Corey Feldman alleges he was snubbed from Oscars Rob Reiner tribute

Corey Feldmanis responding to fan outrage, alleging he was left out of a tribute toRob Reinerat the upcomingAcademy Awards.

The actor, 54, said in aMarch 6 post on Xthat he was "not invited" to Sunday's Oscars ceremony to honor Reiner, who directed him in the 1986 film "Stand By Me."The Daily Mailpreviously reported that Feldman was not asked to participate in a planned tribute to Reiner at the ceremony scheduled for March 15.

Feldman, though, tried to tamp down fan outrage over his alleged lack of an invitation.

"I understand many believe [it's] due 2 being outspoken about the abuse I suffered as a child & the campaign 2 silence me," Feldman wrote in an all-caps X post. "However, this [isn't] about me! [It's] not my moment @ all! [It's] about the tragic loss of [our] friend Rob Reiner & his memory."

Feldman also asked his fans to "please take down any petitions" pushing for him to be invited to the Oscars, adding, "They [don't] need me there." He also said that he will "honor Rob my own way."

USA TODAY has reached out to the Academy for comment.

Feldman starred as Teddy in Reiner's classic coming-of-age movie "Stand By Me" oppositeWil Wheaton,Jerry O'ConnellandRiver Phoenix.

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Rob Reiner speaks onstage at Collider's Directors On Directing Panel during 2025 Comic-Con International: San Diego at San Diego Convention Center on July 24, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends SiriusXM Presents Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend Live With The Cast Of "Spinal Tap 2" at SiriusXM Studios on Sept. 4, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends the premiere of "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on Sept. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> From left: C. J. Vanston, Harry Shearer, Valerie Franco, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Fran Drescher and Rob Reiner attend the premiere of "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on Sept. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends the premiere of "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on Sept. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer Reiner attend the Human Rights Campaign's 2025 LA Dinner at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles on March 22, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends the Human Rights Campaign's 2025 dinner in Los Angeles on March 22, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer Reiner attend the Human Rights Campaign's 2025 LA Dinner at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles on March 22, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner speaks onstage at the screening of "The American President" during the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 25, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends the screening of "Misery" during the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 25, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and Kathy Bates attend the screening of "Misery" during the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 25, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Aaron Sorkin, Rob Reiner and TCM Host Ben Mankiewicz attend the screening of "The American President" during the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 25, 2025.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Jake Reiner, Romy Reiner, Rob Reiner, and Michele Reiner attend the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on January 15, 2024, in Los Angeles, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and Sally Struthers speak onstage during the 75th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles on Jan. 15, 2024.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Reiner attend the 46th Kennedy Center Honors gala at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, on Dec. 3, 2023.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Director Rob Reiner attends the photocall of "This Is Spinal Tap" during the 75th annual Cannes film festival at Majestic Beach on May 18, 2022, in Cannes, France.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Director Rob Reiner attends the photocall of "This Is Spinal Tap" during the 75th annual Cannes film festival at Majestic Beach on May 18, 2022, in Cannes, France.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Director Rob Reiner attends the photocall of "This Is Spinal Tap" during the 75th annual Cannes film festival at Majestic Beach on May 18, 2022, in Cannes, France.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends The Paley Honors: A Special Tribute To Television's Comedy Legends at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on Nov. 21, 2019, in Beverly Hills, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and Larry David attend the Los Angeles premiere of Neon's "The Biggest Little Farm" at the Landmark Theater on May 7, 2019, in Los Angeles, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner and Larry David attend the Los Angeles premiere of Neon's "The Biggest Little Farm" at the Landmark Theater on May 7, 2019, in Los Angeles, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Rob Reiner attends the "This Is Spinal Tap" 35th anniversary during the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival at the Beacon Theatre.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> From left: Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer, Michael McKean, and Rob Reiner attend the "This Is Spinal Tap" 35th anniversary during the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival at the Beacon Theatre on April 27, 2019, in New York City.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Special Guests Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner attend the Hand and Footprint Ceremony: Billy Crystal at the 2019 10th Annual TCM Classic Film Festival on April 12, 2019, in Hollywood, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Special guests Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner attend the Hand and Footprint Ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on April 12, 2019, in Hollywood, California.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Special guests Billy Crystal and Rob Reiner attend the Hand and Footprint Ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on April 12, 2019, in Hollywood, California.

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Rob Reiner speaks onstage at Collider's Directors On Directing Panel during 2025 Comic-Con International: San Diego at San Diego Convention Center on July 24, 2025.

Over the years, Feldman has spoken out about alleged sexual abuse in Hollywood, including claiming in a 2025 documentary that his late "Lost Boys" co-star Corey Haim molested him on the set of the 1987 film. He has also alleged he was abused by other men in the business.

Reiner wasfound dead alongside his wife, Michele Singer, in December. Theirson, Nick Reiner, has been chargedwith their murder. He has pleaded not guilty.

Jerry O'Connellbreaks down in emotional tribute to Rob Reiner

The Academy has not confirmed any details about a possible tribute to Reiner, the director of acclaimed films including "When Harry Met Sally…" and "The Princess Bride," at Sunday's Oscars.

Reiner has been honored at several other awards shows over the past several months, including January's Golden Globes.Host Nikki Glaser ended the eveningby donning a "This Is Spinal Tap" hat and referencing a line from Reiner's 1984 comedy.

Chelsea Handler also honored Reinerwhile hosting January's Critics' Choice Awards, praising the late filmmaker as the "nicest guy in Hollywood."

Contributing: Anna Kaufman

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Ex-Prince Andrew’s House Arrest Comes at a Cost To King Charles — Source

King Charles IIIis reportedly ready to fund living arrangements for his younger brother,Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor. However, this comes at a cost. Sources claim that the king is ready to provide for the ex‑prince's lavish life but only if he stays out of the public eye. The former Duke of York has been in the limelight lately because of various controversies surrounding him. Now, Andrew will have to be under "house arrest" in exchange for a comfortable lifestyle funded by his brother.

King Charles funding ex-Prince Andrew's lifestyle in exchange for his house arrest, says source

The British monarchy faced a series of challenges after the various controversies surrounding Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor came to light. This resulted inKing Charlesmaking a decision to strip Andrew of his titles. He even ordered his brother to move out of Royal Lodge along with his ex‑wife, Sarah Ferguson.

The ex‑prince is currently staying at Sandringham Estate. He is expected to move to Marsh Farm once the renovations of the place are done. Earlier reports suggested that the former prince will have only two household staff — a chef and a valet — at Marsh Farm.

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As per a newRadarOnlinereport, Charles would provide for his brother's living arrangements. However, this will only happen if he stays isolated. The reports come after Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in office. While he was released after a few hours, he still remains under investigation.

Marsh Farm, whereAndrewis supposed to live permanently, has been fitted with a lot of security features. A source revealed that this is to make sure that the former duke has minimal public exposure while the investigation continues.

An insider shared, "Effectively, Andrew is now under house arrest and will remain so for the rest of his life, as, in exchange, his brother will fund his comfortable lifestyle." The source added that this is an "unofficial agreement." However, the monarch is clear that if Andrew wants to have the same lifestyle he did before, he will have to stay "locked away."

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SALLA, Finland (AP) — Traditional reindeer racing that has been delighting spectators for decades in Finland brought hundreds of fans to the Salla Reindeer Cup in the frigid town of Salla on Saturday and Sunday.

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Tua Tagovailoa, Falcons agree to one-year deal

Tua Tagovailoalanded on his feet quickly after being released by the Miami Dolphins.

Tagovailoa has agreed to a one-year contract to join theAtlanta Falconsin 2026 NFL free agency, according toreports. He is signing the veteran minimum which will be $1.3 million for 2026.

The deal cannot be finalized until Tagovailoa is released Wednesday.

The Falcons entered the 2026 NFL offseason in need of a veteran quarterback behind 2024 first-round pickMichael Penix Jr.after parting withKirk Cousins. Tagovailoa will fill that need, and the 28-year-old left profiles as a good fit for Kevin Stefanski's offense.

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Tagovailoa is coming off his first losing season as an NFL starting quarterback. The 2020 first-round pick posted a 6-8 record across 14 starts while completing 67.7% of his passes for 2,660 yards, 20 touchdowns and 15 interceptions – good for second-most in the league behind only Geno Smith (17).

The Dolphins benched Tagovailoa in favor of rookieQuinn Ewersfor the final three games of the 2025 NFL season, throwing his future with the team into question.

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Days before free agency, Miami officially announced it would be releasing Tagovailoa – and absorbing an NFL-record $99.2 million in dead-cap space to do so – at the start of the new league year.

The Falcons will be hoping Tagovailoa – who made the Pro Bowl in 2023 – can enjoy a bounce-back season with a change of scenery.

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It isn't yet clear whether Tagovailoa will battle Penix for the team's starting job or just serve as high-upside insurance in case the third-year pro needs extra time to return from a torn ACL he suffered midway through last season.

Here's how things will look when Tagovailoa officially signs on Wednesday:

• Michael Penix Jr. (injured)

• Tua Tagovailoa

Easton Stick– the third quarterback on the Falcons' roster in 2025 behind Penix Jr. and Cousins – is a free agent.

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Tommy DeCarlo, Boston Fan Who Became Band’s Lead Singer, Dies at 60 After Brain Cancer Diagnosis

Tommy DeCarlo became Boston's lead singer in 2007 after Brad Delp's death

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• DeCarlo had several health issues, including brain cancer, which led to canceled shows and a focus on recovery in late 2025

• "He fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end," the late musician's family shared

Tommy DeCarlo, a Boston fan who became the rock band's lead singer following the death of their original singer, Brad Delp, has died. He was 60.

"It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our Dad, Tommy DeCarlo, on Monday, March 9th, 2026," amessageon DeCarlo's social media account reads.

"After being diagnosed with brain cancer last September, he fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end," the message continues.

"During this difficult time, we kindly ask that friends and fans respect our family's privacy as we grieve and support one another," the statement signed "with love" by his children, Annie, Talia and Tommy Jr., reads. "Rest in peace, Dad."

In a statement to PEOPLE, Boston lead guitarist and founding member Tom Scholz remembered DeCarlo as a "competitive athlete and yet a gentle soul who is remembered by his son and many others as a sweet man who did not deserve to be cut down at such a young age.  It's not surprising that one of his favorite BOSTON songs to sing was 'To Be a Man.' "

"While many people will remember Tommy giving his audience amazing live performances, I will remember him as the incredible singer who appeared out of nowhere to rescue BOSTON in 2007, and gave all of us with the band 10 additional years of performing our most memorable live shows," Scholz continued. "Rest in peace Tommy, youdidknow what it took to be a man."

According to aGoFundMepreviously created for DeCarlo, the late musician "suffered a sudden brain bleed and underwent an emergency craniotomy" in late September 2025. During surgery, doctors discovered two melanoma masses on his brain and another spot on his lungs, the fundraiser notes.

"He amazed us by recovering from the surgery and beginning treatment, but before he could complete it, he had another brain bleed and was hospitalized from November 27th to December 27th," the fundraiser continued.

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In October 2025, DeCarloshared with his fansthat he had "been facing some unexpected health issues that have required me to step back and focus on my well-being." Boston then canceled their remaining 2025 shows.

The performer said at the time that while it was "not an easy choice" to step away from performing, it was "important that I take the time I need to recover and get back to feeling my best, so that when I return to the stage, I can give you everything I've got."

Before joining Boston, DeCarlo worked at a North Carolina Home Depot as a credit manager,USA Todayreported. He was also a self-taught piano player and choir singer who was inspired by Delp, reportedRolling Stone.

DeCarlo posted Boston covers on MySpace and wrote an original song honoring Delp, according to his biography on theBostonwebsite. A friend of his suggested DeCarlo send a MySpace link to Boston's team. Weeks later, Scholz heard DeCarlo's cover of "Don't Look Back" and was impressed. Scholz asked him to play with the band during a tribute concert for Delp, who died in 2007.

DeCarlo was soon hired to sing with the band, singing hits like "More Than a Feeling," "Rock and Roll Band" and "Peace of Mind" to cheering fans. They also recorded the albumLife, Love & Hope, the only Boston album featuring DeCarlo, in 2013.

The musician also formed the band DECARLO with his son in 2012,MLivereported.

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The band released its first album in 2020, and DeCarlo released an audiobook,Unlikely Rockstar – The Tommy DeCarlo Story, per the outlet.

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NFL free agency: From Matthew Stafford to Fernando Mendoza, early winners and losers

The Baltimore Ravens seem committed to maximizing Lamar Jackson's championship window, the Philadelphia Eagles still have A.J. Brown's contractual rights and the Seattle Seahawks let their Super Bowl MVP walk in free agency.

But beyond the obvious implications of 2026 NFL free agency's biggest moves, what are the underrated implications of this year's cycle?

In light of the NFL's legal tampering window opening Monday, following an active week of trades and high-profile scheduled releases, here are Yahoo Sports' winners and losers from the beginning of free agency:

Winners

Kenneth Walker's chance at a Super Bowl MVP repeat:In order to repeat as Super Bowl MVP, you've got to repeat on the Super Bowl stage. And while the Seattle Seahawks showed they could go all the way this season, the Kansas City Chiefs in the Patrick Mahomes era have shown they can go all the way and then get back there again. So insigning with the Chiefs in free agency, Walker didn't settle for money without a chance to be competitive. He joined a team that values playing at your best on the biggest stage, which Walker did both in a 135-yard, 5-yards-per-carry Super Bowl performance as well as his 116-yard, three-touchdown performance in a divisional round win over the San Francisco 49ers.Monday's news that tight end Travis Kelce will return to the Chiefsfor another year, per multiple reports, further suggests the 2026 Chiefs can still contend even if they are retooling their roster.

Dallas Cowboys' secondary:The Cowboys hired defensive coordinator Christian Parker to shore up a defense that allowed more points and more passing yards than any group in 2025. They valued Parker's résumé of developing young defensive backs, including Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the last two years with the Philadelphia Eagles. But one aid to the young DBs' development was an excellent defensive front.Trading a 2027 fourth-round draft pick for edge rusher Rashan Gary on Mondayadds a proven veteran to a group that also has Quinnen Williams, Kenny Clark and Osa Odighizuwa. That should help the Cowboys' secondary, which won't need to cover as long. "Rush and coverage working together is a beautiful thing," one Cowboys source told Yahoo Sports. An AFC assistant added: "Gotta give Jerry [Jones] and crew credit for being aggressive. With the way the offense played last year, if they can get the defense right, there's a legitimate shot to make a run."

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Bills' chance to smooth over their Keon Coleman mess:Keon Coleman's limited production since the Buffalo Bills selected him in the 2024 NFL Draft has been unideal. But arguably more toxic to the Bills' passing game was a January news conference in which team owner Terry Pegula acted like the leadership still in place didn't want Coleman — even as the receiver remained on Buffalo's roster. The direct relationship may still need mending. But the Bills took a step toward placating the fan base wondering why a front office that failed to stock the team with adequate receiver talent outlasted former head coach Sean McDermott. TheBills are trading 2026 second- and fifth-round picks for Chicago Bears receiver DJ Moore, per multiple reports, in a transaction that can become official Wednesday. Moore's four 1,100+ yard seasons across Chicago and the Carolina Panthers show the type of receiver he can be. And while his production and catch percentage fell off his final year in Chicago, his familiarity with head coach Joe Brady's play-calls from their time in Carolina will help hasten his acclimation to a team with an MVP quarterback and a sense of urgency.

Sauce Gardner's lockdown coverage:The Indianapolis Colts acquired Sauce Gardner at the trade deadline because of his ability to lock down receivers. Last week, he wanted to lock down one of his own team's wideouts. Gardner posted to X: "should I lock Alec Pierce in my basement and force him to sign the contract papers?" The Colts' decision to tag quarterback Daniel Jones rather than Pierce seemed like it might cost them their player. Instead, on the cusp of what seemed like a chance to hit the market,Pierce and the Colts reached a four-year deal worth a reported $116 million. The decision may have cost the Colts fellow wide receiverMichael Pittman Jr., whom they promptly traded to the Pittsburgh Steelersafter paying up for Pierce. But Gardner's public plea came true. He tweeted Monday: "it worked chat".

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Fernando Mendoza, in part:Full disclosure, the Indiana quarterback and presumptive first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft earned his spot on the losers list first. More on that in a minute. But by Monday afternoon, he warranted a winning recognition too as theLas Vegas Raiders signed center Tyler Linderbaum to a record-breaking contractworth $27 million per year and $60 million guaranteed, per multiple reports. Protecting quarterbacks in the NFL is one of the most integral keys to ensuring a quarterback grows rather than falters. As a high-caliber, veteran center, Linderbaum doesn't only guard against pocket-collapsing defensive tackles. He'll also help Mendoza transition from college playbooks to pro protection schemes. He can help cover Mendoza's physical and mental blind spots as he develops. The Raiders had to bid high for Linderbaum, and Mendoza should celebrate.

The Broncos' salary cap department:When the Denver Broncos decided to shoulder an $85 million dead cap hit for Russell Wilson two years ago, they set the unenviable record for the largest dead cap hit in NFL history. Thanks to the Miami Dolphins, the Broncos will soon no longer hold that distinction. TheDolphins are expected to release quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, absorbing a $99.2 million dead cap hit to do so. Adding insult to injury: The Dolphins are making this move during a year of a weak rookie quarterback class. So while the Broncos were able to balance Bo Nix's rookie salary against Wilson's dead cap hit, theDolphins will be paying Malik Willis more than $20 million a year on a three-year dealworth up to $67.5 million, with $45 million guaranteed. Even with the chance to spread out both quarterbacks' cap hits over multiple years, the Dolphins will still be investing heavily in one room while needing to bolster several others.

Matthew Stafford's chance at another ring:When Matthew Stafford accepted his MVP award on stage with his four daughters last month, the now 38-year-old confirmed he'll return for another run with the Los Angeles Rams. The Seahawks edged the Rams in the NFC championship game by 4 points, despite Stafford's 374-yard, three-touchdown performance. That's because Seattle was able to pick apart the Rams' weakness: their secondary, particularly their cornerbacks. Now, Los Angeles is pivoting from its strategy to hope a strong defensive front will elevate a shaky secondary. The Rams instead traded for Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie and signed Chiefs cornerback Jaylen Watson to add talented players with playoff experience. Neither came cheap. As long as Stafford stays healthy, that should position the Rams right back in the strongest group of contenders ahead of the 2026 season.

Losers

Fernando Mendoza, in part:We stand by our belief that the Linderbaum signing was one of the most important moves the Raiders could make to help Mendoza develop if and when they draft him first overall. But high-ranking personnel executives across the league often say that the best schematic recipe for young quarterbacks isn't to give them top-tier weapons at wideout; rather, it's to give them a strong defense and run game to take the pressure off the quarterback that shootouts are needed to win. So while theRaiders' haul of two first-round draft picks for Maxx Crosby made sense with their team life cycleand could pay dividends in the medium- and long-term, Crosby's move to the Baltimore Ravens will not help Mendoza's early career. Facing the Raiders looks easier this week than it did last. "Maxx was [the] most disruptive player I've had to game-plan against since Aaron Donald," one offensive coach told Yahoo Sports. "Every play. Every down. Game wrecker." In Baltimore, Lamar Jackson is celebrating.

Rebuilding teams in search of veteran QBs:Stick with us here, but Malik Willis and Sam Darnold are among quarterbacks who have created a low-key trend. The pattern: Quarterbacks looking for their footing should go to winning teams with strong play-callers, not only because of the development they'll receive there but also because of the staff connections that will bolster their future market. While Darnold had a larger body of work when he hit free agency last year, the Seahawks' willingness to invest in him still came in large part because of then-offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak's ability to vouch for Darnold from their overlapping year in San Francisco. Signing with the Dolphins, Willis is experiencing something similar: The decision-makers who saw him developing behind the scenes and evolving in practice were most willing to pay him. Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley practiced against Willis last year while Hafley was Green Bay defensive coordinator and now-Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan was in Green Bay's front office. That gave Willis a payday when a shifting market materialized less competitively for his services than initially warranted. QBs on the market this year should take note: Winning staffs are more likely to produce the next wave of decision-makers.

Howie Roseman's asking price, so far***:The Philadelphia Eagles' interest in shopping receiver A.J. Brown is no secret. But general manager Howie Roseman's asking price for his wideout appears too steep at this step. Roseman wants a first- and a second-round pick, per multiple reports, which has not materialized as receivers including Moore and Pierce settle into their 2026 homes. It's possible that Roseman's asking price could become more palatable as the week goes on and the receiver supply dwindles. The New England Patriots still seem to make the most sense as a trade partner: Brown played for Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel in Tennessee; the Patriots released Stefon Diggs, creating a hole in their receiver room; and the Patriots' first-round pick would be at No. 31, which could make that part of the package more palatable. This conversation is far from over, warranting the asterisks here. But if the Eagles and Roseman wanted it settled early in order to make subsequent moves accordingly, their bet on early bidders lost.

Jets' chance to continue making history:The New York Jets defense managing to secure zero interceptions in 2025 will remain hilarious to everyone except the Jets and some of their fan base. Prior to that, no team in the NFL had recorded fewer than two interceptions dating back to the Jets' establishment as a team in 1960. Extending that streak to two years would also be funny, but the Jets' free agency moves suggest they'll instead begin rebuilding a defense from which they willingly dealt Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams. New upgrades include edge rusher Joseph Ossai, linebacker Demario Davis and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick. With the bevy of draft capital from recent trades, expect the Jets also to add strong young defensive talent in April — beginning with the second overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Aaron Rodgers' market:Aaron Rodgers said last week on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he did not have a contract offer on the table, from his most recent team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, nor anyone. The four-time MVP's market has not gotten smoother in the last week, with a sudden influx of not just available but also extremely cost-effective veteran quarterbacks. Kyler Murray, Tua Tagovailoa, Kirk Cousins and Geno Smith are all getting paid to not play for their former teams — making them attractive options for the veteran minimum cost of $1.3 million. Tagovailoahas reportedly already landed with the Falcons. Rodgers' arm still flashed during the 2025 season, he wasn't an in-season distraction, and his ability to diagnose defenses in real time is arguably the best in the game at the position right now. But will a suitor whom Rodgers wants also want him? The Steelers and Minnesota Vikings remain the most likely to appeal to him.

Right-handed QB3s interested in Atlanta:With the Atlanta Falcons on track to sign Tagovailoa, the Falcons will now have left-handed quarterbacks at each of their top two spots on the depth chart. Whoever joins Michael Penix Jr. and Tagovailoa should recognize that practices, and offensive installations, will be geared toward southpaws. This might sound silly, but protections and formations are often flipped for left-handed quarterbacks and thus coached accordingly. If teammates are used to running plays that way, a right-handed quarterback may have more difficulty getting on-field familiarity from players to the side favoring his dominant hand. And while third-string quarterbacks may seem like an obscure position to care about in March, both Penix and Tagovailoa have significant injury histories (torn knee tendons, concussions, respectively) that could thrust a third quarterback into action.

The Eagles' Super Bowl defensive corp:When the Eagles won the Super Bowl 13 months ago, their top-ranked defense's dismantling of Mahomes and Co. played a huge role. Already last spring, key contributors including defensive linemen Milton Williams and Josh Sweat departed in free agency. As of Monday, the Eagles have now also lost linebacker Nakobe Dean to the Las Vegas Raiders and safety Reed Blankenship to the Houston Texans. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is more likely than most in the league to identify and develop replacements. But as coaches and players are courted elsewhere, the defense that already dropped from first in yards per play allowed in 2024 to seventh last year must again hit on draft picks. Restocking the cupboard with some rookie contracts will help offset high-priced extended players including linebacker Zack Baun and defensive tackle Jordan Davis.

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Report: Seahawks keep Rashid Shaheed with 3-year, $51M deal

On a day that saw NFL rivals poach several key contributors from their Super Bowl roster, the Seattle Seahawks made a big commitment to retain explosive playmaker Rashid Shaheed.

The wide receiver and kick returner has agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal that includes $34.7 million in guaranteed money, according to ESPN. He joins cornerback Josh Jobe and linebacker Drake Thomas in agreeing to new contracts with the reigning champions.

The news of Shaheed's deal came after the Seahawks lost a trio of players on Monday. Super Bowl MVP running back Kenneth Walker III agreed to a contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, defensive back Coby Bryant is joining the Chicago Bears and pass rusher Boye Mafe is departing for the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Shaheed, 27, was one of the Seahawks' biggest offseason priorities after the team sent fourth- and fifth-round picks to New Orleans to acquire the speedster in November. While Shaheed's production in the offense was spotty, he provided numerous big plays in the return game, including returning the opening kickoff of the NFC divisional round game against San Francisco 95 yards for a touchdown.

Undrafted out of Weber State in 2022, Shaheed produced 10 touchdowns of 30-plus yards for the Saints before being dealt to Seattle, where he was reunited with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. In 12 games with the Seahawks (including the playoffs), Shaheed caught only 18 passes for 266 yards and did not reach the end zone, although he did add 86 rushing yards on 11 attempts.

Kubiak departed to become the Las Vegas Raiders' head coach, leading some speculation about whether Shaheed would remain with Seattle. The Seahawks have replaced Kubiak at offensive coordinator with former 49ers tight ends coach Brian Fleury.

--Field Level Media

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