It's been a great "problem" for the Rams, with Matthew Stafford playing at an MVP level when most players go the wrong way. But they aer on their way to solving it with little stress this year.
A deal is not done for Stafford, whose contract runs through 2026, but Sean McVay said earlier this year he believes Stafford could play beyond this season.
Sources: The Rams and MVP QB Matthew Stafford have made significant progress on a new extension that should put Stafford in the building for the 2026 offseason.
Kentucky C Jager Burton, one of the Draft's top few at his position, had visits to the Bengals, Bears, and Titans, source said, among others. A likely Day 2 picks.
Former Giants star WR Odell Beckham Jr worked out for his old team today, per me and Mike Garafolo. A reunion seems possible.
Rams free agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo, considered their top option as backup QB, is considering retirement, sources say.
Jimmy G, who has started 64 games during a 12-year career, has made over $156M in all. He is 34 and is mulling a final decision.
The Bears are picking up the fifth-year option for All-Pro OT Darnell Wright, source says. Locked in for the 2027 season.
Sources: There is a new highest-paid kicker in the NFL, as the Cowboys and All-Pro Brandon Aubrey have a deal.
Aubrey gets a 4-year, $28M, record-setting extension with $20M guaranteed.
The Cowboys can now turn their attention to George Pickens…
Punter news: Matt Araiza is signing back to the Chiefs on a 1-year deal.
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The Steelers have not received word from Aaron Rodgers on his future and there is no expectation of a final decision prior to the NFL Draft, per me and @tompelissero.bsky.social.
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When minicamp begins today under new coach Mike McCarthy, Will Howard will be QB1.
As of now, Kayvon Thibodeaux is set to play on his $14.751M fifth-year option.
The Giants, who had gotten trade calls centered around edge Kayvon Thibodeaux for the last few months, are now considered less likely to trade him following the blockbuster deal sending Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals, sources say.
No one is ruling anything out. But unlikely.
The 49ers have had lingering questions around Trent Williams for weeks, questions that have been answered.
Williams gets $24.5M this year on a 2-year, $50M deal that also locks him in for 2027. He has $37M fully guaranteed into next year when he’ll be 39.
Draft night for NY fans:
— Jets pick 2nd and 16.
— Giants pick 5th and 10th
For years, the Bengals have appeared risk averse. Few trades. They are cooking now. A big one to shake up the draft.
A top-shelf DT heads to Cincy, as Dexter Lawrence is getting a huge deal.
And suddenly… the Giants pick 5th and 10th. Insane.
Giants star Dexter Lawrence is being traded to the Bengals in a pre-Draft blockbuster that includes the No. 10 pick heading to the Giants, per me and Mike Garafolo.
NYG gets premium draft compensation, Cincy gets a lynchpin, while Sexy Dexy gets a new, big-money extension.
Massive day for the Houston Texans and All-Pro edge Will Anderson Jr.
Asked if Jacoby Brissett is his starting QB, GM Monti Ossenfort said yesterday that the team is “not really naming anybody and we’ll see how that room works by the time we get to August.”
Sources: Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett is not attending Phase 1 of the offseason program and is asking for an extension that pays him as the starter.
Brissett, set to make $9.06M in ‘26, has only $1.5M in guaranteed money and wants security. AZ appears willing to address it.
That sent the franchise in the direction they're currently in. In the three years since the Texans took CJ Stroud and Will Anderson in a historic draft that included back-to-back picks, they've made the playoffs.
Will Anderson Jr. gets $100M in fully guaranteed money. Massive.
Three years ago next week, Texans GM Nick Caserio swung a massive trade with the Cardinals to land Will Anderson Jr after grabbing CJ Stroud.
Will Anderson Jr. gets $100M fully guaranteed. Massive.
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The Texans and All-Pro edge Will Anderson Jr. have agreed on a blockbuster, 3-year, $150M extension with $134M guaranteed to make him the NFL’s highest paid non-QB ever.
The deal, which includes a rare no-trade clause, was done by
Nicole Lynn of Klutch Sports.
Baylor WR Josh Cameron, who suffered a calf strain at the Combine is on track to be fully healthy by rookie minicamp, source said.
An All-American returner, Cameron recently had a Top 30 visit with the Falcons and spent time 15+ teams.
Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers is on a Top 30 visit to the Broncos today, source said.
One of the Draft’s top TEs, Stowers set a TE Combine record with a 45.5-inch vertical jump, among other impressive workout feats.
Georgia TE Oscar Delp will finish out a long list of visits by having Top 30s with the Bucs and Chargers this week. He had Patriots, Ravens, and Vikings last week.
Texas Tech edge David Bailey, a likely Top 5 pick who is among those in consideration at No. 2, had a Top 30 visit with the Titans last week, source said. They pick No. 4.
Tennessee WR Chris Brazzell II is visiting with the Packers, Commanders, and 49ers this week, the last few in a jam-packed visit schedule.
Last week, the talented pass-catcher had Top 30 visits with the Panthers, Colts, and Cardinals.
