Darius Slayton attended the New York Giants' voluntary workouts for the first time this spring, participating in the fourth of ten scheduled on-field practices. Slayton, in the final year of a two-year, $12 million contract, has been absent from previous workouts, likely to push for a contract extension. The 27-year-old wide receiver has consistently led the team in receiving yards and can become a free agent at the end of the 2024 season if not extended.
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson is skipping voluntary workouts amid trade limbo, with the team actively seeking a trade for him. Wilson's absence from the offseason program is unusual, indicating potential frustration as the Jets publicly express their willingness to move on from him. The team has signed veteran Tyrod Taylor as a backup, and discussions with other teams regarding a trade for Wilson have been ongoing. The main obstacle appears to be Wilson's 2024 salary and how much of it the Jets are willing to absorb. The situation remains uncertain as the NFL draft approaches.
Dallas Cowboys' receiver CeeDee Lamb is skipping voluntary workouts due to contract negotiations, while edge rusher Micah Parsons is absent to focus on a personalized training program outside the facility, aiming to prepare optimally for the 2024 season. Parsons, a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, has a strong track record and is determined to maintain his performance level.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is not attending the team's voluntary offseason workouts as he awaits a long-term contract extension, potentially becoming the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history. Despite his record-breaking performance last season, Lamb is choosing to hold out for a better deal, risking fines for missing mandatory activities. It remains uncertain how he will approach upcoming team events if not extended, but for now, he remains away from the Cowboys.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is absent from voluntary workouts as he seeks a new contract in the final year of his rookie deal, raising questions about his potential absence from mandatory activities. With quarterback Dak Prescott also in the final year of his contract and linebacker Micah Parsons eligible for an extension, the Cowboys have multiple contract situations to address as they prepare for the upcoming season.
The NFL's voluntary offseason program begins today for 25 teams with returning head coaches, while clubs with new coaches started earlier. The program consists of three phases over nine weeks, with Phase One limited to meetings, conditioning, and rehab, Phase Two including on-field workouts at a walk-through pace, and Phase Three featuring organized team activities. The offseason program is voluntary except for mandatory minicamps in early June, marking the start of the ramp-up period to the 2024 NFL season.
The New England Patriots are set to begin their 2024 offseason workout program, with voluntary workouts kicking off on Monday at Gillette Stadium. The first phase will focus on strength and conditioning, followed by individual and group drills in May, and 7-on-7, 9-on-7, and 11-on-11 drills in late May and June. The team's new head coach, Jerod Mayo, will oversee the program, which will culminate in a mandatory minicamp in mid-June before the start of training camp in late July.
Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon is not worried about the absence of DeAndre Hopkins and Budda Baker during the team's voluntary organized team activities. Both players have been the subject of trade rumors this offseason, and Baker has expressed a desire for a new contract. Gannon stated that he believes Hopkins will fit in well when he returns, and Baker will show up when he wants to. Other players, including Kelvin Beachum and Hjalte Froholdt, were also absent from the workouts.
The Kansas City Chiefs' 2023 roster will begin their voluntary offseason program on Monday, which will last for two weeks and include meetings, strength and conditioning, and physical rehabilitation. The team is expected to have a good turnout due to workout bonuses included in player contracts. The Chiefs' post-draft rookie minicamp is expected to be held May 6-8, followed by three weeks of OTAs and a mandatory minicamp from June 13-15.
Defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence will not attend the start of the New York Giants' voluntary offseason workout program as he seeks a long-term contract extension. The 25-year-old is currently scheduled to play the 2023 season on his fifth-year option, which would pay him $12.4 million. General manager Joe Schoen has begun working on a long-term deal with Lawrence's representatives, but as of now, the two sides have not agreed to terms. Lawrence's eventual deal is expected to be in the same ballpark as recent contracts signed by other top defensive linemen.
Saquon Barkley will not sign the franchise tag and will not attend the New York Giants' voluntary offseason workout program. The deadline for Barkley and his representatives to work out a long-term deal with the Giants is July 17. Skipping the voluntary workouts is a standard ploy by tagged players to increase pressure on their team to reach a long-term deal. The Giants reportedly do not have much interest in signing Barkley to a long-term deal at this point.
