NFL teams have until May 2 to officially pick up fifth-year options on 2021 first-rounders. The 2020 CBA revamped the option structure and made them fully guaranteed, rather than guaranteed for injury only. Meanwhile, fifth-year option salaries are now determined by a blend of the player’s position, initial draft placement and performance- and usage-based benchmarks: Two-time … [Read more...] about 2025 NFL Fifth-Year Option Tracker
Draft OL Rumors: Fashanu, Latham, Fautanu, Buccaneers
Some teams in the NFL are known for drafting the best player on the board in their draft slot regardless of position. Others have made a reputation for drafting players at a position of need regardless of value. The Saints are a team that could end up in the best of both worlds later this month, according to Jason La Canfora of The Washington Post. At 14th overall, the Saints … [Read more...] about Draft OL Rumors: Fashanu, Latham, Fautanu, Buccaneers
Buccaneers Contemplating First Round Trade-Up
The Buccaneers exceeded expectations in 2023, reaching the divisional round of the playoffs. That has left the team near the back of the first round draft order, and a move up the board may be required for Tampa Bay to land a highly-coveted prospect. The Bucs currently own pick No. 26, and many of the best prospects at several positions will be off the board by that point. … [Read more...] about Buccaneers Contemplating First Round Trade-Up
Buccaneers Re-Sign DL William Gholston
In an offseason featuring the re-signings of Mike Evans and Lavonte David, another player who has contributed more than 10 years of service to the Buccaneers is staying. William Gholston is coming back for a 12th season in Tampa. The veteran defensive lineman agreed to terms to stay with the Bucs for a 12th season. The 2013 draftee has only played for one NFL team. This will be … [Read more...] about Buccaneers Re-Sign DL William Gholston
DL Marshawn Kneeland Adds Six Pre-Draft Visits, To Close With 16
As Marshawn Kneeland logs a spring flight schedule that would potentially impress George Clooney’s Up in the Air protagonist, the Western Michigan alum is viewed as a rising prospect ahead of the draft. The MAC product has scheduled pre-draft visits with half the NFL. His Chiefs, Colts, Commanders, Jaguars, Jets, Saints and Vikings meetings became known weeks ago, but other … [Read more...] about DL Marshawn Kneeland Adds Six Pre-Draft Visits, To Close With 16