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NFLTR Insider: Draft Rankins, Stafford, Hendrickson, Cowboys, Giants, Browns, Judon, Tush Push

February 25, 2025

Draft Big Board

Matthew Stafford

  • Rams QB Matthew Stafford reportedly wants to be paid what he's worth and Schrager says that number starts at $50 million per season. (NFLTR)

  • Four teams would have interest in Stafford should he become available.

Trey Hendrickson

  • Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson made it clear during a recent interview that he wants to remain in Cincinnati if possible.  (NFLTR)

  • However, Hendrickson admitted that they're in an "uncomfortable business negotiation" right now. 

Cowboys

  • Cowboys executive VP Stephen Jones didn't commit to anything regarding an extension for DE Micah Parsons but did say that he doesn't see "a lot of extenuating situations" that would prevent them from doing so. (NFLTR)

  • The Cowboys likely are not bringing back QB Trey Lance and could end up drafting a QB. (NFLTR)

  • The Cowboys have started contract talks with DT Osa Odighizuwa. (NFLTR)

Giants

  • Giants DE Kayvon Thibodeaux said he loves playing for New York and is hoping they can get a long-term deal worked out at some point. (NFLTR)

  • The Giants plan to schedule formal combine interviews with top quarterback prospects, including Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders. (NFLTR)

  • New York is hiring Iowa RB coach Ladell Betts to the same role on their staff. (NFLTR)

  • Offseason Primer: New York Giants

Browns

  • The Browns are in the market for a quarterback this offseason after QB Deshaun Watson suffered another significant injury.

  • According to one report, the Browns are eyeing Miami's Cam Ward and Falcons QB Kirk Cousins.  (NFLTR)

Buzz:

  • Broncos LBs coach Michael Wilhoite was arrested in Denver on suspicion of second-degree assault of a police officer. (NFLTR)

  • The Panthers announced they have informed LB Shaq Thompson he can enter free agency as they are moving in a different direction.  (NFLTR)

  • NFL Draft experts have weighed in on what position WR/CB Travis Hunter will play in the NFL. (NFLTR)

  • The Raiders are expected to “actively attempt” to trade up in the draft. (NFLTR)

  • The Packers reportedly proposed banning the tush-push quarterback sneak play. (NFLTR)

  • Falcons OLB Matt Judon’s camp has not heard from Atlanta as of a week ago, making it likely that the veteran tests free agency. (NFLTR)

  • Patriots’ free agency notes. (NFLTR)

  • A roundup of Panthers offseason notes. (NFLTR)

  • Some Browns’ offseason notes. (NFLTR)

  • Miami TE Elijah Arroyo is not participating in the NFL Scouting Combine this week due to a knee injury. (NFLTR)

  • Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty will skip the drills at the Combine and only participate in team interviews and medical testing. (NFLTR)

  • Penn State DE Abdul Carter will not work out at the NFL Scouting Combine this week. (NFLTR)

  • The Los Angeles Rams have officially announced their 2025 coaching staff. (NFLTR)

  • The Jaguars have officially announced their coaching staff for the 2025 season. (NFLTR)

  • Bengals are hiring former Eagles DC and Rams senior defensive assistant Sean Desai in a senior role on their defensive staff. (NFLTR)

  • The Bills have announced four additions to their coaching staff. (NFLTR)

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