Per Connor Hughes, Jets GM Darren Mougey says QB Justin Fields is their starter, but veteran QB Tyrod Taylor will be “right on his heels.” The Jets signed Fields to a two-year, $40 million contract that includes $30 million guaranteed. Fields, 25, was selected in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Bears out of Ohio State. Chicago traded up to No. 15 overall with … [Read more...] about Jets GM Darren Mougey Says QB Justin Fields Is Starter
Jets Could Extend WR Garrett Wilson & CB Sauce Gardner After Draft
Per Connor Hughes, Jets GM Darren Mougey could plan to extend the contracts of CB Sauce Gardner and WR Garrett Wilson following the draft. Both players are viewed as valuable pieces for the franchise and are eligible for contract extensions. Mougey had previously said at the combine that he is prepared to lock up both players. “The to-do list is to keep good young players on … [Read more...] about Jets Could Extend WR Garrett Wilson & CB Sauce Gardner After Draft
AFC Notes: Stefon Diggs, Drake Maye, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots
Dolphins Dolphins CB Artie Burns spoke about how meaningful it is for him to return to Miami, where he attended high school and was a dual athlete in track and football. He also believes that he can truly showcase his talents in the team’s defense. “Being born and raised in Miami, to be a professional here, is a dream come true,” Burns said, via Barry Jackson of the Miami … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Stefon Diggs, Drake Maye, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots
NFC Notes: Dak Prescott, Shedeur Sanders, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants
Cowboys Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones on free agency: “We’re not done yet. We still have some outstanding things that we’re trying to get done. Missed a few guys along the way too, in terms of the number just being a lot higher than we thought it would be on a couple of guys. Overall, we’re really pleased with what we were able to do with our roster and help the team.” (Jon … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Dak Prescott, Shedeur Sanders, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants
AFC Notes: Justin Fields, Chris Godwin, Zach Wilson, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots
Dolphins New Dolphins QB Zach Wilson told reporters that he is excited to get to work in Miami and develop under HC Mike McDaniel, whom he referred to as a phenomenal head coach who can bring out the best in his players. “I think just extremely raw, his ability to just be completely himself every single day is I think what you want in a coach,” Wilson said. via Pro Football … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Justin Fields, Chris Godwin, Zach Wilson, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots