The San Francisco 49ers are trading running back Jordan Mason to the Minnesota Vikings, according...

The San Francisco 49ers are trading running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174345" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174345">Jordan Mason</a> to the Minnesota Vikings, according to NFL Network's <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1901075870359367763">Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero</a>. Minnesota is also signing Mason to a two-year contract worth up to $12 million with over $7 million guaranteed, Rapoport and Pelissero add. The Vikings are sending San Francisco a 2026 sixth-round pick and a 2025 fifth-rounder, while Minnesota will receive a 2025 sixth-round pick.Mason stepped into the starting running back role for a portion of last season due to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85079" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85079">Christian McCaffrey's</a> Achilles injury. He suited up in 12 contests, rushing for 789 yards on 153 attempts for an average of 5.2 yards per carry.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Vikings re-signed their 2024 leading rusher, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74334" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74334">Aaron Jones</a>, to a two-year, $20-million contract last week. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174249" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174249">Ty Chandler</a>, who ran for 182 yards last year, is also under contract for the 2025 campaign.After returning from his Achilles injury, McCaffrey found himself on injured reserve in early December due to a knee injury and missed the remainder of the year. He's expected to recover for the upcoming season. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199986" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199986">Isaac Guerendo</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/110586" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/110586">Patrick Taylor Jr.</a> are also on San Francisco's depth chart at running back.Mason entered the league in 2022 as an undrafted free agent out of Georgia Tech.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 27: Jordan Mason #24 of the San Francisco runs during an NFL Football game against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi's Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

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Report: Vikings acquire Mason from 49ers

The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster to a one-year deal, a sou...

The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87570" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87570">JuJu Smith-Schuster</a> to a one-year deal, a source told <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1901003149210419504">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.Smith-Schuster suited up for 14 games for the Chiefs last season, totaling 18 receptions for 231 yards and two touchdowns while playing 46% of the team's offensive snaps.The 28-year-old played for Kansas City for one season in 2022 but spent the following campaign with the New England Patriots before returning to the Chiefs.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Kansas City hasn't made any outside additions to their wide receiver room so far this offseason. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Smith-Schuster in the second round of the 2017 draft. He has 5,279 receiving yards and 32 touchdowns in 104 career contests.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 09: JuJu Smith-Schuster #9 of the Kansas City Chiefs warms up prior to Super Bowl LIX against the Philadelphia Eagles at Caesars Superdome on February 9, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Report: Smith-Schuster re-signing with Chiefs on 1-year deal

Veteran defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence didn't hold back when addressing why he left the Dallas C...

Veteran defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/60919" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/60919">DeMarcus Lawrence</a> didn't hold back when addressing why he left the Dallas Cowboys to join the Seattle Seahawks this offseason, and his comments drew the attention of a former teammate."Change of scenery is always good," Lawrence said about moving to Seattle on Thursday in a YouTube interview with reporter <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/-Rj9l9p4B40">Brian Nemhauser</a>. "Dallas is my home, I made it my home. My family lives there, and I'm forever going to be there. But I know for sure I'm not going to win the Super Bowl there."Dallas star pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667">Micah Parsons</a> reacted to Lawrence's comments on social media. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"This what rejection and envy look like! This some clown shit!" <a href="https://x.com/MicahhParsons11/status/1900349953030955479">Parsons posted on X</a>. Lawrence then replied to Parsons' post."Calling me a clown won't change the fact that I told the truth. Maybe if you spent less time tweeting and more time winning, I wouldn't have left," <a href="https://x.com/TankLawrence/status/1900361601301250526">Lawrence said</a>. The Cowboys drafted Lawrence in the second round in 2014, and he recorded 61.5 sacks across 141 games in 11 seasons with the team. The 32-year-old became a free agent this offseason and signed a three-year, $42-million contract with the Seahawks on Wednesday.Lawrence has earned four Pro Bowl berths in his career, but an injury limited him to only four games in 2024."Being able to experience that last year and go through the season of recovery, I definitely feel like it was good for me," the veteran pass-rusher said. "It helped me re-evaluate my body and gave me another opportunity to get back on the field this year."Lawrence added: "I still have a lot left in the tank."The Cowboys have had regular-season success in recent years, posting three 12-win campaigns from 2021-23. However, Dallas hasn't advanced past the divisional round since its Super Bowl run during the 1995 season. The club has been one-and-done in the playoffs in eight of its last 11 postseason appearances.Dallas hired Brian Schottenheimer to replace Mike McCarthy as head coach in 2025 after posting a 7-10 record last year.Schottenheimer's outfit hasn't made any splashes in free agency so far but added four former first-round picks in defensive linemen <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161663" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161663">Payton Turner</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85086" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85086">Solomon Thomas</a>, linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/114858" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/114858">Kenneth Murray</a>, and cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173981" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173981">Kaiir Elam</a>.

ARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 22: DeMarcus Lawrence #90 of the Dallas Cowboys leads a huddle prior to an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens at AT&T Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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The San Francisco 49ers are signing quarterback Mac Jones to a two-year, $7-million deal, a sourc...

The San Francisco 49ers are signing quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161650" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161650">Mac Jones</a> to a two-year, $7-million deal, a source told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1900001328664887496">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.The contract has a maximum value of $11.5 million with incentives, and $5 million guaranteed, Rapoport added.Jones was traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars last season after the New England Patriots selected him in the first round of the 2021 draft. San Francisco made an offer to the Patriots last offseason but couldn't get a deal done, per <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1900001889007124627">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 26-year-old played in 10 games with seven starts in 2024, totaling 1,672 passing yards with eight touchdowns and eight interceptions. Jones was Jacksonville's primary quarterback after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161653" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161653">Trevor Lawrence</a>'s season-ending injury.Jones wanted an opportunity to play under 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan, according to <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1900001929897574802">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>. The Alabama product will likely back up <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174189" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174189">Brock Purdy</a>, who is in line for a contract extension this offseason.

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 05: Mac Jones #10 of the Jacksonville Jaguars celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the first quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Report: 49ers signing Jones to 2-year, $7M deal

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith agreed to return to the franchise for a 14th season with ...

Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith agreed to return to the franchise for a 14th season with the team, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1899986239136104683">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero</a>.Smith is reportedly signing a one-year, $10.25-million deal that can reach $14 million with incentives.The 36-year-old suited up in 16 regular-season games last year and totalled 87 tackles, 10 passes defended, and three interceptions while playing in 95% of the defensive snaps.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Smith has been with the Vikings since they selected him in the first round of the 2012 draft. He's the franchise leader in tackles (822) and interceptions (37).The Notre Dame product has earned six Pro Bowl nominations and one first-team All-Pro nod during his NFL career.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 13: Harrison Smith #22 of the Minnesota Vikings on the sideline before the NFC Wild Card Playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium on January 13, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

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Report: Harrison Smith returning to Vikings for 14th season 

The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding veteran cornerback Darius Slay on a one-year contract worth $1...

The Pittsburgh Steelers are adding veteran cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/53740" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/53740">Darius Slay</a> on a one-year contract worth $10 million, according to <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1899922683657142407">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.The full $10 million is guaranteed, Schefter reports. The Philadelphia Eagles officially released Slay when the new league year began Wednesday.Slay had played for the Eagles since they traded multiple draft picks for him in 2020. He spent the previous seven years of his career with the Detroit Lions.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 34-year-old started 14 games last year, racking up 13 passes defended while allowing 533 yards and four touchdowns in coverage, according to <a href="https://premium.pff.com/nfl/players/2024/REGPO/darius-slay/7817/defense">PFF</a>. He also recorded five passes defended and one interception during the Eagles' Super Bowl run. Slay will likely slot in as a starting outside cornerback opposite <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188147" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188147">Joey Porter Jr</a>. The Steelers ranked 23rd in passing yards allowed in 2024. Slay, a six-time Pro Bowler, has 160 passes defended and 28 interceptions in 177 career games.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - FEBRUARY 9: Darius Slay Jr. #2 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts with the Vince Lombardi Trophy following Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Report: Slay heading to Steelers on 1-year, $10M pact

The Minnesota Vikings are signing defensive tackle Javon Hargrave to a two-year, $30-million deal...

The Minnesota Vikings are signing defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/68677" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/68677">Javon Hargrave</a> to a two-year, $30-million deal, according to <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1899914524607865265">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3239269" href="https://thescore.com/news/3239269">Reports</a> Tuesday indicated the two sides were closing in on a contract. The 49ers recently released Hargrave after two seasons.San Francisco signed Hargrave to a four-year, $84-million deal in 2023. He was with the Philadelphia Eagles for three years before landing with the 49ers. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hargrave is coming off a torn triceps injury that forced him to miss 14 games last campaign. His best season came in 2022 with Philadelphia, where he racked up 60 tackles and 11 sacks.Minnesota has been active this offseason, signing guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/162001" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/162001">Will Fries</a>, cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/112288" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/112288">Isaiah Rodgers</a>, and defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/78271" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/78271">Jonathan Allen</a>. It also retained <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/109426" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/109426">Byron Murphy</a> on a lucrative deal.Hargrave, 32, has 55 tackles for loss and 45 sacks in 130 career games.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 22: Javon Hargrave #98 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after sacking quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Inglewood, California.

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The San Francisco 49ers are signing wide receiver Demarcus Robinson to a two-year, $9.5-million d...

The San Francisco 49ers are signing wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/71461" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/71461">Demarcus Robinson</a> to a two-year, $9.5-million deal, a source told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1899620712089780495">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.The contract includes $6 million fully guaranteed, Rapoport adds.Robinson has spent the last two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams. He set career highs in receiving yards (505) and touchdowns (7) in 17 games in 2024.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Robinson joins a 49ers wide receiver room that recently lost <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87611" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87611">Deebo Samuel</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/125339" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/125339">Brandon Aiyuk</a>, who signed a lucrative long-term extension last summer, will return next season after suffering a torn ACL in late October. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94099" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94099">Jauan Jennings</a> and 2024 first-round pick <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199752" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199752">Ricky Pearsall</a> are also on the roster for the 2025 campaign.The 30-year-old Robinson has 3,013 receiving yards and 27 touchdowns in 147 career contests.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 19: Demarcus Robinson #15 of the Los Angeles Rams warms up on the field prior to the NFC Divisional Playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on January 19, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The Atlanta Falcons are signing pass-rusher Leonard Floyd to a one-year, $10-million deal, source...

The Atlanta Falcons are signing pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72905" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72905">Leonard Floyd</a> to a one-year, $10-million deal, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1899561699557904778">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.Floyd was <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3239474" href="https://thescore.com/news/3239474">released</a> by the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday after he signed a two-year contract last offseason. The Falcons will be Floyd's fourth team in as many campaigns - he also spent time with the Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams.The 32-year-old played in all 17 games last season, totaling 42 tackles and 8.5 sacks. He's racked up at least 8.5 sacks in each of the last five campaigns.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Atlanta has struggled to get pressure on the quarterback in recent years. They haven't ranked inside the top 20 in sacks since 2017.The Chicago Bears selected Floyd in the first round of the 2016 draft. He has 66.5 sacks in 138 career contests.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 8: Defensive end Leonard Floyd #56 of the San Francisco 49ers rushes the passer during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, at Levi's Stadium on December 8, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

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Report: Floyd to sign with Falcons on 1-year, $10M deal after 49ers release

The Los Angeles Chargers are signing running back Najee Harris to a one-year deal worth up to $9....

The Los Angeles Chargers are signing running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161659" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161659">Najee Harris</a> to a one-year deal worth up to $9.5 million, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1899268286908440772">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Harris spent the first four years of his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers after entering the league as a first-round pick in 2021.The 27-year-old has rushed for 1,000-plus yards every season but has never averaged more than 4.1 yards a carry. He suited up in all 17 games for Pittsburgh last campaign, racking up 1,043 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 263 attempts.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Los Angeles recently released <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/73959" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/73959">Gus Edwards</a>, and their 2024 leading rusher, J.K. Dobbins, is an unrestricted free agent. The Chargers ranked 27th in rushing success rate last season, according to <a href="https://rbsdm.com/stats/stats/">Ben Baldwin's database</a>.The Steelers reportedly placed a second-round restricted tender on Jaylen Warren, keeping him under contract at $5.3 million for the 2025 season. Other running backs on Pittsburgh's roster include <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/63658" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/63658">Cordarrelle Patterson</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174774" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174774">Aaron Shampklin</a>.Harris has 4,312 rushing yards and 28 touchdowns in 68 career contests.

BALTIMORE, MD - JANUARY 11: Najee Harris #22 of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs across the field during an NFL football wild card playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on January 11, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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Report: Chargers signing Harris to 1-year deal worth up to $9.5M

The Carolina Panthers are signing defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton to a three-year deal worth ov...

The Carolina Panthers are signing defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/149406" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/149406">Tershawn Wharton</a> to a three-year deal worth over $45 million, according to <a href="https://x.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1899231549549314379">NFL Network's Mike Garafolo</a>.Wharton can also earn up to $9 million in incentives, Garafolo adds. He's been with Kansas City since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2020.The 26-year-old suited up in 17 games last season with 10 starts, setting career highs in sacks (6.5) and tackles for loss (7) while playing 61% of the defensive snaps. He also added 1.5 sacks during the Chiefs' playoff run. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Wharton should add pass-rush help to a Panthers interior defensive line that struggled to get after the quarterback in 2024. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/106615" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/106615">Derrick Brown</a>, one of the Panthers' highest-paid players, suffered a season-ending injury just one game into the campaign. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174268" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174268">Jayden Peevy</a> led all of Carolina's defensive tackles with 1.5 sacks.Wharton has 114 tackles and 13.5 sacks in 72 career contests.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 18: Tershawn Wharton #98 of the Kansas City Chiefs encourages the crowd to cheer during the second quarter during the Divisional Round playoff game against the Houston Texans at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 18, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Report: Panthers signing Wharton to 3-year deal worth up to $54M

The Indianapolis Colts are signing cornerback Charvarius Ward to a three-year deal worth up to $6...

The Indianapolis Colts are signing cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/104792" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/104792">Charvarius Ward</a> to a three-year deal worth up to $60 million, reports <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1899213676512469294">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.The deal reportedly includes $35 million guaranteed and a $20-million signing bonus.Ward spent the last three seasons with the San Francisco 49ers after signing a three-year, $42-million deal in March 2022. He was with the Kansas City Chiefs for the first four campaigns of his career and entered the league as an undrafted free agent.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 28-year-old played in 12 games last season after missing time due to a knee injury and personal matter. His best year came in 2023, when he led the league in passes defended (23) while racking up five interceptions. He earned a Pro Bowl nod and was a second-team All-Pro.Ward should slot in as one of Indianapolis' starting outside cornerbacks. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174575" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174575">Jaylon Jones</a> started 17 games for the Colts last season, but the team failed to solidify a quality starter after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188124" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188124">JuJu Brents</a> suffered a season-ending knee injury in September. Indianapolis ranked 23rd in EPA/dropback and passing success rate on defense in 2024, according to <a href="https://rbsdm.com/stats/stats/">Ben Baldwin's database</a>. Ward has 70 passes defended and 10 interceptions in 102 career games.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 27: Charvarius Ward #7 of the San Francisco 49ers reaching out for the ball and dropping what would have been an interception against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game at Levi's Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

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The Detroit Lions plan to release pass-rusher Za'Darius Smith, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler...

The Detroit Lions plan to release pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72406" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72406">Za'Darius Smith</a>, a source told <a href="https://x.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1898804319019057286">ESPN's Jeremy Fowler</a>.Smith was acquired by the Lions in November from the Cleveland Browns for multiple late-round draft picks. He had one season remaining on a two-year, $23-million contract he signed with the Browns in 2024.The 32-year-old played 60% of Detroit's defensive snaps in eight games, racking up 10 quarterback hits and four sacks. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Smith was selected in the fourth round of the 2015 draft by the Baltimore Ravens. He's also spent time with the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings during his 10-year NFL run. The Kentucky product has 333 tackles and 69 sacks in 140 career games.

DETROIT,MICHIGAN-JANUARY 18: Defensive end Za'Darius Smith (99) of the Detroit Lions walks on the field during an NFL Divisional Round game between the Detroit Lions and the Washington Commanders in Detroit, Michigan USA, on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

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Report: Lions to release Za'Darius Smith

The Seattle Seahawks are re-signing defensive tackle Jarran Reed to a three-year deal worth up to...

The Seattle Seahawks are re-signing defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/84050" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/84050">Jarran Reed</a> to a three-year deal worth up to $25 million, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1898798308124168220">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Reed has been with Seattle since signing a two-year, $10-million contract in 2023. He spent the first five years of his career with the Seahawks after they selected him in the second round of the 2016 draft. He then played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers before returning to Seattle.The 32-year-old has been a key player on the Seahawks' defense over the past two seasons, totaling 99 tackles, 27 quarterback hits, and 11 sacks while playing 66% of the defensive snaps.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Reed has 38.5 sacks in 139 career games. He was considered among the top defensive tackles in the 2025 free-agent class.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 8: Jarran Reed #90 of the Seattle Seahawks motions to the Seattle fans during the first quarter of a game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 8, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona.

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Report: Seahawks re-signing Reed to 3-year deal worth up to $25M

Bowling Green hired former Heisman trophy winner Eddie George as its next head coach, the school ...

Bowling Green hired former Heisman trophy winner Eddie George as its next head coach, the school announced Sunday.The Falcons are giving George a five-year contract, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/44178010/sources-eddie-george-agrees-become-bowling-green-football-coach">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>."We are so pleased to welcome Eddie George back to Ohio as the next head coach of our football program," school president Rodney K. Rogers said in a statement. "Throughout his career in and outside of football, Eddie has embraced innovation and a growth mindset, founded in work ethic with a willingness to embrace continued learning and taking risks, when appropriate. These are core principles at Bowling Green and the reason we are experiencing the momentum we see today. "<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Scott Loeffler, Bowling Green's head coach from 2019-24, took the Philadelphia Eagles' quarterbacks coaching job in late February after posting a 27-41 record in six seasons.George has spent the past four years as the head boss in the FCS division at Tennessee State. He was named the Big South-OVC Coach of the Year in 2024, leading the Tigers to their first FCS playoff appearance since 2013.The 51-year-old reportedly interviewed for the Chicago Bears head coaching job in January before they hired Ben Johnson.George was a star running back for Ohio State from 1992-95, racking up 3,768 rushing yards and 44 touchdowns in 49 games. He was selected in the first round of the 1996 NFL Draft by the then-Houston Oilers. He rushed for 10,441 yards in 141 career contests and had four Pro Bowl nods during his nine-year NFL run.

SOUTH BEND, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 02: Head coach Eddie George of the Tennessee State Tigers looks on prior to the game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium on September 02, 2023 in South Bend, Indiana.

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The Arizona Cardinals are signing pass-rusher Baron Browning to a two-year, $15-million deal, sou...

The Arizona Cardinals are signing pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161818" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161818">Baron Browning</a> to a two-year, $15-million deal, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1898761826701082892">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.Browning can earn up to $19 million with incentives, Rapoport added. Arizona acquired Browning from the Denver Broncos for a sixth-round pick in November.The 26-year-old was set to become a free agent next week. He suited up for eight games with the Cardinals, racking up 14 tackles, three quarterback hits, and two sacks. He played 47% of the Cardinals' defensive snaps during those contests.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Browning entered the league as a third-round pick in 2021. He has 128 tackles and 11.5 sacks in 51 career games.

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 22: Arizona Cardinals linebacker Baron Browning (53) during an NFL football game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers on December 22, 2024 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte N.C.

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The Buffalo Bills have released pass-rusher Von Miller, the team announced Sunday.  The move free...

The Buffalo Bills have released pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/21358" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/21358">Von Miller</a>, the team announced Sunday.The move frees up $8.4 million against the cap, but Buffalo is open to bringing him back on a new deal, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1898740044241703006">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>. Miller has been with the Bills since he signed a six-year, $120-million deal with $51.4 million guaranteed in 2022. The deal was constructed with no guaranteed salary remaining after the first three seasons.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 35-year-old got off to a hot start in his first campaign with the Bills, totaling eight sacks and 12 quarterback hits in his first 11 games. However, he suffered a torn ACL in December that would sideline him until October 2023. He didn't record a sack in 12 games after returning from injury that season.Miller was suspended for four contests last campaign after violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. He racked up six sacks in 13 regular-season games while playing 33% of Buffalo's defensive snaps. The Denver Broncos selected the Texas A&amp;M product second overall in the 2011 draft. He's earned three first-team All-Pro nods during his 13-year NFL run and is considered one of the best pass-rushers of his era.The Super Bowl 50 MVP has 129.5 sacks in 186 career games.

KANSAS CITY, MO - JANUARY 26: Buffalo Bills linebacker Von Miller (40) before the AFC Championship game between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs on January 26, 2025 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.

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The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown to a one-year deal...

The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/114847" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/114847">Marquise "Hollywood" Brown</a> to a one-year deal worth up to $11 million, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1898433996578537953">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Brown played in five games including the playoffs last season for the Chiefs, racking up 14 catches and 141 yards. He missed the first 14 contests because of a shoulder injury he suffered in the preseason.The 27-year-old was selected in the first round of the 2019 draft by the Baltimore Ravens. After recording 1,008 yards receiving in 2021, he was dealt to the Arizona Cardinals, where he would spend the next two seasons. The Chiefs signed him to a one-year contract last March.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Chiefs 2024 wideouts <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85841" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85841">Justin Watson</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/46606" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/46606">DeAndre Hopkins</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87570" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87570">JuJu Smith-Schuster</a> are set to hit free agency in a few days.Brown has 322 catches for 3,735 yards and 28 touchdowns in 74 career games.

JACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 10: Marquise Brown #5 of the Kansas City Chiefs stands on the sidelines prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Report: Chiefs re-signing Brown to 1-year deal worth up to $11M

The Buffalo Bills signed defensive end Greg Rousseau to a four-year, extension, the team announce...

The Buffalo Bills signed defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161645" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161645">Greg Rousseau</a> to a four-year, extension, the team announced Saturday.The deal keeps Rousseau in Buffalo through the 2029 season and is worth $80 million, including $54 million guaranteed, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1898416281612644674">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Rousseau is coming off his best season since being drafted in the first round by the Bills in 2021, totaling 53 tackles, 24 quarterback hits, and eight sacks last campaign.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Buffalo has been active in locking up key players this offseason. In addition to the Rousseau extension, the Bills signed wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174118" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174118">Khalil Shakir</a> and linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174029" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174029">Terrel Bernard</a> to long-term deals.Rousseau, 24, has 66 quarterback hits and 25 sacks in 62 career games.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 26: Defensive end Greg Rousseau #50 of the Buffalo Bills stands on the field during the first half of the AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs, at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Bills sign Rousseau to 4-year extension reportedly worth $80M

Sam Darnold is not expected to return to the Minnesota Vikings, sources told NFL Network's Tom Pe...

Sam Darnold is not expected to return to the Minnesota Vikings, sources told <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1898371114872541590">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>. The Vikings are now focused on other options, which include re-signing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a>. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199765" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199765">J.J. McCarthy</a>, Minnesota's first-round pick in 2024, is expected to be ready for spring practices after undergoing meniscus surgery in August. However, the team still wants to add a veteran signal-caller behind McCarthy.Minnesota decided not to franchise tag Darnold, who will become an unrestricted free agent in a few days. After the tag deadline passed, the two sides were <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3232517" href="https://thescore.com/news/3232517">reportedly</a> open to a reunion. <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Seattle Seahawks, after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3236075" href="https://thescore.com/news/3236075">trading</a> <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/13368" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/13368">Geno Smith</a> to the Las Vegas Raiders, have shifted their primary focus to signing Darnold when free agency opens, sources told <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1898373273131381039">Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz</a>. He is their top option, and both sides have mutual interest.Darnold, 27, signed a one-year, $10-million contract with Minnesota in 2024. He started all 17 regular-season games, throwing for 4,319 yards with 35 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. It was the first time Darnold was a primary starter since 2021.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 13: Quarterback Sam Darnold #14 of the Minnesota Vikings warms up prior to an NFC Wild Card game against the Los Angeles Rams, at State Farm Stadium on January 13, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

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