The headlines from the past week at PFR:
Key News:
- The Chargers signed quarterback Philip Rivers to a four-year, $84MM extension that will keep him in San Diego through 2019.
- Receiver T.Y. Hilton agreed to a five-year, $65MM extension with the Colts.
- The Buccaneers and linebacker Lavonte David reached agreement on a five-year extension worth $50.25MM.
- Jets quarterback Geno Smith is out eight-to-ten weeks after linebacker IK Enemkpali broke his jaw during an altercation. Enemkpali was immediately waived, and subsequently claimed by the Bills.
- Ravens receiver Steve Smith announced that he will retire following the 2015 season.
Injuries:
- Bears – Kevin White, WR (link)
- Bills – Jarius Wynn, DE (link)
- Eagles – JaCorey Shepherd, CB (link)
- Rams – E.J. Gaines, CB (link)
- Steelers – Shaun Suisham, K (link)
- Vikings – Phil Loadholt, T (link)
- Washington – Niles Paul, TE (link) and Logan Paulsen, TE (link)
Signed:
- Buccaneers – Tony McDaniel, DE (link)
- Eagles – Deontae Skinner, LB (link)
- Patriots – Ryan Lindley, QB (link)
- Steelers – Garrett Hartley, K (link) and David Nelson, WR (link)
Released:
- Patriots – Matt Flynn, QB (link)
Trade:
- Patriots – acquired G Ryan Groy from the Bears in exchange for LB Matthew Wells (link)
Suspended:
- Cardinals – Bobby Massie, T: thee games (substance abuse)