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Bills GM Beane would consider cutting unvaccinated player

Bills GM Beane would consider cutting unvaccinated player

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane would theoretically consider cutting an unvaccinated player if it meant the team being able to lift NFL COVID-19 protocols restricting in-person team meetings. "Yeah, I would," Beane told the team-sponsored "

Cowboys release Antwaun Woods after drafting 2 DTs

Cowboys release Antwaun Woods after drafting 2 DTs

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys released defensive tackle Antwaun Woods on Wednesday, less than a week after drafting two potential replacements for a starter from each of the past three seasons. Woods had signed a non-guaranteed $2.1 million contract as a restricted free agent last month, so his

Vikings sign 11 UDFAs, including three specialists

Vikings sign 11 UDFAs, including three specialists

To go along with their 11-player 2021 draft class, the Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms with 11 undrafted free agents, the team announced Wednesday. The group includes four offensive players, four defensive players and three specialists. Minnesota brought in three wide receivers -- Alabama-Birmingham’s Myron Mitchell, Indiana’s Whop Philyor and

Raiders sign CB Casey Hayward to 1-year deal

Raiders sign CB Casey Hayward to 1-year deal

The Las Vegas Raiders signed free agent cornerback Casey Hayward to a one-year deal, adding needed experience to a young secondary that has struggled in recent years. The deal announced Tuesday reunites Hayward with defensive coordinator Gus Bradley. Hayward had been linked to the Raiders ever since being released by

Browns sign veteran DT Damion Square, formerly with Chargers

Browns sign veteran DT Damion Square, formerly with Chargers

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns bulked up their defensive line Tuesday, signing veteran tackle Damion Square. Square spent the past seven seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers. The 32-year-old hasn't missed a game the past four years. Cleveland's interior was getting thin following the departure of Larry Ogunjobi as a

DK Metcalf joins the 100-meter dash field at the Golden Games

DK Metcalf joins the 100-meter dash field at the Golden Games

The start list for the 100-meter dash for Sunday’s U.S. Track and Field’s Golden Games lists some familiar names: Bryce Robinson, Michael Rodgers, D.K. Metcalf. Wait, really? The Seahawks’ speedy receiver confirmed he will be run against some of the country’s best sprinters at the event to be held in

Andrews excited about possibilities of Pats' new-look roster

Andrews excited about possibilities of Pats' new-look roster

BOSTON (AP) — When free agency opened last month, there was a moment it seemed center David Andrews would be adding his name to the key Patriots offensive linemen joining new teams in 2021. The frenzied offseason opened with left guard Joe Thuney signing a five-year $80 million deal with

Panthers hope Christensen finally fills void at left tackle

Panthers hope Christensen finally fills void at left tackle

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have been looking for a player who can protect the quarterback's blindside for the past eight years. They think they may have found one in consensus All-American Brady Christensen. The team's third-round draft pick from Brigham Young has strong pass-blocking skills and there

AP source: Foot sidelines Jets' Quinnen Williams 8-10 weeks

AP source: Foot sidelines Jets' Quinnen Williams 8-10 weeks

NEW YORK (AP) — New York Jets standout defensive lineman Quinnen Williams broke a bone in a foot and is expected to have surgery and be sidelined eight to 10 weeks, according to a person with knowledge of the injury. Williams was hurt last week during on-field workouts at the

Green Bay Packers 2021 undrafted free-agent capsules

Green Bay Packers 2021 undrafted free-agent capsules

Jacob Capra, OL, San Diego State (6-foot-5, 300 pounds) Played left guard in long season with the Aztecs. … Spent first three years at Oregon. … Played in 13 games with the Ducks in 2019, starting four games at right tackle and two at left tackle. … Appeared in 15

Browns take chance on Malik McDowell, DT with troubled past

Browns take chance on Malik McDowell, DT with troubled past

CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns are giving Malik McDowell the chance to revive an NFL career stopped by some serious legal trouble. Cleveland signed the free agent defensive tackle and former Seattle draft pick and five undrafted free agents Monday. Selected in the second by the Seahawks in 2017, McDowell

Packers sign seven UDFAs, including Badgers' Dietzen

Packers sign seven UDFAs, including Badgers' Dietzen

The Green Bay Packers on Monday announced they signed seven undrafted free agents – including three offensive linemen. Included in that group is former Wisconsin guard/tackle Jon Dietzen, who will join his linemate Cole Van Lanen, a sixth-round draft pick of the Packers. Joining Dietzen in camp will be guard

Cowboys decline Vander Esch option, creating intrigue at LB

Cowboys decline Vander Esch option, creating intrigue at LB

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys declined the fifth-year option on linebacker Leighton Vander Esch's rookie contract Monday, setting up an interesting season at the position after the club used this year's first-round pick on a potential replacement. Vander Esch had a strong rookie season after the Cowboys drafted

Vikings decline fifth-year option on CB Hughes

Vikings decline fifth-year option on CB Hughes

The Minnesota Vikings declined to pick up the fifth-year option on cornerback Mike Hughes, making a him a free agent after the 2021 season. The deadline for NFL teams to pick up the option on players drafted in the first round in 2018 was Monday. The Vikings drafted three cornerbacks

Colts TE Alie-Cox signs one-year deal to stay in Indy

Colts TE Alie-Cox signs one-year deal to stay in Indy

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts tight end Mo Alie-Cox made his the switch from college basketball player to NFL player pay off. On Monday, the former VCU star signed a restricted free agent tender, a one-year deal that will pay $3.384 million next season. Two other restricted free agents —