Derrick Thomas’ son gets Kansas City Chiefs tryout
The son of the late Derrick Thomas, Donnell Alexander, got a tryout with the Chiefs over the weekend. Alexander, a running back, would love to wear the jersey of his pass-rushing father.
Haslam: Hue Jackson’s track record is pretty good
The Browns’ third-round selection of quarterback Cody Kessler raised eyebrows. Find out why owner Jimmy Haslam trusts coach Hue Jackson’s track record on quarterbacks.
Manning solution for Eli confusion: ‘Call me Elisha’
The New York Giants used the 10th overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft on Ohio State cornerback Eli Apple. The selection made an arcane bit of football history.
Cowboys’ Tony Romo ‘looking good’ after surgery
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is “looking good” throwing this offseason, according to his QB coach. Romo underwent surgery in March on his collarbone.
Eli Manning hopes Shepard is ‘young Victor Cruz’
Eli Manning is encouraged with his early assessment of rookie receiver Sterling Shepard. The New York Giants quarterback hopes Shepard can become a “young Victor Cruz.”
Derrick Thomas’ son gets tryout with Chiefs
The son of the late Derrick Thomas, Donnell Alexander, got a tryout with the Chiefs over the weekend. Alexander, a running back, would love to wear the jersey of his pass-rushing father.
Brandon Browner to play hybrid safety for Seahawks
Brandon Browner will get a chance to find his niche again in Seattle. Instead of playing cornerback, the veteran defensive back will play a hybrid safety role in 2016, Pete Carroll said.
Lions acquire LB Jon Bostic in trade with Patriots
The Detroit Lions added a new name to their linebacker corps on Monday, acquiring Jon Bostic in a trade with the New England Patriots in exchange for a conditional seventh-round draft pick.
Niners exec: You will see a jump from Jarryd Hayne
Jarryd Hayne struggled in his first season in the NFL, but the San Francisco 49ers still have high hopes for the Aussie sensation. Is Chip Kelly the coach to utilize Hayne’s talents?
Raiders sign first-round pick Karl Joseph
The Raiders on Monday night became the 12th team to ink their first-round draft pick, signing Karl Joseph to a four-year deal. What kind of impact can we expect for Joseph this season?
Jets have ‘no plans’ to sign Odell Beckham’s cousin
Terron Beckham’s journey to the NFL has hit a snag. The Jets have decided to take a pass on Odell Beckham’s cousin, following a weekend tryout.
Melvin Gordon reportedly had microfracture surgery
San Diego Chargers running back Melvin Gordon reportedly underwent microfracture knee surgery in January. What does this mean for his sophomore NFL season?
DeAndre Hopkins thankful Texans drafted Fuller, Miller
The arrival of wideouts Will Fuller and Braxton Miller have made one Houston Texan a happy man: DeAndre Hopkins, who said: “There’s a little more competition in this room, which is good.”
Adrian Peterson: Vikings can ‘win everything’ in 2016
The Minnesota Vikings leaped from upstart to playoffs in 2015. This year, veteran running back Adrian Peterson believes the Vikes can leap from good to great. Super Bowl great.
Saints sign No. 12 overall pick Sheldon Rankins
The Saints signed their first-round pick defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins on Monday. New Orleans also announced the signings of two other draft selections.
Kawann Short, Panthers have begun contract talks
The Panthers have opened contract talks with defensive tackle Kawann Short, reports NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport. Will the 2015 Pro Bowler become one of the highest-paid defensive stars?
Hopkins thanks Texans for drafting Fuller, Miller
The arrival of wideouts Will Fuller and Braxton Miller have made one Houston Texan a happy man: DeAndre Hopkins, who said: “There’s a little more competition in this room, which is good.”
Redskins sign first-round WR Doctson, five other picks
The Washington Redskins signed six draft picks on Monday, including first-round receiver Josh Doctson. The rookie wideout adds to the cadre of weapons surrounding Kirk Cousins.
A.P: Vikings can ‘win everything’ this season
The Minnesota Vikings leaped from upstart to playoffs in 2015. This year, veteran running back Adrian Peterson believes the Vikes can leap from good to great. Super Bowl great.
Sam Bradford reports for Eagles voluntary workouts
Sam Bradford will return to work on Monday, per NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport. The Eagles quarterback had been holding out in request of a trade.
Peyton Manning visits Dolphins to tutor Ryan Tannehill
Ryan Tannehill got a high-level tutoring session this offseason. Peyton Manning stopped by the Miami Dolphins facility to help Tannehill learn the nuances of Adam Gase’s offense.
Barwin: Sam Bradford will return to Eagles today
Sam Bradford will return to work on Monday, according to teammate Connor Barwin. The Eagles quarterback had been holding out in request of a trade.
Seahawks moving Britt to center on reshuffled O-line
The Seattle Seahawks continue to tinker with their offensive line, moving Justin Britt to center. Britt played right tackle and guard in his first two NFL seasons.
UAB RB Gregory Bryant declared brain dead day after shooting
UAB RB Gregory Bryant has died, a day after he was found shot in a car on Interstate 95 in South Florida. A West Palm Beach Police spokeswoman said he was declared brain dead at 1 p.m. Sunday.
Arians on Nkemdiche: Stop ‘killing people’ in practice
Robert Nkemdiche has looked great in initial practices with the Cardinals. Bruce Arians had to tell Nkemdiche to turn things down a notch after he started to get overly physical in rookie workouts.
Lane Johnson: ‘Word on the street’ Bradford will return
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson said he’s heard chatter that Sam Bradford will be back to work this week or next. The quarterback sat out the start of voluntary workouts after a trade request.
Dez Bryant making progress in rehab, no setbacks
Dez Bryant is progressing well from offseason surgery, coach Jason Garrett said. The Dallas Cowboys’ receiver has had no setbacks as he recovers from an injury-plagued 2015.
Fisher: Goff doing ‘great job’ picking up Rams’ offense
It’s only rookie minicamp, but L.A. Rams coach Jeff Fisher said rookie quarterback and No. 1 overall pick Jared Goff is already picking up the team’s offense quickly.
Cameron Wake agrees to extension with Dolphins
Despite Cameron Wake coming off a torn Achilles, Miami isn’t afraid to keep their star defender a little longer in South Beach. The Dolphins announced Wake has been extended through the 2017 season.
Cameron Wake signs two-year extension with Miami
Despite Cameron Wake coming off a torn Achilles, Miami isn’t afraid to keep their star defender a little longer in South Beach. The Dolphins announced Wake has been extended through the 2017 season.
Report: Matt Slauson inks two-year deal with Chargers
ESPN reported Saturday that the Chargers have signed veteran guard Matt Slauson to a two-year deal. Slauson visited with both the Bolts and the Bills after being released by the Bears last weekend.
Ezekiel Elliott gives Cowboys a scare in first practice
The Dallas Cowboys expect 2016 No. 4 overall pick Ezekiel Elliott to give the team thrills during his NFL career. On Friday, he offered up a scare during one of his first drills at rookie camp.
Laremy Tunsil sounds like he’s ready to move forward
We saw a different side of Laremy Tunsil on Saturday at Dolphins rookie camp. One week after an awkward initial press conference with reporters in Miami, Tunsil faced the media once again this time in a far more playful mood.
Dak Prescott unfazed by Cowboys’ Paxton Lynch envy
Dak Prescott may not have been the Cowboys’ first choice at quarterback — or even their second — during last week’s draft, but that doesn’t change how he feels about his new opportunity in Big D.
Wife of Will Smith accepts MBA on his behalf
Racquel Smith, the wife of New Orleans Saints star Will Smith, who was killed in a shooting last month, accepted on his behalf an MBA he earned from the University of Miami.
Elway: Lynch will be ready sooner than people think
Paxton Lynch has been talked about as a quarterback needing time to bloom at the NFL level, but Denver’s John Elway believes the rookie is “going to be ready quicker than a lot of people think.”
Delanie Walker, Titans strike two-year extension
The Titans signed Delanie Walker to a two-year contract extension on Friday. Is the veteran tight end set up for another Pro Bowl season in 2016?
Zimmer on Moritz Boehringer: ‘Feel-good story is over’
Moritz Boehringer will probably have mixed feelings when he one day looks back on his first NFL practice. He also made a first impression on his coach Mike Zimmer.
NFL, HBCU conferences partner to grow minority opportunities
The NFL is partnering with two preeminent Historically Black College & Universities (HBCU) athletic conferences — the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) — to increase opportunities for ethnic minorities — both professionals and students — interested in pursuing careers in football administration.
Elway: Lynch will be ready quicker than people think
Paxton Lynch has been talked about as a quarterback needing time to bloom at the NFL level, but Denver’s John Elway believes the rookie is “going to be ready quicker than a lot of people think.”
Raiders DE Mario Edwards: I’ve been cleared to play
Raiders defensive end Mario Edwards announced Friday that he received “final clearance” to resume his career after suffering a season-ending neck injury last December.
Cardale Jones: Rex Ryan ‘might be my long lost dad’
The Bills were beset by infighting during Rex Ryan’s first season in Buffalo. Don’t expect any lip, though, from rookie quarterback Cardale Jones, who called his new coach “my long lost dad.”
DeForest Buckner signs rookie deal with 49ers
The Niners have their issues, but they also have their first-round pick under contract. NFL Media’s Rand Getlin reported Friday that DeForest Buckner has signed his rookie deal with the team.
Weston Richburg calls out fellow Giants O-linemen
Giants center Weston Richburg is putting in the work this offseason, but he won’t claim the same about his fellow O-lineman, saying: “The majority of my offensive line is not doing anything right now.”
Dolphins sign No. 13 pick Laremy Tunsil to rookie deal
The Miami Dolphins have signed No. 13 overall pick Laremy Tunsil. Will the Ole Miss tackle open his NFL career at guard after a draft-day free fall?
Ezekiel Ansah on extension: ‘See how this season goes’
The Detroit Lions exercised the fifth-year option on defensive end Ezekiel Ansah Monday. But Ansah kept mum on whether he is interested in signing a long-term contract with the Lions.
Jeff Driskel: I’m a ‘perfect fit’ for Kelly’s offense
Former Louisiana Tech quarterback Jeff Driskel doesn’t lack for confidence. San Francisco’s sixth-round pick told reporters on Thursday that he’s a “perfect fit” for Chip Kelly’s offense.
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