NFL Player News - Week of 4/6/20

**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-06-20, 08:12 AM

Texans putting too much faith in Fuller...guy can't stay on the field.

**Otters27** · 04-06-20, 10:27 AM

Hurts to compete with Prescott

**cjwatsonfan32** · 04-06-20, 10:57 AM

Deshaun Watson "sharp at home in 2019"

Deshaun Watson "misses Hopkins in 2020"

**BigSpoon** · 04-06-20, 09:46 PM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

Texans putting too much faith in Fuller...guy can't stay on the field.

Putting too much faith in David Johnson as well. Still can't get over that trade.

**cjwatsonfan32** · 04-07-20, 02:05 AM

Originally posted by BigSpoon

Putting too much faith in David Johnson as well. Still can't get over that trade.

I hate the cover up more than the trade itself. Both parties acting like nothing happened.

**LT Profits** · 04-07-20, 08:53 AM

Tuesday Update

Eagles | Alshon Jeffery was shopped
Philadelphia Eagles WR Alshon Jeffery was actively shopped after the team guaranteed his 2020 salary last season. Jeffery found out that he was on the market and was troubled by the mixed messages he had received from the team, a source close to the receiver said.
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Chiefs | Sammy Watkins turned it on late
Kansas City Chiefs WR Sammy Watkins averaged 96 yards receiving in three playoff contests in 2019 after averaging 51.8 receiving yards in 13 regular-season outings.
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Colts | Marlon Mack a ghost in the passing game
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack managed only three catches (four targets) for 14 yards in his final six games after producing 11 catches (13 targets) for 68 yards in his first eight outings.
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Titans | A.J. Brown got it done after the catch
Tennessee Titans WR A.J. Brown averaged 8.9 yards after the catch per reception in 2019 - the fifth-best mark among qualified players in the league.

Footballguys view: Brown was the best rookie receiver in the league last year. He's got strength to push through arm tackles with ease. Brown also has speed to go with that strength so he can just run by unsuspecting defenders. We're excited to see what he has in store for year two in the NFL.

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Rams | LA Rams likely eyeing committee backfield
Los Angeles Rams RBs Malcolm Brown and Darrell Henderson may end up sharing snaps in 2020, based on comments made by general manager Les Snead on Monday, April 6.'What we do want to be is a team that utilizes more than one workhorse moving the ball, with different skill sets.'

Footballguys view: Both are talented backs and we'll have to wait and see if one of them emerges as the primary back. Brown is more of a power back who can grind it out between the tackles and pick up tough yards. Henderson is more of a well-rounded back who doesn't need to come off the field. He'll need to be better in pass-protection if he wants a larger role. We'll see these two battle in training camp.

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Darrell Henderson player page

Saints | Emmanuel Sanders officially joins Saints
Updating a previous report, free-agent WR Emmanuel Sanders (49ers) officially signed with the New Orleans Saints Monday, April 6. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: This was a fine addition for the Saints. Sanders is not quite what he used to be but the veteran can still get open with quickness and guile. He should be a perfect complement to Michael Thomas on the other side of the formation. Sanders has plenty of flex appeal in this Saints passing attack.

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Lions | Geronimo Allison officially with Lions
Updating a previous report, free-agent WR Geronimo Allison (Packers) officially signed with the Detroit Lions Monday, April 6. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Allison is a big-bodied veteran who can play above the rim. He stays in the NFC North and will work for a spot on the depth chart behind Marvin Jones and Kenny Golladay.

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Falcons | Atlanta officially adds Todd Gurley
Updating a previous report, free-agent RB Todd Gurley (Rams) officially signed with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, April 6. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Gurley gets a one-year, 'prove it' deal to return to Georgia where he was a college superstar. If healthy, Gurley could have a bounce-back season with this fresh start. If not healthy, the team didn't make any sort of long-term investment.

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49ers | Kendrick Bourne signs tender offer
San Francisco 49ers restricted free-agent WR Kendrick Bourne signed his one-year tender offer Monday, April 6. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: Bourne is near the top of the depth chart now, but expect the 49ers to address the wide receiver position with one of their two first-round picks.

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Vikings | Bigger role possible for Irv Smith
Minnesota Vikings TE Irv Smith could have a bigger role in the passing game next season because of the trade of WR Stefon Diggs to the Buffalo Bills.

Footballguys view: Smith has plenty of upside and is in a Kubiak offense which features the tight end regularly. He's a TE2 with TE1 upside for Fantasy GMs in 2020.

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Panthers | Christian McCaffrey an extension candidate
Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey could be a candidate for a contract extension in the near future, according to general manager Marty Hurney.

Footballguys view: Oh what a deal McCaffrey is going to get! Only the third member of the 1,000/1,000 club, McCaffrey is proven as a dangerous runner and receiver at the pro level. A first-round pick in the 2017 NFL draft, McCaffrey is in line for another 1,000 yards rushing and 100-catch season in 2020.

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Steelers | Good progress for Ben Roethlisberger
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger (elbow) said his recovery is going fine and that he believes he would have been able to participate in some offseason workouts.

Footballguys view: If OTAs and minicamp were to happen, which seems doubtful at this time, we think Roethlisberger would have been limited. It sounds like he's on track for training camp, which is great news for the Steelers. They need to take their backup QB position seriously as Mason Rudolph doesn't appear to be the long-term answer.

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Vikings | Dalvin Cook had dropsies
Minnesota Vikings RB Dalvin Cook was tied for second in the league and tops among running backs with seven drops in 2019.

Footballguys view: Cook needs to clean that part of his game up this offseason. He's the centerpiece of what the Vikings do on offense and could be in line for more targets with Stefon Diggs getting traded away to the Bills. Cook's 9.4 percent drop rate was third-highest in the league behind Raiders WR Tyrell Williams and Broncos RB Phillip Lindsay.

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Packers | Aaron Jones hard to bring down
Green Bay Packers RB Aaron Jones was tied for the league lead with 32 broken tackles last season.

Footballguys view: Jones is a slashing runner who understands how to set up defenders in the open field. He has a relentless running style and is known as a hard-charging runner. That's one of the reasons why he emerged as the top back with the Packers and a rising star in this league.

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Browns | Nick Chubb broke many tackles
Cleveland Browns RB Nick Chubb was tied for the league lead, with Green Bay Packers RB Aaron Jones, with 32 broken tackles last season.

Footballguys view: Chubb is tough to bring down when he builds a head of steam. He understands angles as a rusher and can blast through an opponents would-be tackle. Expect more of the same this season and beyond.

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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-07-20, 09:10 AM

Originally posted by BigSpoon

Putting too much faith in David Johnson as well. Still can't get over that trade.

Texans have made a handful of awful trades the past couple of years.

**Otters27** · 04-07-20, 01:31 PM

Brees to Sanders

**jrgum3** · 04-08-20, 04:15 AM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

Texans have made a handful of awful trades the past couple of years.

Yeah they have but the Hopkins for DJ trade will go down as one of the worst in NFL history not just Texans history.

**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-08-20, 08:37 AM

Originally posted by jrgum3

Yeah they have but the Hopkins for DJ trade will go down as one of the worst in NFL history not just Texans history.

I'd be so upset if I was a Texans fan.

**LT Profits** · 04-08-20, 09:52 AM

Wednesday Update

Giants | Ball security a problem for Daniel Jones
New York Giants QB Daniel Jones committed a league-high 18 fumbles as a rookie in 2019 despite playing in only 13 games.

Footballguys view: Jones will have to be better this year. Even during his college days he would get a little careless with the rock. Jones is the franchise quarterback and should have healthier and better weapons around him in 2020. Now, if they could get him a better offensive line that would help immensely.

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Raiders | Derek Carr plagued by drops in his career
Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr has seen his teammates drop 216 passes over the course of his six-year career - the most drops a quarterback has witnessed over that span.

Footballguys view: Carr is on the hot seat in 2020. Not only did the team add Marcus Mariota in free agency, but they could select a quarterback with a premium pick in the 2020 NFL draft. Either way, it looks like Carr may be playing his final days as the Raiders starter.

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Cowboys | Hands betrayed Michael Gallup at times
Dallas Cowboys WR Michael Gallup was charged with 11 drops in 2019 - the second-highest total in the league.

Footballguys view: Gallup was a solid player for the Cowboys but he could clean up the drops. We'll see if he can have better concentration this year.

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Eagles | Miles Sanders dominant in December
Philadelphia Eagles RB Miles Sanders amassed 639 yards from scrimmage over the final five games of the regular season - the sixth-best total among running backs and the best among all rookie runners over that span.

Footballguys view: Sanders is the clear-cut starter for the Eagles in 2020. He's got RB1 upside with this featured role and could be one of the most valuable fantasy running backs this season.

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Saints | Latavius Murray got good blocking in 2019
New Orleans Saints RB Latavius Murray averaged 2.7 yards before contact per rushing attempt in 2019 - tied for the sixth-best average among qualified rushers last season.

Footballguys view: Murray does a good job before and after contact. He'll continue to serve a valuable role in the Saints offense, working in tandem with Alvin Kamara.

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Raiders | Darren Waller hard to tackle
Las Vegas Raiders TE Darren Waller was credited with eight broken tackles on his 90 catches in 2019 - tied with George Kittle for the second-highest total among tight ends.

Footballguys view: Waller had a breakout season in 2019 and was the league's second-leading tight end in terms of receiving yards. We'll see if he can duplicate...or even best..his success in 2020.

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49ers | George Kittle had sticky hands last season
San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle was charged with only two drops on 107 targets in 2019. He was one of only five players in the league with at least 100 targets - regardless of position - to finish with a drop rate below two percent.

Footballguys view: Kittle is one of the best tight ends in the league, so these numbers aren't surprising. He's consistent and he makes big plays with the rock. Expect more of the same for years to come.

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Broncos | Phillip Lindsay tough to bring down in 2019
Denver Broncos RB Phillip Lindsay averaged a broken tackle once every 7.7 carries in 2019 - a dramatically higher rate than he enjoyed as a rookie in 2018 (19.2). His 29 broken tackles last season were tied with Derrick Henry and Alvin Kamara for the third-highest total in the league.

Footballguys view: Lindsay runs with a ton of heart, and he's the only player in NFL history to enter the league undrafted and rush for 1,000 yards in back-to-back seasons to begin his career. Things are going to be different this year with Melvin Gordon added in free agency. Gordon will be the top back for the Broncos and Lindsay will serve as a change-of-pace back.

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Redskins | Cody Latimer deal now official
Updating a previous story, free-agent WR Cody Latimer (Giants) officially signed an undisclosed contract with the Washington Redskins Tuesday, April 7.

Footballguys view: Latimer is big and fast, but his game has been inconsistent ever since the Broncos drafted him in the second round of the 2014 NFL draft. Washington has Terry McLaurin as their top receiver and Latimer is going to be competing for that No.2 spot on the opposite side. Most likely, Latimer will wind up as a No.3 or No.4 receiver for Washington in 2020.

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Cardinals | DeAndre Hopkins deal not yet official
Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins has yet to take his physical with the team, but head coach Kliff Kingsbury said Tuesday, April 7, he has 'no doubt' the deal will get done before the 2020 NFL Draft (April 23).

Footballguys view: They'll get this thing official in the near future...then, the two sides may begin working on a new contract even though Hopkins has three years remaining on his deal.

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Redskins | Washington chased Amari Cooper in free agency
Washington Redskins head coach Ron Rivera said Tuesday, April 7, the team pursued Dallas Cowboys WR Amari Cooper in free agency. 'Amari is somebody that we chased and we chased very hard. ... We would have loved to have him.'

Footballguys view: Washington is looking for help at the wide receiver position, and they may address the position in the 2020 NFL draft. They need a partner in the WR corps to go along with Terry McLaurin.

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Falcons | Todd Gurley still awaiting physical
Atlanta Falcons RB Todd Gurley (knee) has yet to take or pass his physical, according to general manager Thomas Dimitroff Tuesday, April 7.

Footballguys view: Dimitroff said he feels good about Gurley's ability to pass the test. If Gurley is healthy and can regain his previous form, the Falcons just got a bargain on a one-year 'prove it' deal.

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Redskins | Coaches excited about Logan Thomas
Washington Redskins TE Logan Thomas has tight ends coach Pete Hoener excited about his smarts, savvy and athletic ability, according to head coach Ron Rivera Tuesday, April 7.

Footballguys view: A converted quarterback, Thomas has been trying to play tight end for the last three seasons. That's plenty of time to learn the position, but the upside and potential is still there because we haven't seen his athletic skills turn into real production on the field.

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NFL | Brandon Aiyuk undergoes surgery
Arizona State WR Brandon Aiyuk (abdomen) opted for surgery to repair a core muscle, sources said Tuesday, April 7. The procedure was performed by Dr. William Meyers.

Footballguys view: The word is that Aiyuk will be ready for the start of training camp. Aiyuk decided to have the surgery now given the lack of organized team activities. He should be a second-round pick in the 2020 NFL draft.

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**cjwatsonfan32** · 04-08-20, 12:20 PM

Derek Carr at least had one good full season. Mariota just seems like another pac 12 struggling qb in the NFL

**johnnyvegas13** · 04-08-20, 12:45 PM

Originally posted by cjwatsonfan32

Derek Carr at least had one good full season. Mariota just seems like another pac 12 struggling qb in the NFL

Raiders actually had a ok d that year when the stick had Mack

Also hD a good o line that year

Don't think Carr been any better or worse since then

**cjwatsonfan32** · 04-09-20, 02:15 AM

Originally posted by johnnyvegas13

Raiders actually had a ok d that year when the stick had Mack

Also hD a good o line that year

Don't think Carr been any better or worse since then

You don’t think he’s been worse? Cause I think he has looked more like David recently

**LT Profits** · 04-09-20, 07:51 AM

Thursday Update

Quartney Davis shows off speed Wednesday
Texas A&M WR Quartney Davis reportedly posted a 40 time of 4.40 seconds and a 3.98-second time in the 20-yard shuttle during a workout in front of several teams via FaceTime, live video and a few evaluators in attendance on Wednesday, April 8.
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Bills | Devin Singletary could be featured in 2020?
Buffalo Bills RB Devin Singletary 'could be the workload guy if we want him to do it,' general manager Brandon being told Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio on Wednesday, April 8.
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Cardinals | Arizona want to feel good about three RBs
Arizona Cardinals RBs Kenyan Drake and Chase Edmonds have head coach Kliff Kingsbury 'really excited' about the first two spots on the depth chart, but Kingsbury told a group of reporters in a videoconference on Tuesday, April 7, that he'd like to have three running backs 'that we feel like we could roll through and not lose much.'
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Chase Edmonds player page

Bengals | A.J. Green healthy
Cincinnati Bengals franchise free-agent WR A.J. Green (ankle) has completely recovered from his ankle injury and is working out in Atlanta, according to head coach Zac Taylor.

Footballguys view: Great news for the Bengals veteran here...now, the team needs to get to work on getting him a long-term deal. Green would likely have stayed away from any offseason work in the spring without a new contract. The coronavirus pandemic means there won't be much if any of that work before training camp. The two sides have until July 15th to get a deal done.

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Chiefs | KC adding DeAndre Washington
Free-agent RB DeAndre Washington (Raiders) agreed to terms on one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs Wednesday, April 8, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: It's an interesting add for the Chiefs offense. Washington is compact and can gash a defense as a runner or receiver out of the backfield. He'll compete for a spot on the depth chart behind Damien Williams in 2020.

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Chiefs | Demarcus Robinson's deal official
Updating a previous report, free-agent WR Demarcus Robinson (Chiefs) officially re-signed with the Kansas City Chiefs Wednesday, April 8. Official terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Footballguys view: The Chiefs keep their offense in place for the 2020 season and Robinson will work again as a part-time receiver. He's likely no.4 on the depth chart behind Tyreek Hill, Sammy Watkins and Mecole Hardman which limits his fantasy value.

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Giants | Aldrick Rosas signs tender
New York Giants restricted free-agent PK Aldrick Rosas signed his one-year tender offer Wednesday, April 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Redskins | Kyle Allen could have advantage for QB job
Washington Redskins QB Kyle Allen would have an advantage in the competition for the starting quarterback job if teams do not have much time to prepare for the 2020 season, according to head coach Ron Rivera. 'If we were told, hey, you've got two weeks to go, I would feel very comfortable with Kyle,' Rivera said, 'because here's a guy that knows the system, has been in the system and could handle it for us for a period of time, and we'll see how that goes. That's kind of the thought process behind it for us.'

Footballguys view: Allen was added because Ron Rivera knows him from their days together with the Panthers, and the team needs someone to push second-year pro Dwayne Haskins. We'll see this battle unfold in training camp.

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NFL | Sewo Olonilua meets with many teams
TCU RB Sewo Olonilua has met with the Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, Minnesota Vikings, Los Angeles Chargers, Baltimore Ravens and Carolina Panthers via teleconference. He met with the Houston Texans at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Footballguys view: Olonilua is looking like a Day 3 pick in the 2020 NFL draft. He is a powerful runner who can create his own space with speed which belies his size (6'3" 233 pounds).

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Jets | James Morgan meets with NYJ reps
Florida International QB James Morgan met via teleconference Wednesday, April 8, with the New York Jets.

Footballguys view: Morgan is an intriguing developmental prospect that teams are keeping tabs on. He should be a late-round pick or priority free agent addition after the draft. Morgan has a huge arm but little control as a passer, mainly due to poor and inconsistent mechanics.

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Chargers | Austin Ekeler converts
Los Angeles Chargers RB Austin Ekeler had an 85.2 percent catch percentage last season, which was the best rate of anyone with 45 receptions.

Footballguys view: Ekeler can make plays happen with the ball in his hands. The Chargers rewarded him with a new contract this offseason and he's at the top of the depth chart with Melvin Gordon moving on to the Broncos in free agency. Ekeler is a RB1 for Fantasy GMs in 2020.

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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-09-20, 07:57 AM

Originally posted by cjwatsonfan32

You don’t think he’s been worse? Cause I think he has looked more like David recently

Except for his one really good season, he is scared to throw it downfield for some reason.

**Otters27** · 04-09-20, 11:38 AM

Like to see AJ Green have a comeback year

**mpaschal34** · 04-09-20, 09:33 PM

Brandon Cooks traded again. Never heard anything bad about his attitude or work ethic. But he's off to his 4th team.

I know he was hurt a lot last year.....but if you had Goff as your QB, you'd be getting hurt a lot too.

Hopefully he can stay healthy in Houston.

**BigSpoon** · 04-09-20, 11:10 PM

Texans are a mess, should have just paid Hopkins what he's worth. They are now overpaying Cobb and Cooks anyways.

**cjwatsonfan32** · 04-10-20, 03:12 AM

Originally posted by mpaschal34

Brandon Cooks traded again. Never heard anything bad about his attitude or work ethic. But he's off to his 4th team.

I know he was hurt a lot last year.....but if you had Goff as your QB, you'd be getting hurt a lot too.

Hopefully he can stay healthy in Houston.

I’d be surprised if he gets to 1000 and 5 TD’s. Nothing is going to fill that hole Hopkins left

**LT Profits** · 04-10-20, 07:30 AM

Friday Update

Falcons | Todd Gurley's deal official
Updating previous reports, Atlanta Falcons RB Todd Gurley passed his physical Thursday, April 9, and his deal is official.
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Rams | LA Rams taking big hit in Brandin Cooks' deal
New Houston Texans WR Brandin Cooks' trade from the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, April 9, is expected to leave an estimated $21.8 million of dead money on the Rams' salary cap in 2020, surpassing the $21.12 million hit the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2019 after trading Antonio Brown for the largest single-year dead money charge ever taken for a player.
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Buccaneers | GM praises Jameis Winston
Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht said Thursday, April 9, he still believes in free-agent QB Jameis Winston. 'We've got a lot of respect for him,' Licht said. 'I thought he did a lot of great things, and anybody in our office or building would say the same thing. He did some spectacular things for us. I would never say that, personally -- and I think I speak on behalf of the organization -- that he's a bust. I think he's got a bright future ahead of him.'
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Rams | Josh Reynolds serviceable as starter
Los Angeles Rams WR Josh Reynolds caught six of 11 targets for a total of 104 yards in two starts last season.
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Texans | Houston acquires Brandin Cooks
Los Angeles Rams WR Brandin Cooks was traded to the Houston Texans Thursday, April 9, in exchange for the No. 57 pick the 2020 NFL Draft. The Texans also received a fourth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft in the deal.
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Cardinals | Arizona could add third RB for offense
Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury said the third running back spot behind RB Kenyan Drake and RB Chase Edmonds may still be open following the re-signing of RB D.J. Foster. 'We think he has a good skill set,' Kingsbury said in regard to Foster, 'but that's an area we'd like to have three that you feel like we could roll through and not lose much.'
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Chase Edmonds player page

Vikings | Dalvin Cook wants long stay in Minnesota
Minnesota Vikings RB Dalvin Cook said Thursday, April 9, he'd like to stick with the team for the foreseeable future. 'I definitely love Minnesota,' said Cook. 'I love everything the state has to bring. Being a kid, I was drafted (in 2017) from Miami (his hometown), so I didn't know what I was getting myself into. I actually am happy where I'm at, and I would like to be in Minnesota long term. ... It's all about what the person believes in, what the owners believe in, the GM believes in, and I firmly think the Vikings believe in me.'
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Patriots | Julian Edelman won't be punished
New England Patriots WR Julian Edelman won't be prosecuted after being cited by police for misdemeanor vandalism earlier this year, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. The owner of a car Edelman damaged informed the DA's Office he doesn't want Edelman charged, and he was fully compensated for the repairs.

Footballguys view: We'll see if the league gets involved here or not now that the legal process is done. It's doubtful they take any action but still something to keep in mind as we roll towards the regular season.

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Chiefs | Ricky Seals-Jones officially signed
Updating a previous report, Kansas City Chiefs TE Ricky Seals-Jones' contract was finalized Thursday, April 9, by the NFL.

Footballguys view: Seals-Jones has the basketball skill set to play 'above the rim' in the NFL, but he's never played up to his potential. He's a nice flier in dynasty formats just in case he ever gets a larger opportunity and on a team like the Chiefs that would be quite interesting.

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NFL | Tua Tagovailoa works out on film
Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa (hip) participated in an hour-long workout with 55 scripted passes and another 20 throws in a 'dynamic drill setting' at a private Alabama gym Thursday, April 9. Fewer than 10 people were in attendance, and all of the necessary safety guidelines in relation to COVID-19 were followed. Tagovailoa's representatives said they will distribute the tape to all 32 NFL teams.

Footballguys view: Tagovailoa's agent, the great Leigh Steinberg, said that health concerns about his client were seriously overblown. Things seem to be well on track for the young passer as he comes back from the hip surgery that ended his college career. We think the Dolphins will do whatever it takes to get him in the first round, and we fully believe that Tagovailoa is going to be a top-5 pick in the 2020 NFL draft.

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NFL | Zack Moss gets clean bill on knee health
Utah RB Zack Moss was given a clean bill of health from NFL teams after his knee was checked out following a 2018 surgery, according to Moss' agent, Jamal Tooson. The knee was a concern for not only NFL teams but Moss himself, and ESPN's Adam Schefter said this news is the 'best-case scenario' for Moss.

Footballguys view: Moss has serious skill to be a solid starter in the NFL. His injury history is likely to drop him to the third round of the 2020 NFL draft. However, Moss has power and determination as a runner that will serve him well in the pros. He wasn't used much as a receiver for the Utes, but Moss did catch 28 passes in 2019 for a healthy 13.9 yards per reception.

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NFL | Stephen Gostkowski not ready to retire
Unrestricted free-agent PK Stephen Gostkowski (Patriots) intends to play in 2020, provided there is a season. 'I'm not ready to just hang it up,' Gostkowski, 36, said. 'I'm gonna try to play. It's going to be tough to show teams what I can do right now or work out or do a physical, but I'm not too worried about it. I'm not concerned. I kind of take things day by day.'
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Buccaneers | Ronald Jones receives endorsement from GM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Ronald Jones was given an endorsement from general manager Jason Licht on Thursday, April 9. 'We have a lot of faith in Ronald. We have more faith in him than we ever have,' Licht said.
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NFL Draft | Bryan Edwards healing up
South Carolina WR Bryan Edwards (foot) had the boot taken off his broken foot, and he's moving around well, according to sources.
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Rams | Gerald Everett a focal point
Los Angeles Rams TE Gerald Everett is a player that head coach Sean McVay said he has to do a better job of utilizing. 'Really, really excited about what Everett's going to do,' McVay said. 'I think Tyler Higbee did a phenomenal job, but I think Everett's a guy that I've got to do a better job of utilizing his skill set because he's a difference-maker. But he's got to get the opportunities and I think that starts with some of the things I know I can do a better job of.'
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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-10-20, 09:29 AM

Originally posted by mpaschal34

Brandon Cooks traded again. Never heard anything bad about his attitude or work ethic. But he's off to his 4th team.

I know he was hurt a lot last year.....but if you had Goff as your QB, you'd be getting hurt a lot too.

Hopefully he can stay healthy in Houston.

Another awful trade for the Texans. A 2nd rounder for a guy who had his production drop off a cliff and had concussion problems last year? The draft is very deep in WRs and they could have just drafted one in the 2nd round.

**cjwatsonfan32** · 04-10-20, 11:36 PM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

Another awful trade for the Texans. A 2nd rounder for a guy who had his production drop off a cliff and had concussion problems last year? The draft is very deep in WRs and they could have just drafted one in the 2nd round.

Bill O he made another bad decision Brien is a joke of a coach and what do you do if he’s that bad of a coach? Let him make personnel decisions. Texas is filled with franchises who are jokes

**Otters27** · 04-10-20, 11:48 PM

Originally posted by BigSpoon

Texans are a mess, should have just paid Hopkins what he's worth. They are now overpaying Cobb and Cooks anyways.

Still Can't believe that 24-0 comeback by the Cheifs

**mpaschal34** · 04-11-20, 12:50 AM

Originally posted by Otters27

Still Can't believe that 24-0 comeback by the Cheifs

Nothing compared to the Oilers blowing a 35-3 lead back in the day. Luckily I swore off them after the move and never became a Texans fan.

**LT Profits** · 04-11-20, 07:30 AM

Saturday Update

Patriots | Jakobi Meyers to take leap?
New England Patriots WR Jakobi Meyers could benefit if QB Jarrett Stidham is the starter in 2020, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com. Playing largely with Stidham in last year's preseason, Meyers recorded 20 catches for 253 yards and two touchdowns.
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Patriots | Gunner Olszewski could have role
New England Patriots WR Gunner Olszewski has a chance to be an 'asset' as a punt returner and slot receiver in 2020, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com.
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Patriots | High marks for Damien Harris
New England Patriots RB Damien Harris 'did everything right behind the scenes' in his rookie season, according to running backs coach Ivan Fears.
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NFL | LeSean McCoy wants to play
Free-agent RB LeSean McCoy (Chiefs) said he hopes to sign with a winning team this offseason.
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Chargers | Austin Ekeler led in YPT
Los Angeles Chargers RB Austin Ekeler in 2019 led all running backs with an average of 6.9 yards per touch.

Footballguys view: Ekeler is dangerous in space and can make defenders look silly in the open field. With Melvin Gordon (Broncos) moving on in free agency, Ekeler gets a larger role with the Chargers for the 2020 season. He's a RB1 for Fantasy GMs, especially in PPR leagues.

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NFL | Jonathan Taylor tops between tackles
Wisconsin RB and 2020 NFL Draft prospect Jonathan Taylor is Pro Football Focus' top-rated draft running back between the tackles.

Footballguys view: Taylor averaged around 6.5 yards per carry between the tackles in 2019. He is a powerful runner who is difficult to bring down when he builds a head of steam. Taylor is not experienced as a receiver out of the backfield and had four drops last year when the Badgers tried to throw to him more. We expect he'll be a late first-round pick in the 2020 NFL draft.

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Falcons | Todd Gurley: No injury concerns
Atlanta Falcons RB Todd Gurley on Friday, April 10, said in a media conference call that he no concern about the knee issues that appeared to have hampered his production the past 18 months, stating 'I know I'm still that guy' who won the 2017 NFL Offensive Player of the Year award. 'Nothing is (given),' Gurley added. 'I don't care if you have 10 Pro Bowls or one Pro Bowl. You got to go in and work, that's just how the game goes. Obviously, I'll be able to come in and help those guys out but like I said [I'm going to] play my role, it's whatever the team need me to do at the end of the day. I know what I bring to the table, (I'm going to) come in, (I'm going to) work hard and help out the running back and they're going to help me out as well.'

Footballguys view: There are injury concerns and that's why he got a one-year, 'prove it' deal from the Falcons. The team should limit his workload to help keep him healthy for the 2020 season.

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Falcons | Load management for Todd Gurley?
Atlanta Falcons RB Todd Gurley talked with the media Friday, April 10, via conference call. 'The way life is going right now, everybody is on load management,' Gurley said, adding that he is planning on discussing the team's usage intentions for him this offseason.

Footballguys view: Managing Gurley's workload just makes sense. He needs to stay healthy and produce as the lead back, but that doesn't mean he'll get the large workload he used to with the Rams. Expect the Falcons to add a running back in the 2020 NFL draft who could help share touches in the backfield this season.

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NFL | Derrick Dillon runs at Pro Day
Louisiana State WR Derrick Dillon ran a 4.28-second 40-yard dash at his Pro Day Wednesday, April 8, according to his agent, Martin Fischman.

Footballguys view: Dillon was a reserve player for the Bayou Bengals and should be a priority free agent after the 2020 NFL draft. He performed well during the week of practice for the East-West Shrine Bowl earlier this year, and certainly that 40-yard dash time will turn a lot of heads.

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Rams | Brandin Cooks trade leaves black hole
Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Rams WR Brandin Cooks was dealt to the Houston Texans Thursday, April 9, which reportedly left the Rams with a record amount of dead money for one season. The Rams will eat $21.8 million in dead money, which surpassed the $21.12 million the Pittsburgh Steelers owed for WR Antonio Brown's release.

Footballguys view: The Rams are paying a ton in dead money for this deal and by also releasing Todd Gurley. They are getting away from big/bad contracts but will have a hefty price to pay this season in dead money.

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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-11-20, 09:05 AM

Gurley says he has no injury concerns?

**BigSpoon** · 04-11-20, 10:48 AM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

Gurley says he has no injury concerns?

He is past his prime already.

**Stallion** · 04-11-20, 03:48 PM

God I miss football, and all sports actually.

**mpaschal34** · 04-11-20, 07:23 PM

Originally posted by Stallion

God I miss football, and all sports actually.

i've been ok so far because i'm finally catching up on all a ton of TV shows i've been wanting to watch. however, the list is starting to get shorter and shorter. life needs to get back to normal in May.

**LT Profits** · 04-12-20, 08:29 AM

Sunday Update

Panthers | Christian McCaffrey a reception machine
Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey's 303 receptions in his first three seasons are the second most in league history.
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Packers | Opportunity for Jace Sternberger
Green Bay Packers TE Jace Sternberger has 'dynamic ability in the passing game,' according to general manager Robert Gutekunst, and Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com expects Sternberger to be given a shot to be the No. 1 tight end in 2020.
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Redskins | Terry McLaurin a one-man show
Washington Redskins WR Terry McLaurin's 919 receiving yards in 2019 were 541 more than any other player on the team and 554 more than any other receiver.
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Cowboys | Tony Pollard to play out wide?
Dallas Cowboys RB Tony Pollard could be used in a variety of ways by head coach Mike McCarthy, similar to how McCarthy deployed RB Ty Montgomery while he was with the Green Bay Packers, according to Todd Archer of ESPN.com.
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Steelers | Benny Snell produced when asked
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Benny Snell topped 90 rushing yards in both of his starts as a rookie and ran for at least 63 rushing yards in four of the five games when he was given at least 16 carries.
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NFL | Quick impact for Antonio Gandy-Golden?
Liberty WR Antonio Gandy-Golden could last until the fourth or fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft but is 'going to help a team in 2020,' according to ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr.
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NFL | D'Andre Swift the top back?
Georgia RB D'Andre Swift is 'the best pass-catching back' in the 2020 NFL Draft and the only back likely to be selected in the first round, according to Mel Kiper Jr. of ESPN.
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NFL | Sleeper potential for Antonio Gibson?
Memphis WR Antonio Gibson is a 'perfect third-round target with upside,' according to ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr.
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Falcons | Calvin Ridley in line for big role
Atlanta Falcons WR Calvin Ridley averaged 8.2 targets per game in six games following the trade of WR Mohamed Sanu last season. Ridley was averaging just 6.3 targets per game in his first seven games of the season.
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NFL | Opinions split on Jordan Love's potential
Utah State QB Jordan Love is viewed by some NFL scouts as the best pure thrower in the 2020 NFL Draft, while others see him as a Day 2 pick, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. The Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints, New England Patriots, Los Angeles Chargers, Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins are among the teams looking at Love, according to sources.
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NFL | Tom Flacco a late-round option?
Towson QB Tom Flacco - brother of former Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos QB Joe Flacco - is viewed by Ravens general manager Eric Decosta as a potential option for a team in the later rounds of the 2020 NFL Draft. 'In the late rounds, would it surprise me if he gets picked? Not at all,' Decosta said. 'I think he's smart, it won't be too big for him. He's been around the league because of his brother. He's got (an) advantage that a lot of guys don't have because he's at least had a glimmer of what it's like being in the NFL. I think he's going to prepare well. I think he's got a shot.'
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49ers | Jimmy Garoppolo has backing
San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo on Friday, April 10, continued to receive backing from teammate George Kittle. 'Jimmy G is my quarterback, and he's one hell of a quarterback, ' Kittle said on the Pro Football Talk podcast. 'We don't get to the Super Bowl without him. So there's no one that I'd replace him with. What he's done for this team leadership-wise and on the field, he's one of a kind.'
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49ers | Tevin Coleman faced stacked boxes
San Francisco 49ers RB Tevin Coleman faced defenses deploying eight or more players in the box on a league-high 40.15 percent of his rushing attempts in 2019.
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NFL | Tua Tagovailoa touts health
Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa (hip) on Friday, April 10, attempted to quell claims he's injury prone. 'I'm not playing badminton. I'm not on the swim team,' Tagovailoa said during an Instagram Live show. '(Football) is a physical sport. You're gonna get hurt. That just comes with it. And it was just very unfortunate that I got hurt every season. It's a part of the game. It's a contact sport. I can only control what I can control. I can't control that.'
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**JAKEPEAVY21** · 04-12-20, 08:30 AM

Originally posted by mpaschal34

i've been ok so far because i'm finally catching up on all a ton of TV shows i've been wanting to watch. however, the list is starting to get shorter and shorter. life needs to get back to normal in May.

I've probably watched 15-20 movies. Need to start running or walking as i have just been sitting around and eating a lot.

**BigSpoon** · 04-12-20, 10:11 AM

Originally posted by JAKEPEAVY21

I've probably watched 15-20 movies. Need to start running or walking as i have just been sitting around and eating a lot.

Yeah, I might need to wear a mask at home to prevent myself from eating.

**Otters27** · 04-12-20, 12:52 PM

McCaffery will be my tip pick next year if I can get him