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FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020 file photo, Cleveland Browns center JC Tretter stands on the field during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Cleveland. NFL players were locked out of team headquarters last offseason because of the coronavirus pandemic. This year, their union wants them to boycott any in-person OTAs. Last year, teams were forced to do everything online until training camps opened in August, and NFL Players Association president J.C. Tretter has been advocating for a repeat of last year's offseason, arguing that the adjustments caused by the coronavirus showed the arduous offseason programs were unnecessary.(AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL players call for virtual offseason, shun in-person work

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 13, 2021 05:18 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 26, 2010 file photo, San Francisco 49ers cornerback Phillip Adams (35) is attended to after injuring his left leg during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the St. Louis Rams, in St. Louis. A source briefed on a mass killing in South Carolina says the gunman who killed multiple people, including a prominent doctor, was the former NFL pro. The source said that Adams shot himself to death early Thursday, April 8, 2021. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam, File)
Adams said to have spurned NFL, union health programs

By Barry Wilner Apr. 09, 2021 02:59 PM EDT

Hyder hopes to build off career season moving to Seattle

By Tim Booth Apr. 08, 2021 06:55 PM EDT
SEATTLE (AP) — The first time Kerry Hyder Jr. had what was considered to be a breakout season it was followed up by an injury that cost him an entire year. ...

FILE - In this Oct. 17, 2010 file photo, San Francisco 49ers cornerback Phillip Adams (35) sits on the sideline during the first quarter of an NFL football game in San Francisco. A source briefed on a mass killing in South Carolina says the gunman who killed multiple people, including a prominent doctor, was the former NFL pro. The source said that Adams shot himself to death early Thursday, April 8, 2021. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma, File)
Adams, NFL veteran who killed 5, known as quiet, troubled

By The Associated Press Apr. 08, 2021 05:00 PM EDT

York County Sheriff Kevin Tolson listens as a 911 call is played during a press conference on Thursday, April 8, 2021, in York, S.C. where he addressed the mass shooting by former NFL football player Phillip Adams. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Authorities: NFL player Phillip Adams killed 5, then himself

By Michelle Liu And Meg Kinnard Apr. 08, 2021 10:48 AM EDT

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (25) warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cincinnati, in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. The Bengals continued to part with veterans when they released running back Giovani Bernard on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Bernard, a free agent, played his entire eight-year NFL career in Cincinnati and established himself as a reliable blocking back and receiver.(AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)
Bengals show another veteran the door, release RB Bernard

By Mitch Stacy Apr. 07, 2021 11:01 AM EDT

Dunlap got needed assurances before returning to Seattle

By Tim Booth Apr. 06, 2021 06:21 PM EDT
SEATTLE (AP) — During his brief separation from the Seahawks in a move to create salary cap space, Carlos Dunlap sought assurances from one player before he...

FILE - Seattle Seahawks cornerback Quinton Dunbar (22) drops into coverage against the Buffalo Bills during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., in this Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, file photo. The Detroit Lions have signed cornerback Quinton Dunbar. Detroit made the move Tuesday, April 6, 2021, adding desperately needed help in its secondary. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Lions sign CB Quinton Dunbar to bolster shaky secondary

Apr. 06, 2021 12:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 file photo, Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (74) in the first second half of an NFL football game in Denver. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a contract extension with left tackle Kolton Miller that will keep him locked up through the 2025 season. The deal reached Tuesday, March 30, 2021 was announced by Miller's agents at Octagon Football. The contract includes the 2022 fifth-year option and three additional seasons and is worth $68.7 million.(AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Miller turned rough start to NFL career into big contract

By Josh Dubow Apr. 02, 2021 05:28 PM EDT

Defensive tackle Jenkins signs for 2nd stint with Dolphins

Apr. 02, 2021 01:25 PM EDT
MIAMI (AP) — Defensive tackle John Jenkins has signed for a second stint with the Miami Dolphins. Jenkins played in all 16 games for Miami...

Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith watches the players during the school's Pro Day football workout on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons re-sign DE Steven Means to 1-year contract

Apr. 01, 2021 04:31 PM EDT

FILE - Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett smiles after an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Glendale, Ariz., in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. The Seattle Seahawks and veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett have agreed to a four-year contract extension that includes $37 million guaranteed, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, on the condition of anonymity because the extension had not been announced by the team. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
AP Source: Seahawks, Lockett reach 4-year contract extension

By Tim Booth Mar. 31, 2021 01:37 PM EDT

FILE - Then-Las Vegas Raiders guard Gabe Jackson (66) is shown following an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass., in this Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, file photo. Russell Wilson wanted the Seattle Seahawks to upgrade his protection. Enter Gabe Jackson, the veteran who suddenly became available via trade from the Las Vegas Raiders. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)
Gabe Jackson eager to provide a boost up front for Seahawks

By Tim Booth Mar. 30, 2021 06:07 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 file photo, Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (74) in the first second half of an NFL football game in Denver. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a contract extension with left tackle Kolton Miller that will keep him locked up through the 2025 season. The deal reached Tuesday, March 30, 2021 was announced by Miller's agents at Octagon Football. The contract includes the 2022 fifth-year option and three additional seasons and is worth $68.7 million.(AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Raiders agree to extension with LT Kolton Miller

By Josh Dubow Mar. 30, 2021 04:32 PM EDT

Stanford head coach Tara VanDerveer yells to her players during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Missouri State in the Sweet 16 round of the Women's NCAA tournament Sunday, March 28, 2021, at the Alamodome in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Top-seeded Stanford, No. 2 Louisville meet in 2018 rematch

By Janie Mccauley Mar. 29, 2021 03:58 PM EDT

Chiefs bolster pass rush with deal for tackle Jarran Reed

Mar. 29, 2021 10:59 AM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs and defensive tackle Jarran Reed agreed to a $5 million, one-year contract that could be worth up to $7 million...

Seahawks bring back Dunlap, add Hyder to boost pass rush

By Tim Booth Mar. 25, 2021 06:04 PM EDT
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Less than three weeks after being released in a salary cap move, Carlos Dunlap is returning to the Seattle Seahawks on a two-year deal. ...

Panthers focus on rebuilding up front as QB decision awaits

By Steve Reed Mar. 24, 2021 04:50 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Panthers coach Matt Rhule and new general manager Scott Fitterer have spent the offseason upgrading the team’s offensive and defensive...

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) plays against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. Whether it was Kansas City getting rid of banged-up and expensive starting offensive tackles Mitchell Schwartz and Eric Fisher, or the Raiders cutting ties with Lamarcus Joyner and Tyrell Williams, veterans around the league have been sent to the chopping block. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken, File)
Lower cap leads to more cuts than usual in NFL

By Josh Dubow Mar. 24, 2021 01:41 PM EDT

Safety Kareem Jackson returns to Broncos on one-year deal

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 23, 2021 06:21 PM EDT
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Leaving “the door open” for Kareem Jackson's possible return proved yet another shrewd move by new Broncos general manager George Paton...