Archive for April 2013

It's proven a tough free agent market for veteran defensive lineman and linebackers, as several either remain unsigned or had to take significant pay cuts to reach new agreements. An example of this has been Indianapolis Colts free agent Dwight Freeney, who has been forced to lower his asking price since the offseason began, according to Jeff Legwold of The Denver Post.

Legwold notes that when free agency opened, Freeney was asking for $8 million for the 2013 season. Since then, the figure dropped to $6 million, but teams such as the Denver Broncos -- who ultimately signed linebacker Shaun Phillips -- were still not interested at the reduced rate.

There has been speculation that Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Greg Schiano has hesitations surrounding quarterback Josh Freeman. These rumors weren't quieted when the Bucs selected Mike Glennon in the third round of the NFL Draft last weekend. However, Schiano told reporters -- including Buccaneers.com -- that the team doesn't have a timeframe on Glennon, adding that Freeman is Tampa Bay's starting quarterback.

When the restricted free agency period passed and wide receiver Victor Cruz remained with the New York Giants, coach Tom Coughlin expected there to be a quick resolution to contract talks. Considering Cruz still hasn't signed his deal, Coughlin told WFAN yesterday that the situation "has to be a concern."

"It has to be a concern because when the restricted free agency period is over, you would hope that things would move fast. What we want is exactly what I said the other day. We want a win-win. We want Victor to be proud to be a New York Giant, proud of his contract," Coughlin said.

Indianapolis Colts free agent offensive lineman Winston Justice visited with the Pittsburgh Steelers yesterday and will meet with the Cleveland Browns today, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Former Colts and Eagles OT Winston Justice is visiting the Steelers today and is scheduled to go to Cleveland on Wednesday.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 29, 2013

Chicago Bears free agent defensive lineman Israel Idonije visited the Tennessee Titans yesterday, according to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk.

Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the Titans hosted veteran defensive lineman Israel Idonije on Monday.

Yesterday it was reported that the Arizona Cardinals have a specific plan of action for talented but troubled defensive back Tyrann Mathieu, whom they selected in the third round of last weekend’s NFL Draft. Beyond subjecting Mathieu to random drug tests, the Cardinals also reportedly plan on giving the rookie a contract that includes no guaranteed money.

The Pittsburgh Steelers selected quarterback Landry Jones in the fourth round of last weekend’s NFL Draft. The pick likely indicates that veteran backup Charlie Batch no longer has a roster spot with the team, but he believes it could mean more. Batch told Ron Cook of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that Jones could be the Steelers’ heir apparent behind starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Baltimore Ravens free agent offensive lineman Bryant McKinnie is visiting the Miami Dolphins training facility today, according to Jeff Darlington of NFL.com.

I'm told free agent tackle Bryant McKinnie is visiting Dolphins' facility today. Team obviously needs a tackle. McKinnie now on the radar.
— Jeff Darlington (@JeffDarlington) April 29, 2013

We’ve already seen Joe Montana’s son receive an invitation to San Francisco 49ers minicamp. Another son of a former NFL great has been given a shot to latch on with his father’s former team, as the Minnesota Vikings have invited Chris Carter’s son – Duron – to a tryout, as have the Baltimore Ravens, according to Mike Garafolo of USA Today.

Confusion here on the Duron Carter front. He hasn't signed with Minnesota. He's been invited to try out, as Rick Spielman told @tompelissero
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) April 28, 2013

Also, Carter has been invited to try out for the Ravens as well. So he might make a run there instead of Minny.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) April 28, 2013

The NFL Draft came and went and Branden Albert is still a member of the Kansas City Chiefs. While a trade didn't take place, Miami Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland told Armando Salguero of The Miami Herald that there's a chance the deal could still happen.

Running back LaDainian Tomlinson signed a one-day contract with the San Diego Chargers last June in order to officially retire with the team. Apparently the Chargers want to extend that deal, as Tomlinson told Michael Silver of Yahoo! Sports that he was offered an opportunity to rejoin San Diego “in a very real capacity.”

Just when you may have forgotten about Tim Tebow, it looks like the circus will once again pick up. The New York Jets announced this morning that they waived the quarterback after one forgettable season with the team. Tebow will now be free to sign with whatever club he chooses, though there doesn't appear to be much interest in the former Heisman Trophy winner.

The Miami Dolphins had their sights set on Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Branden Albert earlier this offseason. While those talks appear to have stalled, the Dolphins have reportedly turned their attention to another former Chiefs player. Adam Beasley of The Miami Herald reports that the Dolphins have “maintained steady dialogue” with free agent offensive lineman Eric Winston.

Source: Dolphins have maintained a steady dialogue with Eric Winston, and we should know in the near future if a deal is a real possibility.
— Adam Beasley (@AdamHBeasley) April 28, 2013

The San Francisco 49ers will once again have a Montana in minicamp. No, it’s not going to be Joe, but Matt Barrows of The Sacramento Bee is reporting that the 49ers have invited his son – Nate Montana – to rookie minicamp.

Nate Montana will attend #49ers' upcoming rookie minicamp on an invitation basis, his agent said. Looked good at "local" pro day this month.
— Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) April 28, 2013

The NFL Draft has come and gone, and it's still not clear how the Minnesota Vikings will fill the void at middle linebacker created when Jasper Brinkley signed with the Arizona Cardinals. The team has a few in-house options, but Judd Zulgad and Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN report the Vikings could look to one of the veteran free agents -- including former Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher -- remaining on the market.

The Denver Broncos have been in search of a defensive end to replace Elvis Dumervil since the free-agency period began. While they’ve been tied to several high-profile players – including Indianapolis Colts free agent Dwight Freeney – the Broncos found their replacement in the form of San Diego Chargers free agent linebacker Shaun Phillips.

New York Giants free agent running back Ahmad Bradshaw received good news on Friday when he was cleared by doctors to resume football-related activities. However, this good news was short-lived, as Bradshaw’s prospects for signing a new contract in the near future seemingly diminished over the weekend during the NFL Draft.

There are always a few notable undrafted free agent signings across the NFL, but none carries with it the level of intrigue than that of former British discus thrower Lawrence Okoye, who inked a deal with the San Francisco 49ers.

The Cleveland Browns have acquired wide receiver Davone Bess and draft picks from the Miami Dolphins in exchange for draft picks, as reported by Ian Rapoport.

Davone Bess has been traded to the Browns, I'm told
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 26, 2013

Former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o was one of several high-profile prospects to slide into the second round of the NFL Draft. However, it doesn't sound like he'll make it past the Baltimore Ravens at No. 62, as Pro Football Talk is reporting that the Super Bowl champs are "very interested" in Te'o.

While "very interested" is a term that is thrown around not infrequently, PFT goes on to say that it wouldn't be surprising to see the Ravens go so far as trade up in the draft to select Te'o.

Houston Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey will open the season on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Posey tore his left Achilles during a contest against the New England Patriots in January.

Texans WR DeVier Posey, who tore his left Achilles vs New England in January, will open this season on the PUP list, per league source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 26, 2013

Free agent running back Ahmad Bradshaw has drawn interest from several teams -- including the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals -- but he's remained unsigned in part due to concerns surrounding his health. Bradshaw may be a bit more attractive to potential suitors now, as he's received full medical clearance to resume all football-related activities, according to Pro Football Talk.

Most of the focus last night was on the tumultuous evening of former West Virginia quarterback Geno Smith. However, Smith wasn't the only high-profile prospect to slide out of the first round. Former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o also didn't hear his name called on the first day of the NFL Draft, and we'll have to wait until tonight to see how long his slide continues.

There are some serious questions surrounding Te'o. It's beyond the whole Catfish incident. It now appears that teams are concerned about his ability on the field.

Kansas City Chiefs general manager John Dorsey told reporters -- including Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk -- that the team will continue discussing a trade involving offensive lineman Branden Albert with the Miami Dolphis.

General Manager John Dorsey said Thursday night that he will resume discussions with Dolphins General Manager Jeff Ireland on Friday about a deal that would send Albert to Miami. According to multiple reports, the Dolphins have agreed to a financial framework for a long-term deal with Albert with the teams haggling over draft pick compensation headed back to Kansas City.

The NFL Draft came and went with several significant surprises, perhaps none more shocking than the Buffalo Bills taking quarterback EJ Manuel in the middle of the first round. What makes the selection even more surprising is that former West Virginia quarterback Geno Smith was available at the time. Smith fell past the Bills and every other team in the first round, and the top prospect has said that he won't be returning for Round 2.

There has previously been interest in New England Patriots backup quarterback Ryan Mallett. With the NFL Draft beginning tonight, Greg Bedard of The Boston Globe reports that the Pats are fielding calls on Mallett.

The Jacksonville Jaguars own the first pick in the second round of the NFL Draft, and they are prepared to take either Matt Barkley or Ryan Nassib with the selection, according to Pro Football Talk.

Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Branden Albert has been the center of much trade speculation in the last several weeks. General manager John Dorsey told reporters -- including Steve Wyche of NFL.com -- that Albert could still be dealt prior to tonight's draft.

The Chiefs have a need at left tackle, the position Albert plays. While it may seem counter-intuitive to trade Albert in this situation, the team could fill the void by selecting one of the top tackles in tonight's draft. That would make Albert expendable, and Kansas City has received calls on the offensive lineman.

Most NFL Draft analysts believe former Syracuse quarterback Ryan Nassib will be the second QB selected tonight after West Virginia's Geno Smith. However, Peter King of Sports Illustrated has reported that the Buffalo Bills are now targeting former USC quarterback Matt Barkley and not Nassib.

Buffalo tweeps: @si_peterking says he's hearing Buffalo is seriously targeting Matt Barkley.
— Richard Deitsch (@richarddeitsch) April 24, 2013

With the NFL Draft only hours away, the Miami Dolphins are actively shopping wide receiver Davone Bess, according to Jeff Darlington of NFL.com.

The Oakland Raiders are the owners of the No. 4 overall pick in this weekend's NFL Draft. While they could be in a position to trade the pick to a team hoping to move up in the draft, general manager Reggie McKenzie told reporters -- including Jerry McDonald of The Mercury News -- that the Raiders are not actively pursuing a deal.

At this point, McKenzie is content to let the trade talk come to him, as he told reporters that the Raiders are simply "feeling around right now." The team is having "peripheral conversations" with other clubs, but this discussion could pick up with draft night quickly approaching.

On November 6^th 2012, during a practice, University of Houston cornerback DJ Hayden was on his way to intercept a pass, when he was hit by teammate Trevon Stewart in midair. Both men had leaped, and Stewart’s knee hit Hayden’s chest. Hayden went down in obvious pain, but nobody could’ve foreseen the type of injury the young corner had just suffered.

The Green Bay Packers are scheduled to meet with running back Cedric Benson today, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Free-agent RB Cedric Benson is scheduled to fly to Green Bay to meet with Packers on Wednesday, per sources. Almost healed from LisFranc.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 23, 2013

While the New Orleans Saints have admitted to shopping fourth-string running back Chris Ivory this offseason, general manager Mickey Loomis told reporters – including Larry Holder of The Times-Picayune – that “no deal is imminent.”

Loomis adding no deal is imminent in trading Ivory away.
— Larry Holder (@LarryHolder) April 23, 2013

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers attempted to trade running back LeGarrette Blount earlier in the offseason, but to no avail. Now, with the NFL Draft approaching, Stephen Holder of The Tampa Bay Times reports that Blount could still be in play.

A non-Revis tweet: I understand that LeGarrette Blount still in play in potential trade. Couple teams interested. Draft trade possible #Bucs
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) April 22, 2013

The Arizona Cardinals are in the market for a left tackle, and they hold the No. 7 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. There are three big-name tackles available, but there’s also a chance that the trio could be off the board by the time the Cardinals are up. For this reason, Arizona has discussed Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Branden Albert, according to Mike Jurecki of XTRA 910.

Hearing Cards have discussed OT Brandon Albert, over the wknd his agent had talks w/ Dolphins, those have stalled & KC wants a second rd pk.
— Mike Jurecki (@mikejurecki) April 22, 2013

The upcoming NFL Draft will impact every team in the league, but Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert told reporters during today’s press conference that the future of several veterans will be impacted by the selections the club makes this weekend. Specifically, who the Steelers do or do not draft could impact the team’s willingness to sign free agents Casey Hampton, Max Starks and Ahmad Bradshaw.

“There’s enough depth in this draft that you sure want to keep your ears open for trades, because you could very well get as good or better player at another level,” Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said Monday. “And we will have our minds open. We won’t be doing a lot before the draft, fielding many calls. It’ll probably be happening right there on draft day.”

Miami Dolphins free agent linebacker Karlos Dansby is visiting with the Buffalo Bills today and tomorrow, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Former Dolphins LB Karlos Dansby is visiting Buffalo today and Tuesday.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 22, 2013

This year's draft offers an extraordinary level of talent at defense; especially on the defensive line. Here's a closer look at what teams will be considering this week when they break down their defense and add these plug-and-play starters to their rosters:

"The great news is I'm healed up," Burleson said. "I just got news from my doctors that the bone is good. I'm running and jumping three months ahead of schedule."

The NFL salary cap in 2013 is just over $120,000,000. Every player in the league is worth a certain amount of money. Obviously, some players are worth more than others and teams are willing to dedicate a larger portion of their cap space to greater talent. Here's a breakdown of the highest paid offensive players this year in the NFL

The NFL salary cap in 2013 is just over $120,000,000. Every player in the league is worth a certain amount of money. Obviously, some players are worth more than others and teams are willing to dedicate a larger portion of their cap space to greater talent. Here's a breakdown of the highest paid defensive players this year in the NFL

After all the 40-yard dashes and 225-lb bench presses there's only one thing left to do... Draft.

Here's a closer look at what teams will be considering on Thursday evening when they make the heads-or-tail choice to draft for need, or draft for value:

Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff told reporters – including D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution – that the team is putting working on quarterback Matt Ryan’s contract extension on the back burner for a few weeks until after the NFL Draft.

“There is no time frame on it right now and I don’t want to keep you hanging on it, but I feel confident that things are going to be taken care of when the time is proper,” Dimitroff said.

New York Giants offensive lineman David Baas underwent surgery on his elbow earlier this week, according to Ralph Vacchiano of The New York Daily News.

Baas went under the knife earlier this offseason, undergoing an unknown procedure. This week the surgery helped remove bone spurs from his elbow. Given the timing of the surgery, Baas is expected to rehab throughout the Giants' offseason program, and he'll likely be sidelined through mini-camp in June.

The Minnesota Vikings are hoping to move up in the NFL Draft from their current first-round pick positions of No. 23 and No. 25, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Rapoport adds that the Vikings are targeting a wide receiver or cornerback with their first-round selection.

From Total Access: Hear #VIkings want to move up in draft from 23 or 25. Want CB & WR. Moving up would likely mean WR: Austin or Patterson?
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 18, 2013

It appears that the Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs could be mulling a trade that would send offensive lineman Branden Albert to KC, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Free Agents
Top 3 available players at each offensive position.

QB Matt Leinart Tyler Thigpen Byron Leftwich	RB Ahmad Bradshaw   Beanie Wells   Michael Turner
WR Brandon Lloyd Devery Henderson Josh Cribbs	TE Dallas Clark   Kevin Boss   Chris Cooley
OG Lance Louis Brandon Moore Kevin Boothe	OT Andre Smith   Eric Winston   Bryant MicKinnie

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Pittsburgh Steelers restricted free agent nose tackle Steve McLendon visited with the Green Bay Packers yesterday, according to Aaron Wilson of The Baltimore Sun.

Former Steelers nose guard Steve McClendon visited the Green Bay Packers, per a league source
— Aaron Wilson (@RavensInsider) April 17, 2013

The Atlanta Falcons – who hold the No. 30 overall selection in the upcoming NFL Draft – are attempting to trade up for a higher pick in the first round, according to Peter King of Sports Illustrated.

Hearing the Falcons are trying to trade up from number 30 in the first round, and not, obviously, for a quarterback.
— Peter King (@SI_PeterKing) April 17, 2013

The 2013 schedule is expected to be released Thursday, April 18th, according to Greg Aiello the senior vice president of public relations for the NFL.

2013 regular-season schedule will be announced at 8 pm ET on Thursday (April 18).
— Greg Aiello (@gregaiello) April 16, 2013

"Could he [McKinnie] be our left tackle? He potentially could be," Newsome said. "Could KO [Osemele] be our left tackle? He could potentially be our left tackle, too. I think we are very open. I think the dialogue has been very good with B-Mac from my standpoint, and I think John would echo the same thing.”

Free Agents
Top 3 available players at each defensive position.

DE Dwight Freeney John Abraham Isreal Idonije	DT Richard Seymour   Sione Pouha   Sedrick Ellis
OLB Daryl Smith James Harrison Shaun Phillips	ILB Brian Urlacher   Michael Boley   Nick Barnett
CB Stanford Routt Charles Woodson Quentin Jammer	S Kerry Rhodes   Ronde Barber   Quintin Mikell

 
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Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Nelson missed most of last season due to a torn ACL. The Browns’ offseason acquisition is rehabbing his injury and new head coach Rob Chudzinski told reporters – including Nate Ulrich of The Akron Beacon Journal – that Nelson should be ready for training camp.

#Browns HC Rob Chudzinski said WR David Nelson is rehabbing knee and should be ready for training camp.
— Nate Ulrich (@NateUlrichABJ) April 16, 2013

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler – who’s entering the final year of his current contract – is willing to play out his remaining deal in an attempt to post a breakout campaign and sign a megadeal, similar to the one Joe Flacco recently inked with the Baltimore Ravens. Cutler told reporters – including Michael C. Wright of ESPN Chicago – that he’s going to play out his contract this season.

Cutler on contract: "You’ve got to win games to earn those contracts. I’m in last year obviously. We’ll play it out & see how it goes."
— Michael C. Wright (@mikecwright) April 16, 2013

Last week, Pittsburgh Steelers free agent linebacker James Harrison visited with the Cincinnati Bengals. Over the weekend, it appeared that a deal was imminent, as both sides were expressing high levels of interest in reaching an agreement. However, talks are now reportedly “not going well,” and the prospects of a contract between Harrison and the Bengals “doesn’t look real good,” according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Asked a source to characterize the James Harrison/Bengals talks: "Doesn't look real good." These things can always change tho
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 16, 2013

The St. Louis Rams have reached an agreement to re-sign backup quarterback Kellen Clemens, and the sides are expected to officially sign a new contract today, according to Mike Garafolo of USA Today.

One other impending deal to report: QB Kellen Clemens has agreed to return to the Rams on a one-year minimum deal. Will sign tomorrow.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) April 16, 2013

New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez underwent shoulder surgery over the offseason -- which will sideline him through OTAs and mini-camp this spring -- according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

#Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez underwent shoulder surgery this offseason, I'm told, likely knocking him out of OTAs and mini-camp this spring.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 16, 2013

The Baltimore Ravens are expected to sign former Chicago Bears and Denver Broncos backup quarterback Caleb Hanie, according to Jeff Dickerson of ESPN Chicago.

Former #Bears QB Caleb Hanie expected to sign with the #Ravens, per a league source.
— Jeff Dickerson (@ESPNChiBears) April 15, 2013

The Green Bay Packers are still working on getting deals done for Clay Matthews and Aaron Rodgers  according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.  Both players were hoping deals could get done by the start of offseason conditioning, which is today.

Clay Matthews deal is expected to come in around $13M a year, according to @RapSheet.  This deal would put Matthews right up there with DeMarcus Ware as the highest paid outside linebackers in the league.  Aaron Rodgers is expected to become the highest paid player in the NFL once his deal is finalized.  It will most likely pass Joe Flacco's deal that he just signed this offseason.

The New England Patriots have discussed the possibility of trading running back and return specialist Jeff Demps, the player’s agent Daniel Rose told Jeff Howe of The Boston Herald.

The Patriots have discussed the possibility of trading Jeff Demps, according to agent Daniel Rose.
— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) April 14, 2013

“We’re pretty close — it’s down to two people,” Caldwell said in a phone interview.

Pittsburgh Steelers free agent linebacker James Harrison met with the Cincinnati Bengals this week, and there was reportedly mutual interest in reaching a deal between the two sides entering the weekend. While it doesn’t appear as if an agreement will be reached this weekend, the Bengals will try to complete a deal with Harrison this week, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Bengals and former Steelers LB James Harrison will try to complete a deal this week. Harrison more signable than Karlos Dansby at this time.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 14, 2013

At this point, it appears that the Pittsburgh Steelers might not match the offer sheet Emmanuel Sanders signed with the New England Patriots. However, there is at least one reason for the Steelers to bring Sanders back; quarterback Ben Roethlisberger wants them to, according to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports.

Big Ben has been lobbying hard to retain Sanders, calling coach Mike Tomlin and others on the staff urging them to match the $2.5M offer
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) April 12, 2013

The recovery process from the Lisfranc fracture that ended his season is going well for Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew. The running back told NFL.com that he’s “feeling good.”

"I just got back to Jacksonville a couple weeks ago from school, just have been rehabbing every day and getting used to the offseason program," Jones-Drew said in an interview that will air during Thursday's "NFL Total Access." "I'll be back at full speed by probably the end of May, beginning of June, and I just can't wait to get back out there and play. I only had six weeks of football last year, so it's just going to be exciting to get back and be with my teammates."

New York Giants restricted free agent wide receiver Victor Cruz is expected to stay away from the team until he receives his new contract, but that doesn't mean he wants out of the Big Apple. With rapper and entrepreneur Jay-Z's Roc Nation handling Cruz's marketing, the wide receiver has told his agent that he wants to remain in New York, according to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports.

"[Cruz] told his agents not to sign him with another team because he wants to work with Jay-Z," a source told Yahoo!. "There might have been a couple of teams interested, but he didn't want to go anywhere."

As he attempts his comeback to the NFL, it’s been speculated that quarterback JaMarcus Russell could be a fit for the Chicago Bears or Arizona Cardinals. However, both teams don’t appear to be interested in the former first-overall pick.

Free agent Vince Young was among the quarterbacks that worked out for the Oakland Raiders yesterday, and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reporters that he “looked good.”

Interested to hear that Vince Young was among the QBs that worked out for #Raiders yesterday. So did Troy Smith. Heard Vince looked good.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 11, 2013

''Gonna hold off for a few weeks to make sure infection gone before going back in,'' a source close to the situation said.

Bengals have expressed interest in RB Ahmad Bradshaw; a visit could occur in the next week or two.
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) April 10, 2013

The San Diego Chargers recently reached out to inquire about Baltimore Ravens free agent left tackle Bryant McKinnie, according to Michael Gehlken of UT San Diego.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to meet with New York Giants free agent running back Ahmad Bradshaw again prior to the upcoming NFL Draft, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

#Steelers have space to match Sanders' offer. But cap may fill up. Plan to meet with Ahmad Bradshaw again pre-draft. May need $ to sign him
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 10, 2013

The Baltimore Ravens are nearing a deal with former Oakland Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

Former Raiders LB Rolando McClain is nearing deal with Ravens. Two sides scheduled to talk today to see if they iron out unresolved issues.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 10, 2013

The New York Jets chances of trading backup quarterback Tim Tebow have been diminishing since the offseason began. Still, the team continues to hold out hope that they can move Tebow and recoup some value. At this point, there’s no trade “buzz” surrounding the quarterback, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport said Tuesday on "NFL Total Access" there's no buzz connecting Tebow to another team at this time.

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported Monday on "NFL Total Access" that McClain already has received three offers from interested teams, according to a source close to the player. Two additional teams are said to have interest.

The Cincinnati Bengals hosted former Dallas Cowboys running back Felix Jones for a workout on Monday, according to Bryan Broaddus of dallascowboys.com.

If you are interested Felix Jones had a tryout in Cincinnati and Seattle is hunting a backup QB. Leinart Quinn Thigpen all workout today.
— Bryan Broaddus (@BryanBroaddus) April 8, 2013

The Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs free agent right tackle Eric Winston have mutual interest in reaching an agreement, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Hear there's mutual interest between ex-#Chiefs RT Eric Winston and the #Cowboys. Dallas also looked into Tyson Clabo. Still have Doug Free
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 8, 2013

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been the team most tied to New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis, who is reportedly available. However, it didn’t appear the Bucs were willing to surrender their first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft in order to acquire the All-Pro. However, Pro Football Talk is now reporting that Tampa Bay would be willing to ship No. 13 overall to New York in exchange for Revis.

Earlier in the offseason, it appeared that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were on the verge of reaching an agreement that would land them All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis from the New York Jets. However, someone close to Revis told Ian Rapoport of NFL.com that the cornerback is “not optimistic” that a deal will get done with Tampa Bay.

From Total Access: According to someone who spoke to #Jets CB Darrelle Revis recently, he's "not optimistic" a deal with #Bucs gets done.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 5, 2013

This from an NFC scout when asked about the formerly fat mess known as JaMarcus Russell: "I've been following his comeback story pretty closely. I think a lot of teams are. Good chance he gets a second shot."