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Report: NFL Might Make Push For 18 Games Before Current CBA Ends

May 1, 2024 9:02 AM

The NFL could make a push for an 18-game season before the end of the current collective bargaining agreement, according to a report.

The CBA is set to expire in 2031. The league just added a 17th game to the schedule in 2020.

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Tags: Misc Rumor

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Davante Adams Doesn't Regret Trade From Packers

May 1, 2024 8:54 AM

Things haven't gone as planned for Davante Adams with the Las Vegas Raiders, but the wide receiver doesn't regret the move.

Adams was traded from the Green Bay Packers to the Raiders during the 2022 offseason.

There has been speculation that Adams could be traded again, while Jordan Love has emerged as a potential superstar in Green Bay.

During an appearance on The Rush podcast with Raiders teammate Maxx Crosby, Adams said he "hadn't seen enough" of Love to know what the future held when he left Green Bay but that he's been watching and he's been impressed by what he's seen. 

"In hindsight, like we talked about, the kid is a f---ing baller, man. I'm so happy for him," Adams said. "I haven't had the chance to truly sit down and talk with him, but I want to tell him at some point 'I definitely don't regret changing, but I'm super proud of what you've done. If there was a way I could pull you over here and drag you with me that would have been cool too.' Because, obviously, we saw what he did at the end of the year. I don't regret what I did, but, at the same time, it's definitely you look back on it like 'damn that boy kind of balling right now.'"

The Rush Podcast

Tags: Green Bay Packers, Las Vegas Raiders, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Browns Want Taxpayers To Cover Half The Cost Of Stadium Solution

May 1, 2024 8:59 AM

The Cleveland Browns are considering a $1 billion renovation to their current stadium or a new, $2.4 billion domed stadium.

According to a report, the team wants public money for 50 percent of whichever solution they choose.

Browns officials recently met with state lawmakers to discuss plans, and to review renderings of a new stadium.

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Tags: Cleveland Browns, Misc Rumor

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Broncos Won't Pick Up Zach Wilson's Fifth-Year Option

May 1, 2024 8:50 AM

The Denver Broncos have informed Zach Wilson and his representation that they will not pick up the fifth-year option in Wilson's contract, according to sources.

Wilson was the No. 2 pick in 2021 by the New York Jets.

The option would have been for a guaranteed $22.408 million. By NFL rules, the deadline to pick up the fifth-year option for 2021 first-round picks is Thursday.

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Tags: Denver Broncos, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Jaguars Release WR Zay Jones, K Joey Slye

May 1, 2024 8:46 AM

The Jacksonville Jaguars have released Zay Jones, less than a week after drafting a wide receiver in the first round of the NFL Draft.

The Jaguars save $4.49 million against the salary cap by releasing Jones, who signed a three-year contract in March 2022. Jacksonville also released kicker Joey Slye.

The Jaguars drafted LSU receiver Brian Thomas, Jr. with the 23rd overall pick Thursday. 

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Tags: Jacksonville Jaguars, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Jaguars Won't Pick Up Fifth-Year Option On Mac Jones

Apr 30, 2024 3:45 PM

The Jacksonville Jaguars will not pick up the fifth-year option on Mac Jones this offseason.

Jones was acquired from the New England Patriots to serve as a backup to Trevor Lawrence. Jones will compete for the backup job with C.J. Beathard. 

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Tags: Jacksonville Jaguars, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Bengals' Offer To Tee Higgins 'Never Approached' $20M Annually

Apr 30, 2024 10:40 AM

It's appearing more and more likely that Tee Higgins will play the 2024 season under the franchise tag.

The receiver is seeking either a long-term deal with the Cincinnati Bengals or a trade.

According to a report, the Bengals' offer to Higgins "never approached" the $20 million per year range. The offer wasn't close enough to get Higgins' representation to discuss guaranteed money, so the sides haven't negotiated in more than a year.

Higgins is scheduled to make $21.8 million on the one-year, fully guaranteed franchise tag.

Eighteen receivers are set to make more than $20 million annually this coming season.

Kelsey Conway/Cincinnati Enquirer

Tags: Cincinnati Bengals, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Raiders Adding Michael Gallup On One-Year Deal

Apr 30, 2024 10:36 AM

The Las Vegas Raiders will sign Michael Gallup to a one-year deal worth up to $3 million, according to sources.

The Raiders already have a bevy of pass-catchers on their roster -- Davante Adams, Jakobi Myers and Tre Tucker, plus tight ends Michael Mayer, Harrison Bryant and rookie Brock Bowers.

Las Vegas released Hunter Renfrow this offseason.

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Tags: Las Vegas Raiders, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Terms Agreement

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Patriots Sign Christian Barmore To Four-Year, $92M Extension

Apr 30, 2024 10:32 AM

The New England Patriots have signed defensive tackle Christian Barmore to a four-year contract extension that could be worth up to $92 million.

Barmore receives $41.8 million in guaranteed money, according to a source.

The deal is the largest ever for a Patriots player not named Tom Brady.

Barmore was selected in the second round of the 2021 draft out of Alabama (No. 38 overall). He was entering the final year of his contract in 2024 and scheduled to earn a base salary of $1.82 million.

The four-year extension is through the 2028 season.

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Tags: New England Patriots, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Jarvis Landry To Join Jaguars Rookies For Camp Look

Apr 30, 2024 10:28 AM

After not playing this past season, Jarvis Landry will participate in rookie minicamp with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Landry, 31, last played in an NFL game on Dec. 18, 2022, with the New Orleans Saints before being placed on injured reserve with an ankle injury. 

He'll be participating in the Jaguars' May 10-11 rookie minicamp as a tryout player.

Landry has 713 career catches for 7,870 yards and 38 touchdowns in nine NFL seasons. 

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Tags: Jacksonville Jaguars, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Jason Kelce To Join's ESPN's 'Monday Night Countdown'

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Shedeur Sanders Emerges As Favorite To Go No. 1 In 2025 NFL Draft

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Travis Kelce, Chiefs Sign Two-Year, $34.25M Extension

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Vikings Remain Optimistic About Signing Justin Jefferson To Extension

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Chiefs To Look At Stadium Options Beyond Arrowhead

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Mekhi Becton Joining Eagles On One-Year Deal

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Texans WR Tank Dell Wounded In Florida Shooting

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Cowboys, Ezekiel Elliott Agree To One-Year, $3M Deal

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Raheem Morris Backs Kirk Cousins; No Controversy With Michael Penix Jr

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Broncos Acquire Jets' John Franklin-Myers

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Eagles Tie NFL Draft Record With Eight Trades

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Jets Select Jaylen Key With 'Mr. Irrelevant' Draft Pick

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Detroit Shatters NFL Draft Attendance Record With 700K Fans

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Matthew Stafford Wants More Guaranteed Money

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Cowboys Closer To Ezekiel Elliott Reunion Amid Running Back Shortage

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Eagles Trade Up To Select Cooper DeJean

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NFL Could Move To 18-Game Season, Super Bowl President's Day Weekend

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Chargers Say Justin Herbert Trade Was Never An Option

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Vikings GM: Sometimes You Have To Take Swings For Great Players

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Report: Three Teams Attempted To Trade Up For Michael Penix

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