NFL Updates: LaFleur Desperately Wants Rodgers Back, Antonio Brown Faces New Legal Issues
Key NFL Updates - May 14 Roundup
Packers' Head Coach Matt LaFleur desperately wants Aaron Rodgers back, stating "We want him back in the worst way." The franchise maintains its position against trading the reigning MVP, though Rodgers remains uncommitted. Potential destinations include Denver, San Francisco, and Houston. Meanwhile, the Packers signed veteran QB Blake Bortles, known for his 2017 playoff run with Jacksonville.
Deshaun Watson's legal situation may be progressing, as his attorney Rusty Hardin claims the accusers' lawyer Tony Buzbee sought settlement discussions. While Buzbee denies this, Watson's team says they have supporting evidence. A quick resolution could allow Watson to play in 2021, though he remains determined to leave the Texans.
Antonio Brown faces a new lawsuit from moving truck driver Anton Tumanov over a January 2020 altercation. Tumanov seeks over $30,000 in damages, claiming Brown threw a rock at his truck and physically attacked him during a payment dispute. Despite this controversy, the Buccaneers recently re-signed Brown following his contributions to their Super Bowl victory.
The Miami Dolphins signed sixth overall pick Jaylen Waddle to a four-year, $27 million deal with a $17 million signing bonus. The former Alabama receiver, widely considered the draft's top WR prospect, is expected to become Tua Tagovailoa's primary target immediately.
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