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Giants | Darius Slayton has surgery Thu Apr 30, 11:19 AM
New York Giants WR Darius Slayton (abdomen) underwent surgery to repair a core muscle and will miss spring activities. He's expected to be ready for training camp.
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Indianapolis Colts second-round pick LB C.J. Allen is expected to be a centerpiece of the linebacker corps right away. 'Great person. All about football. Ran 4.4. Tough,' according to a team source.
Link to storyPittsburgh Steelers third-round pick QB Drew Allar will need to have his footwork refined by head coach Mike McCarthy, according to sources. 'He's really got a good feel for what that takes,' a team source said of McCarthy's touch in this area.
Link to storyCincinnati Bengals second-round pick EDGE Cashius Howell is credited with a high motor. 'He doesn't have the elite bend that some of the other rushers have, but he is absolutely relentless and will play a long time in the NFL as a result,' an AFC scout said.
Link to storyBuffalo Bills fourth-round draft pick WR Skyler Bell could contribute right away, according to multiple scouts.
Link to storyTennessee Titans DL Ali Gaye, DE Nate Lynn, DT Isaiah Raikes, LB Cam Riley, C Clay Webb and RB Blake Watson were waived Thursday, April 30.
Link to storyCleveland Browns WR KC Concepcion said he believes QB Shadeur Sanders is a great leader and is looking forwarding to working with him. 'I just can't wait to build that relationship and build that connection with him,' Concepcion said.
Link to storyArizona Cardinals QB Carson Beck's experience in 'big-game environments' was one of the reasons the Cardinals drafted him, according to general manager Monti Ossenfort. 'I think when you see a player who has had big-game experience, when you make this transition to the NFL, there's more hope that it's not going to be too big for them, right?' Ossenfort said.
Link to storyFree-agent DT Leki Fotu (Texans) is signing a one-year deal with the New York Giants, according to sources. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Philadelphia Eagles TE Eli Stowers has rare athleticism, according to head coach Nick Sirianni. 'He does some things that no one else can do,' Sirianni said. 'Just to be able to create mismatches with him. He is a tough cover, catches everything, good after the catch, speed, quickness. Really excited to have him.'
Link to storyLos Angeles Chargers TE Thomas Yassmin received an international player roster exemption.
Link to storyFree-agent WR Kajiya Hollawayne (Temple) is scheduled to participate in the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers rookie minicamps on a tryout basis.
Link to storyFree-agent TE Harrison Bryant (Texans) signed with the Seattle Seahawks Wednesday, April 29. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Free-agent DE Eric Johnson (Colts) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings Wednesday, April 29. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyGeorge Pickens has signed the franchise tag, a source told ESPN.com's Todd Archer.
| Footballguys view: While there was a delay, we were told this would happen last week, it's done now. Pickens will make a guaranteed $27.3 million this season, and he will report to the mandatory minicamp in June and training camp or be subject to fines. It also opens up the possibility of Pickens being traded, although the Cowboys say that won't happen. Assuming he isn't traded, Pickens' Footballguys projection, WR13, is plenty reasonable considering his WR5 finish last season. |
Dallas Cowboys franchise free-agent WR George Pickens signed his one-year tender offer Wednesday, April 29, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree-agent DE Dante Fowler (Cowboys) is a candidate to sign with the Seattle Seahawks this offseason since the Seahawks are looking for help at edge rusher, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Brady Henderson.
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Free-agent FB Ben VanSumeren (Eagles) signed a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills Wednesday, April 29. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent WR Finn Hogan (Bowling Green) is scheduled to participate in the Tennessee Titans rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source. Hogan will be working as a tight end at the minicamp.
Link to storyFree-agent DT Jaleel Johnson (Titans) has decided to retire from professional football.
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Kansas City Chiefs RB ShunDerrick Powell was waived Wednesday, April 29.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins WR Chris Bell (knee) is a candidate to start the 2026 season on either the Reserve/Injured list or the Physically Unable to Perform list, in the opinion of DolphinsWire's Jason Sarney.
| Footballguys view: Bell tore his ACL in late November last year. Before the injury, he was projected by some to be a first-round pick. Because of his injury, 17 receivers were taken ahead of him. As SBNation reported, Bell plans to use that as motivation. "[The injury] had me frustrated [during the draft], just knowing that I was better than some of the guys that went off the board [ahead of me]," he said. Bell is just four and a half months out of surgery right now. It might not be this year, but he could have a high ceiling once healthy. |
Free-agent LB Joe Bachie (Titans) and DT Jay Tufele (Jets) signed with the Detroit Lions Wednesday, April 29. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
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Undrafted free-agent TE Johnny Pascuzzi (Tulane) has been invited to participate in the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers rookie minicamps on a tryout basis, according to a source.
Link to storyFree-agent WR James Proche (Titans) worked out for the Detroit Lions Tuesday, April 28, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Now that the NFL Draft has concluded, the Lions' personnel department is continuing their search for talent. On Tuesday, it was veteran receiver Scotty Miller. Today, Proche, 29, a sixth-round draft pick back in 2020, gets a look. After spending three seasons in Baltimore, he was cut following the 2023 preseason. He had a stint with the Cleveland Browns (2023-2024) prior to spending the 2025 season with the Tennessee Titans. |
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Undrafted free-agent WR Matt Henry (Western Kentucky) has been invited to participate in the San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans rookie minicamps on a tryout basis, according to a source.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent QB Gavin Wimsatt (Jacksonville State) is scheduled to participate in the Tennessee Titans and Washington Commanders rookie minicamps on a tryout basis.
Link to storyUpdating a previous report, free-agent DE Dean Lowry (Steelers) had decided not to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers at this point because he wants to get into game shape before signing with a team. He has been medically cleared to play again.
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Updating previous reports, undrafted free-agent QB Matthew Caldwell (Texas), RB Dean Connors (Houston), TE Rohan Jones (Arkansas) and TE Dan Villari (Syracuse) officially agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams Tuesday, April 28. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree-agent WR Scotty Miller (Steelers) is scheduled to work out for the Chicago Bears next week.
| Footballguys view: Miller is known for good speed but has had more than 11 receptions in a season only once since his lone big year, a 33-catch second season with Tom Brady at quarterback for the Super Bowl champion Buccaneers in 2020. Miller, who visited Detroit on Tuesday, has been at the bottom of three teams' rosters or on the practice squad, and there are several backup receivers already on the Bears' 90-man roster who have the advantage of system knowledge. |
Scotty Miller player page
Undrafted free-agent TE Jameson Geers (Minnesota) and WR Harrison Wallace (Ole Miss) officially agreed to terms with the Arizona Cardinals Tuesday, April 28. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to storyNew York Jets DE Will McDonald had his fifth-year option exercised Wednesday, April 29.
Link to storyCarolina Panthers QB Bryce Young had his fifth-year option exercised Wednesday, April 29.
| Footballguys view: General manager Dan Morgan said on January 13 that the Panthers would pick up Young's option. The paperwork was filed on Wednesday and keeps him on the roster through the 2027 season. Young's coming off a career season, setting new highs in passing yards (3,011), touchdowns (23), and completion percentage (63.6). He also had six of his 12 game-winning drives in the fourth quarter or overtime last year, the most of any quarterback in the league since 2023, when he entered the league. But until he becomes a more consistent producer, Young remains a low-end QB2 in fantasy. |
Bryce Young player page
Houston Texans LB Azeez Al-Shaair agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the Texans Wednesday, April 29. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Al-Shaair had his first Pro Bowl season in 2025 after totaling 103 tackles, two interceptions, and nine pass deflections. He wore the "green dot" on defense as he relayed the playcalls from Texans defensive coordinator Matt Burke for the No. 1-ranked total defense (277.2 yards per game) and No. 2 scoring defense (17.4 points per game) last season. There were also times when Al-Shaair called the plays himself when the opposing offense was in hurry-up mode, so he's an important contributor. |
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Undrafted free-agent QB Derek Robertson (Monmouth) is scheduled to participate in the Jacksonville Jaguars and Tennessee Titans rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent QB Maverick McIvor (Western Kentucky) has agreed to participate in the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears rookie minicamps, according to a source.
Link to storyCleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson emerged from voluntary minicamp last week with an edge over QB Shedeur Sanders in the starting quarterback competition, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: One year after calling the trade for Watson a "big swing-and-miss," Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said in March that Watson has a "great chance" and a "fresh start" with offensive-minded first-year coach Todd Monken. According to Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot, Monken hopes to declare -- or at least identify -- his starter by the end of Browns minicamp (June 11). Shedeur Sanders has time to close the gap with a former three-time Pro Bowler. But as things stand now, Watson is the most likely candidate to be atop the depth chart heading into training camp. |
Deshaun Watson player page
Free-agent DT Shelby Harris (Browns) agreed to an undisclosed deal with the New York Giants Wednesday, April 29.
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Former Denver Broncos S Justin Simmons announced his retirement Wednesday, April 29.
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Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix had a follow-up, cleanup procedure on his fractured right ankle last week. The 26-year-old broke it in the Broncos' divisional-round victory over Buffalo, and is 'firmly on track to be ready for the start of training camp,' according to the report.
| Footballguys view: Nix fractured his right ankle near the end of the Broncos' divisional round playoff victory over the Bills. Before his Jan. 20 surgery, Nix called his injury a "simple fracture" that would require only a 4-6 week recovery. He did not mention a necessary follow-up procedure, and team owner Greg Penner said in March that the Broncos were confident Nix would participate in organized team activities as the quarterback was ahead of schedule in his rehab. Now, the timeline is training camp as the Broncos will be "conservative" with his participation in the offseason program. We'll be watching for more. |
Philadelphia Eagles A.J. Brown will likely be traded to the New England Patriots for a first-round draft pick when the trade 'comes together' on June 1, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
| Footballguys view: The two sides have discussed a deal, according to Schefter, but neither has been willing to commit to it before June 1 -- when the Eagles could split Brown's $43 million dead salary cap charge between this year and next. But everything is lining up for a move to happen. The Eagles drafted rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, and they also signed three veterans in Elijah Moore, Marquise "Hollywood" Brown, and Dontayvion Wicks. Meanwhile, the Patriots passed completely on drafting a wide receiver. Stay tuned. |
A.J. Brown player page
Free agent (Steelers) WR Scotty Miller met with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, April 29. He will also try out for the Chicago Bears next week.
| Footballguys view: Miller originally signed with the Steelers back in May, 2024. He spent the season with Pittsburgh but was released in January of 2025. The Steelers then brought Miller back later that month. Miller appeared in 11 games last season and even got one start. Miller finished with nine receptions for 62 receiving yards. The Lions don't have a pressing need at receiver right now. Their three starters are Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, and Isaac TeSlaa. In total, Detroit has nine receivers on its roster, so the team may be updating its scouting reports on future additions. |
Scotty Miller player page
Tennessee Titans president of football 0perations Chad Brinker announced Tuesday, April 28, that he is stepping down from his post.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent OT Cole Hutson (Texas) has been invited and will attend both the Dallas Cowboys and the Cleveland Browns' minicamps, according to a source on Tuesday, April 28.
Link to storyDetroit Lions LB Jack Campbell will not have his fifth-year option picked up by the Detroit Lions, according to a source on Tuesday, April 28.
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The Lions have exercised the fifth-year option for Jahmyr Gibbs.
| Footballguys view: This should come as no surprise. Gibbs became a full-time starter in 2025, and the Lions traded David Montgomery in the offseason. Gibbs rushed 243 times for 1,223 yards with 13 touchdowns in 2025. He also caught 77 passes for 616 yards with five touchdowns. He previously led the league with 20 rushing and receiving touchdowns in 2024. He's RB2 in the current Footballguys projections, and he's being drafted with the second pick overall in early drafts. |
Jahmyr Gibbs player page
Undrafted free-agent P Gabe Nwosu (Penn State) has been invited to the Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie minicamp, according to a source on Tuesday, April 28.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent LB Nikko Taylor (Oregon St.) has been invited and has accepted two minicamp invitations from the Kansas City Chiefs and Chicago Bears, according to a source on Tuesday, April 28.
Link to storyLos Angeles Chargers WR Quentin Johnston had his fifth-year option exercised by the Chargers on Tuesday, April 28.
| Footballguys view: The move fully guarantees Johnston's $18 million salary for 2027. The Chargers made Johnston a first-round pick in 2023. He led the team in touchdowns the past two seasons and posted a career-high 735 receiving yards in 14 games last season. Johnston has 144 catches for 1,877 yards and 18 touchdowns since entering the league. The Chargers have a deep wide receivers room with Ladd McConkey, Johnston, Tre' Harris, and KeAndre Lambert-Smith. |
Quentin Johnston player page
Free-agent S Patrick McMorris (Giants) was signed by the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, April 28. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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