Money, playing time forcing Samuel out in Philadelphia?

With over $9 million due to cornerback Asante Samuel this year and over $11 million next year,  the Eagles are unlikely to pay that money out, especially with their tight cap space number this off-season. Having Samuel’s position locked down pretty well with Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie on one side and Nnamdi Asomugha on the other also hasn’t helped [...]

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Chargers, Garay finalize two year deal

While most of the media attention has been directed towards their division rivals in Denver, the Chargers have quietly put together a nice off-season thus far and that trend continued this afternoon, with the news that defensive tackle Antonio Garay has agreed with the club  on a new two year contract. Garay, 32, is headed into [...]

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Jets send Stanton packing for Indianapolis

Latest Update @ 4:25 pm CST  —  The Jets will send a seventh round pick (via Jacksonville) along with Stanton to the Colts, and will receive a sixth round selection back from Indianapolis (via Philadelphia) in return. 4:06 pm CST  —  A day removed from his public display of frustration, the Jets granted quarterback Drew Stanton his [...]

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Panthers open to trade offers on Stewart?

The Panthers are one team that’s been remarkably quiet this off-season, aside from their signing of running back Mike Tolbert (Chargers), they’ve done little to improve the club via free agency, preferring instead of build through the draft and lock up their own free agents. That may change in the near future, as they seem to [...]

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Broncos, Tamme find accord on three year deal

The exodus of former Colts players west to the Broncos encountered a slight hiccup earlier today, after center Jeff Saturday signed on with Green Bay instead of Denver, but it carried right along after that, as the Broncos reportedly snagged another tight end in Jacob Tamme for quarterback Peyton Manning to work with. NFL Network’s Jason LaCanfora confirmed [...]

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Packers win out in chase for Jeff Saturday

Latest Update @ 1:30 pm CST  —  Saturday’s deal with the Packers has been confirmed by his agent, Ralph Cindrich, and is for two seasons. 12:15 pm CST  – When Peyton Manning finalized a deal to join the Broncos early this week, the general consensus was that his former teammate, center Jeff Saturday, would be following close behind [...]

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NFLNR Casting Call: Writer needed!

NFL News & Rumors is looking for a writer that wants to develop their craft and blog about all the latest NFL news hitting the wire. Over the past three years, we’ve experienced tremendous growth, so we’re in need of a fresh voice to hit the ground running and help deliver the best coverage possible. Here’s [...]

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Broncos add another offensive weapon in Dreessen

With their short term future at quarterback set in Peyton Manning, the Broncos continued their efforts to surround him with as many receiving options as possible, reportedly agreeing to a contract with tight end Joel Dreessen (Texans) this morning. Long time Houston Chronicle beat writer John McClain first broke the news a short while ago via [...]

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Tebow already stumping for starting job in New York?

It should come as no surprise, given the way he played last season and the competitive spirit that drives him, that Tim Tebow would envision himself as the starter at quarterback for the Jets in the near future, and according to several sources, the ability to beat out Mark Sanchez for that role was a major factor in [...]

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Johnson signs two year deal with San Francisco

Having played his college football at the University of San Diego under 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh, it seemed like a foregone conclusion that quarterback Josh Johnson (Buccaneers) would end up signing with San Francisco this off-season. After getting last year’s starter Alex Smith locked up for a reasonable amount, the 49ers made that projection a reality, [...]

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Broncos finish up deal with Porter

Thurs @ 8:20 pm CST  —  The deal is complete according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. 8:15 pm CST  —  With the biggest free agent signing in franchise history complete, the Broncos have turned towards solidifying their depth by signing players from the lower tier of free agents. One of those players is cornerback Tracy Porter (Saints), [...]

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Bengals stay the course with Pacman Jones

It’s been a refreshingly quiet off-season for cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones and throughout all the craziness that’s occurred with the Saints bounty program, Peyton Manning’s decision, and the trade of Tim Tebow to New York, he’s flown under the radar as a free agent until now. According to a multitude of sources, the Bengals have resigned Jones, bringing [...]

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Should Vilma be banned for life? Chris Kluwe thinks so

Throughout the entire BountyGate saga, Vikings punter Chris Kluwe has been one of the loudest voices of criticism levied towards New Orleans, vigorously attacking anyone supporting the Saints use of money to incentivize injuries to opponents. Kluwe took to the airwaves in the Twin Cities this afternoon to discuss the punishments handed down by NFL commissioner [...]

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Bush headed to Chicago; Barber on his way out?

Thurs @ 1:05 pm CST  —  You can count Forte among those who aren’t enamored with the addition of Bush to the fold. Here’s what he posted on his Twitter timeline a short while ago: “There’s only so many times a man that has done everything he’s been asked to do can be disrespected! Guess the [...]

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Colts interested in signing Lawson?

With seemingly every big name starter, aside from wide receiver Reggie Wayne, gone from the team this off-season, the Colts have had to start from scratch with their roster, signing players that fit better with new head coach Chuck Pagano’s 3-4 defensive scheme. One potential option that is gaining steam is hybrid linebacker Manny Lawson, who [...]

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Jets finally land Tebow in trade with Denver

It took a little longer than expected, but in the end, the Jets persistence paid off as they were able to complete a deal with the Broncos to acquire quarterback Tim Tebow and a seventh round pick, in exchange for New York’s fourth and sixth round selections. The Jets will also pay $2.5 million towards [...]

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Bills lock up Anderson with four year agreement

A week removed from their blockbuster signing of defensive end Mario Williams, the Bills continued their defensive line overhaul, reportedly agreeing to a four year contract with defensive end Mark Anderson (Patriots). There’s no word yet on the exact financials for the deal, but it should be reasonable given Anderson’s average level of production. Anderson, 28, spent [...]

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Saints get Bunkley at five years, $25 million

Fresh off the devastating news that head coach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis would be suspended for an entire season and 8 games respectively, the Saints needed something good to come across to salvage their off-season. They got that in the form of defensive tackle Broderick Bunkley (Broncos), who agreed to a five year, $25 million deal with [...]

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NFL hands down suspensions for Saints bounty program

Wed @ 12:35 pm CST  —  In announcing his decision on the punishment for the Saints bounty program, Goodell released a statement making it clear that the case called for a swift and severe reaction by the league to curtail any such program happening in the future. “We are all accountable and responsible for player [...]

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Jets in danger of losing Tebow to Jaguars?

Wed @ 7:30 pm CST –  In an unprecedented move, the Broncos are allowing Tebow to pick between the two teams currently vying for his services, New York and Jacksonville, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. 7:25 pm CST  –  Just when you thought the day couldn’t get any crazier, it looks like the Jets may not [...]

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