New England Patriots impending free-agent OT Nate Solder said that he wants to continue playing. It remains to be seen, though, if he would take another team-friendly two-year, $20 million contract when he could ‘conceivably’ get $12 million annually on the open market.
Monthly Archives: February 2018
Cardinals | Larry Fitzgerald’s salary guaranteed
Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald’s $11 million salary became guaranteed on Friday, Feb. 9. However, this does not impact his retirement decision. If he chooses to retire, he would not receive that money.
Colts | Darrell Bevell talking with Indianapolis
Former Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell has been talking with the Indianapolis Colts ‘for weeks’ about joining the club in the same position, which remains unfilled.
NFL | Johnny Manziel working on comeback
Free-agent QB Johnny Manziel (Browns) said in an interview with ‘Good Morning America’ that aired on Monday, Feb. 12, that he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder ‘about a year ago’ and has been taking medication for it. He has stopped drinking and said his goal is to make it back to the NFL. Manziel added that he’s been working out and trying to convince a team to give him a second chance. ‘I don’t know what kind of comeback it will be,’ he said. ‘But I know I want to get back on a football field to what brought me so much joy in my life and it makes me happy doing as my job.’
Panthers | Luke Kuechly had shoulder surgery
Carolina Panthers LB Luke Kuechly (shoulder) recently underwent a procedure on his right shoulder, according to sources.
Colts | Nick Sirianni tabbed as Indy’s new OC
Los Angeles Chargers wide receivers coach Nick Sirianni was named as the new offensive coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts on Monday, Feb. 12, according to a source.
Eagles | Two Eagles become free agents
Philadelphia Eagles DBs De’Vante Bausby and Harold Jones-Quartey were not retained and officially became free agents Monday, Feb. 12.
Patriots | Trevor Reilly officially a free agent
New England Patriots LB Trevor Reilly’s contract was not extended and he officially became a free agent Monday, Feb. 12.
Buccaneers | No talks ongoing for Mike Evans
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans and the Buccaneers are not currently negotiating a new deal, according to Evans’ agent. Evans’ fifth-year option was picked up last year, so he will be earning $13.2 million in 2018. Both parties will evaluate Evans’ contract when the time comes, but for now he’s going to focus on playing out his current deal, his agent added.
Bills | Less shotgun for LeSean McCoy
Buffalo Bills RB LeSean McCoy saw a career-low in percentage of carries from the shotgun formation last season (17%). Interestingly, that percentage has decreased in each of his last five years. Furthermore, his yards per carry and yards after contact were also the lowest of his nine-year career.