The Buffalo Bills are one of three teams interested in free-agent QB Nick Foles (Rams), a source said Wednesday, July 27. The Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings also have interest, while the New York Jets were interested but are now likely out after re-signing QB Ryan Fitzpatrick.
Monthly Archives: July 2016
Steelers | Little chance Le’Veon Bell wins appeal
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell has vowed not to miss any games due to suspension for reportedly missing several drug tests, but no sources with knowledge of the situation believe he has a strong chance to win the appeal. As such, RB DeAngelo Williams would be in line to carry the load until Bell returns.
Ravens | Justin Forsett expects to be bell cow
Baltimore Ravens RB Justin Forsett expects to hang onto the starting job and do the bulk of the work at the running back position ahead of RBs Javorius Allen, Kenneth Dixon, Lorenzo Taliaferro and Terrance West. The team also has RB Trent Richardson (knee) competing for a roster spot. While Forsett might be optimistic, he is 31 and the team is leaning toward reducing his carries.
Jets | Bad news for Geno Smith, Bryce Petty
New York Jets QB Geno Smith and QB Bryce Petty were atop the depth chart, but now that the team has re-signed QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to a one-year deal either Smith or Petty might be looking for a new team by the regular season opener.
Chiefs | Eric Berry planning lengthy holdout
Kansas City Chiefs SS Eric Berry appears ready to holdout through the preseason, as he is displeased with the team’s inability to reach a long-term contract agreement with him this summer. Veterans are expected to report to training camp Friday, July 29, and head coach Andy Reid said Tuesday, July 26, that he has communicated with Berry via text this summer but was uncertain of Berry’s plans.
Browns | More hot water for Armonty Bryant
Cleveland Browns DL Armonty Bryant faces further possible league suspensions following a misdemeanor drug conviction Wednesday, July 27. He is already suspended for the first four games of the season for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancing drugs.
Saints | Vincent Brown to be released
New Orleans Saints WR Vincent Brown (calf) will be released from the Reserve/Injured list after the two sides agreed to an injury settlement, according to a source.
Patriots | Nate Solder practicing
New England Patriots OT Nate Solder (calf) has been participating in practice this week after missing some offseason workouts because of a calf injury.
Bears | CHI adds B.J. Daniels, Brandon Boykin
Free-agent WR B.J. Daniels (Giants) and CB Brandon Boykin (Panthers) signed with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, July 27. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Broncos | Mark Sanchez to receive first snaps
Denver Broncos QB Mark Sanchez will receive the first set of snaps during practice Thursday, July 28, according to head coach Gary Kubiak. He will be followed by QB Trevor Siemian and QB Paxton Lynch. Kubiak said the quarterback rotation will change each day.