Utah RB Zack Moss had his second teleconference with the Detroit Lions this week.
Monthly Archives: April 2020
Rams | Darrell Henderson draws high praise
Los Angeles Rams RB Darrell Henderson wasn’t able to contribute much as a rookie in 2019, but a pair of his teammates were not shy about their feeling about his potential. OT Andrew Whitworth said Anderson displayed elements of ‘lightning in a bottle,’ while QB Jared Goff described him as ‘a special talent.”He’s got the ability to be, I think, as time goes on, a top guy. We’re going to have to wait and see, but he’s got everything you want.’ Goff said.
NFL | Antonio Gibson seen as a pro running back
Memphis WR Antonio Gibson is being viewed as a running back in the NFL, according to NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein, who added only one team that he has spoken to sees Gibson as a receiver. According to Zierlein, one coach even likened him to a ‘lesser version of Joe Mixon.’
Broncos | Elijah Wilkinson staying put in Denver
Denver Broncos restricted free-agent OL Elijah Wilkinson signed his second-round tender worth $3.259 million on Thursday, April 16.
Broncos | Mike Purcell back on one-year deal
Denver Broncos restricted free-agent DT Mike Purcell signed his second-round tender worth $3.259 million on Thursday, April 16.
NFL | Jake Fromm draws unflattering NFL comp
Georgia QB Jake Fromm was recently compared to journeyman and current Detroit Lions QB Chase Daniel by four scouts and coaches from different teams. However, one AFC scout suggested that Fromm’s upside is similar to that of Kirk Cousins’.
NFL | Five teams have talked with Bradlee Anae
Utah DE Bradlee Anae has recently taken part in teleconference meetings with the New York Jets, Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.
Panthers | Christian McCaffrey extension financials
Updating a previous report, Carolina Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey’s four-year contract extension worth just over $64 million includes $30.0625 million fully guaranteed at signing, according to a source. His 2020 base salary will be $825,000 (fully guaranteed), followed by base salaries of $8.0375 million in 2021, $8.4 million in 2022, $11.8 million in 2023, $11.8 million in 2024 and $12 million in 2025.
Jaguars | Jacksonville a possibility for Cam Newton?
Free-agent QB Cam Newton (Panthers) has been the focus of an ongoing recruiting effort by Jacksonville Jaguars RB Leonard Fournette to join the Jaguars this offseason. Fournette mentioned on social media last month he wanted the team to sign Newton and made another push for it during an appearance on ESPN’s First Take on Thursday, April 16.’Cam went to the Super Bowl. He’s a great guy. I’ve been knowing Cam for a minute now. And like I told some people that talked to me, it’s no disrespect to (Gardner Minshew). I’m just trying to get in the best position as a team as we can (to) win. That’s all that was about. Just friendly competition ’cause that brings out the best in people,’ Fournette said.
Bengals | Jacques Patrick contract update
Updating a previous report, free-agent RB Jacques Patrick (XFL) agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, April 16. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.