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Vikings | Jauan Jennings agrees to deal with Minnesota Thu May 7, 09:21 PM
Free agent WR Jauan Jennings (49ers) has reached an agreement with the Minnesota Vikings on a one-year, $13 million deal.
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Jets | NYJ sign Cade Klubnik to rookie deal Thu May 7, 09:04 PM
New York Jets QB Cade Klubnik signed his rookie contract on Thursday, May 7. The contract is for four years and $5.5 million.
Link to story Jets | Kenyon Sadiq signs rookie deal Thu May 7, 08:23 PM
New York Jets TE Kenyon Sadiq signed his rookie contract on Thursday, May 7. It is for four years and $22.3 million fully guaranteed.
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Giants | Malachi Fields signs rookie deal Thu May 7, 06:26 PM
New York Giants third-round draft choice WR Malachi Fields signed a four-year contract with the Giants Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Panthers | Two UDFAs officially signed Thu May 7, 06:26 PM
Updating previous reports, undrafted free-agent QB Haynes King (Georgia Tech) and WR Kobe Prentice (Baylor) officially signed with the Carolina Panthers Thursday, May 7. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to story Panthers | Chris Brazzell signs contract Thu May 7, 06:17 PM
Carolina Panthers third-round draft choice WR Chris Brazzell II signed a four-year contract with the Panthers Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Broncos | Rodney Hammond invited to minicamp Thu May 7, 06:10 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Rodney Hammond (Sacramento State) has been invited to participate in the Denver Broncos rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to sources.
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Jaguars | CJ Williams under contract Thu May 7, 05:58 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars sixth-round draft choice WR CJ Williams signed a four-year contract with the Jaguars Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Williams did snare 59 receptions in 2025, leading Stanford with 749 yards and six scores. The Jaguars certainly went deep with this late-round selection. We'll see if Jaguars GM James Gladstone found a diamond in the rough or not. Fantasy GMs in super deep dynasty leagues should monitor the rookie. |
Jaguars | Josh Cameron inks deal Thu May 7, 05:51 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars sixth-round draft choice WR Josh Cameron signed a four-year contract with the Jaguars Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story Jaguars | Tanner Koziol signs contract Thu May 7, 05:49 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars fifth-round draft choice TE Tanner Koziol signed a four-year contract with the Jaguars Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Koziol is huge and knows how to use his body to get the ball in contested situations. He begins his pro career likely behind both Brenton Strange and fellow rookie Nate Boerkircher. In super deep dynasty leagues (especially those with tight end premiums), we are monitoring Koziol closely. |
Falcons | Kyle Pitts officially signs tender Thu May 7, 05:30 PM
Atlanta Falcons franchise free-agent TE Kyle Pitts officially signed his one-year tender offer Thursday, May 7. He is scheduled to make $15.045 million in 2026.
| Footballguys view: There was a report from NFL Network about a month ago that suggested Pitts had signed his franchise tender. Reports then surfaced about Pitts potentially being on the trade block. Since he's now signed for the 2026 season, perhaps a trade will go down. Stay tuned. |
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Cardinals | Andre Baccellia released Thu May 7, 05:22 PM
Arizona Cardinals WR Andre Baccellia (undisclosed) was released Thursday, May 7, with a failed physical designation.
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Titans | Cam Ward picking up offense Thu May 7, 05:18 PM
Tennessee Titans QB Cam Ward has been able to learn the new offensive scheme quickly this offseason, according to offensive coordinator Brian Daboll.
| Footballguys view: Daboll has a history of getting the best out of young quarterbacks. Ward is attacking this offseason of change for the Titans with the focus of a franchise quarterback. In a Daboll system, Ward could post QB2 numbers for Fantasy GMs in 2026. |
Jaguars | Travis Hunter will still have offensive role Thu May 7, 05:11 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars WR/CB Travis Hunter will still see work as a wide receiver during the 2026 season but will see an increase in snaps at cornerback during the season, according to general manager James Gladstone.
| Footballguys view: Hunter is not going to exclusively play cornerback as some had previously suggested. Not only has Hunter pushed back on that, but now the Jaguars GM says the same thing. Hunter can be a playmaker on both sides of the ball, but many Fantasy GMs are nervous about his usage at wide receiver this year. His fantasy value in year two may not be what some wanted/expected, but Hunter can have a fantasy impact (perhaps in the flex range). |
Buccaneers | Bauer Sharp signs deal Thu May 7, 04:44 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers sixth-round draft choice TE Bauer Sharp signed a four-year contract with the Buccaneers Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Sharp was originally a quarterback when he entered college football. After three teams, Sharp enters the NFL as a special teams player with limited production at tight end. He can be moved around the formation at tight end, so in super deep dynasty formats, we'll be keeping tabs on Sharp. |
Buccaneers | Ted Hurst under contract Thu May 7, 04:31 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers third-round draft choice WR Ted Hurst signed a four-year contract with the Buccaneers Thursday, May 7. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: The Buccaneers selected Hurst out of Georgia State with the No. 84 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. He's got a great size/speed combination and has the physical traits to be a big-play weapon in the NFL. Jumping from the Sun Belt to the NFL is quite the leap, so Hurst has plenty to prove entering his first NFL season. |
Patriots | NE interested in Demarcus Lacey Thu May 7, 04:20 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Demarcus Lacey (Marshall) has been invited to participate in the New England Patriots rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source.
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Texans | Demarcus Lacey invited to minicamp Thu May 7, 04:18 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Demarcus Lacey (Marshall) has been invited to participate in the Houston Texans rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source.
Link to story Giants | NYG let four players go Thu May 7, 04:04 PM
New York Giants WR Courtney Jackson, DT Elijah Chatman, DT Marlon Tuipulotu and LB Swayze Bozeman were released Thursday, May 7.
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Broncos | Justin Joly signs rookie deal Thu May 7, 10:25 AM
Denver Broncos fifth-round pick TE Justin Joly signed his rookie four-year deal Thursday, May 7. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Joly has some move tight end skill, and he's going to be able to hone that skill set behind Evan Engram in 2026. With Davis Webb calling plays instead of Sean Payton this year, we think Engram has more of an impact than he did a year ago. His 50 catches for 461 yards and one touchdown were disappointing for Fantasy GMs, and Engram finished as the no.25 tight end in standard-scoring formats. Joly is not as athletic as Engram, but he's a slippery player the Broncos moved up for on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft. |
Steelers | Aaron Rodgers, Steelers to talk shop Thu May 7, 10:22 AM
Free-agent QB Aaron Rodgers (Steelers) is meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers Friday, May 8, and the two sides are expected to agree to a contract.
| Footballguys view: The Rodgers 2026 saga may finally be over before the weekend! The Steelers have been waiting this entire offseason for Rodgers to make a decision, and now things are coming to a head. The $15 million UFA tender is considered to be strictly a placeholder and not a ballpark of a contract. He's no longer the player he used to be, but Rodgers could easily post similar numbers to what he did last year in Pittsburgh. |
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Broncos | DEN trying out two veterans at minicamp Wed May 6, 09:38 PM
Free-agent WR Michael Woods II and DE Isaiah Thomas have reportedly had a veteran tryout at the Denver Broncos' rookie minicamp, according to a source on Wednesday, May 6.
Link to story Texans | HOU invites two to rookie camp Wed May 6, 08:39 PM
Undrafted free-agent LS Jacob Graham (Texas A&M) and PK Chris Freeman (Connecticut) were invited to the Houston Texans rookie minicamp, according to a source on Wednesday, May 6.
Link to story Broncos | Nathan Peterman to try out Wed May 6, 06:02 PM
Free-agent QB Nathan Peterman (Falcons) is scheduled to participate in the Denver Broncos rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source.
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Saints | Younghoe Koo to be at minicamp Wed May 6, 05:14 PM
Free-agent PK Younghoe Koo (Giants) is scheduled to participate in the New Orleans Saints rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
Link to story Saints | McCallan Castles set to try out Wed May 6, 04:54 PM
Free-agent TE McCallan Castles (Packers) is scheduled to participate in the New Orleans Saints rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
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Packers | Bigger role expected for Matthew Golden Wed May 6, 04:17 PM
Green Bay Packers WR Matthew Golden will receive a bigger role in the offense this upcoming season and should see an increase in his production, according to offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich.
| Footballguys view: After Romeo Doubs left in free agency and Dontayvion Wicks was traded to Philadelphia, there's a path for Golden to succeed. Christian Watson will be the field-stretcher. Jayden Reed should return to a featured role after missing nine games to injury. But Golden, a 2025 first-round pick -- Green Bay's first wideout taken in Round 1 in over two decades -- will get ample opportunity to prove his worth. Golden is being drafted as WR52. Landing him as your WR4 or WR5 in Round 10 in hopes of a breakout is a reasonable approach. |
Saints | Two QBs set to try out Wed May 6, 03:31 PM
Free-agent QB Kyle Trask (Falcons) and QB Easton Stick (Falcons) are scheduled to participate in the New Orleans Saints rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to sources.
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Texans | Clayton Tune expected at minicamp Wed May 6, 03:11 PM
Free-agent QB Clayton Tune (Packers) is expected to participate in the Houston Texans rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, according to a source.
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Chiefs | Kenneth Walker may see more work as receiver Wed May 6, 01:52 PM
Kansas City Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III said he has been spending time with QB Patrick Mahomes this offseason and believes he will be more involved in the passing game with the Chiefs.
| Footballguys view: Walker has earned a reputation as a run-first back in his four NFL seasons, averaging fewer than 40 catches and 300 yards receiving per year over four seasons in Seattle. But Walker has been spending time with Patrick Mahomes this offseason trying to get ready for an expanded role as a pass-catcher -- and, over the past five years, three different KC RBs have had at least 40 receptions in a season. Two of those seasons came with OC Eric Bieniemy. The return of Bieniemy could mean more opportunities for Walker. |
Jets | OC says Geno Smith a perfect fit Wed May 6, 01:32 PM
New York Jets QB Geno Smith is a perfect fit for the team's new offensive scheme, according to offensive coordinator Frank Reich.
| Footballguys view: From 2021-2024, Smith started 52 games for Seattle, leading the club to a 28-24 record while completing 68.5 percent of his passes for 12,928 yards with 76 touchdowns and 36 interceptions. As Profootballtalk.com suggested, if Smith is better than that, then the Jets will be in a much better position to have success in 2026. That doesn't mean fantasy investors should be counting on Smith to fuel their fantasy fortunes. But thinking he can keep the players we are invested in, Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall, on schedule is reasonable. |
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Broncos | EJ Warner will be at minicamp Wed May 6, 01:12 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB EJ Warner (Fresno State) has accepted an invitation to participate in the Denver Broncos rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
Link to story Broncos | Dallen Bentley agrees to deal Wed May 6, 01:08 PM
Denver Broncos seventh-round draft choice TE Dallen Bentley agreed to terms on a four-year contract with the Broncos Wednesday, May 6, worth $4.5 million, according to a source.
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Seahawks | Jadarian Price fits running scheme Wed May 6, 11:38 AM
Seattle Seahawks first-round pick RB Jadarian Price fits the team's outside-zone running scheme as that's the system he ran in at Notre Dame. Notre Dame running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider says that system is Price's 'love language.' Seider also noted that Price's experience making an impact while sharing snaps with Jeremiyah Love will also benefit him once RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) returns.
| Footballguys view: Price's 6.0 yards per rush over three seasons at Notre Dame suggest he can bring an explosive element to Seattle's offense similar to what Ken Walker III did. But will it earn a robust role? With Zach Charbonnet likely to miss much of the season, the Seahawks signed Emanuel Wilson to give them a power runner, while George Holani has a skillset that could fit a third-down role. Both will get opportunities. Still, Price's Footballguys projection works out to 16 touches per game, and the rookie could provide RB2 value. |
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Cardinals | Potential interest in Aaron Rodgers? Wed May 6, 12:51 AM
Free-agent QB Aaron Rodgers (Steelers) was courted on social media by Arizona Cardinals WR Kendrick Bourne, but Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur stated that the team is 'focused on the guys we've got coming in', according to an interview with Jim Rome on Tuesday, May 5.
| Footballguys view: The Steelers' recent decision to apply the unrestricted free agency tender to Rodgers has sparked speculation as to whether Rodgers may be thinking about signing with another team. That speculation has centered on the Cardinals. But Josh Weinfuss of ESPN asked "a source" if the talk "was real." The response was this: "Not at all." As PFT noted, despite the links to LaFleur and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, the Cardinals face a stiff challenge in 2026 -- one that would make it difficult for Rodgers to cap his career with a playoff berth. |
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NFL | Stefon Diggs found not guilty Wed May 6, 12:50 AM
Free-agent WR Stefon Diggs (Patriots) was found not guilty on Tuesday, May 5, of felony strangulation and other criminal charges stemming from a dispute with his personal chef.
| Footballguys view: The acquittal clears a path for Diggs' return to the field, but he still could face discipline from the NFL. "We have been monitoring all developments in the matter, which remains under review of the personal conduct policy," NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said Tuesday. Diggs, who the Patriots released in March, was a key target for Drake Maye during the team's AFC East title run. Diggs' 1,000-yard season marked the seventh of his career. We'll see if teams wait for some resolution from the league before offers start coming in for the veteran wideout. |
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Cowboys | Dallas remains firm they will not trade George Pickens Tue May 5, 03:27 PM
Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones stated on Tuesday, May 5, that the team remains steadfast that they will not trade WR George Pickens.
| Footballguys view: Pickens has signed his franchise tag, but hasn't landed a long-term deal with the team. There haven't been any indications that the two sides are making progress toward any longer arrangement. Meanwhile, the wideout is not taking part in voluntary workouts with teammates, but the Cowboys have a mandatory minicamp in June, and Pickens would be subject to fines if he skipped that camp. Jones said he expects Pickens to be there, while referencing quarterback Dak Prescott doing the same thing after being tagged in 2020. So we have expectations. Now we'll wait to see if Pickens meets them. |
Packers | Micah Parsons expected back 'early' in 2026 Tue May 5, 01:34 PM
Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst shared that DE Micah Parsons is recovering well and the team expects him to be 'back early in the season.'
| Footballguys view: Parsons suffered a torn ACL in December, cutting off his strong first season with Green Bay. He tallied 12.5 sacks with 12 tackles for loss and 27 quarterback hits, earning AP first-team All-Pro honors for the third time, despite playing just 14 games. We'll be watching his progress closely in coming weeks. |
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Chiefs | Emmett Johnson signs rookie contract with KC Tue May 5, 01:08 PM
Kansas City Chiefs RB Emmett Johnson signed a four-year deal with the team on Tuesday, May 16. No financial terms of the deal were disclosed.
| Footballguys view: As Footballguy Dave Kluge noted in the 2026 Rookie Draft Guide, Johnson could be the Chiefs' primary pass catcher. Ken Walker III hasn't displayed a consistent ability to draw targets through his career, and Andy Reid likes to have designated roles for his running backs. There's a narrow path that needs to play a valuable role. But, Kluge added, "The floor for Johnson is low. He fell to Day 3 and doesn't have the best athletic profile. In a weak rookie class overall, he's worth a late-round dart throw in deep leagues, but not without downside." |
Saints | Alvin Kamara bought in Tue May 5, 11:14 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara said he's excited to see what he and RB Travis Etienne can do together.
| Footballguys view: Kamara has made it evident that he wants to stay put with the Saints and play a role in the club's plans moving forward. During a podcast interview with former teammate Terron Armstead that was released Monday, Kamara praised QB Tyler Shough and the team's first-round draft pick, Jordyn Tyson. He was also excited about what he and RB Travis Etienne Jr. can do together. Kamara, 30, dealt with ankle and knee issues last season that limited him to 11 games. His role this year is unclear, but complementary work behind Etienne seems like a best-case outcome. |
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Raiders | Fernando Mendoza draws skepticism Tue May 5, 11:07 AM
Las Vegas Raiders first overall selection QB Fernando Mendoza lacks NFL traits, according to a coach in the ACC. The coach, whose team faced Mendoza when he was at Cal, said Mendoza's receivers helped him a lot. 'He's a good decision-maker, but I don't think he's got the NFL traits,' the coach said. 'They're all back-shoulder (throws.) That's not working in the NFL. His receivers made plays to make him look better than he is. In the NFL, those throws are getting picked off.'
| Footballguys view: Safe to say the Raiders don't agree with that assessment. As noted in the Footballguys 2026 Rookie Draft Guide, Tom Brady and the rest of the Raiders' front office are committed to letting Mendoza develop behind Kirk Cousins, which could lead to early frustrations for fantasy managers. So be mindful of that when drafting this summer. Beyond that, he remains a viable dynasty asset. Footballguy Sigmund Bloom believes Mendoza's fantasy ceiling is in the Brock Purdy range if Klint Kubiak is successful at rehabilitating the Raiders offense. |
Falcons | Michael Penix Jr. still an unknown Tue May 5, 09:13 AM
Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) is in a good spot, according to president of football operations Matt Ryan, but they don't know what to expect for training camp.
| Footballguys view: Penix tore his ACL seven months ago. So, as The Athletic's Josh Kendall suggests, health is the first piece of information we need to determine what kind of competition he'll face from free-agent addition Tua Tagovailoa. From there, it's going to be about who best fits into new coach Kevin Stefanski's offense. While Tagovailoa is the favorite, it's hard to imagine the Falcons not giving Penix a shot this year, considering they spent the No. 8 pick on him just two years ago. But a new coaching staff and personnel department will likely feel less pressure to play him. |
Steelers | Patience wearing thin with Aaron Rodgers? Tue May 5, 12:59 AM
Free-agent QB Aaron Rodgers' (Steelers) decision to play in 2026 could have the patience of the Pittsburgh Steelers wearing thin, in the opinion of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac on Monday, May 4.
| Footballguys view: According to Dulac, the Steelers had some measure of expectation that Rodgers might return by the start of the NFL combine at the end of February. Then, based on their conversations with him, they had a realistic expectation that a decision would come by the start of the NFL Draft. Neither came to pass. If Rodgers hasn't given them a decision by the start of organized team activities on May 18 -- their latest deadline -- their patience will turn into frustration, and, Dulac suggests, something more. Stay tuned. |
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Texans | C.J. Stroud has Houston CEO's backing Tue May 5, 12:58 AM
Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud has CEO Cal McNair's backing, saying the Texans are 'fully committed' to Stroud on Monday, May 4.
| Footballguys view: This figures to be a big season for Stroud. Last month, the Texans picked up the fifth-year option on his contract. Now, the Texans have another year to negotiate with Stroud's camp and make sure he is their long-term solution at quarterback. During the past two seasons, he failed to throw more than 20 passing touchdowns (with one rushing TD) en route to QB17 and QB21 finishes. A stingy Houston defense means the Texans don't have to throw much, and it's hard to envision a huge shift this year. Stroud's Footballguys projection, QB20, reflects all that. |
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Ravens | Skylar Thompson officially signed Mon May 4, 04:53 PM
Free-agent QB Skylar Thompson (Steelers) signed with the Baltimore Ravens Monday, May 4. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Raiders | Vegas signs Jonathan Brady Mon May 4, 04:20 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Jonathan Brady (Indiana) signed with the Las Vegas Raiders Monday, May 4. Terms of the contract were not disclosed. The team also placed WR Justin Shorter (undisclosed) on the Reserve/Injured list.
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Steelers | Jaheim Bell joins Steelers Mon May 4, 04:15 PM
Free-agent TE Jaheim Bell (Eagles) signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers Monday, May 4. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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49ers | PUP list an option for George Kittle Mon May 4, 03:56 PM
San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle (Achilles) will be a candidate for the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list if he is not ready for the start of the 2026 season, in the opinion of NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco. The 49ers have not ruled out the possibility of Kittle being ready for Week 1.
| Footballguys view: In fact, head coach Kyle Shanahan has suggested Week 1 is entirely possible. Still, as Maiocco noted, a return for the opener seems like an aggressive timeline for Kittle's return from a torn Achilles, and the 49ers could be cautious, as he enters his 10th NFL season. If Kittle begins the season on the physically unable to perform list, Jake Tonges, who's proven to be a capable contributor in the passing game, would be the starter until the veteran returns. |
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Packers | Chase Claypool will not be joining team Mon May 4, 03:34 PM
Free-agent WR Chase Claypool (Bills) will not be signing with the Green Bay Packers after he participated in the team's rookie minicamp on a tryout basis.
| Footballguys view: Claypool was one of nine players to try out for the team during their rookie minicamp over the weekend. None of the nine tryout players were signed. Claypool was drafted 49th overall by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2020 NFL Draft. In 58 career games, Claypool totaled 175 receptions, 2,261 receiving yards, and 13 touchdowns. He remains an unrestricted free agent available to any team interested. |
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49ers | Two WRs may compete for No. 3 job Mon May 4, 03:19 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR Christian Kirk and WR De'Zhaun Stribling will likely compete for the No. 3 receiver job during training camp, in the opinion of NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco.
| Footballguys view: Stribling's draft position -- he went in the second round, well ahead of expectations -- has him soaring up rookie boards. While he'll likely battle Kirk for that No. 3 spot, Maiocco acknowledges it's possible that if Ricky Pearsall provides an opening, Stribling could take over a more significant role in this offense. As the Footballguys 2026 Rookie Draft Guide said of Stribling, "He is risky, but has the profile to be a breakout rookie." |
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