All articles tagged with #nfl offseason
Kansas City's move to restructure Patrick Mahomes' contract frees cap space in the near term but shifts most of the bill to future years, prompting concerns it may hinder roster building and could lead to further restructures or moves as the Chiefs navigate the offseason and a potential rebuild around Mahomes.
With the NFL’s franchise-tag window opening in March, Bleacher Nation explains how the Franchise Tag and the Transition Tag work, the cost of tagging (including the single-tag rule and how tag values rise with repeats), and the March 3 deadline. The piece also outlines league-wide tag candidates to monitor and notes that Chicago isn’t expected to use a franchise tag this offseason, though other teams’ moves could influence the Bears’ strategy.
As the NFL offseason heats up, Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones publicly urged Tyreek Hill to return to Kansas City, while trade talk and cap concerns loom for KC, including debates over potential moves like trading cornerback Trent McDuffie and other roster adjustments amid Hill’s health and Miami release news.
The NFL franchise tag window opens February 17, with Kenneth Walker III expected to be among the marquee candidates as teams decide which players to lock down before free agency. The piece explains how the tag blocks a top player from long-term free agency, notes last year’s only two tags as a benchmark, and surveys other potential targets like George Pickens, Kyle Pitts, Jaelan Phillips and Trey Hendrickson, highlighting the ongoing question of whether a running back like Walker is worth a big cap hit in a constrained market.
The Philadelphia Eagles announced 12 players signed to reserve/future contracts to begin building the 2026 roster. The group includes Andre' Sam, E.J. Jenkins, John Ojukwu, Carson Steele, Chance Campbell, Tariq Castro-Fields, Danny Gray, Gabe Hall, Brandon Johnson, Jake Majors, Hollin Pierce and Quez Watkins; all were not on the active roster at season’s end (primarily from the practice squad or undrafted/free-agent signings).
The NFL sees a high turnover of head coaches each year, with many teams firing coaches to appease fans and attempt quick fixes, though deeper organizational issues often persist, except in Cleveland where the owner claims the team is not dysfunctional.
Terry McLaurin, a star receiver for the Washington Commanders, has requested a trade amid contract negotiations. Several potential trade options are discussed, including proposals from the Patriots, 49ers, Chargers, Steelers, and Bills, but the Commanders are likely to keep him due to his importance to the team and limited depth at receiver. A deal is expected to be finalized despite the ongoing contract dispute.
The Denver Broncos' 2025 training camp begins in July with notable roster additions like Dre Greenlaw and Talanoa Hufanga, a focus on quarterback Christian Gonzales' second year, and a competitive backfield battle following Javonte Williams' departure. The team aims to build on last season's postseason appearance, with key dates and preseason games scheduled in August.
A former teammate predicts that Jalen Ramsey will transition to an All-Pro safety in his first season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, potentially strengthening their secondary, though such a move is uncommon and challenging for players.
The article highlights five NFL teams—the Bears, Ravens, Patriots, Commanders, and Raiders—that made significant offseason moves, with expectations that these improvements could translate into successful 2025 seasons, including playoff runs and potential Super Bowl appearances.
The article advises not to overreact to certain NFL offseason storylines such as the Cleveland quarterback competition, Travis Hunter's practice time, Stefon Diggs' activities, C.J. Stroud's participation, and Aaron Rodgers' arrival, while highlighting concerns about Anthony Richardson's injury and contract disputes involving pass rushers like T.J. Watt and Trey Hendrickson.
The Seattle Seahawks moved their mandatory minicamp to this week to give veterans extra summer break, praising the team's effort and energy during OTAs and minicamp, with key updates on player health, offensive line rotations, and strong defensive performances.
The Dallas Cowboys are preparing for their 2025 minicamp with a focus on culture change and team development, highlighted by a supportive message from new head coach Schottenheimer to star linebacker Micah Parsons, who is navigating contract talks but plans to participate fully in training camp.
Brian Batko discusses the uncertainty surrounding Aaron Rodgers' decision timeline, the Steelers' offensive line prospects, the absence of diva receivers, the history of the Steelers' uniforms, and a memorable but underappreciated catch by Martavis Bryant, highlighting ongoing team developments and historical insights.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are surprising many in the NFL by indefinitely waiting for quarterback Aaron Rodgers to decide on joining the team, despite concerns about their standards and the impact on team chemistry, with league insiders and former players expressing astonishment at their approach.