Impending free-agent LB Shaquil Barrett (Buccaneers) could receive in upwards of $20 million per season on his next contract, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. However, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may ultimately decide to use the franchise tag on him if the two sides are unable to come to a long-term agreement before the start of free agency.

Denver Broncos QB Joe Flacco (neck) recently got good news after undergoing an MRI. As a result, he is expected to be physically cleared to return to action this season, although there is some question as to whether or not he will be back with Denver, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.

Arizona Cardinals OT William Sweet was placed on no-recall waivers Tuesday, Feb. 18.

Philadelphia Eagles LB Nigel Bradham was released Tuesday, Feb. 18.

New Orleans Saints impending free-agent DT David Onyemata likely will be a priority for the Saints this offseason, in the opinion of ESPN.com’s Mike Triplett.

New Orleans Saints S Chauncey Gardner-Johnson could receive a bigger role in the defense next season if the team does not re-sign impending free-agent S Vonn Bell.

Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (concussion) is still going through the concussion protocol, according to head coach Ron Rivera.

Free-agent WR Antonio Brown (Patriots) is not an option for the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to head coach Mike Tomlin.

Footballguys View: No breaking news here. Brown and the Steelers had a messy divorce and there’s no getting it back together even though Brown has apologized to QB Ben Roethlisberger.

Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa has been linked to the Miami Dolphins leading up to the 2020 NFL Draft, but the team does have some questions about his return to full healthy and his long-term durability, according to sources. The Dolphins are expected to meet with Tagovailoa at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Oregon QB Justin Herbert is receiving more positive reviews from the Miami Dolphins leading up to the 2020 NFL Draft and could be an option for Miami in the first round, according to sources.