Fantasy News
Tim Boyle | Titans QB
The Lions are re-signing Tim Boyle.
Boyle started three games while Jared Goff was out last season, and the Lions feel good about him as a depth option at quarterback. The former Packers quarterback is in a good spot with Detroit, where he’ll look to continue to develop.
Via: Mike Garafolo
Davante Adams | Rams WR
Davante Adams reportedly says he won’t play on the franchise tag.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Adams has told the Packers that he won’t play on the franchise tag this season. The two sides have until July 15 to come to a long-term contract agreement, otherwise Adams would be stuck on the franchise tag an in an interesting situation. With Aaron Rodgers returning to Green Bay, hopefully he would give the Packers a nudge in the right direction to get the elite target locked up to a long-term deal, but Adams could be asking for an astronomical amount of money given his talent and production, so we’ll see what happens.
Via: Ian Rapoport
Brian Hoyer | Free Agent QB
The Patriots re-signed Brian Hoyer.
Hoyer is an experienced backup and a good presence for young franchise quarterback Mac Jones, so this re-signing is not surprising. The veteran Hoyer should help with the Patriots offense transitioning without offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.
Via: Boston Globe
Kirk Cousins | Falcons QB
The Vikings are signing Kirk Cousins to a one-year, $35-million extension.
This keeps Cousins under contract with Minnesota through 2023, and it’s a clear commitment from the new regime as him as their quarterback this season, despite the rumors. This, paired with Tom Brady’s unretirement, is leading to a clearer picture of the teams that might be looking for starting quarterbacks when free agency kicks off this week. Cousins’ return should be great news for Justin Jefferson and the offense from a fantasy perspective in 2022.
Tom Brady | Retired QB
Tom Brady is returning to the NFL.
Brady just announced on social media that his “place is still on the field” and he’s “coming back for my 23rd season in Tampa”—so after two months to reflect and spend some time with his family, the GOAT has decided it’s not yet time to hang up his cleats. We had never really felt Brady was committed to retirement (especially considering past comments about playing for as long as he’s at the top of his game), and now the Bucs have clarity on his status ahead of free agency. It’s great news for the franchise and football fans in general, and Tampa Bay should immediately be among the Super Bowl favorites in 2022. The previous goal of playing until he’s 45 could mean Brady’s next season will be his last, but we’re not so sure he won’t be someone that gets carried off the field on his shield.