Some roster movement today in minor transactions as several teams are starting to add players to early injured lists: Chicago Bears Placed on active/NFI list: T Kiran Amegadjie Placed on active/PUP list: DT Jamree Kromah Denver Broncos Placed on active/NFI list: RB Blake Watson Green Bay Packers Placed on active/NFI list: S Kitan Oladapo Placed on active/PUP list: OL … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 7/17/24
Montez Sweat Informed Bears He Would Not Debut Without Extension; No Commanders Talks Transpired
The Bears have restarted their quarterback contract clock, swapping out a fourth season of Justin Fields for Caleb Williams‘ rookie deal. That will give the NFC North team more roster flexibility, helping make two recent big-ticket extensions palatable. Chicago authorized high-priced re-ups for Montez Sweat and Jaylon Johnson between November and March. The first of those … [Read more...] about Montez Sweat Informed Bears He Would Not Debut Without Extension; No Commanders Talks Transpired
Caleb Williams Aimed To Secure No-Franchise Tag Clause In Bears Rookie Deal
Reported as completed Tuesday, the Bears’ negotiations with Caleb Williams may not be done just yet. As this is a modern rookie contract, a deal is expected to be finalized well before the season. But this year’s No. 1 pick asked for an unusual clause, representing one of the hold-ups. Set to be tied to a fully guaranteed deal worth just more than $39MM in total, Williams is … [Read more...] about Caleb Williams Aimed To Secure No-Franchise Tag Clause In Bears Rookie Deal
Largest 2024 Cap Hits: Defense
As veteran report dates for training camps near, NFL payrolls are largely set. Extension- and trade-related matters remain, but as far as high cap numbers go, the list will not change much between now and Week 1. After we ran down the top cap charges on the offensive side of the ball last week, here are the highest 2024 figures tied to defenders: Maxx Crosby, EDGE (Raiders): … [Read more...] about Largest 2024 Cap Hits: Defense
John Mara Voiced Support For Giants Retaining Saquon Barkley, Did Not Force Re-Signing
HBO’s Hard Knocks: Offseason debut has included John Mara cameos, with the owner staying involved in the team’s effort (or lack thereof) to retain Saquon Barkley. After GM Joe Schoen ran down the team’s priorities, Mara still makes it somewhat clear he wants his staff to keep the door open for a return. As the legal tampering period began, the Giants‘ front office — after … [Read more...] about John Mara Voiced Support For Giants Retaining Saquon Barkley, Did Not Force Re-Signing