Tom Brady deal could make Bucs relevant; ticket demand spikesVideo
TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter free agency with expectations of signing Tom Brady and bolstering a defense that will be one of the keys to helping the six-time Super Bowl champion quarterback be successful with his new team. There has been no official announcement on Brady joining...
Michael Irvin says Bill O’Brien compared DeAndre Hopkins to Aaron HernandezVideo
The Houston Texans agreed to a trade Monday that will send star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and a draft pick to the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for running back David Johnson and two more draft picks. It’s a move that raised plenty of eyebrows. Why would the Texans deal a...
Kevin Gorman: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay? Another 6th-round QB sees a good fit
With Tom Brady likely headed to Tampa Bay, I found the perfect person to relate to what it’s like to be a former sixth-round pick who played quarterback for the Buccaneers. Where Brady was the 199th pick of the 2000 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots, Bruce Gradkowski was...
Jaguars agree to trade QB Nick Foles to BearsVideo
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Multiple reports said the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to send quarterback Nick Foles to the Chicago Bears for a compensatory fourth-round draft pick. The Jaguars are dumping Foles a little more than a year after giving the 2018 Super Bowl MVP a four-year, $88 million contract that included...
First Call: Laughing at Tom Brady leaving; Bengals big signing; bad NHL schedule idea
In “First Call” Wednesday, people are laughing at New England’s pain. The NHL player proposal to restart the season stinks. And Marc-Andre Fleury looks like he is in the weeds of a quarantine. Now it is our turn No one is making this easy on New England. Legendary quarterback Tom...
Tom Brady joins list of sports’ biggest stars leaving longtime homesVideo
Tom Brady’s departure from the New England Patriots brings an end to one of the NFL’s most memorable eras. It also means fans should prepare for the sight of Brady in another uniform, reportedly the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’. But that’s happened plenty of times before in sports — a legendary...
Reports: Tom Brady agrees to sign with BuccaneersVideo
If the Los Angeles Chargers made a push for Tom Brady, they again were foiled by the quarterback. Brady opted to end his brief foray into free agency by reportedly agreeing to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport and ESPN reported Brady has reached an agreement...
Raiders, Jason Witten reportedly agree on 1-year contractVideo
A person familiar with the deal said veteran tight end Jason Witten has agreed to a one-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal can’t be signed until the league year starts Wednesday. ESPN reported it could be worth up to...
QB Philip Rivers agrees to $25 million deal with ColtsVideo
INDIANAPOLIS — Philip Rivers spent more than a decade picking apart the Indianapolis Colts and irritating their fans. On Wednesday, he’ll become their new quarterback. The longtime Chargers star agreed to a one-year contract with Indy on Tuesday, according to a person who spoke to the Associated Press on condition...
Where will Tom Brady land? Buccaneers have best odds of these 6 teamsVideo
Tom Brady made it clear to the world Tuesday that he’s leaving New England after two decades, three league MVPs and six Super Bowl rings. Left unsaid: where he’s headed. What team wouldn’t want the four-time Super Bowl MVP? Only one will get arguably the best quarterback in NFL history,...
Panthers: Cam Newton can seek trade; QB says didn’t request itVideo
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Panthers are parting ways with Cam Newton. Carolina general manager Marty Hurney said Tuesday via Twitter the team is giving the 31-year-old quarterback permission to seek a trade, although the former league MVP responded by saying he never requested one. “Every year difficult decisions are made,...
AP source: Saints, Brees agree on 2-year, $50 million deal
NEW ORLEANS — The Saints and record-setting quarterback Drew Brees have agreed on a two-year, $50 million contract, a person familiar with the situation said. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Tuesday because the deal has not been announced. Brees has said repeatedly that...
Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft react Tom Brady’s farewell from the Patriots
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady has posted on social media that he is leaving the New England Patriots after 20 seasons and six Super Bowl titles. Here’s what Patriots coach Bill Belichick and owner Robert Kraft said Tuesday in statement released by the team: Coach Bill Belichick “Tom was not...
Tom Brady tweets goodbye message to Patriots
It’s not clear where New England Patriots legend Tom Brady is going to play football next season. But it is becoming clear that it will no longer be in New England. Brady posted what appears to be two good-bye tweets to the Patriots organization and fans Tuesday morning. FOREVER A...
First Call: NFL players mock former Penn State coach Bill O’Brien for DeAndre Hopkins trade
Monday was full of major NFL moves on the first day of free agency. Here’s a look at some of the ones that happened late at night that you may have missed. And if you did, I don’t blame you. Based on all the coronavirus news, I would’ve hidden under...
Raiders, QB Marcus Mariota agree to dealVideo
ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Las Vegas Raiders agreed on a contract with free agent quarterback Marcus Mariota to provide an experienced backup behind starter Derek Carr. A person familiar with the negotiations said Monday the Raiders reached a deal with Mariota, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 draft....
Falcons cut veterans Devonte Freeman, Desmond Trufant to clear cap spaceVideo
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons will dramatically boost their financial flexibility by releasing two former Pro Bowl players, running back Devonta Freeman and cornerback Desmond Trufant, plus two more veterans. The Falcons announced Monday the release of offensive tackle Ty Sambrailo and tight end Luke Stocker. The team is finalizing...
Kirk Cousins, Vikings agree to 2-year, $66M extensionVideo
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings and Kirk Cousins agreed Monday to a two-year, $66 million contract extension, giving the quarterback another eight-figure influx of guaranteed money and providing the team immediate salary-cap relief. Cousins was entering the final season of the fully guaranteed, three-year, $84 million contract he signed as...
Bengals use franchise tag on A.J. Green over his objectionVideo
CINCINNATI — The Bengals used their franchise tag on A.J. Green on Monday, giving them time to try to work out a long-term deal with the seven-time Pro Bowler who is one of the most accomplished receivers in franchise history and would be a vital asset for breaking in a...
Titans use franchise tag on NFL rushing leader Derrick HenryVideo
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans tagged Derrick Henry as their franchise player, making sure they keep the NFL rushing leader around for at least this season. The Titans on Monday used the nonexclusive franchise tag on Henry. That means Henry still can receive offers from other teams, with the...
Cardinals get WR DeAndre Hopkins from Texans for RB David JohnsonVideo
The Arizona Cardinals have added one of the NFL’s top receivers to join an intriguing young team that’s trying to make a move in the NFC West. The Cardinals acquired three-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins in a trade that will send running back David Johnson and draft picks to the...
Browns near deal with TE Austin Hooper, place tender on Kareem HuntVideo
CLEVELAND — The Browns gave Kareem Hunt a second chance, and now they’re willing to dangle him. Cleveland opened a unique and unprecedented free agency period Monday by placing a second-round tender on Kareem Hunt, the troubled running back who played eight games last season after returning from an NFL...
Cowboys put franchise tag on Dak Prescott, clock ticks on deal with Cooper
The Dallas Cowboys have placed their exclusive franchise tag on quarterback Dak Prescott, securing the rights to their star quarterback for an estimated $31.5 million while the sides continue working on a long-term deal. The Cowboys announced the decision on their website about an hour before the deadline for teams...
First Call: Coronavirus crisis may keep Raiders in Oakland; Tom Brady’s options narrowing; Xavier Johnson staying at Pitt
In “First Call” for Monday, we defend the NFL’s decision to move forward with the start of its league year. Coronavirus may impact the Raiders’ ability to move to Las Vegas on time. And potential landing spots for Tom Brady are disappearing. Look a little deeper The NFL took heat...
Tim Benz: Players, teams that could suffer most under coronavirus sports shutdown
The coronavirus sports shutdown may be worse than originally thought. On Sunday, the Centers for Disease Control recommended “that for the next 8 weeks, organizers … cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 50 people or more throughout the United States.” That means sports. All of ‘em. The NCAA...
