In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explains why the Patriots are still Super Bowl contenders despite all of the offseason attrition. Plus, an examination of Jamal Adams' fit in Seattle, Alex Smith's starting prospects in Washington and more.

Jamal Adams has gone from potentially becoming a "Jet for life" -- his old general manager's words, not his -- to talking about retiring as a member of his new team, the Seattle Seahawks.

After an unimaginable offseason, NFL training camp is opening with the unprecedented challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic. What are the most intriguing storylines to follow in the coming weeks? Judy Battista, Jeffri Chadiha, Michael Silver and Jim Trotter weigh in.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2020 NFL season. 

Adam Gase drew the ire of ex-Jet Jamal Adams prior to the safety being traded to Seattle. The coach attempted to take the high-road when probed about the disgruntled player.

Jamal Adams finally got the news he had been pining to receive on this past summer Saturday. Seahawks coach Pete Carroll was pleased, as well.

Despite trading arguably his franchise's best player to the Seahawks, Jets general manager Joe Douglas said Monday that New York is not giving up on the upcoming season. 

The Seahawks' blockbuster trade for All-Pro safety Jamal Adams over the weekend didn't come without some clarity. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports the two sides first agreed Adams would play 2020 on his existing contract.

After months of brewing tension, things finally came to a head between the New York Jets and Jamal Adams on Saturday afternoon. The Jets traded the disgruntled All-Pro talent to the Seahawks, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

All-Pro safety Jamal Adams wants out of New York, and one of the reasons why is that he doesn't trust Jets head coach Adam Gase as a leader.

The Jets head toward the 2020 season facing a number of crucial questions. Is Adam Gase the right man to lead this team? Is Sam Darnold truly a franchise quarterback? Can the relationship with Jamal Adams be salvaged? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.

Add Le'Veon Bell to the list of people within the Jets organization that want Jamal Adams to stay in town. Bell also doesn't believe the star safety will be traded by New York. 

Since entering the league as the sixth pick, Adams is the only DB with 10-plus sacks, 20-plus quarterback hits and 25-plus tackles for loss, per NFL Research. His loss would be huge for the Jets.

Adam Gase isn't interested in discussing the Jamal Adams situation publicly. The New York Jets coach told reporters Friday in a conference call that he's keeping all discussions about the star safety's trade request in-house.  

Jamal Adams made no secret about his desire to get traded out of New York. Defensive coordinator Gregg Williams says he has Adams' back but hopes the safety remains on the Jets in 2020.

Where will Jadeveon Clowney play? Will things get more contentious between Chris Jones and the Chiefs? Judy Battista, Jeffri Chadiha, Michael Silver and Jim Trotter examine unresolved offseason storylines.

Jamal Adams has requested a trade out of New York. Gil Brandt lists the five teams that should think about pursuing the Jets' Pro Bowl safety.

New York safety has requested a trade and told a fan he's "trying" to get to Dallas. 

Jamal Adams' star has quickly risen in his three NFL seasons in the Big Apple but it appears his relationship with the New York Jets has all but soured to a point beyond repair. On Thursday, the All-Pro safety formally requested to be traded.

Cynthia Frelund assembles an all-star roster of analytics monsters from the 2019 season. Who joins reigning MVP Lamar Jackson on the squad?

Who are the NFL's rising stars? Marc Sessler identifies the league's best young talent with his All-Under-25 Team. Check out who made the cut at each position.

Will the Jets lock up Jamal Adams long term? Will they trade him to the Cowboys? NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport explains why neither scenario is imminent for the star safety.

Patrick Mahomes will become the NFL's highest-paid player but what's his price tag? Is a lucrative contract in Jamal Adams' future? Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects which players will reset the market at their respective positions.

Jamal Adams trade rumors and speculation continues to persist in New York. Jets linebacker C.J. Mosley, however, says such a trade would be a bad idea.

Things are looking rosy for the New York Jets following the 2020 NFL Draft. Kimberly Jones breaks down what you need to know from head coach Adam Gase's conference call with reporters Monday.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll is fired up talking about what safety Jamal Adams will bring to the 'Hawks.

Safety Jamal Adams discusses joining the Seattle Seahawks.

Watch the best plays from the Top 100 players of 2020 ranked 30 to 21.

The recently traded Seattle Seahawks safety earns his second straight "Top 100" appearance, improving 10 spots from his 2019 ranking.

NFL NetworK'S Mike Silver thinks the NFC West will be wild with safety Jamal Adams in Seattle.

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll discusses the Jamal Adams trade.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether the Jamal Adams trade will define Joe Douglas' tenure as Jets general manager.

NFL Network's David Carr, Brian Billick and Terrell Davis evaluate the Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams trade.

NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks look at both sides of the Jamal Adams trade from the New York Jets to the Seattle Seahawks.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger explains what Seattle Seahawks are getting with safety Jamal Adams.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses what the Jamal Adams trade says about the New York Jets organization.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport details how the Jamal Adams trade went down.

Watch the highlights of All-Pro New York Jets safety Jamal Adams from the 2019 NFL season.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport updates potential Jamal Adams trade possibilities.

The "Good Morning Football" crew explores the likelihood of the New York Jets trading Jamal Adams.

NFL Network's Willie McGinest, LaDainian Tomlinson and Shaun O'Hara debate where New York Jets safety Jamal Adams should play in 2020.

New York Jets head coach Adam Gase discusses his relationship with safety Jamal Adams.

NFL Network's "Around The NFL" crew debates what the New York Jets should do with safety Jamal Adams as the 2020 season approaches.

The "Good Morning Football" crew reacts to Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott discussing his bout with COVID-19 and his comments on the Cowboys looking into Jamal Adams.

NFL Network's Mike Silver explains why the pandemic complicates New York Jets safety Jamal Adams' situation further.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall and Steve Mariucci identify two ideal team fits for safety Jamal Adams if the New York Jets decide to trade him elsewhere.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses whether the Dallas Cowboys should trade for New York Jets safety Jamal Adams.

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks shares why the Dallas Cowboys should not trade for New York Jets safety Jamal Adams.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports the latest on safety Jamal Adams' future with the New York Jets.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo break down New York Jets safety Jamal Adams' trade request and new team search.