About a month ago, it was announced that New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr was dealing with an injury that put his 2025 availability in jeopardy. With a labral tear and rotator cuff damage, Carr made the decision to step away from the football field. The Saints made contingency plans for this situation as the team drafted Tyler Shough in the second round of the NFL Draft last month and the rookie should be the most likely candidate to start for the Saints this upcoming season. Check out what the Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.
AFC EAST:
New England Patriots (viaPats Pulpit)
Patriots’ Terrell Williams gives update after ‘eye-opening medical scare’ - Pats Pulpit
Inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr has taken over Williams’ role for the time being.
New York Jets (viaGang Green Nation)
What’s Next for the Jets? A Deep Dive Into the 2025 Rookie Class and Their Assignments - Gang Green Nation
Here’s what to expect in year one.
Buffalo Bills (viaBuffalo Rumblings)
Should the Buffalo Bills reunite with former wide receiver Gabe Davis? - Buffalo Rumblings
Plus, despite his request for a new contract, Buffalo GM Brandon Beane expects RB James Cook to play this year.
AFC NORTH:
Baltimore Ravens (viaBaltimore Beatdown)
Report: Tyus Bowser withdraws $4.5 million grievance against Ravens - Baltimore Beatdown
The former 2017 second-round pick for the Baltimore Ravens filed a grievance against the team in March 2023. Now, he’s withdrawn it.
Pittsburgh Steelers (viaBehind the Steel Curtain)
George Pickens puts Steelers on blast on his way out of Pittsburgh - Behind the Steel Curtain
The former Steelers didn’t hold back with his thoughts
Cincinnati Bengals (viaCincy Jungle)
Trey Hendrickson has “no interest” in playing for Bengals under current contract, per report - Cincy Jungle
The contract standoff between the Bengals and Trey Hendrickson does not appear to be ending anytime soon...
Cleveland Browns (viaDawgs By Nature)
Saints Derek Carr’s retirement could impact Browns QB room, rumors likely - Dawgs By Nature
The Saints may have a motive to begin calling the Browns about a veteran QB.
AFC SOUTH:
Houston Texans (viaBattle Red Blog)
Houston Texans wide receiver group is stacked! - Battle Red Blog
Where have we heard that before?
Tennessee Titans (viaMusic City Miracles)
How many Titans rookies will start in 2025? - Music City Miracles
How many Tennessee Titans rookie draft picks will start right away?
Jacksonville Jaguars (viaBig Cat Country)
Jaguars Rookie Minicamp: Day 2 takeaways: Travis Hunter looks the part - Big Cat Country
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen spoke with the media following Day 2 of Rookie Minicamp at the Miller Electric practice fields. Here are a few takeaways from practice and Coen's media availability.
Indianapolis Colts (viaStampede Blue)
DeForest Buckner wanted to see change and is getting just that from the Colts - Stampede Blue
The big man had big wishes and is seeing them put in play.
AFC WEST:
Denver Broncos (viaMile High Report)
Pat Bryant ready to seize opportunity with the Denver Broncos - Mile High Report
After an impressive collegiate career at Illinois, third-round pick Pat Bryant is ready to showcase his talents in the National Football League with the Denver Broncos.
Los Angeles Chargers (viaBolts from the Blue)
Chargers Post-Draft Intel: Joe Hortiz, Bolts like their young WR nucleus - Bolts From The Blue
Per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, don’t expect the Chargers to make any notable moves with their receiver room going forward into the offseason.
Las Vegas Raiders (viaSilver and Black Pride)
Raiders 2025: Patrick Conroy may revive fullback position - Silver And Black Pride
Undrafted free agent Patrick Conroy may fill void and bring back the traditional fullback role for Las Vegas Raiders
Kansas City Chiefs (viaArrowhead Pride)
Chiefs Roster: Will the team have a top passing trio in 2025? - Arrowhead Pride
A new ranking says the Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice will be one of the league’s top passing trios this season.
NFC EAST:
New York Giants (viaBig Blue View)
When should Jaxson Dart start? When will he start? - Big Blue View
NFL teams typically don’t wait long to get their guy on the field, for better or worse
Philadelphia Eagles (viaBleeding Green Nation)
For the Eagles to repeat, they first must fix the Nick Sirianni problem - Bleeding Green Nation
It’s time for Philadelphia to pay their Super Bowl-winning head coach.
Dallas Cowboys (viaBlogging the Boys)
Dallas Cowboys have used all elements of roster building this offseason - Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys oft-criticized front office have put on a clinic this offseason.
Washington Commanders (viaHogs Haven)
Washington’s wide receivers offer plenty of talent and versatility - Hogs Haven
Washington made some big moves to improve their wide receiver room this offseason by adding veteran Deebo Samuel in a trade with the 49ers, and drafting rookie speedster Jaylin Lane from Virginia...
NFC NORTH:
Green Bay Packers (viaAcme Packing Company)
Packers’ numbers on 1st-and-10 show Matt LaFleur’s over-reliance on the run - Acme Packing Company
LaFleur was one of the most run-heavy playcallers in the NFL last season, and the team’s results on first downs suggest that it’s not an optimal approach.
Detroit Lions (viaPride of Detroit)
Lions rookie minicamp: Tate Ratledge getting early center looks - Pride Of Detroit
Detroit Lions second-round pick Tate Ratledge is already getting significant looks at center.
Chicago Bears (viaWindy City Gridiron)
Bears rookie Luther Burden III is a ‘candidate’ to return kicks and punts - Windy City Gridiron
The Chicago Bears added a few veteran candidates to help in the return games this offseason, but when special teams coach Richard Hightower was asked about rookie Luther Burden III, he said he...
Minnesota Vikings (viaDaily Norseman)
Ranking the Heartbreaks - Daily Norseman
To Err is Human. Ask a Vikings Fan.
NFC SOUTH:
New Orleans Saints (viaCanal Street Chronicles)
BREAKING: Saints QB Derek Carr announces his retirement from the NFL - Canal Street Chronicles
Due to a shoulder injury sustained last season, Carr is stepping away from the NFL.
Atlanta Falcons (viaThe Falcoholic)
Friday Falconry: Will Michael Penix soar in 2025? - The Falcoholic
This team’s fortunes depend a great deal on the second-year quarterback.
Carolina Panthers (viaCat Scratch Reader)
Top Panthers Targets Remaining in Free Agency - Cat Scratch Reader
After clearing cap space, where will that money go?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (viaBucs Nation)
Tom Brady praises Mike Evans and Chris Godwin as "motivators" - Bucs Nation
What motivates Tom Brady? His teammates.
NFC WEST:
San Francisco 49ers (viaNiners Nation)
49ers Quarterback: Fox analyst predicts Brock Purdy as top-5 for 2025 - Niners Nation
Mark Schlereth says Purdy’s not just a system guy—and with fewer weapons, a top-five season might prove it.
Arizona Cardinals (viaRevenge of the Birds)
Opportunity knocks for Cardinals’ 2025 rookie class - Revenge of the Birds
There’s a chance that all of the Cardinals’ 7 draftees can make an immediate impact for the team
Seattle Seahawks (viaField Gulls)
Seattle Seahawks ticket department makes big moves to improve home field advantage - Field Gulls
No more red at Lumen Field, hopefully!
Los Angeles Rams (viaTurf Show Times)
Rams should consider James Bradberry over Jalen Ramsey - Turf Show Times
James Bradberry could be another Tre’Davious White, or the cheap savior that L.A.’s secondary needs