In the world of professional sports, insider information can often provide fans with a glimpse into the potential moves and decisions that their favorite teams may be considering. Recently, NHL and NFL insiders have been sharing updates on some of the biggest names and teams in their respective leagues.
In the NHL, the focus has been on the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Florida Panthers. NHL insider Darren Dreger has revealed a move that he believes “makes sense” for Maple Leafs’ prospect Matthew Knies. Dreger also warned the Maple Leafs to act quickly if they want to avoid the pressure of an offer sheet. Additionally, insider Jeff Marek has floated the idea of a potential move that could see the Panthers acquiring Maple Leafs’ star Mitch Marner. Marek believes that a connection with Panthers’ forward Sam Bennett could unlock Marner’s full potential.
On the NFL side of things, the Pittsburgh Steelers have been at the center of discussions regarding star edge rusher T.J. Watt. Insider Gerry Dulac provided an update on the timeline for a potential contract extension for Watt. The Steelers know that Watt is looking for a lucrative deal, but the key question remains: how much are they willing to guarantee him? Meanwhile, NFL insider Adam Schefter has given an update on the trade timeline for Los Angeles Rams’ cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Schefter expects Ramsey to be traded this summer, with several teams reportedly in the mix for the Pro Bowl cornerback.
Overall, these insider updates provide fans with a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes discussions and considerations that go into shaping the rosters of professional sports teams. As the offseason progresses, it will be interesting to see how these potential moves and extensions play out, and how they will impact the upcoming NHL and NFL seasons.
References:
1. NHL Insider Reveals Move that ‘Makes Sense’ for Maple Leafs’ Matthew Knies – https://athlonsports.com/nhl/toronto-maple-leafs/nhl-insider-reveals-move-that-makes-sense-for-maple-leafs-matthew-knies
2. NHL Insider Floats Panthers Move for Maple Leafs’ Mitch Marner – https://athlonsports.com/nhl/florida-panthers/nhl-insider-floats-panthers-move-for-maple-leafs-mitch-marner
3. Steelers insider gives update on T.J. Watt extension timeline – https://steelerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/steelers/2025/06/20/steelers-tj-watt-training-camp-gerry-dulac/84282733007
4. Adam Schefter gives update on Jalen Ramsey trade timeline, preferred teams – https://theramswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/rams/2025/06/20/jalen-ramsey-trade-news-adam-schefter-gives-update-on-preferred-teams/84290522007
