In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks says the Chiefs need to give Tyrann Mathieu a long-term extension NOW. Plus, first impressions on DeVonta Smith, a big advantage in Baltimore and more.

Which players are poised to cash in on the 2021 NFL season? Gregg Rosenthal provides an early look at the top 25 free agents in 2022, and the class is absolutely loaded with talented pass catchers and defensive backs.

Seven players who have been franchised tagged, including Bears receiver Allen Robinson and Bucs receiver Chris Godwin, have until 4 p.m. ET on Thursday to come to terms on multi-year deals.

Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects long-term extensions for each tagged player currently without one. What could Allen Robinson expect to be paid by the Bears? How much is Chris Godwin worth to the Bucs?

New Orleans Saints safety Marcus Williams has accepted his franchise tag tender for the 2021 season, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.

The Saints aren't letting the salary cap stop them from keeping their core. New Orleans is placing the franchise tag on free safety Marcus Williams, Ian Rapoport reports.

The deadline for NFL teams to place the franchise or transition tags on prospective free agents has come and gone, and clubs around the league had some decisions to make.

With free agency right around the corner, the marketplace is as unsettled as any in recent memory. Tom Pelissero spotlights a dozen players who could get more money than you think.

Which NFL players are in line to receive the franchise tag before the March 9 deadline? Gregg Rosenthal spotlights the no-brainers, as well as the more debatable candidates, across the league.

Who are the true Super Bowl contenders? With the 2020 NFL regular season winding down, Adam Schein ranks the nine teams most likely to hoist the Lombardi Trophy on the evening of Feb. 7 in Tampa, Florida.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explores Bruce Arians' harsh assessment of Tom Brady's play. Plus, one faux contender, a draft class that lifted a franchise and a defense that could fuel a title run.

Gregg Rosenthal identifies the area where every NFC contender needs to improve, from the Seahawks' pass rush to the Saints' secondary.

Adam Rank revisits the 2017 NFL Draft. Just how high does Christian McCaffrey rise? Where do Deshaun Watson and his fellow quarterbacks end up?

Janoris Jenkins parlayed three games with the Saints into three years. The veteran CB signed an extension with New Orleans that will pay him $16.75 million in new money, Ian Rapoport reports.

Neil Reynolds from Sky Sports' recaps the Wild Card games from the past weekend.

Neil Reynolds from Sky Sports recaps Week 17 of the 2019 NFL season.

The final week of the 2019 regular season is upon us. Here is a full tally of the official injury report and gameday designations for all 16 Sunday games.

Janoris Jenkins has a new home. The former New York Giants cornerback who was cut last week after he refused to apologize for using a slur on Twitter has been claimed by the New Orleans Saints.

The San Francisco 49ers outlasted the New Orleans Saints in an instant classic that gives the Niners a clear path toward the NFC's No. 1 seed. But the win had an even deeper, personal meaning for the franchise, Jim Trotter writes.

Charley Casserly examines five storylines to watch in Week 5, including several notable aspects in the highly anticipated Packers-Cowboys bout on Sunday.

The Saints defense held the Dallas Cowboys in check on Sunday night, and the squad is all-in on carrying New Orleans on their back while their franchise QB is injured.

Cooper Kupp's incredible catch-and-run exemplified the Rams' overall resurgence in a big win over the Saints on Sunday. Michael Silver explores how Jared Goff and Co. got their groove back.

The Denver Broncos offensive line took a hit on Monday night when RT Ja'Wuan James left the game with a knee injury, but it won't be season-ending, according to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.

Thanksgiving Day provided plenty of memorable outcomes and performances. Herbie Teope and Nick Shook break down what we learned from the three games.

The New Orleans Saints tightened their grip on the NFC South by picking up their 10th straight win in a 31-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Thanksgiving Night. Here's what we learned.

See the highest graded players according to Pro Football Focus from Week 10 of the NFL season

New Orleans Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss nullifies an interception by safety Marcus Williams with a roughing-the-passer penalty.

Watch the New Orleans Saints' top 5 plays from the first quarter mark of the 2021 season, according to Next Gen Stats.

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones' first INT of 2021 comes on Hail Mary to close first half.

Watch the top plays of the week during Week 1 of the NFL 2021 season.

Watch all of the New Orleans Saints' best defensive plays from a dominant win in Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers.

New Orleans Saints safety Marcus Williams looks like Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers' intended target on a deep interception.

Nate Burleson breaks down Week 15 NFL Way To Play recipient New Orleans Saints S Marcus Williams' clean hit.

Every player with a Pro Football Focus grade of at least 90 in Week 15

Watch the highlights of the Week 15 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the New Orleans Saints.

Nate Burleson breaks down the NFL Way To Play Week 13: winner, New Orleans Saints DB Marcus Williams' "physical" play vs. Calvin Ridley.

New Orleans Saints free safety Marcus Williams flies in like heat-seeking missile for pass break up.

Watch the best defensive plays made by the New Orleans Saints in their Week 11 matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons.

Watch the highlights of the Week 11 matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints.

New Orleans Saints safety Marcus Williams intercepts a pass thrown by Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan.

Listen to the best sounds from the New Orleans Saints' Week 9 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Check out the New Orleans Saints best defensive plays in Week 9 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on "Sunday Night Football."

Watch the highlights from the Week 9 matchup between the New Orleans Saints and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

New Orleans Saints safety Marcus Williams records an interception on a pass by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady.

Watch the best plays from the New Orleans Saints defense in their Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Watch the highlights from the Week 1 matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the New Orleans Saints.

New Orleans Saints cornerback Marcus Williams makes the interception on Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady.

Watch the New Orleans Saints' best defensive plays from the 2019 NFL season.

Watch every touchdown by the New Orleans Saints in the 2019 NFL season.

Watch every pick-six of 2019 NFL season.