Agent’s Take: Explaining the NFL’s post-June 1 designation and this year’s biggest cuts

Agent’s Perspective: Understanding the NFL’s Post-June 1 Designation and This Year’s Most Significant Cuts June 2 is a key date in the NFL due to salary cap implications for released, retired, or traded players. Previously, this date marked a wave of player releases, impacting the market value of key players. In 2006, a new provision … Read more

After releasing Brandon McManus, Packers hope sixth-round rookie with Mason Crosby ties solves kicking problem

Packers Look to Sixth-Round Rookie with Mason Crosby Connection to Solve Kicking Issues After Parting Ways with Brandon McManus The Green Bay Packers have named rookie kicker Trey Smack as their future by releasing veteran Brandon McManus, despite having signed him to a three-year contract. McManus had a strong 2024 but struggled in 2025, particularly … Read more

Packers named to NFLPA’s executive committee

Packers Appointed to NFLPA Executive Committee The NFL Players’ Association (NFLPA) announced changes to its executive committee following recent elections. Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus continues as vice president, joined by new members including Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin and former Green Bay linebacker Oren Burks. Chicago Bears linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin was re-elected as NFLPA … Read more