Tom Pelissero Profile

The 2025 NFL Draft's quarterback class has been analyzed by draftniks for months, but what do the actual teams think of this crop? Tom Pelissero reveals QB prospect rankings and evaluations based on dozens of conversations with league executives, scouts and coaches.

The 2025 NFL Draft could feature one of the most unpredictable first rounds in recent memory. With that in mind, Tom Pelissero spotlights five prospects who could surprisingly come off the board in the first 32 picks, including one well-traveled quarterback.

Is edge rusher Dayo Odeyingbo about to break the bank on the NFL's open market? Tom Pelissero spotlights five free agents who could make more money than you think.

It appears we are facing a 2025 offseason filled with quarterback drama and changes. NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero provide a snapshot look at some key QB-team situations, including Matthew Stafford and Kirk Cousins.

This coming offseason could be a wild one for some of the best pass rushers in the NFL. NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero examine the futures of Micah Parsons, Maxx Crosby, Myles Garrett and Trey Hendrickson.

Multiple NFL teams have inquired about whether legendary coach Bill Belichick would reconsider his move to college football -- including the Las Vegas Raiders, whose new minority owner Tom Brady spoke recently with his old coach about what it would take to make a reunion happen in Las Vegas, per NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.

Mike McCarthy's contract as Cowboys head coach is set to expire Jan. 14, nine days after Sunday's season finale at home against the Commanders, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero break down some of the scenarios facing head coaching hot seats and currently openings around the league.

Tom Pelissero surveys 27 high-ranking executives across the NFL on league MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year and four other top individual honors. Who receives the most votes for each award?

With four weeks to go in the regular season, the Jets have the NFL's lone general manager opening -- and their search is set for early takeoff, as New York plans to begin conducting interviews this week, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reports.

Without an official projection from the league office, NFL teams are budgeting for a salary cap in the $265 million to $275 million range for 2025, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report, per sources.

The NFL issued a security alert to clubs on Wednesday warning players and staff about organized and skilled criminals that are increasingly targeting the homes of professional athletes, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reports.

For the eighth year in a row, Tom Pelissero compiles a thorough list of rising coaching prospects under the age of 45. Will the Dolphins' Anthony Weaver, Chargers' Jesse Minter or Lions' Ben Johnson become a head coach in 2025?

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott will visit another specialist Monday before deciding whether to undergo season-ending surgery on his injured hamstring, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport reported.

A couple weeks shy of the Nov. 5 NFL trade deadline, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero analyze some of the key names that have been involved in trade discussions around the league.

The NFL fined the Chiefs organization $100,000 and TE Peyton Hendershot $5,472 for a sideline shove that drew the ire of Ravens LB Roquan Smith in last week's kickoff game, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported.

Thursday night will likely begin with a run on quarterbacks, but which prospects will fill the back end of Round 1? Tom Pelissero identifies four potential surprise first-round picks, including one key player from the reigning national champion Michigan Wolverines.

The 2024 NFL Draft's quarterback class has been analyzed by draftniks for months, but what do the actual teams think of this crop? Tom Pelissero reveals QB prospect rankings and evaluations based on dozens of conversations with league executives, scouts and coaches.

NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reports that head coach Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs are set to open contract negotiations for an extension that is expected to make Reid the highest-paid head coach in the NFL.

Tom Brady is on track to becoming a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported on Sunday.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo assess an intriguing QB market as the 2024 offseason approaches. 

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero examine the NFL's seven current head coach openings heading into Super Wild Card Weekend.

The Chargers are likely to speak with Michigan's Jim Harbaugh next week about a potential NFL return, while there is split interest in the Raiders camp between Harbaugh and Antonio Pierce -- who has full support from Maxx Crosby, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero break down the situation with longtime Titans head coach Mike Vrabel in Tennessee.

The Washington Commanders are expected to part ways with Rivera on Monday, per sources, ending his tenure after four seasons, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport report.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero have the latest on Falcons head coach Arthur Smith, Broncos general manager George Paton and more as the 2023 NFL regular season comes to an end on Sunday. 

Multiple NFL teams have been making calls in recent weeks to gather information about Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, per NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.

The Chiefs whittled down their normal game plan from Andy Reid's massive playbook for today's game against the Bengals in an effort to get Patrick Mahomes and Co. humming again, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported. 

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero take a snapshot look at some of the NFL's hot seats and plans for three jobs that are open already, based on conversations with numerous NFL sources.

As Antonio Pierce's on-the-job training as Raiders interim head coach continues, he's tapping into the experience of several men who have been there before.

The salary cap for the 2024 season is likely to land north of $240 million, up from $224.8 million per club this year, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport reported. 

For the seventh year in a row, Tom Pelissero compiles a list of coaching prospects under 45 to keep an eye on. Will the Lions' Ben Johnson, Ravens' Mike Macdonald or Patriots' Jerod Mayo become a head coach in the near future?

Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels yielded the floor at a team meeting Thursday to players, allowing them to voice their frustrations, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reports.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report that Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh likely would not be able to avoid any potential NCAA suspension 

Daniel Jones' neck injury has caused significant weakness in his left (non-throwing) arm, leading the New York Giants to be cautious with the return of its franchise quarterback, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero break down which big names -- including Derrick Henry and Montez Sweat -- could be traded ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo provides injury updates on Browns QB Deshaun Watson, Giants QB Daniel Jones among others.

Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey is far ahead of schedule in his recovery from knee surgery, and the six-time Pro Bowl cornerback could return to practice with Miami as soon as this week, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported, per sources.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report that former Chargers cornerback J.C. Jackson refused to enter L.A.'s Week 4 win over the Raiders.

The Colts plan to open the 21-day practice window Wednesday for running back Jonathan Taylor, whose surgically repaired ankle is fully healthy after a stint on the physically unable to perform list, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported, per sources.

Tom Brady's purchase of the Las Vegas Raiders has not yet been finalized, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report. Could Brady actually return during the 2023 NFL season?

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is targeting an improbable playoff return from his torn Achilles after undergoing an innovative surgery on Wednesday in Los Angeles, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

Tom Pelissero says most teams have fewer than 20 prospects with Round 1 grades in the 2023 NFL Draft class. So who'll fill out the back half of Thursday night's selections? Here are six potential surprise first-rounders.

The 2023 NFL Draft's quarterback class has been analyzed by draftniks for months, but what do NFL teams think of this crop? Tom Pelissero provides QB prospect rankings and evaluations based on dozens of conversations with league executives, scouts and coaches.

Jalen Hurts will be in Philadelphia for years to come. The Eagles and their superstar quarterback agreed to terms Monday on a five-year, $255 million contract extension that makes him the highest-paid player in NFL history.

The NFL is launching a nationwide campaign in partnership with other major pro sports leagues and leading public health, nonprofit and patient advocacy organizations to push every state to adopt policies to prevent fatal outcomes from sudden cardiac arrest among high school students.

Dre'Mont Jones isn't exactly a household name in the NFL, but the former third-round pick appears poised to break the bank in free agency. Tom Pelissero spotlights seven less-heralded players who could be in line for BIG second contracts.

Bills QB Josh Allen will not need surgery to repair the UCL sprain he suffered in his right elbow during the 2022 season and is expected to be fully recovered for the 2023 season, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport reported.

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will begin a four-day darkness retreat on Monday as he evaluates his future, and Green Bay is open to working with the QB regardless of whether his decision involves returning to the team or seeking a trade, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported.

The Ravens are planning to give QB Lamar Jackson the franchise tag if no long-term deal is reached in the coming weeks, but a big offer could tempt Baltimore into trading the former MVP, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo report.

The Colts will host Rich Bisaccia on Monday for a second interview for their head coaching job -- part of an expansive search that likely will continue with additional interviews this week, per sources, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported.

Broncos owner and CEO Greg Penner flew to Ann Arbor, Mich., this week to meet in person with Jim Harbaugh about the team's head coaching job, according to sources informed of their situation.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero examine the head coaching searches for the Broncos, Cardinals, Colts, Panthers and Texans after the first week of interviews. 

The Arizona Cardinals have been preparing in recent weeks for a potential coaching search as they weigh Kliff Kingsbury's future, but it remains unclear if those preparations will lead to change, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

The Denver Broncos plan to interview University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh for their head coaching job early this week, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport report.

Houston Texans head coach Lovie Smith's status is "very much up in the air," according to NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.

After spending several days back home in Tulsa with his father, Marty, who underwent emergency heart surgery this week, Raiders RB Josh Jacobs will play Saturday versus the Chiefs as he aims to become the league's rushing champion of 2022. 

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero examine the head coach situations of the Broncos, Panthers, Colts, Texans and Cardinals with the 2022 season nearing its end.

The NFL told the Commanders that officials should have called defensive pass interference on Washington's final offensive play in last week's loss to the Giants, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported.

Tom Pelissero surveys 26 high-ranking executives on MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year and three other top individual honors. Who receives the most votes for each award?

At last week's winter meeting, the league's general manager advisory committee discussed a potential one- or two-week extension to the trade deadline, and the momentum is building among teams to make that change, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

All options are on the table for Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, who at age 45 feels good enough to keep playing and will be a free agent should he continue doing so into 2023, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

Multiple teams have been doing background work recently on Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh, per NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport.

The NFL's salary cap for the 2023 season could hit a record high of more than $220 million per club, according to NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport. 

There have been no decisions to shut down Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers yet as the team is 4-8, per NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is on track to be reinstated by the NFL on Monday, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reports.

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson tells NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero that his turf toe injury won't threaten his availability in Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Needing to spark a struggling offense, Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett will be handing over the offensive play-calling duties to QBs coach Klint Kubiak, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reports. 

The Cowboys and Giants have emerged as two of the favorites to sign free-agent receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who plans to visit both NFC East rivals after this week's Thanksgiving holiday, sources tell Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport.

For the sixth year in a row, Tom Pelissero compiles a list of coaching prospects under 45 to keep an eye on. Will the Broncos' Ejiro Evero, Lions' Ben Johnson or 49ers' DeMeco Ryans become a head coach in the near future?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette had a passport scare heading into the team's game in Munich, Germany, per NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.

Colts owner Jim Irsay made the stunning decision to hire former Pro Bowl center Jeff Saturday as the team's interim head coach over the advice of his team's top executives, who tried to talk Irsay out of it, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report.

The Packers stood pat at this year's trade deadline, but it wasn't for a lack of trying, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero report. 

Who are the big buyers and sellers with the Nov. 1 NFL trade deadline looming? NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo identify the teams and players who could be traded before Tuesday's deadline. 

Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson has a partially torn hamstring, per NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. 

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported cornerback William Jackson III would like a new home, and the Commanders have engaged in active trade talks centered around him with hopes of making that happen.

Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz will start Thursday night's game against the Bears, despite dealing with a biceps tendon strain that raised questions about his availability on a short week, per sources.

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will return to the field and throw on Wednesday as part of his progression through concussion protocol, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport reported.

Dak Prescott, who is still recovering from thumb surgery four weeks ago, would need to make significant strides to be ready to return next week from his fractured right thumb, per sources.

Broncos QB Russell Wilson underwent a procedure on Friday in hopes of relieving discomfort near his throwing shoulder, but isn't expected to miss any games, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport report.