[LT Profits]

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Lions | Danny Amendola signs with Lions
Free-agent WR Danny Amendola (Dolphins) agreed to a one-year deal worth as much as $5.75 million with the Detroit Lions Monday, March 11.
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Danny Amendola player page

Buccaneers | Adam Humphries to hit open market
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent WR Adam Humphries will be allowed to test the free-agent market. Negotiations with the receiver stalled, and he is reportedly seeking a deal between $8-10 million per season.
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Vikings | Kyle Rudolph staying put?
Minnesota Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph has not been asked to take a pay cut, according to his agent Brian Murphy, and Murphy said the Vikings want Rudolph to remain with the organization for 'years to come.'
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Vikings | Bigger role for Laquon Treadwell?
Minnesota Vikings WR Laquon Treadwell is expected to be more involved in the passing game under offensive advisor Gary Kubiak, according to head coach Mike Zimmer.

Footballguys view: A first-round pick in the 2016 NFL draft, Treadwell has been a career disappointment. He had a career-high 35 receptions in 2018 and only one receiving touchdown. We won't be counting on him to do much more, but this is a storyline worth watching in camp if you play in dynasty formats.

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Vikings | Latavius Murray not expected back with MIN
Minnesota Vikings impending free-agent RB Latavius Murray is not expected to re-sign with the Vikings this offseason unless he does not receive a lot of interest during free agency.

Footballguys view: The Vikings are set with Dalvin Cook as their lead back. Murray is looking for a starting role on the open market.

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Vikings | Trevor Siemian's return uncertain
Minnesota Vikings impending free-agent QB Trevor Siemian's future with the Vikings may depend on if the team believes QB Kyle Sloter is ready to be the No. 2 quarterback, in the opinion of The Minneapolis Star Tribune's Ben Goessling.

Footballguys view: Sloter has more upside than Siemian. We'll be monitoring his progress in super deep dynasty leagues. Siemian is a decent backup quarterback who can step in and start for a couple of games if need be. There should be a market for his services.

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Trevor Siemian player page

Jets | N.Y. wants to retain Andre Roberts Sun Mar 10, 02:08 PM
The New York Jets are attempting to re-sign WR/KR and unrestricted free agent Andre Roberts prior to the opening of free agency.

Footballguys view: The Jets want to retain Roberts, mainly because of the veteran depth he has as an experienced wideout plus the fact that he can contribute on special teams. They won't break the bank to keep him and Roberts has limited fantasy value.

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Source: footballguys.com

[JAKEPEAVY21]

looks like Adam Humphries might cash in

[mpaschal34]

Figured Amendola would end back up with the Patriots. Guess I was wrong.

[LT Profits]

Figured Amendola would end back up with the Patriots. Guess I was wrong.

Same here. And it is not as if the Lions gave him a shitload of money that Pats could not match.

[mpaschal34]

Maybe the Pats are counting on Josh Gordon to come back.

[SteveRyan]

Odell Beckham has been spotted in Vegas at one of the local fitness centers. He's talking with the 49'ers for sure and possibly one other team.

[LT Profits]

Odell Beckham has been spotted in Vegas at one of the local fitness centers. He's talking with the 49'ers for sure and possibly one other team.

ESPN's Jordan Raanan reports the Giants are not going to put Odell Beckham on the trade market this offseason.

"[Giants] are not actively going to go out and trade Odell Beckham Jr.," Raanan said. "But if somebody's going to talk to them about Odell and put in an offer, they're going to listen." Raanan continued that multiple sources have told him the Niners are interested and the No. 2 overall pick they possess could at least "get the Giants to think about it." New York would take on $16 million in dead money if it trades Beckham, so an offer would undoubtedly have to blow GM Dave Gettleman away if he decidedly sent his All-Pro wideout packing just one year into his recent five-year extension.

[Mr KLC]

Detroit Patriots

[Otters27]

Nick Foles gets his Pay Day and his shot at being the guy in the spotlight

[LT Profits]

NFL | Le'Veon Bell decision likely to come Tuesday
Impending free-agent RB Le'Veon Bell (Steelers) is expected to decide on his new team Tuesday, March 12.
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Eagles | Nelson Agholor expected to stay in Philly
Philadelphia Eagles WR Nelson Agholor is expected to remain with the Eagles and may not receive a new contract, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Eagles traded for DeSean Jackson to get him back in the fold on Monday. He's going to be their deep threat and Alshon Jeffery is going to be the no.1 wide receiver. There's room for Agholor and it sounds like he's not going anywhere for 2019. He's playing on the fifth-year option in 2019 with a price tag of $9.3 million.

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Nelson Agholor player page

Jets | Josh McCown still not ready to make decision
New York Jets impending free-agent QB Josh McCown said he has informed the Jets that he needs more time with his family before deciding if he will play in 2019.

Footballguys view: McCown could keep playing as a veteran backup and make millions. The Jets may move on and find a different backup to Sam Darnold in 2019.

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Josh McCown player page

Jets | More on Josh Bellamy situation Mon Mar 11, 08:39 PM
Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears impending free-agent WR Josh Bellamy is expected to sign a two-year contract with the New York Jets worth as much as $7 million, according to a source. The deal would include $2.75 million in guaranteed money.
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Josh Bellamy player page

Colts | Second-round tender for Chester Rogers
Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts restricted free-agent WR Chester Rogers has received the second-round tender offer, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Undrafted out of Grambling State a few years ago, this second-round tender means he's likely going to stay with the Colts. In 2018, Rogers had a career-high 53 catches, 485 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns. The Colts added Devin Funchess in free agency but that should not cut that much into Rogers' production.

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Chester Rogers player page

Eagles | Nate Sudfeld to receive middle tender
Philadelphia Eagles restricted free-agent QB Nate Sudfeld will receive the second-round tender offer, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Sudfeld, a sixth-round pick for Washington in the 2016 NFL draft, is likely to stay with the Eagles as the primary backup to Carson Wentz now that Nick Foles has signed with the Jaguars. He's a tall pocket passer with a big arm who we've been monitoring closely in deep dynasty formats.

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Colts | Indy to add Devin Funchess
Carolina Panthers impending free-agent WR Devin Funchess plans to sign a one-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts worth as much as $13 million, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Funchess is not a top-tier free agent, but he could contribute with an upgrade at the quarterback position with Andrew Luck. The big-bodied veteran had a down year with the Panthers in 2018 and should benefit from a change of scenery. Funchess has the size to be a threat in the red zone, and the Colts should have a high-powered offense. He's got WR2 upside for Fantasy GMs if he hits the numbers he had in 2017.

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Devin Funchess player page

Bears | Mike Davis contract details
Updating a previous report, Seattle Seahawks impending free-agent RB Mike Davis agreed to a two-year, $6 million contract with the Chicago Bears on Monday, May 11, which could be worth up to $7 million, according to a source.
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Bills | Buffalo has ancient stable of RBs
The Buffalo Bills have the three oldest running backs currently under contract in the NFL after the agreement to sign Miami Dolphins impending free-agent RB Frank Gore. RBs LeSean McCoy and Chris Ivory are both turn 31 before the 2019 season begins, while Gore turns 36 years old May 14.

Footballguys view: Some say 'ancient' while we say 'experienced' when it comes to the Bills RB corps. Gore still has something left in the tank and can be a grinder for Buffalo. McCoy should be the lead back and has the most big-play ability of the bunch.

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Frank Gore player page
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Chris Ivory player page

Titans | Adam Humphries to join Tennessee
Tampa Bay Buccaneers impending free-agent WR Adam Humphries plans to sign a four-year contract with the Tennessee Titans worth $36 million, according to sources.

Footballguys view: Humphries worked the underneath routes to become a favorite target of QB Jameis Winston in Tampa, and now he'll take that same skill set to Tennessee. The passing game with the Titans needs a consistent player and that's what Humprhies is. There's WR4 value with Humphries on his new team.

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Bills | Buffalo to sign Tyler Kroft
Cincinnati Bengals impending free-agent TE Tyler Kroft plans to sign a three-year contract with the Buffalo Bills worth $18.75 million, according to a source. The deal could be worth as much as $21 million.
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Tyler Kroft player page

Buccaneers | Tampa trading DeSean Jackson
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR DeSean Jackson will be traded to the Philadelphia Eagles, according to sources. It is not known what the Buccaneers will receive in the trade.
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DeSean Jackson player page

Jaguars | Blake Bortles on the way out
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Blake Bortles is expected to be released in light of the signing of QB Nick Foles.
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Dolphins | Miami interested in Tyrod Taylor
Cleveland Browns impending free-agent QB Tyrod Taylor is expected to receive interest from the Miami Dolphins during free agency, according to source. One source said Taylor is the team's leading candidate to serve as a bridge quarterback in 2019.

Footballguys view: The Dolphins are pretty much tanking in 2019. That makes Taylor a bridge to a potential franchise rookie quarterback in 2020. There is a chance that Kyler Murray (Oklahoma) falls the Dolphins in the 2019 NFL draft and that may tempt them to select him in the first round. If that happens, Taylor may not get long as the starter...if the Fins add him.

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Tyrod Taylor player page

Jaguars | Nick Foles agrees with Jaguars
Free-agent QB Nick Foles (Eagles) agreed to terms on a four-year, $88 million deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars Monday, March 11, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo. There is a maximum value of $102 million.

Footballguys view: The Jaguars wanted to move on from Blake Bortles, and that's why they're paying Foles like a top quarterback. He's proven in crunch time and the Jaguars are hoping they can make another playoff run with Foles running the show and the defense hopefully bouncing back with a better performance in 2019.

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Nick Foles player page

Bills | Frank Gore heading to Buffalo
Miami Dolphins impending free-agent RB Frank Gore agreed to terms on a one-year, $2 million deal with the Buffalo Bills Monday, March 11, according to a source.
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Frank Gore player page

Jets | Jamison Crowder update
Updating a previous report, Washington Redskins impending free-agent WR Jamison Crowder has agreed to a three-year, $28.5 million deal to join the New York Jets, according to a source. The contract includes $17 million in guaranteed money at signing.
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Lions | Jesse James plans to join Lions
Pittsburgh Steelers impending free-agent TE Jesse James plans to sign with the Detroit Lions, according to a source. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
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Jesse James player page

Jets | NYJ the favorite for Le'Veon Bell?
Updating an ongoing story, Pittsburgh Steelers impending free-agent RB Le'Veon Bell still drawing interest from the New York Jets, Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders, per sources. The Jets are the front runner, according to multiple sources.
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Le'Veon Bell player page

Bengals | C.J. Uzomah staying with Bengals
Cincinnati Bengals impending free-agent TE C.J. Uzomah agreed to terms on a three-year deal worth more than $18 million, according to a source.
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C.J. Uzomah player page

Patriots | Rob Gronkowski still mulling retirement
New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski has yet to make a decision about whether to retire or keep playing in 2019, according to a source.
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Jets | Ryan Tannehill an option for NY Jets?
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill may find an interested suitor in the New York Jets - and former Dolphins head coach Adam Gase - if Tannehill is eventually released as expected, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen.
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Source: footballguys.com

[JAKEPEAVY21]

wild day in NFL free agency yesterday...it seems most teams overpaid.

[LT Profits]

And today we should see where Le'Veon lands.

[mpaschal34]

And today we should see where Le'Veon lands.

Don’t see him getting the big contract....so will he sign a lesser deal? Hope he sits out another season.

Interesting that the Saints let Ingram go. Murray at 4 for $14M is a good deal though.

[LT Profits]

Yep, Latavius to the Saints and also John Brown to the Bills. Meanwhile, crickets surrounding the Le'Veon camp.

[LT Profits]

Don’t see him getting the big contract....so will he sign a lesser deal? Hope he sits out another season.

Interesting that the Saints let Ingram go. Murray at 4 for $14M is a good deal though.

With Anthony Barr backing out, Jets have the cap space to overpay for Bell.

[JAKEPEAVY21]

Bell making a mistake going to the Jets...

Browns trade for OBJ and seem to be stacked on both sides of the ball..

[Otters27]

Bell making a mistake going to the Jets...

Browns trade for OBJ and seem to be stacked on both sides of the ball..

Looking forward to Browns in the playoffs this year

[LT Profits]

Dolphins | DeVante Parker terms
Updating previous reports, Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker's two-year deal is worth $11.1875 million. He'll receive $4.5 million guaranteed and can earn $3 million more in incentives. The second year is a team option.
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DeVante Parker player page

Jets | Isaiah Crowell likely on the way out
New York Jets RB Isaiah Crowell is a strong candidate to be released no later than Friday, March 15 - the date where half of his $4 million base salary becomes fully guaranteed. The Jets will net $3 million in cap savings if they part ways with him by Friday while incurring $2 million worth of dead money on their salary cap.
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Isaiah Crowell player page

Jets | More on Le'Veon Bell contract terms
Impending free-agent RB Le'Veon Bell's reported four-year, $52.5 million contract with the New York Jets includes $35 million guaranteed and has a max value of $61 million, according to a source.
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Le'Veon Bell player page

Buccaneers | Tampa Bay keeping Cairo Santos around Tue Mar 12, 10:51 PM
Impending free-agent PK Cairo Santos agreed to terms on an undisclosed contract to remain with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday, March 12.
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Buccaneers | Breshad Perriman finds new home in Tampa
Updating a previous report, impending free-agent WR Breshad Perriman's agent and Cleveland Browns general manager John Dorsey mutually agreed to not follow through on their verbal agreement Tuesday, March 12. Perriman quickly find his next employer, however, agreeing to a one-year, $4 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Breshad Perriman player page

Giants | Odell Beckham traded
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. was traded to the Cleveland Browns Tuesday, March 12, in exchange for a 2019 first-round pick, the Browns' second third-round pick in 2019 and SS Jabrill Peppers according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Giants brass had enough with dealing with Beckham and they get a haul here but it seems a little light. Peppers is a good player and will step in and start right away for the Giants.

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Browns | Odell Beckham going to Cleveland
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. was acquired by the Cleveland Browns Tuesday, March 12, in exchange for a 2019 first-round pick, the Browns' second third-round pick in 2019 and SS Jabrill Peppers according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Browns get a great deal here for a 26-year old receiver in his prime. Beckham is under contract after just getting a new deal less than a year ago. He gets to reunite with former college teammate Jarvis Landry and create a dynamic duo at the wide receiver position. Baker Mayfield gets another great weapon to throw to...and oh yeah, they also have TE David Njoku, RB Kareem Hunt and RB Nick Chubb. This team should be a fantasy darling in 2019.

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Cardinals | Brett Hundley terms
Updating a previous report, Arizona Cardinals QB Brett Hundley's one-year deal is worth a maximum of $3 million.
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Bears | Cordarrelle Patterson going to NFC
New England Patriots impending free-agent WR Cordarrelle Patterson agreed to a two-year, $10 million deal with the Chicago Bears Tuesday, March 12, according to a source.
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Ravens | Mark Ingram close to Baltimore deal
Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints impending free-agent RB Mark Ingram is 'close' to a deal with the Baltimore Ravens, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Ravens are going to run the ball early and often in 2019. Ingram can be the lead back for the team with QB Lamar Jackson running the show. We'll see if this 'close' deal actually comes through.

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Mark Ingram II player page

Lions | Zach Zenner staying with Detroit
Detroit Lions RB Zach Zenner agreed to a new one-year contract with the Lions Tuesday, March 12. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Zach Zenner player page


Source: footballguys.com

[mpaschal34]

Love all the action....now we only have to wait almost 6 months.

[LT Profits]

Love all the action....now we only have to wait almost 6 months.

SBR NFL Draft contest coming next month.

[LT Profits]

Steelers | Eli Rogers re-ups with Steelers
Free-agent WR Eli Rogers (Steelers) re-signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal Thursday, March 14. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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Saints | Drew Brees clears cap space
New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees restructured his contract Thursday, March 14, to free up $10.1 million in salary cap space. Brees is due $23 million in 2019, and his contract is set to void after this season, which will leave $21.3 million in dead money whether he returns or not.
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Drew Brees player page

Buccaneers | Peyton Barber re-signed to one-year deal
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed RB Peyton Barber to a one-year contract worth $2.125 million on Wednesday, March 13. The deal involves $1 million in guaranteed money.
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Steelers | Donte Moncrief added by Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Steelers and free-agent WR Donte Moncrief (Jaguars) reached an agreement on a two-year deal on Thursday, March 14, according to a source.
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Donte Moncrief player page

Giants | Josh Rosen an option for NYG if available
Arizona Cardinals QB Josh Rosen likely would be a trade target for the New York Giants if he becomes available, according to sources.
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Josh Rosen player page

Giants | Eli Manning expected to receive bonus
New York Giants QB Eli Manning is scheduled to receive a $5 million roster bonus if he is on the roster Saturday, March 16, and the Giants plan on paying that bonus at this point, according to sources.
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Eli Manning player page

Dolphins | Teddy Bridgewater's visit with MIA over
Free-agent QB Teddy Bridgewater's (Saints) visit with the Miami Dolphins has concluded, and the two sides have not reached an agreement at this point.
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NFL | Matt LaCosse receiving interest
Free-agent TE Matt LaCosse (Broncos) is scheduled to meet with three teams over the next few days, according to a source.
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Patriots | Phillip Dorsett staying with Pats
Free-agent WR Phillip Dorsett (Patriots) agreed to terms a new one-year deal with the New England Patriots, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Phillip Dorsett player page

Saints | Latavius Murray officially joins NO
Free-agent RB Latavius Murray (Vikings) officially agreed to terms with the New Orleans Saints Wednesday, March 13.
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Latavius Murray player page

Bears | Mike Davis joins Chicago
Free-agent RB Mike Davis (Seahawks) officially agreed to terms with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, March 13.
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Mike Davis player page

Bears | Chicago officially adds Cordarrelle Patterson
Free-agent WR Cordarrelle Patterson (Patriots) officially agreed to terms with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, March 13.
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Cordarrelle Patterson player page

Jaguars | Blake Bortles cut
Jacksonville Jaguars QB Blake Bortles was released Wednesday, March 13.
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Colts | Jay Ajayi to visit Colts
Free-agent RB Jay Ajayi (Eagles) is scheduled to meet with the Indianapolis Colts next week, according to a source. He is scheduled to undergo a physical during the visit.
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Jay Ajayi player page

Redskins | No tender for Maurice Harris
Washington Redskins restricted free-agent WR Maurice Harris did not receive a tender offer and has become an unrestricted free agent.
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Maurice Harris player page

Saints | New Orleans to meet with Jared Cook
Free-agent TE Jared Cook (Raiders) is scheduled to meet with the New Orleans Saints Thursday, March 14, according to a source.
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Jared Cook player page

Bills | Andre Roberts joins Bills
Free-agent WR Andre Roberts (Jets) agreed to terms with the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, March 13, according to sources. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Andre Roberts player page

Packers | Marcedes Lewis to return to GB
Free-agent TE Marcedes Lewis (Packers) signed a new one-year deal with the Green Bay Packers Wednesday, March 13, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Marcedes Lewis player page

Bears | Cody Parkey let go
Chicago Bears PK Cody Parkey was officially released Wednesday, March 13.
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Cody Parkey player page

Dolphins | Clive Walford joining Miami
Free-agent TE Clive Walford (Jets) signed a one-year deal with the Miami Dolphins Wednesday, March 13, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Walford played his college ball for the University of Miami. He's got talent but his game is inconsistent in multiple stops around the pros. We're not too fired up about his dynasty prospects and have not been for quite some time.

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Clive Walford player page

Saints | New Orleans may pursue Ryan Tannehill
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill is expected to receive interest from the New Orleans Saints if the Saints are not able to re-sign free-agent QB Teddy Bridgewater.

Footballguys view: The Saints are just in need of a veteran backup for Drew Brees. Taysom Hill is on the roster, but he's more of a gadget player than a quarterback.

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Ryan Tannehill player page
Teddy Bridgewater player page

Eagles | Philly officially acquires DeSean Jackson
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR DeSean Jackson was officially acquired by the Philadelphia Eagles Wednesday, March 13, in exchange for a 2019 sixth-round draft choice. The Eagles also received 2020 seventh-round draft choice in the trade.

Footballguys view: Jackson is back with the Eagles, a natural fit to be sure. He's going to stretch the field for QB Carson Wentz in 2019.

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DeSean Jackson player page

Ravens | Mark Ingram officially joins Ravens
Free-agent RB Mark Ingram (Saints) officially signed with the Baltimore Ravens Wednesday, March 13.

Footballguys view: Ingram leaves the Saints to be the lead back for the Ravens. Baltimore wants to run the ball and play great defense in 2019, so Ingram will be a key contributor to what they do. Ingram should be seen as a RB2 with upside for Fantasy GMs.

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Mark Ingram II player page

49ers | Tevin Coleman joining 49ers
Free-agent RB Tevin Coleman (Falcons) agreed to terms on a two-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers Wednesday, March 13, worth $10 million, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Coleman is familiar with Kyle Shanahan from their days together in Atlanta when Shanahan was the offensive coordinator and they made a Super Bowl run. He's set to compete for the top spot in San Francisco, with Matt Breida (and may Jerrick McKinnon) in line to be his biggest competition.

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Tevin Coleman player page

Bills | Tyler Kroft signs with Buffalo
Free-agent TE Tyler Kroft (Bengals) officially signed with the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, March 13.

Footballguys view: We should see Kroft work as a part of the Bills TEBC. Kroft missed almost all of last season with a broken foot and should not be fantasy relevant.

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Tyler Kroft player page

Bills | Frank Gore officially signs with BUF
Free-agent RB Frank Gore (Dolphins) officially signed with the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, March 13.

Footballguys view: Gore isn't what he used to be but he can still be a grinder for the Bills. LeSean McCoy should still be the lead back but Gore could get some work as a short-yardage and goal-line back.

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Bills | Buffalo signs John Brown
Free-agent WR John Brown (Ravens) officially signed with the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, March 13.

Footballguys view: Brown joins the Bills to be their deep threat. Second-year quarterback Josh Allen has a rocket arm and Brown has the speed to run down those deep targets.

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John Brown player page

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Bills | Cole Beasley officially joins Bills Wed Mar 13, 05:31 PM
Free-agent WR Cole Beasley (Cowboys) officially signed with the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, March 13.

Footballguys view: Beasley is part of the revamped wide receiver corps for the Bills. He should provide a relief valve target for second-year quarterback Josh Allen. The offense is not high powered through the air, so don't expect Beasley to do more than what he did with the Cowboys.

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Cole Beasley player page

Redskins | Washington officially acquires Case Keenum
Denver Broncos QB Case Keenum was officially acquired by the Washington Redskins Wednesday, March 13, in exchange for a 2020 sixth-round draft choice. The Redskins will also receive a 2020 seventh-round pick in the trade.

Footballguys view: Keenum won't be given the starting job but he is there to compete with Colt McCoy. We imagine he will end up earning the top spot for Washington.

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Case Keenum player page

Browns | Odell Beckham Jr. trade official
Updating previous reports, the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants finalized the trade to send WR Odell Beckham Jr. to the Browns on Wednesday, March 13.

Footballguys view: Are the Browns Super Bowl contenders after this move? That's not an outlandish question given the talent the Browns have on both sides of the ball. They'll be an exciting offense and Fantasy GMs should be stacking with Cleveland players in 2019. It feels weird just thinking that but it's true -- the Browns are loaded.

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Odell Beckham Jr player page

Redskins | Adrian Peterson staying in Washington
Washington Redskins impending free-agent RB Adrian Peterson is re-signing to a two-year deal Wednesday, March 13. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: There was some thought that Peterson would be moving on after just one season. What a season it was! Peterson showed he still had something left in the tank, rushing for over 1,000 yards. He'll be in for the same role in 2019. Peterson has low-end RB2 potential for Fantasy GMs.

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Raiders | Oakland agrees with Tyrell Williams
Los Angeles Chargers impending free-agent WR Tyrell Williams agreed to an undisclosed deal with the Oakland Raiders Wednesday, March 13, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Raiders get a speedy wide receiver to create a new three wide receiver set of Williams, Antonio Brown and Jordy Nelson. Williams stays in the AFC West and should have a larger role than he did with the Chargers over the last couple of seasons. Back in 2016, Williams had 69 catches for 1,059 yards and seven touchdowns. He finished as the no.13 fantasy receiver (standard scoring leagues) that year and is hoping for a bounce back to that level of production.

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Source: footballguys.com

[mpaschal34]

SBR NFL Draft contest coming next month.

Weeeeeeeee!

[LT Profits]

First Wave Free Agency Player Movement Recap

The week before free agency was action-packed as usual, and we knew most of the headlines from the massive period of player movement before the start of the new league year, but not everything. Let’s run down the recent player movement news, division by division and team by team.

AFC East

Buffalo - Signed WR Cole Beasley (Dallas) to a four-year, $29 million dollar deal, signed WR John Brown (Baltimore) to a three-year, $27 million dollar deal, signed TE Tyler Kroft (Cincinnati) to a three-year, $18.75 million dollar deal, signed C Mitch Morse (Kansas City) to a four-year, $44.5 million dollar deal, signed RB Frank Gore (Miami) to a one-year, $2 million dollar deal, signed CB Kevin Johnson (Houston) to a one-year, $2 million dollar deal, signed OL Ty Nsekhe (Washington) to a two-year, $14.5 million dollar deal

So much for all of the noise about Buffalo being a bad destination for players after Antonio Brown and Anquan Boldin spurned them. Brown is the most important fantasy addition, giving the Bills two speed receivers (along with 2018 UDFA Robert Foster, who broke out in the second half of the season) who can harness Josh Allen’s arm strength and talent combined with his ability to extend plays. Beasley will be a reliable option for high percentage targets from the slot, getting open early in plays, but this signing doesn’t dovetail with an Allen strength, as his short-area accuracy can be spotty. Kroft has been held back by injuries and with have competition for tight end targets from converted wide receiver Jason Croom, who had a few big plays last year. Croom’s arrow is pointing up and he shouldn’t be forgotten. Morse stops the bleeding from Eric Wood’s unexpected retirement last year, Nsekhe gives the team a reasonably priced option to start at right tackle, and Gore will give the team a hard-nosed runner to spell LeSean McCoy in what should be a run-heavy attack. Johnson is an underrated under the radar signing. He was a first-round pick in 2014, is only 26, was held back by injuries more than poor play, and will be reunited with position coach John Butler, who was with him in Houston.

Miami - re-signed WR DeVante Parker to a two-year, $13 million dollar deal

The Dolphins released guard Josh Sitton and slot receiver Danny Amendola (signed by Detroit), and lost Gore, defensive end Cameron Wake (to Tennessee), and tackle Ju’Wuan James (to Denver) in free agency to accompany the quiet start to free agency for the usually active team. Parker is getting a fresh start with Adam Gase gone, but who is going to play quarterback? Certainly not Ryan Tannehill. Albert Wilson has a path to leading this team in targets with Amendola gone and 2018 fourth-round pick Kalen Ballage should be the #2 back, if not 1A with Gore flying north. This should be one of the most underwhelming offenses in the league.

New England - re-signed WR Phillip Dorsett to a one-year deal, re-signed DB Jason McCourtyto a two-year deal, assigned original round tender to WR Josh Gordon, acquired DL Michael Bennett and a 2020 seventh-round pick for a 2020 fifth-round pick, signed WRs Bruce Ellingtonand Maurice Harris to one-year deals

It was a typical open of free agency for Bill Belichick. The team will likely recoup compensatory picks in the third round for losing Trey Flowers (to Detroit) and Trent Brown (to Oakland), and certainly wasn’t going to break the bank for anyone to derail those gains. Dorsett could get more snaps next year with his return, and the team might be expecting Gordon back if they don’t make any significant moves at wide receiver. They were also in on slot receiver Adam Humphries, who ended up in Tennessee. It’s notable that Tennessee and Detroit, with former members of the Patriots organization at general manager and head coach, signed the Patriots biggest free agency prize and outbid them for their top target. Getting Bennett for couch cushion change (just like the Eagles did last year) is a smart move to get out ahead of losing Flowers. He was making noise about wanting a raise after Brandon Graham was re-signed by the Eagles, but might quiet down with a chance to get a ring under Belichick. Ellington could be productive in this offense if he stays healthy, which is a big if. Harris had some moments with Washington and could make the team if Josh Gordon isn't reinstated.

New York Jets - signed WR Jamison Crowder (Washington) to a three-year, $28.5 million dollar deal, signed RB Le’Veon Bell (Pittsburgh) to a four-year, $52.5 million dollar deal, signed LB CJ Mosley (Baltimore) to a five-year, $85 million dollar deal, acquired OL Kelechi Osemele and a 2019 sixth-round from Oakland for a 2019 fifth-round pick

The Jets made some noise with their copious cap room. Bell will raise the level of an offense that now has three complementary receivers entering their primes with the addition of Crowder, who has been slowed by injuries the last two years (the team also extended Quincy Enunwa late last year and gave Robby Anderson a second-round tender that probably won’t draw an offer). Sam Darnold also has a young receiving tight end in Chris Herndon, so the offense has no shortage of targets. Mosley will pair with Avery Williamson as the team is admitting their mistake of drafting Darron Lee in the first round in 2016. Mosley isn’t as good as his contract suggests, but he’ll still be a big jump up from Lee. Osemele will shore up the interior line if healthy, another use of the gobs of cap room to hopefully immediately improve the offense. The Jets also had signed Anthony Barr before he had a change of heart and returned to Minnesota instead.

AFC South

Houston - signed S Tashaun Gipson Sr (Jacksonville) to a three-year, $22 million dollar deal, signed CB Bradley Roby (Denver) to a one-year, $10 million dollar deal

The Texans mostly sat on the sidelines, with the exception of some shuffling of the secondary. Roby will start opposite Johnathan Joseph and Gipson will replace Tyrann Mathieu, who like Roby signed a one-year prove it deal with the team last year. Interestingly, the team didn’t upgrade at running back or on the offensive line, and they appear to be sticking with Lamar Miller, although there’s still the second wave of free agency and the draft ahead.

Indianapolis - signed WR Devin Funchess (Carolina), to a one-year, $13 million dollar deal, re-signed CB Pierre Desir to a three-year, $22.5 million dollar deal, re-signed DL Margus Hunt to a two-year, $9 million dollar deal

Despite having among the biggest amounts of cap room in the league, the Colts sat back and only added Funchess, who gives them another big target for Andrew Luck. He should have some fantasy relevance if he can wrestle red zone targets away from Eric Ebron. The team focused on retaining key 2018 performers at reasonable prices. Desir stopped the bleeding in a ragtag cornerback room, Hunt was a revelation after never delivering on his immense potential in Cincinnati, and the team also re-signed OL Mark Glowinski earlier in the offseason after he gelled with one of the most improved offensive lines in the league. Chris Ballard is smartly slow-playing the surplus of money and staying the course to build on 2018’s success.

Jacksonville - signed QB Nick Foles (Philadelphia) to a four-year, $88 million dollar deal, re-signed OL AJ Cann to a three-year deal, released QB Blake Bortles

The Jaguars spending sprees in free agency are over. Recent big signings Malik Jackson, Tashaun Gipson Sr, and Jeremy Parnell were all released before free agency to make room for Foles contract. Carlos Hyde was also let go as it appears the team threw away a fifth-round pick to acquire his services in a lost season last year. Foles will certainly improve the teams quarterback play and provide leadership, but unless the defense gets their swagger and weekly impact back, this team is still probably going to back to the familiar bottom dweller surroundings.

Tennessee - signed DE Cameron Wake (Miami) to a three-year, $23 million dollar deal, signed WR Adam Humphries (Tampa Bay) to a four-year, $36 million dollar deal, signed OL Rodger Saffold (Los Angeles Rams) to a four-year, $44 million dollar deal, re-signed S Kenny Vaccaro to a four-year, $26 million dollar deal

The Titans actually beat out Belichick for Humphries, in a move that could be a clue to new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith’s priorities. He’ll provide Marcus Mariota with high percentage throws from the slot. Wake helps a defense that has struggled to get consistent play from the edge and pair with 2018 second-round pick Harold Landry on passing downs. Saffold patches a hole on the line and is extra sweet for the team because they beat out the division rival and winning Texans, who have one of the league’s worst lines, for him. The Titans were smart to lock up Vaccaro before a hot safety market set his price higher than the bargain they got after picking him as a reclamation project last year.

AFC North

Baltimore - signed RB Mark Ingram II (New Orleans) to a three-year, $15 million dollar deal, signed S Earl Thomas (Seattle) to a four-year, $55 million dollar deal, re-signed TE Nick Boyle to a three-year, $18 million dollar deal

The Ravens lost John Brown, Eric Weddle, Za’Darius Smith, Terrell Suggs, and CJ Mosley before making a move during the free agency period, but that was forgotten when they landed Thomas to replace and upgrade from Weddle and provide more back end help when the team sends blitzes at the opposing quarterback. Ingram will become the instant #1 on the run-heaviest team in the league and could not have landed in a better spot for his fantasy stock. Boyle will help as a top blocking tight end and his price didn’t look nearly as bad once lesser tight ends got as much or similar amounts in free agency.

Cincinnati - re-signed OT Bobby Hart to a three-year, $21 million dollar deal, re-signed TE CJ Uzomah to a three-year, $18 million dollar deal, signed CB BW Webb (New York Giants) to a three-year deal.

The Bengals return one of the worst right tackles in the league and a decent tight end. Yawn. This team is about to go through some hard times. Their first new signing, Webb is actually underrated and should upgrade the Bengals secondary.

Cleveland - traded the #17 and #95 picks in the 2019 draft, and S Jabrill Peppers to the Giants for WR Odell Beckham Jr, traded OG Kevin Zeitler to the Giants for EDGE Olivier Vernon, signed DL Sheldon Richardson (Seattle) to a three-year, $36 million dollar deal

No team made more of a move on their divisional foes than the Browns did by acquiring Beckham. Obviously it greatly expands the potential of their offense and creates a ton of fantasy ripple effect that will we examine in a soon-to-come roundtable. They have 2018 second-round pick Austin Corbett to replace Zeitler and adding Vernon and Richardson makes their pass rush ridiculously good on paper. Browns fans are already excited, and now their legion should grow.

Pittsburgh - signed CB Steven Nelson (Kansas City) to a three-year, $25.5 million dollar deal, signed WR Donte Moncrief (Jacksonville) to a two-year deal, traded WR Antonio Brown to Oakland for the #66 and #142 picks in the 2019 draft

The reign may be over for the Steelers. Brown’s loss will surely affect the offense. If Moncrief can stay healthy, he could help their downfield passing game recover from the loss, but Brown’s impact on the offense can’t be overstated. Juju Smith-Schuster will get more targets and more attention from defenses. Nelson should start in a beleaguered secondary that continues to search for solutions. Jesse James was allowed to walk in free agency, which should help Vance McDonald get more targets.

AFC West

Denver - signed OT Ja’Wuan James (Miami) to a four-year, $51 million dollar deal, signed DB Kareem Jackson (Houston) to three-year, $33 million dollar deal, traded a 2020 seventh-round pick and QB Case Keenum to Washington for a 2020 sixth-round pick, traded a 2019 fourth-round pick to Baltimore for QB Joe Flacco

John Elway appears to have rose-colored glasses on when it comes to evaluating Joe Flacco, but he could be an improvement as a downfield passer compared to Keenum. James should benefit from new offensive line coach Mike Munchak, although the Broncos also lost Billy Turner and Matt Paradis from their offensive line in free agency. Jackson has versatility to play just about anywhere in the secondary. The Broncos are treading water in a division that is getting tougher by the year.

Kansas City - signed DB Tyrann Mathieu (Houston) to a three-year, $42 million dollar deal, signed RB Carlos Hyde (Jacksonville) to a one-year, $2.8 million dollar deal, released S Eric Berry and OLB Justin Houston, traded OLB Dee Ford to San Francisco for a 2020 second-round pick, signed EDGE Alex Okafor (New Orleans) to a three-year, $18 million dollar deal

The Chiefs lost the two best edge rusher from the 31st ranked defense in the league, although that’s not really their blueprint for winning games. It’s still hard to know how they will generate pressure from the edge, but they did at least add Okafor, who had a renaissance in New Orleans. Hyde gives them a banger to pair with Damien Williams in a move that makes it less likely that they will draft a running back high in April, a win for Williams fantasy stock. For the second straight year, they were in on a big name that some didn’t see coming. Berry’s run with the team is over and Mathieu should be a boost to a secondary that struggled to stop opposing passing games last year. The team will probably look to Austin Reiter to replace starting center after he signed with Buffalo.

Los Angeles Chargers - signed QB Tyrod Taylor (Cleveland) to a two-year deal, signed LB Thomas Davis (Carolina) to a two-year, $10.5 million dollar deal, re-signed LB Denzel Perrymanto a two-year deal

The Chargers approached this free agency period like a team that is settled and not looking to make a splash. They did lose Tyrell Williams as expected, but have 2017 first-round pick Mike Williams waiting the wings. Davis and Perryman will shore up and stability a linebacker group that has had some turnover in recent years. Taylor backs up one of the most durable quarterbacks in the league and is unlikely to see much playing time in a blow to the Dolphins plans to find a starting quarterback for this season.

Oakland - traded the #66 and #142 picks in the 2019 draft to Pittsburgh for WR Antonio Brown, signed WR Tyrell Williams (Los Angeles Chargers) to a four-year, $44 million dollar deal, signed DB Lamarcus Joyner (Los Angeles Rams) to a four-year, $42 million dollar deal, signed OT Trent Brown (New England) to a four-year, $66 million dollar deal, released WR Jordy Nelson

The Raiders got Brown for a laughably low price because they were willing to give him new money. He should rack up short catches with Derek Carr’s penchant for the safe play. Williams can be a complementary deep threat if the line gels after losing Kelechi Osemele in a cap relief trade to the Jets while adding Brown to replace Donald Penn, all under the tutelage of Tom Cable. Joyner will pair with Karl Joseph in the middle of the secondary. Oakland is not sitting back after trading two of their best players for draft picks last year, but are still a ways behind the Chiefs and Chargers.

NFC East

Dallas - re-signed WR Tavon Austin to a one-year deal, picked up the five million dollar option on WR Allen Hurns, re-signed OT Cameron Fleming to a two-year, $8.5 million dollar deal

The Cowboys are treading water. They will get some contributions from Austin, and Hurns could help replace Cole Beasley in the slot. Fleming gives them a top-end swing tackle. The biggest story of the offseason is the still the push to get Demarcus Lawrence signed long-term. Earlier this offseason, the team restructured Sean Lee’s contract to basically become backup money to open up more room for the huge deal that will be necessary to secure Lawrence’s services long term.

New York Giants - traded EDGE Olivier Vernon and WR Odell Beckham Jr to Cleveland for OG Kevin Zeitler, S Jabrill Peppers, #17 and #95 picks in the 2019 draft, signed S Antoine Bethea(Arizona) to a two-year deal, gave WR Corey Coleman an original-round RFA tender, paid QB Eli Manning a five million dollar roster bonus, signed WR Golden Tate to a four-year, $37.5 million dollar deal, signed EDGE Markus Golden (Arizona) to a one-year deal

What is Dave Gettleman thinking? The team seems to be rebuild mode with the trade of Beckham, but they are keeping Manning and signed an aging safety (who does at least reunite with his defensive coordinator in Arizona). Golden could provide sorely needed pressure from outside at a bargain price if he's all the way back from his 2017 ACL tear, and he also played under defensive coordinator James Bettcher in Arizona. Coleman is notable because he was picked up after being a street free agent and now appears to be the replacement for Beckham. Saquon Barkley is clearly going to be the focus of opposing defenses, although Tate will help on passing downs with his steady game. Tate’s addition throws a little cold water on Sterling Shepard and Evan Engram’s bump in fantasy value after Beckham was dealt. The team also let Landon Collins walk with no tag applied. He signed with a division rival in Washington.

Philadelphia - traded a 2019 sixth-round pick to Tampa for WR Desean Jackson and a 2020 seventh-round pick, re-signed OT Jason Peters, signed DL Malik Jackson (Jacksonville) to a three-year, $30 million dollar deal, traded DL Michael Bennett and a 2020 seventh-round pick to New England for a 2020 fifth-round pick, re-signed DE Brandon Graham to a three-year, $40 million dollar deal

The Eagles masterfully navigated their decisions to preserve 2020 comp picks coming for Nick Foles and Jordan Hicks by trading to reunite with Desean Jackson and signing Malik Jacksonafter he was released. Bennett became expendable after Graham was extended. The offense gains a legitimate field stretcher, which was sorely needed and they chose to keep Nelson Agholor on his 9+ million dollar fifth-year option even after acquiring Jackson. Peters is back for another year after being a stalwart on one of the best lines in the league. Howie Roseman probably isn’t done yet, but he is demonstrating higher level thinking among NFL decision makers yet again.

Washington - traded a 2020 sixth-round pick to Denver for QB Case Keenum and a 2020 seventh-round pick, signed S Landon Collins to a six-year, $84 million dollar deal, signed RB Adrian Peterson to a two-year deal

The Broncos also picked up half of Keenum’s seven million dollar salary, so Washington gets a cheap option to compete with Colt McCoy and a possible rookie pick at quarterback. Collins will be a strong presence as a box safety, although the team didn’t retain Ha-ha Clinton-Dix after giving up a fourth-round pick for him. Peterson was excellent and fits the team’s attitude on offense, which takes even more wind out of Derrius Guice’s sails (not this offense was going to get him out of doldrums.

NFC North

Chicago - signed CB Buster Skrine (New York Jets) to a three-year deal, signed RB Mike Davis(Seattle) to a two-year, $6 million dollar deal, signed WR Cordarrelle Patterson (New England) to a two-year, $10 million dollar deal, signed S Ha-ha Clinton-Dix (Washington) to a one-year deal.

The Bears made only minor moves, replacing Bryce Callahan and Adrian Amos with Skrine and Clinton-Dix in moves that could downgrades in an otherwise stacked defense, adding Patterson’s kick return chops and possible contributions as a package player in a creative offense, and signing a more versatile back in Davis than Jordan Howard, who could be dealt in an “waiting for the other shoe to drop” scenario. They are in the mix to go deep in the playoff if Mitchell Trubisky takes a step forward and didn’t need to make the kind of dramatic moves than typified their 2018 offseason and preseason.

Detroit - signed DE Trey Flowers (New England) to a five-year, $90 million dollar deal, signed TE Jesse James (Pittsburgh) to a four-year, $25 million dollar deal, signed WR Danny Amendolato a one-year, $4.5 million dollar deal, signed DB Justin Coleman (Seattle) to a four-year, $36 million dollar deal

The Lions at least addressed a huge weakness on defense when they added Flowers, who head coach Matt Patricia knows well from their time together in New England. Amendola was also a Patriot when Patricia was there and he plugs the hole left by the Golden Tate deal. Coleman also fills a big hole at slot corner, and James at tight end, but the Lions aren’t really that much closer to catching the Bears than they were a week ago despite the additions.

Green Bay - signed EDGE Za’Darius Smith (Baltimore) to a four-year, $66 million dollar deal, signed EDGE Preston Smith (Washington) to a four-year, $52 million dollar deal, signed S Adrian Amos (Chicago) to a four-year, $37 million dollar deal, signed OL Billy Turner (Denver) to a four-year, $28 million dollar deal, released EDGE Nick Perry, tendered WRs Jake Kumerow and Geronimo Allison

Brian Gutekunst continues to make to tenure of Ted Thompson a distant memory with his free agent spending. The team gets two edge rushers who might have their best football ahead of them, an upgrade from Ha-ha Clinton-Dix (who ironically will replace Amos in Chicago), and a starter at guard for a reasonable price. Kumerow and Allison will compete with the trio of draft picks from last year to win the snaps at wide receiver under Davante Adams on the depth chart.

Minnesota - re-signed LB Anthony Barr to a five-year, $67.5 million dollar deal

One year after Kirk Cousins led a very active offseason in personnel moves for the Vikings, the only real noise was a last second decision by Barr to return to the team after originally agreeing to sign with the Jets. Barr hasn’t been the impact player envisioned when he went in the top 10 in 2014, but Minnesota doesn’t really anyone developing behind him to take his place. They could be at a crossroads after advancing the NFC title game in 2017. Look for 2018 UDFA Mike Boone to replace Latavius Murray after he left for New Orleans in free agency.

NFC South

Atlanta - signed OG Jamon Brown to a three-year, $18.75 million dollar deal, signed OG James Carpenter to four-year, $21 million dollar deal

The Falcons are continuing to tinker with their roster in hopes that they can get back to the pinnacle after the Super Bowl collapse. Brown and Carpenter should help at sore spots on the offensive line. Tevin Coleman is gone to San Francisco, but the team kept DT Grady Jarrett from getting to free agency with a franchise tag.

Carolina - released OT Matt Kalil, picked up the option for WR Torrey Smith, signed C Matt Paradis (Denver) to a three-year, $27 million dollar deal, re-signed OT Daryl Williams to a one-year, $7 million dollar deal

The Panthers offensive line is now Kalil-less, but at least they got a replacement for Ryan for a very good price. Matt will cost almost five million in cap room this year and ten next year. Williams is a solid right tackle, although the team might not have needed him with the emergence of Taylor Moton. Smith will be a field stretcher, but Devin Funchess is gone to the Colts, so DJ Moore and Curtis Samuel should see their snaps increase. It also looks like Greg Olsen will be back for another season.

New Orleans - signed RB Latavius Murray (Minnesota) to a four-year, $14.4 million dollar deal, signed DT Malcom Brown (New England) to a three-year, $15 million dollar deal, re-signed QB Teddy Bridgewater to a one-year, $7.25 million dollar deal

Team favorite Mark Ingram II is gone for similar money in a bit of a headscratcher, but apparently he was telling the Saints he wanted more money to return than the Ravens ended up giving him. Murray will replace what Ingram provided as a runner, but can’t contribute as much in the passing game. Brown will bolster a solid defensive tackle rotation. The Saints were so close last year and aren’t looking to change much with Drew Brees still keeping them in a Super Bowl window. They brought back Teddy Bridgewater (who spurned a chance to start in Miami) and are trying to sign Jared Cook at the time of this writing.

Tampa Bay - traded WR Desean Jackson and a 2020 seventh-round pick to Philadelphia for a 2019 sixth-round pick, signed WR Breshad Perriman to a one-year, $4 million dollar deal, re-signed RB Peyton Barber to a one-year deal, $2.125 million dollar deal, signed LB Deone Bucannon to a one-year, $2.5 million dollar deal

After the signing of Jackson brought a lot of excitement to the offense two years ago, he’s headed back to Philly. Perriman had a change of heart about going back to Cleveland after the Odell Beckham Jr trade and will replace the deep speed Jackson brought to the offense. Chris Godwin should also see a bigger role in his third year. Barber will play a role in the backfield, but so will 2018 second-round pick Ronald Jones and the Bucs look like a prime candidate to take a back high in the draft for a second straight year. Bucannon was out of place with Steve Wilks in Arizona last year, but Bruce Arians and Todd Bowles will know what to do with him.

NFC West

Arizona - signed EDGE Terrell Suggs (Baltimore) to a one-year, $7 million dollar deal, signed LB Jordan Hicks (Philadelphia) to a four-year, $36 million dollar deal, traded a sixth-round pick to Pittsburgh for OT Marcus Gilbert

While we all wait to see what the Cardinals do at quarterback, they added a few pieces to a defense left in shambles after the preparation to switch to Steve Wilks scheme for him to only last a year as head coach. Suggs will be a great partner for Chandler Jones and Hicks will help with the problems at off-ball linebacker if he can stay healthy. The offensive line is still in bad shape, but Gilbert is a proven starter if he can stay healthy. The team also added Max Garcia and JR Sweezy as bandaids for the line and swapped out Brett Hundley for Mike Glennon as backup quarterback in minor moves.

Los Angeles Rams - re-signed EDGE Dante Fowler to a one-year, $14 million dollar deal, signed S Eric Weddle (Baltimore) to a two-year, $10.5 million dollar deal

The Rams lost a lot more in free agency (Lamarcus Joyner, Ndamukong Suh, Rodger Saffold) than the gained, but Weddle should be suitable in Wade Phillips defense to replace Joyner, and Fowler is the team’s best edge rusher. Malcolm Brown was given an original round tender in something to watch as we monitor Todd Gurley’s knee and the depth chart at running back for the Rams.

San Francisco - traded a 2020 second-round pick to Kansas City for EDGE Dee Ford, signed RB Tevin Coleman (Atlanta) to a two-year, $8.5 million dollar deal, signed CB Jason Verrett to a one-year, $3.6 million dollar deal, re-signed DB Jimmie Ward to a one-year, $5 million dollar deal, signed LB Kwon Alexander to a four-year, $54 million dollar deal

Coleman is reunited with Kyle Shanahan after the head coach reportedly hand-picked him for Atlanta’s backfield in 2015. Jerick McKinnon could be released and none of the backs in San Francisco are known for their durability, so his range of outcomes is wide. Ford gives the team their best edge rusher by far at a reasonable cost, although he will get a hefty new deal from his new team. Alexander continues a trend of throwing a lot of resources at off ball linebacker, although he and Fred Warner should solve the position for them this season. Verrett is a good gamble as a top corner when healthy, although it has been a long time since he has been healthy for any extended period of time. Ward will be a versatile gap filler in a mostly young secondary.

Seattle - re-signed OL DJ Fluker to a two-year deal, signed OL Mike Iupati (Arizona) to a one-year deal, re-signed LB KJ Wright to a two-year deal, signed LB Mychal Kendricks to a one-year, $4 million dollar deal

The Seahawks are keeping their strong run-blocking line profile and their linebacker corps should be good and deeper with the retention of Kendricks. They’ll need to replace nickel back Justin Coleman from within and still have to get DE Frank Clark signed long-term or he’ll end up playing on the one-year franchise tag deal.



Source: footballguys.com

[mr. leisure]

Kinda surprised Dallas let Cole Beasley go , he is a good slot receiver .

[mpaschal34]

Kinda surprised Dallas let Cole Beasley go , he is a good slot receiver .

don't see how they could have paid him that much money though.

[jrgum3]

Kinda surprised Dallas let Cole Beasley go , he is a good slot receiver .

I don't think Beasley wanted to be there anymore so it might have been wise to let him go.

[LT Profits]

Redskins | Trey Quinn could start in slot
Washington Redskins WR Trey Quinn could serve as the starting slot receiver next year, according to head coach Jay Gruden. 'We feel great about Trey Quinn's progress last year, even though he got hurt a little bit,' Gruden said.
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Rams | Blake Bortles to visit Rams
Free-agent QB Blake Bortles (Jaguars) will visit the Los Angeles Rams Monday, March 18, according to a team source.
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Saints | No agreements for Ziggy Ansah, Jared Cook
Updating a previous report, free-agent DE Ziggy Ansah (Lions) and free-agent TE Jared Cook (Raiders) visited the New Orleans Saints Thursday, March 14, but left without deals in place.
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Packers | Geronimo Allison signs RFA deal
Green Bay Packers WR Geronimo Allison signed a restricted free-agent contract Friday, March 15. The one-year deal includes undisclosed guarantees and incentives.

Footballguys view: Allison will be in line for a larger role in 2019 provided he can stay healthy. The Packers moved on from Randall Cobb this offseason and are looking for players at the wide receiver position to elevate opposite Davante Adams.

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Dolphins | Colin Kaepernick interested in Miami?
Free-agent QB Colin Kaepernick (49ers) is interested in becoming the Miami Dolphins' starting quarterback, according to CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora. A source close to Kaepernick told La Canfora the quarterback is training hard and 'ready to play.'

Footballguys view: With the Dolphins trading away Ryan Tannehill to the Titans on Friday, the only two quarterbacks on their roster are Luke Falk and Jake Rudock. Expect them to make a move for a seasoned starter. Perhaps that is Kaepernick but we're not holding out breath.

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Chiefs | Tyreek Hill investigated for battery
Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill is the subject of a battery investigation involving a juvenile, USA TODAY Sports has confirmed. The alleged incident was reported Thursday, March 14, to Overland Park (Kan.) Police Department, but it is unclear when the alleged incident took place. The Chiefs issued a statement acknowledging the investigation, noting the team has been in communication with the associated authorities.

Footballguys view: Hill has not been charged with any crime. The Athletic reported the address listed on the police report is Hill's residence, and The Kansas City Star reported the alleged incident involved Hill's son.

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49ers | Raheem Mostert sticking with San Fran
Free-agent RB Raheem Mostert re-signed with the San Francisco 49ers on Friday, March 15, agreeing to a three-year contract. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.

Footballguys view: The 49ers have a cramped running back room now that they've acquired Tevin Coleman in free agency and are keeping Mostert. Jerick McKinnon, who missed all of last year with a knee injury, could be on his way out. The 49ers also have Matt Breida in the mix to compete for snaps and touches.

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Titans | Blaine Gabbert gets the boot
Tennessee Titans QB Blaine Gabbert was released Friday, March 15.

Footballguys view: The Titans made the move for Ryan Tannehill to be their backup quarterback and that made Gabbert expendable. He's a backup caliber quarterback who might get some looks now that he's on the open market.

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Dolphins | Miami gets draft pick for Ryan Tannehill
Updating a previous report, Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill was traded to the Tennessee Titans for a 2020 fourth round selection on Friday, March 15. The teams will also swap picks in the 2019 NFL draft, as Tennessee will acquire a sixth round pick from Miami and send a seventh round selection to Miami.

Footballguys view: The Dolphins were lucky to get anything for Tannehill as most thought they would just let him go. They can move on, likely tanking this year and selecting a top quarterback in the 2020 NFL draft.

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Raiders | JJ Nelson moving to Oakland
Free-agent JJ Nelson (Cardinals) signed an undisclosed contract with the Oakland Raiders on Friday, March 15.

Footballguys view: Nelson is part of the revamped WR corps in Oakland but he'll be a small part if he makes the 53-man roster. He's got the speed to stretch the field and will compete for snaps behind starters Antonio Brown and Tyrell Williams.

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[JAKEPEAVY21]

LB Thomas Davis could be an under the radar signing for the Chargers. I think he still has something left in the tank and will be a great mentor for the younger players.

[LT Profits]

NFL | T.J. Hockenson to make quick impact?
Iowa TE T.J. Hockenson is a 'Day 1 impact player' in the 2019 NFL Draft, in the opinion of Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com.
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Broncos | Courtland Sutton has QB drooling
Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton is one of the players QB Joe Flacco said he is 'excited' to work with in 2019.
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Giants | Dwayne Haskins a bad fit in New York?
Ohio State QB Dwayne Haskins is not receiving much attention from the New York Giants ahead of the 2019 NFL Draft, according to Dianna Marie Russini of ESPN.
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49ers | Quartet of RBs for San Francisco?
San Francisco 49ers RB Tevin Coleman is expected to lead what could be a group of four active running backs on game days this season. Coleman and fellow RBs Jerick McKinnon, Matt Breida and Raheem Mostert would comprise the foursome.

Footballguys view: It's going to be a cluster you-know-what for Fantasy GMs. We'll have to see how much of the workload Coleman gets and how the touches are split between the guys behind him before we know how to project this RB corps.

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Matt Breida player page



Source: footballguys.com

[mpaschal34]

Flacco has to be a Top 10 overpaid player of all time.

[JAKEPEAVY21]

Flacco has to be a Top 10 overpaid player of all time.

very happy Denver traded for him, he's a bum.