as much as the facts. The Chiefs released Kareem Hunt last year, but Hill is much more crucial to their success. We’ll have to read their internal assessment of the likely coming punishment via their moves at wide receiver, which at this moment have been zero. Sammy Watkins would become the #1 for any games Hill misses, and Travis Kelce can handle even more targets, but after that the Chiefs have Demarcus Robinson, Gehrig Dieter, Byron Pringle, Sammie Coates Jr, and Marcus Kemp

Miami - traded QB Ryan Tannehill and a 2019 sixth-round pick to Tennessee for a 2020 fourth-round pick and a 2019 seventh-round pick, signed QB Ryan Fitzpatrick (Tampa Bay) to a two-year, $11 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: Miami was going to take on a cap hit of almost 13.5 million dollars if they released Tannehill, and he wasn’t in their 2019 plans. They paid five million of Tannehill’s seven million dollar renegotiated salary this year just to avoid the bigger cap hit. Miami saves 8.5 million in cap room and adds a fourth-round pick while losing an insignificant amount of draft capital this year. Fitzpatrick is very cheap for a starting quality quarterback and he’ll keep the team in more games than any quarterback on their roster would have. While this could cost them some draft slots, it will also prevent a losing culture from taking hold. Kenny Stills, Albert Wilson, DeVante Parker, and the Miami offense in general has a pulse for fantasy now.

New York Jets - signed QB Trevor Siemian (Minnesota) to a one-year, $2 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: The Jets don’t seem to be planning on Josh McCown’s return. Siemian is a safe passer who will make the Jets offense less vertically oriented if he has to start. The Jets at least have a credible backup quarterback, which is more than some teams can say.

Oakland - signed LB Vontaze Burfict (Cincinnati) to a one-year contract, signed CB Nevin Lawson (Detroit) to a one-year, $3.05 million dollar contract
Why It Matters: Burfict is now teammates with Antonio Brown after his concussion-causing hit might have changed the course of Brown’s career (some say “he hasn’t been the same” since the hit). He’ll start and retain strong IDP value when he’s not suspended. Lawson should see a lot of snaps. While he’s not a liability, he’s really better suited to be depth than a core contributor, highlighting the Raiders deficiency at corner.

Pittsburgh - signed LB Mark Barron (Los Angeles Rams) to a two-year, $12 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: The Steelers had a rough few weeks, but between this and the very reasonable two-year, $9 million dollar deal for Donte Moncrief, they are turning the tide. Barron’s best football came at the end of the year, and he has great range and activity vs. the run, while still being able to cover vs. the pass. He’ll be an upgrade at inside linebacker next to Vince Williamsand should have significant IDP value.

Tennessee - traded a 2020 fourth-round pick and 2019 seventh-round pick to Miami for QB Ryan Tannehill and a 2019 sixth-round pick
Why It Matters: This is a brilliant move by Titans general manager Jon Robinson. Tannehill might be a bottom half of the league starter, but he’s an excellent backup, and he’ll give the team insurance if Marcus Mariota’s injury woes continue. Mariota is also not signed after this season - if he fails spectacularly, the team can turn to Tannehill as a bridge quarterback and re-sign him in 2020 if they like what they see this year. Miami was desperate to avoid a 13+ million dollar cap hit for releasing Tannehill and paid five of Tannehill’s seven million dollar salary, making Tannehill one of the cheapest backup quarterbacks in the league. If the Titans don’t keep Tannehill next year, they’ll likely get a third-day compensatory pick to ease the pain from giving him the 2020 fourth-round pick to get him. A true win-win deal.

NFC

Arizona - GM Steve Keim and HC Kliff Kingsbury met with QB Kyler Murray on the Oklahoma campus
Why It Matters: Eyebrows were raised when the Cardinals brass didn’t show at Murray’s pro day, but this dispels the idea that we should read anything into that absence. Murray going #1 to them (or another team like Oakland) is still very much in play, which would of course mean that Josh Rosen would probably be available for trade. Murray has as much fantasy potential as any quarterback on an NFL roster right now with his top-end athleticism, arm talent/strength, and creativity/boldness as a passer.

Dallas - signed WR Randall Cobb (Green Bay) to a one-year, $5 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: Hopefully between Cobb and Allen Hurns, the Cowboys will get 16 healthy-ish games from their slot receiver. Jason Witten is back and Michael Gallup is on the rise, so the slot is not going to be a place to look for fantasy relevant production in the Cowboys passing game. The second big deal many expected when Cobb signed a four-year deal at age 24 never materialized as Cobb has struggled with injuries in recent years.

Detroit - signed RFA RB Malcolm Brown (Los Angeles Rams) to a two-year, $3.25 million dollar offer sheet with one million guaranteed.
Why It Matters: Brown would help take some of the load off of Kerryon Johnson. It appears the Lions are going to add another formidable back to the backfield whether the Rams match this or not. The Lions had Spencer Ware in for a visit and could also dip into the draft running back class, so Johnson’s value is in for a hit sooner than later. The Rams have their own running back questions after the specter of arthritis in Todd Gurley’s surgically repaired knee was raised. This would actually be cheaper for the Rams than if Brown played under the two million dollar original round RFA tender they extended to him. They would get no compensation if they pass on matching as Brown was undrafted.

Green Bay - re-signed WR Geronimo Allison to a one-year deal
Why It Matters: He was originally signed to a $2.025 million RFA tender, but this one-year deal will pay him a little more and acted as protection from interest coming from other teams. They would have received no compensation if Allison was signed and the Packers chose not to match the offer. He’s almost surely going to make the team now, and could even start, but will face competition from the trio of 2018 draft picks and Jake Kumerow. The Packers wide receiver depth chart will one to watch this summer.

Los Angeles Rams - signed EDGE Clay Matthews (Green Bay) to a two-year contract worth up to $16.75 million, signed QB Blake Bortles (Jacksonville) to a one-year, $1 million dollar contract
Why It Matters: Matthews will be an excellent addition to a Wade Phillips defense and might be allowed to concentrate again on rushing the passer after playing more inside linebacker in Green Bay. He returns to Southern California after playing at USC. Bortles could have more success with the Rams in a highly structured system and experience a bit of a career revival like Blaine Gabbert did after landing in San Francisco after failing in Jacksonville. The Rams also need to make a decision on whether to match the Lions offer sheet for RB Malcolm Brown. They should make another move at running back if they decline, which would be a curious decision since they would actually save money this year by doing it.

Minnesota - re-signed RB Ameer Abdullah to a one-year deal, signed OL Josh Kline (Tennessee) to a three-year, $15.75 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: The Vikings aren’t quite ready to trust 2018 undrafted free agent Mike Boone to be the sole backup. Abdullah and Boone will compete to be the primary backup to oft-injured starter Dalvin Cook, although the team would likely use a committee if Cook misses time this year. Kline wouldn’t take a pay cut from the Titans, so he became available for the Vikings. He’ll be adequate at best as the interior line remains a sore spot for the Minnesota offense.

New Orleans - announced retirement of C Max Unger, signed OL Nick Easton (Minnesota) to a four-year, $24 million dollar deal, signed TE Jared Cook (Oakland), agreed with WR Cameron Meredith to a 2.1 million dollar pay cut
Why It Matters: Unger is a big loss, but if Easton’s neck is okay and he holds up better than he has the last two years, he can be a suitable replacement. Cook might finally be the hit in the Saints passing game at tight end that we’ve been waiting for since they traded Jimmy Graham to the Seahawks. This destination is a boon for his fantasy value. Meredith’s knee is still not trustworthy. The Saints are admitting they overpaid him in their offer sheet last year, and Meredith is admitting that he’d rather take less money and stay with the Saints than let the market determine his 2019 team and pay. The Saints depth chart at wide receiver gives Meredith the opportunity to be as high as third at the beginning of the season, but Cook’s presence will lower the ceiling of Saints receivers not named Michael Thomas.

New York Giants - sent a large contingent to the pro day of Ohio State QB Dwayne Haskins, including head coach Pat Shurmur and offensive coordinator Mike Shula
Why It Matters: The Giants also sent a large group to Kyler Murray’s pro day and had extensive meetings with Sam Darnold and Josh Rosen last year, so this isn’t proof of anything but due diligence, but it certainly shows interest. With more and more buzz that Murray will go #1, Haskins will be the consolation prize in the top 10. Another team could still attempt to leapfrog the Giants for him (or Murray if he falls). The Giants also have #17 now to land a prospect like Daniel Jones (Duke), and they could trade for Rosen if the Cardinals opt for Murray. There should be a lot of suspense leading up to their decision (or denial) to address their lack of a long-term quarterback.

Philadelphia - signed DE Vinny Curry to a one-year, $2.25 million dollar deal, signed CB Ronald Darby to a one-year, $6.5 million dollar deal, signed S Andrew Sendejo (Minnesota) to a one-year deal
Why It Matters: The Eagles continue to rack up “smart moves”. Curry was worth 11.5 million guaranteed to the Bucs last year. He was battling an injury last year and should improve back with the team that developed him. His addition helps with the loss of Michael Bennett, in symmetry with how Bennett helped them cope with the loss of Curry last year. Darby is a top corner when healthy. The modest price paid for his services this year is well worth the risk involved in ACL surgery recovery. Sendejo was cheap and will help provide quality snaps and depth.

San Francisco - re-signed RB Raheem Mostert to a three-year contract
Why It Matters: Even though this deal could increase speculation that the 49ers are going to release Jerick McKinnon, head coach Kyle Shanahan said recently that it might make sense for the team to have four backs active on gameday. Mostert’s special teams ability helps his case to be active, and he has been surprisingly good when he has gotten a chance to run the ball. His dynasty value is inching up and we should remember him in redraft considering the injury history of the other backs on the roster.

Seattle - WR Doug Baldwin said he has more surgeries scheduled this offseason
Why It Matters: Baldwin had knee and shoulder surgeries earlier this offseason. The upcoming procedures could be related to a sports hernia he played through. The Seahawks haven’t made any big moves at wide receiver that indicate worry about Baldwin’s status, but this still has to be seen as a plus for Tyler Lockett and David Moore and negative for Baldwin, and Russell Wilsonto a lesser extent

Tampa Bay - signed EDGE Shaq Barrett (Denver) to a one-year, $5 million dollar deal
Why It Matters: The Bucs should be playing more 3-4 this year under Todd Bowles, and Barrett will provide a boost to the edge rush. He was behind Von Miller and Bradley Chubb last year and should be fresh and ready to show that he’s got more to contribute to his second team.

Source: footballguys.com

mpaschal34 · 03-22-19, 11:06 PM

Jared Cook in New Orleans could be interesting.

LT Profits · 03-23-19, 07:02 AM

Saturday Update

Seahawks | Record numbers for Russell Wilson?
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson could make as much as $40 million per year on his next contract, according to Bucky Brooks of NFL.com.
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Rams | C.J. Anderson not returning to LAR?
Free-agent RB C.J. Anderson (Rams) said on his Twitter feed that his time with the Los Angeles Rams 'was fun' and that he enjoyed the opportunity.
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C.J. Anderson player page

Cowboys | Allen Hurns falling out of favor?
Dallas Cowboys WR Allen Hurns will likely see fewer opportunities next season after the signing of WR Randall Cobb, in the opinion of Kate Hairopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.
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Allen Hurns player page

Raiders | Oakland signs Mike Glennon
Free-agent QB Mike Glennon (Raiders) signed with the Oakland Raiders Friday, March 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Mike Glennon player page

NFL | Drew Lock's stock on the rise?
University of Missouri QB Drew Lock 'demonstrated impressive ball placement in different situations' and impressed with his 'ability to adjust and just push the ball downfield with velocity while rolling out of the pocket' during his pro day workout Thursday, March 21. As a result, ESPN Todd McShay believes Lock could easily start drawing 'more top-10 buzz.'
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Source: footballguys.com

JAKEPEAVY21 · 03-23-19, 08:30 AM

Originally posted by mpaschal34

Jared Cook in New Orleans could be interesting.

good signing, he can stretch the defense.

LT Profits · 03-24-19, 08:22 AM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

good signing, he can stretch the defense.

Coming off of a career year too as he finally lived up to his potential, but that COULD also make him a tad overvalued entering this season.

Otters27 · 03-24-19, 09:47 AM

Good thing Russell Wilson chose football. Don't think he would bet 40 million ever in baseball

mpaschal34 · 03-24-19, 02:14 PM

Originally posted by LT Profits

Coming off of a career year too as he finally lived up to his potential, but that COULD also make him a tad overvalued entering this season.

Or he could be the next version of the old Jimmy Graham of New Orleans.