NFL Player News
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Jalin Hyatt WR | NYG
Giants' Jalin Hyatt: Done for the day
Hyatt departed Tuesday's mandatory minicamp practice early due to an apparent left leg injury, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Hyatt had his left leg stretched by a trainer after exiting a practice drill early, then exchanged words with head coach Brian Daboll. The 2023 third-round pick has benefited from extra first-team reps with new quarterback Russell Wilson to start minicamp, with Malik Nabers (toe) still limited, it's notable that Hyatt is now being forced to miss some practice opportunities even if his injury is minor. Across 33 regular-season games played since entering the NFL, Hyatt has totaled 31 catches for 435 yards and zero touchdowns on 59 targets. He will have two more chances to get back on the field before minicamp wraps up Thursday.
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James Daniels OG | MIA
Dolphins' James Daniels: Still finding role with new team
Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Daniels (Achilles), who was a limited participant in mandatory minicamp and has not yet been cleared for training camp, is "very capable" of contributing at either left or right guard, Kaitlyn Pohly of the Miami Herald reports.
McDaniel said "when you have a rookie in the mix, you have to settle that first," referring to 2025 second-rounder Jonah Savaiinaea, who played all along the Sun Devils' O-line but appears to be settling into a guard role with the Dolphins. Daniels, meanwhile, is rehabbing from a torn Achilles suffered Week 4 of 2024 and said he expects to be ready for the start of the regular season, but he's only been cleared to handle individual drills so far.
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Jordan Addison WR | MIN
Vikings' Jordan Addison: DUI trial set for July
Addison's jury trial for a DUI citation will commence on July 15 after a June 16 hearing to set the Superior Court of California schedule, Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com reports. Addison pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence after authorities found him asleep behind the wheel of a car on a Los Angeles freeway on July 12, 2024, according to CBS Minnesota.
Addison could face discipline from the NFL if he's found guilty as the NFL's substance-abuse policy has a baseline punishment for a first-time DUI offense of a three-game suspension, Pro Football Talk reports. It's possible Addison's punishment from the NFL could be lengthier if found guilty if the league also takes into account that he pleaded guilty to a 2023 misdemeanor speeding charge after being cited for driving 140 miles per hour in Minnesota. It sounds like a verdict in the DUI case could be announced at some point later this summer or early fall, which means Addison could potentially face discipline from the NFL during the 2025 season.
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Gavin Bartholomew TE | MIN
Vikings' Gavin Bartholomew: Rehabbing injury in offseason
Bartholomew was off to the side rehabbing an undisclosed injury during the offseason program, Will Ragatz of Sports Illustrated reports.
It's like a minor injury, but it's something to watch at the start of training camp. Bartholomew is a 2025 6th-round draft pick, so his roster spot isn't guaranteed and a slow start to training camp due to injury could hurt his chances.
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DeShon Elliott SAF | PIT
Steelers' DeShon Elliott: Lands two-year extension
The Steelers signed Elliott to a two-year, $12.5 million contract extension Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
The deal contains $9.21 million in guaranteed money. Elliott is coming off of a career year in 2024, as he finished with 108 tackles (72 solo), six pass breakups, including one interception, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles across 15 regular-season contests. Elliott's contract was set to expire after the 2025 campaign, but Pittsburgh has decided to lock up the 28-year-old safety.
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Jaylon Carlies LB | IND
Colts' Jaylon Carlies: Has lead on starting LB role
Carlies (shoulder) is the favorite to start at linebacker opposite Zaire Franklin heading into training camp, the Indianapolis Star reports. "We think (Carlies) can really ascend," GM Chris Ballard said recently.
Carlies moved from safety to linebacker last season and started six games. He recorded 36 total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, and one pass defended over 231 defensive snaps in 10 games. He underwent shoulder surgery in the offseason and missed spring practices, but he is expected to be ready for the start of training camp.
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Spencer Shrader K | IND
Colts' Spencer Shrader: Will face competition for K job
Shrader and and Maddux Trujillo are in a true competition for the starting placekicker job, special teams coordinator Brian Mason recently told 107.5 FM The Fan in Indianapolis. "Spencer certainly has a little bit of a step up in that. He's already been in the league, already been here, but it is definitely an open competition," said Mason.
Shrader inked a two-year deal with the Colts in mid-March after a tumultuous rookie campaign, in which he appeared in four combined games between Indianapolis, Kansas City and the Jets. He converted all five of his field-goal tries and all nine extra-point attempts across those appearances. The Colts will have a new kicker this season after releasing Matt Gay in April. While Shrader's two-year contract likely indicates he's the favorite, it wouldn't be surprising if Trujillo wins the job or if the team acquires another veteran late in training camp for the job. Shrader will need to have a strong preseason as a result.
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Jaylon Jones CB | IND
Colts' Jaylon Jones: Soft tissue injury
Jones has sat out the past couple of weeks of practice due to a "soft tissue injury," the Indianapolis Star reports.
Jones was one of four players on the Colts defense to record 100-plus tackles last season and started all 17 regular-season games. There are few details on his injury, so his status will need to be monitored early in training camp.
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Trey Hendrickson DE | CIN
Bengals' Trey Hendrickson: Resumes contract talks with Bengals
Hendrickson has resumed communication with the Bengals on his contract and future with the team, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Hendrickson has been seeking a contract extension this offseason and did not attend Cincinnati's mandatory minicamp, stating that he would not play this season under his current contract. The Bengals granted him permission to seek a trade in March, and he expressed significant frustration with the lack of communication between himself and the team while speaking with reporters in mid-May. Hendrickson remains firm in his desire for a long-term contract extension, per Fowler, but his willingness to reengage looks like a step in a positive direction. As the NFL's 2024 sack leader, Hendrickson is coming off back-to-back seasons with 17.5 sacks, and he is due $15.8 million in base salary for the 2025 campaign, which is the final season of his current contract.
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Travis Kelce TE | KC
Chiefs' Travis Kelce: Likely to be present at minicamp
Kelce is expected to attend the Chiefs' mandatory minicamp during the coming week, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Kelce shared in early February that he wasn't sure if he'd be returning for another season, but the star tight end stated later that month that he'd decided to play in 2025. With that in mind, it comes as no surprise that Kelce will be with the Chiefs during the team's mandatory minicamp, which runs Tuesday through Thursday during the coming week. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com notes that Kelce, who didn't take part in Kansas City's voluntary OTAs last week, has slimmed down during the offseason as he approaches his 13th NFL campaign.