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Otton was the primary point of emphasis through the air for the second consecutive week following the injuries to Chris Godwin and Mike Evans, the former of whom is out for the season while the latter is likely to return following the team’s Week 11 bye. That means fantasy managers are likely to get one more week of Otton as the lead pass-catcher when the Buccaneers play host to the 49ers in Week 10.

The NFL’s worst kept secret keeps inching closer to becoming official. Moore’s hiring would be the Saints’ first leap outside the Sean Payton coaching tree in two decades, and would follow on the heels of an excellent “bounce-back campaign” for Moore after a trying 2023 with the Chargers. A methodical coaching riser who has overseen strong offenses most everywhere he’s been, Moore would address the Saints’ desperate need for fresh ideas when it comes to scoring points.

The veteran defensive end missed nine games as he tended to a torn tricep but proved healthy enough to return to the active roster ahead of tomorrow’s Super Bowl against the Chiefs. No longer an every-down player, Graham should see situational work off the edge in pursuit of Patrick Mahomes on Sunday. Graham already stated that his 15th season would be his last, making his remarkable recovery from a devastating injury that much sweeter for what is likely the final game of his illustrious career.

Fowler elaborates that sources he’s spoken to agree Garrett should be worth at least two quality draft picks including at least one first-round pick in any potential trade. The 29-year-old game-wrecker released a statement earlier this week that his motivation for a trade is to contend for a title, not secure a new contract. At the same time, the market for pass rushers figures to be quite lucrative, which would likely help him secure a new deal as part of any negotiation. Fowler adds that Micah Parsons is poised to eclipse Nick Bosa’s $34 million per-year on his upcoming extension while T.J. Watt, Trey Hendrickson, Danielle Hunter and Maxx Crosby are all set to hit free agency in the coming years. Fowler says the expectation is that Hendrickson and Crosby will garner strong trade interest if their teams decide to entertain offers. The Raiders seem set to rebuild with Tom Brady running the show now and the Bengals are in a precarious financial situation with none of Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins or Hendrickson locked up long-term yet. There could be a race to get some of these extensions done as the contracts will only get more expensive for teams that wait.

Kupp is due a mostly guaranteed $20 million in 2025, but Fowler says the Rams are likely willing to eat a portion of the contract to facilitate a trade. Fowler lists the Patriots, Steelers, Lions, Commanders and Chiefs as teams that could be interested in acquiring the former Super Bowl MVP. While none of those options truly jump out as an obvious fit, the Rams have a track record of making it known that they’re preparing to trade a declining star player and still getting the deal they desire.

Graziano lists giving Will Levis another shot and signing either Sam Darnold or Justin Fields in free agency as alternative options for Tennessee. The belief is that the Titans’ roster needs are so extensive that they’re better off trading the top pick in the draft for a haul rather than simply walking away with a new quarterback. Graziano lists the Browns, Giants, Raiders and Jets as teams that might be interested in trading all the way up.

Graziano cites sources close to the situation, though this isn’t exactly a bombshell of a report. Stafford returning to the Rams makes the most sense for both sides. The 37-year-old quarterback’s contract will need to be redone after he agreed to remove the guarantees he had for 2025 last offseason. While his current contract makes him movable, the Rams have no backup plan at the most important position in sports. Stafford has enjoyed nothing but success outside of one injury-riddled season since joining up with Sean McVay. There aren’t any other obstacles in the way of a reunion between the two sides with the exception of some minor contractual hurdles.

Adams grew up in Northern California and attended Fresno State University, where he famously played with Derek Carr. Despite currently being on the same roster as his friend Aaron Rodgers, Fowler describes Adams’ $38.3 million cap hit for 2025 as “untenable” and something that will need to be addressed this offseason. If Rodgers remains a Jet, releasing Adams right after New York traded a conditional third-round pick for him doesn’t make a lot of sense. Perhaps a new contract could be the solution for a reunion with the Jets. Of the teams Fowler mentioned, the Rams and Chargers seem to have a more obvious need at wide receiver than the 49ers.

When asked whether his goal is to return to the Browns this offseason, Chubb simply said, “of course.” He later added that he’s not sure how free agency will pan out, with this being the first time hitting the open market but that he’d “like to get it done sooner than later.” Chubb can likely still operate effectively as a rotational rusher. He may be asked to take a discount of sorts though, given his recent injury history.

Jurgens and Dickerson (knee) practiced in full all week, indicating the Eagles’ dominant offensive line is ready for a hard day’s work against a stout Chiefs defensive front. The Eagles will undoubtedly attempt to control the game through a high-volume rushing attack and having both Jurgens and Dickerson on-field helps increase their odds of doing so.

Goedert practiced in full all week, indicating his ankle injury is no longer a concern. The talented veteran tight end will play an important role in the Eagles’ concentrated target tree. The team’s No. 2 wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) remained limited all week and although Smith is active, Goedert could easily end up functioning as the team’s No. 2 receiving weapon, should Smith’s injury limit him.