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Tennessee Titans fans are about to get a better idea of ​​the struggles Cam Ward endured during his difficult rookie season. since netflix started quarterback In 2023, football fans can’t get enough of a sports docu-series focused on NFL QBs.

In its debut season, fans got an inside look at Patrick Mahomes’ magical season, which culminated with the Kansas City Chiefs icon winning Super Bowl LVII MVP. Others appreciated how carefully Kirk Cousins ​​kept his mind and body sharp day after day.

In Season 2, fans got to see Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, and Cousins ​​again, this time as members of the Atlanta Falcons. The overall success of the streaming series also led to a spin-off title. receiverPerformances from Justin Jefferson, George Kittle, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Davante Adams and Deebo Samuel.

Now, we know who will participate in Season 3 quarterback.

According to Netflix, Season 3 will include Ward, Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield, and Joe Flacco. The series will return to Netflix on July 14.

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In addition to Ward’s tough start, fans will get to see how Flacco dealt with being the starting QB for the Cleveland Browns, only to later be benched after four games. The Browns then surprisingly traded the veteran QB to their AFC North rivals, sending Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals as an injury replacement for Burrow.

Meanwhile, both Daniels and Mayfield faced their own struggles, as both players missed the playoffs in 2025 after playing postseason football. Add it all up, and there should be plenty of compelling stories for football fans to enjoy later this summer.

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Green Bay Packers rumors have been flying throughout the offseason even before Malik Willis left to sign with the Miami Dolphins. No one expected the Packers to get a chance to sign Willis, who was widely expected to get an opportunity to play better elsewhere. Nevertheless, given that Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst has long been appreciative of developing quarterbacks, rumors have suggested that Green Bay could trade for another young prospect with untapped potential.

The name most linked to the Packers has been former No. 4 overall pick Anthony Richardson. While the Indianapolis Colts are open to trading their former first-round pick for forward Daniel Jones. Green Bay’s latest move shows that a trade for Richardson may not be a top priority right now.

On Monday, the Packers announced they have signed 36-year-old QB Tyrod Taylor to a one-year contract to back up starter Jordan Love.

Taylor is a one-time Pro Bowler who spent the past two seasons with the New York Jets, appearing in eight games and making six starts. He completed 62.2% of his passes for 898 yards, eight touchdowns and five interceptions with the Jets.

Taylor Love joins a somewhat crowded Packers QB depth chart led by Desmond Ridder, Kyle McCord and Kyron Draughns. McCord, 23, was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round last year. The drone is an untested newbie. Ridder is a 26-year-old former third-rounder who has made 18 starts in the NFL, but he is equally unproven.

If nothing else, Taylor brings 15 years of NFL experience to a group that hasn’t seen much time on the field. He will be a veteran voice in the QB room to complement Love. Whether the Packers are still willing to invest more in that group, such as trading a third-day pick for Richardson, remains to be seen, but it’s possible only Love and Taylor make the roster, which could leave room for a developmental option.

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The New York Jets landed the second overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Most years, that’s good enough to hone in on a potential franchise quarterback. But not this year, when most analysts projected to draft only one quarterback in the first round.

Thus, the Jets made other plans, such as trading a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for Geno Smith long before he was drafted. With two-time Pro Bowl QB Smith, it appears the Jets have their starting QB for 2026. However, they also traded up to select Clemson’s Cade Klubnik in the fourth round.

Still, the Jets’ QB room, which currently consists of Smith, Klubnik, Brady Cook and Bailey Zappé, can’t be set.

According to ESPN’s Jets insider Rich Cimini, the team recently hosted 10-time Pro Bowl QB Russell Wilson for a free agency visit. Still, Cimini reports that “nothing is imminent” as the Jets are going through “their process” in looking for an experienced backup QB. Interestingly, Smith’s relationship with Wilson during his time in Seattle may have helped the former Super Bowl-winning Seahawks QB work out with the Giants.

Wilson doesn’t have any starting opportunities left unless he’s willing to join a rebuild like Arizona or go back to Pittsburgh (which still seems to be tied to Aaron Rodgers), or wait out a potential injury to another starter. Thus, a return to New York, this time with the Jets instead of the Giants, could make sense for the 37-year-old QB.

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The 2026 NFL Draft begins Thursday night. Since the Carolina Panthers went 8-9 in the playoffs last season, they will have the 19th pick in the first round.

Still, before the Panthers head into the draft, general manager Dan Morgan is making some small changes to the roster.

According to ESPN’s NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Panthers signed 31-year-old journeyman backup quarterback Will Grier.

The 100th overall pick in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft spent last season with the Cowboys, but he has not thrown a live pass since 2019. That’s when he made the only two appearances of his pro career, leading the Panthers to two losses while completing 53.8% of his passes for 228 yards and four interceptions.

Grier has bounced from the Panthers, to the Cowboys, to the Bengals, to the Patriots, to the Chargers, to the Eagles, to the Cowboys again, and now the Davidson, North Carolina native is back to the team that drafted him in Carolina.

This will be Grier’s second stint with the Panthers, where he will now be the third-line QB behind Bryce Young and Kenny Pickett. It’s possible another QB will join them in the next few days to provide even more competition. The Panthers have seven selections in the NFL Draft, and could always add an undrafted rookie as a camp arm who can learn from Grier’s NFL journey.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers may have a new head coach, but that hasn’t changed their approach at quarterback. Like last year, the team is waiting for future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers. Last year, he waited very patiently for the 2025 NFL Draft. Rodgers did not sign a contract until June. This time the team wants a quick answer.

However, what if the Steelers get a response from Rodgers indicating he is retiring after 21 NFL seasons? Some believe the Steelers will turn to another former Pro Bowl quarterback.

recently, Sports IllustratedAlbert Breer indicated that the Steelers may decide to sign Kirk Cousins ​​instead.

“If the answer is no, the Steelers could turn to Kirk Cousins,” Breyer wrote. “But for now, their inaction is a good sign that they’re comfortable with the state of things.”

Cousins ​​is available in free agency after the Falcons waived him just two years into a four-year, $160 million contract. He started 22 games for the team in that span, leading to a 12–10 record.

The four-time Pro Bowler wants to play, which is why, like Rodgers, he’s taking his time finding the right opportunity. Arizona also has a starting job available, but internal candidate Jacoby Brissett may have the upside to win the job after a career year. Thus, if Rodgers opts out, the Steelers would easily present the best opportunity for Cousins ​​in 2026.

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The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback room may already be set. First, they signed left-handed QB Tua Tagovailoa. The former Pro Bowler is expected to either start until fellow lefty Michael Penix Jr. makes a full recovery from his torn ACL, or possibly completely replace the 2024 first-round pick. While it’s clear who Atlanta’s top two quarterbacks are, now another arm has joined the fray.

On Tuesday, the Falcons signed 34-year-old backup QB Trevor Siemian. He will undoubtedly be the Falcons’ third-line QB behind Tagovailoa and Penix.

Siemian was the 250th selection in the 2015 NFL Draft. Considering that 249 players were selected before him, the seventh-round selection has had a good career.

After winning the Super Bowl as a rookie on Peyton Manning’s Broncos, Siemian has made 40 appearances and 33 starts. He has appeared in one game for seven different teams. Still, the Falcons are the 10th team Siemian has signed with.

However, he reunited in Atlanta with Kevin Stefanski, with whom he worked on the Vikings in 2018. Even though it’s been a long time, Siemian should have a very short learning curve when it comes to mastering the offense. With only five selections in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Falcons have already finalized their QB room, but there’s always a possibility they’ll add another camp arm as Penix continues his rehab.

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Last season, the Kansas City Chiefs’ playoff hopes ended just as Patrick Mahomes’ season ended with a torn ACL after 14 games. Since the injury occurred so late in the season (December 14), it is likely that Mahomes will not be ready to start in Week 1.

While the Chiefs missed the postseason for the first time since 2014, another 6-11 season would not be acceptable for a team that has won three Super Bowls since 2019. On Monday, the Chiefs traded for former first-round quarterback Justin Fields. Many assumed he would take over as Mahomes’ backup and/or take over the Chiefs’ QB1 duties until Mahomes was ready.

But, what if he was brought in to provide coach Andy Reid with a specific piece to his offense, even if that means using specific packages or possibly a tush push? Certainly Mahomes won’t be suddenly used in that role, especially after suffering a torn ACL.

In other words, what if the Chiefs are still eyeing another, more traditional QB to join the depth chart?

Recently, the Chiefs were reported to be discussing signing Russell Wilson in free agency.

Florio wrote, “On Monday morning, before the Chiefs traded for former Jets quarterback Justin Fields, someone was throwing spaghetti over the question of whether Kansas City was keeping an eye on Russell Wilson as Patrick Mahomes insurance.”

While that idea may have gone away after adding Fields, what if signing the 10-time Pro Bowl QB is still on the table? After all, as Florio later said, there aren’t many clear-cut starting opportunities left.

Eventually, Wilson would have to give up his pride and accept the role of backup QB. Unless, of course, he wants to play at all and remain unsigned, in the hopes that one of the team’s starters will suffer an injury that will keep him out for a good portion of the season.

After all, there aren’t many quarterbacks available who are as capable as the former Super Bowl winner. Plus, after starting just three games last season, the 37-year-old won’t be able to demand much as a free agent, especially if his phone isn’t going off.

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Some of the questions about the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback situation are now over. Still, new questions will arise now, as a potential QB competition looms in the Twin Cities.

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Vikings have signed Kyler Murray to a one-year contract. He’s signing a minimum of $1.3 million for a veteran player, which is an incredible deal in a situation where the salaries of the highest-paid players approach $60 million.

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According to Murray’s agent Eric Burkhardt, a no-tag clause will be included in Murray’s Vikings contract. This prevents the Vikings from making a transition or placing the franchise tag on him next offseason.

Of course, if all goes well, the Vikings and Murray could work on an extension before hitting the open market again. If not, Murray gets one season to prove his worth and maximize his value on the open market next year.

That means the two-time Pro Bowl quarterback enters the season as a motivated guy who wants to show that the Cardinals made a big mistake by moving on from their franchise QB. Murray has completed 67.1% of his passes for 20,460 yards, 121 touchdowns and 60 interceptions.

Still, Murray adds another element that the Vikings’ offense hasn’t seen since a short stint with Josh Dobbs following Kirk Cousins’ injury in 2023. An uber-athlete who was even a top-ten pick in the MLB draft, Murray had 819 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns in 2020. Overall, he racked up 3,193 yards and 32 touchdowns on the ground, adding a unique aspect to Coach Minnesota’s scoring attack.

Murray is entering an excellent situation playing for Kevin O’Connell, who also helped Sam Darnold maximize his potential. Plus, it never hurts to have Justin Jefferson, who is also joined by Jordan Addison and TJ Hockenson. Another option could be to move up to the middle rounds of the draft after losing Jalen Naylor to the Raiders in free agency.

Next, the focus will be on whether the 28-year-old Murray finds himself in competition with JJ McCarthy, the 10th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. Still, the Vikings may not be ready to give up McCarthy, 23, but signing a proven seven-year veteran who has started all 87 games sends a strong signal that could send the 23-year-old to the bench.

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Although some interesting reports are suggesting otherwise, all signs point to the Las Vegas Raiders making Fernando Mendoza the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. After all, they already moved on before the start of last year by sending Geno Smith to the New York Jets.

With Aidan O’Connell the only quarterback left on the Raiders roster, Las Vegas has no choice but to add another arm to the roster this offseason. Chances are, he’ll be a veteran who can help Mendoza navigate the ups and downs of his first season.

A potential guru came forward on Wednesday. according to athleticAccording to NFL insider Diana Russini, Raiders fans should “expect” the team to “show interest” in signing the recently released Kirk Cousins ​​to help Mendoza.

While Cousins ​​certainly wants to play in 2026 rather than play a backup role, he would be an ideal fit for the Raiders. The four-time Pro Bowl quarterback has mastered the art of preparing for his opponents, whether it’s adjusting his body or diving into individual matchups and film to break down coverages. Cousins ​​could be a huge asset for the young QB.

Additionally, if he is pressed into action, Cousins ​​could still help swing some games in the Raiders’ favor. The 37-year-old still led the Falcons to a 5-3 record last season, keeping them in the playoff race for as long as he could. If asked to do the same in Las Vegas, both parties need to be confident he is the right person for the job.

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On Wednesday, when the NFL’s new league year begins at 4 p.m. ET, the Arizona Cardinals are expected to officially release Kyler Murray from their roster. He will be free to choose his next team of his choice, leaving Arizona with a depth chart that includes Jacoby Brissett and newly signed Gardner Minshew III.

Certainly, this is not a satisfactory group. Some NFL insiders believe more QB moves are coming to Arizona, possibly even a trade involving Brissett to capitalize on a career year.

Meanwhile, others, like, believe the Cardinals could be positioning themselves to pursue Kirk Cousins ​​in free agency.

Florio makes a good point connecting the dots between Cardinals first-year head coach Mike LaFleur and Cousins’ previous coaches like Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay. Cousins ​​was coached by Shanahan and McVay in Washington and by Kevin O’Connell in Minnesota, who like LaFleur also comes from the McVay tree.

In other words, Cousins ​​should take a leading role in mastering Arizona’s new offense. Having a chip on his shoulder from not only being pushed out of Atlanta but also going up against his former coaches could be a positive development for Cousins ​​as well.

Plus, if the QB chairs continue to move this way leaving him without a starting job, moving his family to Arizona will start looking better and better by the hour. For a Cardinals team looking to find its footing quickly, Cousins ​​could help speed up the process, even if he isn’t a long-term solution.

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Ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, many analysts expected the Atlanta Falcons to improve on the pass-rusher with the eighth overall pick in the first round. Despite signing Kirk Cousins ​​to a four-year, $180 million contract a month earlier, they surprised everyone by selecting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. instead.

After two seasons, the Falcons have already decided to release Cousins, ending his Atlanta tenure with a 12–10 record. Meanwhile, Penix has yet to establish himself as a franchise QB. Penix, who turns 26 in May, still has two more years left on his rookie contract. He initially led the Falcons to a 4–8 record.

Now, as we approach the player transaction phase, the Falcons are being linked to another high-profile quarterback.

Recently, ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler had the opportunity to travel to Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine. In doing so, he raised several interesting points.

One thing Fowler reported was that an unnamed NFL head coach told him, unsolicited, “Be careful of Tua (Tagovailoa) in Atlanta.”

The Falcons do not have many strong or specific coaching relationships with Tagovailoa. However, coach Kevin Stefanski hired Robert Prince as his wide receivers coach, and Prince spent the 2025 season in the same role with the Miami Dolphins.

Or maybe the Falcons are interested in the idea of ​​bringing in a former Pro Bowl QB to compete and inspire Penix to maximize his potential. Stock is low on Tagovailoa, who signed a four-year, $212 million contract with the Dolphins through 2024. They’ve already guaranteed $54 million in 2026; The question is whether he will earn that money as a member of the Dolphins, Falcons or another team.

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The Carolina Panthers took a big jump in Dave Canales’ second season as head coach, going from five wins to eight, winning the NFC South in the process. Now, the Panthers are looking for a way to take another step forward, but they may have something in the works.

According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Panthers are receiving trade calls on backup quarterback Andy Dalton this offseason. Regardless of whether they made a trade or not, Panthers general manager Dan Morgan made it clear that the Panthers will bring in another backup quarterback this offseason, and Dalton knows it.

Now 38, Dalton is a two-time Pro Bowl QB who is in the last year of his contract in Carolina. While he could provide valuable experience to Carolina’s QB room, it’s possible another team would be willing to offer a third-day draft pick in exchange for the 15-year veteran.

If the Panthers can also get a seventh- or sixth-round pick by trading Dalton, who can be cut from the roster before the season starts, that’s an opportunity worth considering. After all, they could have signed another veteran QB to replace him anyway.

Young and Dalton are the only quarterbacks on Carolina’s roster, but as Morgan said, another addition is on the way.

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