News about Dianna Russini

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins was 'a bit stunned' to see the team take fellow signal caller Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth pick of the NFL Draft, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini . Reports from the NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah and others have since confirmed Cousins' surprise at the move. The Falcons extended their recent trend of selecting offensive skill players in the first round by drafting Penix one month after signing Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract with $100 million guaranteed. Using a draft slot normally targeted for players expected to make an immediate impact, the Falcons chose Penix as the apparent long-term successor to the 35-year-old Cousins.

Since losing out on the playoffs, former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel is without a job. The reason for this may be his physically demanding build. Vrabel was a hot head coaching job in Tennessee a few years ago, but a recruiting cycle has come and gone without him being identified by anyone. According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, an unidentified executive with an NFL team gave a peculiar explanation for the claim.

Wilson isn't expected to play in the Jets' last game of the season against the New England Patriots on Sunday, with veteran Trevor Siemian chosen to the second overall pick of the 2021 Draft. Wilson was'reluctant' to return to weeks earlier after the corporation warned him that he would likely be outloaded before the 2022-23 NFL season comes to an end next month.

After his recent release that failed to spark the team's listless offense, the New York Jets are now considering bringing Zach Wilson back to start, but the former second-overall pick could be having second thoughts. According to The Athletic, Wilson is looking to make a trade move, but he is reluctant to return to his starting role after struggling through the first ten weeks of the season. Wilson is expected to change his mind, according to Dianna Russini and Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Following the team's loss to Buffalo on November 19, Wilson was suspended, but quarterback Tim Boyle and Trevor Siemian are now struggling under center. Both Boyle and Siemian were involved in the Jets' loss to the visiting Atlanta Falcons on Sunday as the Jets fell to 4-8 on the season.

According to reports, the Chicago Bears had discussions about recruiting Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh as a substitute for Matt Eberflus. Harbaugh's name is expected to be a hot topic during this off-season's NFL coaching blitz, much as it has every year since he left the San Francisco 49ers to begin his tenure with Michigan. When she was asked if Harbaugh's name had surfaced in coaching discussions, the Athletics' Dianna Russini appeared on 'The Herd with Colin Cowherd'.

Despite receiving multiple calls ahead of the trade deadline, the Tennessee Titans have told superstar running back Derrick Henry that they are not going to trade him. Despite this, Henry will not be released until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, but it does not mean he will not be traded before 4 p.m. While the Titan's thought process comes ahead of what some believe to be a long deadline in Tennessee, this does give some insight into the Titan's thought process. Despite receiving multiple calls about Henry, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and others on the roster, Athletic's Dianna Russini has announced that unless a special bid is made, general manager Ran Carthon is not planning to trade any more players.

Anthony Richardson's shoulder injury report in Indianapolis isn't positive. According to The Athletic's Dianna Russini, the team is waiting for the results of an MRI to establish an initial diagnosis of a Grade 3 AC joint sprain. Russini writes that the team is expecting him to miss 4-to--6 weeks. After Richardson's departure, the Colts defeated the Tennessee Titans 23-16, which was encouraging news for Indianapolis.

For the New York Jets, Tom Brady and Colin Kaepernick will not be on center stage. Following Aaron Rodgers' season-ending Achilles injury, the team is not interested in adding either quarterback as reported by The Athletic's Dianna Russini and CBS Sports' Jossina Anderson. Russini argues that Jets GM Joe Douglas will not be investigating the 46-year-old because he has made it clear that he hasn't been inquiring about him. And as for Kaepernick, Anderson says the team will not be searching for him but rather focus on finding someone familiar with offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett's equipment.

According to The Athletic, the Minnesota Vikings and NFL receiver Justin Jefferson are expected to be on the verge of a contract extension that could be announced'very soon.' 'I was in Minnesota two weeks ago when I was in Minnesota and wanted to know the status of his contract.' He had no updates for me, saying he didn't want to worry about his company.' Dianna Russini said he didn't want to write to him.' 'Fair.' However, he did say it with a big smile, probably because he knows this team is eager to get it done.'

According to news, longtime ESPN insider Dianna Russini is leaving ESPN to join The Athletic, which is now owned by the New York Times. According to Andrew Marchand of the New York Post, the four-letter network gave the eight-year veteran a raise but she preferred the digital-focused outlet. Russini is expected to write articles about the NFL in addition to appearing on its suite of videos and podcasts in her forthcoming new role.

In a tweet on Tuesday, ESPN's Dianna Russini revealed that Rodgers, 39, wants Beckham Jr., as well as receiver Allen Lazard and Randall Cobb. Marcedes Lewis, the tightend, is also wanted by Rodgers. After having talks with the Super Bowl champion's representatives in California, the Jets are getting closer to filling their vacated starting quarterback position. The Packers have allowed the Jets permission to speak to a long-serving veteran.

According to ESPN's Dianna Russini, the New York Jets brass think they're on the verge of acquiring four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers. Woody Johnson and the Green Bay Packers quarterback in his hometown California this week, and although there was excitement about convincing Rodgers to commit to a move to New York before the trip, the Jets are now more confident following the meeting. 'Johnson left the meeting upbeat and ecstatic about the match,' Russini said on Twitter.'