Everson Griffen

Everson Griffen is back in the NFC North and he's out to prove a point. The Detroit Lions pass rusher didn't appreciate being characterized by his former coach, the Vikings' Mike Zimmer, as merely a good player.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks offers four ideas for how to fix the Bears' offense. Plus, who is the NFL's best route runner?

The Cowboys have traded defensive end Everson Griffen to the Lions in exchange for a conditional sixth-round pick, Ian Rapoport reported.

With Dallas sitting at 2-5 and no clear signs of improvement ahead, the Cowboys have made it known Griffen is available via trade, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday, per a source informed of the situation. 

On paper, the Dallas defensive line appeared menacing heading into the 2020 season. In reality, through two weeks, it's mostly been docile. That isn't lost on the Cowboys.

Gregg Rosenthal lists the unpleasant (the Falcons' collapse) and pleasant (Gardner Minshew's excellence) surprises through Week 2 of the 2020 NFL season. 

The Cowboys were able to scoop up a plethora of Pro Bowlers this offseason, including Dontari Poe and Everson Griffen. Jim Trotter examines the potential impact of these additions on Dallas' defense.

When Mike McCarthy was coaching the Packers, Everson Griffen was 'always a primary focus,' as a Vikings pass rusher. McCarthy is excited to have him in Dallas now for each of their first seasons with the Cowboys.

Jadeveon Clowney's return to Seattle doesn't seem likely at this point, but Pete Carroll might turn to a familiar face or two to fill the Seahawks' void up front. Seattle has interest in veteran LB Clay Matthews and DE Everson Griffen, Michael Silver reports.

NFL training camps are open, but the league is facing unprecedented challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic. Gregg Rosenthal examines how opt-outs and positive tests are impacting rosters and the free agents who remain.

After a decade in Minnesota, could Everson Griffen join a division rival? The Green Bay Packers are among the teams who have expressed interest in signing Griffen.

Monday was the deadline for unrestricted free-agent signings to count in the compensatory pick formula. Several notable unsigned players might strike deals soon thereafter.

Charley Casserly takes one last attempt at projecting the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He has three trades in the top 10 alone, including one that should excite new Bucs QB Tom Brady.

Will Tom Brady's Bucs upend the NFC? Are Drew Brees' Saints sitting comfortably above the fray? Can Kyler Murray's Cards make some noise? Marc Sessler assesses the pecking order in this loaded conference.

While the trade for Nick Foles might not have been the offseason QB move Bears fans hoped for, legit competition at the position could yield positive results, Grant Gordon writes. Get up to speed on the rest of the NFC North ahead of the 2020 draft.

Back in 2018, Everson Griffen's bizarre and frightening behavior became public spectacle. Now a free agent, the four-time Pro Bowler tells Tom Pelissero, "I'm happy that 2018 happened, because I wouldn't be sitting here today."

With the 2020 NFL Draft right around the corner, Charley Casserly digs into the men who'll be making the selections. What does each general manager's track record look like? Here are the best picks, value picks and tendencies for everyone.

Dan Hanzus unveils the 2020 Graybeards -- and this year's roster of remaining free agents contains some tantalizing talents, including Cam Newton and Jadeveon Clowney.

Who will the Cincinnati Bengals take with the first overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft? In his updated mock, Maurice Jones-Drew says it will indeed be a QB -- but probably not the one you think.

Will the 2020 NFL postseason field NOT include Deshaun Watson's Texans or Bill Belichick's Patriots? Marc Sessler spotlights three 2019 playoff teams heading in the wrong direction this offseason.

With the dust settling from the initial waves of free agency, Chad Reuter reveals a forecast for the first four rounds of the 2020 NFL Draft that is full of surprises.

The first wave of free agency crashed over the NFL like a tsunami, shaking up rosters across the league. And yet, a number of impact players remain on the open market. Where could they be headed? Nick Shook plays matchmaker.

With the first wave of NFL free agency in the books, Dan Parr identifies the top five draft needs for all 32 teams. Should the Patriots pick a QB? What areas must the Buccaneers address to improve Tom Brady's supporting cast?

How has the free agency frenzy -- with its accompanying raft of trades -- impacted the 2020 NFL Draft? That's the task Charley Casserly was presented with in his second mock of this year. Check out his entire first-round projection.

After a frenzied first wave of free agency, NFL rosters look stunningly different than they did just one year ago. Here is a team-by-team listing of the notable departures during a wild 2020 free agency period.

Detroit Lions defensive end Everson Griffen collapses on Tom Brady for 7-yard sack.

Detroit Lions defensive end Everson Griffen sacks Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky.

Watch all the highlights of the Week 10 matchup between the Washington Football Team and the Detroit Lions.

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reveals details of Dallas Cowboys-Detroit Lions defensive end Everson Griffen trade.

Watch highlights from the Week 7 matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Football Team.

GameDay Notebook: Week 3 updates about Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, the Dallas Cowboys pass rush.

The "Good Morning Football" crew selects the defining image of Week 2.

Watch highlights from the Week 2 game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Dallas Cowboys.

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Everson Griffen's eyes go outside his skull after onside-kick recovery.

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Everson Griffin pounces on Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan for first sack as Cowboy.

NFL Network's Jane Slater shares the latest news for the Dallas Cowboys before their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

Take a first look at Dallas Cowboys defensive end Everson Griffen in full pads at Cowboys camp.

Take a look at Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott rocking a clear visor at Cowboys camp.

NFL Network's Shaun O'Hara and James Jones break down what Dallas Cowboys defensive end Everson Griffen brings to the Cowboys.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports the Dallas Cowboys will sign defensive end Everson Griffen to a one-year contract.

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen records second career INT after Philadelphia Eagles' fake field goal goes awry.

See all the best plays from Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen's 2018 NFL season.

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen breezes by the Oakland Raiders' offensive line for sack.

Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Everson Griffen reaches Detroit Lions quarterback David Blough for a sack.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Everson Griffen sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan.

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen sacks Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford.

Listen to Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen go up against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1.

NFL Network's Michael Silver reports that the Seattle Seahawks are shifting their focus from re-signing defensive end Jadeveon Clowney to potentially sign DE Everson Griffen or linebacker Clay Matthews.

NFL Network's LaDainian Tomlinson, Kurt Warner, Steve Mariucci and Steve Smith Sr. highlight three May free agents who they believe will make a big impact in 2020.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall, Michael Robinson and Shaun O'Hara find their ideal landing spots for free agent quarterback Cam Newton, defensive ends Jadeveon Clowney and Everson Griffen.