Weekend news
Chiefs: New stadium and upcoming move for the franchise?
JJ McCarthy not ready yet?
Despite being drafted in the first round, JJ McCarthy (QB, Vikings) is not currently Kirk Cousins' successor in Minnesota. Indeed, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell announced this Friday that Sam Darnold would be the starter for the start of training camp. (ESPN)
A specific salary cap for the quarterback position?
With Trevor Lawrence's recent extension, some NFL owners are concerned about the future demands of quarterbacks for their next contract. In two years for example, Brock Purdy (QB, 49ers) could demand – rightly – a contract much higher than that signed by the Jaguars player.
In a discussion on the NFL Network channel, journalist Tom Pelissero said that there are discussions between the owners to introduce this measure. However, the journalist remains measured, saying that it did not go any further. The reason is that most teams have already paid their quarterback for the long term.
Jets player arrested
On Sunday morning, Jets cornerback Tae Hayes was arrested in Alabama. The player was in possession of a quantity of marijuana. A bail of 300 dollars was enough to free him. The cornerback has already appeared 14 times in the NFL, notably with the Panthers. He signed with the Jets during the offseason with the aim of having a contract for the 2024 season
Transactions
The main signings of the day: Willington Previlon (DL, Steelers), Jacob Copeland (WR, Steelers)
In short
– Ex-Buccaneers receiver, Deven Thompkins counterattacks. The 24-year-old filed a complaint against his ex-wife who accused him of domestic violence last month. Thompkins is suing her for making false statements. (PFT)
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