[LT Profits]

Courtesy of Footballguys.com


NFL | Josh Rosen needs mental stimulation
UCLA QB Josh Rosen needs to be 'challenged intellectually so he doesn't get bored,' according to his former coach Jim Mora Jr. 'He's a millennial. He wants to know why,' Mora said. 'Millennials, once they know why, they're good. Josh has a lot of interests in life. If you can hold his concentration level and focus only on football for a few years, he will set the world on fire. He has so much ability, and he's a really good kid.'


Browns | CLE targeting Josh Allen?
Wyoming QB Josh Allen is who the Cleveland Browns are targeting with the No. 1 overall draft pick, according to a friend of Browns general manager John Dorsey.


Giants | DaeSean Hamilton to work out for Giants
Penn State WR DaeSean Hamilton was invited to the New York Giants' local pro day, according to a source. His invite falls under rule exception for local participants.


Rams | Jared Goff taking steps to improve
Los Angeles Rams QB Jared Goff has already been working with his receivers this offseason, according to head coach Sean McVay.


Redskins | Josh Doctson to have more chances
Washington Redskins WR Josh Doctson will have 'more opportunities to make plays on 50-50 type balls' this coming season, according to head coach Jay Gruden. 'He's a guy that builds up his speed, and he can adjust to the ball like no other,' Gruden said. 'His 42-inch vertical is documented, so that's where he gets his separation, by leaping and adjusting to the ball.'


Chargers | Geno Smith to join LAC
Free-agent QB Geno Smith (Giants) has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, April 1, according to a source.


NFL | Lamar Jackson's stock trending upward?
University of Louisville QB Lamar Jackson is reportedly seeing his draft stock 'trend upward,' according to Yahoo! Sports Jordan Schultz, who believes the Arizona Cardinals are a possibility for him with the No. 15 pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.
Footballguys view: Jackson's stock is trending for multiple reasons. The more teams get to know his game, the more positive reports get out there. Jackson is incredibly athletic, but he lacks accuracy as a passer. With four QBs potentially going in the top 10, Jackson would be the next off the board...and he may not fall past 15 (Cardinals) in the 2018 NFL draft.


Source: footballguys.com

[mr. leisure]

Chargers | Geno Smith to join LAC
Free-agent QB Geno Smith (Giants) has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, April 1, according to a source.

There you go Jake

[mpaschal34]

Chargers | Geno Smith to join LAC
Free-agent QB Geno Smith (Giants) has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, April 1, according to a source.


There you go Jake

[Otters27]

Josh Rosen needs to be challenged so he doesn't get bored becuase he is a millenial. They are all millenials

[JAKEPEAVY21]

Chargers | Geno Smith to join LAC
Free-agent QB Geno Smith (Giants) has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, April 1, according to a source.

There you go Jake

not thrilled but he is probably one of the better backups in the league? He won't be playing anyhow.

[mr. leisure]

not thrilled but he is probably one of the better backups in the league? He won't be playing anyhow.

Fuk geno , bring back Charlie Whitehurst .

[LT Profits]

Redskins | Jordan Reed had toe procedure
Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (toes) had a procedure done on his toes, according to head coach Jay Gruden. Reed had a fractured toe last season, which caused him to compensate for it and suffer other injuries. Gruden is hopeful Reed will be 100 percent by training camp.


Patriots | Teams to call about Rob Gronkowski
New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will have teams calling about acquiring him, according to MMQB's Albert Breer.


Cardinals | David Johnson officially cleared
Arizona Cardinals RB David Johnson (wrist) has officially been medically cleared and will not be limited when the club begins their offseason program.


Giants | Odell Beckham trade talks 'very real'
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. could end up being dealt after all, as Adam Schefter of ESPN believes the trade discussions are 'very real, absolutely real.' He added that his 'personal guess' is that Beckham indeed gets traded.


Raiders | Jon Gruden hypes up Amari Cooper
Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden reiterated his plans on WR Amari Cooper being a central figure of the offense this season Monday, April 2, and went one step further by suggesting Cooper reminds him of a 'young Tim Brown.'


Broncos | Eric Decker hoping for a Denver reunion?
Free-agent WR Eric Decker (Titans) is 'definitely' receptive to a return to Denver, where he spent his first four seasons before leaving as a free agent to the New York Jets.


Cardinals | Brice Butler signs with Cardinals
Free-agent WR Brice Butler (Cowboys) signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals Monday, April 2. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Butler was an efficient deep receiver on a per snap basis, but the Cowboys still rarely used him and didn't make an attempt to retain him. The Cardinals are a wide receiver poor team right now and could use any help they can find at this stage of free agency. They should be looking for wide receivers in the draft.

Cardinals | Jordan Matthews has offer from Arizona
Free-agent WR Jordan Matthews (Bills) has been given an undisclosed offer from the Arizona Cardinals, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. As reported earlier, Matthews visited the New England Patriots Monday, April 2.

Footballguys view: The Cardinals are a very wide receiver poor team, but they did at least add Brice Butler this week. Matthews could struggle for playing time if he's signed because Larry Fitzgerald is doing a lot of work from the slot at this point in his career.

Bears | Benny Cunningham staying in Chicago
Free-agent RB Benny Cunningham (Bears) re-signed to an undisclosed deal with the Chicago Bears Monday, April 2, despite visiting with the New Orleans Saints.

Footballguys view: Cunningham can contribute some passing down snaps to spell Tarik Cohen and Jordan Howard. The coaching staff knows his game and wants to retain it.

Jets | Clive Walford claimed by Jets
Free-agent TE Clive Walford (Raiders) was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets Monday, April 2, according to a source.
Footballguys view: Walford's career has been derailed by an ATV accident, but he's still on his rookie contract and cheap. The Jets don't have an entrenched starting tight end, so it's a no risk move with some upside for them.


Source: footba

[mr. leisure]

There is a lot of wide receivers moving around this year.

[LT Profits]

Browns | Josh Rosen to visit Browns
UCLA QB Josh Rosen will visit the Cleveland Browns Thursday, April 5.


Browns | Lamar Jackson to visit Browns
Louisville QB Lamar Jackson will visit the Cleveland Browns next week.


Giants | Saquon Barkley to visit Giants
Penn State RB Saquon Barkley will visit the New York Giants Sunday, April 8.


Rams | Jared Goff already throwing to new receiver
Los Angeles Rams QB Jared Goff has already been throwing with newly acquired WR Brandin Cooks to grow a rapport with him.


Patriots | Rob Gronkowski expected to stay
Updating previous reports, New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski hasn't been involved in trade talks, and the Patriots expect to keep him.


Rams | Odell Beckham won't be going to Rams
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. had interest from the Los Angeles Rams, but the combination of trade compensation and a future extension made the price exorbitant. There were never serious negotiations between the clubs.


Patriots | Odell Beckham not on New England's radar
The New England Patriots are reportedly not considering a trade for New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. despite acquiring a second first-round pick as a result of the trade of WR Brandin Cooks to the Los Angeles Rams on Tuesday, April 3, according to CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora.


Broncos | Denver hosting draft's top QBs over next week
The Denver Broncos are scheduled to host UCLA QB Josh Rosen on Wednesday, April 4. USC QB Sam Darnold is expected to meet with the team Friday, April 6, and Wyoming QB Josh Allen is schedule to visit Denver on Monday, April 9.


Titans | Jordan Matthews meets with Tennessee
Free-agent WR Jordan Matthews (Bills) is visiting with the Tennessee Titans on Tuesday, April 3. Matthews, who reportedly has an offer from the Arizona Cardinals, has also met with the Green Bay Packers and the New England Patriots.


Steelers | Pittsburgh brings back Stevan Ridley
The Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed free-agent RB Stevan Ridley to a one-year contract Tuesday, April 3. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.


Rams | LA Rams hope to extend Brandin Cooks
The Los Angeles Rams have 'already expressed interest' in an extension with newly acquired WR Brandin Cooks, who is entering his contract year in 2018.


Rams | Brandin Cooks acquired by Rams
New England Patriots WR Brandin Cooks and a fourth-round pick were acquired by the Los Angeles Rams Tuesday, April 3, in exchange for a first-round pick and sixth-round pick.

Source: footballguys.com

[mpaschal34]

Don’t know if Jordan Matthews will find a home. Was horrible last year and can’t catch the ball.

[LT Profits]

Bills | Bills starting QB gig to be determined
Buffalo Bills QBs AJ McCarron and Nathan Peterman will take part in an 'open competition' for the role of starting quarterback, according to head coach Sean McDermott.


Texans | Deshaun Watson to be active for OTAs?
Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson (knee) 'may be able to do a few things with the team' once organized team activities begin, according to head coach Bill O'Brien, who added that he likes 'where he is right now' and that 'training camp is the ultimate goal for him.'


NFL | Auden Tate meets with three teams
Auburn WR Auden Tate said he has met with the Indianapolis Colts, New Orleans Saints and Cincinnati Bengals.

Footballguys view: The Saints just let another long receiver, Brandon Coleman, walk in free agency, so Tate would fill a hole in their passing attack. He could play a big role right away for the Colts with their thin receiving corps. Both would be much better fantasy destinations than Cincinnati.

49ers | Auden Tate meets with 49ers
Auburn WR Auden Tate met with the San Francisco 49ers Wednesday, April 4.

Footballguys view: Tate is a long receiver, but questions about his speed might hurt his stock. The 49ers could incorporate another outside receiver into their mix. Tate would provide an element they lack and the offense is on the rise. This would be a good fantasy destination for him.

NFL | Simmie Cobbs to work out for teams
Indiana WR Simmie Cobbs said he is scheduled to work out for the Indianapolis Colts and Chicago Bears in the next few days.

Footballguys view: Cobbs is a big receiver who could be a red zone specialist for Andrew Luck and compete early in his career with Ryan Grant to start. The Bears have Cameron Meredith who can provide size and start opposite Allen Robinson as long as his ACL recovery is okay.

Ravens | More on Robert Griffin's deal
Updating a previous report, Baltimore Ravens QB Robert Griffin III's one-year deal is worth $1 million, according to a source.


Dolphins | Dallas Goedert to work out for Dolphins
South Dakota State TE Dallas Goedert is scheduled to participate in a private workout with the Miami Dolphins, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Goedert has a game like pre-injury Jimmy Graham and would be a welcome addition to the Dolphins passing game, but he might not be on the board by the time their second-round pick is on the clock.

Eagles | Philly adding Richard Rodgers
Free-agent TE Richard Rodgers (Packers) agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles Wednesday, April 4, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Rodgers helps stop the bleeding at tight end after the team released Brent Celek and lost Trey Burton in free agency. He's a function adequate player but doesn't add much value on his snaps.

Lions | Detroit signing Matt Cassel
Free-agent QB Matt Cassel (Titans) is signing an undisclosed deal with the Detroit Lions Wednesday, April 4, according to a source.
Footballguys view: Cassel will compete with 2016 sixth-round pick Jake Rudock to back up Matthew Stafford.


Source: footballguys.com

[LT Profits]

A look at the last week in news affecting fantasy leagues around the NFL



AFC


Cincinnati

The Bengals said they have no intention of releasing LB Vontaze Burfict.
Why It Matters: Burfict is facing yet another suspension, this one for four games for performance-enhancing drugs, and the team could save 5.75 million in cap room this year if they release him. That would of course leave a big hole in their defense, one that the team has indicated they are not going to create. The fantasy matchup for opposing running backs facing the Bengals is likely to be improved for the first four games, but not longer.


Cleveland

Sports Illustrated’s Peter King was told by a friend of Browns GM John Dorsey that the team was taking Wyoming QB Josh Allen #1 and Penn State RB Saquon Barkley #4, assuming the Giants don’t take Barkley at #2.
Why It Matters: We shouldn’t believe anything we hear about a team’s draft plans in April, but this is at least notable because it goes counter to the prevailing belief that the Browns will select USC QB Sam Darnold #1. If Allen goes #1, in addition to some Browns fans jumping ship and draft analysts heads exploding, the Giants could then take Darnold #2, the Jets Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield or UCLA’s Josh Rosen, which would then leave one for the Broncos at #5 unless the Browns decided to trade down from #4 to Buffalo or Arizona, or even Denver to ensure that no one jumps them. The bottom line is that there are still countless scenarios in play and they could be in play until the Browns are on the clock at the end of the month.


New England

Reports of TE Rob Gronkowski’s discontent with the team and lack of a commitment from the 2018 season are increasing the chances that he gets traded in the offseason. Greg Bedard from the Boston Sports Journal reported that a “Belichick friendly source” said that the longer Gronkowski goes without committing to the team, the more likely it is that the team trades him.
Why It Matters: This item seems less important after the Patriots traded away Brandin Cooks. Gronkowski is essential to keep pressure on defenses and provide a threat in the middle of the field that opponents can’t easily defend. The idea of cracks in the Patriots culture is still one to file away, and Gronkowski getting worn out on the Patriots way could come up again in the future.

LaAdrian Waddle, 2017 third-round pick Antonio Garcia, and 2017 UDFA Cole Croston will all be part of the competition to be the Patriots left tackle in 2018.
Why It Matters: The Patriots don’t have a ready-made replacement for Nate Solder on the roster, and we’ve seen Tom Brady’s advantages disintegrate when teams can consistently get pressure on him from the edge, even as recently as the game at Miami last year. The play and development of whomever ends up in this spot will be a key factor to monitor this summer. The team could and should draft a tackle, but that player probably won’t be significantly better this year than the current trio on the roster.

The Patriots traded WR Brandin Cooks and a fourth-round pick to the Rams for the #23 overall pick and a sixth-round pick.
Why It Matters: The passing production pie in New England is probably getting smaller with Cooks and the way he opens up the field for his teammates. The Patriots do have Phillip Dorsett to deploy as an off-brand Cooks, and don’t forget about Cordarrelle Patterson. Kenny Britt and Malcolm Mitchell will have a larger opportunity to make an impact, but the pass offense is going to run through Julian Edelman, Chris Hogan, and Rob Gronkowski. This makes Tom Brady a less attractive early quarterback target. The Patriots likely had clarity that they weren’t going to sign Cooks long-term next year and took advantage of the Rams interest (they had been trying to deal for Cooks last year) to basically get Cooks as a cheap one-year rental in exchange for taking their first-round pick a year later and dropping a few rounds on the third day.

The Patriots signed TE Troy Niklas (Arizona).
Why It Matters: Niklas was once thought highly of enough to go in the second round. The Patriots will use his blocking and sometimes functional pass-catching to push Dwayne Allen and his 4.5 million dollar salary for the #2 tight end job. With Rob Gronkowski’s injury history, there’s some chance that Niklas will be fantasy relevant at some point this year - assuming he himself can stay on the field and avoid the trainer’s table.


New York Jets

The Jets signed RB Thomas Rawls (Seattle).
Why It Matters: As a rookie, Rawls was a fantasy sensation, but he hasn’t been the same since suffering a broken ankle late that season. The Jets have Isaiah Crowell, Bilal Powell, and Elijah McGuire on the roster, so even making the team will be difficult for Rawls, but he’s only 24 (turning 25 in August) and if his ankle is sound, he could still have room to improve and make the team.

The Jets claimed TE Clive Walford (Oakland) off of waivers and signed TE Bucky Hodges.
Why It Matters: Austin Seferian-Jenkins was not retained, so the team had last year’s fifth-round pick Jordan Leggett and 2017 holdovers Eric Tomlinson and Neal Sterling on the roster going into last week. Walford is the best all-around prospect of the group, but has failed to gain momentum since an ATV accident in the 2016 offseason. Hodges plays like a big receiver with some speed to threaten downfield and has the most fantasy intrigue. Chances are, no fantasy relevant player will come from the spot after Seferian-Jenkins broke a long drought for Jets tight ends in fantasy leagues.

Felony charges against WR Robby Anderson have been dropped.
Why It Matters: This might not allow Anderson to avoid a suspension, but it should reduce it. The Jets signed Terrelle Pryor and Quincy Enunwa will be back after a neck injury took away his 2017. They are also bringing back Jermain Kearse and 2017 draft picks Ardarius Stewart and Chad Hansen. There should be a spirited battle for playing time at the position, and as long as Josh McCown is healthy, there will be some production to go around.


NFC


Arizona

The Cardinals signed WR Brice Butler (Dallas) to a two-year contract.
Why It Matters: Larry Fitzgerald is the only proven wide receiver on the Cardinals roster, so Butler can compete with significant playing time with JJ Nelson and 2017 third-rounder Chad Williams. Butler was highly productive and efficient on limited targets in Dallas, but the team didn’t give him more playing time or choose to retain him in free agency, instead signing Deonte Thompson to be a deep threat. If Sam Bradford can stay healthy, Butler could make a bigger splash this year.

The Cardinals have extended a contract offer to WR Jordan Matthews (Buffalo).
Why It Matters: Matthews is taking visits elsewhere, so the offer couldn’t have been that rich. Matthews is getting little interest in free agency despite being only 25, perhaps because he is probably only a slot receiver and coming off of an injury-plagued season. He could be waiting a long time to get signed if he’s not on a roster before the draft.


Chicago

OL Kyle Long had elbow, neck and shoulder surgeries since his last game.
Why It Matters: Long is turning 30 this year, but his body might feel a lot older after these surgeries. The offensive line also has to replace Josh Sitton, so they need Long to be ready for Week 1 and his old self soon after. They recently signed Earl Watford (Arizona), but he is only a depth player.


Los Angeles Rams

The Rams acquired WR Brandin Cooks and a fourth-round pick from the Patriots for the #23 overall pick and a sixth-round pick.
Why It Matters: The Rams are clearly going for the Super Bowl this year. Cooks might be an upgrade from Sammy Watkins, and certainly adds value to Jared Goff’s fantasy stock. He doesn’t detract as much from Robert Woods and Cooper Kupp as you might think, as Watkins served more as a decoy and to cancel out the opposition’s best outside corner last year, allowing Kupp and Woods to be consistent producers. The Rams plan on signing Cooks long-term. If they don’t, they will have given up their first and second-round picks this year for one-year rentals. They need to get one of Cooks and DT Aaron Donald signed long-term by next year because they only have one tag to use per year and would likely lose one in free agency.


Minnesota

The Vikings signed WR Kendall Wright (Chicago).
Why It Matters: Wright projects as the #3 or #4 receiver depending on the development of 2016 first-round pick Laquon Treadwell. Wright will replace Jarius Wright, who signed in Carolina for more money. If Stefon Diggs or Adam Thielen miss time, Wright could matter in fantasy leagues, and he gives the Vikings a competent, versatile player for cheap to improve their three-wide sets.


New York Giants

ESPN’s Adam Schefter said he believes the Odell Beckham trade talk is “very real” and that his “personal guess” is that Beckham is traded with the draft as an “artificial deadline”.
Why It Matters: This story has become less exciting with the Rams trading for Brandin Cooks. Cooks was available for cheaper than what the Giants were asking for Beckham, and if they weren’t willing to pay it in their feverish “win now” state, then there probably isn’t a team that will meet the Giants demands. The Patriots have the ammunition now, but acquiring Beckham doesn’t match their usual way of doing business. It looks like Beckham will be a Giants this year, which means it’s very likely he’ll be a Giant for years to come because it makes no sense for them to keep him this year if they don’t intend on signing him to a long-term extension.


Philadelphia

The Eagles signed TE Richard Rodgers (Green Bay).
Why It Matters: The Eagles lost Trey Burton in free agency and released Brent Celek, so they had little at tight end behind Zach Ertz. Rodgers is merely a functional receiver who offers little in the way of athleticism, but he could have fantasy relevance if Ertz misses time because of the quality of the Eagles offense and production they had at tight end spread out among three players last year.


San Francisco

Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area believes that RB Joe Williams will have an “uphill battle” to make the final roster.
Why It Matters: Williams was a feel good story after the 49ers made a strong play for him early in the third day of last year’s draft. He had a good skillset and athleticism for Kyle Shanahan’s outside zone running game, but UDFA Matt Breida overshadowed him right away. Now the team has added Jerick McKinnon to replace Carlos Hyde, and they could still draft another back this year. Williams isn’t an obvious hold in dynasty leagues heading into draft season.


Washington

Head coach Jay Gruden said TE Jordan Reed had a procedure done on his toes.
Why It Matters: This explains why Reed is not expected to participate in OTAs. His season officially ended because of a hamstring, but a toe issue plagued him from the beginning of camp last year. Hopefully this helps his long-term durability, but Reed isn’t shedding the “fragile” label and his depressed ADP is probably appropriate with us not knowing what kind of condition he’ll be in at the beginning of camp and his long history of slow healing and injury accumulation.

Source: footballguys.com

[mr. leisure]

Bring on the draft , been dragging this out forever .

[Underdog5229]

Thanks for the info LT

[LT Profits]

49ers | Pierre Garcon will be ready
San Francisco 49ers WR Pierre Garcon (neck) is expected to 'come back healthy' next season, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan.


Patriots | Kenny Britt set for bigger role?
New England Patriots WR Kenny Britt should benefit from a full offseason to learn the offense, according to Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com, and Reiss believes Britt could take on an expanded role in 2018.


Lions | Michael Roberts could make a leap
Detroit Lions TE Michael Roberts is a 'very unique talent' and has a chance to take his performance to another level in 2018, according to general manager Bob Quinn. 'So, we're excited about his future, but I think it's really up to him to kind of take the next step because the talent's there,' Quinn said.


NFL | Ronald Jones improves time
Southern California RB Ronald Jones (hamstring) improved his time in the 40-yard dash to 4.48 seconds during a workout Thursday, April 5, and he said his injured hamstring was about 85 percent healed.


Eagles | Alshon Jeffery eyeing preseason
Philadelphia Eagles WR Alshon Jeffery's (shoulder) right arm remains in a sling and is not expected to participate in OTAs, but he is hoping to be ready for the preseason.


Giants | Mike Gesicki meets with NYG
Penn State TE Mike Gesicki had a pre-draft visit with the New York Giants Friday, April 6, according to a source.


Browns | Cleveland trades Kevin Hogan
Cleveland Browns QB Kevin Hogan was traded to the Washington Redskins Friday, April 6, in exchange for a 2018 sixth-round draft choice. The Redskins also acquired a 2018 sixth-round draft choice in the trade.

Footballguys view: The Browns have revamped the QB position by adding Tyrod Taylor and Drew Stanton this offseason. They should also be in line to select a quarterback with the no.1 overall pick in the 2018 NFL draft.

Redskins | Washington has meeting with Derrius Guice
Louisiana State RB Derrius Guice had dinner with Washington Redskins president Bruce Allen before his Pro Day earlier this week.

Footballguys view: Guice is one of the best backs in this draft class. He's instinctive and powerful when he runs and has the capability of being a bellcow back. Guice should be a second-round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, and there's a chance he could sneak into the end of the first round.

Redskins | Ronald Jones to visit
Southern California RB Ronald Jones is scheduled to have a pre-draft visit with the Washington Redskins Monday, April 9, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Washington is clearly working out late first- or early second-round picks at the running back position. 'RoJo' looks like a younger version of Jamaal Charles...even wearing the same number as the veteran back. He's a speed guy who could be a dynamic playmaker in the right role as a pro.

Ravens | Lamar Jackson to visit with Ravens
Louisville QB Lamar Jackson is scheduled to have a pre-draft visit with the Baltimore Ravens.

Footballguys view: The Ravens signed Robert Griffin III but that doesn't take them out of the running for a quarterback in the 2018 NFL draft. Jackson should go in the first round, and there's a chance he won't be on the board when the Ravens pick at 16 overall.

Chiefs | Kerwynn Williams works out for KC
Free-agent RB Kerwynn Williams (Cardinals) recently worked out for the Kansas City Chiefs.


Steelers | Pittsburgh meets with Brogan Roback
Eastern Michigan QB Brogan Roback had a pre-draft visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers earlier this week.


NFL | Mason Rudolph receiving solid interest
Oklahoma State QB Mason Rudolph has either met with or worked out for the Los Angeles Chargers, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots and Cincinnati Bengals.

Footballguys view: Rudolph reminds some in the scouting community of Nick Foles. He's a big pocket passer who can do some RPO stuff near the goal line (Rudolph scored 17 rushing touchdowns in college). Expect Rudolph to be a late first- or early second-round pick.

Saints | Cameron Meredith offer sheet terms
Updating a previous report, the New Orleans Saints will sign Chicago Bears restricted free-agent WR Cameron Meredith (knee) to a two-year offer sheet worth $9.6 million plus incentives with $5.4 million in guarantees.

Footballguys view: Meredith has been getting a bit of interest and now he has an offer. The Bears have five days to match or will lose Meredith without receiving any compensation.

Dolphins | Miami works out notable prospects Friday
Updating a previous report, University of Louisville QB Lamar Jackson, Florida State LB Matthew Thomas and South Carolina LB Skai Moore will join University of Georgia RB Sony Michel at the Miami Dolphins' local pro day on Friday, April 6.
Footballguys view: The Dolphins should be looking for quarterback help, and Jackson may be the only quarterback left over when they draft at no.11 overall. Michel is likely a second-round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, and he's drawn some comparisons to LeSean McCoy because of his dynamic playmaking ability as a runner or receiver out of the backfield.


Source: footballguys.com

[LT Profits]

Jets | Joh Allen to visit NYJ facility
Wyoming QB Josh Allen is scheduled to make a pre-draft visit to the New York Jets' facility. The Jets held a private workout for him last week inn Wyoming.


NFL | Dalton Schultz working with Zach Ertz
Stanford TE Dalton Schultz said he has been working with Philadelphia Eagles TE Zach Ertz in each of the last two offseasons. 'Having him in the weight room and out on the field to kind of like be that mentor that a young tight end would need is really valuable,' said Schultz.


Buccaneers | DeSean Jackson to be featured?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Jameis Winston posted on Twitter that he will 'personally' make sure to show how valuable WR DeSean Jackson is to the offense in 2018.


Eagles | Coach wants Carson Wentz to play smart
Philadelphia Eagles QB Carson Wentz (knee) needs to think about his longevity, according to head coach Doug Pederson, and Pederson said he is going to talk with Wentz about ways he can help ensure that he has a long career.


Bears | Mitchell Trubisky comfortable with offense
Chicago Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky said he feels like he is built for the new offense being installed for 2018. 'I just feel like this offense is going to utilize my talents more and the players I have around me,' Trubisky said. 'And hopefully we'll get rolling from there.'

Footballguys view: The kid is probably right. New head coach Matt Nagy is one of the most creative minds in football, and he'll do his best to craft a high-powered offense for Trubisky to run.

Eagles | Philly to meet with Derrius Guice
Louisiana State RB Derrius Guice is scheduled to have a pre-draft visit with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Footballguys view: Guice is one of the best backs in this class. He's got plenty of power to bull over defenders and Guice is the type of back who gets stronger as the game goes on. Guice should be an early second-round pick but he could sneak into the late first round. Even with Jay Ajayi already on the roster as the team's big back, the Eagles should have interest in a player like Guice to add more power to the backfield.

Giants | Odell Beckham likely will stay
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. is unlikely to be traded at this time, according to a source.
Footballguys view: The Rams were the team most likely to trade for Beckham...and they traded for Brandin Cooks instead. Beckham wants a new contract and is set to make around $8.5 million in 2018 on his fifth-year option. We'll see if he stays away until he gets his new deal.


Source: footballguys.com

[mr. leisure]

I didn`t think Odell would get traded .