Running backs losing their first-round luster Last April, Alabama's Mark Ingram was the only running back taken in the first round, at pick No. 28. What's the reason for that, and will it happen again this year? Read More
Free-agent scouting report: Bears RB Matt Forte The Bears have indicated that they will do whatever it takes to keep RB Matt Forté in the fold, even if it means applying the franchise tag. Read More
The First Fifteen: Scouting Combine edition With 327 NFL hopefuls who will make the trip to Indy, we take a look at the story lines you'll want to follow throughout the Scouting Combine. Read More
Free-agent scouting report: Texans OLB Mario Williams OLB Mario Williams is one of the most talented pass rushers in the NFL, but can the Texans afford to keep him? Read More
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Finley agrees to deal with Packers
Jermichael Finley is staying in Green Bay for two more years, keeping him off the free-agent market and raising the possibility the Packers will use the franchise tag on another player.
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Agent: Abraham likely to test market
Falcons DE John Abraham is likely to hit the free-agent market, according to his agent, Rich Rosa.
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Trial date set in lawsuit by ex-players vs. NFL Films
A Dec. 15 trial date has been set in a lawsuit filed by former players against NFL Films for using their names and images in films and promotions.
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Bills, McGee restructure deal
The Bills and CB Terrence McGee agreed on Wednesday to a restructured contract. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Patriots release linemen
The Patriots have released OG Rich Ohrnberger and DL Mike Wright, the team announced Wednesday.
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Bengals hire ex-OL coach as consultant
The Bengals have hired former offensive line coach Jim McNally as a consultant. He will work with OL coach Paul Alexander.
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Rams reach deal to play in London in 2012
The Rams have settled a lease dispute with the St. Louis Convention and Visitors Bureau, allowing them to play a "home" game in London next season.
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DUI charge against Ward dropped
DUI charges were dropped Wednesday against Steelers WR Hines Ward after he agreed to a plea agreement that involves probation, community service and a fine.
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NFLCA hires Cornwell as executive director
The NFL Coaches Association announced that it has hired sports attorney David Cornwell as its executive director.
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Tom Martinez, Brady's QB coach and mentor, passes away
Tom Martinez, the personal quarterback coach and mentor for Tom Brady, passed away on Tuesday night in California.
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Quinn says he's sorry for Tebow comments
Brady Quinn is apologizing to Tim Tebow for unflattering comments Quinn made about the Denver Broncos' starting quarterback in a GQ article.
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Bucs add TE Coffman
The Buccaneers have signed TE Chase Coffman, who was on Cincinnati's practice squad last season.
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Seahawks determined to re-sign Bryant
While free-agent RB Marshawn Lynch is certainly a keeper, Seattle will also go out of its way to bring back DE Red Bryant, according to NFC Whispers.
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Wayne could replace Jackson in San Diego
If the Chargers don't re-sign free-agent WR Vincent Jackson, they may pursue Colts free agent Reggie Wayne, according to AFC Whispers.
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Ravens' RB depth less experienced without Williams
The retirement of Ricky Williams leaves the Ravens lacking in veteran depth at running back behind Ray Rice.
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Chargers hopeful to keep NT Garay
The Chargers are hopeful they can re-sign NT Antonio Garay, while also finding a backup to provide depth at the position.
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Patriots look to change luck in drafting WRs
Wes Welker had a tremendous season, but the Patriots still have a void at receiver, mainly on the outside, and they are expected to address it in the draft.
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49ers made right move committing to McDonald
While the 49ers were praised more for their additions last offseason via the draft and free agency, as key a move as any was the decision to re-sign DE Ray McDonald.
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Bears' McCaskey says roster decisions 'firmly' in GM's hands
PFW caught up with Bears chairman George McCaskey Wednesday at Halas Hall after a forum on health and safety for high school coaches and players concluded.
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Titans CB Campbell could play larger role
With CB Cortland Finnegan expected to walk, the Titans could have a void to fill at corner. Second-year player Tommie Campbell is a guy to keep an eye on, we hear.
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Pressure is on current Jags pass catchers
With several wide receivers expected to be added this offseason, the heat will be on the current Jaguars WR corps to produce or else.
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Seahawks have big plans for OT Giacomini
There's a lot more than meets the eye behind the re-signing of OT Breno Giacomini, who inked a two-year deal that could be worth up to $7 million, including incentives.
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Giants must make decisions on WR Manningham, CB Ross, others
The Giants are going to have some tough decisions to make regarding some of their unsigned free agents this spring.
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Insider: Manning-Manningham play zapped Patriots' energy
An NFL insider says that Eli Manning's throw and Mario Manningham's great catch in Super Bowl XLVI is an example of the kind of momentum-changing plays that Manning regularly makes.
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Running backs losing their first-round luster
Last April, Alabama's Mark Ingram was the only running back taken in the first round, at pick No. 28. What's the reason for that, and will it happen again this year?
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The First Fifteen: Scouting Combine edition
With 327 NFL hopefuls who will make the trip to Indy, we take a look at the story lines you'll want to follow throughout the Scouting Combine.
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NFC West catchphrase: Show me the WRs
All four NFC West teams need to upgrade at WR, and there are several talented UFAs who could help, including the Saints' Marques Colston.
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Falcons had right idea in trading for Jones
The Falcons' bold gamble for Julio Jones doesn't look so unwise now, writes PFW's Mike Wilkening.
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Offseason of the backup QB
After the Colts' disastrous season, teams might put an added focus on having a reliable backup QB. And one backup, Matt Flynn, is about to get paid to be a starter.
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Linemen top candidates for Hall's Class of 2013
In "NFList" we rank first-time-eligible players who'll be considered for next year's Hall of Fame induction, and linemen lead the way.
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Patriots could make run at Texans' Williams
Coming off a close loss in Super Bowl XLVI, the Patriots might shock people by being big players in the free-agent market.
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Rozelle nixed Nixon bid on TV blackouts
The NFL, which is trying to maintain its TV blackout policy, missed a chance 40 years ago to preserve an even more restrictive policy.
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Can Schaub be super for Texans?
Arthur Arkush says how QB Matt Schaub handles the pressure will go a long way toward determining the Texans' chances of contending for a Super Bowl.
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Hall of Fame probability of active players
Mike Beacom analyzes the Hall of Fame chances for 100 current players, including Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning.
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The top 10 stories in 2011
Pro Football Weekly takes a look back at the 10 stories that stood out the most in an action-packed 2011 campaign that kicked off with a new CBA ensuring 10 years of labor peace.
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Indy impressive as Super Bowl host
PFW publisher Hub Arkush says that "super" is the best way to describe Indianapolis' effort in putting on its first Super Bowl.
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Report: Griffin's pro day moved up one day
Baylor QB Robert Griffin III's pro-day workout has been moved to March 21, one day before Stanford's Andrew Luck, ESPN reported Monday.
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Making football a full-time job
Making the transition from playing college football and attending classes to focusing solely on pro football is a challenge for those such as USC OT Matt Kalil, a top-10 draft prospect.
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League will allow 250 fans to watch Combine
Following the success the NFL had in allowing fans into Indianapolis' Lucas Oil Stadium to watch Super Bowl Media Day, the league is experimenting in doing the same next week at the Scouting Combine.
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DeCastro, Martin boast more than just smarts
OG David DeCastro and OT Jonathan Martin hope to prove that a Stanford-NFL pipeline is possible for future offensive linemen at the school.
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Blackmon ready to bring big-play ability to NFL
Oklahoma State WR Justin Blackmon, who consistently made big plays at the collegiate level, has what it takes to do the same in the NFL.
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Barron to miss Scouting Combine
Alabama S Mark Barron, one of the top prospects in the 2012 NFL draft, will miss the Scouting Combine next week in Indianapolis after undergoing double hernia surgery.
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League releases official Combine participant list
The NFL released the list of players who will be attending the NFL Scouting Combine later this month in Indianapolis.
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Report: Alabama CB Kirkpatrick cleared of marijuana charges
Marijuana possession charges against former Alabama CB Dre Kirkpatrick have been dismissed, according to Liz Mullen of SportsBusiness Journal.
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Super Bowl players agree on LSU, Alabama pro prospects
Players from the Giants and Patriots rave about the NFL futures of Morris Claiborne and Trent Richardson.
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Cincinnati's Pead shines in North's complete Senior Bowl win
Big plays in all three phases of the game propelled the North to a 23-13 victory in the 2012 Senior Bowl.
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Jenkins can be shutdown corner
Nolan Nawrocki says North Alabama's Janoris Jenkins is a cocky shutdown CB who can be a standout pro if he remains focused and healthy on the field and out of trouble off it.
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At Senior Bowl, all eyes looking for hints of brilliance
PFW's Mike Wilkening reflects on the meaning of the Senior Bowl, where everyone hopes to see a glimpse of the NFL's stars of tomorrow.
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Giants' fantasy questions for the offseason
Heading into the offseason, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Giants.
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Saints' fantasy questions for the offseason
With the offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Saints.
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Patriots' fantasy questions for the offseason
Where will RB Benjarvus Green-Ellis be playing next season? That's one of several fantasy questions surrounding the Patriots this offseason.
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Vikings' fantasy questions for the offseason
With the offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Vikings.
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Dolphins' fantasy questions for the offseason
With the offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Dolphins.
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Chiefs' fantasy questions for the offseason
With the offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Chiefs.
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Jaguars' fantasy questions for the offseason
As the offseason gets under way, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Jaguars.
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Colts' fantasy questions for the offseason
With offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have a number of questions about the Colts.
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Texans' fantasy questions for the offseason
As the offseason gets under way, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Texans.
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Packers' fantasy questions for the offseason
With the offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Packers.
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Ravens' fantasy questions for the offseason
With the offseason upon us, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Ravens.
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Lions' fantasy questions for the offseason
As we head into the offseason, fantasy football owners have some questions about the Lions.
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Finley agrees to deal with Packers
Jermichael Finley is staying in Green Bay for two more years, keeping him off the free-agent market and raising the possibility the Packers will use the franchise tag on another player.
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Free-agent scouting report: Jets NT Sione Pouha
NT Sione Pouha is coming off his best season and is likely the Jets' top priority. But how much will they pay for Pouha, who is 33 years old?
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Free-agent scouting report: Bears RB Matt Forte
The Bears have indicated that they will do whatever it takes to keep RB Matt Forté in the fold, even if it means applying the franchise tag.
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Nicks seeks to be highest-paid guard
Saints OG Carl Nicks says his goal for his upcoming free agency is to be the highest-paid player at his position.
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Free-agent scouting report: Texans OLB Mario Williams
OLB Mario Williams is one of the most talented pass rushers in the NFL, but can the Texans afford to keep him?
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2012 free agents by team
Here are the players who are expected to become free agents on March 14 if they are not re-signed before then, listed by team.
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2012 free agents by position
Here are the players who are expected to become free agents on March 14 if they are not re-signed before then, listed by position.
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Free-agent scouting report: Packers QB Matt Flynn
Considering that he's a relatively unknown commodity, Matt Flynn is likely to entice a megabucks contract from some team in free agency.
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Free-agent scouting report: Eagles WR DeSean Jackson
Indications out of Philadelphia are that the Eagles want to bring WR DeSean Jackson back, but could he be available for the right price?
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Free-agent scouting report: Ravens RB Ray Rice
Will the Ravens give RB Ray Rice the franchise tag, or can they ink him to a longer-term deal?
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Free-agent scouting report: Patriots WR Wes Welker
Wes Welker is expected to stay in New England, where his value is at its highest coming off a career year.
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Free-agent scouting report: Saints QB Drew Brees
Drew Brees and the Saints have been repeating it over and over again — both sides expect him to be with the Saints in 2012 and beyond.
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