.
@NFLonCBS
1-on-1
#Ravens
WR Odell Beckham Jr. after his 1st vintage 100y game in the regular season since Wk. 6, 2019.
On his shoulder injury last night: "I've dealt with something similar before I just got to find a way to dig deep." Referring to his AC joint sprain in 2021.
Breaking: Former 1st-rounder, FA WR Percy Harvin tells me: “I’m ready to return to the NFL. I thought I was done, but that itch came back. I’ve been training w/a former Olympian. My body is feeling good. Mentally I’m better. My family is good. The timing is right.” He's 185lbs.
Just got off the phone with Frank Gore Sr. who was very emotional and happy about his son joining the
#Bills
as a UDFA:
"We’re good. We're going to Buffalo man to do our thing. Tell them they better be ready-trust me. I know what I’m raising. Folks slept on my son; they slept…
I'm told
#Browns
QB Deshaun Watson is treating the offense to the Bahamas this weekend. The trip is for team-building and football chemistry as Watson has also secured a field there to continue offseason workouts.
How do you go from being a Super Bowl participating defensive coordinator, to losing a game-changing player, to holding the
#Chiefs
to w/o a TD until 2:28 remained in the 3rdQ, to being “relieved of duties,” to having no chair currently available as a DC elsewhere?
#SteveWilks
I am told that WR Odell Beckham Jr. was in the building today, doing a little visit with the
#Giants
, etc.......
Same day as former
#Giants
S Landon Collins worked out for the team.
This will be fun.
Just got of the phone with QB Jameis Winston on his decision to agree with Cleveland: "Yes, I still envision myself as a starter, however the Lord has also called me to lead by impacting and increasing the men who are around me. Having the opportunity to work with Deshaun…
I'm told Colin Kaepernick has informed others that he's open to accepting even a back-up QB role--if* that's what it takes--to facilitate a return to the
#NFL
, per league source. "You have to credit Jim Harbaugh that he's willing to help his former player to try to get back."
I’m told that Giants S Landon Collins cleaned out his locker today at the team facility and said his goodbyes to teammates, coaches and trainers. It doesn’t seem like Collins expects to be a Giant for much longer, per sources.
I'm told
#Browns
WR Odell Beckham Jr. has been told he's excused from practice today, per league source. Additionally, it is my understanding that OBJ was ready to attend practice per usual.
I’m told relevant parties have already been notified that Sue Robinson is currently expected to inform them of the decision in the Deshaun Watson proceeding by some time Monday, per league sources.
RB Adrian Peterson told me this morning he’s on his way to Detroit to sign with the
#Lions
. “They’re giving me an opportunity to play. I know coach (Darell) Bevell from my days in Minnesota. Ultimately I feel comfortable going there and helping them to get better.”
#NFCNorth
.
I'm told there are ongoing discussions right now regarding the framework of a 3-year extension as part of a trade that would send CB Darius Slay to the
#Eagles
, per source.
Breaking:
#Giants
WR Odell Beckham Jr has now agreed to a 5-year extension that makes him the highest paid WR in the NFL on a $95M max deal, $65M total guaranteed.
Just got off the phone w/ OBJ. Odell Beckham told me after he & I discussed what I heard about
#Browns
trade talk that Jarvis Landry called him & said t/ GM & the HC want you bad. Next thing you know, OBJ said Dave Gettleman called him and said "I am trading you to the
#Browns
."
If it’s any consolation
#Browns
fans…I did hear Nick Chubb was in good spirits today, considering the gravity of the circumstances—getting around in crutches with his knee braced to inhibit flexion.
It makes sense there’d be some wait time before surgery-which is fluid -to…
Spirit of our living God, fall fresh over the breath and life of Damar Hamlin. Let the power of prayer prevail over his soul, and may your rod & staff comfort his family in these hours of deep concern.
1-on-1 with
#Lions
RB David Montgomery:
"We know we gotta play better if we want to do the whole thing..."
Jojo: Can you smile for me?
Montgomery: "Not yet"
A good morning to post this '16 'American Dream' photo of 2nd Lt. Alix Schoelcher overcome w/ emotion during the commencement ceremony at West Point after immigrating to t/ US fr Haiti, earning his citizenship & serving 2yrs as an enlisted soldier w/t MD Army Nat'l Guard.
#ThankU
I want to thank the CBS Sports team for my experience and time there. I’m amicably moving on to future ventures. I wish all of the talented insiders, anchors, reporters, producers, executives and support staff the best.
Cordially,
Josina Anderson.
I'm told Jalen Ramsey is fine playing TNF tonight, but a source just told me he doesn't anticipate being a member of the
#Jags
next Sun. Teams like KC, BAL, MIN, OAK, PHI, SEA hv all made substantive inquiries, but my understanding is almost every team has at least placed a call.
Last year y'all said Mike Tomlin couldn't coach anymore, get him out of Pittsburgh, he didn't enforce enough discipline, despite the fact he has not had 1 losing season in Pittsburgh as HC. Now people r lauding him as a coach of t/ year candidate. No, he's always been great. Smh
News: NFL insider Josina Anderson, formerly of ESPN, has been hired by USA TODAY to help launch Sports+, the company's new premium subscription product. Anderson will be a senior NFL insider.
I just got off the phone with Jadeveon Clowney and his wife seconds after they hung up with the
#Panthers
on his decision to join Carolina. Clowney's mother had not even yet heard the news at the time:
"We're going to be just 30 minutes from home. It's where we do all our…
From what I'm hearing per source, it sounds like the
#Eagles
are having a hard time letting go of CB Darius Slay at this moment, & still wish they could keep him. Let's see if GM Howie Roseman can find another rabbit in his hat--so to speak. No matter what, it's a worthy attempt.
I’m told the
#Rams
& the
#Dolphins
are in deep discussions on a trade for CB Jalen Ramsey. A deal is not finalized, but there’s “a high likelihood” it happens, at this time, per a league source. A lot of teams are interested in Ramsey, but the focus is on where he wants to be.
My understanding is that free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. will take some time and assess the best situation for him with several options still on the table, per league source.
As of 8am this morning I'm told "it was looking like Green Bay was potentially going to offer the best deal for Chase (Claypool)," per league source. Obviously the
#Bears
have swooped in and nabbed the
#Steelers
WR.
I’m told the “‘who’s who’ of Atlanta from members of the Braves, Hawks, music world —inc. Lil’ Baby & Quavo" have all reached out to Deshaun Watson to let him know “we want him home,” per source. Also told it’s “been down to 2 teams since yesterday. World's just finding out now.”
I’m told Falcons brass has ‘keys to the city’ to bring a trade home with Deshaun Watson & would be ‘surprised’ if that doesn’t occur based on strong mutual interest & conversations. Separately I expect Watson to receive new money in a restructured contract once any trade is done.
I’m told there’s a recording of an interview with the adult son of 1 of 12 women the NFL interviewed in the Deshaun Watson case —stating his mom initially was complimentary of Watson in their conversations after the massage, but later switched her account and tone after 1/4
I'm told CB Rasul Douglas is currently* expected to return to the
#Packers
, pending money freeing up after the Davante Adams trade to the
#Raiders
becomes official, per league source.
I'm told Josh Gordon has been claimed off waivers, per source. The team is waiting to inform the player that will be cut based on the corresponding move for Gordon.
NFL team source just now to me on
@UNC
RB Javonte Williams: "He's the best RB in the Draft. He has the ability to be a 1000y rusher & receiver like
@CMC_22
. He's as physical as
@NickChubb21
, as gifted as
@A_kamara6
on 3rd down and as patient as
@LeVeonBell
. He is the MF truth."
Just got off the phone with
#Bills
LB Von Miller. He shared his view on being placed on the Reserve/ PUP List, missing the Monday Night opener vs the
#Jets
& on Brandon Beane being the best general manager:
“Physically I feel good, I just needed more time for football in…
Oh my. The thing is Jada Pinkett-Smith has been dealing with Alopecia. So her hairstyle is part due to this auto-immune condition and her expression of self-love.
As someone with the same condition, we know privately this is a sensitive topic.
Good for Will Smith!
As the trade deadline approaches, remembering teams we heard from that told reporters they weren’t interested in Lamar Jackson the day he received the non-exclusive tag —that still have questions at quarterback headed into week 8.
Heard Russell Wilson had a great meeting in Pittsburgh so far. I was told he sat with
#Steelers
OC Arthur Smith ‘for hours’ and that ‘he looked happy.’ I was also told Wilson ‘did his homework’ reaching out to some players in advance, per source.
Mike Tomlin moves like the ‘g’…
Text from league source on the
#Lions
trade talks for QB Matthew Stafford: "I’m sure they'll get a trade, but right now they're looking for a sucker to overpay."
I'm told the
#Ravens
feel they have a 'very competitive offer' to Bobby Wagner in comparison to the
#Rams
. The focus of the Wagner pitch was his addition to an already stacked defense & his ability to add to his legacy with the balance of Baltimore's team, per league source.
I just spoke directly to Leslie Frazier. He told me within the hour he’s decided to accept the offer from the
#Seahawks
to be their next assistant head coach.
@TomPelissero
reported the team first.
Leslie told me on the phone that today 4 teams stepped up efforts to pursue him…
I spoke to a source from a team that expressed interest in Baker Mayfield, had talks, but they cooled not wanting to pay asking price feeling he has to be cut. Their follow-up comment tonight: “no one’s trying to do the
#Browns
any favors in this situation.”
#ThisIsRidiculous