Today’s minor moves: Atlanta Falcons Placed on reserve/retired list: QB Matt Ryan (story) Kansas City Chiefs Re-signed: LB Jack Cochrane New England Patriots Signed: TE Mitchell Wilcox The Patriots have recently been seeking some depth at tight end, as the team hosted three players at the position last week (per ESPN’s Mike Reiss). The team ultimately opted for the … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 4/23/24
QB Matt Ryan Retires
2023 saw Matt Ryan transition to the broadcast booth, a move which appeared to bring an end to his playing days. The former MVP quarterback remained open to a return to the field last season, but that is no longer the case. Ryan announced his official retirement on Monday (video link). To no surprise, he has done so as a member of the Falcons, the organization with which he … [Read more...] about QB Matt Ryan Retires
NFL Draft Rumors: Falcons, Jaguars, Browns
The Falcons top two sack-getters last year (Calais Campbell and Bud Dupree) are currently free agents. And while free safety Jessie Bates‘ first season in Atlanta went swimmingly with career highs in tackles (132), forced fumbles (3), and interceptions (6), as well as Pro Bowl and second-team All-Pro honors, he seemed to be the only player showing up each Sunday for the … [Read more...] about NFL Draft Rumors: Falcons, Jaguars, Browns
Draft Rumors: 49ers, Corley, Commanders, Bears, Alt, Giants, Eagles, Seahawks, Steelers, Vikings, Lions
No Brandon Aiyuk trade request has emerged yet, separating this situation from the Deebo Samuel saga from 2022. Samuel receiving an extension later that year complicates matters for Aiyuk, who has needed to wait longer to enter extension territory due to being a former first-round pick. As this remains a storyline to monitor ahead of the draft, the 49ers scheduled a notable … [Read more...] about Draft Rumors: 49ers, Corley, Commanders, Bears, Alt, Giants, Eagles, Seahawks, Steelers, Vikings, Lions
More Bill Belichick Fallout: Kraft, Falcons, Eagles, Cowboys, Giants, Commanders
Plenty has emerged in the wake of Bill Belichick going from eight-time Super Bowl champion to unemployed, but as the legendary coach regroups, some additional information about what went down in Atlanta — along with other teams’ coaching searches — has come to light. Connecting some dots based on what has previously come out this offseason, ESPN.com’s Don Van Natta, Seth … [Read more...] about More Bill Belichick Fallout: Kraft, Falcons, Eagles, Cowboys, Giants, Commanders