-- Eagles Pick Up Two 5th-Year Options --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Philadelphia Eagles have picked up the fifth-year option for DT Jalen Carter and LB Nolan Smith.
-- Cowboys Sign MVS & Two Others --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed veteran free-agent WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to a one-year contract. They also signed WR Tyler Johnson and LB Curtis Robinson.
-- Seahawks Release Cam Akers --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Seattle Seahawks have released veteran RB Cam Akers.
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-- Saints Decline Tyree Wilson's 5th-Year Option --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the New Orleans Saints declined to pickup the fifth-year option for DE Tyree Wilson.
-- Bucs Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Calijah Kancey --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have picked up the fifth-year option on DT Calijah Kancey.
-- George Pickens Still Unsigned --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports, contrary to an earlier report, WR George Pickens has not yet signed the franchise tag tender with the Cowboys.
-- Myles Murphy Contract Watch --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NBC Sports reports Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin says he is unsure if the team will pick up the fifth-year option for DE Myles Murphy.
-- Vikings Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Jordan Addison --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Minnesota Vikings have picked up WR Jordan Addison’s fifth-year team option.
-- Packers Looking to Extend Christian Watson --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports WR Christian Watson signed a one-year extension with the Green Bay Packers ahead of the 2025 season and GM Brian Gutekunst waved away any thoughts that the WR Jayden Reed deal was a sign that the team was planning to part ways with Watson. “Absolutely with Christian,” Gutekunst said. “Amongst a bunch of other guys that we’re going to hope over the next few months to try to maybe do some of that with.”
-- Keon Coleman Watch --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NBC Sports reports Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane says the Bills did not entertain trade overtures from other teams this offseason for WR Keon Coleman. “We shut those down,” Beane said. “Our intention is for Keon to be here, so the word was out, so no calls this weekend. We’ve hit the reset button with him and hopefully the fanbase and everyone is behind him. I think his best year is yet to come here in 2026.”
-- Lions Safety Rehab Update --
Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NBC Sports reports Detroit Lions S Kerby Joseph (knee) and S Brian Branch (Achilles) are coming along in their rehab. GM Brad Holmes is optimistic that they’ll both be good to go this season. “I think they’re both heading in the right direction,” Holmes said.
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the New Orleans Saints have released WR Samori Toure.
-- Richardson/Moore Trade Watch --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
The Athletic reports Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard commented on QB Anthony Richardson's and CB Kenny Moore’s trade requests: “Nothing yet.” Is he surprised? “Nothing surprises me anymore … (Gotta) have a little patience.” Will they attend voluntary OTAs this week? “I don’t know. I don’t have an answer to that.”
-- Steelers Re-Sign Dean Lowry --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports veteran DE Dean Lowry has re-signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a source said.
-- Isaiah Jacobs to Attend Packers Rookie Mini-Camp --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports UAB RB Isaiah Jacobs, the brother of Packers RB Josh Jacobs, is attending Green Bay’s rookie mini-camp as a tryout player.
-- Diego Pavia to Attend Ravens Mini-Camp --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Vanderbilt undrafted free-agent QB Diego Pavia accepted an invitation to next weekend’s mini-camp with the Baltimore Ravens, per source.
-- Jermaine Burton to Attend Bills Rookmie Mini-Camp --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the Buffalo Bills have invited free-agent WR Jermaine Burton to attend their rookie mini-camp.
-- Donovan Smith Retires --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
Fox Sports reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers OT Donovan Smith has retired after nine years in the NFL.
-- Jerry Jeudy Watch --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry says the drafting of rookies WR K.C. Concepcion and WR Denzel Boston have “zero impact” on WR Jerry Jeudy. “He’s our bell cow. I think with receiver rooms you can have, maybe a ball dominant player or you can essentially build a basketball team with different skill sets. We prefer the second approach. Don’t get me wrong, I’ll take WR Calvin Johnson if he’s out there. But we feel like we have a nice, well-rounded room with speed, RAC, contested catch ability, separation. So, we’re really pleased with the youth and talent in that group.”
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-- Saints Sign Anfernee Jennings --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the New Orleans Saints have signed veteran free-agent DE Anfernee Jennings.
-- Jonah Coleman Watch --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
The Athletic there likely will be an immediate role for rookie RB Jonah Coleman as the Broncos’ new short-yardage RB.
-- Mike Pennel Jr. a Person of Interest --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports free-agent DL Mike Pennel Jr. is a “person of interest” in connection with the death of a woman in the Dominican Republic. The woman, who was 22 at the time, was reported missing in 2021. Her body was found on property owned by Pennel in the Dominican Republic. Pennel’s lawyer said Pennel didn’t know the woman and he wasn’t in the country when she disappeared. Pennel sent a text message to ESPN: “This isn’t a story. I’m not legally involved. This is fake news being reported. I’d advise you to speak with my agent/lawyer . . . before writing a false story. Damaging my reputation.”
-- Garrett Nussmeier Happy He's a Chief --
Sun Apr 26, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NBC Sports reports rookie QB Garrett Nussmeier waited longer than he would have liked to be drafted this weekend, but he’s happy about where he landed. The Kansas City Chiefs picked Nussmeier in the seventh round on Saturday and the former LSU starter said that his mindset as he dropped down the board was that “it’s not when, it’s where.” He said that he thinks the presence of HC Andy Reid and starter QB Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City will provide him with a chance to grow. “It’s a great opportunity for me to learn,” Nussmeier said. “I’m just grateful that I have this opportunity. I can only imagine. I’m so excited to be in a room with those guys, coach Reid and his unbelievable offensive mind and sitting behind Patrick and steal some things from him and see the game through his eyes. It’s going to be an unbelievable experience for me.”
-- Commanders Want to Sign Brandon Aiyuk If... --
Sat Apr 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have significant interest in signing WR Brandon Aiyuk if the 49ers release him. They have no plans to trade for him, though. The 49ers are holding out for a trade. “No new update right now,” GM John Lynch said. “We’re available. Give us a call.”
-- Saints Acquire Tyree Wilson --
Sat Apr 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Las Vegas Raiders have acquired a 2026 fifth-round pick (150th overall) from the New Orleans Saints in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick (219th overall) and DE Tyree Wilson.
-- Cardinals QB Watch --
Sat Apr 25, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NBC Sports reports Arizona Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort and HC Mike LaFleur want to hold off on any discussion of juswt drafted rookie QB Carson Beck competing for the starting job. After taking Beck in the third round of the draft, Ossenfort and LaFleur avoided discussing whether he might be part of a three-way quarterback competition with QB Jacoby Brissett and QB Gardner Minshew. “We just announced his name about a half hour ago. We just want to get him in the building,” Ossenfort said. “We’re excited to have great competition in that room and we’ll see how it shakes out.” LaFleur said Beck would benefit from learning on the sideline, but also indicated that if he proves himself as the best quarterback on the team, then the best quarterback will play.
-- Nico Collins Going Nowhere --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
KPRC2 reports Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio spoke on WR Nico Collins: "We're not trading WR Nico Collins. They can take it and shove it. We're not trading Nico."
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-- Eagles Acquire Jonathan Greenard --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Minnesota Vikings are sending former Pro-Bowl LB Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third-round pick tonight (#98) and a third-round pick next year. The trade saves the Vikings $34 million in cap space.
-- Vikings Trade Jonathan Greenard --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Minnesota Vikings are sending former Pro-Bowl LB Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third-round pick tonight (#98) and a third-round pick next year. The trade saves the Vikings $34 million in cap space.
-- Rio Game Announced: Ravens vs. Cowboys --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Baltimore Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in the 2026 NFL Rio Game. The matchup will take place on Sunday, Sept. 27th at the iconic Maracanã Stadium.
-- Giants Not Shopping Kayvon Thibodeaux --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports New York Giants GM Joe Schoen says there is no truth whatsoever to any talks right now regarding DE Kayvon Thibodeaux. "That's not true," he said.
-- Cowboys Acquire Dee Winters --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the San Francisco 49ers have traded LB Dee Winters to the Dallas Cowboys for a fifth-round draft pick.
-- 49ers Trade Dee Winters --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the San Francisco 49ers have traded LB Dee Winters to the Dallas Cowboys for a fifth-round draft pick.
-- 49ers Still Shopping Brandon Aiyuk --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the San Francisco 49ers are still hoping and trying to trade veteran WR Brandon Aiyuk.
-- Giants Now Shopping Kayvon Thibodeaux --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the New York Giants have now engaged in trade conversations involving DE Kayvon Thibodeaux, and the Saints are among the teams showing strong interest.
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Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
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-- Packers Extend Jayden Reed --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports veteran WR Jayden Reed and the Green Bay Packers have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $50.25 million in new money, including $20 million guaranteed.
-- Chris Bell Rehab Update II --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports Louisville WR Chris Bell (knee) is ahead of schedule in his ACL recovery and expected to be ready by training camp.
-- Matthew Stafford Contract Watch --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the Los Angeles Rams believe there is a real chance veteran QB Matthew Stafford plays beyond 2026 and are deep in contract extension talks.
-- McVay on Board with Ty Simpson Pick --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports Los Angeles Rams HC Sean McVay was absolutely on board with the team’s decision to take QB Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in Thursday’s draft.
-- Mac Jones Expected to Remain a 49er --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
The Athletic reports San Francisco 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan says he expects the team to keep QB Mac Jones in 2026.
-- More Trades Likely to Come Today --
Fri Apr 24, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports the 49ers, Cardinals, and Bills have received calls about potential trades at the top of Round #2 tonight, setting up what could be a busy trade night. It makes sense as Round #1 ended with five of the final seven picks being traded. The 49ers are considered “very open” to moving back and continuing to acquire draft capital at #33. They’re targeting several players and don’t necessarily need to pick at #33 to land one of them.
-- Kayvon Thibodeaux Going Nowhere --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the New York Giants still do not intend to trade DE Kayvon Thibodeaux.
-- Texans Expected to Make Trade During the Draft --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio is expected to make trades during the 2026 NFL Draft.
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Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
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-- Raiders Hope Kirk Cousins Starts for All of 2027 --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the Las Vegas Raiders hope veteran QB Kirk Cousins can be their starting quarterback throughout the 2026 season. The Raiders want Cousins to mentor impending #1 overall pick, Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza, all season as the starter, before turning the offense over to Mendoza in 2027.
-- George Pickens Going Nowhere? --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are not expected to trade WR George Pickens tonight.
-- Dave Merritt Pleads Not Guilty --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor domestic battery charge. Merritt, dressed in orange jumpsuit, made his court appearance via Zoom. He requested court-appointed counsel, and a public defender entered the plea on Merritt’s behalf. Johnson County District Judge Wayne Smith set a $2,500 personal recognizance bond with conditions of no alcohol, drugs or firearms, and no contact with the victim of the alleged crime, according to the newspaper. Merritt bonded out after his hearing. His next court date is scheduled for June 24th.
-- Cowboys Re-Sign George Pickens --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens has signed his franchise tender and is now under contract for one year and $27.3M fully guaranteed. He'll play it out with the chance to cash in during the 2027 offseason.
-- A.J. Brown Trade Watch --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles are expected to resume trade talks regarding WR A.J. Brown around June 1st.
-- Jets Eyeing Ty Simpson --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the New York Jets have done a lot of work on Alabama QB Ty Simpson.
-- Dave Merritt Arrested --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs DBs coach Dave Merritt was arrested last night for a misdemeanor domestic battery charge. He is scheduled to appear in court this afternoon. The team is aware and has no comment.
-- Lions Looking to Trade Up in the First Round of the NFL Draft --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Detroit Lions have been making calls to trade up in the first round of the draft.
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-- James Pearce Jr. Court Update --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports the NFL says it has been closely monitoring all developments in the matter surrounding Atlanta Falcons DE James Pearce Jr. Earlier today, Pearce entered into a six-month pre-trial intervention program that, if conditions are met, will result in all charges being dismissed, per attorneys Jacob Nunez and Yale Sanford. This agreement was made in consultation with the city of Doral and the victim, Rickea Jackson. There is no jail time and no admission of guilt.
-- Ravens Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Zay Flowers --
Thu Apr 23, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports the Baltimore Ravens picked up 5th-year option on WR Zay Flowers on Thursday, per source. Flowers is now under contract through 2027, when he will earn $27.298 million. Last season, he finished with career highs of 86 catches and 1,211 yards receiving.
-- Chris Bell Rehab Update --
Wed Apr 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports Louisville WR Chris Bell (knee), a potential first-rounder before tearing his ACL in November, is running 18+ MPH and ahead of schedule in rehab, per his agent and Dr. Dan Cooper, who preformed his surgery. At 6’2.5, 222 lbs with 4.3 speed, Bell is likely a Friday pick.
-- Caleb Banks Rehab Update --
Wed Apr 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN reports NFL teams received a letter today about Florida DL Caleb Banks (foot) as he recovers from a surgically repaired bone in his left foot. Per sources, the letter states that after a CT scan on Tuesday that Banks is on pace to be fully cleared for full football activities in early June.
-- Cowboys Will Not Extend George Pickens --
Wed Apr 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones said today that they’ve decided franchise-tagged WR George Pickens will play on the franchise tag this season, and there won’t be talks on a long-term deal. Pickens has not signed the tag at this time.
-- Jeremiyah Love Speaks --
Wed Apr 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love commented on his draft stock. "I have no idea where I'm going, but there's a lot of talk of me going to the Titans, Cardinals, Giants. Honestly, I'd be blessed to go anywhere. Whatever team I go to, I'mma make them better."
-- Seahawks Looking to Trade Back for More Picks --
Wed Apr 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Seattle Seahawks GM John Schneider says with Seattle entering this draft with only four picks, he would like to trade back from the team’s #32 selection in the first round to accumulate more picks. The Seahawks are hardly the only team near the end of the first round willing to move back; others are as well.
-- Steelers QB Watch --
Wed Apr 22, 2026 --from FFMastermind.com
NFL.com reports Pittsburgh Steelers HC Mike McCarthy said QB Will Howard and QB Mason Rudolph are splitting reps in the Steelers’ offseason program.
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