The Detroit Lions have signed QB Jared Goff to an extension worth $212 Million and $170 million guaranteed.
The Detroit Lions have been handing out a lot of money this offseason. The Lions have made Penei Sewell the highest paid offensive lineman, Amon-Ra St. Brown the highest paid wide receiver at the time of the signing (AJ Brown signed a couple days after), and now they have the second highest paid quarterback annually in Jared Goff.
Goff was once deemed to be a mediocre quarterback when drafted number 1 overall by the Rams. When traded to the Lions he had a resurgence, helping improve the Lions offense with his quarterback play. Goff led the Lions to their first NFC North title since 1993 and their first NFC Championship Game appearance since 1991. The Lions have rewarded Goff with a bag full of money making him the second highest paid quarterback annually with a contract extension of 4-years worth up to $212 million, and $170 million guaranteed.
Goff emerges with an extension while a group of other quarterbacks still awaiting a new deal include division rival Jordan Love, Dak Prescott, Tua Tagovailoa, and Trevor Lawrence. It is yet to be seen which one of these quarterbacks will come out with the largest bag but for now Goff can sit back and enjoy his well-deserved extension.
As for fantasy, Goff has finished top 10 in each of the last two seasons. There has not been much turnover in the offense as they have the same offensive coordinator, running back group, and very little changed with their receiving core. Hendon Hooker is still a stash barring injury to Goff. Jared Goff is the perfect second quarterback to have in your SuperFlex dynasty leagues.
The New York Giants have signed WR Allen Robinson to a one-year deal.
Allen Robinson has found a new home with the Giants after spending the 2023 season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The former Pro Bowl wide receiver will look to make an impact in a wide receiver room that struggled in 2023. While he hasn’t had over 400 receiving yards since 2020, he is still only 30 years old and capable of making an impact.
Robinson joins a wide receiver group that now includes Malik Nabers, Wan’Dale Robinson, Jalin Hyatt, Darius Slayton, and Isaiah Hodgins. Many of these players have disappointed and/or struggled with injuries during their short NFL careers. However, the talent is undeniable, and the unit should be much improved in 2024, despite their quarterbacks’ limitations.
For fantasy purposes, Robinson can remain on waivers other than in deeper dynasty fantasy football leagues. He may be a steady part of the offense, but Robinson isn’t anything more than a WR4 or WR5 barring injuries. Regardless, he could be valuable in leagues with multiple flex positions when bye weeks arise.
The Arizona Cardinals have signed Zay Jones to a one year deal worth up to $4.25 million.
Jones struggled to stay on the field with the Jaguars in 2023 due to a knee injury, only playing 9 games. He also encountered legal charges last year that ultimately ended up getting dropped, but may have impacted the Jaguars decision to move on from him earlier this offseason. Jones will look for a fresh start in Arizona, and should have the opportunity to be a key contributor in their receiving room.
The Cardinals desperately needed to add Wide Receiver depth this offseason after the departure of Hollywood Brown and Rondale Moore. Drafting Marvin Harrison Jr. with the 4th pick was a great start, and now the addition of Zay Jones should have Cardinals fans and Kyler Murray fantasy mangers extremely optimistic for offensive fireworks in the desert this season.
Jones will be competing with 2nd year receiver Michael Wilson for Wide Receiver 2 duties in the Cardinals offense. Wilson primarily projects as a perimeter receiver, and we can expect Jones, Harrison Jr., and Greg Dortch to all take snaps from the slot in 2024. Jones has versatility and athleticism that make him an intriguing fantasy option at the later round of best ball and redraft leagues if he can stay healthy.
Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is under investigation for hitting a photographer at a Dallas night club.
Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is under investigation for hitting a photographer at a Dallas night club. Rice, who faces eight charges in connection with a multi-car crash that top place on March 30th, is adding more fuel to the fire with this new incident.
Rice’s 2024 availability was already in question after Roger Goodell went on record stating Rice could be facing punishment under the league’s Personal Conduct Policy. The Chiefs traded up in the first round to select Texas WR Xavier Worthy after signing veteran WR Marquise Hollywood Brown in free agency as a potential contingency plan.
This unfortunate situation continues to get worse for the young wide receiver coming off a great rookie season in which he finished with 79 receptions for 938 yards and 7 touchdowns. A lengthy suspension could be now in the cards for Rice. We will continue to update and monitor this situation as more information comes to the surface.
Jalen Guyton is signing with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Every team needs players to fill out a roster. The need is greatest in the Summer when “camp bodies” allow regular players to take breaks, enjoy camaraderie, and study the team’s systems together. The thing is, sometimes, regardless of how far down the depth chart a camp body may be, they make the team. Jalen Guyton is the Raiders’ newest camp body.
With a career total of just over 1100 yards receiving on 71 catches and 7 touchdowns over 5 total seasons under former Chargers/current Raiders GM Tom Telesco, Guyton is a guy that Telesco trusts to work in camp and not be a problem. Guyton will be a good veteran mentor for young players and will help sharpen the skills of the defensive backs with his speed and experience. As far as 2024 in-season production is concerned, the Raiders likely aren’t counting on much.
Buccaneers wide receivers coach Bryan McClendon is planning on deploying Chris Godwin in the slot a majority of the time in 2024.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receivers coach Bryan McClendon said at a press conference that Chris Godwin will be moving back to the slot as his primary role. While seemingly minor on the surface, this will make fantasy gamers’ ears perk up knowing how well Chris Godwin plays in the slot.
Chris Godwin famously had a breakout season in 2019 where he had a 50.5% slot snap rate which was 12th in the league compared to 2023 where Godwin was 26th in the league at a 32% slot snap rate. This is welcome news as Godwin in 2019 posted 86 receptions (11th overall), 1,333 receiving yards (3rd overall), and had 9 total touchdowns. That year, Chris Godwin was also number 1 overall for yards after the catch with 574.
Chris Godwin is currently going 77th overall in the 7th round on UnderDog and is the 44th ranked wide receiver in our Dynasty rankings. Chris Godwin at 28 is a sneaky buy in Dynasty and won’t require a massive overpay.
