It's believed the Minnesota Vikings decided against using the franchise tag to retain quarterback Sam Darnold after they learned during the NFL Scouting Combine that other teams weren't eager to trade for him if he was on the tag worth roughly $40.24M for the 2025 season.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' decision not to use the franchise tag on Chris Godwin could have a major impact on the New England Patriots.

All offseason, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield ... lists Mayfield at No. 63, one of only seven other quarterbacks to make the list. "Under yet another new offensive play-caller ...

As the New England Patriots look to rebuild their ... including Mike Evans and Baker Mayfield — so they're optimistic about their chances of reaching a deal with Godwin.”

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye believes the two young receivers, Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker, will step up for the team in 2025 after disappointing rookie campaigns. Both receivers came to New England with expectations of contributing right out