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It goes without saying that Justin Tucker’s tenure with the Ravens is likely trending toward an end as the Ravens and the league continue to investigate the sexual misconduct allegations that have followed the veteran kicker since the season’s end. Tucker converting on a career-low 73.3 percent of his field goal attempts last season likely isn’t helping his case, either. This is the strongest any member of the Ravens organization has sounded so far about moving on from Tucker, as the organizational message has more often been one of letting the league’s investigation play out. Saying “no matter what” sure paints a picture of some unsavory results in that investigation.

A new (first stint) parenthetical opens up in Johnson’s Wikipedia. Johnson embarks on his age-39 season as the clear No. 3 quarterback in Washington behind Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota. Johnson started three games for the Commanders in 2018 and completed 2-of-3 passes for 17 yards for the Ravens last season as Lamar Jackson’s backup. Signing with a different team would have been better for his Immaculate Grid usefulness, but the NFL’s ultimate journeyman should get a chance to crack the 53-man roster for the Commanders.

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the deal has $29.156 million in guarantees. Pitre missed the back half of last season with a pectoral tear, but excelled in his new role as Texans nickel corner with a career-best 71.3 PFF coverage grade. This isn’t a needle-moving re-signing, but clearly Houston valued their slot corner highly to get this done ahead of the draft. Pitre was set to enter the final year of his rookie contract in 2025.

Flacco will get a chance to earn “up to” $13 million this year with incentives. Entering his age-40 season, Flacco probably is more of a fallback than an actual plan for the Browns at this point. He started six games for the Colts last year and finished with 1761 yards, 12 touchdowns, and seven interceptions while completing 65.3 percent of his passes. Flacco might have enough in the tank — especially back in Kevin Stefanski’s offense — to beat out Kenny Pickett in training camp if the Browns exit the draft without adding another veteran or highly-drafted rookie.

Simmons suffered a torn patellar tendon in 2024 but is still in the mix as a Day 1 prospect. He would likely slot in as a potential future starter behind the Colts or Chiefs’ starting offensive tackle duos. He allowed just one quarterback pressure in seven games played last season.

The 6-foot, 221-pound Hampton demonstrated high-end athleticism at the NFL Scouting Combine, following an excellent three-year campaign at North Carolina. In his final college season, Hampton rushed 281 times for 1,660 yards and 15 touchdowns while forcing 73 missed tackles and registering zero fumbles. He caught 38-of-43 targets for 373 yards and two touchdowns while forcing an additional eight missed tackles. Hampton has the type of three-down skillset to steal Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s starting role.

Johnson showcased adequate speed (4.57-second 40-yard dash) for a big-bodied back at the NFL Scouting Combine. In his final season at Iowa last year, he rushed 240 times for 1,535 yards and 21 touchdowns while never once fumbling and forcing 66 missed tackles. Although he is less accomplished as a receiver, Johnson notably caught 22-of-25 targets for 190 yards and two touchdowns. He would provide the Bengals with a burly complement to incumbent starter Chase Brown (5-foot-9, 209 pounds).

Per a follow-up report from NBC Sports’ ProFootballTalk, “the NFL could take action under the Personal Conduct Policy, regardless of whether no action is taken against Hill in the criminal justice system.” The NFL, however, does not have subpoena power, so participation by the requestees is voluntary. There’s probably not a reason to expect Hill to draw a conduct policy suspension just yet, but if Hill’s mother-in-law or wife cooperate with the NFL, fantasy managers should probably have this case on their radar this offseason.

Marshall may have a chance to battle Jahan Dotson for the No. 3 WR role but is perhaps best suited to the No. 4 or 5 gig. Marshall caught 3-of-5 targets for 41 yards with the Raiders in 2024. He caught his lone career touchdown with the Panthers in 2022. He’s definitely not someone who is assured a roster spot heading into training camp.

Per the report, “Bond, 20, was subsequently released after posting bail.” Further details on the matter have not yet been released. In a statement made to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Bond said he is fully cooperating with the authorities and will remain a willing and active participant in the investigation. Bond spent 2022 and 2023 at Alabama before transferring to Texas for 2024. The Texas product had been a projected Day 2 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, but if this investigation hangs over him, it’s possible he falls.

Carter had his medical recheck in Indianapolis on Thursday after a stress reaction in his right foot was discovered during the NFL Scouting Combine in February. “It should be a non-factor with the teams at this point,” agent Drew Rosenhaus said. Carter is expected to arrive in New Jersey on Thursday evening where he will have dinner with the Giants, before his top-30 visit with the team on Friday, per the MMQB’s Albert Breer.