The NFL and Players Association are negotiating terms for opt-out clauses. ESPN reports the union seeks opt-outs for at-risk players and those with at-risk families to be paid salaries, but not bonuses, if they decide not to play. A stipend is also being discussed in case camp or the season are shut down.
NFL insiders are saying the Cleveland Browns are close to re-signing defensive end Myles Garrett for 125-million-dollars. According to reports on Tuesday, the deal is for five-years and would make the former number-one overall pick the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL.
Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Chris Jones agreed to a four-year contract yesterday that could be worth up to $85 million, the latest in a lavish spending spree by the Super Bowl champions as they continue to lock up their core pieces as training camp approaches.