The Pittsburgh Steelers will hire former UCLA defensive coordinator Tom Bradley as their new secondary coach, according to sources.
Monthly Archives: February 2018
49ers | Big contract for Jimmy Garoppolo
San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo agreed to a five-year, $137.5 million contract Thursday, Feb. 8, according to a source. It is the largest contract in NFL history on a per-year basis.
Titans | Tennessee to be more aggressive?
Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota and the Tennessee offense will be more aggressive in 2018 if new offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur has his way. LaFleur wants his talented young quarterback to be more comfortable but more aggressive in the Titans’ offensive scheme. ‘Our communication is going to absolutely critical to all of our success here,’ LaFleur said. LaFleur wants Mariota to voice his opinion more as Mariota heads into his fourth NFL campaign.
Steelers | Karl Dunbar joining Steelers
Former Alabama defensive line coach Karl Dunbar is being hired by the Pittsburgh Steelers for the same position Thursday, Feb. 8, according to a source.
Jets | Malcolm Butler of interest to Jets?
New England Patriots impending free-agent CB Malcolm Butler is expected to be a target of the New York Jets once free agency commences. The New York Daily News’ Manish Mehta posits that the Jets need a true No. 1 cornerback alongside CB Morris Claiborne and that Butler fits the bill. Claiborne is also an unrestricted free agent this offseason.
Jets | Robby Anderson not done with Jets
New York Jets WR Robby Anderson will not be released despite his off-field issues, which most recently consist of a recent arrest for several charges, according to Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News. He is just 24 years old and will ‘only’ cost $630,000 in 2018.
Giants | Kevin Stefanski on Giants’ wish list
Minnesota Vikings quarterbacks coach Kevin Stefanski is the top target of the New York Giants for their offensive coordinator position, according to a source.
Colts | Leslie Frazier requested for interview
Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier was requested for an interview by the Indianapolis Colts for their head coaching vacancy, according to a source.
Broncos | Chad Kelly to be ready to throw during OTAs
Denver Broncos QB Chad Kelly (wrist) will be fully healed and ‘ready to throw’ by the time organized team activities begin.
Cardinals | David Johnson cleared for activities
Arizona Cardinals RB David Johnson (wrist) has been fully cleared to resume all football-related activities.