Once the first couple waves of free agency are done, there’s a lot less urgency for players and teams to lock up contracts. Teams often want to wait to see how the draft unfolds and if they can address needs there, while many players are content to wait and ensure they don’t get passed over by a rookie. Not having to attend OTAs and workouts is another perk from the player … [Read more...] about Best Fits For Our Top 10 Available Free Agents
ESPN: Derek Carr Considered Retirement Before Injury Diagnosis, Explored Options With Other Teams
Jeremy Fowler and Katherine Terrell of ESPN posted a thoroughly reported breakdown on Friday of how the situation between the Saints and QB Derek Carr unfolded and ultimately resulted in the veteran quarterback retiring from the NFL. According to three league sources cited by ESPN, Carr’s representatives reached out to at least two quarterback-needy teams before free agency … [Read more...] about ESPN: Derek Carr Considered Retirement Before Injury Diagnosis, Explored Options With Other Teams
Steelers Have Reportedly Called Saints About Potential Chris Olave Trade
According to Nick Farabaugh, the Steelers have called the Saints to check on WR Chris Olave‘s availability in a trade, but New Orleans does not seem interested in a deal. Farabaugh’s sources describe Pittsburgh’s call as “due diligence.” Farabuagh reiterates that a trade does not appear to be imminent. Olave missed time last season after sustaining multiple concussions, … [Read more...] about Steelers Have Reportedly Called Saints About Potential Chris Olave Trade
NFC Notes: Jadeveon Clowney, Princely Umanmielen, Tyler Shough, Panthers, Saints
Panthers Carolina released OLB Jadeveon Clowney recently, even though he led the team in sacks a year ago with 5.5. Panthers HC Dave Canales explained their decision to move on and cited their fixation on the development of younger players. “Really appreciate JD,” Canales said, via Carolina Blitz. “Certainly, when you watch the 2024 film, he’s a guy that just gave everything … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Jadeveon Clowney, Princely Umanmielen, Tyler Shough, Panthers, Saints
NFC Notes: Tetairoa McMillan, Tyler Shough, Falcons, Panthers, Saints
Falcons Falcons’ new DL coach, Nate Ollie, wants his team to attack their opponents like Mike Tyson would attack his in the boxing ring. “Everything that we’re trying to do now, it’s like we’re trying to be like Mike Tyson and throw haymakers,” Ollie said last week, via the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “We’re getting off the ball, attacking, throwing haymakers. No jabs. It’s … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Tetairoa McMillan, Tyler Shough, Falcons, Panthers, Saints