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7 days ago
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Raiders sign ex-Broncos draft pick after WR impressed in UFL
The Las Vegas Raiders are bringing in a former Denver Broncos draft pick ahead of training camp. The Raiders made five signings on Tuesday, including wide receiver Seth Williams. The 25-year-old receiver entered the league as a sixth-round pick out of Auburn with the Broncos in 2021. He spent most of his rookie season on Denver's practice squad, hauling in one catch for 34 yards in two appearances that season. Williams was cut by the Broncos during the 2022 offseason, and he then had stints with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Dallas Cowboys before joining the UFL's DC Defenders ahead of the 2025 spring season. He totaled 11 receptions for 170 yards and two touchdowns in four games with DC this spring before landing with the Raiders. Las Vegas also signed ex-Denver receiver Phillip Dorsett, and the Raiders' biggest move going into camp was the addition of ex-Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams. Elsewhere on the ex-Bronco front, tight end Noah Fant worked out for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being released by the Seahawks earlier this week. Fant shouldn't have too much trouble landing on his feet. Social: Follow Broncos Wire on Facebook and Twitter/X! Did you know: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
22-07-2025
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Panthers cut ex-Broncos LB for heartbreaking reason
The Carolina Panthers made a surprise move on Tuesday, releasing veteran linebacker Josey Jewell. The reason for his release is a reminder of the harsh realities of the potential side effects of playing in the NFL. Jewell, 30, suffered a concussion on Dec. 22, 2024, and he is still experiencing concussion symptoms seven months later, according to Anthony Rizzuti of Panthers Wire. The Panthers' website wrote that Jewell "wanted to prioritize his health and recovery and be considerate of his teammates," indicating that the linebacker was part of the decision to step away from the team. If he recovers, Jewell might re-sign with the Panthers down the road. Jewell originally entered the league as a fourth-round draft pick out of Iowa with the Denver Broncos in 2018. After spending the first six years of his career in Denver, Jewell signed with Carolina in 2024. Broncos Country wishes him the best in his recovery from the concussion symptoms. Elsewhere on the ex-Bronco front, former third-round pick McTelvin Agim signed with the Cincinnati Bengals, and K.J. Cloyd, who was cut by Denver in May, worked out for the Green Bay Packers this week. Social: Follow Broncos Wire on Facebook and Twitter/X! Did you know: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
20-07-2025
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Quarterback signs with Bengals 2 months after backing out of Broncos tryout
Desmond Ridder apparently does want to continue playing professional football. Two months ago, the Denver Broncos invited Ridder to try out for the team at rookie minicamp. Ridder was initially expected to attend, but he backed out due to a "scheduling conflict." Denver then pivoted and brought Ian Book to rookie camp on a tryout basis instead. Broncos coach Sean Payton seemed to hint that Ridder was facing uncertainty about his football future. "Obviously, Desmond had decided… I think he's possibly thinking about what he wants to do with his career," Payton said in May. Just over two months later, the 25-year-old quarterback has now agreed to sign with the Cincinnati Bengals. Ridder will now compete for the backup spot behind Joe Burrow with Jake Browning and Logan Woodside. Meanwhile, on the ex-Bronco front, pass rusher Jaylon Allen worked out for the Arizona Cardinals last week. Social: Follow Broncos Wire on Facebook and Twitter/X! Did you know: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
USA Today
11-03-2025
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Cowboys News Headlines: OL added late Monday, Cooper Kupp chances, Dowdle done in Dallas?
Cowboys News Headlines: OL added late Monday, Cooper Kupp chances, Dowdle done in Dallas? Monday was a very busy day around the league as the unofficial start of free agency got underway, and the Cowboys actually made a handful of moves, though not all of them were popular ones. Losing cornerback Jourdan Lewis is going to hurt, and replacing him won't be at all easy, especially given the team's current depth at the position. Chauncey Golston and Chuma Edoga are also set to join new clubs... and Rico Dowdle may be joining them after Dallas came to terms with a similar running back on the first day of "legal tampering." Also added, a 17-game starter along the offensive line and the long snapper who's already been in the building for several seasons. Meanwhile, we get Micah Parsons's three-letter reaction to one Commanders move, Cooper Kupp could still be in play for the Cowboys' WR2 role, and we dig into whether newly re-signed Markquese Bell is ready for a starting role at safety. We look at what his new contract could say about Donovan Wilson, we sift through the list of best available free agents after Day One, and a former Cowboy could be meeting back up with some very familiar faces as he attempts an NFL comeback. Cowboys signing OL Robert Jones to one-year deal :: Pro Football Rumors Link The Cowboys did some late-night business Monday by agreeing to add offensive lineman Rob Jones. The 26-year-old has been with Miami for four seasons and made 30 starts, including every game last year. Jones will come to Dallas on a one-year contract worth up to $4.75 million. Cowboys lose integral CB to Jaguars in $30 million free agency deal :: Cowboys Wire Link Jourdan Lewis will become the NFL's top-paid nickel corner with a $30 million three-year deal from Jacksonville. A leader both on the field and in the Cowboys locker room, Lewis saw four different defensive coordinators come and go in Dallas over eight seasons. Cowboys wanted Jourdan Lewis back. Losing the veteran puts Dallas in a bind at key spot :: Dallas Morning News Link The Jags' offer to Lewis proved to be far more than the Cowboys were reportedly willing to part with to keep him. 'God's timing,'' Lewis said on social media. Now Dallas may open the 2025 season without two of their top three corners from last year. Trevon Diggs is rehabbing, leaving DaRon Bland the only proven starter remaining. If the team doesn't dip into the free-agent market to replace Lewis, selecting at least one corner in the April draft — arguably in the first two days — becomes imperative. Cowboys to grab former Broncos 2nd-round RB on cheap, prove-it free agency deal :: Cowboys Wire Link Dallas got in on the first day of signings, but elected not to break the bank. The team agreed to a one-year deal with Javonte Williams for a reported $3 million. The ex-Bronco had over 1,200 yards from scrimmage as a rookie in 2021, but he hasn't been quite the same since a knee injury the following season. He may serve the role of the grinder out of the Cowboys backfield as the entire RB room undergoes a huge makeover. Cowboys agree to deal with running back Javonte Williams. Is Rico Dowdle's time in Dallas done? :: Fort Worth Star-Telegram Link Dowdle is expected to earn a deal in the neighborhood of $6 million per season, likely pricing him out of Dallas. A team source has hinted that Dowdle's time with the team is indeed over. The Cowboys will remain players to land a running back in the draft, having met formally with several of the top options at the scouting combine. Report: Key piece of Cowboys' OL depth to depart in free agency :: Cowboys Wire Link Chuma Edoga, who has filled in at both guard and tackle for the Cowboys over the past two years, is headed to Jacksonville. The veteran started 10 games in a Cowboys uniform and proved to be a versatile depth piece up front. Golston to join G-Men :: Tom Pelissero Cowboys win big with preemptive free agent signings :: Cowboys Wire Link While the Cowboys didn't make headlines with a big free agency splash on Day One, they did come into the week having already made deals to retain some key players. Not letting Osa Odighizuwa, Brock Hoffman, Markquese Bell, or KaVontae Turpin hit the open market shouldn't be overlooked as fans grade their teams' roster moves. Cooper Kupp landing spots: Best fits for All-Pro WR who's set to be released if Rams can't find trade partner :: CBS Sports Link Whispers about 2021's Offensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl LVI MVP coming to Dallas will only get louder with news that the Rams say they will release Kupp on Wednesday if they cannot find a trade partner for him before then. The Cowboys need reinforcements around CeeDee Lamb, and Kupp's college mentor is now on Brian Schottenheimer's staff. Cowboys sign key member of special teams kicking operation to 3-year contract :: Cowboys Wire Link For the second year in a row, long snapper Trent Sieg was the Cowboys' first signing of the free agency period. This time, it's on a three-year contract worth $4.45 million. Sieg has proven to be a valuable component of the Cowboys' kicking battery, helping punter Bryan Anger and phenom placekicker Brandon Aubrey lead their respective positions. Micah Parsons was not happy about Laremy Tunsil Commanders trade :: Link The Texans sent the monster offensive tackle to Washington, where the Cowboys will see him twice a season from now on. Tunsil ranked fourth in the league in pass blocking, allowing just two sacks all season. Parsons reacted on social media with just three letters: "WTF," he posted on X. 7th-year, $24 million starter's job now in jeopardy after Cowboys spend some cash :: Cowboys Wire Link The team wanting to keep Markquese Bell isn't a surprise, but their financial commitment could signal expectations of a much bigger role. Heavy hitter Donovan Wilson is coming off a noticeably down year; his inconsistency may open the door for Bell to get more playing time and set the stage for his own departure from Dallas. Is Markquese Bell ready to compete for a starting job on the Dallas Cowboys' defense? :: Cowboys Wire Link Bell saw just six percent of the team's defensive snaps last season, so it may be premature to assume his new deal automatically pencils him in as a starter at safety. The Cowboys may simply want to lock him in as a more-than-capable backup and special-teams contributor, knowing he can also moonlight at linebacker-type duties in certain packages. Dallas has questions there, too. Who are the best available NFL free agents? Aaron Rodgers, Stefon Diggs among the big names :: The Athletic Link As the first day of legal tampering ended, there were still plenty of players available who should be of interest to the Cowboys. Jonathan Allen, Javon Hargrave, or Dalvin Tomlinson could turn the Dallas D-line into an area of strength overnight. Stefon Diggs, Amari Cooper, and Tyler Lockett are still very capable WR2s. And Za'Darius Smith, Joey Bosa, and Von Miller could all be worth kicking the tires on to see what they have left. Yes, the Cowboys can attack 2025 free agency with urgency as well as frugality. Will they? :: Cowboys Wire Link This year's free agent class has a deep pool of affordable role players at positions where the Cowboys should be looking. That should help them stick to their usual plan of letting the market come to them after the initial frenzy, yet still come away with quality talent. They can certainly be more active than last year without changing their identity. Former Cowboys WR set to visit division rival :: Ian Rapoport The Cowboys are in need of linebackers and these free agents might help :: Cowboys Wire Link The team's top options at linebacker are currently rehabbing injury, on the free agent block, or inexperienced. The front office should look at veteran options like Jack Sandborn and Kyzir White.
USA Today
12-02-2025
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Darren Mougey's first signing with the Jets is a former Broncos player
Brace yourselves, there's likely more of this to come. After leaving the Denver Broncos to become the new general manager of the New York Jets, Darren Mougey recently made his first signing as a GM. Last week, the Jets signed former Broncos fullback/tight end Andrew Beck to a one-year contract, according to KPRC2-TV's Aaron Wilson. Beck, who played in Denver from 2019-2022, is the first ex-Bronco to reunite with Mougey, but he likely won't be the last. Beck, 28, is a hybrid fullback/tight end who hauled in 14 receptions for 159 yards and one touchdown in four years (51 games) in Denver. He has since spent time with the Houston Texans and Green Bay Packers. Mougey, 39, worked for the Broncos from 2012-2024, working his way up from scouting intern to assistant GM before leaving for a promotion in New York. He has extension knowledge of Denver's players, including the list of 19 players scheduled to become free agents in March. Don't be surprised if the Jets add more former Broncos this offseason.
