49ers, Jonathan Baldwin Rework Contract
2014/02/49ers-jonathan-baldwin-rework-contractHaving initially been slated to earn a base salary of about $1.275MM along with a workout bonus of $130K, Baldwin will now receive a minimum base salary of $645K, with $755K available in incentives.
Free Agent Market For Wide Receivers
2014/02/free-agent-market-wide-receiversNFL Network draft guru Mike Mayock suggested this week that the class of wide receivers available in 2014's draft is the best he's seen in years, but many teams in need of receiving help may not have to wait until May to address the position.
Broncos Links: Delmas, Dreessen, Draft
2014/02/broncos-links-delmas-dreesen-draftWhile not every NFL team's head coach and/or general manager will speak to the media at this week's scouting combine, the Broncos' decision-makers will be available to reporters.
NFC East Notes: Riley, Cowboys, Eagles
2014/02/nfc-east-notes-riley-cowboys-eaglesWe also heard that Washington will be seeking at least a second-round pick if the team decides to make Kirk Cousins available via trade.
Mack Has Questions About Browns’ Direction
2014/02/alex-mack-questions-browns-directionIn that case, the 28-year-old figures to be one of the most appealing offensive linemen available.
Draft Notes: Browns, Rams, Manziel, Ravens
2014/02/draft-notes-browns-rams-manziel-ravensAs Jeff Howe of the Boston Herald tweets, Mayock believes there will be quality tackles and cornerbacks available in the third or fourth rounds, perhaps even players who could start for NFL teams.
PFR Originals: 2/10/14 – 2/16/14
2014/02/pfr-originals-21014-21614The Pro Football Rumors iPhone/iPad app is now available on the iTunes store.
NFC North Notes: Raji, Vikings, Harper
2014/02/nfc-north-notes-raji-vikings-harperGoessling adds that, even if the Vikings could not get a top-flight QB with the eighth overall pick, they would be wise to grab Clemson's Sammy Watkins if he's still available.
WR Notes: Holmes, Burleson, Broncos
2014/02/wr-notes-holmes-burleson-broncosHe believes that Watkins is the best receiver available since the 2010 draft, when Julio Jones and A.J.
AFC Notes: Steelers, Patriots, Browns
2014/02/afc-notes-steelers-patriots-brownsHowever, that $8MM would not become available until after June 1, which would limit what the Steelers could do in free agency (either with their own free agents or with those from other clubs).
NFC East Notes: Joseph, Austin, Maclin
2014/02/nfc-east-notes-joseph-austin-maclin-redskinsBashir lists Karlos Dansby as the best available at the position, but believes the younger Donald Butler would be the best fit.
Free Agent Market For Running Backs
2014/02/free-agent-market-running-backsThrow in solid part-timers such as Jonathan Dwyer and Jackie Battle, and return specialists like Leon Washington, and there should be plenty of options available on the free agent market for teams who don't want to use draft picks to fill out their backfields.
Poll: Will Mark Sanchez Find A Starting Job?
2014/02/poll-will-mark-sanchez-find-starting-jobCould Sanchez get back to being a starting QB in the NFL? He may not be the best available candidate on the open market, but there are numerous clubs with openings, including the Jaguars, Texans, Browns, Vikings, Buccaneers, and Raiders.
Lions Notes: Austin, Pettigrew
2014/02/lions-notes-austin-pettigrewIf North Carolina tight end Eric Ebron or Washington tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins were available in the second round, Rothstein said either two would be a sound investment.
AFC South Links: Jaguars, Colts, Mitchell
2014/02/afc-south-links-jaguars-colts-mitchellRegarding Caldwell's indication that the team has an internal consensus of the top five players available, DiRocco believes those players to be Clowney, Teddy Bridgewater, Anthony Barr, Khalil Mack, and one of Johnny Manziel or Blake Bortles.
Extra Points: Roseman, Mack, Ponder
2014/02/extra-points-roseman-mack-ponder"You see there are fewer and fewer of those players available in free agency, so what happens is good players…
Lions Notes: Pettigrew, Draft, Tate
2014/02/lions-notes-pettigrew-draft-tateBy attrition, then, Pettigrew becomes the most attractive tight end available.
NFC East Notes: Redskins, Eagles
2014/02/nfc-east-notes-redskins-eaglesHe writes that if the Steelers keep LaMarr Woodley, then Worilds would most likely be available and could be a great fit for the Eagles across from Connor Barwin.
Jaguars GM Talks Free Agency, Draft, Monroe
2014/02/jaguars-gm-talks-free-agency-draft-monroe"I think it depends on guys who get signed before free agency and we just have to wait and see who’s available," Caldwell said.
Jets Eyeing Jeremy Maclin, Emmanuel Sanders
2014/02/jets-eyeing-jeremy-maclin-emmanuel-sandersAfter missing the 2013 season due to a torn ACL, Maclin figures to come cheaper and may be available on a one-year, make-good deal, which makes him a strong candidate to return to the Eagles, but also could make it easier for the Jets to outbid Philadelphia and other rival suitors.
The New TV Deal And The Salary Cap
2014/02/new-tv-deal-salary-capWhile they talk with Colin Kaepernick about an extension that will certainly pay him like a franchise quarterback, they may be able to keep short-term cap space available for their own free agents.
Thomas Extension Top Priority For Seahawks
2014/02/thomas-extension-top-priority-for-seahawksAn extension for Thomas will take precedence over re-signing cornerback Richard Sherman, with whom the Seahawks may table discussions until more cap room is available.
Decker Will Test Free Agency
2014/02/decker-will-test-free-agencyThe receiver market looks to be relatively barren, and Decker will be the clear top choice available, ahead of players like Julian Edelman, Hakeem Nicks, and Anquan Boldin.
AFC East Notes: Talib, Edelman, Wilkerson
2014/02/afc-east-notes-talib-edelman-wilkersonLike last year, it stands to be a buyer's market in terms of cornerbacks, with other options like Brent Grimes, Alterraun Verner, and Vontae Davis available.
Potential QB Options For Browns
2014/02/browns-quarterback-situationIf the Texans proceed to draft a quarterback first overall, as John McClain of the Houston Chronicle believes (via Twitter), then Matt Schaub would also be an available option for the quarterback starved Browns.