NFL Rumors: James Bradberry, Trey Lance, Sony Michel

In this edition of NFL rumors, James Bradberry set to his free agent market, 49ers having buyer’s remorse with Trey Lance, and Sony Michel.

Welcome to another edition of NFL Rumors as we take a look at some not-so-positive rumblings coming out of San Francisco when it comes to their second-year quarterback, Trey Lance.

The big news following the conclusion of last week’s NFL Draft is, of course, the signing of Tyrann Mathieu by the New Orleans Saints. One of the best free agents entering the offseason, Mathieu waited several weeks before he landed in a place he is all-too-familiar with, New Orleans. Another Pro Bowl defensive back may be taking the opposite route as he is reportedly set to become a free agent.

Let’s take a look at all the latest NFL rumors circulating around the league.

New York Giants – CB James Bradberry

Rumor: All signs point to Giants cornerback James Bradberry getting released soon, per Jordan Raanan.

At one point during the offseason, the Giants reportedly received some trade interest in Pro Bowl corner, James Bradberry, however, with the NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, the chance of a trade coming to fruition seems all but gone. However, with a chance to sign Bradberry to a more friendly contract when he hits the market, a team will likely pounce on the talented defensive back. Former head coach Joe Judge is currently in New England and with the loss of J.C. Jackson, adding Bradberry could give the Patriots a bit more talent in the secondary.

All signs point to CB James Bradberry being released soon. GM Joe Schoen admitted on WFAN trade market tougher than expected. Also they had compensation in place but not contract terms.

Bottom line: Bradberry now getting released post-FA + draft when most $$$ is gone. Not ideal

— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) May 5, 2022

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San Francisco 49ers – QB Trey Lance

Rumor: The 49ers have continually been underwhelmed by second-year quarterback Trey Lance, per Matt Lombardo.

Could the 49ers’ hesitancy about Trey Lance be the reason for a delay in the Jimmy Garoppolo trade? The answer is likely no because regardless of whether or not the 49ers may have buyer’s remorse with Lance, he will be the quarterback in 2022. It doesn’t make much sense, at this point, for John Lynch to hold on to Garoppolo barring a drastic change of circumstances in the next few weeks. However, there is already pressure on Lance and the 49ers given their recent success and also, the solid rookie season by Patriots rookie Mac Jones. Of course, Jones was available for the 49ers to draft.

Free Agent – RB Sony Michel

Rumor: Former Patriots and Rams running back, Sony Michel, has visited with the Dolphins and will meet with the Saints, per Jeremy Fowler.

The two-time Super Bowl-winning running back is in search of a new team and will likely have more suitors than just New Orleans and Miami now that the NFL Draft is over. Michel is not an every-down running back but as he has shown in two playoff runs with two different teams, he is plenty capable of performing in those situations. After a trade last offseason, Michel rushed for 845 yards and four touchdowns on 208 carries for the Rams.