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The Most Lucrative ILB Contract In Each Franchise’s History

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The 49ers have again made Fred Warner the NFL’s highest-paid off-ball linebacker. The franchise did this in 2021 as well. A team that has employed All-Pro NaVorro Bowman and Hall of Famer Patrick Willis over the past 15 years, the 49ers have spent on the high end to fortify this position. Other clubs, however, have been far more hesitant to unload significant cash to staff this … [Read more...] about The Most Lucrative ILB Contract In Each Franchise’s History

NFC Staff Updates: Giants, Falcons, Vikings, Rams, Eagles

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As is common in the wake of the 2025 NFL Draft, several teams have been making updates to their front offices. One of the latest such clubs to do so is the Giants, who made a number of changes to their scouting staff recently. According to Dan Duggan of The Athletic, the Giants and national scout Mike Derice have parted ways. Derice had been in the role for three years, joining … [Read more...] about NFC Staff Updates: Giants, Falcons, Vikings, Rams, Eagles

Caleb Williams’ Camp Tried To Avoid Bears In 2024 Draft

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With Caleb Williams slated to go first-overall to the Bears in the 2024 draft, the quarterback’s camp considered some unconventional options in an attempt to avoid Chicago. In Seth Wickersham’s upcoming book, “American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback,” there are some notable anecdotes (via ESPN.com) surrounding Williams’ wariness of going to the Bears. The player’s … [Read more...] about Caleb Williams’ Camp Tried To Avoid Bears In 2024 Draft

Vikings Sign G Donovan Jackson, Complete Rookie Class

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With only five picks in the 2025 NFL Draft (tied with Atlanta and Washington for the fewest in the league), the Vikings didn’t have much work to do in order to finish off their rookie class signings. Regardless, they’re the first to get it done this offseason. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2, Minnesota came to terms with first-round guard Donovan Jackson, closing out the … [Read more...] about Vikings Sign G Donovan Jackson, Complete Rookie Class