about 1 month ago

NFL Annual League Meeting Begins With No Tush Push Ban on Agenda

NFL Annual League Meeting begins in Phoenix, with owners set to vote on rule, bylaw, and resolution proposals. Surprisingly, no Tush Push ban is included, so the play is considered safe for another year as its usage and success rates have declined. Changes under review include expanded onside kick options, kickoff tweaks, officiating support, and proposals on free agency communication and trading draft picks up to five years ahead.

By Samnur Reza

about 1 month ago

NFL Refs Association Demands 10 Percent Hike, $2.5M Marketing Fees from League

The NFL has offered its game officials a six-year labor deal with a 6.45% annual growth rate in compensation. However, the NFLRA is insisting on 10% plus $2.5 million for marketing fees. The union also demands shortening the “dark period” after the Super Bowl, deploying underperforming officials to spring leagues for extra reps, and ending a seniority-based system for playoff assignments.

By Nidheesh Kumar

about 1 month ago

GM Howie Roseman Clarifies Eagles’ Stance on A.J. Brown Potential Trade

"A.J. Brown is a member of the Eagles. From my perspective, anything you ask me about A.J. Brown, I’m going to go right back to that answer,” Roseman said. “I understand the interest. I put on the TV, and I see that there’s interest. But my answer is A.J. Brown is a member of the Philadelphia Eagles," he added.

By Nidheesh Kumar

about 1 month ago

How Many Replacement Refs Will the NFL Likely Hire for Next Season?

There is a belief that the NFL is likely to soon hire 150-180 officials from DI, DII, and DIII colleges as replacement refs to prepare for the upcoming season. The NFL offered its game officials a six-year labor deal with a 6.45% annual growth rate in compensation. However, the NFLRA is insisting on 10% plus $2.5 million for marketing fees.

By Nidheesh Kumar

about 1 month ago

Maxx Crosby Effect: Browns Refuse to Sign A.J. Epenesa After Physical Test

The Browns won’t be signing DE A.J. Epenesa. “Team wasn’t comfortable finalizing the deal after his physical,” Browns insider Daniel Oyefusi reported. “I think the Maxx Crosby ‘trade’ had a big impact in the league; you’ll be seeing more of this,” a fan commented. Earlier, the Raiders backed out of a Crosby trade as he failed his physical test.

By Nidheesh Kumar

about 1 month ago

Report: Giants Moving on From Veteran Kicker Graham Gano

The Giants are moving on from veteran kicker Graham Gano as the 2026 league year begins. After a frustrating 2025 season plagued by hamstring and groin injuries, New York is prioritizing youth and salary cap relief. The 38-year-old’s release saves the team roughly $5 million in space. This move likely signals a permanent promotion for Jude McAtamney, who impressed while filling in during Gano's stints on IR.

By Nidheesh Kumar

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