As Ryan Poles‘ rebuild effort began in 2022, the Bears traded Khalil Mack for second- and sixth-round picks. After three Chargers seasons, Mack is hitting free agency for the first time. The decorated pass rusher showed sustained health in Los Angeles, missing only one game in three years, and earned three Pro Bowl nods. The Chargers want Mack back, but the Washington Post’s … [Read more...] about NFC North Notes: Mack, Lions, Pack, Addison
2025 NFL Franchise Tag Candidates
Last year’s salary cap spike created another opportunity for teams to retain talent, and once the upcoming cap surge (roughly $25MM) produces a number, the 2020 CBA will have produced four straight single-year jumps by at least $16MM. These climbs, which dwarf the per-year jumps the 2011 CBA brought, have both helped teams retain talent and pay for free agents while also … [Read more...] about 2025 NFL Franchise Tag Candidates
Byron Murphy, Vikings Push Back Contract Void Date
The Vikings have agreed with cornerback Byron Murphy to push back the void date on his contract, per ESPN’s Dan Graziano. Murphy’s deal was set to void this week, which would accelerate the remaining prorations of his signing bonus into $4.2MM of dead money in 2025. The Vikings now have until March 11 until the contract voids, giving them more time to negotiate an extension … [Read more...] about Byron Murphy, Vikings Push Back Contract Void Date
Vikings Could Extend Andrew Van Ginkel, Josh Metellus
It remains to be seen how the Vikings will proceed at the quarterback spot this offseason. While the team weighs its options on the Sam Darnold front, other positions could receive financial attention. Edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel and safety Josh Metellus are both on the books for 2025, but their respective performances this past season could put them in line for new deals. … [Read more...] about Vikings Could Extend Andrew Van Ginkel, Josh Metellus
Aaron Jones, Vikings Push Back Void Date On Contract
Aaron Jones‘ one-year deal with the Vikings contained four void years to lessen the blow on Minnesota’s 2024 cap sheet. February 17 was a crucial date for the contract, as Jones would have officially hit free agency while leaving the Vikings with a notable dead cap hit in 2025. Both sides bought themselves some time this morning. ESPN’s Field Yates reports that Jones and the … [Read more...] about Aaron Jones, Vikings Push Back Void Date On Contract