The Daily Twitter: 14 March 2019

Cap hit this year is 2.5 if on the 53. https://t.co/QX8nSRGx6N

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

He can help me with fundamentals before the snap on how he reads the defense, his blocking, how he breaks down film, how he studies film, when he workout what does he consistently do, his meal plan, and the recovery from ACL https://t.co/usfG53UII0

— 2️⃣9️⃣ (@DhaSickest) March 14, 2019

Skins-giants next year: 100 combined rushes in first meeting. https://t.co/KPz1wSfWt2

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

Wow. Dan Snyder gave Landon Collins a signed Sean Taylor jersey. https://t.co/Gf0o4gGhJj

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) March 14, 2019

Plenty of guys still left. https://t.co/qrjgQidZYf

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

Former Browns first-round pick Phil Taylor announces retirement https://t.co/LLgAQBOo17

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 14, 2019

Redskins Looking To Upgrade At WR, Possibly Make “Big Splash” In Trade Market https://t.co/U5HfZKpDXd pic.twitter.com/huWd9Vgl3E

— NFLTradeRumors.co (@nfltrade_rumors) March 14, 2019

#Redskins letting Jamison Crowder walk & not tendering Maurice Harris clears deck for Trey Quinn to emerge as their primary slot receiver. WAS coaching staff loves Quinn. Our writeup on Quinn coming out of college last year: pic.twitter.com/2dfKm2yhzc

— Evan Silva (@evansilva) March 13, 2019

Felt like there was some disconnect between Brown and the #Redskins staff. On the field, he was their best ILB, but for some reason the Skins kept restricting his role https://t.co/tzHsmnboRC

— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) March 13, 2019

Second release for the Burgundy and Gold. Brown had a cap hit of $8.75M. With his release, Washington saves $5.75M. In the last four games of the season, Shaun Dion Hamilton started over Brown. Brown said writing was on the wall following blowout loss to NYG #HTTR https://t.co/eNndKQaTKM

— Rhiannon Walker (@InstantRHIplay) March 13, 2019

League source confirms Stacy McGee has been released by the #Redskins. The move saves them $2.275m in cap space. Still $2.4m of dead cap. @MikeGarafolo first.

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) March 13, 2019

Makes all the sense in the world. Was not a good UFA signing at all by Bruce & the boys. Was # 1 on my useless to keep list. They struck out hard w/McGee & Terell McClain. https://t.co/pnEwyzFEgx

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) March 13, 2019

#Redskins are releasing DL Stacy McGee, source says. @TomPelissero had heard a few days ago they were trying to trade him.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 13, 2019

As expected the Redskins released linebacker Zach Brown and defensive lineman Stacy McGee, a source confirmed. USA Today first reported the moves. They were long expected and save the Redskins a combined $8 million. Neither figured in the Redskins future and weren't just about...

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

If Zach Brown was released with the post-June 1 designation, the #Redskins clear $7.25 million in cap space and accrue $1.5 million in dead money, according to https://t.co/rmzBgqgOEu. https://t.co/QWIucypb3F

— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) March 13, 2019

Zach Brown is a better football player than the Redskins think. If used properly he can be a way more productive asset. Very fast and can shine in the running game. Lost his starting job last season after re-upping for $24M.

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) March 13, 2019

If we’re not evaluating him on this year because he was hurt but they’re cutting him anyway, why bring him back last year? They must have liked something about him.

— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) March 13, 2019

McGee and Brown will be the only #Redskins cuts for now.

Mason Foster, Vernon Davis and Josh Norman aren't going anywhere for the time being. That could obviously change at any point, but you can stand down for more news for now.

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) March 13, 2019

#Redskins probably cutting Mason Foster next. Just taking him some time to get to the office. We all know how he moves.

— Checked The Tape (@Bucket_HTTR) March 13, 2019

That doesn’t mean he’ll be here in the fall. It’s why nothing happened now. On March 13. I don’t know if he’ll be here yet.

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

On Brown: heard often from players or coaches about big inconsistencies on field. Their opinions, not mine from just watching. Always say: can’t help what I’m told. This isn’t trying to justify this move. Heard this last year as well. And last offseason. And in season.

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

The best way I can describe Zach Brown is this: He is a player who flashes a whole lot. He has terrific speed. He attacks the line of scrimmage well & he's a pretty good tackler.

However, he would often be out of position, not perform his assignments & guess.

Fair? #Redskins

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) March 13, 2019

Has any team gone from totally irrelevant embarrassment to fascinating must-watch faster than the Browns?

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

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— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) March 13, 2019

The rundown of teams that need a QB in the 1st round courtesy of Charley Casserly. Says #Redskins need one, his co-panelists object, he stays on script and panelists can barely keep a straight face. pic.twitter.com/g27jqWW6Qa

— Landry Locker (@LandryLocker) March 12, 2019

As #Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray gets set for his Pro Day, #AZCardinals GM Steve Keim, coach Kliff Kingsbury and owner Michael Bidwill will... not be in attendance, per @JamesPalmerTV and me. Hmmm. Interpret that how you will.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

expect them to have a private workout with him https://t.co/gQKiionW6i

— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) March 13, 2019

Kyler Murray only weighs in at his pro day. No height measurement. Weighs in at 205.

— Andrew Groover (@APGroover) March 13, 2019

OK, back to watching Collins... Do believe, from what i've been told, Skins will be quiet except for some smaller deals. Went after Mosley; failed.. and now seeking bargains. could that change? maybe if someone comes free unexpected.

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

Yes, kudos to Eric Schaffer on a creatively arranged deal, but the net result is spending more tomorrow so the Redskins can try to be competitive today. That seems...to be the opposite of what most of you want.

— michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) March 12, 2019

Source: The #Ravens are signing Pro Bowl S Earl Thomas to a 4-year, $55M deal.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

The Texans still have plenty of options with Tyrann Mathieu heading to Kansas City on a three-year, $42 million contract. That includes Chicago Bears free agent Adrian Amos and several others. This is also a strong class of rookie safeties.

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) March 11, 2019

Landon Collins can play all over the field for the Washington Redskins pic.twitter.com/NkeU33lf0r

— Pro Football Focus (@PFF) March 13, 2019

Who could the next safety off the board be? The #Redskins would like to bringing back S Ha Ha Clinton Dix, source said, and they are working to do that. Would be Landon Collins and Clinton Dix if this gets done.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Here's what Clinton-Dix said at the end of the season: "They took a chance and gave up a fourth round pick for me. It showed what they thought of me as a player, as an individual, as a leader. So it’s only right that I give Washington the open hands first." #Redskins https://t.co/ihqWNZLON3

— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) March 13, 2019

Interesting thought. Easier to give up a first if you have two. I think there’s a real argument to be made that giving up 17 for Rosen is better than drafting Haskins at 6. Then they can replace Vernon at 6. https://t.co/I6kuxzJrTQ

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) March 13, 2019

Some very affordable free agent fits on OFFENSE for the #Redskins IMO are:

1. Cordarrelle Patterson: Can help at WR, RB, KR, jet-sweeps & gadget plays.
2. TE - James O' Shaughnessy - JAX -
3. OG - A.J. Cann - #Jags
4. OT - Ereck Flowers.
5. OT Cam Fleming.

Thoughts? #NFL

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) March 12, 2019

While the #Jets made a best and final offer to Le’Veon Bell, the #Ravens are still in it, as well, I’m told. And Bell has indicated to some friends around the league how much he likes Baltimore. It seems like Ravens vs. Jets for Bell at the end.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2019

At long last, former #Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell takes the #Jets offer and lands in NY. pic.twitter.com/nfPgvNGEIa

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

From the rapper/running back himself… https://t.co/lImLPquYiO

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

For the #Jets and RB Le’Veon Bell, it’s a 4-year deal worth $52.5M, source said.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Lots of media people got lied to by the Bell camp in recent days.

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

It’s now official. RB Le’Veon Bell has signed with the #Raiders for 3 years $55 million, $30 million guaranteed. He is reunited with Antonio Brown.

— Barry McCockiner (@SportsTalkBarry) March 12, 2019

FUCK!!!

Never mind. I'm just stupid. (Fake account.)

— Roberto Shenanigans (@CLE_Shenanigans) March 12, 2019

The argument that Le'Veon Bell "gave up" $14.54 million to get his multi-year contract reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of what he was doing and why he was doing it https://t.co/kDBiSTC9r6

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

Former #Patriots CB Eric Rowe is signing a 1-year, $3.5M max deal with the #Dolphins, source said.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Henry Anderson’s three-year is for $25.2 million ... with a max value of $33M, per source.

Jets wanted him back badly. Great move. https://t.co/zgsZK2kfTd

— Manish Mehta (@MMehtaNYDN) March 13, 2019

The trade is essentially agreed to — Ford for a 2020 2nd round pick. That assumes the #49ers get a deal done with Ford. https://t.co/g4tYK2tWFh

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

The #Bucs are expected to sign safety/LB Deone Bucannon, reuniting him with his former Cardinals coaches and setting him up to hit the market next year. pic.twitter.com/asMFnAyxf1

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2019

This is a one-year prove-it deal for Bucannon with the coaching staff that helped make him the moneybacker. Then back to the market next year, https://t.co/pvG7uaoYfo

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2019

After a one-season hiatus, Brandon Bolden is returning to the #Patriots on a 2-year deal, source said. The core special teamer and RB spent last season with the #Dolphins.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

DeVante Parker Signs Two-Year, $11.19M Extension With #Dolphins https://t.co/rBZZ50i48M pic.twitter.com/2jZ4UdMct4

— NFLTradeRumors.co (@nfltrade_rumors) March 13, 2019

This means that the Steelers will pay Ryan Shazier for the 2019 season and provide him with his regular medical insurance. https://t.co/ZwKnPCqT39

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2019

Sean McVay on Todd Gurley arthritis report: There's wear and tear in the knee https://t.co/70GIKBr4rW

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

I can now add to this the above will not happen. Earl Thomas will not be signing with the #Browns, source says. We wait to see where he will sign but it won’t be in Cleveland.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 13, 2019

Report: Browns will not sign Earl Thomas https://t.co/wS1EXkyhpH

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

BREAKING: Ravens Signing Earl Thomas To Four-Year, $55M Deal https://t.co/gqjraOKbpD pic.twitter.com/jDOHtS96Fg

— NFLTradeRumors.co (@nfltrade_rumors) March 13, 2019

The Earl Thomas contract in Baltimore is simple and clean and maybe more teams and agents should do deals like this https://t.co/GRKjdI1fZE

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

Source: The #Ravens have now locked RB Mark Ingram on a 3-year deal worth $15M. @MikeSilver said it was coming yesterday. Just got done.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Mark Ingram. Earl Thomas. The new Baltimore Ravens.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2019

Jason McCourty back to the #Patriots on a 2-year deal, source said.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Source: The #Chargers agreed to terms with QB Tyrod Taylor on a 2-year deal.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Former Chargers’ WR Tyrell Williams intends to sign with the Oakland Raiders, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2019

Phillip Dorsett stays in New England on a one-year deal https://t.co/He6H4KDeog

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 14, 2019

Eric Berry fought cancer...Came back 6 months after and had a Pro Bowl season! No matter where he go he already a winner

— (@AB89x) March 13, 2019

Thank you, Eric Berry. pic.twitter.com/FRtd1e0Cwh

— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) March 13, 2019

Rumors: AJ Green ️ ️ ️ trade chatter starting to filter out into the air
Something to watch for later date #NFL #Bengals

— IB (@incarceratedbob) March 13, 2019

Andre Roberts headed to Bills after agreeing to terms https://t.co/xfgjUVrFox

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

Bears hosting Ha Ha Clinton-Dix https://t.co/sbJ3Jo7SDM

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

The Giants are paying Eli Manning his $5 million roster bonus #asexpected https://t.co/EMZMmMYBDq

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 14, 2019

If only the NY media had anything to talk about today...

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 13, 2019

Most 2019 Dead Cap#Giants: $33.8M#Ravens: $23.6M#Steelers: $23M#Broncos: $21M#Cardinals: $16Mhttps://t.co/4anGngu4qe

— Spotrac (@spotrac) March 13, 2019

Movement. https://t.co/uFDcRq7OI0

— Baker Mayfield (@bakermayfield) March 13, 2019

I’m told the picks flipped in Olivier Vernon/Kevin Zeitler trade between Giants-Browns revert back as part of last night’s blockbuster.

So ultimately, deal is OBJ and Vernon for Zeitler, Peppers, 17th overall and 95th overall (New England’s pick).

NYG get 133 back, Browns 155

— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) March 13, 2019

Odell Beckham Jr saw Antonio Brown receive added money without adding New Years upon being traded to the #Raiders. My understanding is Odell wants the same thing from the #Browns.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2019

Just talked to Odell Beckham Jr, who said he had a “brief” convo w/Dave Gettleman. “At this point I have no idea what to think. I’m trying to process it right now.” Said leaving #NYG is “bittersweet, but it is what it is. It’s life.”

— Kimberly Jones (@KimJonesSports) March 13, 2019

The Giants have a serious decision to make in the draft. The top two quarterbacks in next years draft are thought to be miles ahead of the guys that will be available to them this year. Do you simply roll with Eli for one more year, and then go all and next year for Tua or Fromm?

— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) March 13, 2019

And not for nothing, but to bring the week full circle, Jabrill Peppers is a box safety.

— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) March 13, 2019

Giants wide receivers:
1. Sterling Shepard
2. Corey Coleman
3. Quadree Henderson
4. Jawill Davis
5. Alonzo Russell
6. Brittan Golden

— Mike Clay (@MikeClayNFL) March 13, 2019

David Gettleman has given us Josh Norman and Landon Collins in their primes and has traded one of the best receivers ever out of the division. Give that man a statue.

— Redskins Realm (@SkinsRealm) March 13, 2019

With OBJ and Cole Beasley leaving the division today the #Redskins top WR is now the 14th best WR in the division

— Mark Phillips (@RedskinsReview) March 13, 2019

He’ll probably send back Saquon Barkley https://t.co/MJtfSAvn7n

— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) March 13, 2019

Giants fans are really not handling this well pic.twitter.com/QLbmCsJb3l

— David Steele (@David_C_Steele) March 13, 2019

So Giants, you pick Saquon Barkley instead of a QB in draft. Trade your best pass rusher for a guard (who is talented) Let a talented/leader DB walk for nothing when you didn’t have to let him go and trade a top WR after you paid him buckets....

— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 13, 2019

This man ⁦@stephenasmith⁩ at it again saying Tress Way started a game at QB for the Skins C’monnnn man. If you’d dig a little deeper than the boxscore, you’d see Tress Way is a damn Punter pic.twitter.com/6YM5GVxNRa

— Joe Wright (@JoeeWrightt) March 12, 2019

Le'Veon Bell had over $15 million per on the table with the Steelers in July. Walked away from $14.54 million after that. Not great decision-making.

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 13, 2019

Point is, he didn't sign extension with #Steelers because it wasn't lucrative enough and structured well enough for him. Fine. Then he threw out $14.5 M after saying he would play. Then he got 4/52 or an AAV of $13 M. He got more guarantee from #Jets but not $ he wanted in Pitt.

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) March 13, 2019

No I didn't want to. In all the years I've been in the league, I can only think of a handful of Safeties that are capable of changing games....but what do I know https://t.co/j2GriqZClA

— Scot Mccloughan (@MccloughanScot) March 13, 2019

Tyrann Mathieu snaps in 2018
Free safety (440)
CB slot left (199)
Left OLB (123)
CB slot right (112)
Right OLB (39)
Right ILB (31)
Left ILB (27)
CB wide left (19)
Left DT (3)
Middle LB (2)
CB wide right (1)
Right DT (1)

He's a swiss army knife.

— Paul Hembekides (@PaulHembo) March 12, 2019

Jon Gruden and Antonio Brown had a 400-play film session before Brown officially became a member of the Raiders https://t.co/IsnZlwAWzQ

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 14, 2019

.@TheKylerMurray sits down with @MoveTheSticks and @jeffrichadiha after his @OU_Football Pro Day pic.twitter.com/sgLHMfMvGl

— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) March 13, 2019

Jaguars released QB Blake Bortles.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2019

Jags also will get a cap credit for 2020 based on any 2019 Bortles earnings elsewhere, up to $6.5 million.

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 14, 2019

Aaron Hernandez's murder conviction reinstated https://t.co/oottLY8exa

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

This is sooo dumb. People that drive 105 MPH are a complete menace to society. Stop being idiots. Dude, you're also a starting QB in the #NFL. Think for one second. Don't @ me. I'm right & you are completely wrong. #RavensFlock #Ravens https://t.co/K79Te7VVa6

— Chris Russell (@Russellmania621) March 13, 2019

Lamar Jackson apologizes for unsafe driving on video https://t.co/ySTXQheFLC

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 13, 2019

I asked 15 agents the same question: “If you polled your players about the most and least desirable teams/cities to play for, what teams do you think would end up in the top 5 and which would be in the bottom 5?”

The results: https://t.co/7F0EukhoQG

— Robert Klemko (@RobertKlemko) March 12, 2019

Mike Rhoades has been named the Atlantic 10's coach of the year. It's the first time that a VCU coach has received coach of the year honors since Anthony Grant was named CAA coach of the year in 2006-07.

— Wayne Epps Jr. (@wayneeppsjr) March 12, 2019