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The Bengals are going without Markus Bailey's experience on special teams this coming season after Ian Rapoport reported the Cardinals signed him to a one-year deal.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 30

Ian Rapoport sends clear message regarding 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel

One thing is clear: Ian Rapoport expects Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel to be on the San Francisco 49ers roster when the team takes the field in Week 1 of the 2024 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / April 29

Cowboys' reunion with Ezekiel Elliott brings mixed bag of expectations ahead of 2024 NFL season

The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to terms with Ezekiel Elliott, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport. The deal is reported to be a one-year contract bringing back Zeke to the franchise that drafted him fourth overall.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Talk / April 27

Payton Wilson's injury history dropped him to Steelers late in third round

North Carolina State linebacker Payton Wilson was one of the best prospects at his position. Six linebackers, though, went before him in the first three rounds of the draft.

Ian Rapoport names potential landing spots for Spencer Rattler, explains why he could fall out of 2nd round

After a run on quarterbacks to start the 2024 NFL Draft, it looks like there will be a gap between QB6 and QB7. Bo Nix went to the Denver Broncos at No.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

Draft Rumors: Bills, Colts, Patriots, Steelers, Titans

Earlier in the day, Ian Rapoport reported that the Bills were getting interest from teams looking to trade up to No. 33 overall to open round two. According to Tony Pauline, the Bills are considering receivers Adonai Mitchell and Keon Coleman should they hold on to the pick.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 26

Rapoport discusses challenges of trading 49ers WR Deebo Samuel

According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, trading San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel may prove more difficult than anticipated. During an appearance on the Rich Eisen show on Friday morning, Rapoport elaborated on the obstacles involved.

Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

Bills Receiving Trade Calls For No. 33 Pick

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Bills are receiving calls from interested teams in trading up No. 33 overall. According to Rapoport, there are a “few” players the Bills really like and are under consideration to open the second round.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 25

Rapoport: Brandon Aiyuk's status 'firmly up in the air' as 49ers near draft

NFL insider Ian Rapoport joined NFL Network ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, which kicks off in a couple of hours, and provided an update on San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk amid several trade rumors.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / 5 GOATs / April 25

Ian Rapoport: Pittsburgh Steelers ‘have made phone calls’ about potential trade up in NFL Draft

With Caleb Williams as the heavy favorite to become the No. 1 overall pick in Thursday night’s NFL Draft, all eyes are on what happens next. There’s a slew of talent on the board, and the sense is it could be an active night from a trade standpoint.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / April 25

Rapoport: Steelers Calling Teams About Trading Up

The Pittsburgh Steelers are working the phones and are trying to move up in the 2024 NFL Draft, according to Ian Rapoport and Todd McShay. Rapoport notes that the Steelers are one of many teams that want to move up to land a player, while there is a robust market to trade back.

NFL News / ClutchPoints / April 24

Ian Rapoport pushes back on massive QB run ahead of draft

To say that the 2024 NFL Draft Class is loaded with talent at the signal caller spot is an understatement. Front offices have a chance to snag generational talents that might be one-of-one to Heisman Trophy finalists.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23

Why Ian Rapoport believes Brandon Aiyuk might stay with 49ers

Brandon Aiyuk has been clear about his desire to receive fair compensation from the San Francisco 49ers—or any NFL team, for that matter. "I'm trying to get what I deserve," Aiyuk said last month on a podcast.

NFL News / ClutchPoints / April 22

Ian Rapoport shuts down Deion Sanders’ NFL Draft claim: ‘It’s a draft myth’

With the 2024 NFL Draft beginning on Thursday in Detroit, Michigan, there are plenty of rumors circulating and trades being discussed every day. On the other hand, players’ draft rankings are changing rapidly as teams make their final decisions on which direction to go in.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 16

Rapoport: 49ers send clear message to teams inquiring about Brandon Aiyuk

Ian Rapoport didn't offer much of an update on the ongoing contract negotiations between the San Francisco 49ers and their standout wide receiver, Brandon Aiyuk.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 16

Draft Watch: 49ers hosting Kentucky LB Trevin Wallace

NFL insider Ian Rapoport reports that the San Francisco 49ers are hosting former Kentucky linebacker Trevin Wallace on a pre-draft visit today and tomorrow.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 15

Patriots Hosting Washington QB Michael Penix, Jr. For Visit On Monday, Set To Visit Commanders Tuesday & Wednesday

The New England Patriots are set to host Washington QB Michael Penix, Jr. for a dinner meeting with the team on Monday, according to Ian Rapoport. Penix will also have a top-30 visit with the team tomorrow in Foxboro.

Kansas City Chiefs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 15

Texas DT T’Vondre Sweat Visiting Broncos & Chiefs

According to Ian Rapoport, Texas DT T’Vondre Sweat is going on official 30 visits with the Broncos and Chiefs. Sweat has been a busy prospect with several

NFL News / Dice City Sports / April 13

Raiders could be eyeing star QB in free agency for 2025

The Raiders are in need of a franchise QB but they might have to wait to get one. With the Raiders selecting at number twelve in the draft, that might be too late.

New York Giants News / 5 GOATs / April 11

New York Giants sign free agent defensive tackle Jordan Phillips

Former Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Jordan Phillips isn’t staying with the team for the 2024 season, but he’s officially sticking around New York. The New York Giants are reportedly signing Phillips to a new deal according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.

Cleveland Browns News / Gridiron Heroics / April 11

Report: Cleveland Browns Reach ‘Fair’ Deal To Give Rehabbing Star Pay Cut To Protect From ‘Bad Investment’

Early Thursday morning, Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reported that the Cleveland Browns “reworked” Nick Chubb’s contract. Rapoport and the NFL Network provided some interesting commentary on why the Browns decided to reach a “fair” deal with Chubb.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / March 21

Steelers Host Versatile DL Darius Robinson for Visit

The Pittsburgh Steelers hosted Missouri defensive lineman Darius Robinson for a visit, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Robinson continues the string of defensive linemen that the Steelers have hosted or scheduled for visits along with Braden Fiske and Khristian Boyd.

College Football News / Yardbarker / March 4

NFL Scouting Combine risers and fallers: 10 prospects whose stocks soared, plummeted in Indianapolis

Before turning our attention to the next phase of the pre-draft process, here are 10 players whose stocks either raised or dropped this past week.

Takeaways from Day 1 of the combine

...and from Day 2

...and from Day 3

Watch: Texas WR Xavier Worthy officially breaks the 40-yard dash record

Michigan RB Blake Corum compared to this NFL great by Skip Bayless

NFL News / 5 GOATs / March 3

Ian Rapoport reveals which prospects raised their draft stock at NFL Scouting Combine

The NFL Scouting Combine has officially come to an end in Indianapolis as this year’s top NFL prospects from the college level put on a show and showed off their skills in front of the league’s top evaluators.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Pro Football Rumors / March 1

Top CB prospect sitting out combine with injury

Projected first-round cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry, born Ga’Quincy, appeared in Indianapolis on Friday prepared to measure and work out at the NFL scouting combine. McKinstry discovered in a combine medical evaluation that he had a Jones fracture in his right foot.