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2 days ago
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Bills rumors: What James Cook's hold-in is ‘designed' to do
The post Bills rumors: What James Cook's hold-in is 'designed' to do appeared first on ClutchPoints. One question on every Buffalo Bills fan's mind as training camp continues is whether the team will work out a new contract with running back James Cook. Cook is currently holding out of practices in hopes of a new extension, one that Buffalo has been reluctant to provide up to this point. However, recently, NFL insider Dianna Russini of The Athletic provided a positive update that should ease Bills fans' concerns. 'I don't get the sense the gap in negotiations between James Cook and the Bills is as large as other notable hold-ins around the league,' reported Russini on X, formerly Twitter. She also noted that 'Cook's decision to sit out Bills practices is designed to get this deal across the finish line. We'll see if the two sides can come to an agreement.' Cook initially partook in training camp activities before his holding out process began over the weekend. A key member of the Bills Dan Orlovsky of ESPN recently called James Cook the second most important member of the Bills' offense during an appearance on NFL Live, and it's difficult to come up with a retort to that statement. Number one in that category of course would be quarterback Josh Allen, who won the first MVP award of his career last seasn, helping the Bills perform well above expectations in the process and leading them to an appearance in the AFC Championship Game. However, there can be no denying just how important Cook is to what the Bills do on offense, showing immense versatility not only as a runner but also in the passing game, helping to constantly keep opposing defenses off balance. At this point, it remains unclear just exactly how far apart Cook and the Bills are in their contract talks, but according to Russini's report, there is at least some room for optimism on that front. A similar sentiment was echoed by NFL reporter Tom Pelissero earlier in the week. In any case, the Bills are set to kick off their 2025 season at home against the Baltimore Ravens in a playoff rematch on September 7 in prime time. Related: NFL rumors: Rams' Kyren Williams contract could spark Bills' James Cook deal Related: Bills RB James Cook's value gets '2nd most important' endorsement from NFL Insider
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2 days ago
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Commanders rumors: How Washington feels about Terry McLaurin trade
The post Commanders rumors: How Washington feels about Terry McLaurin trade appeared first on ClutchPoints. After lengthy, contentious negotiations, Terry McLaurin has made it clear he no longer wants to be a part of the Washington Commanders. McLaurin reportedly requested a trade from Washington yesterday amid a prolonged battle with the team over a contract extension. However, the Commanders, according to The Athletic's Nicki Jhabvala and Dianna Russini, don't want to or have plans to trade the All-Pro wide receiver. 'All indications to this point have been that the Commanders are not interested in trading McLaurin; several teams that called Washington about the receiver before his trade request on Thursday were told the team will not trade him, per multiple league sources. 'But McLaurin's age is a sticking point in negotiations. He will turn 30 on Sept. 15, which means a new deal would kick in the season he turns 31. A multi-year deal would take him into his mid-30s, an age when receivers have historically faced a sharp decline in their production and availability.' McLaurin's contract situation appears to be the classic case of balancing past production and future production. If it were solely based on what McLaurin has done over the first six seasons of his NFL career, signing McLaurin would be a no-brainer; he has surpassed 1,000 receiving yards every season except as a rookie, when he fell 81 yards short. He has also played all 17 games for each of the past four years, and this past season, he instantly became rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels' favorite option and, as a result, caught a career-high 13 touchdown passes. However, teams are increasingly hesitant to commit money to players in their 30s, particularly at skill positions. And while McLaurin has played all but a handful of games in his career, the Commanders surely are worried that the wear and tear of being the team's go-to wideout for six or more years will eventually be too much for the Ohio State product. McLaurin carries a $25.5 million cap hit this season and would be an unrestricted free agent next spring if he cannot come to an agreement on an extension. If the Commanders were to trade McLaurin, he would carry an $8.4 million dead cap this season and $5.6 million next year, the latter of which the Commanders will have on the books regardless as a void year. Related: 3 best Terry McLaurin trade destinations after Commanders trade request Related: 1 undeniable fact Commanders' Terry McLaurin faces in extension desire
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2 days ago
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Commanders rumors: Terry McLaurin wants ‘parts' of DK Metcalf's contract
The post Commanders rumors: Terry McLaurin wants 'parts' of DK Metcalf's contract appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Washington Commanders are in a difficult situation with receiver Terry McLaurin. Washington's star wide receiver recently requested a trade amid his contract dispute with the team. Now new details are emerging that shed some light on what exactly he wants in a new contract. The Athletic's Dianna Russini shared some details about what she's hearing related to McLaurin's contract dispute with the Commanders. Russini pushed back on the narrative that McLaurin is seeking an identical contract to Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf. 'I know there's some talk out there that Terry McLaurin is looking for an identical contract to DK Metcalf,' Russini said via Scoop City on Tuesday. 'I heard there's parts of that contract that he's looking for, but that doesn't necessarily mean [he wants] the exact APY.' The Steelers signed Metcalf to a four-year, $132 million contract after acquiring him in a trade earlier this offseason. It is easy to understand why McLaurin would want a contract similar to Metcalf's, even if it is not identical. McLaurin has been a reliable receiver for Washington ever since joining the team in 2019. He has put up at least 1,000 receiving yards every season since 2020. McLaurin is everything an NFL team could want from a veteran wide receiver. What is Terry McLaurin's leverage over Commanders in contract negotiations? Does McLaurin have enough leverage to force the Commanders to give him a new contract? ESPN's Dan Graziano certainly thinks so. Graziano explained in a recent article that Washington's offense would be very different without McLaurin. As such, he has some pretty significant leverage that could help get a deal done before the regular season. 'McLaurin's leverage, to the extent that he has any, appears to be that they clearly need him if they want to operate their offense,' Graziano wrote. 'He has been upfront with the coaching staff about what's going on. He informed Quinn of the trade request before it became public. Daniels said the two of them have been talking a lot and watching film together. So whenever the standoff ends or McLaurin decides to start practicing, it shouldn't take long for things to rev back up. In the meantime, it's the one negative storyline that's cropped up around this team since Quinn and general manager Adam Peters came in last offseason.' Hopefully both sides can agree on a new contract very soon. Otherwise, this dispute could drag into the regular season. Related: What Commanders' Jayden Daniels 'knows' about Terry McLaurin trade drama Related: The biggest surprise from Commanders' first unofficial depth chart of 2025 NFL season
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2 days ago
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Commanders rumors: Why everybody is still ‘feeling good' about Terry McLaurin situation
The post Commanders rumors: Why everybody is still 'feeling good' about Terry McLaurin situation appeared first on ClutchPoints. All eyes are on the Washington Commanders right now after Terry McLaurin requested a trade amid his contract dispute with the franchise. However, despite the concerns, rumors suggest that the organization is feeling positive about McLaurin's situation. There is some speculation that the Commanders, along with McLaurin's representation, feel optimistic that a deal will eventually come to fruition, said JP Finlay of NBC Sports in a discussion he had with The Athletic's Dianna Russini. From the sounds of it, both sides appear to want to reach a deal. 'Everyone feels good that this is going to get done, it's just when and how do they land there…Yes, he asked for a trade, but does anybody really think he wants to go somewhere else? No.' Rumors suggest that Terry McLaurin is seeking a contract similar to the one DK Metcalf got from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Metcalf signed a four-year, $132 million extension with $60 million guaranteed after being traded to Pittsburgh. So, we'll see if that's something the Commanders give McLaurin. The 29-year-old wide receiver experienced another fantastic season in the 2024-25 campaign with Jayden Daniels stepping in at quarterback. He was able to reach the 1,000-yard mark for the fifth time in his career while also recording a career high in touchdowns. Terry McLaurin ended last season with 82 receptions, 1,096 receiving yards, and 13 touchdown grabs. Assuming he returns to Washington next season, we should expect those kinds of numbers from McLaurin once again. Even with Deebo Samuel likely receiving his fair share of targets as well. Overall, the Commanders are in a position to make some noise next season, as the front office managed to improve the roster around its young quarterback. It's still early in August, but getting Terry McLaurin signed to a new contract is likely one of the top priorities right now for the club. Ideally, they'll have him signed soon; if not, then a potential trade could happen. The Commanders are set to take on the New York Giants in Week 1 in the season opener, with or without McLaurin. Related: Jayden Daniels' fantasy football outlook for 2025 NFL season Related: What Commanders' Jayden Daniels 'knows' about Terry McLaurin trade drama
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5 days ago
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NBA star Jayson Tatum attends New England Patriots training camp as he recovers from Achilles surgery
Jayson Tatum was spotted at New England Patriots' training camp (Image via Instagram / @jaytatum0) The New England Patriots are currently in training camp as they prepare for the 2025 NFL season. Boston Celtics player Jayson Tatum was recently spotted at the training camp on Wednesday. The NBA great is now recovering from a recent surgery. He had surgery to repair his Achilles tendon a day after the injury. While his recovery schedule may prevent him from playing throughout the season, initial indications are that he's making satisfactory progress. Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum shows support at New England Patriots camp during Achilles recovery The Boston Celtics standout Jayson Tatum was a special guest at the New England Patriots' practice on Wednesday. According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic on X, Jayson Tatum was spotted walking casually. He is recovering from an Achilles injury which he suffered in the Boston Celtics' playoff defeat at the hands of the New York Knicks. With new head coach Mike Vrabel, who was brought in to replace Jerod Mayo after only one season, New England will try to get back into the playoff mix for the first time since the 2021 season. Meanwhile, it's not unusual that the Boston Celtics star attended the New England Patriots and Washington Commanders' combined training camp session. Throughout the past two years, New England quarterback Drake Maye has been spotted at multiple Boston Celtics games, demonstrating the NBA legends' support for one another. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Watching Videos Can Boost Your Income TheDaddest Undo Jayson Tatum was spotted walking without support after undergoing surgery in May to repair a torn right Achilles tendon . He sustained the injury during Boston's Eastern Conference semifinal loss to the New York Knicks. He was hurt after he rushed for a loose ball during a non-contact play. He missed the rest of the playoffs and possibly the entire 2025-26 season due to the surgery. An MRI confirmed the injury. Achilles rupture recovery usually takes nine to twelve months. Jayson Tatum in action (Image via Instagram / @jaytatum0) Meanwhile, New England sports fans were happy to report that Jayson Tatum was spotted in practice and appeared to be healing well. Even though there is no timetable for his return, sources say that the Boston Celtics superstar could come back at the end of the ongoing regular season or during the playoffs next year. Also read: Jayson Tatum hosts 5th annual foundation golf tournament in St. Louis to empower youth and support future community programs Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
