Even with the NFL offseason in a sluggish interval, loads stays unresolved.
Under, we take a look at 5 lingering questions as organized workforce actions (OTAs) get underway.
Rice was recently jailed for violating probation stemming from an arrest for a 2024 multi-car crash when testing optimistic for marijuana, one other off-field setback for the 2023 second-round choose who has solely performed in 12 video games the previous two seasons. The NFL released a statement saying its conscious of the event however declined to reveal data on any potential self-discipline.
Rice was beforehand suspended six video games at first of the 2025 season for his position within the accident, with authorities alleging Rice and one other driver brought on the collision when racing at excessive speeds. For the Chiefs, the newest mark in opposition to Rice may push them nearer to say “sufficient is sufficient” and search for a extra dependable goal. Intriguing choices exist in free company, with former Chiefs wideout Tyreek Hill a logical potential addition. However no doable improve affords as a lot as pleasure as the potential of Kansas Metropolis buying and selling for Brown.
The Eagles huge receiver has lengthy been linked to the New England Patriots for a possible post-June 1 commerce, however the Chiefs ought to do their due diligence on what it could take to persuade Philadelphia to make a cope with them as an alternative. Sports activities Illustrated NFL insider Albert Breer mentioned the likelihood on “The Breer Report” podcast, finally saying he does not imagine a deal would get finished.
“However I feel for those who’re the Chiefs,” Breer clarified, “it’s a must to take a look at all these items going ahead as a result of Rashee Rice clearly seems like someone that you haven’t been in a position to depend on.” (h/t Bleacher Report)
Earlier this week, second-year Saints coach Kellen Moore and longtime common supervisor Mickey Loomis addressed operating again Alvin Kamara’s standing with the workforce for 2026 after New Orleans signed Travis Etienne to a four-year, $48M contract in free company, suggesting his place on the roster is way from safe.
Moore famous the workforce is “getting shut” to an answer with OTAs starting subsequent Wednesday (Could 27), whereas Loomis added, “We’re simply making an attempt to see how he is going to slot in our roster.
“And clearly there is a useful resource administration aspect to it, and we’ll get to that over the subsequent week or two,” Loomis continued.
Kamara is not the one longtime Saints veteran with an unsure future. Defensive finish Cameron Jordan, who had 10.5 sacks final season, stays a free agent.
Loomis mentioned that the workforce prolonged a suggestion to the 15-year veteran, however with it remaining unsigned, Jordan could also be ready for a much bigger payday from New Orleans…or one other workforce.
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