Here are Monday’s minor moves: Atlanta Falcons Signed: CB William Hooper, S Josh Thompson Waived: WR Austin Mack Waived/failed physical: RB Robert Burns Baltimore Ravens Activated from active/PUP list: CB T.J. Tampa Cincinnati Bengals Activated from active/PUP: DT Devonnsha Maxwell Cleveland Browns Signed: LB Brandon Bouyer-Randle, S Chase Williams Released: RB John … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 8/12/24
Steelers’ Brandon Aiyuk Offer Short Of $30MM Per Year
After an eventful week, the 49ers‘ top outside receiver/rumor machine remains on the NFC champions’ roster. Brandon Aiyuk‘s hold-in continues, and connections to teams have slowed a bit. Details on the Patriots and Browns’ offers have emerged, and SI.com’s Albert Breer now sheds some light on where the Steelers have gone for the fifth-year wideout. Pittsburgh has offered a deal … [Read more...] about Steelers’ Brandon Aiyuk Offer Short Of $30MM Per Year
Patriots Eyeing OT Depth?
With the Patriots now out of the Brandon Aiyuk sweepstakes, the team will pivot to improving other offensive positions. According to Ben Volin of the Boston Globe, the Patriots are expected to “turn their full attention” to acquiring offensive tackle depth. The organization could consider a number of different routes as they seek reinforcement, including a trade, a veteran free … [Read more...] about Patriots Eyeing OT Depth?
Latest Brandon Aiyuk Rumors
For a while, the hold in-trade demand situation with the 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk looked a lot like those of his teammates Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa is prior years. With Samuel and Bosa, there seemed to be a lot of bluffs and posturing before a deal ultimately got done to keep the stars in place. Aiyuk’s situation has clearly become a different monster, especially … [Read more...] about Latest Brandon Aiyuk Rumors
Patriots To Release WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
After an unproductive first season in New England, JuJu Smith-Schuster was believed to be on the Patriots’ roster bubble. The team has already reached the endpoint with the 2023 free agency pickup. The Pats are releasing Smith-Schuster on Friday, according to NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport. This will give the former Steelers and Chiefs pass catcher a chance to land with a team early, … [Read more...] about Patriots To Release WR JuJu Smith-Schuster
Chukwuma Okorafor Likely To Start For Pats; Latest On Team’s Tackle Competitions
As the Patriots continue to hand big-money deals to Bill Belichick-era acquisitions, they remain thin at tackle. Plans to keep Michael Onwenu at right tackle have been scrapped — for the time being, at least — and a host of uncertain options are vying for gigs in New England. Neither Pats tackle post is settled yet, and the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed writes four primary … [Read more...] about Chukwuma Okorafor Likely To Start For Pats; Latest On Team’s Tackle Competitions
Patriots’ Brandon Aiyuk Offer Eclipsed $28MM Per Year; WR Wants To Land With Steelers?
In on Calvin Ridley until the end of his free agency sweepstakes, the Patriots have been connected to both Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk. New England’s Aiyuk effort became rather serious, though as of midday Wednesday, it does not look like the disgruntled 49er will end up a Patriot. This is not due to lack of desire on the Pats’ part. The team was prepared to give Aiyuk an … [Read more...] about Patriots’ Brandon Aiyuk Offer Eclipsed $28MM Per Year; WR Wants To Land With Steelers?
Matt Judon Addresses Training Camp Absences, Patriots Contract
Matt Judon did not take part in New England’s training camp practices last Monday, and he was away from the team the following day. Conversations with the team’s top decision-makers has followed, but the veteran edge rusher does not appear to be any closer to a contract resolution. Judon has taken part in each of the past four practices while he continues to seek out a new … [Read more...] about Matt Judon Addresses Training Camp Absences, Patriots Contract
Steelers Re-Engage In Brandon Aiyuk Trade Talks; Patriots Out On 49ers WR
9:18pm: The Patriots have removed themselves from the Aiyuk sweepstakes. According to Schefter, New England has “decided not to explore any further trade possibilities” with the 49ers. The reporter adds that the Patriots are “excited” about their young wideouts and want to “focus on them.” That grouping includes 2023 sixth-round picks DeMario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte, plus … [Read more...] about Steelers Re-Engage In Brandon Aiyuk Trade Talks; Patriots Out On 49ers WR