The Atlanta Falcons are sending a seventh-round pick to the New England Patriots for tight end Jonnu Smith, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.He'll reunite with head coach Arthur Smith. The Falcons sideline boss spent time with Jonnu Smith as the tight ends coach and offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans from 2017-20.The tight end signed a four-year, $50-million contract with the Patriots as a free agent in 2021. However, Smith's production struggled to match his price tag as he recorded 55 catches for 539 yards and one touchdown over two years in New England.The 27-year-old's best season came in 2020 when he caught 41 passes for 448 yards and eight touchdowns as a member of the Titans.He joins a Falcons tight end room that also features former fourth overall pick Kyle Pitts.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

In the Bears' 103rd season, they squandered the all-time NFL wins lead to the reviled Packers. Chicago lost 14 games in 2022 and fielded the league's No. 32 defense, both of which were franchise firsts. A single Bears player surpassed 500 receiving yards. No defender recorded more than four sacks. The team's only All-Pro, linebacker Roquan Smith, was traded at the outset of a 10-loss skid that finally ended when the schedule did.The key moment of the Bears' year didn't involve the Bears. The Texans marched 83 yards to score eight points on their final drive of the season, rallying to beat the Colts and leapfrogging Chicago in the standings. Davis Mills' last-minute heroics gifted the Bears the first overall draft pick.Unlike the season itself, the Bears' offseason brims with potential. Equipped with gobs of cap space to allot to free agents, plus four picks in the first 64 slots in April's draft, general manager Ryan Poles has the opportunity to kick Chicago's rebuild into high gear. Few teams will be as interesting to watch in the new league year, which starts Wednesday. Quinn Harris / Getty ImagesChicago dwarfs the field in cap space. Poles has up to $75 million available, more than twice as much as almost every other team, according to Over The Cap.He's already swung a blockbuster deal. Poles traded the No. 1 pick to the Panthers last Friday for four draft selections - most notably this year's No. 9 pick and a 2024 first-rounder - and three-time 1,000-yard wideout D.J. Moore.The Bears need reinforcements at every position but quarterback. Justin Fields thrilled fans in his second NFL season by supplanting Lamar Jackson, at least temporarily, as the sport's top rushing QB.Fields challenged the single-year yardage record that Jackson set in 2019. Fields topped out at 1,143 yards - 63 shy of the mark and the second-highest total ever - when a hip injury shelved him for the season finale.Fields progressed but remained limited as a passer in 2022. No team threw the ball less frequently or for less yardage than Chicago. Fields' receiving corps was ineffectual, partly because Darnell Mooney missed a third of the season with an ankle injury and Chase Claypool averaged a scant two catches per game after he arrived at the trade deadline.Defensively, Chicago didn't stop the run (31st in yardage), generate pressure (32nd in sacks with 20), or show up on time. The defense ranked last by some distance in expected points added per play in the first half of games, per Ben Baldwin's database, creating deficits that Fields couldn't surmount. The Bears allowed a 105.9 passer rating in first halves, meaning the average QB they faced resembled Patrick Mahomes, whose season rating was 105.2.Some players were bright spots. Two up-and-comers on the offensive line, left tackle Braxton Jones and right guard Teven Jenkins, posted respectable PFF grades above 75.0. Safety Jaquan Brisker's four sacks ranked fifth among NFL rookies. But the roster's not remotely strong enough to snap a playoff win drought that dates to 2010. Michael Reaves / Getty ImagesPoles' job is to change that. Hired in January 2022 to revamp the Bears in tandem with his handpicked head coach, Matt Eberflus, the GM shed salary by swapping Smith to the Ravens, linebacker Khalil Mack to the Chargers, and edge defender Robert Quinn to the Eagles for draft capital. Because the previous regime traded up to land Fields at No. 11 overall in 2021, Poles didn't pick in the first round in his first draft.Poles could have opted to stand pat at No. 1 next month to draft a budding star defender like Will Anderson, the Alabama edge rusher.Different pass-rushers - maybe Texas Tech's Tyree Wilson or Clemson's Myles Murphy - should be available to target at No. 9 instead. Good offensive linemen will be there for the taking, too. Chicago also acquired the No. 61 pick, Carolina's first-round selection next year, and the Panthers' second-rounder in 2025.Poles' nuclear option is to deal both the No. 1 selection and Fields. In theory, the Bears could gain even more picks and aim to draft Anthony Richardson or Will Levis to reset at quarterback.A QB prospect would need to wow Poles to spur him to move on from Fields, the GM reiterated recently at the NFL Scouting Combine. Whether that would be the right call is genuinely debatable.Fields ranked 32nd in interception percentage (3.5%) and absorbed 55 sacks in 2022, tying for the league high with the Broncos' Russell Wilson on 125 fewer dropbacks. No NFL starter took longer to throw (3.45 seconds on average), though that's partly because Chicago's receivers struggled to separate. He's also more experienced than any incoming rookie and might flourish behind a sturdier O-line with more playmaking help. Quinn Harris / Getty ImagesVarious free agents could help fill Chicago's three main areas of need.Wideout: Tight end Cole Kmet amassed 544 receiving yards, but Bears wide receivers collectively caught fewer passes (121) than the Vikings' Justin Jefferson (128). Moore will be a massive addition, but Poles doesn't have to stop there. Free agents Jakobi Meyers and JuJu Smith-Schuster tend to post great catch rates on a high volume of targets. DJ Chark and Allen Lazard can be explosive and should command less money.Offensive line: Jones, the promising fifth-round rookie who didn't miss a snap in 2022, could slide to right tackle if Poles manages to sign Orlando Brown Jr., the jewel of the class. Chicago's best options on the right side include Mike McGlinchey (five-year starter in San Francisco), Jawaan Taylor (career-low five sacks allowed in 2022), and Kaleb McGary (86.6 PFF grade, fourth-best among tackles). Left guard Ben Powers was one of three guards who didn't concede a single sack in 1,000-plus snaps, per PFF.Pass-rusher: A mere 18 teams in the Super Bowl era recorded fewer sacks per game than the '22 Bears did (1.18). The defense actually finished fifth in QB hurry rate despite ranking 25th in blitz frequency, per Pro Football Reference, yet consistently failed to get home. Suitors will abound for Javon Hargrave following the interior lineman's 11-sack year in Philadelphia, but if they want him, the Bears have the means to be the highest bidder.Back in the day, before games were televised, the Bears dominated the NFL. In the process of clinching six league championships in the 1930s and '40s, they racked up many of the franchise's 786 all-time regular-season victories.Historic rival Green Bay has won 790 games. The Packers passed Chicago on the all-time leaderboard in December when they intercepted Fields twice and prevailed 28-19 at Soldier Field.Wound salted, Chicago's goal now is to clamber out of the NFC basement and eventually contend again. Other teams that scraped the bottom of the standings have done this.The NFL's last two cellar dwellers improved rapidly. The Bengals and Jaguars both savored playoff victories within a couple of years of adding the draft's marquee quarterback. Dylan Buell / Getty ImagesCincinnati's 2020 draft haul was transformative. A 2-14 pushover at the time, the Bengals took Joe Burrow with the top pick and selected wideout Tee Higgins at No. 33. Burrow tore his ACL and MCL as a rookie, which then enabled them to draft Ja'Marr Chase fifth overall in 2021.Stacked at receiver, the Bengals fortified their O-line and defense in free agency and promptly reached back-to-back AFC title games, advancing to one Super Bowl that they almost won.Jacksonville went 4-29 between the 2020 and 2021 seasons, subjecting '21 No. 1 pick Trevor Lawrence to a rocky first year. Bold moves helped turn the tide. Doug Pederson replaced Urban Meyer as head coach and instilled order and competence. Jaguars GM Trent Baalke committed to pay Christian Kirk $72 million last March and also signed Zay Jones and Evan Engram, surrounding Lawrence with adept pass-catchers during his rookie contract.People questioned the merits of breaking the bank for Kirk, but all three acquisitions put up career years. Running back Travis Etienne was the league's ninth-leading rusher in 2022. Two fellow recent high draft picks, edge defender Josh Allen and cornerback Tyson Campbell, were top 10 players at their position by PFF grades. Scott Winters / Icon Sportswire / Getty ImagesGlow-up delayed, Lawrence ranked sixth in QB EPA/play from Week 9 onward, according to Baldwin's data. The Jaguars went 7-2 in that span to counteract a 2-6 start, rising to seventh in the NFL in point differential. Winning the division title and storming back to stun the Chargers on Wild Card Weekend positioned Jacksonville as the big dog in the AFC South entering next season.Chicago's division, the NFC North, is tougher but imperfect. Minnesota won 11 games by one score last season, finished with a negative point differential, and ran out of luck in the wild-card round. Detroit's offense was slightly more potent in 2022 than its defense was porous. Sooner or later, Green Bay won't employ Aaron Rodgers anymore.These squads ran the table against the Bears last season, outscoring Chicago 185-104 across six matchups. Cairo Santos' missed extra point in Week 10 - Fields sprinted 67 yards to the end zone on the previous snap - cracked the door for the Lions to win by a point at Soldier Field.In retrospect, that letdown helped the Bears clinch 32nd place. Poles swapped the No. 1 pick to begin making up ground. His next maneuvers could revive a sluggish franchise and define the offseason.Nick Faris is a features writer at theScore.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The San Francisco 49ers are re-signing veteran safety Tashaun Gipson to a one-year deal, reports Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports.The contract is worth $2.9 million, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.Gipson started every game in his first season with the 49ers last year, leading the team in snaps played and helping it build the NFL's No. 1 defense.The 32-year-old racked up 61 tackles, eight pass breakups, and a team-high five interceptions, forming one of the top safety duos in the league alongside Talanoa Hufanga.Gipson also played for the Cleveland Browns (2012-15), Jacksonville Jaguars (2016-18), Houston Texans (2019), and Chicago Bears (2020-21) after going undrafted in 2012.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New York Jets have agreed to terms with linebacker Quincy Williams on a three-year, $18-million deal that's worth up to $21 million with incentives, a source told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.Williams has been a key starter on New York's defense since joining the team in 2021. The 2019 third-round pick spent the first two seasons of his NFL career with the Jacksonville Jaguars.The 26-year-old has topped 100 tackles in each of the last two campaigns. He also set career highs with 12 tackles for loss and three sacks in 15 games in 2022.Williams is the older brother of defensive tackle Quinnen, who earned a first-team All-Pro nod with the Jets last year. Quinnen, who's in the final year of his rookie contract, is expected to become one of the NFL's highest-paid tackles when he signs a new contract.Keeping the Williams brothers long term is crucial for New York to maintain its solid defensive form. The Jets ranked fourth in points allowed per game in 2022.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Washington Commanders and franchise-tagged defensive tackle Daron Payne reached an agreement on a four-year, $90-million deal that includes $60 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.The reported deal makes Payne the second-highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history behind Aaron Donald, who easily tops his position with a $31.67 million average annual salary, according to Spotrac.DTTeamAnnual salary1Aaron DonaldRams$31.7M2Daron PayneCommanders$22.5M3DeForest BucknerColts$21M4Chris JonesChiefs$20M5Jonathan AllenCommanders$18MThe Commanders tagged Payne on Feb. 28 after the two sides failed to reach an agreement on a long-term extension. The franchise tender for defensive tackles in 2023 is worth $18.9 million.Payne, a first-round pick in 2018, earned his first Pro Bowl berth last season after racking up a career-high 11.5 sacks. The 25-year-old, who's started every game for Washington over the last three years, also amassed 64 tackles (18 for loss) and 20 quarterback hits in 2022.With Payne and Jonathan Allen, the Commanders boast one of the NFL's premier defensive lines, featuring four former first-round picks. Washington also rosters pass-rushers Chase Young and Montez Sweat, among others.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Miami Dolphins acquired All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey from the Los Angeles Rams in a blockbuster trade, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Miami will send L.A. a 2023 third-round pick and tight end Hunter Long, reports Rapoport, who adds Ramsey's new adjusted salary will come in at $36.9 million fully guaranteed over the next two years.Los Angeles has reportedly been shopping Ramsey this offseason in a bid to create salary-cap space.Ramsey is set to make $17 million in 2023 and account for $25.2 million against the cap, per Over the Cap. The Rams found themselves at about $9 million over the salary cap prior to the trade.The 28-year-old earned his sixth career Pro Bowl nod in his third season with the Rams. He recorded 88 tackles, 18 passes defensed, and four interceptions in 2022.L.A. continues to restructure its roster following the releases of linebacker Bobby Wagner and Leonard Floyd. The club also gave receiver Allen Robinson permission to seek a trade.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Buffalo Bills announced Sunday that they reached an agreement on a two-year contract extension with Pro Bowl linebacker Matt Milano.Buffalo is expected to create $6 million in salary cap space following the signing, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Milano, 28, was named a first-team All-Pro following his 2022 campaign. He tallied 99 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, and seven quarterback hits.The Boston College product has spent all six seasons of his career with the Bills after being drafted in the fifth round in 2017. Milano has played in 85 games, making 69 career starts and accruing 458 tackles, 10.5 sacks, and eight interceptions.Milano originally signed a four-year, $44-million contract in 2021.Buffalo is entering free agency $19.1 million above the salary cap, according to Over the Cap.Retaining Milano allows the Bills, who surrendered the second-fewest points per game at 17.9, to keep one of their defensive leaders alongside Von Miller and Tre'Davious White. Buffalo's defense could still lose some key pieces with Jordan Poyer and Tremaine Edmunds both set to test free agency.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are expected to target former Los Angeles Rams quarterback Baker Mayfield when free agency begins, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.Tampa Bay is reportedly seeking a veteran passing option following the retirement of Tom Brady in February. Kyle Trask is currently the only quarterback under contract.The Buccaneers are also expected to look at a few other options at the position, Garafolo reports.The legal negotiating window is set to commence on March 13 at noon, with free agency opening on March 15 at 4 p.m. ET.Mayfield would provide plenty of experience under center for the Buccaneers, with 69 career starts in 72 regular-season games, along with two postseason contests.Mayfield was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the No. 1 overall selection in the 2018 NFL Draft. He racked up 14,125 passing yards, 92 touchdowns, and 56 interceptions over four seasons with Cleveland.The Oklahoma product was dealt to the Carolina Panthers not long after the Browns exercised his fifth-year option and acquired Deshaun Watson in a trade with the Houston Texans.In 2022, Mayfield started six of seven games for the Panthers before the team released him. He was claimed off waivers by the Rams. Mayfield went on to start for L.A. following a season-ending injury to Matthew Stafford. He passed for 850 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions with a 63.6% completion rate.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Quarterback Derek Carr expressed gratitude toward the New Orleans Saints, insisting their willingness to trade for him ultimately influenced his decision to come to the Big Easy in free agency."Showed me how they felt about me from the beginning. They were very honest and clear," Carr said.He added: "The fact that they were willing to even trade for me - that meant something. You're showing me value without showing me value. You're valuing me as a quarterback and me as a human without even having to say anything."The Las Vegas Raiders granted Carr permission to seek a trade before releasing him. Carr visited with the Saints but ultimately decided to test the free-agent market.Carr spoke with the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers but landed on New Orleans as his new home, signing a four-year, $150-million deal that includes $100 million in total guarantees. The four-time Pro Bowler is expected to become the third Saints opening-game starter under center in as many seasons.New Orleans' offense finished 22nd in points per game last season and struggled to get competent quarterback play. Andy Dalton started 14 games, while Jameis Winston started three.The 31-year-old Carr is excited to get to work with his offense."Very explosive," Carr said of his new offensive weapons, adding, "I'm really excited to have all those guys run down the field and check one down to Alvin (Kamara) just to see what he can do. ... I'm excited to watch Taysom (Hill) run the football and have the ball in his hands."The Saints are currently $25 million over the cap and hold three selections in the top 100 picks of the upcoming NFL draft.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The ground game is trendy again. Rushing attempts across the NFL hit an 11-year high in 2022. The average team logged 121.6 yards per game, the biggest figure since 1987.Five mobile quarterbacks in their mid-20s - Justin Fields, Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, Jalen Hurts, and Daniel Jones - helped revitalize rushing. They dashed for more than 700 yards apiece last season and amassed more yards per carry than the league's record average (4.5). As teams packed the defensive backfield to guard against deep throws, fewer spies were in the box to deter these dual threats from scrambling.Sixteen running backs also surpassed 4.5 yards per attempt. Some of them timed it perfectly: Three of the NFL's five leading rushers were pending free agents. Ten running backs who ranked in the top 30 in total yardage are set to sign new contracts this offseason.The cohort is star-studded. Josh Jacobs exploded offensively right after the Raiders declined his fifth-year option. Tony Pollard usurped Ezekiel Elliott as the Cowboys' best carrier. Rebounding to peak effectiveness, Saquon Barkley joined Jones as the Giants' only consistent playmakers. Miles Sanders ran rampant behind the Eagles' bruising offensive line and enters free agency as the top back who wasn't franchise tagged. Chris Unger / Getty Images Cooper Neill / Getty ImagesFree agency will reveal how teams view running backs in 2023. Does the run game's newfound relevance increase their value? Which backs make a particular difference, and which are interchangeable in the right scheme? What should they be paid when the new league year opens Wednesday?Christian McCaffrey, the position's contractual standard-setter, is uniquely versatile. He ranked first on the 49ers in catches and second in receiving touchdowns on passes from Brock Purdy, eclipsing Brandon Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel, and George Kittle in one or both categories. McCaffrey leads all running backs since the AFL-NFL merger in career receiving yards per game (50.1), according to Stathead.The pending free agents won't command McCaffrey money. But the class is stronger than the 2022 crop headlined by Leonard Fournette, who'll be back on the market when his release from the Buccaneers is formalized.Three teams used the franchise tag this week to retain a breakout or resurgent star at a cost of $10.1 million.Tagging Jacobs was a bargain for Las Vegas. Over The Cap's player valuation tool estimates that his production in 2022 was worth $15.4 million. Jacobs led the NFL in yards from scrimmage (2,053) and became the fourth running back ever to exceed 300 in a game, punctuating that overtime victory over Seattle with an 86-yard touchdown sprint. No player has forced more missed tackles than Jacobs (267) since he entered the league four years ago, per PFF.

Draft season has officially been kicked into high gear.The Carolina Panthers' bold move to acquire the No. 1 overall pick from the Chicago Bears, coming all the way up from the No. 9 spot, will have some major implications for the top of the 2023 NFL Draft.Here's a look at how the top 10 could shake out in the wake of Friday's blockbuster trade.C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio StateThe Panthers likely won't know which quarterback they're taking at this spot for at least another few weeks; getting the No. 1 pick now was simply their way of ensuring they'd have their choice of the bunch. The smart money is on Stroud being their guy in the end. The Ohio State quarterback has everything Frank Reich could possibly want in a potential elite pocket passer. If he can start to tap into his athleticism a little more consistently, building on a spectacular playoff performance against Georgia, the sky is the limit for Stroud at the next level.Bryce Young, QB, AlabamaChicago being set on moving out of the No. 1 spot was always going to make it unlikely that the Texans ended up with their pick of the top quarterbacks. That's not such a bad thing in this draft, though. Young has the best film of any signal-caller in this class. Size will be a factor, and it's possible the Texans are one of the many teams that would be scared off by the idea of betting on an all-time outlier at the position. But it isn't something that's held Young back before, even against top competition in the SEC. The Alabama product has superstar potential.MOCK TRADE: Raiders move up from No. 7 in deal with CardinalsAnthony Richardson, QB, FloridaHere's where things really start to get interesting. Arizona is in prime position to sell this pick to another quarterback-needy team. The Colts could (and should) theoretically move up one spot to ensure they aren't settling for whoever falls to them at No. 4. But that could be a tough trade to work out for a number of reasons. And the Cardinals may not like their chances of moving back again from No. 4 if there's only one quarterback on the board at that point. This creates an opportunity for a team toward the back end of the top 10, like the Raiders, to get aggressive for their quarterback of the future. Richardson has some things to clean up in terms of footwork and accuracy, but that can be developed with time. He's far less of a project than many think, and he may have more upside than any quarterback in this class.Will Levis, QB, KentuckyThe Colts not being able to move up and instead watching the top three quarterbacks come off the board before their pick would be a gut punch. That's not to say it couldn't still work out nicely, though. It's important to remember that there's going to be a wide range of opinions on this quarterback class - perhaps more than any other in recent memory. Levis could be among the top two quarterbacks on many teams' draft boards, and that may well include the Colts. Settling for the only remaining first-round quarterback will feel like a loss, but Levis has some incredible physical tools. There's major upside here with time to develop.Will Anderson Jr., EDGE, AlabamaSeattle trading up to take a quarterback is very much on the table - especially given the relative ease with which the team could move on from Geno Smith after the first year of his new extension. But you won't find Pete Carroll or John Schneider complaining if they end up sitting tight at No. 5 and landing an elite pass-rush prospect. Anderson would be a dream scenario to bring some much-needed juice to the Seahawks' defensive front.Jalen Carter, DL, GeorgiaThe early run on quarterbacks works out pretty well for the Lions, too. Carter, who many see as the best player in this draft, would be a steal anywhere outside of the top five picks. Detroit's defensive front becomes a nightmare to match up against, with the freakishly gifted Georgia standout lining up inside to complement 2022 first-rounder Aidan Hutchinson on the edge.Tyree Wilson, EDGE, Texas TechThere's a good chance that moving back to this range could net the Cardinals, at minimum, a first-rounder in next year's draft. Adding that kind of future draft capital and still coming away with an impact player at a premium position would be a home run draft debut for first-year GM Monti Ossenfort. Wilson isn't getting quite as much hype as the consensus top two defensive players in this class, but that could change when he gets the chance to put his athleticism on display at Texas Tech's upcoming pro day.Christian Gonzalez, CB, OregonThe Falcons are another team that could potentially be lurking around trade-up scenarios, but they're not quite as desperate for a quarterback, with Desmond Ridder having shown some promise down the stretch. There are a number of different paths Atlanta could take here, including targeting one of this year's top offensive linemen, but the idea of landing another immensely talented young cornerback to pair with A.J. Terrell is particularly enticing. Gonzalez would be a major boost for a Falcons defense that needs plenty of help.Paris Johnson Jr., OT, Ohio StateChicago trading all the way down to No. 9 was a bold but necessary move. D.J. Moore gives Justin Fields a No. 1 target in the passing game, and the collection of premium picks extending into the 2025 draft provides GM Ryan Poles with endless assets with which he can build out the roster. And it shouldn't be forgotten that there's a real opportunity to land a blue-chip talent with this pick. Johnson could be a long-term stalwart for a Bears offensive line that has to do a better job of protecting Fields.Devon Witherspoon, CB, IllinoisIt should never come as a surprise if the Eagles use early picks to bolster the offensive or defensive lines, even if there are glaring issues elsewhere. That's just how they've always done business. But Witherspoon is quite possibly the best player on the board here, regardless of position, and news that Darius Slay could be on the way out makes the need at cornerback too pressing to ignore. This would be a great way for Philly to spend the pick acquired from the Saints in a genius move to trade out of the first round last year.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Robert Woods is staying in the AFC South.The Houston Texans are signing the veteran wide receiver to a two-year, $15.25-million deal, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The contract reportedly includes $10 million guaranteed and a maximum value of $17 million.Woods spent the 2022 season with the Tennessee Titans, who acquired him in a trade from the Los Angeles Rams. The 30-year-old finished the campaign as Tennessee's leading receiver despite racking up a career-low 527 receiving yards. He also amassed 53 catches and two touchdowns. Tennessee released him in February.Woods will bring plenty of experience to a young Houston team. Prior to the Titans and Rams, he spent three years with the Buffalo Bills after they drafted him in the second round of the 2013 draft.The USC product enjoyed the best spell of his NFL career in L.A., averaging over 1,000 yards per season with the Rams from 2018-20. He suffered a torn ACL midway through the 2021 campaign.As one of the NFL's best blocking receivers, Woods should also help Houston's running game. Dameon Pierce led the Texans with 939 rushing yards (4.3 per carry) and four touchdowns as a rookie in 2022.The Texans' depth chart at wide receiver also features Brandin Cooks, Nico Collins, and John Metchie, among others.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Green Bay Packers president Mark Murphy said Friday he hopes to resolve Aaron Rodgers' future "by the start of free agency," according to Dave Schroeder of WBAY.The NFL's negotiating period for unrestricted free agents begins March 13 at noon ET, while the new league year officially kicks off March 15 at 4 p.m. ET."It kind of happens in our game," he said. "Very few players play for only one team. Brett (Favre) had a great career here. Aaron had a great career here. Regardless of what happens, Aaron will be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He will be in our hall of fame. We will bring him back and retire his number."But this is just one of the things that you go through as a team. We want to try to achieve something that is good for both Aaron and us."Murphy added that Rodgers will only return as the Packers' starting quarterback in 2023 "if things don't work out the way we want them."Rodgers left his future open-ended following a disappointing 2022 season and has yet to publicly announce his plans for 2023. The New York Jets are reportedly optimistic they will acquire the four-time NFL MVP in a trade after meeting with him Tuesday. New York and Green Bay are apparently engaged in talks about potential trade compensation.The 39-year-old restructured his contract and signed a three-year, $150-million extension with Green Bay in March 2022.After winning back-to-back MVP awards in 2020 and 2021, Rodgers declined last year, passing for only 3,695 yards and 26 touchdowns against 12 interceptions in 17 games. Green Bay missed the playoffs for the first time since 2018 after going 8-9.The Packers are expected to play Jordan Love at quarterback if they part ways with Rodgers.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Chicago Bears are trading the No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a package that includes multiple first-round picks, star wide receiver D.J. Moore, and a pair of second-round selections, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.In addition to Moore, Chicago will receive the Nos. 9 and 61 picks in this year's draft, as well as Carolina's first-round selection in 2024 and its second-round choice in 2025, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.This is the first time the No. 1 selection in the NFL draft has been traded since the then-St. Louis Rams moved up to select Jared Goff in 2016. Carolina's previous first overall selection came in 2011 when it added Cam Newton.The Panthers kicked off a new era this offseason after hiring Frank Reich as head coach. Reich, whom the Indianapolis Colts fired midway through last season, played quarterback for Carolina before becoming a coach.With the No. 1 pick, the Panthers will likely draft a QB to address their biggest issue in recent years. Carolina started three different signal-callers in 2022: Sam Darnold, Baker Mayfield, and P.J. Walker, who's the only one who remains under contract. The Panthers also roster 2022 third-round passer Matt Corral.Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, Will Levis, and Anthony Richardson are regarded as the top signal-callers in this year's draft. The Panthers would still consider trading down in the 2023 draft should they "fall in love" with more than one quarterback prospect, according to ESPN's David Newton.Carolina still owns a second-round pick in 2023 (No. 39 overall). The club had multiple second-round picks in 2023 after adding draft capital in the trade that sent running back Christian McCaffrey to the San Francisco 49ers last year.Meanwhile, the move secures Justin Fields' role as the Bears' starting quarterback for 2023 and puts Chicago in a prime position to boost one of the league's weakest rosters. Fields improved in his second NFL season last year, rushing for 1,143 yards and eight touchdowns in 15 games. However, he wasn't able to translate that success into wins, as Chicago went 3-14.The Bears now hope Fields can also break out as a passer with Moore joining the mix. The 24-year-old quarterback completed 60.4% of his passes for 2,242 yards and 17 touchdowns against 11 interceptions last season.Moore instantly becomes Chicago's top target. The 25-year-old, who caught 63 passes for 888 yards and seven touchdowns in 2022, has topped 1,000 receiving yards in a season three times since entering the NFL as a first-round pick in 2018. He's still under contract for three more seasons after inking a three-year, $61.9-million extension in March 2022.Adding to the Bears' receiving corps has been a priority for general manager Ryan Poles since he was named to the role in January 2022. He also traded for former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool in November.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are releasing cornerback William Jackson III, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.The team confirmed the transaction Friday.

New England Patriots safety Devin McCourty announced his retirement Friday after 13 seasons."It has been a great ride," McCourty said in a video on his Instagram. "I got the opportunity to talk to Mr. Kraft, to talk to Bill (Belichick), a lot of the guys on the defensive staff. Unbelievable ride."The 35-year-old won three Super Bowls as a member of the Patriots."Through his individual performance and overall leadership, Devin has been such an important part of the success we have enjoyed over the past 13 seasons, including each of our last three Super Bowl championships," Patriots owner Robert Kraft said in a statement."For 13 years, Devin made everyone in our organization feel better and be better because of who he is - a pillar of professionalism, unselfishness, work ethic, preparation, intelligence, and performance," added Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. "I am excited to see him bring those same traits to his next chapter and brighten the lives of even more people."

The Miami Dolphins will exercise the fifth-year option on Tua Tagovailoa's rookie contract, sources told NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.The fifth-year option locks in $23.2 million guaranteed for Tagovailoa in the 2024 season, Garafolo adds.The decision represents a major vote of confidence in Tagovailoa, who enjoyed a breakout 2022 campaign. The 25-year-old set numerous career highs, including passing yards (3,548), touchdowns (25), and yards per attempt (8.9). His 105.5 passer rating also led all qualified quarterbacks in the NFL.However, he was limited to 13 games due to a pair of concussions. Tagovailoa missed the final two regular-season games and the Dolphins' postseason contest due to the injury. He reportedly did not clear the concussion protocol until after the season. Tagovailoa is training in judo in an attempt to avoid future head injuries by learning to fall safely.A top-five pick in 2020, Tagovailoa struggled to cement himself as a franchise quarterback until being paired with head coach Mike McDaniel in his third year. Miami also added dynamic receiver Tyreek Hill to its offense last offseason.Tagovailoa is eligible to sign a long-term extension with the Dolphins beginning this offseason.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham is bypassing the opportunity to test free agency and staying with the franchise on a one-year deal, he told ESPN's Tim McManus.Graham said he told his agent to broker a deal with Philadelphia as he didn't want to "miss out" on another potential championship run.The one-year contract is worth up to $6 million, a source told McManus."It wasn't even about no money," Graham said. "It was more about wanting to be an Eagle as long as I could still play at a high level, and of course I still have a sour taste in my mouth on how things ended this last year."The 34-year-old has been a member of the Eagles since the organization selected him in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He's coming off his best season as a pro after recording 11 sacks during last year's Super Bowl run, which ended with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. He's posted 70 career sacks.Multiple key Eagles players are set to become free agents later in March, including Javon Hargrave, James Bradberry, and C.J. Gardner-Johnson.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Find positional rankings, additional analysis, and subscribe to push notifications in the NFL Fantasy News section.theScore's Justin Boone was first overall in FantasyPros' Most Accurate Expert Competition in 2019 and finished among the top seven each of his last seven years in the contest.In an effort to help you find trades that could improve your fantasy team, we present the Dynasty Trade Value Chart.You can use this chart to compare players and build realistic trade offers. Values are based on 12-team PPR leagues.Follow the links below to see the trade values for each position.Dynasty Rankings & Trade Values

The Philadelphia Eagles granted corner back Darius Slay's agent Drew Rosenhaus permission to seek a trade, according to ESPN's Dianna Rusini.Slay is coming off a Pro Bowl season that saw him accumulate 14 passes defensed and three interceptions.The team is hopeful to retain the star corner's services, Rusini added.Slay, 31, is set to carry the Eagles' largest cap hit in 2023 at $26.1 million, according to OverTheCap. If Philly moves him before June 1 it will clear $3.7 million in salary cap space. Should Slay remain on the team until after June 1 and then be traded, the move will free $17.5 million. Trades, unlike releases, cannot be designated as post-June 1 transactions.General manager Howie Roseman only has about $6.3 million in cap space currently. The Eagles can restructure Slay's deal to create more room if they are unable to trade the corner.Slay has been one of the NFL's better corners for several years. For his career, the 6-foot cover man has 26 interceptions, 133 passes defensed, four defensive touchdowns, and five Pro Bowl nods. He also owns one All-Pro appearance from 2017, when he led the league with eight interceptions while playing for the Detroit Lions.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New Orleans Saints have offered quarterback Jameis Winston a reworked deal to remain on the team, sources told ESPN's Dianna Russini.Winston has until March 15, when the new league year begins, to accept the terms or he will be released, Russini adds.The 29-year-old is slated to earn $12.8 million in base salary and account for a $15.6-million cap hit in 2023, per Over The Cap.However, Winston's salary and place on the team became redundant after the Saints signed former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr to a four-year deal worth a reported $150 million.Cutting Winston would free up $4.4 million in cap space, though designating him as a post-June 1 release would save $12.8 million.Winston has been with the Saints since 2020. He's spent the last two seasons as their Week 1 starter, but injuries have spoiled his stay. His 2021 campaign ended after seven games due to a torn ACL while he lost the starting job last season after being sidelined with back and ankle injuries.The 29-year-old has posted a 6-4 record with 18 touchdowns to eight picks while with the Saints.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Minnesota Vikings are parting ways with longtime receiver Adam Thielen, the team announced Friday.Both parties discussed a restructured deal that would have lowered Thielen's $19.9-million cap hit in 2023 but were unable to find common ground, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports.Thielen joined the Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2013, though he did not see any action that season. He made his first on-field contribution in 2014 and was a mainstay in Minnesota's offense from that point on.The veteran ends his Vikings stint with 534 receptions for 6,682 yards and 55 touchdowns. His best work came in 2017-18 as he put up over 1,200 yards and earned a Pro Bowl selection in both seasons.Thielen will be 33 when the 2023 season kicks off. His production decreased in recent seasons with the emergence of star wideout Justin Jefferson. He caught 70 passes for 716 yards and six scores last year.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Kelvin Beachum didn't mince words when asked about where Kyler Murray could take the next step."Grow up," Beachum said Wednesday on the "Burns and Gambo" show. "Be a man and grow up."The 33-year-old tackle does believe Murray has leadership qualities, though the team needs to see more of it."He's maturing. It's not a completed process," Beachum added. "I didn't say he lacks leadership, I just think he needs to grow up a little bit. I think if he has the ability and willingness to grow up, he's going to be just fine."They paid him for a reason, they paid him because of his talent. He has the ability to lead. It's just when you're in that position, we need you to lead more. You're the face of the franchise, you gotta lead more, you have to lead in every single capacity of leadership. That's what they look for in a franchise quarterback."But wide receiver Marquise Brown came to Murray's defense Thursday on Twitter, taking a shot at Beachum for publicly criticizing the quarterback on a podcast.

Free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will hold a workout for NFL teams Friday in Arizona, sources told Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.Beckham missed the 2022 season after tearing his ACL in Super Bowl LVI while playing for the Los Angeles Rams. The 30-year-old visited the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and New York Giants in December but ultimately didn't sign anywhere.New York is among the teams expected to attend Friday's session, according to ESPN's Jordan Raanan. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently said the team remains interested in Beckham, though it's unclear if Dallas will be in attendance.The NFL recently granted former Virginia Tech quarterback Ryan Willis permission to throw at Beckham's workout, according to Charean Williams of Pro Football Talk. Willis joined the USFL earlier this year.A first-round pick in 2014, Beckham was a Pro Bowler in each of his first three NFL seasons but hasn't earned a Pro Bowl nod since 2016. However, he made a big impact after signing with the Rams midway through the 2021 season, amassing 27 receptions, 305 yards, and five touchdowns in eight regular-season appearances. He then caught 21 passes for 288 yards and two touchdowns in the playoffs, including a 17-yard score to help L.A. win the Super Bowl.He previously played for the Giants (2014-18) and Cleveland Browns (2019-21).Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The NFL awarded a total of 37 picks to 16 teams Thursday, which included a league-high seven to the San Francisco 49ers and four to the Los Angeles Rams.The compensatory formula takes into account the caliber and number of free agents a team lost and signed the previous year. It also considers salaries, playing time, and postseason honors. Players who are released before the end of their contracts aren't part of the calculation.The Niners, Cleveland Browns, and Kansas City Chiefs received special compensatory picks under the NFL's minority coach and general manager initiative.The 2023 NFL Draft will take place April 27-29 in Kansas City.Here are all the awarded picks:Round 3PickTeam96Cardinals97Commanders98Browns9949ers100Chiefs10149ers10249ersRound 4Pick Team135PatriotsRound 5Pick Team167Rams168Cardinals169Cowboys170Packers171Rams172Giants17349ers174Raiders175Buccaneers176Cowboys177RamsRound 6Pick Team210Patriots211Vikings212Cowboys213Cardinals214Raiders215Commanders21649ers217ChiefsRound 7Pick Team250Chiefs251Rams252Buccaneers25349ers254Giants25549ers256Packers257Saints258Bears259TexansCopyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The NFL has fined the Houston Texans $175,000 and stripped the organization of a fifth-round pick for a salary cap reporting violation in 2020, the league announced Thursday.The league determined that the Texans compensated then-quarterback Deshaun Watson with a membership at an alternate athletic facility in 2020. The NFL's CBA states teams must report any player compensation or benefit.The Texans responded that they disagree with the league's ruling, but will accept the penalty and "move forward." The club explained that they gained no salary-cap advantage from the incident.Houston was paying for Watson to train while its facility was closed due to COVID-19, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter."During the 2020 league year and while its facilities were closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the club absorbed $26,777 in costs for player benefits for the use of alternate athletic facilities, which it understands should have been charged instead to player salaries," the Texans said in a statement.Watson was traded from the Texans to the Cleveland Browns last offseason.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New York Jets are acquiring safety Chuck Clark from the Baltimore Ravens for a 2024 seventh-round pick, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.The deal will be officially processed when the new league year begins on March 15, Schefter adds.Clark comes to New York with one year remaining on his contract and is set to earn just under $2.5 million in base salary, per Over The Cap.A sixth-round pick in 2017, Chuck started 49 of a possible 50 games for the Ravens over the last three seasons. However, adding Marcus Williams as a free-agent signing and Kyle Hamilton in the draft last offseason created a surplus at the safety position for Baltimore.Clark finished last season with a career-high 101 tackles, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. He's recorded five interceptions over his six-year career.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New York Jets are optimistic they will acquire quarterback Aaron Rodgers in a trade, sources told Dianna Russini of ESPN.Jets officials, including owner Woody Johnson, met with Rodgers on Tuesday, and Johnson left the meeting excited and satisfied with the potential match, Russini adds.The Green Bay Packers and New York are currently engaged in talks about potential trade compensation, and the conversations reportedly started before Tuesday's meeting.Rodgers signed a three-year, $150-million contract with the Packers last offseason. If the Packers were to trade the former first-team All-Pro, it would result in a $40.3-million dead cap hit for 2023, according to Over The Cap.The 39-year-old Rodgers threw for 3,695 yards with 26 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. He started all 17 games for the Packers, finishing the season with an 8-9 record.Green Bay is expected to roll with quarterback Jordan Love if Rodgers is moved. The former first-round pick has played in 10 games since entering the NFL, totaling 632 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions.Rodgers has not publicly announced his plans for the 2023 season.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

A day after the New York Giants rewarded quarterback Daniel Jones with a new four-year, $160-million contract, general manager Joe Schoen indicated that his club isn't done negotiating with its stars.Running back Saquon Barkley could be up next for a long-term agreement. The Giants placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Barkley prior to Tuesday's 4 p.m. deadline. If the two sides are unable to agree on a new deal by July 17, Barkley will play on a one-year tender worth close to $10.1 million, according to Over the Cap."We're going to continue to negotiate," Schoen said, according to ESPN's Jordan Raanan. "We love Saquon. He's a good teammate. He's a captain. He's a hell of a player. So, right now, he's under the franchise tag. As we build the team and continue with our offseason plan, we'll do what's best for the team. We're still mapping that out."The Giants GM also revealed that the team has begun discussing an extension with defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. The Clemson product tallied career highs with 68 tackles, 7.5 sacks, and seven tackles for loss in 2022. He's set to play on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract next season.New York previously offered Barkley's camp an annual salary of $12 million during a bye week last November, with the team increasing its offer slightly in recent weeks, sources told Raanan.There's optimism that an extension with Barkley could be reached prior to the start of free agency on March 15, per Raanan. Schoen would also like to see the star tailback return on a long-term deal, which would help the team free up additional funds to address other positions on the roster ahead of free agency and the draft.Barkley expressed a desire to avoid being tagged after the Giants were eliminated in the divisional round by the Philadelphia Eagles. Although Schoen didn't talk to Barkley in-depth since using the tag, he understands why it might be frustrating but reiterated that the sensational back is part of the team's plans going forward.Barkley's dynamic ability was on full display during the 2022 campaign, as he rushed for a career-high 1,312 yards and 10 touchdowns on his way to earning his second Pro Bowl nod.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Find positional rankings, additional analysis, and subscribe to push notifications in the NFL Fantasy News section.Welcome to theScore Fantasy Football Podcast, hosted by Justin Boone.Find the show on iTunes, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, and Anchor.In this episode, theScore's NFL Insider Jordan Schultz joins Boone to preview free agency and discuss the fallout from the franchise-tag deadline.

Arizona Cardinals star wideout DeAndre Hopkins isn't too concerned about the possibility of being traded this offseason despite plenty of speculation."You know, I've been hearing a lot of the trade talks," Hopkins said on the "Pat McAfee Show" on Wednesday. "But I take things day (by) day. I don't look forward to the future, I live in the present moment. Right now, the Arizona Cardinals is the team and the roster that I'm on. I'm preparing myself for whatever the future holds."Hopkins led the Cardinals with 717 yards last season despite missing the first six games while suspended for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy. As a result of the ban, the no-trade clause in his deal was voided, according to CBS Sports' Joel Corry.If a trade were to happen, Hopkins would be flexible regarding the final two years of his $54.5-million contract extension he signed with the Cardinals in 2020 instead of aiming for a top-of-the-market deal, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.He'll account for a $30.7-million cap hit for 2023, per Over the Cap.The five-time Pro Bowler has been the subject of trade speculation since the conclusion of last season.Hopkins admitted he was caught off guard in 2020 when he was dealt to the Cardinals by the Houston Texans. He noted it's the reason why he pays attention to the headlines and reports regarding his status."We keep close attention to the tabloids, but we don't put anything out in the tabloids," he said.The three-time All-Pro receiver has recorded 221 receptions, 2,696 yards, and 17 touchdowns over three seasons in Arizona.Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort said prior to the NFL Scouting Combine last week that the club was still in the process of evaluating every player on the roster.Arizona's wide receiver corps has gone through some changes since the conclusion of the 2022 season. A.J. Green announced his retirement in February, and the team is expected to release Chosen Anderson, who previously went by Robbie Anderson.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New York Giants reached a four-year, $160-million agreement with quarterback Daniel Jones ahead of Tuesday's franchise tag deadline, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.Jones' new contract also includes $35 million in possible incentives, sources said. The team later confirmed the deal.

The Lamar Jackson market is cooler than expected.The Miami Dolphins are among multiple teams who won't pursue the Baltimore Ravens quarterback, sources told ESPN's Jeff Darlington. Miami reportedly believes Tua Tagovailoa is the perfect fit for head coach Mike McDaniel's system despite his health concerns.The Atlanta Falcons, who boast $66.4 million in cap space, have also opted not to engage in a pursuit of Jackson, sources told ESPN's Dianna Russini.Baltimore placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Jackson on Tuesday. The two sides couldn't come to terms on a long-term deal despite months of negotiations.Clubs can negotiate with Jackson, but the Ravens can match any offer. If Baltimore decides not to match, the team will receive two-first round picks from Jackson's new franchise. Suitors for Jackson can begin making offers March 15 at 4 p.m. ET.In addition to the Falcons and Dolphins, the Washington Commanders are also not expected to pursue the 2019 NFL MVP, according to ESPN's Kimberly A. Martin. Washington head coach Ron Rivera named Sam Howell as the team's starting passer entering offseason activities.The Carolina Panthers aren't likely to be in the Jackson market, either, per The Athletic's Joe Person. Carolina could look to acquire a franchise signal-caller in the 2023 draft after failing with past offseason acquisitions Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield.Initial reports suggested that the Las Vegas Raiders were unlikely to pursue the Ravens passer. However, Russini reports that the club, which parted ways with Derek Carr last month, hasn't eliminated any quarterback options.Jackson reportedly desires a fully guaranteed contract similar to Deshaun Watson's five-year, $230-million deal.Baltimore has until July 17 to work out a long-term deal with Jackson, who'll have to play on the one-year tender or sit out the season if he's not traded or signed.Despite tagging Jackson, the Ravens remain optimistic that the two sides can reach an extension.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Find positional rankings, additional analysis, and subscribe to push notifications in the NFL Fantasy News section.theScore's Justin Boone was first overall in FantasyPros' Most Accurate Expert Competition in 2019 and finished among the top seven each of his last seven years in the contest.Follow the links below to see his 2023 rankings.Half PPR

The franchise tag deadline has come and gone and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was among the players who received a tag before the 4 p.m. ET deadline passed.Jackson joined Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs, Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard, and Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Evan Engram in getting the tender Monday. New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley also received the tag Tuesday. Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne was the first player to officially get tagged after receiving the designation in February.Here's the full list of franchise-tag transactions:NameTeamPositionFranchise Tag ValueLamar JacksonRavensQB$32.4MSaquon BarkleyGiantsRB$10.1MTony PollardCowboysRB$10.1MJosh Jacobs*RaidersRB$10.1MDaron PayneCommandersDT$18.9MEvan EngramJaguarsTE$11.3M* = reportedTeams have until July 17 to reach a long-term deal with players who've been tagged.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New York Giants are placing the non-exclusive franchise tag on star running back Saquon Barkley, a source told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider. The Giants later announced the transaction.New York appeared destined to tag Daniel Jones due to stalled negotiations, which would've let Barkley test free agency. However, the Giants reached an agreement on a reported four-year, $160-million contract extension with Jones prior to Tuesday's tag deadline. The club then elected to use the tender on Barkley.The running back franchise tag is worth just under $10.1 million, according to Over The Cap.Barkley put together his best season as a pro under first-year head coach Brian Daboll in 2022. He earned his second-career Pro Bowl invite after recording a career-high 1,312 rushing yards as well as 10 touchdowns.The Penn State product dazzled during his rookie campaign after New York selected him with the second overall pick in 2018. He led the league with 2,028 scrimmage yards and added 15 total touchdowns on his way to being named the Offensive Rookie of the Year.Barkley becomes the third tailback to be tagged before Tuesday's deadline, joining Josh Jacobs and Tony Pollard.The Giants have until July 17 to reach a long-term deal with Barkley.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Kansas City Chiefs announced Tuesday that they released pass-rusher Frank Clark.Kansas City had several conversations with Clark's agent at the NFL combine, but the two sides were unable to find common ground, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.The 29-year-old was entering the final season of a two-year, $30.2-million deal, per Spotrac.Clark, who came over in a 2019 trade with the Seattle Seahawks, has recorded 23.5 sacks in four seasons with the Chiefs. He's been an even bigger factor in the postseason, totaling 10.5 sacks with Kansas City. His most memorable stretch came during the team's 2019 Super Bowl run as he contributed five sacks over three postseason games.His 13.5 playoff sacks rank third in NFL playoff history.A three-time Pro Bowler, Clark put up five sacks and 13 quarterback hits in 15 starts last season.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Baltimore Ravens applied the franchise tag to quarterback Lamar Jackson, the team announced Tuesday.The tender is the non-exclusive franchise tag, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. The non-exclusive quarterback tag is worth $32.4 million.The non-exclusive tag allows other clubs to negotiate with Jackson, but Baltimore can match another team's offer in order to retain his services. If the Ravens decide not to match, they'll receive two first-round picks from the club Jackson joins. Teams will be able to make offers beginning March 15 at 4 p.m. ET, according to ESPN's Field Yates.Jackson and the Ravens have been negotiating a long-term contract for months but couldn't come to an agreement ahead of Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET franchise-tag deadline."There have been many instances across the league and in Baltimore when a player has been designated with the franchise tag and signed a long-term deal that same year," Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement. "We will continue to negotiate in good faith with Lamar, and we are hopeful that we can strike a long-term deal that is fair to both Lamar and the Ravens."Our ultimate goal is to build a championship team with Lamar Jackson leading the way for many years to come."Jackson is reportedly seeking a deal akin to the five-year, fully guaranteed $230-million contract Deshaun Watson signed with the Cleveland Browns last offseason.The deadline for a long-term extension is July 17. Jackson will have to play on the tag or sit out the season if he doesn't sign a deal before then or isn't traded.Jackson has been one of the NFL's most exciting playmakers since entering the league in 2018 as the 32nd overall pick. He's led Baltimore to a 45-16 record as a starter while producing excellent numbers. The 26-year-old has posted 12,209 passing yards for 101 touchdowns against 38 interceptions over his career.But it's the former MVP's elite rushing production that makes him such an effective weapon. Jackson has recorded 4,437 yards and 24 touchdowns on the ground across five seasons. His 1,206 rushing yards in 2019 are the most ever by a quarterback in a single campaign.Jackson's durability is an area of concern, as he's missed multiple games over the last two seasons due to injuries. However, Baltimore hired Todd Monken to replace Greg Roman as the offensive coordinator, and he could implement a new system to protect the quarterback.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The NFL offseason is about to pick up in a big way. Our NFL insider Jordan Schultz looks at 25 defensive players you need to keep an eye on.Defensive lineYannick Ngakoue: All he does is produce. The 27-year-old is an excellent pass-rusher who uses his speed and power to find the quarterback. After racking up 9.5 sacks last year, he'll have multiple suitors in free agency."I liked him a lot with the Raiders. I still think there's another level for him, 12-13 sacks," one scout told me. "He has a lot of moves and counters that offensive linemen struggle with because of his quickness."Dre'Mont Jones: He's a huge priority for Denver GM George Paton and new defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, though I'm told he plans to test the open market. A disruptive interior lineman with a big-time motor - hence a career-best 6.5 sacks - Jones will be one of the highest-paid defensive players in free agency.

The New York Jets and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers had conversations on Monday, sources told Trey Wingo. While nothing is imminent, Rodgers is open to playing for the Jets, Wingo adds.Rodgers has still not made a decision on his playing future, according to Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic.The conversation suggests the Packers could be willing to trade Rodgers, who signed a three-year, $150-million contract with Green Bay last offseason. He is set to have a $31.6-million cap hit in 2023, according to Over The Cap.This comes on the same day of Derek Carr signing with the New Orleans Saints, who previously met with the Jets. Zach Wilson and Chris Streveler are the only quarterbacks signed for 2023, as Joe Flacco and Mike White are scheduled to hit free agency.The Jets hold the 13th overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft and have minus $1.7 million in cap space, per Over The Cap.Rodgers started all 17 games for the Packers last season, throwing for 3,695 yards with 26 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. Green Bay finished 8-9 and failed to make the playoffs for the first time since 2018.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

theScore's Dan Wilkins and Dane Belbeck project how the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft could unfold following last week's scouting combine.MOCK TRADE: Colts move up from No. 4 in deal with BearsC.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio StateThe Colts make their move from No. 4 to No. 1 and grab the elite passer from Ohio State. Stroud blew everyone away at the combine with his passing ability, a performance that caused NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah to deem it "one of the best throwing sessions I've seen at the combine." Stroud instantly should mesh with new coach Shane Steichen's offensive plan to make the Colts a contender in the AFC South.Bryce Young, QB, AlabamaBryce Young will continue to face questions about his size, even after topping the 200-pound mark at the combine, but nobody is doubting the talent. He'd be the consensus No. 1 quarterback in this class if his Alabama tape was the only consideration. But the Texans should be happy to take a chance on his play translating to the next level. The potential payoff is just too great to pass up.MOCK TRADE: Panthers move up from No. 9 in deal with CardinalsAnthony Richardson, QB, Florida Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettyNobody left a bigger impression than Richardson at the combine last weekend. The Florida quarterback turned in a stunning performance in athletic testing, highlighted by his blazing 4.43 40-yard dash. That was enough to see the Panthers move up to No. 3 to grab the uber-talented passer. Plenty of his game film leaves a lot to be desired, but new coach Frank Reich and quarterbacks coach Josh McCown will take a chance on Richardson's elite physical traits.Will Anderson, EDGE, AlabamaAn early run on quarterbacks creates a dream scenario for the Bears: coming away with the No. 1 defensive player in the draft after trading back to stockpile picks. Anderson has the potential to be one of the NFL's next great pass-rushers.Jalen Carter, DL, GeorgiaWith Geno Smith locked up on a long-term deal, the Seahawks opt to address the defense and grab Carter out of Georgia. Carter was forced to leave the combine to fly back to Athens and meet with police over charges for his role in a street racing incident that resulted in the death of a teammate and staff member in January. Legal issues aside, Carter is arguably the best prospect in the draft and will be great value if he's available at No. 5.Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / GettyA quarterback should be a consideration here for the Lions, but there's also no need to force it if their top-ranked passers have already been selected. Running it back with Jared Goff and using their draft capital to bolster a weak defense is a pretty good option, too. Witherspoon would team up with 2020 first-rounder Jeff Okudah to give Detroit a supremely talented young cornerback duo.Will Levis, QB, KentuckyWith Derek Carr gone, the Raiders turn to Levis to keep them competitive in the AFC West. Levis is another quarterback who brings impressive physical traits to the position with plenty of questionable game film. That won't bother Josh McDaniels, as the Raiders make a bet that the head coach can tutor the Kentucky passer into a star.Tyree Wilson, EDGE, Texas TechThe Falcons take advantage of the early run on quarterbacks by scooping up a high-end pass-rush talent that should probably be a top-five pick. Wilson didn't participate in combine drills, but his weigh-in was all he needed to turn heads. The Texas Tech standout's 86-inch wingspan will be a handful for opposing offensive tackles.Christian Gonzalez, CB, Oregon Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettyGonzalez has the chance to be the best corner from this draft thanks to his high-end speed and length at the position. The Oregon standout blazed to a 4.38 40-yard dash at the combine and looked very comfortable in ball drills. The Cardinals need a top corner to combat in-division receivers such as Cooper Kupp, DK Metcalf, and Deebo Samuel, and Gonzalez has the talent to be that player.Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn StateHaving a top-10 pick coming off a Super Bowl appearance is just unfair. While the Eagles are one of the last teams who would reach to fill a spot, this is one of those situations where the need and value meet. Porter, the son of former Steelers pass-rusher Joey Porter, is a talented cover man who'd provide an immediate upgrade to the back end of Philly's defense.Paris Johnson Jr., OT, Ohio StateThe Titans needing an offensive tackle is arguably the worst-kept secret in NFL draft circles. Tennessee will opt for potential with the Ohio State star and bring him aboard at No. 11. With ideal size and length, Johnson could become a high-end tackle in the AFC with the right amount of polish.Myles Murphy, EDGE, ClemsonA franchise cornerback and a top edge rusher would be a great way for the Texans to kickstart the rebuild. Murphy would join 2022 first-rounder Derek Stingley as another blue-chip talent for a Houston defense that needs plenty.Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwestern Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettySkoronski might be the most pro-ready tackle in the draft and should step into a big role immediately for the Jets. While he doesn't flash the high-end potential at the position of Johnson, he's a sure-fire starter that can be relied upon to protect his quarterback - whomever that ends up being in 2023.Lukas Van Ness, EDGE, IowaThe Patriots don't have an immediate need on the edge, with Matthew Judon and Josh Uche combining to provide a dynamic pass-rush tandem, but Uche is heading into a contract year. Bill Belichick could get out in front of that future need by adding Van Ness, who also has the versatility to rush from the interior.Michael Mayer, TE, Notre DameWhether it's Aaron Rodgers or Jordan Love throwing the passes for the Packers next season, there's a safe bet Mayer will be catching a lot of them. The Notre Dame star carried the entire Fighting Irish offense last season, catching 31.7% of the team's passes, registering 30% of the team's receiving yards, and catching nine of the program's 25 touchdowns.Brian Branch, DB, Alabama Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettyBranch, the top safety in this draft, can either line up deep or as a slot corner. The Commanders could use some help at both spots, so this could be a strong move to bolster their defensive backfield.Broderick Jones, OT, GeorgiaIf the Steelers believe Kenny Pickett is their future quarterback, they need to do all they can to surround him with quality protection and weapons. That leads them to Jones at No. 17 -- an absolute beast of an offensive tackle prospect from Georgia. Jones is as physical as anybody in the draft and should fit in perfectly in the rough-and-tumble AFC North.Keion White, EDGE, Georgia TechThe Lions shouldn't hesitate to double up on defensive studs if they end up passing on a quarterback in the first round. White lining up opposite Aidan Hutchinson would provide a tremendous foundation up front.O'Cyrus Torrence, OG, FloridaThe Buccaneers need help across the offensive line, and the 6-foot-5, 347-pound Torrence immediately brings size and strength to the interior. The former Louisiana star performed well in his lone season of Power 5 football at Florida last season and should immediately bring stability to Tampa Bay's offensive line.Nolan Smith, EDGE, Georgia Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / GettyFew teams love athletic upside as much as the Seahawks, and few players have as much of it as Smith. The Georgia standout, who should be flying up draft boards after a spectacular combine performance, would provide some much-needed juice off the edge.*Miami Dolphins forfeit 1st-round selection (No. 21) as punishment for multiple violations of the NFL's anti-tampering policy.Zay Flowers, WR, Boston CollegeChargers general manager Tom Telesco insisted last week the team won't be cutting Keenan Allen, but even if he's still on board, insurance is needed at the receiver position. Despite playing on middling teams during his time at Boston College, Flowers popped off the screen on a weekly basis. He's not the biggest target at 5-10, 172 pounds, but Flowers' quickness and ball skills make him a nightmare to guard.Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio StateWe've been expecting the Ravens to swing big on a receiver for years now. It's possible they disappoint us again, but we're going to choose to believe until that time comes. Smith-Njigba would likely be coming off the board much higher than this were it not for a 2022 season almost entirely lost to injury.Deonte Banks, CB, MarylandPut Banks near the top of the list among players to shine at the combine. The Maryland standout turned in the third-fastest 40-yard dash among defensive backs at 4.35 seconds. He topped that off with a 42-inch vertical leap and an eye-opening 11-foot-4 mark in the broad jump. That performance is more than enough to convince the Vikings at No. 23.Bryan Bresee, DL, Clemson Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettyThe Jaguars' defense is set on the edge with Travon Walker and Josh Allen. Adding an interior pass-rusher like Bresee would help that unit take the next step as Jacksonville sets its sights on contention.Quentin Johnston, WR, TCUThe Giants' wide receiving core is among the league's worst, with only 13 touchdown catches between them and nobody topping the 800-yard mark. Enter Johnston, the star wideout from TCU's improbable run to the CFP title game. The 6-foot-3, 210-pounder cleared 40 inches in the vertical leap and will give New York a new WR1 heading into the 2023 season.Kelee Ringo, CB, GeorgiaReceiver will be an option here, but let's assume, just for fun, that the longstanding interest in Odell Beckham Jr. leads to a deal this offseason. That would allow the Cowboys to turn their attention to the defensive side of the ball atop the draft. Ringo could be a steal this late in the first round.Jordan Addison, WR, USC Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettyAddison was underwhelming at the combine, posting a 4.49 40-yard dash and a 34-inch vertical leap before exiting early with a back injury. That sees the former Pitt and USC star drop out of the top 25 in this mock. Fortunately for Addison, that fall turns out to be a blessing as he ends up with the Bills and Josh Allen. If he can replicate his college game tape performance in Buffalo, Addison could be one of the draft's biggest steals.Bijan Robinson, RB, TexasJoe Mixon appears to be on the way out in Cincinnati. The Bengals take advantage of running back position value by landing Robinson, one of the best players in this draft, toward the end of the first round.Dalton Kincaid, TE, UtahThe Saints got their new quarterback Monday after signing Derek Carr and immediately get him a new weapon in Kincaid. Simply watch his absurd 16-catch, 234-yard performance against USC this season to see what he's capable of at the tight end position. Kincaid would immediately step in alongside Chris Olave to give Carr a pair of talented young pass-catchers to work with.Calijah Kancey, DL, Pittsburgh Stacy Revere / Getty Images Sport / GettyThe Eagles love to build through the trenches. Kancey will face size questions as he transitions to the next level, but Philly can afford to take a swing on some big-time pass-rush potential with Jordan Davis there to do the heavy lifting in the run game.Siaki Ika, DL, BaylorReceiver will be a popular pick for the Chiefs in this spot, but the run defense needs some love, too. Opposing offensive lines would have their hands full with the Baylor standout lined up next to Chris Jones.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Seattle Seahawks and quarterback Geno Smith have agreed to a three-year, $105-million deal, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.The Seahawks later confirmed the signing but didn't specify the terms of the deal.

The Las Vegas Raiders placed the franchise tag on running back Josh Jacobs, a source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The running back franchise tag is just over $10 million this offseason. Vegas has about $48.4 million in cap space before using the tag on Jacobs, according to OverTheCap.A report earlier this week indicated that Las Vegas would place the franchise tag on Jacobs if the sides couldn't agree to a long-term extension. Jacobs and the team have until July 15 to work out an extension, or he'll play on the franchise tag next season.Jacobs led the NFL in rushing yards (1,653) and scrimmage yards (2,053) last year. The 25-year-old also scored 12 touchdowns.The Raiders declined Jacobs' fifth-year option last offseason. The runner made the Pro Bowl in 2020, but his production dipped to career lows in 2021.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New Orleans Saints have agreed to a four-year deal with free-agent quarterback Derek Carr, the team announced Monday.Carr's four-year contract is worth $150 million and contains $100 million in total guarantees, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.He'll receive $70 million effectively fully guaranteed with $60 million due his way once the deal is signed, Rapoport and Garafolo add. The veteran structured his contract to assist the Saints' salary-cap issues. His contract also includes a no-trade clause, Garafolo reports.Carr, who was released by the Las Vegas Raiders in February, also drew interest from the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers. The Saints were the first team to show interest in the veteran signal-caller, hosting him on a visit before he became a free agent.The 31-year-old will reunite with head coach Dennis Allen in New Orleans. Allen was the Raiders' head coach in 2014 when they drafted Carr.Carr threw for 217 touchdowns to 99 interceptions over a nine-year stretch as the Raiders' starting quarterback. He earned four Pro Bowl invites during his tenure.However, his stint with the Raiders came to a difficult end. The veteran was benched for the final two games of the 2022 campaign after beginning the year with a 6-9 record. He completed just 60.8% of his passes, the lowest mark since his rookie year, for 24 touchdowns and 14 picks. Las Vegas then released the quarterback before $40 million of his 2023 salary was scheduled to become guaranteed.Carr's arrival in New Orleans arguably provides the club with its most proven quarterback since Drew Brees.The Saints struggled to find success with a combination of Jameis Winston and Andy Dalton under center last season. Winston started three games and threw for four touchdowns to five picks, while Dalton tossed 18 scores to nine picks but posted a 6-8 record.Winston is under contract for the 2023 season, and Dalton is scheduled to become a free agent. But with Carr's signing, Winston is likely to be released to save cap space, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Cutting him would save $4.4 million, though marking it as a post-June 1 release would free up $12.8 million in cap space, Schefter adds.New Orleans posted a 7-10 record in 2022 and missed the postseason for a second straight year.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Kansas City Chiefs won't place the franchise tag on offensive tackle Orlando Brown Jr. before Tuesday's deadline, a source told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.The Chiefs can still work out a long-term contract with Brown, but he's scheduled to hit free agency on March 13.Brown played under the franchise tag in 2022. He started all 17 regular-season games for the Chiefs last season.Placing the tag on Brown for a second year in a row would have cost the Chiefs just over $20 million against the cap.The Chiefs acquired the 26-year-old Brown, along with second- and sixth-round picks, from the Baltimore Ravens in April 2021 for first-, third-, fourth-, and fifth-round picks. He made the Pro Bowl in his first season with the Chiefs.Brown was a third-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been fully reinstated from a suspension for violating the NFL's gambling policy, the league announced Monday.Ridley was suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games in 2021 while a member of the Atlanta Falcons, and he was forced to miss the 2022 season as a result. He applied for reinstatement on Feb. 15, the first day he was eligible to do so."Today's reinstatement by the NFL brings an end to a challenging chapter of my professional career, one that was self-inflicted and began with an isolated lapse in judgment," Ridley said in a statement. "I have always owned my mistakes, and this is no different."He added that he's "excited" about the opportunity to restart his career in Jacksonville.The 28-year-old was traded to the Jaguars last November for conditional draft pick compensation that could be worth up to a 2023 fifth-round pick and a 2024 second-round selection. The wideout can participate in all of the team's activities going forward.Ridley slides into a dynamic Jaguars offense that took a major step forward last season during Trevor Lawrence's second year under center. He joins a skill group that features the likes of running back Travis Etienne, wideout Christian Kirk, and tight end Evan Engram, who reportedly will be franchise tagged.The Jaguars earned their first postseason appearance since 2017 last season under head coach Doug Pederson. The offensive unit ranked inside the top 10 in scoring with an average of 23.8 points per game, while Lawrence tallied 4,113 passing yards and 25 touchdowns.A former first-round pick, Ridley's best season came in 2020 when he caught 90 passes for 1,374 yards and nine touchdowns.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Dallas Cowboys placed the franchise tag on running back Tony Pollard, the team announced Monday.Dallas wants to sign Pollard to a long-term contract and met with his agent at the NFL combine, reports Todd Archer of ESPN.The running back tag is just over $10 million, which will immediately count against the Cowboys' cap.Pollard had the best season of his career in 2022, racking up 1,378 yards and 12 touchdowns on 232 touches. He led the Cowboys in rushing yards with 1,007."Tony is certainly a big part of our plans," Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Friday at the scouting combine, according to Jon Machota of The Athletic.The Cowboys are expected to either rework running back Ezekiel Elliott's contract or release him. The former first-team All-Pro is scheduled to have a $16.7-million cap hit in 2023.Pollard, 25, was a fourth-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. He has 3,624 total yards in 62 career regular-season games.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Derrick Henry could be available for trade.The Tennessee Titans have been shopping Henry recently, reports Michael Silver of Bally Sports, citing current general managers.Henry is entering the final year of a four-year, $50-million deal and is owed $10.5 million in base salary in 2023, according to Over the Cap.The 29-year-old has been one of the NFL's most dominant running backs since coming into the league. He's led the NFL in rushing yards on two occasions over the last four years, including a 2,027-yard campaign that earned him the Offensive Player of the Year award in 2020.Henry has also racked up a massive workload since 2019. His 1,249 rushing attempts over the last four seasons are 174 more than his closest competitor, Dalvin Cook, who recorded 1,075 carries in that same span.The Titans running back ended last season with a league-leading 349 carries for 1,538 yards and 13 touchdowns.The Alabama product has tallied 8,335 yards and 78 rushing scores since being selected in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Tennessee Titans are expected to release pass-rusher Bud Dupree, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.Dupree reacted to the news on Twitter on Monday but has since deleted the tweet. The 30-year-old Dupree signed a five-year, $82.5-million contract in March 2021. He struggled with injuries after inking the deal, playing only 21 games. The injuries halted his production, and he racked up 35 tackles and seven sacks in his two years with the Titans.Before signing in Tennessee, Dupree emerged as one of the better young pass-rushers in the NFL. He had 39.5 sacks in his first six seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Los Angeles Rams would like to keep quarterback Baker Mayfield, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.