All articles tagged with #wide receiver
According to Albert Breer, the Kansas City Chiefs aren’t pursuing A.J. Brown this offseason, with Brown expected to land with the New England Patriots after June 1. KC remains in need of receiver help amid Rashee Rice’s availability and depth questions at WR, and will likely explore other big-name options (e.g., Stefon Diggs, DeAndre Hopkins) or potential trades (like Kayshon Boutte) instead of meeting Brown’s price and drama.
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman, a 2024 second-round pick who has underwhelmed and faced benchings, says this season is make-or-break for him. With DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir likely to lead the WR group, he’ll compete with Josh Palmer and Skyler Bell for targets. Despite public backing from coach Joe Brady, QB Josh Allen, and others after owner Terry Pegula’s comments, Coleman’s roster fate will hinge on a significant on-field jump (he has 67 catches, 960 yards and 8 TD in 26 games).
Patriots wide receiver Romeo Doubs says he’s open to every role in New England’s offense if the team trades for A.J. Brown, a move that could shuffle him down the depth chart but aligns with his flexible, team-first mindset after signing a four-year, $68 million deal with the Patriots.
The Minnesota Vikings signed San Francisco 49ers WR Jauan Jennings to a one-year deal, reportedly beating out the Dolphins, Chiefs and Commanders for his signature. Jennings joins Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison to form a dangerous three-wideout corps; at 6‑2, 212 pounds he adds size as WR3 behind the star duo, with a path to bigger money next offseason if he performs.
The Minnesota Vikings signed veteran wideout Jauan Jennings to a one-year contract with an $8 million base (potentially $13 million with incentives). At 29, Jennings brings blocking and versatility, following a 2024 season with 77 catches for 975 yards and a career-high nine touchdowns last season, after logging 55 receptions for 643 yards. In 2025 he played 15 games without a 100-yard game but had seven red-zone touchdowns, tied for third in the league. Jennings should provide veteran depth behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison and bolster the run-blocking game in tight formations.
The Minnesota Vikings reportedly signed wide receiver Jauan Jennings to a one-year deal worth up to $13 million, addressing their need at receiver after Jalen Nailor left for the Raiders. Jennings, who had 643 receiving yards in 2025 and 975 yards in 2024 with the 49ers, visited Minnesota last week and will join Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison in a deeper WR group; base value and incentive structure weren’t disclosed.
Jaguars GM James Gladstone says Travis Hunter will play on both sides of the ball in 2026, with an expected uptick in cornerback usage while continuing his wide receiver duties. Hunter’s rookie season featured 28 receptions for 298 yards and a TD on offense and 15 tackles on defense before a season-ending knee injury; the team emphasizes Hunter’s dual-role fit and is prioritizing corner depth this season. He has expressed a long-standing desire to play both ways, and Jacksonville plans to support that to help win games.
Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich says first-round WR Matthew Golden should see a bigger role in 2026 as veteran departures create more opportunities, with Christian Watson and Jayden Reed stepping up and Tucker Kraft aiming for a full return from injury.
Green Bay expects Matthew Golden to take a bigger step in 2026 after a quiet rookie season and a reshuffled WR room that saw Romeo Doubs leave in free agency and Dontayvion Wicks traded. Golden flashed in camp and preseason but battled wrist and shoulder injuries in 14 regular-season games, finishing with 361 yards on 29 catches and no TDs. He did flash in the postseason with 84 yards on four receptions and his first TD in the wild-card loss to Chicago, and the Packers hope that performance carries over with Jayden Reed and Christian Watson forming the top trio.
A roundup of Eagles coverage focusing on Makai Lemon’s potential breakout after the 2026 draft, including ROY odds, scenarios if A.J. Brown is traded, Lemon’s potential targets behind DeVonta Smith on a run-heavy team, and related draft analysis from multiple outlets.
Former 49ers GM Scot McCloughan publicly endorses San Francisco’s pick of De’Zhaun Stribling at No. 33, arguing the 6'2
The Chiefs are in prime position for the 2027 NFL draft as the class promises high-end WR talent and a strong QB crop. With Rashee Rice entering the final year of his deal, plus ample top-100 picks (four) and multiple Day 3 selections, KC could add a franchise-altering receiver, bolster depth on defense, and use the coming draft to sustain its dynasty while maintaining salary-cap flexibility.
This piece previews 2026 NFL rookies and their potential fantasy impact based on landing spots, highlighting Saints’ Jordyn Tyson, Browns’ KC Concepcion, Falcons’ Zachariah Branch, Bills’ Skyler Bell, and Eagles’ Makai Lemon as top fantasy fits, while cautioning that Jets’ Kenyon Sadiq and Cardinals’ Jeremiyah Love face less favorable paths; the analysis notes these early takes may shift with coaching changes and injuries.
Dallas signed veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, 31, who split last season between the 49ers and Steelers, adding a seasoned playmaker to the Cowboys' receiving corps.
Pro Football Focus unveiled its way-too-early Big Board for the 2027 NFL Draft, highlighting a mix of offensive and defensive talents headlined by Jeremiah Smith (WR, Ohio State). The top-10 also features QBs Julian Sayin and Dante Moore, EDGE Colin Simmons, CB Leonard Moore, and Arch Manning, among others, with linemen and playmakers across the board noted as potential premium picks in the future. It’s an informal projection meant for planning, not a final ranking.