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Bears | Tremaine Edmunds' injury not serious Sat Aug 23, 11:34 AM
Chicago Bears LB Tremaine Edmunds (undisclosed) has a soft-tissue injury which is not believed to be a long-term concern, according to head coach Ben Johnson.
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Colts | Indianapolis makes several roster moves Tue Aug 19, 08:04 PM
The Indianapolis Colts signed CB Xavien Howard, LBs Jake Chaney and Joseph Vaughn Monday, Aug. 18, and OT Blake Freeland (leg), LB Jacob Phillips (undisclosed) and S Hunter Wohler (foot) on the reserve/injured list.
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Buccaneers | Anthony Walker nursing leg injury Sun Aug 10, 11:35 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers LB Anthony Walker (leg) has yet to participate in training camp due to a leg injury, and he remains on the Non-Football Injury list.
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Commanders | Washington works out 14 players Sun Aug 10, 05:37 PM
The Washington Commanders worked out free-agents LB Amare Barno, DB Essang Bassey, OG Lester Cotton, DB Antonio Hamilton, OT John Leglue, DB Keni-H Lovely, OG Tashawn Manning, DE Jeremiah Martin, LB Nicholas Morrow, LB Tanner Muse, LB Ronnie Perkins, LB Duke Riley, LB Sione Takitaki and LB Oshane Ximines.
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Bears | Two defenders exit preseason game Sun Aug 10, 04:09 PM
Chicago Bears S Major Burns (knee) and LB Amen Ogbongbemiga (shoulder) each left the preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Aug. 10 due to injuries.
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Broncos | Drew Sanders undergoes surgery Sun Aug 3, 11:58 PM
Denver Broncos LB Drew Sanders (foot) had foot surgery earlier this week, according to a source. Head coach Sean Payton said the injury was to a ligament, and not a tendon, and he is expected to miss at least a month. 'It's going to certainly be north of four to six weeks,' Payton said.
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Chargers | Denzel Perryman in trouble with the law Sun Aug 3, 12:13 AM
Los Angeles LB Denzel Perryman was arrested on a felony weapons charge on Friday, Aug. 1.
| Footballguys view: The Chargers have Junior Colson and Troy Dye behind Perryman, but they could also bring back Kyzir White, who is still a free agent, if they think they won't have Perryman for an extended time and don't feel comfortable with Colson or Dye starting. |
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Bills | Shaq Thompson working with first team Fri Aug 1, 09:50 PM
Buffalo Bills LB Shaq Thompson has spent time working with the first-team defense this week thanks to injuries at the linebacker position. He has emerged as a serious roster candidate as a result.
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Broncos | Alex Singleton goes under the knife Wed Jul 30, 02:05 AM
Denver Broncos LB Alex Singleton (thumb) underwent surgery on Tuesday, July 29, to repair a right thumb fracture he suffered the previous day in practice. Singleton is expected to miss 'a week,' per head coach Sean Payton.
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Cardinals | Zaven Collins working inside Tue Jul 29, 07:30 PM
Arizona Cardinals LB Zaven Collins was lined up at inside linebacker in the team's first padded practice. He had transitioned to outside linebacker in the past two seasons after being originally drafted in 2021 as an inside linebacker.
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Broncos | Justin Strnad listed as top backup Sun Jul 27, 06:52 PM
Denver Broncos LB Justin Strnad is now considered as the top backup behind LBs Dre Greenlaw and Alex Singleton following the foot injury to LB Drew Sanders.
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Broncos | Drew Sanders out for extended period Sun Jul 27, 06:49 PM
Denver Broncos LB Drew Sanders (foot) suffered a tendon injury in his foot, and the ailment is expected to keep him sidelined for an extended period. He was carted off the practice field Saturday, July 26, and Sanders is not expected to return before the regular season opener Sept. 7. He and the team will decide on potential surgery in the next few days.
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Browns | Jordan Hicks retires Fri Jul 25, 10:09 AM
Cleveland Browns LB Jordan Hicks announced his retirement Friday, July 25. Hicks compiled 951 tackles over 10 seasons.
| Footballguys view: The Browns still have a viable duo in the middle of their defense with free agent signing Jerome Baker and second round pick Carson Schwesinger, but they may look to the free agent pool to add depth to the group after Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah was already put on the PUP list earlier in the offseason, making him unavailable this year. |
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Cowboys | Dallas makes roster moves Tue Jul 22, 05:07 PM
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee), CB Josh Butler (knee) and CB Trevon Diggs (knee) were placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Tuesday, July 22. Also, CB Shavon Revel Jr. (knee) was placed on the Active /Non-football injury list.
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Lions | Alex Anzalone suffers hamstring injury Mon Jul 21, 09:14 AM
Detroit Lions LB Alex Anzalone (hamstring) is out with a hamstring injury, according to head coach Dan Campbell. No timetable for his return was given.
| Footballguys view: According to local reports, this news confirms that Anzalone is not voluntarily missing practice as a "hold-in" protest against not having a new contract. Anzalone would like a new deal entering the final year of his three-year, $18.75 million contract signed in 2023. But on Sunday, head coach Dan Campbell felt fairly certain Anzalone wasn't the type of player to sit out on his own accord. Veteran Zach Cunningham, who was signed as a free agent back in May, will get more work in Anzalone's absence. |
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Ravens | C.J. Mosley sought out Baltimore before retiring Fri Jun 20, 02:47 PM
Free-agent LB C.J. Mosley (Jets) and the Baltimore Ravens had 'mutual interest,' but Mosley was unable to get cleared on his neck injury before ultimately deciding to retire. Mosley was a first-round draft choice of the Ravens in 2014 and played his first five NFL seasons in Baltimore.
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NFL | C.J. Mosley retires Thu Jun 19, 09:57 AM
Former New York Jets LB C.J. Mosley announced his retirement Thursday, June 19.
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Chargers | No restrictions for Daiyan Henley Thu Jun 12, 05:17 PM
Los Angeles Chargers LB Daiyan Henley (shoulder) said he was a full participant during the mandatory minicamp this week.
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Bills | Shaq Thompson joins Bills Tue Jun 10, 11:54 AM
Free-agent LB Shaq Thompson (Panthers) agreed to a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills Tuesday, June 10. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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Patriots | Jahlani Tavai likely done until training camp Tue Jun 3, 03:14 PM
Updating a previous report, New England Patriots LB Jahlani Tavai (calf) suffered a calf injury on Monday, June 2, that is expected to keep him sidelined until training camp, according to sources.
| Footballguys view: When Tavai had to exit practice on Monday, reporters noted that it looked like a potentially significant injury. So this latest report is good news. As pointed out by Mike Reiss of ESPN, Tavai had been in the mix at inside linebacker during the offseason program, though free-agent signee Robert Spillane has been leading the charge. |
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Patriots | Jahlani Tavai injured during practice on Monday Mon Jun 2, 02:10 PM
New England Patriots LB Jahlani Tavai (leg) suffered an apparent right leg injury during practice on Monday, June 2. Tavai remained on the field 'for an extended period of time' and could put only 'limited pressure' on his leg once he was helped to his feet, according to ESPN.com's Mike Reiss.
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Cowboys | DeMarvion Overshown hoping to return in November Sat May 31, 11:40 AM
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) is reportedly targeting a late-November return from a major knee injury. He has already resumed light jogging and is hopeful of being able to play versus the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day.
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Steelers | Cole Holcomb practicing Fri May 30, 05:48 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers LB Cole Holcomb (knee) participated in offseason workouts this week.
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Lions | Jack Campbell taking things slow Fri May 30, 02:12 PM
Detroit Lions LB Jack Campbell (hip) underwent a minor hip operation at the end of last season and was limited in practice on Friday, May 30. However, he told reporters that his hip is no longer an issue.
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Cowboys | DeMarvion Overshown will not rush back Thu May 29, 04:50 PM
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) is making progress in his recovery from a serious knee injury but said he will not rush back to the lineup. Overshown does not have a definite timetable for his return.
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Bears | Two defenders dealing with injuries Wed May 28, 03:14 PM
Chicago Bears LB T.J. Edwards (undisclosed) and CB Kyler Gordon (undisclosed) are dealing with soft tissue injuries, according to head coach Ben Johnson.
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Buccaneers | Several key Tampa Bay players not at OTAs Tue May 27, 04:22 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers DE/LB Haason Reddick was among the players who were not present for the start of organized team activities on Tuesday, May 27, joining WR Mike Evans, WR Chris Godwin, LB Lavonte David, OT Tristan Wirfs and DT Vita Vea.
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Lions | Detroit adds Zach Cunningham Tue May 27, 02:23 PM
Free-agent LB Zach Cunningham (Broncos) signed an undisclosed contract with the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, May 27.
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Broncos | Alex Singleton may be limited Mon May 26, 06:09 PM
Denver Broncos LB Alex Singleton (knee) may be a limited participant during offseason workouts because he is not fully recovered from the torn anterior cruciate ligament he suffered during the 2024 season.
| Footballguys view: Singleton missed the final 15 games last season with that ACL injury. But his recovery is on schedule, and a cautious approach during OTAs makes sense. |
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Chargers | Denzel Perryman ready to roll Tue May 20, 03:26 PM
Los Angeles Chargers LB Denzel Perryman (elbow) told reporters he has been cleared to return to football after suffering an elbow injury in the playoffs last season.
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Broncos | Alex Singleton expected to start Mon May 19, 07:18 PM
Denver Broncos LB Alex Singleton (knee) likely will be one of the starting inside linebackers this upcoming season if he is healthy, in the opinion of BroncosWire's Jon Heath.
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49ers | Three-year extension for Fred Warner Mon May 19, 05:04 PM
San Francisco 49ers LB Fred Warner agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with the 49ers Monday, May 19, worth $63 million. The deal includes $56.7 million in guaranteed money.
| Footballguys view: After completing lucrative contract extensions with quarterback Brock Purdy and tight end George Kittle in recent weeks, the 49ers had one more key player to take care of to wrap up their most pressing offseason business. While Purdy's deal represented the largest deal in team history (five years for $265 million, including $181 million in overall guaranteed money) and the biggest raise the Niners have ever handed out, Warner's extension always figured to be a bit easier because he had two years remaining on the five-year, $95 million deal he signed in 2021. With Warner, 28, Purdy, and Kittle signed before the on-field portion of organized team activities begin, the 49ers can rest easy from a business standpoint as they head toward training camp. |
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Falcons | Atlanta reaches deal with Caleb Johnson Mon May 12, 06:12 PM
Free-agent LB Caleb Johnson (Jaguars) signed with the Atlanta Falcons Monday, May 12. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also released WR Phillip Dorsett.
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Raiders | Jaylon Smith joining Las Vegas Sun May 11, 05:47 PM
Free-agent LB Jaylon Smith (Steelers) agreed to terms with the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday, May 11, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Bears | Strong-side linebacker job up for grabs Sat May 10, 09:15 AM
There will be an open competition for the Chicago Bears' starting strong-side linebacker spot, according to head coach Ben Johnson. LBs Noah Sewell, Ruben Hyppolite II, Swayze Bozeman and Amen Ogbongbemiga are expected to battle for the position.
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Raiders | Jaylon Smith trying out for LV Sat May 10, 08:44 AM
Free-agent LB Jaylon Smith (Steelers) is participating in the Las Vegas Raiders' rookie minicamp this weekend on a tryout basis.
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Cardinals | Three LBs not expected back Wed May 7, 06:24 PM
Free-agent LB Kyzir White (Cardinals), LB Jesse Luketa (Cardinals) and LB Dennis Gardeck (Cardinals) are not expected to re-sign with the Arizona Cardinals this offseason.
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Broncos | Alex Singleton optimistic about Week 1 Wed May 7, 01:53 PM
Denver Broncos LB Alex Singleton (knee) said he is on track in his recovery from knee injury and believe he will be ready to play Week 1.
| Footballguys view: Singleton played 190 defensive snaps last season, with 49 coming after he tore an anterior cruciate ligament. Singleton injured his knee on the eighth play of the Week 3 win over the Buccaneers on Sept. 22. He didn't miss a snap in the game, but the injury did end the rest of his season. But Singleton, LB20 on the Footballguys Projections, has worked with the Broncos' vice president of player health and performance, Beau Lowery, every day since his surgery on Oct. 15. He posted a video to his Instagram of him running full speed. "Let's just say we're in a really good spot," Singleton said. "You get three more months. Three more. So we're good." |
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Colts | Joe Bachie joins Indy Wed May 7, 01:01 PM
Free-agent LB Joe Bachie (Bengals) signed with the Indianapolis Colts Wednesday, May 7. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
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Browns | Devin Bush arrested Mon May 5, 09:21 AM
Cleveland Browns LB Devin Bush was arrested Sunday, May 4, for simple assault and harassment by Bell Acres Police in Pennsylvania.
| Footballguys view: In his first season in Cleveland in 2024, Bush started 10 games and totaled 76 tackles, which ranked fourth on the team. In March, the Browns re-signed Bush to a one-year, $3.25 million deal. We'll follow up on this situation as developments warrant. |
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Falcons | ATL fined after prank call saga Wed Apr 30, 11:43 AM
Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich was fined $100,000, and the team was fined $250,000 for the fraudulent phone call made to QB Shedeur Sanders at the NFL Draft.
| Footballguys view: Ulbrich's 21-year-old son admitted to the prank call and apologized in an Instagram post Sunday. The Falcons said in a statement Sunday that Jax Ulbrich wrote down the number from his father's open iPad while visiting his parents' home "to later conduct a prank call." The NFL said the fines were for "failing to prevent the disclosure of confidential information distributed to the club in advance of the NFL Draft." The Falcons noted that "the Ulbrich family is working with the organization to participate in community service initiatives in relation to last week's matter." Sanders, who had been widely expected to be selected in the first round before the NFL draft started, had to wait until Day 3 of the draft for his slide to end when the Cleveland Browns picked him in the fifth round. In a conference call with Cleveland-area reporters after the Browns drafted him, Sanders said he wasn't bothered by the prank. |
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Packers | Green Bay, Isaiah Simmons make it official Tue Apr 29, 04:16 PM
Free-agent LB Isaiah Simmons (Giants) officially signed a one-year contract with the Green Bay Packers on Tuesday, April 29. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Packers | Isaiah Simmons set to join Green Bay Mon Apr 28, 06:36 PM
Free-agent LB Isaiah Simmons (Giants) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Green Bay Packers Monday, April 28. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Cowboys | DeMarvion Overshown headed to PUP list? Sun Apr 27, 10:19 AM
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) could begin the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list, according to owner Jerry Jones.
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Bears | Extension for T.J Edwards Wed Apr 16, 09:35 PM
Chicago Bears LB T.J. Edwards signed a two-year, $20 million extension with $16.6 million fully guaranteed, according to a source.
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Panthers | Carolina open to moving down Wed Apr 16, 05:55 PM
Carolina Panthers general manager Dan Morgan said the team is open to trading down in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
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Chargers | Daiyan Henley should be ready for camp Tue Apr 15, 03:18 PM
Los Angeles Chargers LB Daiyan Henley (shoulder) told reporters on Tuesday, April 15, that he expects to be fully healthy by training camp.
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Packers | Green Bay getting to know Isaiah Simmons Mon Apr 14, 01:30 PM
Free-agent LB Isaiah Simmons (Giants) is visiting with the Green Bay Packers on Monday, April 14.
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Rams | Troy Reeder staying put Thu Apr 10, 02:34 PM
Free-agent LB Troy Reeder (Rams) signed a one-year contract to return to the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, April 10. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Cowboys | DeMarvion Overshown could return midseason Wed Apr 9, 01:27 PM
Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) is making good progress in his recovery and could have a chance to return to the field at some point in early November.
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