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FILE - Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) speaks with wide receiver Julio Jones (11) during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, in Atlanta, in this Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, file photo. The Atlanta Falcons began their offseason training program Tuesday, May 25, 20921, without longtime star receiver Julio Jones, who apparently has no intention of returning to a rebuilding team that is still struggling to get under the salary cap. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, FIle)
June 1st arrival gives NFL teams more flexibility

By Rob Maaddi Jun. 01, 2021 03:50 PM EDT

Giants claim running back Ryquell Armstead off waivers

May. 18, 2021 05:53 PM EDT
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The New York Giants added their second running back in three days on Tuesday when they claimed Ryquell Armstead off waivers. ...

Bears re-sign safety Tashaun Gipson to 1-year contract

Apr. 20, 2021 12:43 PM EDT
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears re-signed veteran safety Tashaun Gipson to a one-year contract on Tuesday. ...

FILE - In this Feb. 7, 2021, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette sprints to the end zone to score on a 27-yard touchdown run during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL football Super Bowl in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers moved closer to a goal of retaining all 22 starters from their Super Bowl victory, agreeing to a one-year, $3.25 million contract to bring free agent running back Fournette back for next season. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)
AP source: Fournette agrees to 1-year deal to stay with Bucs

By Fred Goodall Mar. 26, 2021 06:04 PM EDT

CB Kyle Fuller, released by Bears, signs with Broncos

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 21, 2021 03:03 AM EDT
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Former All-Pro cornerback Kyle Fuller is reuniting with coach Vic Fangio in Denver. Fuller quickly agreed to a one...

Titans 1st-round bust Isaiah Wilson released by Dolphins

By Steven Wine Mar. 20, 2021 12:19 PM EDT
MIAMI (AP) — Tackle Isaiah Wilson, a first-round bust for the Tennessee Titans, lasted less than two weeks with the Miami Dolphins. Miami...

Agent: WR Perriman agrees to $3M, 1-year contract with Lions

By Larry Lage Mar. 18, 2021 09:14 PM EDT
DETROIT (AP) — Wide receiver Breshad Perriman has agreed to a $3 million, one-year contract with the Detroit Lions, according to agent Drew Rosenhaus. ...

FILE - Miami Dolphins middle linebacker Kyle Van Noy (53) warms up before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Miami Gardens, Fla., in this Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, file photo. The Miami Dolphins told linebacker Kyle Van Noy he will be released, two people familiar with the discussion confirmed to The Associated Press on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. The people confirmed the disclosure to the AP on condition of anonymity because the Dolphins have not commented.(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
AP sources: Dolphins tell LB Van Noy he will be released

By Steven Wine Mar. 02, 2021 03:09 PM EST

FILE - In this Feb. 18, 2018 file photo, Green Bay Packers' offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett addresses the media during a news conference in Green Bay, Wis. Hackett downplays the notion that he has a revenge motive in Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020 game with the Jacksonville Jaguars, who fired him from the same position two years ago. Hackett was part of Jacksonville coach Doug Marrone’s staff in 2017 when the Jaguars advanced to the AFC championship game, but he was dismissed the next year.(AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Packers' Lewis ready to face his former team for first time

By Steve Megargee Nov. 13, 2020 05:19 PM EST

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey (22) rushes for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. The Panthers are eager to get Christian McCaffrey back on the field after he has missed four games with a high ankle sprain. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Panthers' McCaffrey back at practice after missing 5 games

By Steve Reed Oct. 27, 2020 01:05 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Leonard Floyd (54) tackles San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Rams LB Leonard Floyd primed for reunion with Bears

By Greg Beacham Oct. 25, 2020 11:47 AM EDT

Chicago Bears quarterback Nick Foles (9) throws a pass during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Chicago, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Running back Davis off to fast start as Panthers face Bears

By Steve Reed Oct. 15, 2020 04:07 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 22, 2019, file photo, Carolina Panthers strong safety Eric Reid (25) kneels during the national anthem before the team's NFL preseason football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. Despite setting two defensive franchise records for the Panthers last season, Reid remains unsigned like his close friend Colin Kaepernick. Washington coach Ron Rivera, Reid’s former coach in Carolina, gave him a strong endorsement Wednesday, Sept. 16. “I would tell them he’s a heckuva teammate,” Rivera said. "He came in and the young man did exactly what was asked of him." (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Eric Reid still hasn't received an offer or workout invite

By Rob Maaddi Sep. 16, 2020 08:17 PM EDT

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)
Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars 9/13/2020

Sep. 13, 2020 01:26 PM EDT

Muhlbach makes cut for Lions again

Sep. 05, 2020 07:37 PM EDT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Long snapper Don Muhlbach appears set for a 17th season with the Detroit Lions after making it through Saturday's roster cuts. ...

Decker agrees to new deal with Lions, agent confirms

By Noah Trister Sep. 01, 2020 05:08 PM EDT
DETROIT (AP) — Taylor Decker has agreed to a six-year, $85 million deal with the Detroit Lions that includes $37.5 million guaranteed, agent Jonathan Feinsod...

Detroit Lions safety Jalen Elliott (42) runs through a drill at the Lions NFL football camp practice, Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, in Allen Park, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Lions sign DE Will Clark and release OG Caleb Benenoch

Aug. 23, 2020 12:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson speaks during a news conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. Pederson has tested positive for COVID-19. The Eagles released a statement Sunday night, Aug. 2, 2020, saying Pederson hasn’t experienced any symptoms, is feeling well and under self-quarantine. The team also said any person who was in close contact with Pederson has been notified and will be tested daily. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Eagles coach Doug Pederson tests positive for COVID-19

By Rob Maaddi Aug. 02, 2020 09:39 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Chicago Bears outside linebacker Aaron Lynch (99) pressures Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sean Mannion (4) during the second half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis. Veteran pass rusher Aaron Lynch signed a one-year contract with Jacksonville on Tuesday, May 5, 2020, giving the Jaguars more depth in case disgruntled defender Yannick Ngakoue decides to skip part of the season.(AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)
Jaguars sign former 49ers, Bears pass rusher Aaron Lynch

May. 05, 2020 11:48 AM EDT

Former NFL 1st-round pick Charlton released by Dolphins

Apr. 30, 2020 04:44 PM EDT
MIAMI (AP) — Former NFL first-round draft pick Taco Charlton was released Thursday by the Miami Dolphins. The veteran defensive end started...