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Sam Darnold not expected to be franchise-tagged
Vikings QB Sam Darnold is unlikely to be franchise tagged ahead of Tuesday’s deadline.
Fantasy Impact
This has been the expectation for the past few weeks. Darnold will test free agency coming off his big season in Minnesota. He has been linked to a number of teams, including the Raiders and Giants.
Ari Koslow
Davante Adams expected to be released in coming days
The Jets have informed WR Davante Adams they intend to cut him in the coming days.
Fantasy Impact
The Jets were attempting to trade Adams, but they likely got little interest in him knowing he would otherwise be released. Adams will be free to sign with any team at the start of free agency.
Ari Koslow
Matthew Stafford contract is on year-to-year basis
Rams head coach Sean McVay said the financial terms of Matthew Stafford‘s contract will be on a year-to-year basis.
Fantasy Impact
Stafford will take his future on a year-to-year basis with the Rams and in the NFL in general. For now, he’ll remain their starter heading into next season.
Ari Koslow
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