Scoop City: Inside The NFL

The NFL offseason quarterback carousel is heating up, and the stakes are massive as the new league year approaches. Why did the Indianapolis Colts use the transition tag on Daniel Jones, and could another team still pry him away? Will the Green Bay Packers watch Malik Willis cash in on the open market after his growth behind Jordan Love? And what does Buffalo’s trade for wide receiver DJ Moore mean for Josh Allen and the Bills’ Super Bowl push?

James Palmer opens the show with Colts beat writer James Boyd to break down Indianapolis’ decision to place the transition tag on Daniel Jones. What does the tag reveal about Chris Ballard’s long-term plans at quarterback, and was there any real risk the Colts could lose Jones in free agency? The conversation also explores the financial chess match the Colts are playing as they try to keep their roster competitive.

The Colts’ offseason questions don’t stop at quarterback. Boyd and Palmer examine the growing market for wide receiver Alec Pierce and why teams around the league could drive his price sky-high. They also discuss the uncertain future of Anthony Richardson and whether another team might gamble on his rare traits despite his struggles in Indianapolis.

Next, Palmer is joined by Packers writer Matt Schneidman to dive into one of the most fascinating names in free agency: Malik Willis. After developing under Matt LaFleur and learning in the same quarterback room as Jordan Love, what type of starter could Willis become for a team willing to bet on his upside?

The show then shifts to the league’s biggest roster moves, including Buffalo’s trade for Chicago Bears receiver DJ Moore. Palmer explains why Joe Brady and the Bills believe Moore can elevate Josh Allen’s offense and how Khalil Shakir could see an expanded role in Buffalo. Plus, a look at how quarterback decisions around the league — including Kyler Murray, Tua Tagovailoa, Geno Smith, and Kirk Cousins — could reshape the entire free agency landscape.

Tell us your thoughts. Which quarterback landing spot are you watching most closely this offseason?

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The NFL Scouting Combine is over, but the real work is just beginning — and today’s Scoop City is all about the conversations from Indianapolis where teams are staring at massive offseason crossroads. Can the Philadelphia Eagles keep their championship window open while reshaping the offense around Jalen Hurts, can the Kansas City Chiefs weaponize a rare top-10 pick, and can the Browns find any path out of quarterback chaos? What happens next for Philadelphia if A.J. Brown’s future stays uncertain, how aggressive will Kansas City get at No. 9, and can Cleveland rebuild an entire offense without a real foundation?

We open with the Philadelphia Eagles with Brooks Kubena and the story hanging over the Eagles’ entire offseason: A.J. Brown. We unpack what it would take for this to get smoothed over, why the Eagles aren’t looking to “subtract” from a great roster, and why the phone will still get answered if the right offer comes in. From there we zoom in on Hurts and the offense, with Sean Mannion’s system pointing toward more zone run, more play-action, and a real opportunity to unlock DeVonta Smith at every level of the field.

Next up, Jesse Newell joins from Indy to break down the Kansas City Chiefs’ strangest offseason in years — including what it means to finally pick inside the top 10. With Brett Veach weighing the rare value of premium positions in this range, we explore why edge rusher, wide receiver, or tackle could be the move, plus how trading down could fit a stars-and-scrubs roster build. And with Travis Kelce’s timeline hovering over everything, the Chiefs’ cap math gets real in a hurry.

We close with Zac Jackson on the Cleveland Browns, where Todd Monken inherits a brutal reality: an offensive line in flux, a bottom-tier receiver room, and a quarterback situation that can change by the week. Zac lays out why tackle and wide receiver feel unavoidable at No. 6, why Deshaun Watson is more last resort than plan, and why names like Malik Willis and Shedeur Sanders are only part of a much bigger competition.

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Who’s under the most pressure to get this offseason right: Howie Roseman with the Eagles, Brett Veach with the Chiefs, or the Browns trying to rebuild an offense from scratch?
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The NFL Scouting Combine is in the books, and now it’s time to check the notes. Scoop City returns to dissect the combine, preview the franchise tag market, and discuss free agency possibilities. The Dallas Cowboys have officially tagged WR George Pickens, but what will the Indianapolis Colts do with theirs? Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce will have to wait and see.

Meanwhile, the trade market is already heating up. On Monday, the Detroit Lions traded RB David Montgomery to the Houston Texans. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider, Dianna Russini, shares updates on other possible moves. What is the latest with the Philadelphia Eagles and WR A.J. Brown? Would a team like the Buffalo Bills try to add a weapon for Josh Allen? And are the Las Vegas Raiders ready to deal All-Pro DE Maxx Crosby? Russini shares the latest intel on which teams could be in the mix.

Plus, what will the Minnesota Vikings do at quarterback? Are they willing to give J.J. McCarthy another chance, or will they pursue a veteran? Could a reunion with Kirk Cousins be in the works, or would they trade for Kyler Murray or Mac Jones? With the veteran market flooded, James Palmer and Chase Daniel offer insights on where the puzzle pieces might fit.

Finally, we look at which quarterbacks impressed in Indianapolis. What do we make of Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza post-combine? Where did Alabama’s Ty Simpson stand out most, and would the Los Angeles Rams target him in the first round? We also discuss whether a team will take a flyer on Arkansas QB Taylen Green after his impressive performance.

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Join the conversation: Which veteran QB should the Vikings add this offseason?
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The NFL Scouting Combine is quarterback chaos season — and Scoop City breaks down the biggest dominoes in Pittsburgh, New York, and Cincinnati. Will the Steelers get a faster answer from Aaron Rodgers this time? Do the Jets truly have a quarterback plan, or are they waiting for 2027? And is this finally the “now or never” year for Joe Burrow and the Bengals?

We start in Pittsburgh with Mike DeFabo unpacking Omar Khan’s comments on Aaron Rodgers and why the Steelers believe this timeline won’t drag like last offseason. Is Mike McCarthy’s arrival about developing the next franchise quarterback or quietly aligning with Rodgers? The guys also hit Pittsburgh’s biggest roster needs — a true WR2 behind DK Metcalf, cornerback help, and how Jalen Ramsey could fit into a modern “big nickel” role.

Next, Zach Rosenblatt joins to dissect the Jets’ quarterback mystery and Aaron Glenn’s “superpower” moment at the podium. Is this a bridge year with eyes on the 2027 draft class, or does New York swing for a stopgap like Kyler Murray or Mac Jones? They also debate Breece Hall’s future, the franchise tag value, and whether the Jets can afford to lose one of their few proven offensive weapons.

Then Paul Dehner Jr. steps in to break down the Bengals’ defensive overhaul and the pressure mounting in Cincinnati. With Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins locked in, can Duke Tobin finally fix the defense with pass-rush help and veteran “force multipliers”? They also explore the No. 10 pick — including the possibility of Caleb Downs — and why this season feels like a defining crossroads for Zac Taylor.

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Get in on the debate: Which team needs to address long-term plan at quarterback more — the Steelers or the Jets?
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The NFL Scouting Combine is officially trade season — and Scoop City is live in Indianapolis where Maxx Crosby rumors, A.J. Brown questions, quarterback chaos, and a new Giants power structure are dominating the league. Will the Raiders actually move Crosby if he wants out? Are the Eagles quietly preparing for life after A.J. Brown? Where does Kirk Cousins land in a weird QB market? And can the Giants’ John Harbaugh era reshape New York fast enough to maximize Jaxson Dart?

James Palmer and Dianna Russini kick things off from Indy, where every elevator ride feels like a Super Bowl reunion and every dinner turns into a front-office summit. They break down why the combine is the league’s negotiation ground zero, how agents float interest without showing their hand, and why next week is when the real movement begins.

One of the biggest storylines: Maxx Crosby. The Las Vegas Raiders publicly insist they want to keep their star pass rusher, but teams are already checking in with his camp to gauge interest and price. James and Dianna unpack what a Micah Parsons–level trade package could look like, why Baltimore and Dallas are fascinating fits.

Then it’s Philadelphia and the future of A.J. Brown. The Eagles say they want him back, but conversations are happening, and the possibility of a clean, drama-free split is very real. The guys debate whether Devonta Smith is ready for a full-blown leap, why Philly trusts its ability to draft another impact receiver.

Quarterback intrigue follows with Kirk Cousins re-entering the offseason spotlight. Minnesota may not be as obvious as it seems with J.J. McCarthy’s development a priority, and teams like Cleveland or others needing veteran stability could emerge.

Charlotte Carroll joins to break down the New York Giants’ new era under John Harbaugh, the power structure with Joe Schoen, and what the No. 5 pick could mean — including buzz around Caleb Downs, Malik Nabers’ recovery, and building the right support system for Jaxson Dart.

James Boyd closes the show with a deep dive on the Colts’ quarterback dilemma: Daniel Jones leverage, franchise tag strategy, Anthony Richardson’s alarming vision injury, Alec Pierce and Michael Pittman Jr. contract math, and mounting pressure on Chris Ballard.

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Get on the debate: Which domino falls first — Maxx Crosby, A.J. Brown, or a surprise quarterback move?
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