San Francisco 49ers DE Arik Armstead, a pending free agent, is a re-signing priority for the team, which may apply the franchise tag. ‘Everything is on the table,’ general manager Josh Lynch said. ‘We want to find a way to keep him.’
Monthly Archives: February 2020
Raiders | Josh Jacobs tops rookie RBs
Las Vegas Raiders RB Josh Jacobs was the highest-graded rookie running back in the league during the 2019 season according to Pro Football Focus.
Eagles | Philly prime spot for Amari Cooper
Dallas Cowboys WR Amari Cooper, a pending free agent, could wind up with the Philadelphia Eagles if he isn’t re-signed by the Cowboys, in the opinion of NFL Network analyst David Carr.
Panthers | Joey Slye lands 1-year extension
Carolina Panthers PK Joey Slye on Thursday, Feb. 6, signed a one-year contract extension with the team.
Panthers | Ian Thomas has first dibs
Carolina Panthers TE Ian Thomas will have the first shot to replace departed TE Greg Olsen as the starting tight end.
Rams | Todd Gurley a potential trade candidate?
Los Angeles Rams RB Todd Gurley could potentially end up on the trading block this offseason as the team looks for way to create room under the salary cap, in the opinion of ESPN’s Lindsey Thiry.
Cardinals | David Johnson nearing the end in Arizona?
Arizona Cardinals RB David Johnson is scheduled to earn $10.2 million in 2020, with the entire amount guaranteed on the third day of the new league year. In the opinion of ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss, it is possible Johnson will be a cap casualty with his ‘production and contract going in opposite directions.’
Bears | Chicago could target QB during offseason
Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton or impending free-agent Marcus Mariota (Titans) are two realistic options for the Chicago Bears when the new league year begins, in the opinion of ESPN’s Jeff Dickerson, who predicts the team will look to acquire an experienced backup quarterback to push starter Mitchell Trubisky.
Chiefs | Sammy Watkins plans on playing in 2020
Kansas City Chiefs WR Sammy Watkins intends to play next season but told Sirius XM NFL Radio that he will look to take some ‘down time.”I’m really focused on my health….mental health,’ Watkins added.
Steelers | Pittsburgh OK with depth at quarterback?
Pittsburgh Steelers QBs Mason Rudolph and Devlin Hodges may not face any additional competition in training camp after team owner Art Rooney II indicated Wednesday, Feb. 5, that the Steelers are ‘comfortable’ with the quarterbacks currently under contract, making it unlikely they will add someone at the position in free agency.