NFL Trade Rumors

Commanders Commanders second-round DT Johnny Newton said being drafted by Washington was a “dream come true.” Even though falling to the second round put a chip on his shoulder. “Kids dream about this. I still feel like a kid, you know,” Newton said, via Commanders Wire. “It’s actually real. I’ve been playing football since I was five. So to be here is actually like a dream … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Daniel Jones, Darren Waller, Commanders, Eagles, Giants

Cowboys When surveying NFL executives, coaches, and scouts about the NFL’s top-10 receivers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN ranks Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb at No. 4 after leading the league in receptions last season. Fowler cites an anonymous NFL scouting director who praised his ability to move around in Dallas’ offense and win “critical situations.” “He was able to move around the … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: CeeDee Lamb, Malik Nabers, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants

Commanders Commanders CB Emmanuel Forbes is getting a fresh opportunity with a new staff to prove why he was drafted in the first round. Defensive pass game coordinator Jason Simmons said he plans to get to know Forbes better to make his teachings more relatable to him. “I want to get to know what makes (Forbes) tick. I want to learn how his mind works,” Simmons said via the … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Emmanuel Forbes, Commanders, Cowboys, Eagles

Cowboys Cowboys QB Trey Lance is entering the final season of his rookie contract after the team declined his fifth-year option. Lance discussed how he’s preparing for the upcoming season and touched on a mechanical change that’s helped his performance.  “I’ve got no reason not to [be here],” Lance said, via ESPN’s Todd Archer. “I think of it that way. I guess I’m not in any … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Trey Lance, Kelee Ringo, Cowboys, Eagles, Giants

Eagles When surveying NFL executives, coaches, and scouts about the NFL’s top-10 receivers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN ranks Eagles WR A.J. Brown at No. 6 after posting consecutive 1,400-yard seasons in his first two years with the team. Fowler cites an anonymous AFC executive who praised Brown’s blend of size, athleticism, and skill.  “Rare blend of excellent size, athleticism and … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Saquon Barkley, A.J. Brown, Eagles, Giants