Chuck Pagano, Indianapolis' director of football, was Kruger's defense coordinator when he was in Baltimore The two are acquainted with one in a way that could give the Colts an edge in the bidding war rumored to be in. As with Madden 23 coins the Browns as well, the Colts have plenty to spend in free agency, with nearly $43 million available this offseason.

Both the Browns and the Colts are in need of Kruger. The two teams were not as successful on defense against passes last year, as the Browns placed 25th in Madden NFL 23 as well as the Colts, despite their status as a playoff team, came in at 21st.

Dawgs By Nature Kruger is expensive

As per Aaron Wilson, an Madden NFL 23 source predicts Kruger could command a contract worth $10 million to $12 million per year. It's probable that Kruger being one of the top-rated players this season, will have a five-year contract and could wind with a deal worth $60 million , especially if the Colts along with the Browns are in bidding wars.

With the potential for almost as much to spend, a reputable head coach , and a playoff team in place, it's possible that the Colts could win an auction if the offers are similar in money. Indianapolis could offer the most money, as Indianapolis will need to fill in the void that was left by Freeney.

Yet, the Browns could be involved, and aren't ruled out until Kruger is signed elsewhere.

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The San Francisco 49ers activated outside linebacker Aldon Smith to the 53-man roster on Wednesday. Smith received an exemption from the roster after they let him go to rehab following a DUI arrest in September. Smith recently returned to the team and is considered as fit to play by the majority and therefore, it's only fitting that he'd get added to the roster official. There's not any indication that Madden NFL 23 will issue any kind of suspension because of the self-imposed sanction imposed to the 49ers.

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Rodgers out 4-6 weeks

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers could miss up to 4-6 weeks due to his collarbone injury. His return will be hampered by an extended Thanksgiving week, which coincides with madden 23 mut coins the first date on which he can return.