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New Eagles QB Kenny Pickett on reports of his Steelers exit: 'I'm confident in the way I handled it'

After a rocky end to his time in Pittsburgh, Kenny Pickett is ready to turn the page following his trade to Philadelphia. “Just think this is a good reset,” Pickett said Monday. “Just a chance to play on this team in that quarterback room with a couple of great guys, helping those guys out any way…

Rams agree to terms with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on one-year deal

Jimmy Garoppolo is staying out west. The Rams have agreed to terms with the quarterback on a one-year deal, NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo and NFL Network’s Peter Schrager reported Friday, per sources. Garoppolo spent 2023 trying to prove his continued worth as a starter during a disastrous 2023 season with the Raiders. After signing…

Cowboys release LB Leighton Vander Esch, WR Michael Gallup 

Leighton Vander Esch‘s time in Dallas is over. The Cowboys are releasing the veteran linebacker and wide receiver Michael Gallup, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported. Vander Esch’s release came with a failed physical designation, and Gallup is being let go with a post-June 1 designation, the team later announced. Vander Esch’s career…

Aaron Donald's NFL career marked by astonishing run of dominance, Super Bowl brilliance with Rams

When the Los Angeles Rams honored Aaron Donald‘s retirement Friday afternoon, the social media post was headlined “Quarterbacks Rejoice.” There isn’t a more accurate way to sum up Donald’s decade of dominance and disruption as one of the best interior defensive linemen in history. Take it from Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, who had the…

Steelers trading QB Kenny Pickett to Eagles, clearing way for Russell Wilson to start

Pittsburgh’s signing of Russell Wilson prompted an unexpected end to Kenny Pickett‘s tenure in the Steel City. The Steelers are expected to trade Pickett and a fourth-round draft pick (No. 120) to the Philadelphia Eagles, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Friday. Pittsburgh will receive a third-round pick (No. 98) and the Eagles’ highest…

Russell Wilson focused on helping Steelers win, not QB battle with Kenny Pickett

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was published before the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to trade quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday afternoon. Russell Wilson joined the Pittsburgh Steelers for a shot to start under center, but the former Pro Bowler said Friday that isn’t where his focus is.  “I come in with the mindset…

NFL community reacts to Aaron Donald's retirement on social media

Sign up now for NFL+ Premium to watch all of Aaron Donald’s best career moments, including Rams game replays, full episodes of “Hard Knocks” and his appearances on “Top 100 Players.” Eight-time All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald announced his retirement from football on Friday after 10 seasons in the NFL, concluding the career of one…

Rams 8-time All-Pro DT Aaron Donald announces retirement after 10 seasons in NFL

Sign up now for NFL+ Premium to watch all of Aaron Donald’s best career moments, including Rams game replays, full episodes of “Hard Knocks” and his appearances on “Top 100 Players.” A decade of Hall of Fame-level dominance is coming to an end. Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald announced his retirement on Friday…

Russell Wilson can get back on Hall of Fame track in Pittsburgh; plus, five underrated free-agent signings

Russell Wilson can get back on Hall of Fame track in Pittsburgh; plus, five underrated free-agent signings

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was published before the Chicago Bears agreed to trade quarterback Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday. Former NFL player and scout Bucky Brooks knows the ins and outs of this league, providing keen insight in his notebook. Today’s installment covers: Five underrated signings in the opening wave of free…

NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Friday, March 15

NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Friday, March 15

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com’s transaction hub for a daily breakdown. NOTE: Teams listed in alphabetical order READ: Free agency tracker Arizona Cardinals SIGNINGS DL Khyiris Tonga Carolina Panthers SIGNINGS OLB K’Lavon Chaisson is signing a one-year deal that’s worth up…