NFL Player News - Week of 3/23/20

**JAKEPEAVY21** · 03-23-20, 08:25 AM

what a bust Laquon Treadwell has turned out to be.

**Otters27** · 03-23-20, 10:45 AM

Pats QB situation looks interesting

**LT Profits** · 03-23-20, 11:34 AM

XFL star PJ Walker to sign with Carolina Panthers.

**BigSpoon** · 03-23-20, 09:34 PM

Originally posted by Otters27

Pats QB situation looks interesting

Have to think they will add someone else to that group unless they think Stidham is the next Brady.

**LT Profits** · 03-23-20, 10:33 PM

Originally posted by BigSpoon

Have to think they will add someone else to that group unless they think Stidham is the next Brady.

Brissett

**Otters27** · 03-24-20, 03:19 AM

Originally posted by LT Profits

XFL star PJ Walker to sign with Carolina Panthers.

He was fun to watch. Also liked him at Temple

**BarkingToad** · 03-24-20, 05:12 AM

Looks like New England suddenly has Qb troubles

**cjwatsonfan32** · 03-24-20, 09:01 AM

Originally posted by BarkingToad

Looks like New England suddenly has Qb troubles

Are you kidding me? Brandon Moyer is a household name

**JAKEPEAVY21** · 03-24-20, 09:02 AM

Originally posted by BigSpoon

Have to think they will add someone else to that group unless they think Stidham is the next Brady.

Hoyer is the answer to their prayers

**LT Profits** · 03-24-20, 10:21 AM

Tuesday Update

Panthers | Cam Newton likely to be released
Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton is likely to be released Tuesday, March 24.
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NFL | Tua Tagovailoa attacking rehab
University of Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa (hip) posted a series of videos to his social media accounts Monday, March 23, and appears to be making good progress just about 4 1/2 months after suffering a season-ending hip injury on Nov. 9. Both NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah and Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy expressed how impressed they were with his movement skills after watching the videos.
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Giants | Dion Lewis set to join Giants
Free-agent RB Dion Lewis (Titans) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the New York Giants Monday, March 23, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Lewis gets to work as a reserve running back behind Saquon Barkley. He's got the ability to work well as a change-of-pace option and pass-catcher out of the backfield. Fantasy GMs should keep Lewis on the waiver wire speed dial.

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Patriots | Stephen Gostkowski let go
New England Patriots PK Stephen Gostkowski was released Monday, March 23, according to a source.
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Giants | Corey Coleman returning to NYG
Free-agent WR Corey Coleman (Giants) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the New York Giants Monday, March 23, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Coleman suffered a torn ACL last July with the Giants and missed the entire 2019 season. He's staying with the team and Fantasy GMs need to know that he was working as a No.3 receiver at points during OTAs and minicamp last year. We'll see if Coleman can stay healthy and earn a spot on the 53-man roster.

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Panthers | Kyle Allen traded
Carolina Panthers QB Kyle Allen was traded to the Washington Redskins Monday, March 23, in exchange for a fifth-round draft choice, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Panthers are moving forward with Teddy Bridgewater as their starter in 2020. They also signed P.J. Walker from the XFL on Monday, so moving on from Allen was a no-brainer move.

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Redskins | Washington acquires Kyle Allen
Carolina Panthers QB Kyle Allen was acquired by the Washington Redskins Monday, March 23, in exchange for a fifth-round draft choice, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Washington is looking to develop Dwayne Haskins as their starter. Allen started 12 games last year and has the experience to serve as a backup to Haskins in 2020.

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Redskins | Washington not looking at available QBs
Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton and free-agent QB Jameis Winston (Buccaneers) are not expected to receive interest from the Washington Redskins this offseason, according to sources.
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Panthers | P.J. Walker agrees to terms
Former XFL QB P.J. Walker agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Carolina Panthers Monday, March 23, according to sources. The deal includes a $150,000 signing bonus, but the other financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Walker played under new Panthers coach Matt Rhule during his college days at Temple. He did a good job in the XFL this season, leading the league in yards (1,338) and touchdowns (15). Walker will serve as the backup to Teddy Bridgewater in 2020.

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Falcons | Matt Ryan reworks contract
Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan has agreed to restructure his contract, which will create salary cap space for the team.

Footballguys view: They had to make room in the salary cap after signing RB Todd Gurley and LB Dante Fowler in free agency. No details yet on just how Ryan reworked his deal to help out the team.

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Source: footballguys.com

**mr. leisure** · 03-24-20, 10:22 AM

Panthers | Cam Newton likely to be released

Which team would be a good fit for Cam ?

**LT Profits** · 03-24-20, 11:26 AM

Newton OR Winston to Chargers?

**johnnyvegas13** · 03-24-20, 11:29 AM

Originally posted by LT Profits

Newton OR Winston to Chargers?

Bolts will b bad this year

Rivers was all they had

They r prob content to rebuild

**BigSpoon** · 03-24-20, 01:02 PM

Dalton and Kaepernick still out there as well.

**mr. leisure** · 03-24-20, 01:19 PM

CBS article :
Cam Newton to be released: Four most logical landing spots for longtime Panthers quarterback

Carolina is moving on from Newton, so who could pick up the former MVP?

Here are four of the most logical landing spots:
4. Las Vegas Raiders

The Raiders have committed to Derek Carr more times than we like to admit, and they're also just a week removed from adding Marcus Mariota, who could conceivably push Carr to the bench by Week 1. Still, Vegas isn't hurting for salary cap space after a spending spree on defense, and if, somehow, they're able to find a taker for Carr, are we really sure Jon Gruden wouldn't convince Mike Mayock to take another swing at a high-upside veteran with an arm unlike either that of Carr or Mariota? On a low-risk, prove-it deal, Newton would be a potential instant hit during the Raiders' relocation.

3. Los Angeles Chargers

Newton isn't necessarily the ideal QB for Anthony Lynn, whose adoration for Tyrod Taylor and previously reported interest in Tom Brady suggests he'd rather have someone who can manage an offense and take care of the football rather than rocket-arm the ball all over the field. But let's not pretend he wouldn't be intrigued by Newton's dual-threat abilities. Adding No. 1 to an L.A. offense already stocked with good weapons (Austin Ekeler, Keenan Allen, Hunter Henry) would instantly boost the Chargers' playoff chances. Getting him on a team-friendly deal also wouldn't preclude L.A. from drafting a long-term replacement.
2. Buffalo Bills

The Washington Redskins made all the sense in the world, what with Ron Rivera's connection to Newton, other links between Washington's staff and Cam's old Panthers crew, not to mention Dan Snyder's penchant for pursuing veteran arms rather than staying the course with younger prospects. But then Rivera went out and chose Newton's 2019 fill-in, Kyle Allen, instead, landing the ex-Carolina backup via trade. The Bills fill their spot here. As CBS Sports editor and resident Bills expert R.J. White points out, Buffalo has the cap space to carry a pricey No. 2, Allen's playing style all but begs for an upgrade there, and Bills leadership is very familiar with Newton considering both coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane worked alongside the veteran in Carolina.
1. New England Patriots

Stylistically, Brady and Newton could not be more different. But that's kind of what makes this appealing, no? If Bill Belichick is going to go into the season without No. 12 under center for the first time in two decades, who's to say he wouldn't embrace a more contemporary option -- as in someone still capable of damaging opponents with both their arm and legs? Newton's health is obviously a concern, but he'd open up all kinds of possibilities for a spread-out offense. He'd benefit from New England's ever-rotating stable of running backs. And he wouldn't preclude the Pats from still drafting a longer-term successor or later turning to Jarrett Stidham.

**LT Profits** · 03-24-20, 01:38 PM

Originally posted by mr. leisure

CBS article :
Cam Newton to be released: Four most logical landing spots for longtime Panthers quarterback

Carolina is moving on from Newton, so who could pick up the former MVP?

Here are four of the most logical landing spots:
4. Las Vegas Raiders

The Raiders have committed to Derek Carr more times than we like to admit, and they're also just a week removed from adding Marcus Mariota, who could conceivably push Carr to the bench by Week 1. Still, Vegas isn't hurting for salary cap space after a spending spree on defense, and if, somehow, they're able to find a taker for Carr, are we really sure Jon Gruden wouldn't convince Mike Mayock to take another swing at a high-upside veteran with an arm unlike either that of Carr or Mariota? On a low-risk, prove-it deal, Newton would be a potential instant hit during the Raiders' relocation.

3. Los Angeles Chargers

Newton isn't necessarily the ideal QB for Anthony Lynn, whose adoration for Tyrod Taylor and previously reported interest in Tom Brady suggests he'd rather have someone who can manage an offense and take care of the football rather than rocket-arm the ball all over the field. But let's not pretend he wouldn't be intrigued by Newton's dual-threat abilities. Adding No. 1 to an L.A. offense already stocked with good weapons (Austin Ekeler, Keenan Allen, Hunter Henry) would instantly boost the Chargers' playoff chances. Getting him on a team-friendly deal also wouldn't preclude L.A. from drafting a long-term replacement.
2. Buffalo Bills

The Washington Redskins made all the sense in the world, what with Ron Rivera's connection to Newton, other links between Washington's staff and Cam's old Panthers crew, not to mention Dan Snyder's penchant for pursuing veteran arms rather than staying the course with younger prospects. But then Rivera went out and chose Newton's 2019 fill-in, Kyle Allen, instead, landing the ex-Carolina backup via trade. The Bills fill their spot here. As CBS Sports editor and resident Bills expert R.J. White points out, Buffalo has the cap space to carry a pricey No. 2, Allen's playing style all but begs for an upgrade there, and Bills leadership is very familiar with Newton considering both coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane worked alongside the veteran in Carolina.
1. New England Patriots

Stylistically, Brady and Newton could not be more different. But that's kind of what makes this appealing, no? If Bill Belichick is going to go into the season without No. 12 under center for the first time in two decades, who's to say he wouldn't embrace a more contemporary option -- as in someone still capable of damaging opponents with both their arm and legs? Newton's health is obviously a concern, but he'd open up all kinds of possibilities for a spread-out offense. He'd benefit from New England's ever-rotating stable of running backs. And he wouldn't preclude the Pats from still drafting a longer-term successor or later turning to Jarrett Stidham.

I do not see the Pats paying big bucks for a QB, which would take both Newton and Winston out of the equation.

**johnnyvegas13** · 03-24-20, 01:50 PM

Originally posted by BigSpoon

Dalton and Kaepernick still out there as well.

If kapp didn’t get a call last yr he prob never will

**LT Profits** · 03-25-20, 06:30 AM

Originally posted by johnnyvegas13

Bolts will b bad this year

Rivers was all they had

They r prob content to rebuild

Why would Chargers be bad? They have excellent skill players at three offensive positions in Ekeler, Allen and Henry, if they can upgrade their offensive line, they could be a dangerous team with competent QB play. And they have the space to take a chance on Newton or Winston, which could allow them to focus on the O-Line in the Draft.

Also, Rivers was all they had? He was terrible last year, through no fault of his own but he lack the mobility to play behind the porous O-Line they had.

Thirdly they are probably NOT content to rebuild moving into a new stadium.

**LT Profits** · 03-25-20, 06:50 AM

Wednesday Update

Lions | Marvin Jones ridiculously efficient in 2019
Detroit Lions WR Marvin Jones hauled in 10 receptions and scored eight times on 14 red zone targets last season. He also tallied six catches and scored five times on his nine targets inside the 10.

Footballguys view: Jones should be even better this year with a full return of QB Matthew Stafford. The Lions passing game as a whole should see a bump in production so long as Stafford can stay healthy.

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Saints | Alvin Kamara saw huge dip in red zone usage
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara was targeted only 11 times (seven receptions) and did not score a touchdown with those opportunities in 2019 after registering 20 catches and scoring three times on his 25 red zone targets in 2018.

Footballguys view: Kamara was banged up last year and that caused a dip in production. Now fully healthy, Kamara should be back to his old ways ...especially in the red zone.

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Buccaneers | Mike Evans nearly unstoppable in close
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans managed to catch only four of his 10 targets inside the 10 last season, but he was able to score on each of them.

Footballguys view: Tom Brady's favorite target near pay dirt should be Evans in 2020. The Buccaneers are going to continue to feed Evans so he'll get his 1,000 yards receiving and be one of the most fantasy relevant WRs in 2020.

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Rams | Cooper Kupp very efficient near goal line
Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp finished in a tie for fifth in the league with 10 targets inside the 10 last season, but he finished with a league-best eight receptions and scored six touchdowns - tied for best in the NFL - with those opportunities.

Footballguys view: Kupp is quick on underneath routes and he knows how to find his way in tight spaces. He should continue to be a big target in the red zone this season.

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Lions | Kenny Golladay busy near end zone in 2019
Detroit Lions WR Kenny Golladay paced the NFL with 13 targets inside the 10 last season, while his seven catches inside the 10 was tied for second in the league and his six scores inside the same area was tied for first.

Footballguys view: Golladay was able to put up some great numbers last year even though the Lions went through three quarterbacks (Matthew Stafford, Jeff Driskel, David Blough) in 2019. With Stafford back healthy at quarterback, Golladay and the passing game for the Lions should get a bump.

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Seahawks | Tyler Lockett dominant inside red zone
Seattle Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett led the league with 23 targets and 17 receptions inside the 20 last season. His seven red zone touchdowns left him in a four-way tie for third in the NFL.

Footballguys view: Lockett finished 2019 as the No.16 fantasy receiver in standard-scoring leagues. He's got the ability to be a top-12 receiver each year, and higher in PPR leagues, due to his role in the Seattle offense and connection with QB Russell Wilson.

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Eagles | Carson Wentz flawless in close in 2019
Philadelphia Eagles QB Carson Wentz threw for 19 touchdowns versus no interceptions inside the 20 in 2019, making him only one of five regular starting quarterbacks to pass for more than 12 scores and avoid an interception in the red zone last season. He also posted a 15:0 TD-to-INT ratio inside the 10.

Footballguys view: Wentz needs to stay healthy and make the most of the weapons around him. The Eagles are set to be an exciting offense in 2020 with Wentz leading the way.

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Titans | Derrick Henry finishes with a flurry again
Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry ran for 896 yards and 10 touchdowns from Week 10 to Week 17 last season, becoming the first player in modern history (since 1950) to run for at least 500 yards and 10 TDs over that same time frame multiple times in his career. Henry also rushed for 759 yards and 10 TDs from Week 10 to Week 17 in 2018 as well.

Footballguys view: The Titans need to figure out that Henry needs the rock early in the season too. They were able to make a deep postseason run last year and are hoping for a repeat performance in 2020.

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NFL | No red zone woes for Jameis Winston in 2019
Free-agent QB Jameis Winston (Buccaneers) threw for 19 touchdowns versus only one interception inside the 20 and posted a 15:1 TD-to-INT ratio inside the 10 for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last season.

Footballguys view: Winston didn't have any woes in the red zone because of targets like WRs Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. We'll see where Winston goes and if he has a chance to work with quality receivers like those two.

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Seahawks | Russell Wilson lethal in close in 2019
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson threw for 25 touchdowns versus only one interception inside the 20 and posted a 15:0 TD-to-INT ratio inside the 10 last season.

Footballguys view: Wilson is nearly flawless when the team gets near pay dirt. That is going to continue on as Seattle tries to make another Super Bowl run with Wilson leading the charge.

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Jaguars | Tyler Eifert-Jags deal reached
Updating a previous report, unrestricted free-agent TE Tyler Eifert (Bengals) agreed to a two-year deal Tuesday, March 24, with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: He's a talented tight end when healthy but struggles to stay healthy. Eifert will be reunited with his first NFL offensive coordinator in Jay Gruden, who holds the same position in Jacksonville.

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Redskins | Richard Rodgers heads to Washington
Unrestricted free-agent TE Richard Rodgers (Eagles) signed an undisclosed contract Tuesday, March 24, with the Washington Redskins, according to a source.
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Broncos | Sam Martin will kick for Denver
Unrestricted free-agent P Sam Martin (Lions) agreed to a three-year, $7.05 million contract Tuesday, March 24, with the Denver Broncos, according to a source.
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Packers | Devin Funchess is set to sign with Green Bay
Unrestricted free-agent WR Devin Funchess (Colts) is expected to sign an undisclosed contract with the Green Bay Packers, according to sources.

Footballguys view: Funchess only appeared in one game last year for the Colts. It was a collarbone injury that kept him out most of the season. Funchess brings some more size to the Packers WR room but doesn't have much fantasy value.

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Jets | Breshad Perriman heads to the New York Jets
Unrestricted free-agent WR Breshad Perriman (Buccaneers) is signing a one-year worth up to $8 million Tuesday, March 24, with the New York Jets, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Of the $8 million, $6 million will be guaranteed.

Footballguys view: The Jets were not able to keep Robby Anderson as he signed with the Panthers, so they needed a speed receiver. Perriman is still fast and he was productive last year for the Buccaneers, finally playing up to his first-round potential. He has struggled with injuries as a pro but was able to stay healthy and produce in 2019. We'll see if he can build on that success in 2020 with the Jets.

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Ravens | Chris Moore sticks around in Baltimore
Free-agent WR Chris Moore (Ravens) re-signed with the Baltimore Ravens on an undisclosed contract Tuesday, March 24, according to a source.

Footballguys view: Moore is fast and can track the ball down the field. He is most likely going to contribute on special teams more than he does on offense with the Ravens in 2020.

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Patriots | New England not interested in Cam Newton?
The New England Patriots don't have 'any immediate interest' in free-agent QB Cam Newton (Panthers), according to a source Tuesday, March 24.
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Panthers | Robby Anderson signing with Carolina
Free-agent WR Robby Anderson (Jets) is signing a two-year deal worth $20 million with the Carolina Panthers Tuesday, March 24, according to a source.

Footballguys view: The Panthers add more speed to the WR position with this move. Anderson was on the open market a bit longer than we thought he would be. We'll see how he meshes with new Panthers QB Teddy Bridgewater. Anderson will earn $12 million in the first year of the deal.

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Panthers | Cam Newton officially released
Updating a previous report, Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton was released Tuesday, March 24, costing the team only $2 million in dead money agianst the 2020 salary cap.

Footballguys view: Newton was the No.1 overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft and led the Panthers to one Super Bowl appearance (Super Bowl 50) where they fell short of a world championship. He has not been the same player over the last two years as he's battled foot and shoulder injuries. If healthy, Newton can still be a quality starter in the NFL.

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Redskins | Peyton Barber heads to Washington
Free-agent RB Peyton Barber (Buccaneers) signed a two-year deal worth $3 million with the Washington Redskins Tuesday, March 24. Barber receives $600,000 in guaranteed money.

Footballguys view: Barber is a jack-of-all trades running back who will work behind Adrian Peterson and Derrius Guice in Washington. He does not have much juice when he does touch the rock and is not much of a fantasy option.

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49ers | Travis Benjamin joins San Francisco
Free-agent WR Travis Benjamin (Chargers) will sign a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers, according to a source Tuesday, March 24. Financial terms were undisclosed.

Footballguys view: The 49ers lost Emmanuel Sanders (Saints) in free agency and needed help at the position. Benjamin has good speed and plenty of experience in the pros. We'll see how he works his way onto the depth chart with his new team.

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Seahawks | Phillip Dorsett heading to Seattle
Free-agent WR Phillip Dorsett (Patriots) agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks Tuesday, March 24. Financial terms weren't disclosed.

Footballguys view: Dorsett was one of the speed receivers available in free agency. The Seahawks have size in DK Metcalf and quickness in Tyler Lockett. Dorsett will work his way onto the depth chart behind those two.

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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 03-25-20, 09:08 AM

Originally posted by LT Profits

Why would Chargers be bad? They have excellent skill players at three offensive positions in Ekeler, Allen and Henry, if they can upgrade their offensive line, they could be a dangerous team with competent QB play. And they have the space to take a chance on Newton or Winston, which could allow them to focus on the O-Line in the Draft.

Also, Rivers was all they had? He was terrible last year, through no fault of his own but he lack the mobility to play behind the porous O-Line they had.

Thirdly they are probably NOT content to rebuild moving into a new stadium.

They already have upgraded the oline with Trai Turner and Bulaga.

**Otters27** · 03-25-20, 09:53 AM

Originally posted by LT Profits

Newton OR Winston to Chargers?

I'd rather try Winston. Cam is done

**LT Profits** · 03-26-20, 07:15 AM

Thursday Update

Falcons | Todd Gurley limited after contact in 2019
Atlanta Falcons RB Todd Gurley was able to break a tackle once every 10.6 carries in 2019 with the Los Angeles Rams - significantly better than his 15.1 average in 2018 - but he managed just 374 rushing yards after contact (average of 1.7) after accumulating 617 yards (2.4) after contact the previous season.
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Bengals | Joe Mixon hard to handle
Cincinnati Bengals RB Joe Mixon forced a broken tackle once every 11.6 carries in 2019 (24 on 278 rushing attempts) after doing so only once every 39.5 carries in 2018 (six on 237 rushing attempts).
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Giants | Saquon Barkley much less elusive in 2019
New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley managed to break only 16 tackles on 217 rushing attempts last season - once every 13.6 carries - after doing so 30 times on 261 attempts in 2018 - once every 8.7 attempts.
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Redskins | Washington adding Cody Latimer
Free-agent WR Cody Latimer (Giants) agreed to terms with the Washington Redskins Wednesday, March 25, according to sources. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Raiders | Las Vegas officially signs Jason Witten
Free-agent TE Jason Witten (Cowboys) officially signed with the Las Vegas Raiders Wednesday, March 25. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Raiders | Marcus Mariota officially with Raiders
Free-agent QB Marcus Mariota (Titans) officially signed with the Las Vegas Raiders Wednesday, March 25. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Raiders | Nelson Agholor officially joins Vegas
Free-agent WR Nelson Agholor (Eagles) officially signed with the Las Vegas Raiders Wednesday, March 25. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Browns | Case Keenum officially with Cleveland
Free-agent QB Case Keenum (Redskins) officially signed with the Cleveland Browns Wednesday, March 25. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Panthers | Teddy Bridgewater officially with Carolina
Free-agent QB Teddy Bridgewater (Saints) officially signed with the Carolina Panthers Wednesday, March 25. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Falcons | Atlanta officially signs Laquon Treadwell
Free-agent WR Laquon Treadwell (Vikings) officially signed with the Atlanta Falcons Wednesday, March 25. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Cowboys | Dallas talking with Dak Prescott
Dallas Cowboys franchise free-agent QB Dak Prescott has resumed contract negotiations with the Cowboys, according to a source.
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Steelers | Derek Watt officially signed
Free-agent FB Derek Watt (Chargers) officially signed a three-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers Wednesday, March 25. Official financial terms were not disclosed.
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Bears | Tyler Bray back with Chicago
Free-agent QB Tyler Bray (Bears) re-signed with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, March 25. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Vikings | Tajae Sharpe will be a Viking
Unrestricted free-agent WR Tajae Sharpe (Titans) is signing a one-year deal Wednesday, March 25, with the Minnesota Vikings, according to a source. Financial terms were undisclosed. He likely will be the No. 2 receiver opposite WR Adam Thielen.
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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 03-26-20, 07:21 AM

What an epic fall from grace for Todd Gurley. Rooting for him to have a big season in Atlanta.

**BigSpoon** · 03-26-20, 11:27 PM

Going to take awhile to get used to reading and hearing 'Las Vegas Raiders'.

**BarkingToad** · 03-27-20, 12:32 AM

Originally posted by mr. leisure

Panthers | Cam Newton likely to be released

Which team would be a good fit for Cam ?

St Louis Battlehawks

**LT Profits** · 03-27-20, 08:11 AM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

What an epic fall from grace for Todd Gurley. Rooting for him to have a big season in Atlanta.

He is done, through no fault of his own, arthritic knee. Considering that, he actually OVERperformed last year.

**thomorino** · 03-27-20, 08:17 AM

Originally posted by LT Profits

Brissett

They dont have cap space for brisset, better chance they trade uo and draft a qb.

**LT Profits** · 03-27-20, 08:24 AM

Friday Update

Bears | First downs rare for Tarik Cohen in 2019
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen picked up a first down on only 18 of his 79 catches in 2019. The resulting 22.8-percent first-down rate was the lowest in the league among all players with at least 50 receptions.
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Bills | Stefon Diggs turning into a big-play machine
Buffalo Bills WR Stefon Diggs managed 63 catches - the second-lowest mark of his career - and was charged with a drop on 6.4 percent of his 94 targets - a dramatic increase from two percent in 2018 - but he still finished with a career-high 1,130 receiving yards in 2019 with the Minnesota Vikings due in part to averaging 13.1 yards before the catch per reception. That figure was more than double his 5.6 yards before the catch per reception the previous season.
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Chargers | Austin Ekeler wildly efficient in 2019
Los Angeles Chargers RB Austin Ekeler hauled in 92 of his 108 targets last season. The resulting 85.2-percent catch rate led the league among all players with at least 50 receptions.
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NFL | Mike Evans, DeVante Parker moved the chains
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans picked up a first down on 54 of his 67 catches in 2019, while Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker did so on 58 of his 72 receptions. The resulting 80.6 percent first-down rate for both players led the league among players with at least 50 receptions.
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Chiefs | Travis Kelce in rare company
Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce recorded 1,229 receiving yards in 2019, becoming only the fifth tight end in NFL history to top 1,000 yards four times in his career. However, he is the only one ever to do so in four consecutive seasons.
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Broncos | Melvin Gordon expected to tote heavy load
Denver Broncos RB Melvin Gordon is believed to be in line for a bell-cow role in 2020, according to James Palmer of NFL Network Thursday, March 26.
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Buccaneers | Antonio Brown not a fit for Bucs
Free-agent WR Antonio Brown (Patriots) won't be signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to head coach Bruce Arians Thursday, March 26. 'There's no room and probably not enough money,' Arians said. 'It's just not going to happen here. It's not a fit here.'
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Cardinals | Kenyan Drake officially signs tender
Arizona Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake officially signed his transition tag tender Thursday, March 26, according to sources.

Footballguys view: His transition tag means that Drake will make around $8.4 million in 2020. He's the lead back for the Cardinals and looked like a great fit last year after he was added via trade from the Dolphins. Drake is a RB1 for Fantasy GMs and should be a big piece of what the Cardinals do on offense in 2020.

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Panthers | Seth Roberts terms
Updating previous reports, Carolina Panthers WR Seth Roberts received a one-year, $3.75 million deal.

Footballguys view: Roberts is an interesting add by the Panthers, especially after they already got Robby Anderson earlier in free agency. He's a speed guy, like Anderson, but Roberts is going to be working for a spot on the end of the depth chart.

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Source: footballguys.com

**cjwatsonfan32** · 03-27-20, 05:41 PM

Gordon will probably lead the league in attempts

**LT Profits** · 03-27-20, 07:06 PM

Originally posted by cjwatsonfan32

Gordon will probably lead the league in attempts

I doubt it, Lindsay is more of a 1A than a backup.

**Otters27** · 03-28-20, 02:50 AM

Will there be a preseason?

**Easy-Rider 66** · 03-28-20, 03:00 AM

Originally posted by Otters27

Will there be a preseason?

will there be a regular season? who the fuk knows?

**JAKEPEAVY21** · 03-28-20, 06:59 AM

Originally posted by cjwatsonfan32

Gordon will probably lead the league in attempts

Doubtful. He gets injured a lot and they have Lindsay as well to share carries with him.

**LT Profits** · 03-28-20, 07:23 AM

Saturday Update

Bengals | Andy Dalton could stay in Cincy
Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton could remain with the team for the 2020 season, and 'all options are still on the table' for the quarterback, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network.
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Falcons | Laquon Treadwell contract update
Updating a previous report, Atlanta Falcons WR Laquon Treadwell signed a one-year contract with the Falcons worth $910,000.
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Eagles | Option picked up for Alshon Jeffery
Philadelphia Eagles WR Alshon Jeffery had the option in his contract exercised Friday, March 27.
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Eagles | Carson Wentz's option picked up
Philadelphia Eagles QB Carson Wentz had the option in his contract exercised Friday, March 27.
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Broncos | Jeff Driskel deal gets finalized
Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos QB Jeff Driskel's contract became official Friday, March 27, after being processed by the NFL.
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Cowboys | Greg Zuerlein is on his way to Dallas
Unrestricted free-agent PK Greg Zuerlein (Rams) will sign a three-year, $7.5 million contract with the Dallas Cowboys, sources said Friday, March 27.
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Cowboys | Dak Prescott has backing
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott, who has received the exclusive franchise tag from the team, has the backing of teammate Sean Lee as he strives to get a long-term deal done with the Cowboys. 'I think we obviously know how great of a player Dak is, how great of a leader he is,' Lee said, via the Dallas Morning News. 'And what he's done for us, really carried us in a lot of ways the last couple of years. We know it's a matter of time for them to figure out contract situations like that. I think we've all been through those or had teammates go through situations like this. And there's a lot of rhetoric and there's a lot of talk in the media, but you know when you have a great player like Dak and you have an organization like the Cowboys that takes care of players, it's a matter of time.'
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Broncos | Melvin Gordon motivated
Denver Broncos RB Melvin Gordon said during a conference call Friday, March 27, that he's carrying a chip on his shoulder entering the 2020 season. 'It's huge,' Gordon said. 'A lot of people doubt my talent as a back. ... I'm going to use that as fuel. I know the player I am, I want to show that, and I'm going to show that. I'm going to show everybody I'm better than just average.'
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Eagles | Zach Ertz's option exercised
Philadelphia Eagles TE Zach Ertz on Thursday, March 26, had his 2021 contract option exercised by the team.

Footballguys view: Zero surprise here. Ertz is a big part of what the Eagles do on offense and will remain as such in 2020. He will earn $8.25 million in 2021, and talks on an additional extension are expected to pick up in the coming months.

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Bengals | Cincy has eyes on Cam Phillips
Former XFL Houston Roughnecks WR Cam Phillips has drawn attention from the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Dolphins | Miami shows interest in Cam Phillips
Former XFL Houston Roughnecks WR Cam Phillips has drawn attention from the Miami Dolphins.
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Source: footballguys.com