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Every week we take a look around the NFL at each team. We pull the biggest and most discussed headlines from each of our 32 NFL websites.
Here’s all the biggest NFL headlines from this week:
NFC NORTH
Less communication with the media is more for Packers & Rodgers before training camp
Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)
To this point, the details of the conversations between both feuding parties have been minimally reported, and history with Brett Favre suggests it should stay that way if a reunion is desired.
The Detroit Lions made a major mistake not trading Calvin Johnson
Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)
Another blemish on Bob Quinn’s career in Detroit.
The Look Ahead on Matt Nagy, Andy Dalton, Justin Fields and ‘the plan’
Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)
Nagy’s plan for his QB1 and QB2 has been all over the media since he came out with some details about how he and the Bears were going to handle things this season. Nagy’s details have been a little vague at times, and he seems to give himself an out just in case he has to change the plan.
Jaylen Twyman shot in incident in Washington, D.C.
Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)
It’s officially official
NFC SOUTH
Deonte Harris looking to expand role in Saints offense in 2021
New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)
Can Deonte Harris prove himself again in the final year of his contract?
Matt Hennessy heads into training camp as the front runner for the center job
Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)
The second-year pro has the opportunity to seize the job and never let it go.
Panthers announce plans for joint practices with Ravens in August
Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)
The Panthers have announced that they will conduct joint practices with the Ravens on August 18 and 19 in Spartanburg, S.C. ahead of their preseason game on August 21.
Buccaneers sign first round pick Joe Tryon
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)
The rookie signs his first professional contract.
NFC WEST
Garafolo: I do believe, at some point, we’re going to see Lance this upcoming season
San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)
Garafolo was on NFL Network saying he doesn’t expect Lance to redshirt this season
Zaven Collins made a mistake, lets leave it at that
Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)
It would not be an offseason for the Arizona Cardinals without something negative popping up.
Carl Nassib becomes NFL’s first active player to come out as gay
Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)
Nassib is also donating $100,000 to the Trevor Project.
Golden Tate says it would be ‘fantastic’ to join Matthew Stafford with Rams
Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)
The free agent receiver played four and a half seasons with Stafford in Detroit
AFC EAST
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Albert Wilson is fully heathy and ready to compete in training camp
Miami Dolphins (via The Phinsider)
Wilson recently said he feels much better than he did in 2019
Mac Jones may have done enough to get a ‘real competition’ with Cam Newton this summer
New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)
The MMQB’s Albert Breer thinks that Patriots rookie quarterback Mac Jones has impressed enough that he’ll have a legitimate shot at winning the starting quarterback job.
Scouting Jets cornerback Isaiah Dunn
New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)
Over the past month or so, we’ve been taking an in-depth look at each of the Jets’ rookies. We’re now moving on to look at the undrafted free agents, beginning with cornerback Isaiah Dunn.
What position will Greg Rousseau, Boogie Basham play?
Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)
Comments from general manager Brandon Beane reinforce what’s already been a theme on the defense for years: versatility.
AFC NORTH
Calais Campbell is mulling the idea of retiring after the 2021 season
Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)
The veteran defensive lineman is all-in on this year but might consider hanging up his cleats after its over.
Why is it only controversial to talk about certain ex-Steelers players?
Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)
It’s never okay to talk about former Steelers players. Players from other teams, on the other hand? Bring it on!
Chris Simms ranks Joe Burrow 17th among NFL QBs entering 2021 season
Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)
Too low, too high, or just right?
Grant Delpit’s recovery from Achilles injury may be better than first feared
Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)
Recent advances in the rehab process could help Delpit return to the level of play he experienced prior to the injury.
AFC SOUTH
Deshaun Watson’s Legal Troubles Could Last Until 2024
Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)
Based on what we currently know about the situation, Fox Sports Radio laid out a very likely scenario for Watson’s future.
Tom Brady may take shot at Ryan Tannehill, Titans in TV show
Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)
Since the clip went viral, there’s been a ton of chatter regarding who Brady could be talking about. The Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers were obvious candidates, but one reporter is claiming that Tannehill is actually the player Brady is referring too.
Laquon Treadwell signs with Jaguars
Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)
The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed WR Laquon Treadwell. To make room for Treadwell on the 90-man roster, the Jaguars have waived WR Jon’Vea Johnson.
Can Mo Alie-Cox emerge as the Colts’ first-string tight end this season?
Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)
The Colts have been in search for a big-play, explosive tight end since the departure of Eric Ebron a few seasons ago. Many believe rookie fourth-round pick Kylen Granson could be the solution to that problem.
AFC WEST
The Broncos have been a mess for too long, but it has been far worse
Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)
This offseason as we hold onto the hope that our team improves, let’s remember that it has been far worse.
Former Chargers DE Leroy Jones dies at 70
Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)
Jones was a key member of “The Bruise Brothers” during the late 1970’s.
My thoughts on Damon Arnette’s future with the Raiders
Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)
Las Vegas cornerback still has time to avoid being a bust
Frank Clark arrested in Los Angeles for illegal firearm possession
Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Frank Clark was arrested for felony illegal possession of a firearm on Sunday in Los Angeles, as first reported by TMZ.