Bengals
Bengals DE Joseph Ossai spoke about the increased role he could play in the teamโs defense next season following the retirement of DE Sam Hubbard and the uncertain future of DE Trey Hendrickson.
โI was in here working out for a month-and-a-half after the season and they talked about their vision for me and that gave me peace of mind with the decision even though theyโre new,โ Ossai said. โThey see me doing what I was doing this last six, seven games with my motor. The way (Golden) was talking to me, he liked the way I played, and it sounded like heโs willing to give me a chance to use those attributes on the field in his defense.โ
- According to Conway, Cincinnati is interested in Bearsโ free agent G Teven Jenkins but he also has other suitors.
- Bengals DT B.J. Hillโs three-year, $33 million extension includes a $11,000,000 signing bonus and base salaries of $4,550,000 in 2025, $6,000,000 in 2026, and $8,100,000 in 2027. He can earn $350,000 annually in per-game roster bonuses, $100,000 annually in workout bonuses, and a $2,000,000 roster bonus in 2026. (OverTheCap)
Browns
- The Browns acquired QB Kenny Pickett from the Eagles this week. The quarterback said Clevelandโs coaching staff told him he would โhave the opportunity to compete again.โ (Zac Jackson)
- Pickett said he was aware Philadelphia was looking to trade him but wasnโt informed Cleveland was among his suitors leading up to the deal.
- Pickett considers himself to be a starting-caliber player but expects Cleveland to sign another veteran quarterback: โI do view myself as a starter. Iโm sure theyโre going to bring in another veteran โฆ definitely prepared for whatever situation may present itself.โ (Jackson)
- Cleveland.comโs Mary Kay Cabot writes that the Browns are still interested in adding a veteran quarterback, such as former Steelers QB Russell Wilson, but adds they will be conscious of the cost. Cabot explains that Falcons QB Kirk Cousins would have been an attractive signing had Atlanta released him, as he would have cost Cleveland just the veteran minimum, but that door is closed for now.
- Cabot says the Browns planned to add a veteran, a developmental veteran, and a rookie to the quarterback room. So far, theyโve checked one box by trading for Pickett and Cabot notes it still feels likely the Browns will use the No. 2 pick on a quarterback.
- Wilson visited the Browns last week, but the team didnโt put a formal offer on the table, per Cabot, and it was more of an exploratory meeting for both sides. If signed, Wilson would compete with Pickett and a rookie to start.
- Cabot mentions the Browns have shown only mild interest in bringing back veteran QB Joe Flacco so far, but that could change if their options dwindle.
- Cabot notes the Browns remain open to re-signing RB Nick Chubb later on this offseason if it makes sense and they have a role for him. She adds thereโs a good chance Cleveland drafts a back.
- Georgia LB Jalon Walker met extensively with the Browns at Georgiaโs pro day. (Tony Pauline)
Ravens
Veteran WR DeAndre Hopkins opted to sign with the Ravens as a free agent and said that QB Lamar Jackson was one of the main reasons he decided to join Baltimore in 2025.
โOnce we found out that I wouldnโt be back in Kansas City, we made a list, and the Ravens were the first team on my list,โ Hopkins said.โLamar was giving them a run for their money, and I was like, โWho is this guy?โ. And I think I started following his career after that because I went to Clemson, and Lamar was a couple of plays away from basically single-handedly beating them, and I was like, โMan, this kid is going to be special.'โ
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This guy couldnโt win a Ring in kc with mahomes he ainโt winning one here in Baltimore talking about who is this guy this gotta be the fakest interview ever I mean we all knew who lamar was from his collage days please get him off my team we donโt want a washed up dhop this isnโt 8 years ago when he was a top wr