Raiders, Jets, Cowboys, Commanders, Bears, Bijan

Raiders not interested in Aaron Rodgers? + Jets considering at least six QB options  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Feb 28, 2023 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Stathead](  Raiders [Josh McDaniels] Breer: Raiders don't want to spend big at QB Details: The insight comes from Albert Breer, who writes that the Raiders will [approach]( the quarterback position this offseason with “discipline and restraint.” - Breer thinks the Raiders are looking for a "cheaper alternative" to Derek Carr — whose deal averaged $38.77 million per season. No Rodgers: The frugal approach would rule out an attempt to trade for Aaron Rodgers, as his 2023 salary is nearly $60 million. Jimmy? Breer does think the Raiders will look into signing Jimmy Garoppolo — but only if the price is reasonable. Interesting: Breer also floats a scenario in which the Raiders re-sign Jarrett Stidham (who played well in limited action) and have him compete with a relatively cheap free agent like Baker Mayfield. - This approach would keep the door open to selecting a quarterback in the draft. - Peter King could see the Raiders [drafting]( a quarterback with the No. 7 pick. Image: John Rivera/Icon Sportswire Jets [Robert Saleh] The Jets are ‘exploring everything’ at QB Details: According to Albert Breer, the Jets are exploring as many as [six]( veteran quarterback candidates. First Choice: Aaron Rodgers is the first choice, though his availability is obviously in question. Carr: Derek Carr, who met with the Jets last week, appears to be the second choice. Though Breer thinks the Jets (and other teams) are likely to balk at Carr’s desire for a $35 million per year contract. Next Up: The team is also considering impending free agents like Jimmy Garoppolo, Geno Smith, and Daniel Jones. Note that Smith and Jones are candidates for the franchise tag, which would take them off the market. - Ryan Tannehill is also an option — should the Titans release him. Incoming: Breer thinks the first quarterback domino could [fall]( this week. Image: Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire Cowboys [Tony Pollard] Cowboys likely to use the franchise tag; plan to add a playmaker Details: Cowboys SVP Stephen Jones [told]( ESPN’s Todd Archer that the team will “probably use” the franchise tag this year. On Who? Tony Pollard will likely be the recipient, as the franchise tag for running backs ($10.1 million) is a bargain for a player of his caliber. - Pollard totaled 1,378 scrimmage yards (1,007 rushing, 371 receiving) and scored 12 touchdowns last season. - He averaged an elite 5.9 yards per touch. Playmaker: Jones also implied (quite strongly) that the Cowboys will [add]( a playmaker (likely a receiver) on offense this offseason. Who? Jerry Jones said last week that he remains [interested]( in signing Odell Beckham. Another candidate is Brandin Cooks — who the Cowboys tried to acquire from the Texans at last year’s trade deadline. Image: George Walker/Icon Sportswire Commanders [Carson Wentz] Commanders released Carson Wentz; expected to study QB prospects Details: Wentz lasted one season in Washington. The [release]( saves the Commanders over $26 million in cap space. - Wentz had two years remaining on his contract — but no guaranteed money. Recap: The 30-year-old completed 62.3% of his passes last season for 1,755 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions. He went 2-5 as the Commanders’ starting quarterback. - Albert Breer thinks Wentz — who has made over $42 million across seven seasons — could opt to [retire](. Future: Ron Rivera has said that 2022 fifth-rounder Sam Howell will be given a chance to win the starting job. Though Breer thinks the Commanders will [study]( quarterback prospects ahead of the draft. Image: Nick Wosika/Icon Sportswire Bears [Bryce Young] The Bears are leaning toward trading the No. 1 pick Details: The news comes from Adam Schefter, who is reporting that [multiple]( teams have approached the Bears about acquiring the pick. - Schefter revealed that 8-12 teams are “looking to make a switch at quarterback” this offseason. Fields: A trade would signal a commitment to Justin Fields — as the Bears have the option of trading Fields and then selecting a quarterback with the top pick. Teams: With picks in the top ten, the Texans (No. 2), Colts (No. 4), Raiders (No. 7), Falcons (No. 8), and Panthers (No. 9) are best positioned to deal. Though the Titans (No. 11), Jets (No. 13), Commanders (No. 16), Ravens (No. 23), and Vikings (No. 24) are also potential players. Target: The team that acquires the pick is likely [targeting]( Alabama QB Bryce Young, who Todd McShay just called a “smaller version of Patrick Mahomes.” Image: John Korduner/Icon Sportswire Bijan [Bijan Robinson] Daniel Jeremiah thinks Texas RB Bijan Robinson is a rare talent Details: Jeremiah told Peter King that his grade on Robinson is the [same]( he gave to Christian McCaffrey and Saquon Barkley. - McCaffrey went eighth overall in 2017. - Barkley went second overall in 2018. Special: Jeremiah [writes]( that Robinson is a “three-down back with excellent size, vision and burst.” He believes the 6-foot, 215-pounder has the explosive power to run inside and the speed to capture the corner when running outside. He also writes that Robinson is “a fluid route runner out of the backfield, boasting excellent hands.” - Across twelve games, Robinson totaled 1,894 scrimmage yards (1,580 rushing, 314 receiving) and scored 20 touchdowns in 2022. Landing Spot: It’s unclear where in the first round Robinson will go — his talent is clearly elite but GMs around the league are hesitant to select running backs high. The Eagles at No. 10 would make for an intriguing fit. Image: Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire More News - [Commanders]( franchise tagged DT Daron Payne - [Commanders]( released DB Bobby McCain - [Eagles]( officially promoted Brian Johnson to offensive coordinator - [Gus Bradley]( will stay on as the Colts' defensive coordinator - [Rams]( propose making roughing the passer reviewable - [Bryce Young]( will not throw at the Combine Together with Stathead Question of the Day Which QB had the highest on-target passing percentage (min. 250 attempts) last season? - Joe Burrow - Aaron Rodgers - Geno Smith - Daniel Jones Sign up for a monthly subscription and get your first month free, or use “[LEGIT20](” to save $20 off one year of Stathead Football. [See Answer]( Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up [here](. 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