15 April 2026
Bailey was slated to visit the Jets but as Hughes reports, the team cancelled the visit. The Texas Tech pass rusher is a candidate for the Jets to select No. 2 overall, likely as the first non-quarterback selected. Teams use Top 30 visits for a variety of reasons, so cancelling Bailey’s visit does not necessarily mean the Jets are definitively out on him. They may just be using the visit for a different prospect and are confident in the information they already have on Bailey. Still, it is a n ...15 April 2026
These replacements will undergo training next month to be ready to officiate offseason practices in June. According to the memo obtained by Pellisero, the league reiterated that it “remains committed to reaching a fair and reasonable agreement with the NFL Referees Association but will be fully prepared should the current agreement expire” on May 31. While Goodell and the rest of the league certainly don’t want actual games to be reffed by replacement officials, the league and the NFLRA ar ...15 April 2026
The Packers let Romeo Doubs walk in free agency and just traded away Dontayvion Wicks, so this isn’t exactly groundbreaking news. Still, fantasy managers are keeping close tabs on the Golden drumbeat after his dreadful rookie season, and this qualifies. Golden was limited to 361 yards in 2025 and struggled to find a consistent role in Green Bay’s crowded receiver room. Now there are no excuses for the former No. 23 overall pick. Golden will likely be stuck in a downfield role in his second s ...15 April 2026
Sullivan and the entire Dolphins organization have made it clear this offseason that Achane is not on the trade block, even as the team actively tears things down at other positions. Achane did not report to voluntary OTAs while working toward a new contract, but all signs point toward this standoff ending in a timely fashion. Sans Jaylen Waddle, Achane is now the centerpiece of the Dolphins’ offense. Even if the team struggles in 2026, his pass-catching role alone should keep him afloat as an ...
15 April 2026
As ESPN’s Field Yates notes, this is the final day for prospects to visit with teams. The Cardinals hold the No. 3 pick, which is likely already spoken for. They then pick again at No. 34 at the top of the second round. That is where they would be targeting Simpson if they want him, though the Cardinals could also move back into the first round if they are worried about someone else nabbing the Bama passer. Arizona currently has Jacoby Brissett as their starter and Gardner Minshew to back him. ...15 April 2026
NFL reporters and commentators who have suggested the Jaguars will shift Hunter to play mostly cornerback in 2026 and beyond are “completely misrepresenting” comments made by general manager James Gladstone and other front office officials, Shipley said. A lack of “media literacy,” Shipley said, has led league observers to incorrectly believe Hunter’s time as a full-time wideout are over. “At zero point have the Jaguars ever once indicated he will not play both ways, just as he did l ...15 April 2026
Kansas City holds the ninth pick in the first round of the draft. Kiper rightly points out that the Chiefs very much need to bolster their wideout room after Xavier Worthy’s 2025 struggles, Travis Kelce’s age-based decline, and Rashee Rice’s various and disturbing off-the-field issues. Tyson struggled with injuries in college, missing nearly a third of his collegiate games. He remains a solid prospect with tantalizing upside, however. I’m already picturing Mahomes buying time in the pock ...15 April 2026
Lawrence has been looking for a contract extension this offseason, but he and the Giants have been unable to reach an agreement and the 28-year-old requested a trade. Giants general manager Joe Schoen addressed Lawrence’s trade request, saying he would like to keep the star defensive tackle. However, Rapoport reports contract talks “have reached an impasse” and that “the Giants have engaged with teams on a potential trade.” The NFL Draft at the end of April will be a key deadline for S ...15 April 2026
The Commanders held a big pre-draft Top 30 visit Tuesday, with many top prospects heading to Top Golf as part of a group outing of over 20 players. Holding the No. 7 pick in the draft, the Commanders have quite the list of visiting prospects, though it is absent quarterbacks with Jayden Daniels firmly holding down that position. In addition to top offensive players in Tate, Lemon and Love, the Commanders also hosted top defensive players in Sonny Styles, Arvell Reese and Rueben Bain. What Washin ...14 April 2026
It’s no secret the Raiders are more than likely going to select Indiana’ Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. However, the question has been lingering on whether the Raiders will start Mendoza out of the gate or let him sit for a bit first. Las Vegas signed Kirk Cousins as a veteran presence in the locker room and still have Aidan O’Connell as quarterback depth. Spytek implied that a competition between Cousins, O’Connell, and Mendoza could shake out the Week 1 starter. ...14 April 2026
Entering his age-30 season, James has bounced back from early-career injuries and been one of the most dependable and versatile defenders in the NFL over the past four years. He posted an 83.7 PFF coverage grade in 2025 playing in the box, at slot, and even manning the defensive line at times. Rhim adds the usual “it seems likely that a deal will get done,” but the curious thing part here is: “Whether [Chargers GM Joe] Hortiz is willing to give a 30-year-old James a record deal is one of t ...14 April 2026
Baltimore’s current three-deep at the position is an underwhelming trio of Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, and Devontez Walker. Hensley notes that the Ravens have never selected a guard or center in the top half of the first round. We’re not entirely sure which of the major wideout prospects the Ravens would prefer, but it would certainly make sense for them to add one.14 April 2026
Breer said he first heard this story in February and that the reason it didn’t come out earlier is that no team checking in on it felt it would impact his draft stock. Only a few teams raised the issue with Breer and those who did said “there was an explanation.” Bain’s 30 7/8-inch arms feel like a bigger issue for teams at this point in Breer’s eyes. He’ll likely go somewhere in the top-15 selections next Thursday.14 April 2026
Schoen said he wants Lawrence to be a Giant but won’t put a deadline on a resolution. There’s still been little reporting that actually expects Lawrence to be traded despite the request. The star defensive tackle is reportedly asking for $30 million a season annually on a new contract.14 April 2026
“I want to retire as a Falcon. My family loves it here,” Bates told local media. Bates had the worst season of his prime, per PFF grading, last season, finishing with a 59.6 PFF coverage grade. Entering his age-29 season, he’ll likely have to have a strong 2026 campaign to remain in Atlanta’s plans.14 April 2026
“It’s a pretty big life decision for him. I don’t think that we can operate under the assumption that he’s absolutely coming back because he hasn’t said that in any space,” Berry told reporters. Great, just what we needed, an offensive line Aaron Rodgers Saga. Bitonio would assumedly play left guard for the Browns if he returns, pushing Teven Jenkins to the bench. The Browns certainly have operated like they can’t count on Bitonio returning.14 April 2026
Ertz may not be 100 percent by September, but perhaps he’ll be a midseason reinforcement somewhere. Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said “you never know” when asked about Ertz returning behind Dallas Goedert. The Commanders also reportedly haven’t ruled out bringing him back.14 April 2026
Moore and the Colts agreed to seek a trade on Friday. Breer notes that the Cowboys have not really settled their nickel spot and that the Vikings would value Moore’s versatility. The soon-to-be 31-year-old probably would not cost more than a Day 3 pick, per Breer, so if the Cowboys or Vikings miss out on potential draft cornerback fits, trading for Moore as a pivot makes sense.14 April 2026
Dehner believes that McCoy’s 2025 missed season due to ACL tear wouldn’t cause the Bengals to take McCoy off their board, which is a real point in his favor at this spot given how medical opinions vary. McCoy has clear-cut athleticism and traits to be a top-end corner, but the lack of a 2025 season is going to make him feel like a little bit of a gamble at No. 10 overall. Unfortunately, that’s just this draft; pretty much everyone is a bit of a gamble and there are very few sure-fire top-1 ...14 April 2026
Adderley, who unretired this offseason in what would be his age-29 season, was last seen posting a 62.2 PFF grade for the 2022 Chargers. It would be a major upset if he won a real role on the Colts given the long layoff, but it’s certainly possible he makes the roster.
