New England Patriots
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17 hours agoDolphins could serve the Patriots a draft nightmare by stealing top target
The Patriots may target a tight end in the draft, but Kenyon Sadiq is likely to be picked before their turn.
I think when this first was announced, there was this feeling there would be 10 NFL players on that roster, and I'll be surprised if there's one. I think we have plenty of players that can acclimate, but it's going to take a month or two.
The Jordan Poole experience in Washington was quite the ride for an abundance of reasons. Between major offensive performances, unreal shot-making, nights where his inefficiency stood out and others where his decision-making simply caused frustration stemming from the coaching staff to the fans at home. Regardless, there's no doubt that while having the Michigan product on your team can cause a roller coaster ride of emotions, it rarely translates to winning.
He is an elite competitor, a consistent winner, and one of the greatest ever at his position, and we look forward to many contributions during his visits with us in this new role, both in and out of uniform. Yadi will provide input on our catching program, will advise our staff on catching and game planning strategy, and will give me and our front office valuable perspective from his unique vantage point.
The 40-year-old has a connection to Ryan in Bears GM Ryan Poles, who was one of Ryan's teammates at Boston College. Cunningham, formerly with the Ravens and Eagles, has worked under Poles in Chicago since 2022. He has interviewed elsewhere for several promotions since then, including the Commanders' president of football operations gig in January 2024. Cunningham was a finalist for that opening, but the Commanders hired Adam Peters instead.
Now that the Rams' season is over, they will begin deciding when to offer extensions to key players such as receiver Puka Nacua, defensive lineman Kobie Turner, edge rusher Byron Young and offensive lineman Steve Avila. But there are much more pressing contracts to consider. Like the one for the most important person in the organization: coach Sean McVay. And the one for the second-most important person: general manager Les Snead.
With free agency just a few short weeks away, the Commanders have some big decisions to make. They have the most pending free agents anywhere in the league, and could have north of $100 million in salary-cap space once additional moves are made. Not everyone will be let go, but whether their plans for the future include Samuel remains to be seen.