Memories of Mankato: How training camp for Vikings, NFL has changed

Jeff Diamond spent 23 summers with the Vikings at training camp in Mankato. As the team moves to a new location for camp, its former GM recalls the details that made the old setting so special.

Jeff Diamond spent 23 summers with the Vikings at training camp in Mankato. As the team moves to a new location for camp, its former GM recalls the details that made the old setting so special.

Le’Veon Bell-Steelers contract failure a product of love-hate relationship

Pittsburgh loves having Le’Veon Bell, but like any GM, Kevin Colbert hates paying big bucks for a running back. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains the dynamic at play when the two sides fail to reach a long-term deal.

Pittsburgh loves having Le’Veon Bell, but like any GM, Kevin Colbert hates paying big bucks for a running back. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains the dynamic at play when the two sides fail to reach a long-term deal.

Kam Chancellor among last of dying breed in NFL

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond would be nervous about drafting or signing a hard-hitting safety like Kam Chancellor these days. The Seahawks are learning why as Chancellor prematurely retires.

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond would be nervous about drafting or signing a hard-hitting safety like Kam Chancellor these days. The Seahawks are learning why as Chancellor prematurely retires.

Jameis Winston’s issues force Bucs to ponder future, question past

Jameis Winston will be suspended as a result of an incident with an Uber driver. The timing is terrible for both the QB and Tampa Bay GM Jason Licht, who now needs to question his own team-building in a pivotal year.

Jameis Winston will be suspended as a result of an incident with an Uber driver. The timing is terrible for both the QB and Tampa Bay GM Jason Licht, who now needs to question his own team-building in a pivotal year.

In touting Browns WRs, Josh Gordon forgets actions speak louder than words

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond has some advice for Josh Gordon, who claims Cleveland has the best group of wide receivers in the league: Let your play do the talking.

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond has some advice for Josh Gordon, who claims Cleveland has the best group of wide receivers in the league: Let your play do the talking.

Aaron Rodgers contract: Packers wasting time with what should be simple deal

A new contract for Aaron Rodgers should be Green Bay’s top priority before training camp arrives in late July. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why the urgency is so important.

A new contract for Aaron Rodgers should be Green Bay’s top priority before training camp arrives in late July. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why the urgency is so important.

Andrew Luck, still not throwing, running out of time to ease Colts’ anxiety

Indianapolis can claim it’s not worried about Andrew Luck’s recovery from his shoulder injury, but former NFL exec Jeff Diamond is sure there is concern being kept under wraps.

Indianapolis can claim it’s not worried about Andrew Luck’s recovery from his shoulder injury, but former NFL exec Jeff Diamond is sure there is concern being kept under wraps.

Dez Bryant’s struggle to find new team a predictable, humbling plight

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why ex-Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant is having trouble landing a new deal in NFL free agency.

Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why ex-Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant is having trouble landing a new deal in NFL free agency.

Yes, Tom Brady skipping Patriots OTAs is a big deal

For most players, skipping OTAs in May is not a big deal. But Tom Brady is not most players. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why the Patriots quarterback’s absence is a problem.

For most players, skipping OTAs in May is not a big deal. But Tom Brady is not most players. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond explains why the Patriots quarterback’s absence is a problem.

Seahawks have options with Earl Thomas, but teams like Cowboys will be watching

The Earl Thomas trade rumors will only get louder as the Seahawks drag their feet on a possible contract extension. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond breaks down the situation in Seattle.

The Earl Thomas trade rumors will only get louder as the Seahawks drag their feet on a possible contract extension. Former NFL exec Jeff Diamond breaks down the situation in Seattle.