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Holdout

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sports4 months ago

Jauan Jennings Returns to Practice After Injury Recovery

Jauan Jennings ended his holdout and returned to practice after realizing he had no leverage, as the 49ers are not planning to re-sign him and he risks being replaced by cheaper options like Kendrick Bourne. The team is in a strong position with key receivers injured or suspended, but Jennings's decision to return was driven by the potential of being replaced and missing out on future opportunities. Meanwhile, Brandon Aiyuk successfully negotiated his value with the team.

sports5 months ago

Trey Hendrickson Ends Bengals Holdout Amid Contract Dispute

Trey Hendrickson's decision to end his holdout and return to the Bengals was a strategic move, as the team’s firm stance and potential fines made continued absence costly. The Bengals' approach emphasizes power and precedent, making it clear that players must accept team terms or face long-term consequences. Hendrickson's return suggests he recognized the futility of the holdout and the importance of securing a deal before the season starts.

sports5 months ago

Packers' Elgton Jenkins Discusses Position Switch and Contract Status

Elgton Jenkins, a key player for the Green Bay Packers, has returned to practice after a hold-in and missed voluntary workouts, citing family reasons but likely motivated by contract concerns related to his non-guaranteed $20 million salary in 2026, which could be cut by the team to manage cap space. Jenkins is now focused on preparing for the 2025 season, with future contract issues remaining uncertain.

sports5 months ago

Micah Parsons Contract Talks and Cowboys Training Camp Expectations

The article discusses the potential for Micah Parsons to hold out or report to Cowboys training camp without a new contract, highlighting the team's history of contract disputes and the strategic advantages of reporting early to avoid being lowballed. It suggests Parsons should stay away to maximize his earnings, as showing up could lead to a less favorable deal, with predictions that either way, negotiations will continue into the season.

sports2 years ago

Chiefs and Chris Jones Reach 1-Year Contract Agreement

Defensive tackle Chris Jones has ended his holdout by agreeing to a new one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs. The deal includes incentives that could allow him to earn more than his previous $19.5 million salary for this season. Jones, who missed the Chiefs' season opener, is expected to be available for their upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

sports2 years ago

"Raiders Stand Firm: No Plans to Trade Holdout Star RB Josh Jacobs"

The Las Vegas Raiders have no plans to trade star running back Josh Jacobs as he continues his holdout from the team. While previous reports suggested Jacobs would report before Week 1, his status for the season opener remains uncertain. Jacobs has not participated in the Raiders' offseason program since receiving the franchise tag in March. However, he is expected to return and play either on the terms of the franchise tag or a modified one-season salary. Second-year reserve Zamir White has been handling RB1 duties in Jacobs' absence, and coach Josh McDaniels may initially split carries between the two even if Jacobs returns in time for the season opener.

sports2 years ago

"49ers' Nick Bosa Holdout: Shanahan's Expectations Met"

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan stated that Nick Bosa's holdout is going as expected, expressing hope for a resolution sooner rather than later. Shanahan acknowledged that Bosa's absence could impact his preparation for the upcoming season, but expressed confidence in the player's abilities. Bosa, the 2019 No. 2 overall pick, is entering the final year of his rookie contract and led the league in sacks last season.