Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond breaks down Minnesota's current quarterback situation, which is being complicated by Teddy Bridgewater's potential return.
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The Packers making the playoffs without Aaron Rodgers is improbable, but former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience it can be done.
Failing to get Deshaun Watson is becoming one of the most painful NFL Draft mistakes Cleveland has made of late. And the regret might only intensify Sunday when the Browns play the Texans.
What a difference a year makes. That's the mantra for the Los Angeles Rams, especially general manager Les Snead and quarterback Jared Goff, through the first four games of the 2017 season.
Former NFL general manager Jeff Diamond knows how it feels to watch a high-priced player perform up to his contract. Matthew Stafford is doing just that for the Lions and GM Bob Quinn.
Too many factors are working against Andy Dalton and Marvin Lewis for the Cincinnati coach to be so set on his quarterback. AJ McCarron better keep his arm loose.
Thanks to the Julian Edelman injury, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond writes, the gap between New England and the rest of the AFC contenders has closed.
Adrian Peterson saying he wants to stick it to the Vikings during his return to Minnesota is a very troubling comment, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond writes.
Buffalo GM Brandon Beane gets annoyed when people say the Bills are in rebuilding mode. But the team is in rebuilding mode, and his job depends on the results of his eye-opening roster moves.
The Broncos are in trouble at quarterback thanks to the slow development of Paxton Lynch. That puts a ton of pressure on GM John Elway.
NFL rookies should be seen, not heard. Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette apparently has not figured that out.
The Steelers might secretly be OK with their star running back holding out of training camp. They know Le'Veon Bell will be there when it counts.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why Odell Beckham Jr. is actually damaging his potential football earnings when he says he should be the league's highest-paid player.
With Marcus Mariota and Jameis Winston, the Titans and Bucs are on similar, promising paths to Super Bowl contention. Who will get there first?
Ezekiel Elliott, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys set a high bar in 2016. Things will not be as easy in 2017 as Super Bowl expectations enter the equation.
The Raiders are under enormous pressure to contend for a championship in 2017. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why such expectations are so tough to overcome.
NFL contracts are not and likely never will be worth as much as those in the NBA. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why football players need to get over it.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why he has nothing but respect for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Rooney family.
Yes, if former NFL GM Jeff Diamond ran a team today and needed a QB, he would sign Colin Kaepernick. But not without some parameters.
Yes, Andrew Luck needs more help. But greatness at QB is judged by Super Bowls, and the Colts passer has a lot of catching up to do.
This is not the Nashville former Titans president Jeff Diamond is used to. This is Smashville, and the Predators have changed everything during their run to the Stanley Cup Final.
Odell Beckham Jr. missing OTAs will not please Giants GM Jerry Reese and team owner John Mara as they ponder whether to make him the highest paid receiver in the NFL.
The relationship between Richard Sherman and Seattle has deteriorated. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why that means the corner needs to be moved ASAP.
From personal experience, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why Jay Cutler is a dour, arrogant, unfriendly, unlikable former player and a terrible hire for Fox.
Maybe Cleveland should have offered more. Maybe New England should have accepted less. Either way, the Browns and Patriots missed a draft-day trade opportunity that would have been ideal for both.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains how teams approach a prospect like Joe Mixon, whose character concerns will force a draft-day slide despite his talent.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why now is the time for Carolina to draft the help Cam Newton clearly needs.
The build-up to the NFL Draft is the biggest waste of time and money in the sport, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond writes.
Reggie McKenzie's peers, other NFL team executives, selected him as the Sporting News Executive of the Year for 2016.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience why current execs are staying far away from the likes of Adrian Peterson and Darrelle Revis in free agency.
Houston now knows what not to do when and if it goes after Tony Romo. Its Brock Osweiler mess reminds all NFL teams, though, of what not to do in free agency.
Bill Belichick is well established as the best coach and the best GM in the NFL today. He may be the best poker player, too. Because he's sure doing a good job of bluffing on his Jimmy Garoppolo trade intentions.
If Kansas City fails to sign star safety Eric Berry to a long-term deal, it will send a terrible message to the rest of its players.
Will a team trade for Tony Romo or sign him as a free agent? Former NFL general manager Jeff Diamond says either option is a terrible idea.
The factors that often doom Super Bowl repeat bids are but a blip on New England's radar.
Dan Quinn and Bill Belichick might be making teams that recently hired offensive-minded head coaches a little nervous.
This Super Bowl run might be only the beginning for Atlanta thanks to an ideal front office situation.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond knows from experience what exactly it means to have a great quarterback lead a conference title game effort.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond felt for Giants brass when he heard about the wide receiver boat party in Miami last week.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond sees no coincidence in the 2017 NFL playoffs participants all having strong rushing attacks.
If Dallas and Green Bay meet in the playoffs, former NFL GM Jeff Diamond likes the Packers' chances.
Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette skipping their bowl games really rubs former NFL GM Jeff Diamond the wrong way.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond admits it: He did not expect New York's free-agent signings to work out this well.
Tennessee's former team president is impressed by the the team's quick, smart rebuild.
How does an NFL team go from a 5-0 anticipated Super Bowl contender to a 6-5 team fighting for a playoff spot? Injuries to multiple key starting players is the easy answer, especially when one position group is hit extra hard.
Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond thinks it's time for Cincinnati to find a new quarterback.
Don't expect a quick fix in Green Bay. The entire organization is out of sync.
Jeff Fisher says Case Keenum will start this week at the Jets. But at the first sign of trouble for the Rams' offense, give the ball to Goff and let the chips fall where they may.
Panthers QB Cam Newton needs to get his act together. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why.
Jerry Jones needs to stay away from the Cowboys' QB decision. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains why.
Trust us, Panthers, Jets, Bengals and Colts fans. The leaders of your teams are much more bummed than you.
Coach Mike Zimmer and GM Rick Spielman turned Minnesota into a title contender — quickly.
Matt Ryan's critics are silent right now, but you wouldn't know it based on the Falcons QB's demeanor.
Thank GM Howie Roseman and coach Doug Pederson for Philadelphia's early success this season.
Forget everything you think you know about Dallas QB Dak Prescott.
