Nfl Free Agency

Big Money, Not Big Names, Available In Nfl Free Agency

... might be the best you can hope for given the circumstances. Teams realize that they must overpay on the first few days of free agency, when the shelves are cleared of just about anyone who can walk and chew gum at the same time. It’s when the “C-plus” players get the “A-plus” money that teams really get themselves in trouble. A few more players will re-sign with their existing teams between now and Thursday afternoon, further thinning the herd. But as things stand now there will be some good players on the market, but really no great ones. (We’re a long way removed from the Reggie White free agent tour of 1993.). Players who have head great careers — such as running back Adrian Peterson, defensive end De Marcus Ware and center Nick Mangold — are scheduled to hit the market Thursday. But they are ...

Buying Or Selling Tuesday's Rumors

... Focus , it's not surprising that more teams than not are interested in adding him. However, one of those teams is likely about to spend upward of $30 million in guaranteed money on a defensive back who was a nameless subpackage player at this point a year ago. It's a risky move, but all free-agent signings are to an extent. Of this year's free agents in the secondary, Bouye easily has the most upside. Verdict: Buy. 11 of 11. Christian Petersen/Getty Images. For the second straight year, the Los Angeles Rams slapped the franchise tag on cornerback Trumaine Johnson. However, despite the fact that Johnson has already signed his $16.7 million tender for 2017, the 27-year-old may not be long for L. A. On Tuesday, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport  reported the Rams aren't convinced Johnson fits in their long-term plans and are exploring a trade. "So much of what the Rams are doing is ...

Desean Jackson To Eagles Or Dallas Cowboys

... The other teams involved. Per the Post. Along with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Philadelphia Eagles, New England Patriots and the Dallas Cowboys also have inquired about wide receiver De Sean Jackson, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, it's expected that the Redskins and Jackson will part ways, multiple people with knowledge of the situation have indicated. Jackson, who finished with 56 catches for 1,005 yards and four touchdowns last season for the Washington Redskins, was released by the Eagles in 2014 because of  off-the-field issues. According to multiple reports, the Buccaneers are believed to be the favorite at this point to land Jackson. Ranking Eagles' options at WR. The idea of Jackson ending up with the Cowboys, however, could cause the Eagles to increase ...

13 Things To Watch As Nfl Free Agency Gets Underway

... to look like the most desirable, championship-ready options for Romo to land in a starting job and chase a Super Bowl. Adrian Peterson's market. Adrian Peterson. Andy Clayton-King / AP. Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson carries the ball against Green Bay in September 2016 in Minneapolis. (Andy Clayton-King / AP). Is there a market for Adrian Peterson after the Minnesota Vikings declined to pay him $18 million in salary and bonuses for the 2017 season? He turns 32 this month and there are younger running backs available, not only in free agency but also in a draft class that is overflowing with talent. Peterson has spoken of possibly playing for the Texans, New York Giants or Tampa Bay Buccaneers. There has been speculation in recent days about the New England Patriots. It cannot be ruled out that he still could end up back with the Vikings. Kirk Cousins trade. Washington Redskins v Chicago Bears. David Banks / Getty Images. Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins dives into the endzone ...

Latest Eagles Rumors, Buzz, Deals

... #Chargers released CB Brandon Flowers. - Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 7, 2017. ESPN says that the Eagles could be best fit for Alshon Jeffery. As Alshon Jefferey's anticipated price tag settles, @ESPN projects the #Eagles as best fit for #Bears WR: __link__/7 u Rq UZA 1 c 3. - Matt Lombardo (@Matt Lombardo PHL) March 7, 2017. Bears seem interested in Cordarrelle Patterson. Not sure if out there but source tells @sn_nfl that @Chicago Bears expected to make push to sign @Vikings UFA WR @ceeflashpee 84. - Alex Marvez (@alexmarvez) March 7, 2017. 49 ers in on Kenny Britt. #49 ers eying big-bodied free-agent WRs, including Kenny Britt. #Rams __link__/CAle QOl Lj B. - Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) March 7, 2017. Legal tampering officially opens at noon, here is who the Eagles should call first. Today, the #Eagles can call the agents for players they are interested in. Here should be their first 5 calls: __link__/U 8 fih Lz QWx. - Eliot Shorr-Parks (@Eliot Shorr Parks) March 7, 2017. ...

These Five Under-the-radar Nfl Free Agents Will End Up Being Big Factors In 2017

... by most to be a center, and a good one. He is smart, can make the calls, which is imperative in the Green Bay offense, and his is good in the run game and solid in pass protection. He won’t overpower bigger nose tackles, but he makes up for it with his technique. For a team looking for a quality starter, one with a lot good football in front of him, Tretter could be great value. Tretter won’t overpower bigger nose tackles, but he makes up for it with his technique. USATSI. Kamar Aiken WR / Baltimore. In 2015, Aiken caught 75 passes for 944 yards and four touchdowns. But with Steve Smith back healthy last year, Aiken didn’t play as much as his production fell to 28 catches and one touchdown. The enticing thing is that he’s just 27 years old, which means he has some good football left. For a receiver-needy team, he could be a nice second or third option. He will never be the No. 1 guy, but could be a solid complementary player to a big-play threat ...

Adrian Peterson's Dad Reveals Favorites To Sign Star Rb

...  told the St. Paul Pioneer Press  on Tuesday. If the elder Peterson is to be believed, it sounds like Oakland and Seattle have emerged as front-running destinations outside a return to Minnesota after 10 years. “What we personally like about the Raiders is the offensive line," he said of Oakland , which ranked sixth in the NFL in rushing in 2016. "They haven’t been playing around.’. In Seattle, Peterson would be reunited with Seahawks offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell, who held the same position with the Vikings from 2006-2010. Peterson, drafted seventh overall by Minnesota in 2007, rushed for 1,341, 1,760, 1,383 and 1,298 yards during four seasons in Bevell's offense. “You look at the connections in Seattle, so there’s definitely interest there,’ Nelson Peterson told the Pioneer Press. “Those are some pretty good years.". This does not preclude Peterson from re-signing with the Vikings, who are "still in the ...

5 Players The Cleveland Browns Should Sign In 2017

... of free agency, and the Cleveland Browns are stacked with just over $100 million in cap space. This time last year, they had over $50 million in cap space and we thought that was a lot. The Browns also have high-profile draft picks that they will be able to add some talent from in April, but the right moves in free agency can fill some key roles with proven players. Here is my annual list of five players I would consider signing if I were running the Browns. This list takes into account the fact that teams can’t just sign the biggest five names in free agency. However, I do think the Browns have dropped enough hints to say they will be aggressive in free agency, which is reflected in my column. When Free Agency Negotiations & Signings Begin. On Tuesday, March 7 th, at 12:00 p.m. ET, teams were allowed to begin negotiating with players' agents. That is an important distinction - the team still cannot make contact with the players. Players who do not have agents cannot be contacted by teams during this ...

Colts Re-sign Tight End Jack Doyle

... highest in the league among tight ends last season. The NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported that Doyle’s new deal will be worth $19 in base salary the next three seasons. Earlier in the day, the Cardinals reportedly re-signed their own TE, Jermaine Gresham, to a four-year contract expected to be worth $7 million next season. So, the market appears to be set for tight ends this year, although the options are dwindling in a hurry. Doyle was the most intriguing option behind New England’s Martellus Bennett, who figures to use the Doyle and Gresham deals as a baseline for his own demands. Ryan Griffen, Jared Cook and Luke Willson lead the list of remaining TE candidates. 2017 NFL draft rankings: Top prospects by position. Is it possible Allen could join the ranks? He still has three years and upwards of $20 million left on that relatively new contract, but just $3 million ...

Adrian Peterson Eyeing Seattle, Oakland; Darrelle Revis Asking For $8 Million

... receive that sum not to play football this year. From the sound of it, the veteran cornerback wants a sizable amount more than that to lure him back onto the field, as Pro Football Talk reported Tuesday that Revis is looking for at least $8 million in free agency. The seven-time Pro Bowler’s play slipped noticeably last season amid admissions by him that he was “old” and that his body was “breaking down,” so his asking price may be deemed excessively high by any potential suitor. In that case, we might have seen the last of the 31-year-old former landlord of “Revis Island,” with his next stop possibly the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Rams shopping their franchise corner. The #Rams are in discussions with several teams about potentially trading franchised CB Trumaine Johnson, per teams involved. Big domino. Adrian Peterson ...

Latest Buzz Surrounding 2017 Free-agent Market

... with a breakout performance in his first full year as a wide receiver. Despite entering the season with just two career catches, the 27-year-old Prior racked up over 1,000 receiving yards for the Browns. Cabot states that Pryor's first choice is to remain with the Browns, despite their uncertainty at quarterback. This is likely due to Pryor's relationship with head coach Hue Jackson, who has coached Pryor with three different franchises (Browns, Cincinnati Bengals and Oakland Raiders). Calais Campbell on the Move. Ralph Freso/Getty Images. Longtime Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Calais Campbell is expected to be on the move, according to Kent Somers of __link__. Somers projects Campbell's contract to exceed $11 million per year. According to Spotrac , the Cardinals have just $19 million in cap room. Campbell has spent his entire nine-year career in Arizona and will likely ...