Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to definitively rank all 20 teams that missed the playoffs last year for the upcoming season, including the Raiders (5:28), Lions, (14:39), Jets (25), Vikings (47:51), Panthers (53:22) and many more.
Will Tom Brady and the defending Super Bowl champs win 11 games or more this season? NFL Nation reporters have their takes on prop bets for each team.
"The loser's got to get someone else a chain," the Giants running back said in February of their bet over Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. addressed his Giants exit in an interview with Complex, saying he had to leave New York because he "wasn't going to be able to reach my full potential there."
Several receivers are in line for lucrative contract extensions, but they aren't alone. Here's who could get paid before training camp begins.
Bill is joined by ESPN Texans reporter Sarah Barshop to weigh in on Houston abruptly firing their GM Brian Gaine (0:41), including the logic behind it and their pursuit of Patriots executive Nick Caserio (5:52). Plus, what their plans for the offseason are and how they're approaching Jadeveon Clowney's contract (11:12). New ESPN Browns reporter Jake Trotter also stops by to talk about Cleveland's offseason (24:09), including a potential breakout player (27:17), a positional group that may worry fans (31:19), expectations for their record (33:49), possible discord between players (38:08) and more.
Baker Mayfield proved he hasn't left the Red River Rivalry behind him, shutting down talk of Texas as a title contender and having especially harsh words for Longhorns QB Sam Ehlinger.
Baker Mayfield on doing a Super Bowl commercial with Tom Brady:
Baker Mayfield on the Browns changing their mentality from the past:
Did the Browns indeed have the best offseason? Which teams struggled to reach their goals? NFL Nation ranks them and looks toward training camp.
Could a former first-round selection be done with the Pittsburgh Steelers? NFL Nation picks a player on each team who might not make the opening day roster.
Randall Cobb and a 312-pound tight end lead a list of eye-opening performances from under-the-radar players this offseason.
From crushing injuries to brawls to dinosaur talk, the "Hard Knocks" spotlight is an unpredictable experience, as the Raiders will soon find out.
Adam Schefter talks to Jameis Winston about his budding relationship with Bruce Arians, how he's matured recently, Gerald McCoy going to Carolina & more (:39). Plus, Giants WR Sterling Shepard on filling the OBJ void (13:45) and your #AskAdam questions (27:10).
Sam Darnold has impressed this offseason, and Baker Mayfield is already the face of his franchise. Let's check in on the sophomore quarterbacks.
One of the big developments during Browns minicamp was the emergence of second-round pick Greedy Williams. The former LSU cornerback made several competitive plays, even when going up against Odell Beckham Jr. With Pro Bowler Denzel Ward on the other side, Cleveland has the potential to form a young, dynamic cornerback tandem for years to come. “My confidence level is high now," Williams said. "I'm doing what I do and having fun doing it."
Giants coach Pat Shurmer said Odell Beckham Jr.'s praise of Browns QB Baker Mayfield is more of him "getting comfortable with his guys" rather than a shot at Eli Manning.
The Browns signed offensive tackle Ka'John Armstrong on Thursday. Armstrong, an undrafted rookie out of Eastern Michigan, participated in minicamp this week on a tryout basis. The signing comes a day after the team released Desmond Harrison.
Odell Beckham Jr. on the third and final day of Browns minicamp
Odell Beckham seems to be rejuvenated by his new team, saying he's excited about the Browns' chances to "hang banners," QB Baker Mayfield and an overhauled passing attack.
Odell Beckham Jr., on learning the Browns offense. "I've always been a pretty smart guy when it comes to the playbook. ... so it won't be too hard to pick up."
Antonio Brown and Odell Beckham Jr. will have instant fantasy impact on their new teams, but who else is worth putting on your draft radar?
Before their second minicamp practice, the Browns released LT Desmond Harrison. After joining the Browns as an undrafted free agent last year, Harrison started the first eight games at left tackle. Harrison was not minicamp Tuesday. Coach Freddie Kitchens was asked about the absence and said Harrison had missed his flight and gotten to camp late.
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2(14) | Greedy Williams | CB | LSU |
| 3(16) | Sione Takitaki | OLB | BYU |
| 4(17) | Sheldrick Redwine | S | Miami (FL) |
| 5(17) | Mack Wilson | ILB | Alabama |
| 5(32) | Austin Seibert | PK | Oklahoma |
| 6(16) | Drew Forbes | OT | Southeast Missouri State |
| 7(7) | Donnie Lewis Jr. | CB | Tulane |
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 389 | 287 |
| Pittsburgh | 9 | 6 | 1 | .594 | 428 | 360 |
| Cleveland | 7 | 8 | 1 | .469 | 359 | 392 |
| Cincinnati | 6 | 10 | 0 | .375 | 368 | 455 |
