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FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' team president Mark Murphy speaks about the firing of head coach Mike McCarthy during a press conference at Lambeau field in Green Bay, Wisc. McCarthy says in a new interview that he was “stunned” at the timing of his firing and that his dismissal “couldn’t have been handled any worse.” McCarthy tells ESPN in a story published Wednesday, April 3, 2019, that he knew it might be time for him to go if the Packers missed the playoffs. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Arizona Cardinals at Green Bay Packers 12/2/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2018, file photo, Oakland Raiders cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (36) against the Green Bay Packers during the second half of an NFL preseason football game in Oakland, Calif. Rodgers-Cromartie has come out of a brief retirement to join the Washington Redskins. The team announced an agreement on a contract with Rodgers-Cromartie on Twitter Friday, March 15, 2019. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Green Bay Packers at Oakland Raiders 8/24/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2018, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals outside linebacker Vontaze Burfict walks the field during practice before an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Cincinnati. The Bengals terminated the contract of Burfict on Monday, March 18, 2019, releasing him to free agency. (AP Photo/Frank Victores, File)
Oakland Raiders at Cincinnati Bengals 12/16/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Bashaud Breeland returns an interception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Green Bay, Wis. The Kansas City Chiefs have signed Breeland to a $2 million contract on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, for the upcoming season that could be worth an additional $3 million if incentives are met. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay Packers 12/9/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018, file photo, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawrence (90) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Arlington, Texas. Two people with direct knowledge of the decision say the Cowboys are placing the franchise tag on Lawrence for the second consecutive year. The decision means Lawrence has a one-year offer for a $20.5 million while the sides keep working on a long-term contract. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, March 4, 2019, because the decision has not been announced. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File)
Washington Redskins at Dallas Cowboys 11/22/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

CORRECTS TO 12-YEAR CAREER, NOT 11 - FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2015, file photo, Green Bay Packers fullback John Kuhn celebrates after scoring on a 5-yard run against the Oakland Raiders during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif. The Former Packers fullback announced his retirement Wednesday, March 6, 2019, after a 12-year career. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
Packers-Raiders 12/20/2015

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

CORRECTS TO 12-YEAR CAREER, NOT 11 - FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2016, file photo, Green Bay Packers fullback John Kuhn is stopped on a run during the second half an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Green Bay, Wis. The Former Packers fullback announced his retirement Wednesday, March 6, 2019, after a 12-year career. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Vikings-Packers 1/3/2016

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Miami Dolphins' Danny Amendola runs after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, in Green Bay, Wis. The Detroit Lions signed Danny Amendola, giving them a slot receiver they missed after trading Golden Tate to Philadelphia last season. Detroit made the move Monday, March 11, 2019, to add another former New England Patriot to the organization. Amendola had 59 receptions for 575 yards and one touchdown last season with the Miami Dolphins after playing for New England from 2013-17 and winning two Super Bowls. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Miami Dolphins at Green Bay Packers 11/11/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, in Minneapolis. A complaint has been filed against former Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy, accusing him of verbally confronting referees after a loss for his stepson's high school basketball team. The Pulaski School District confirms it was McCarthy who berated the officials and followed them as they were escorted from a game Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings 11/25/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, with green cap, watches during the second half of an NBA basketball game between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash)
Oklahoma City Thunder at Milwaukee Bucks 4/10/2019

Apr. 10, 2019 10:31 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers speaks to members of the media at Lambeau Field on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis. (Adam Wesley/The Post-Crescent via AP)
Packers have had a soap opera of an offseason

Apr. 10, 2019 06:49 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 9, 2018, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Morgan Burnett stands on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. The Browns intend to sign former Packers and Steelers safety Morgan Burnett and quarterback Garrett Gilbert, who played in the failed Alliance of American Football, a person familiar with the plans told The Associated Press on Friday, April 5, 2019. Burnett, who was released by Pittsburgh earlier this week, could get a multi-year deal with Cleveland, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deals are still pending physicals.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns sign former Steelers S Burnett, ex-AAF QB Gilbert

By Tom Withers Apr. 05, 2019 01:05 PM EDT

Raiders sign free agent wide receiver Ryan Grant

Apr. 03, 2019 05:33 PM EDT
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Free agent wide receiver Ryan Grant has signed with the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders announced the move Wednesday. Grant made a...

FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' team president Mark Murphy speaks about the firing of head coach Mike McCarthy during a press conference at Lambeau field in Green Bay, Wisc. McCarthy says in a new interview that he was “stunned” at the timing of his firing and that his dismissal “couldn’t have been handled any worse.” McCarthy tells ESPN in a story published Wednesday, April 3, 2019, that he knew it might be time for him to go if the Packers missed the playoffs. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
McCarthy: Firing 'couldn't have been handled any worse'

Apr. 03, 2019 04:45 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 18, 2018, file photo, Oakland Raiders tight end Jared Cook (87) makes a catch against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, in Glendale, Ariz. Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says 2018 Pro Bowl tight end Jared Cook has agreed to the terms of a free-agent contract with New Orleans. The 6-foot-5, 254-pound Cook is a 10-year veteran coming off his best season yet. He caught 68 passes for 896 yards and six touchdowns with Oakland last season and was named to the Pro Bowl for the first time.(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Cook makes move to Saints for personal, professional reasons

By Brett Martel Mar. 27, 2019 02:38 PM EDT

Hans Schroeder, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of NFL Media, speaks during the annual NFL football owners meetings, Monday, March 25, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Honoring rivalries: Packers-Bears to open 2019 NFL schedule

By Barry Wilner Mar. 25, 2019 08:56 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Clay Matthews, center, stands with general manager Les Snead, left, and coach Sean McVay at the NLF football team's training complex in Thousand Oaks, Calif., Thursday, March 21, 2019. Matthews agreed to a two-year contract to return to his native Southern California with the Rams after playing for a decade with the Green Bay Packers. (AP Photo/Greg Beacham)
Clay Matthews comes home to Rams, joins veterans who love LA

By Greg Beacham Mar. 21, 2019 08:04 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Clay Matthews sacks Atlanta Falcons' Matt Ryan during the second half of an NFL football game in Green Bay, Wis. Longtime Green Bay linebacker Matthews has agreed to a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams announced the deal Tuesday, March 19, 2019, for Matthews, the former USC star who spent the past decade with the Packers. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
Rams sign longtime Packers LB Clay Matthews to 2-year deal

By Greg Beacham Mar. 19, 2019 10:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Randall Cobb catches a touchdown pass in front of Atlanta Falcons' Sharrod Neasman during the second half of an NFL football game in Green Bay, Wis. The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with free-agent receiver Cobb. He spent the first eight years of his NFL career with the Packers. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps, File)
Cowboys agree to terms on 1-year contract with WR Cobb

Mar. 19, 2019 08:01 PM EDT

49ers sign punter Justin Vogel to 1-year deal

Mar. 19, 2019 07:21 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed punter Justin Vogel to a one-year contract. The 49ers had been seeking a replacement...