Dianna Russini: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Bryce Young pushed for Panthers’ Tetairoa McMillan selection

Many expected the Panthers to explore trading down during last night’s opening round. Failing that, a defensive addition was seen as a logical target. Wideout Tetairoa McMillan emerged as a name to watch, however, and the Arizona wideout was taken with the No.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 25

Russini: Steelers Now Open To Trading George Pickens On Day 2 Of NFL Draft

The Pittsburgh Steelers enter into Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft without a second round pick. They hold the 83rd overall selection in the third round, but that may not be their only pick on Friday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 24

Teams Expect Jaguars To ‘Make A Splash’ In Round 1

Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports that teams picking in the top 10 this year have told her over the last hour that they expect the Jaguars to “make a splash tonight.” The rumors about the Jaguars making a move up or down the board have been circulating for the last few days.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 24

2 Teams Trying to 'Move Up' NFL Draft Order: Report

The 2025 NFL draft is just a few hours away, and teams are scrambling to get into a position they feel comfortable with. Teams are calling others in the hope of making a deal to move up or down, looking to land whatever prospect they believe will give them the best chance to win.

College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 24

Giants Trying To Acquire Second First-Round Pick

Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports that the Giants are trying to acquire a second first-round pick at the back end of the round. There has been a lot

NFL News / The Spun / April 24

Dianna Russini Has 5-Word Message Before The NFL Draft

Dianna Russini of The Athletic is ready for the 2025 NFL Draft to officially begin. Russini worked at ESPN for nearly a decade before joining The Athletic.

San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

George Kittle sets reporter straight over false report

George Kittle set a reporter straight on Wednesday in response to a report that he says contained false information.

49ers RB Christian McCaffrey provides encouraging health update after injury-filled 2024

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 23

Former Iowa Star Bluntly Shuts Down NFL Reporter Over Contract Dispute

Iowa Hawkeyes legend George Kittle is kind of, sort of engaged in a contract dispute with the San Francisco 49ers, as the tight end has just one year remaining on his deal and has been unable to reach an agreement with the 49ers just yet.

Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / April 23

Swirling Vikings QB Rumor Snags Another Gust of Wind

Maybe the Kirk Cousins thing isn’t too absurd. After all, there’s quite a bit of smoke for there to not be a fire. The Vikings QB rumor — one that sees Mr.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23

Are Raiders open to trading Aidan O'Connell?

The Raiders’ Geno Smith acquisition and extension all but certainly takes them out of the QB mix at No. 6 overall. But they are still being mentioned as a team interested in addressing the position later.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 23

Patriots Linked to Massive Trade Buzz for Number Four Pick

It looks like the New England Patriots may have some interest in making a huge shake-up on the board early in this year's draft. According to NFL insider

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 23

More Than 10 Teams Have Expressed Interest In Trading Up During First Round So Far

There have been a ton of reports about teams looking to trade down this year, as the depth of this draft class is viewed as more compelling than the top-end talent.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23

Russini: George Kittle's absence from start of 49ers offseason program is contract-related

Tight end George Kittle was noticeably absent as the San Francisco 49ers kicked off their offseason program on Tuesday, and he's not expected to join his teammates this week.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 23

Russini: Three Teams To Watch As Trade Suitors For Kirk Cousins

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini says the Steelers, Browns and Vikings are three teams worth monitoring for a potential trade for Falcons QB Kirk Cousins.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / April 20

Giants Would Need to Make 'Historic' Offer to Move to No. 1

As the 2025 NFL Draft draws closer, it seems more unlikely that the New York Giants will select a quarterback with the No. 3 pick. Not that they would probably pass on one if Miami’s Cam Ward had a chance of falling to them, but since he’s the clear favorite to go No.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 18

Russini on Aaron Rodgers and the Vikings: 'I think there's still more to be told'

Almost every reputable reporter in the NFL insider industry seems to be in agreement that the Minnesota Vikings are moving forward with J.J. McCarthy as QB1.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 18

Giants preparing for QB move after No. 3

Since the signings of Jameis Winston and Russell Wilson in free agency, the possibility of the Giants waiting until after the No. 3 pick to add a quarterback has gained steam.

New Orleans Saints News / The Spun / April 18

There's Talk About Pro Bowl Quarterback Trade Ahead Of NFL Draft

With the NFL Draft less than a week away, it appears one team is getting ready to move on from its four-time Pro Bowl quarterback. It was reported earlier this month that Derek Carr could miss the entire 2025 season for the New Orleans Saints due to a shoulder injury.

Louisville Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / April 15

Louisville's Tyler Shough gaining steam as top NFL Draft QB prospect

Shough has managed to become an intriguing prospect despite his three-school college odyssey spanning seven years.

Giants to bring in two more QBs for last-minute visits

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Louisville Cardinals News / Yardbarker / April 15

NFL head coach has shocking pick for draft's 'best quarterback'

NFL head coach has shocking pick for 'best quarterback' in 2025 draft class

Miami's Cam Ward is widely seen as the top prospect at the position who deserves to go to the Tennessee Titans via the first overall pick of the player-selection process. However, it appears one current NFL head coach has a different quarterback atop his draft board.

Is Jalen Milroe's stock falling ahead of 2025 NFL Draft?

Insiders address NFL Draft rumors regarding Shedeur Sanders, Saints, Steelers

Report expands on controversial Jaxson Dart, Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft take

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The 'NFL QBs drafted in the first round since 2000' quiz

NFL News / Steeler Nation / April 8

Latest mock draft has Steelers frustrating fans with a reach in Round 1

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to figure out the quarterback position at some point, because as of right now, the only two quarterbacks under contract for the 2025 season are Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 4

Insider shares theory about why Rodgers hasn't signed with Steelers

Insider shares non-Vikings theory about why Aaron Rodgers hasn't signed with Steelers

During a Thursday appearance on FS1's "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" program, NFL insider Dianna Russini of The Athletic shared a different theory about why Rodgers began the first Friday of April as an unsigned free agent.

Five reasons the Steelers should forget about Aaron Rodgers

Vikings GM gives hint of QB plans amid Aaron Rodgers, J.J. McCarthy rumors

Steelers insider addresses concerns about Aaron Rodgers, Arthur Smith fit

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NFL News / Steeler Nation / April 3

Russini: Steelers Being Challenged By Aaron Rodgers For More Money

The Pittsburgh Steelers have entered into the sweepstakes for the 41-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers. This deal has been in the works for quite some time now, but nothing is official yet.