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Schotty: Bond with Pickens stays intact amid franchise-tag talks
sports17 hours ago

Schotty: Bond with Pickens stays intact amid franchise-tag talks

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer says his relationship with George Pickens won’t change regardless of contract talks or the expected franchise tag, noting it’s part of the business side as CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott’s deals were handled. The tag would be a placeholder around $28 million for 2026 while a long-term deal is pursued, with a March 3 deadline to use it. Pickens had a standout 2025 season with 1,429 receiving yards, 93 catches and nine TDs.

Chiefs brace for two paths as Kelce's future remains uncertain
sports2 days ago

Chiefs brace for two paths as Kelce's future remains uncertain

The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for both possible outcomes with Travis Kelce, who at 36 will be an unrestricted free agent this year. GM Brett Veach and coach Andy Reid say they’ve kept open dialogue with Kelce and his reps and will move forward with a plan regardless of whether he returns or departs, with a decision likely coming before the March 9 tampering window and a new contract expected if he stays for a 14th season.

49ers, Williams at contract crossroads as 2026 looms
sports3 days ago

49ers, Williams at contract crossroads as 2026 looms

The 49ers and left tackle Trent Williams, 37, are in a contract stalemate for 2026, with Williams carrying a $32 million non-guaranteed base and a $38.841 million cap hit; absent a revised deal, San Francisco could release or trade him, with $10 million owed on April 1, while Williams had previously suggested he’d be back in 2026 but the situation remains unresolved.

Falcons keep Kyle Pitts in Atlanta with franchise tag
sports4 days ago

Falcons keep Kyle Pitts in Atlanta with franchise tag

The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly planning to apply the 2026 franchise tag to tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., with the tag expected to be around $16 million for one season. Pitts, a 2021 top-5 pick, posted a strong 2025 season (88 catches, 928 yards, 5 TDs) and now the team has until July 15 to work out a multi-year deal, keeping him in Atlanta after Matt Ryan moved into an executive role.

Chiefs, Kelce Open Door to a New Contract
sports6 days ago

Chiefs, Kelce Open Door to a New Contract

Chiefs coach Andy Reid said there’s ongoing communication with Travis Kelce about a new contract, signaling negotiations ahead as Kelce nears free agency. The team recently created cap space by restructuring Patrick Mahomes’s deal, and Kelce—at 36—could return if the price is right and he still enjoys the game; the official free-agent negotiating window opens in about 10 days.

Harbaugh-Giants deal hits snag over control and contract language
sports1 month ago

Harbaugh-Giants deal hits snag over control and contract language

The New York Giants and John Harbaugh remain in talks, with insiders saying they are working through organizational and operational issues and a sticking point over contract language; Harbaugh could seek significant roster and draft authority, giving him leverage, and the deal remains unresolved with a potential later-night resolution or a pivot to Plan B if talks falter.

Packers at a contract crossroads as LaFleur seeks a five-year deal
sports1 month ago

Packers at a contract crossroads as LaFleur seeks a five-year deal

The Green Bay Packers are deadlocked with head coach Matt LaFleur over contract length, with the team pushing for a shorter extension (1–2 years) and LaFleur seeking about five years. LaFleur may have leverage and market interest if negotiations stall, while team president Ed Policy remains cautious due to the 2025 season results. A resolution is expected soon to inform players, staff, and fans and potentially avoid a broader coaching search.

Mets push Kyle Tucker bid to four-year deal with opt-outs
mets-rumors1 month ago

Mets push Kyle Tucker bid to four-year deal with opt-outs

The Mets reportedly added a fourth year (with opt-outs) to their offer for free-agent outfielder Kyle Tucker, with Steve Cohen involved in the talks, building on a roughly $50 million-per-year three-year offer. Tucker is the Mets’ top target, with Dodgers and Blue Jays also in the mix, and insiders expect a decision soon. At 29, Tucker owns a .272/.358/.507 line with 147 homers and 119 stolen bases in eight seasons and would likely slot in left field for New York.

Bellinger-Yankees Negotiations Stall as Boras Pushes for Big Payday
sports1 month ago

Bellinger-Yankees Negotiations Stall as Boras Pushes for Big Payday

The Yankees and Cody Bellinger appear to be at an impasse in free-agent talks, with New York reportedly offering up to five years at over $30 million per season while Bellinger’s camp, led by Scott Boras, seeks about seven years at roughly $37 million AAV. The market has trended toward five-year deals with players like Schwarber, Alonso, and Bregman, suggesting a longer deal may be unlikely unless leverage shifts (potentially aided by a Kyle Tucker signing). Sides still have suitors and a reunion on reasonable terms could occur, but the current dynamics favor a stalemate for now.

Thousands of NYC Nurses Strike, Testing City Hospitals' Resilience
health1 month ago

Thousands of NYC Nurses Strike, Testing City Hospitals' Resilience

Nearly 15,000 New York City nurses walked off the job Monday in the city’s largest-ever nurses’ strike, affecting major hospitals such as Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian. The union seeks higher pay, more staff, fully funded benefits, and stronger protections against violence. Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported the strike and urged bargaining, while Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency as hospitals prepare for disruptions. Hospitals say they will remain open and have hired thousands of agency nurses to maintain care, with all three Northwell hospitals on Long Island previously reaching agreements to avert a strike.