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49ers Acquire Third Overall Pick From Dolphins

The San Francisco 49ers are acquiring the No. 3 overall pick in next month’s draft from the Miami Dolphins on Friday in exchange for the No. 12 overall pick, a 2022 third-round pick (San Fran’s compensation pick for the Robert Saleh hiring) and first-round picks in 2022 and 2023, according to sources. The move is a blockbuster one that will have ramifications for both teams

Bucs Re-Sign Leonard Fournette

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are re-signing running back Leonard Fournette to a one-year deal worth $3.25 million on Friday, according to a source. The deal includes incentives that could push the deal to $4 million. Fournette was a team player in 2020 in a backup role to Ronald Jones II, and he helped the team win a Super Bowl championship in his first season with

Matt Breida Gets One-Year Deal From Bills

The Buffalo Bills are expected to sign former Miami Dolphins running back Matt Breida on Thursday, according to a source. Breida will stay in the AFC East on an undisclosed one-year deal. After three seasons to begin his career with the San Francisco 49ers, the 26-year-old played for Miami last season, carrying the ball a career-low 59 times for 254 yards and no touchdowns while

Jayson Oweh Generates Buzz At Pro Day

Penn State edge rusher Jayson Oweh generated major buzz and boosted his draft stock at his school’s Pro Day on Thursday, even though he didn’t record a sack last season. The 6-foot-5, 257-pounder ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash. Even though Oweh had high expectations for his speed numbers, he did not disappoint on Thursday. His arms measured 34.5 inches and he also showed explosiveness with

Cowboys Won’t Re-Sign Aldon Smith

The Dallas Cowboys informed free-agent pass-rusher Aldon Smith that they will not re-sign him after one season with the team, according to a source. Smith served an indefinite suspension from 2016 to 2019 for multiple off-field incidents and violations of the league’s substance-abuse policy. The 31-year-old had five sacks and was second to DeMarcus Lawrence on the team with 33 QB pressures. Smith also added

Adam Humphries Visiting With Washington

Free-agent wide receiver Adam Humphries is visiting with the Washington Football Team on Thursday. Humphries was released by the Tennessee Titans halfway through his four-year, $36 million deal that was signed in 2019. The 27-year-old battled through injuries for most of last season and was limited to seven games, finishing with just 23 catches for 228 yards. Humphries would be a potential starter in the

Vikings Acquire Mason Cole From Cardinals

The Minnesota Vikings acquired offensive lineman Mason Cole from the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday in exchange for a sixth-round pick (No. 223 overall) in the 2021 draft. Cole has played in 46 career games (32 starts) in three NFL seasons since the Cardinals drafted him in 2018 in the third round. The soon-to-be 25-year-old will provide solid depth on Minnesota’s offensive line along the interior.

Chiefs Re-Sign Wideout Demarcus Robinson

The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver Demarcus Robinson to an undisclosed deal on Thursday, according to a source. Robinson brings veteran experience to the Chiefs with the team likely to lose Sammy Watkins in free agency. Kansas City’s offense remains plenty explosive, but Robinson will continue to be unpredictable from a fantasy perspective as a boom/bust wideout behind Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce, Mecole

Jayron Kearse Agrees With Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms with free-agent safety Jayron Kearse on an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. The five-year pro began his career with four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings before playing for the Detroit Lions in 2020, where he recorded 59 tackles in seven starts. Along with Kearse, the Cowboys also visited with free-agent safeties Damontae Kazee and Malik Hooker on Wednesday. Kearse

Seahawks Re-Sign Cedric Ogbuehi

The Seattle Seahawks re-signed offensive lineman Cedric Ogbuehi to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday, according to sources. The former starter for the Cincinnati Bengals played in eight games (four starts) for the Seahawks last year. Seattle also agreed to terms with offensive guard Jordan Simmons on an undisclosed one-year deal. Both players will return in depth roles. Ogbuehi filled in for Brandon Shell at right

Chargers Agree To Terms With Kyler Fackrell

The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with free-agent outside linebacker Kyler Fackrell on an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Fackrell started in nine games for the New York Giants last season. The 29-year-old recorded 34 tackles, four sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown in his 12 total games. Fackrell entered the league as a third-round pick by the Green Bay Packers in 2016.

Cam Sims Returns To Washington

The Washington Football Team re-signed restricted free-agent wide receiver Cam Sims on Wednesday. Washington put the right-of-first-refusal tender on Sims on March 16, which is worth $2.133 million for the 2021 season. He played for $675,000 last year. Sims had just two catches for 27 yards in his first two NFL seasons, and he had three catches for 39 yards while playing 16 offensive snaps

Tyrone Crawford Hangs Up His Cleats

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters on Thursday that defensive lineman Tyrone Crawford is retiring after eight years in the NFL. The 31-year-old has served as a versatile leader for Dallas’ defensive line in his time with the team. Crawford had surgery on both of his hips in 2019 and recorded only 14 tackles and two sacks in 15 games (no starts) last

Panthers Add Kicker Matt Ammendola

The Carolina Panthers signed free-agent kicker Matt Ammendola to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Ammendola will replace Lirim Hajrullahu, who was waived last week. Ammendola, a former Oklahoma State product, will be brought in to compete with Joey Slye this summer. He connected on 60 of his 78 field-goal attempts (76.9 percent) in college and 179 of his 183 extra points (97.8 percent). Ammendola went

Dolphins Re-Sign Elandon Roberts

The Miami Dolphins re-signed linebacker Elandon Roberts to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Miami’s linebacker position has seen some change this offseason, with Kyle Van Noy being cut and Benardrick McKinney acquired in a trade, but Roberts will return to the fold in 2021. Jerome Baker and Vince Biegel will also be returning alongside Andrew Van Ginkel. Roberts finished last year fifth on the team

Bills Agree With Efe Obada

The Buffalo Bills agreed to terms with former Carolina Panthers defensive end Efe Obada on an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. Obada spent the last four years with the Panthers. He became the first player in NFL history to officially make a pro roster coming from the International Pathway Program when he made the team’s 53-man roster in 2018. He’s also had stints with the

Teams Inquiring About Giovani Bernard

Multiple teams have called to inquire about Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard, according to a source. Barring a restructured contract, Bernard could be headed elsewhere this offseason. The 29-year-old has been one of the league’s top pass-catching backs. Drafted in the second round in 2013 out of North Carolina, Bernard has been with the Bengals for his entire eight-year career. He’s been a consistent

Cardinals Agree To Terms With Malcolm Butler

The Arizona Cardinals agreed to terms with former Tennessee Titans cornerback Malcolm Butler on an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday. Butler figures to immediately slot in as the team’s top cornerback after the departure of Patrick Peterson in free agency. The 31-year-old Butler started in all 16 games for the Titans last season and had four interceptions. In his seven-year NFL career, he has 17

Patriots Sign Jakob Johnson To One-Year Deal

The New England Patriots are signing exclusive-rights free-agent fullback Jakob Johnson to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Johnson’s return was all but certain after the club tendered him a contract, which meant that he couldn’t negotiate with other teams. He played in every game last year and started 11 times. Johnson caught eight passes for 35 yards and

Lions Sign Damion Ratley, Alex Anzalone

The Detroit Lions signed free-agent wide receiver Damion Ratley and linebacker Alex Anzalone to one-year deals on Wednesday. Anzalone’s deal is worth $1.75 million. Ratley was most recently with the Houston Texans, but he didn’t play a snap with the team. He spent the first part of the 2020 season with the New York Giants after two seasons with the Cleveland Browns. Ratley has 29

49ers Acquire Third Overall Pick From Dolphins

The San Francisco 49ers are acquiring the No. 3 overall pick in next month’s draft from the Miami Dolphins on Friday in exchange for the No. 12 overall pick, a 2022 third-round pick (San Fran’s compensation pick for the Robert Saleh hiring) and first-round picks in 2022 and 2023, according to sources. The move is a blockbuster one that will have ramifications for both teams

Bucs Re-Sign Leonard Fournette

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are re-signing running back Leonard Fournette to a one-year deal worth $3.25 million on Friday, according to a source. The deal includes incentives that could push the deal to $4 million. Fournette was a team player in 2020 in a backup role to Ronald Jones II, and he helped the team win a Super Bowl championship in his first season with

Matt Breida Gets One-Year Deal From Bills

The Buffalo Bills are expected to sign former Miami Dolphins running back Matt Breida on Thursday, according to a source. Breida will stay in the AFC East on an undisclosed one-year deal. After three seasons to begin his career with the San Francisco 49ers, the 26-year-old played for Miami last season, carrying the ball a career-low 59 times for 254 yards and no touchdowns while

Jayson Oweh Generates Buzz At Pro Day

Penn State edge rusher Jayson Oweh generated major buzz and boosted his draft stock at his school’s Pro Day on Thursday, even though he didn’t record a sack last season. The 6-foot-5, 257-pounder ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash. Even though Oweh had high expectations for his speed numbers, he did not disappoint on Thursday. His arms measured 34.5 inches and he also showed explosiveness with

Cowboys Won’t Re-Sign Aldon Smith

The Dallas Cowboys informed free-agent pass-rusher Aldon Smith that they will not re-sign him after one season with the team, according to a source. Smith served an indefinite suspension from 2016 to 2019 for multiple off-field incidents and violations of the league’s substance-abuse policy. The 31-year-old had five sacks and was second to DeMarcus Lawrence on the team with 33 QB pressures. Smith also added

Adam Humphries Visiting With Washington

Free-agent wide receiver Adam Humphries is visiting with the Washington Football Team on Thursday. Humphries was released by the Tennessee Titans halfway through his four-year, $36 million deal that was signed in 2019. The 27-year-old battled through injuries for most of last season and was limited to seven games, finishing with just 23 catches for 228 yards. Humphries would be a potential starter in the

Vikings Acquire Mason Cole From Cardinals

The Minnesota Vikings acquired offensive lineman Mason Cole from the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday in exchange for a sixth-round pick (No. 223 overall) in the 2021 draft. Cole has played in 46 career games (32 starts) in three NFL seasons since the Cardinals drafted him in 2018 in the third round. The soon-to-be 25-year-old will provide solid depth on Minnesota’s offensive line along the interior.

Chiefs Re-Sign Wideout Demarcus Robinson

The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver Demarcus Robinson to an undisclosed deal on Thursday, according to a source. Robinson brings veteran experience to the Chiefs with the team likely to lose Sammy Watkins in free agency. Kansas City’s offense remains plenty explosive, but Robinson will continue to be unpredictable from a fantasy perspective as a boom/bust wideout behind Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce, Mecole

Jayron Kearse Agrees With Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms with free-agent safety Jayron Kearse on an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. The five-year pro began his career with four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings before playing for the Detroit Lions in 2020, where he recorded 59 tackles in seven starts. Along with Kearse, the Cowboys also visited with free-agent safeties Damontae Kazee and Malik Hooker on Wednesday. Kearse

Seahawks Re-Sign Cedric Ogbuehi

The Seattle Seahawks re-signed offensive lineman Cedric Ogbuehi to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday, according to sources. The former starter for the Cincinnati Bengals played in eight games (four starts) for the Seahawks last year. Seattle also agreed to terms with offensive guard Jordan Simmons on an undisclosed one-year deal. Both players will return in depth roles. Ogbuehi filled in for Brandon Shell at right

Chargers Agree To Terms With Kyler Fackrell

The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with free-agent outside linebacker Kyler Fackrell on an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Fackrell started in nine games for the New York Giants last season. The 29-year-old recorded 34 tackles, four sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown in his 12 total games. Fackrell entered the league as a third-round pick by the Green Bay Packers in 2016.

Cam Sims Returns To Washington

The Washington Football Team re-signed restricted free-agent wide receiver Cam Sims on Wednesday. Washington put the right-of-first-refusal tender on Sims on March 16, which is worth $2.133 million for the 2021 season. He played for $675,000 last year. Sims had just two catches for 27 yards in his first two NFL seasons, and he had three catches for 39 yards while playing 16 offensive snaps

Tyrone Crawford Hangs Up His Cleats

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters on Thursday that defensive lineman Tyrone Crawford is retiring after eight years in the NFL. The 31-year-old has served as a versatile leader for Dallas’ defensive line in his time with the team. Crawford had surgery on both of his hips in 2019 and recorded only 14 tackles and two sacks in 15 games (no starts) last

Panthers Add Kicker Matt Ammendola

The Carolina Panthers signed free-agent kicker Matt Ammendola to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Ammendola will replace Lirim Hajrullahu, who was waived last week. Ammendola, a former Oklahoma State product, will be brought in to compete with Joey Slye this summer. He connected on 60 of his 78 field-goal attempts (76.9 percent) in college and 179 of his 183 extra points (97.8 percent). Ammendola went

Dolphins Re-Sign Elandon Roberts

The Miami Dolphins re-signed linebacker Elandon Roberts to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Miami’s linebacker position has seen some change this offseason, with Kyle Van Noy being cut and Benardrick McKinney acquired in a trade, but Roberts will return to the fold in 2021. Jerome Baker and Vince Biegel will also be returning alongside Andrew Van Ginkel. Roberts finished last year fifth on the team

Bills Agree With Efe Obada

The Buffalo Bills agreed to terms with former Carolina Panthers defensive end Efe Obada on an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. Obada spent the last four years with the Panthers. He became the first player in NFL history to officially make a pro roster coming from the International Pathway Program when he made the team’s 53-man roster in 2018. He’s also had stints with the

Teams Inquiring About Giovani Bernard

Multiple teams have called to inquire about Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard, according to a source. Barring a restructured contract, Bernard could be headed elsewhere this offseason. The 29-year-old has been one of the league’s top pass-catching backs. Drafted in the second round in 2013 out of North Carolina, Bernard has been with the Bengals for his entire eight-year career. He’s been a consistent

Cardinals Agree To Terms With Malcolm Butler

The Arizona Cardinals agreed to terms with former Tennessee Titans cornerback Malcolm Butler on an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday. Butler figures to immediately slot in as the team’s top cornerback after the departure of Patrick Peterson in free agency. The 31-year-old Butler started in all 16 games for the Titans last season and had four interceptions. In his seven-year NFL career, he has 17

Patriots Sign Jakob Johnson To One-Year Deal

The New England Patriots are signing exclusive-rights free-agent fullback Jakob Johnson to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Johnson’s return was all but certain after the club tendered him a contract, which meant that he couldn’t negotiate with other teams. He played in every game last year and started 11 times. Johnson caught eight passes for 35 yards and

Lions Sign Damion Ratley, Alex Anzalone

The Detroit Lions signed free-agent wide receiver Damion Ratley and linebacker Alex Anzalone to one-year deals on Wednesday. Anzalone’s deal is worth $1.75 million. Ratley was most recently with the Houston Texans, but he didn’t play a snap with the team. He spent the first part of the 2020 season with the New York Giants after two seasons with the Cleveland Browns. Ratley has 29

49ers Acquire Third Overall Pick From Dolphins

The San Francisco 49ers are acquiring the No. 3 overall pick in next month’s draft from the Miami Dolphins on Friday in exchange for the No. 12 overall pick, a 2022 third-round pick (San Fran’s compensation pick for the Robert Saleh hiring) and first-round picks in 2022 and 2023, according to sources. The move is a blockbuster one that will have ramifications for both teams

Bucs Re-Sign Leonard Fournette

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are re-signing running back Leonard Fournette to a one-year deal worth $3.25 million on Friday, according to a source. The deal includes incentives that could push the deal to $4 million. Fournette was a team player in 2020 in a backup role to Ronald Jones II, and he helped the team win a Super Bowl championship in his first season with

Matt Breida Gets One-Year Deal From Bills

The Buffalo Bills are expected to sign former Miami Dolphins running back Matt Breida on Thursday, according to a source. Breida will stay in the AFC East on an undisclosed one-year deal. After three seasons to begin his career with the San Francisco 49ers, the 26-year-old played for Miami last season, carrying the ball a career-low 59 times for 254 yards and no touchdowns while

Jayson Oweh Generates Buzz At Pro Day

Penn State edge rusher Jayson Oweh generated major buzz and boosted his draft stock at his school’s Pro Day on Thursday, even though he didn’t record a sack last season. The 6-foot-5, 257-pounder ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash. Even though Oweh had high expectations for his speed numbers, he did not disappoint on Thursday. His arms measured 34.5 inches and he also showed explosiveness with

Cowboys Won’t Re-Sign Aldon Smith

The Dallas Cowboys informed free-agent pass-rusher Aldon Smith that they will not re-sign him after one season with the team, according to a source. Smith served an indefinite suspension from 2016 to 2019 for multiple off-field incidents and violations of the league’s substance-abuse policy. The 31-year-old had five sacks and was second to DeMarcus Lawrence on the team with 33 QB pressures. Smith also added

Adam Humphries Visiting With Washington

Free-agent wide receiver Adam Humphries is visiting with the Washington Football Team on Thursday. Humphries was released by the Tennessee Titans halfway through his four-year, $36 million deal that was signed in 2019. The 27-year-old battled through injuries for most of last season and was limited to seven games, finishing with just 23 catches for 228 yards. Humphries would be a potential starter in the

Vikings Acquire Mason Cole From Cardinals

The Minnesota Vikings acquired offensive lineman Mason Cole from the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday in exchange for a sixth-round pick (No. 223 overall) in the 2021 draft. Cole has played in 46 career games (32 starts) in three NFL seasons since the Cardinals drafted him in 2018 in the third round. The soon-to-be 25-year-old will provide solid depth on Minnesota’s offensive line along the interior.

Chiefs Re-Sign Wideout Demarcus Robinson

The Kansas City Chiefs are re-signing wide receiver Demarcus Robinson to an undisclosed deal on Thursday, according to a source. Robinson brings veteran experience to the Chiefs with the team likely to lose Sammy Watkins in free agency. Kansas City’s offense remains plenty explosive, but Robinson will continue to be unpredictable from a fantasy perspective as a boom/bust wideout behind Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce, Mecole

Jayron Kearse Agrees With Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms with free-agent safety Jayron Kearse on an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. The five-year pro began his career with four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings before playing for the Detroit Lions in 2020, where he recorded 59 tackles in seven starts. Along with Kearse, the Cowboys also visited with free-agent safeties Damontae Kazee and Malik Hooker on Wednesday. Kearse

Seahawks Re-Sign Cedric Ogbuehi

The Seattle Seahawks re-signed offensive lineman Cedric Ogbuehi to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday, according to sources. The former starter for the Cincinnati Bengals played in eight games (four starts) for the Seahawks last year. Seattle also agreed to terms with offensive guard Jordan Simmons on an undisclosed one-year deal. Both players will return in depth roles. Ogbuehi filled in for Brandon Shell at right

Chargers Agree To Terms With Kyler Fackrell

The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with free-agent outside linebacker Kyler Fackrell on an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Fackrell started in nine games for the New York Giants last season. The 29-year-old recorded 34 tackles, four sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown in his 12 total games. Fackrell entered the league as a third-round pick by the Green Bay Packers in 2016.

Cam Sims Returns To Washington

The Washington Football Team re-signed restricted free-agent wide receiver Cam Sims on Wednesday. Washington put the right-of-first-refusal tender on Sims on March 16, which is worth $2.133 million for the 2021 season. He played for $675,000 last year. Sims had just two catches for 27 yards in his first two NFL seasons, and he had three catches for 39 yards while playing 16 offensive snaps

Tyrone Crawford Hangs Up His Cleats

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters on Thursday that defensive lineman Tyrone Crawford is retiring after eight years in the NFL. The 31-year-old has served as a versatile leader for Dallas’ defensive line in his time with the team. Crawford had surgery on both of his hips in 2019 and recorded only 14 tackles and two sacks in 15 games (no starts) last

Panthers Add Kicker Matt Ammendola

The Carolina Panthers signed free-agent kicker Matt Ammendola to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Ammendola will replace Lirim Hajrullahu, who was waived last week. Ammendola, a former Oklahoma State product, will be brought in to compete with Joey Slye this summer. He connected on 60 of his 78 field-goal attempts (76.9 percent) in college and 179 of his 183 extra points (97.8 percent). Ammendola went

Dolphins Re-Sign Elandon Roberts

The Miami Dolphins re-signed linebacker Elandon Roberts to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. Miami’s linebacker position has seen some change this offseason, with Kyle Van Noy being cut and Benardrick McKinney acquired in a trade, but Roberts will return to the fold in 2021. Jerome Baker and Vince Biegel will also be returning alongside Andrew Van Ginkel. Roberts finished last year fifth on the team

Bills Agree With Efe Obada

The Buffalo Bills agreed to terms with former Carolina Panthers defensive end Efe Obada on an undisclosed one-year deal on Wednesday. Obada spent the last four years with the Panthers. He became the first player in NFL history to officially make a pro roster coming from the International Pathway Program when he made the team’s 53-man roster in 2018. He’s also had stints with the

Teams Inquiring About Giovani Bernard

Multiple teams have called to inquire about Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard, according to a source. Barring a restructured contract, Bernard could be headed elsewhere this offseason. The 29-year-old has been one of the league’s top pass-catching backs. Drafted in the second round in 2013 out of North Carolina, Bernard has been with the Bengals for his entire eight-year career. He’s been a consistent

Cardinals Agree To Terms With Malcolm Butler

The Arizona Cardinals agreed to terms with former Tennessee Titans cornerback Malcolm Butler on an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday. Butler figures to immediately slot in as the team’s top cornerback after the departure of Patrick Peterson in free agency. The 31-year-old Butler started in all 16 games for the Titans last season and had four interceptions. In his seven-year NFL career, he has 17

Patriots Sign Jakob Johnson To One-Year Deal

The New England Patriots are signing exclusive-rights free-agent fullback Jakob Johnson to an undisclosed one-year deal on Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Johnson’s return was all but certain after the club tendered him a contract, which meant that he couldn’t negotiate with other teams. He played in every game last year and started 11 times. Johnson caught eight passes for 35 yards and

Lions Sign Damion Ratley, Alex Anzalone

The Detroit Lions signed free-agent wide receiver Damion Ratley and linebacker Alex Anzalone to one-year deals on Wednesday. Anzalone’s deal is worth $1.75 million. Ratley was most recently with the Houston Texans, but he didn’t play a snap with the team. He spent the first part of the 2020 season with the New York Giants after two seasons with the Cleveland Browns. Ratley has 29

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