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This week’s edition of the PFR mailbag looks into the Falcons’ latest big-money commitment on offense. Questions on general managers facing doubts over their job security, the Texans and Panthers’ pending QB decisions and a potential Puka Nacua Rams extension are also covered. Nelson asks: Should the Falcons have tried to trade [Kyle] Pitts off his […]

As each day goes by following the NFL’s rejection of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby‘s application for a supplemental draft, it’s becoming less and less likely that legal action is coming. If that door officially closes, it will be the second to have done so as the Canadian Football League has barred its teams from

Reminding somewhat of the Seinfeld-universe’s Yankees payroll setup that featured George Costanza’s newly hired secretary out-earning him, the Cardinals have created the interesting situation in which their backup quarterback is tied to a notably larger guarantee than their projected starter. Like Costanza circa December 1994, Brissett has attempted to force the issue with management. Brissett,

Zach Ertz continues to be in the midst of his recovery from an ACL tear. The free agent tight end is still unsigned at this time, but playing in 2026 remains his target. In April, Ertz said his rehab process was ahead of schedule. He has continued to make progress on that front since then, so

The 49ers placed AWOL wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk on the reserve/left squad list last December, which ended any chance he would play in 2025. Over six months later, Aiyuk still has not applied to come off the list, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports. He will not be eligible to return until he files paperwork with

Several positions have enjoyed substantial financial growth in recent years. The NFL has seen an ever-increasing emphasis placed on quarterbacks, edge rushers, receivers, offensive and defensive tackles and cornerbacks over time. On the other hand, other markets have remained quite stagnant. The running back spot represents a clear illustration on that point. In terms of

After he was arrested on felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping on Wednesday, Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold appeared at a hearing in Tampa, Fla., on Thursday. Judge J. Logan Murphy ruled that Arnold will be held without bond until his pretrial detention hearing on June 29 (via Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk). Judge

Darnell Wright has thrived during his first three NFL seasons. He is under team control with the Bears through 2027, but a long-term deal could be in place soon. Chicago is eyeing an extension with Wright, ESPN’s Courtney Cronin writes. She adds the team hopes to have a deal in place by the start of training

Will McDonald is under team control with the Jets for at least the next two years. If a commitment beyond that point is to be made, it will not happen until after the coming season. The Jets will wait to evaluate McDonald in 2026 in advance of any potential extension, ESPN’s Rich Cimini writes. New York