hot news
– Official: the rules of overtime modified in the playoffs
– Saints: Andy Dalton arrives in New Orleans
– Ravens: John Harbaugh extended for three seasons
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Taysom Hill devient tight end
When you don’t know what to do with a “versatile” quarterback, make it a tight end. The Jaguars tried the shot with Tim Tebow last year, without much success. Logan Thomas (Commanders) has pulled off the operation more successfully in recent years.
On Tuesday, Dennis Allen confirmed to ESPN that this is the path the Saints will take with Taysom Hill.
“I think Taysom’s role is really going to be a lot more of a tight end. I think that’s the direct we have to take with him, because I think he can be one of the best players in the league in this role, ”assured the new Saints coach.
With Jameis Winston incumbent and Andy Dalton on the bench, Hill’s experimentation at quarterback seems to be ending with the departure of Sean Payton.
Rams : Aaron Donald continue
He had vaguely left doubt before shouting his desire to double the bet during the parade. The return of Aaron Donald (DT, Rams) was therefore not too much in doubt. But to reassure the last worried, Sean McVay confirmed to the press on Tuesday that Donald has informed his team that he intends to play in 2022.
Ravens: No imminent contract extension for Lamar Jackson
Lamar Jackson (QB, Ravens) is entering the final year of his contract. But for the moment, he has not extended. Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti admitted Tuesday that nothing is imminent, and he doubts a contract extension will be signed before the season.
“Unless he changes his mind and calls our manager Eric DeCosta to say he’s ready. Eric can’t spend his time calling her to tell her to come. It’s not a manager’s job,” Bisciotti told ESPN.
“This kid is so obsessed with winning a Super Bowl, that I think deep down he doesn’t think he deserves (a record deal). I think he wants to be able to say, “Now I deserve to be on top. » »
The 49ers won’t let go of Jimmy Garoppolo
The operation on the shoulder of Jimmy Garoppolo (QB, 49ers) has visibly cooled the teams interested in a trade. At least while he gets back in shape. The 49ers will therefore have to play patience.
On Tuesday, Kyle Shanahan confirmed that he’s ready to give the job to Trey Lance, but not to get rid of Garoppolo.
“We looked to trade Jimmy because we think Trey can start, and we’re ready to do that,” the manager explained. “But if we can’t improve our team in some other way, we’re not just going to get rid of a good quarterback, because we have other quarterbacks on the roster. Quarterbacks are hard to find. Some teams don’t have any at all, and having three that we’re happy with is a good thing. »
In short: send the offers.
Deshaun Watson still on probation
We already knew it, but Roger Goodell recalled it during his press briefing on Tuesday: Deshaun Watson is not immune to an NFL sanction. The league boss explained that an NFL investigation is still ongoing to determine if the Browns quarterback violated the code of conduct. Goodell clarified that there is no set date for the end of the investigation.
The sanction will not be decided by the commisioner, but by a disciplinary officer appointed jointly by the NFL and the players’ union.
Roger Goodell clarified that Watson could not be placed on the “commissioner exempt list”, which would have put him aside while maintaining his salary. For the league boss, once the criminal charges were dismissed, that option was no longer on the table.
injuries
– Victim of a torn knee ligament at the end of last season, Michael Gallup (WR, Cowboys) could miss the first two or three games of the 2022 season. Cowboys vice president Stephen Jones told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
– Randy Gregory (DE, Broncos) underwent shoulder arthroscopy to fix a rotator cuff problem. He should be ready for the start of the season. (KUSA)
Transactions
Signatures
Browns : Ethan Pocic (C)
Cardinals : Will Hernandez (OL)
Patriots : Jabrill Peppers (S, 1 an)
Steelers : Genard Avery (LB)
Re-signatures
Lions : Bobby Price (DB)
Cups
Jets: Matt Ammendola (K)
Rumors
– According to Pro Football Network, the Chiefs are still engaged in discussions with the Giants to bring in James Bradberry (CB) on the side of Kansas City.
Furthermore
– Pete Carroll explained that negotiations have “not advanced” with Colin Kaepernick. The quarterback would have contacted Carroll who watched his trials, especially with Tyler Lockett, but that would have stopped there.
– The league has announced that the locker rooms will be open to journalists again for the 2022 season.
The “Kelly Green” “back in Philadelphia
The Eagles announced on Twitter that they will be using their retro “Kelly Green” jersey for a few games next season.
Go Birds. pic.twitter.com/PsrqW5mkz5
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 29, 2022
Daniel Jones back for April training
New Giants coach Brian Daboll said at a press conference on Tuesday that Daniel Jones (QB) is sufficiently recovered from his neck injury to participate in spring training.
For the Giants, having a new coach allows them to start earlier than the others. Training will start on Monday.
Bobby Wagner interests the Rams … but not the Cowboys
The future of Bobby Wagner (LB) remains unclear. The former Seahawks player, multiple All-Pro, is a free agent despite visits to Dallas and the Rams.
Stephen Jones, COO of the Cowboys, announced Thursday that “it didn’t work out” for a contract between the two sides. Rams coach Sean McVay left the door open for him, explaining that Wagner is “a special player” before confirming that he was interested in the idea of recruiting him.
The door is open for Cam Newton
According to information from The Athletic, Panthers coach Matt Rhule said he is still in contact with Cam Newton (QB). MVP 2015 with the franchise, Newton returned during last season but he is currently a free agent.
“I love Cam Newton, he’s an extraordinary player and a great leader” Rhule would have explained, before specifying: “there have been discussions (…) it has to be a good solution for him, and a good solution for us. The door is always open “.
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