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Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) practices with the team during NFL football practice, Aug. 2, 2021, in Houston. Watson's complicated past didn't dissuade the Cleveland Browns from betting on the quarterback's future. He's on Cleveland's roster, and at this point that's the only certainty with the talented yet controversial QB. Watson's stunning trade to the Browns became official Sunday, March 20, 2022 capping a whirlwind few days during in which the three-time Pro Bowler — accused by 22 women of sexual harassment or assault — agreed to come to Cleveland after initially telling the team he wouldn't. (AP Photo/Justin Rex)
Deshaun Watson trade done, Browns defend decision to add QB

By Tom Withers Mar. 20, 2022 12:03 PM EDT

FILE -Cleveland Browns quarterback Case Keenum throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Cleveland. While they wait to welcome Deshaun Watson, the Browns have traded backup quarterback Case Keenum to Buffalo and signed free agent QB Jacoby Brissett, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday, March 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Nick Cammett, File)
AP source: Browns to trade Keenum, sign Brissett as backup

By Tom Withers Mar. 19, 2022 05:13 PM EDT

FILE -Minnesota Vikings tight end Tyler Conklin makes a reception over Arizona Cardinals safety Jalen Thompson (38) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019, in Minneapolis. Tyler Conklin has heard all about the New York Jets' woes at tight end the last several years. C.J. Uzomah has, too. The Jets' two newest additions at the position insist all that chatter — as well as the lack of catches and consistency — ends now.(AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Conklin, Uzomah believe they're answer to Jets' TE question

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 18, 2022 05:16 PM EDT

Raiders sign RB Ameer Abdullah to 1-year deal

Mar. 18, 2022 03:56 PM EDT
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders have signed free agent running back Ameer Abdullah to a one-year deal. The Raiders announced the move on...

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, March 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Lions re-sign OLB Charles Harris and WR Kalif Raymond

Mar. 18, 2022 01:28 PM EDT

FILE - Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams runs during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Detroit Lions on Jan. 9, 2022, in Detroit. The Las Vegas Raiders have traded two draft picks to Green Bay for All-Pro receiver Adams. A person familiar with the move said Thursday, March 17, the Raiders are sending the No. 22 overall pick in April's draft and another draft pick to the Packers to reunited Adams with his college quarterback Derek Carr. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hadn't been announced. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
AP source: Raiders acquiring Davante Adams from Packers

By Josh Dubow Mar. 17, 2022 08:09 PM EDT

RB Raheem Mostert agrees to 1-year deal with Miami Dolphins

Mar. 16, 2022 08:57 PM EDT
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Raheem Mostert agreed to a one-year deal Wednesday with the Miami Dolphins, who continued to add depth to their running back corps. ...

AP source: Chiefs backup QB Chad Henne back on $2M contract

By Dave Skretta Mar. 16, 2022 05:13 PM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to a $2 million contract with quarterback Chad Henne, keeping their longtime backup to Patrick Mahomes in...

FILE - Arizona Cardinals outside linebacker Chandler Jones (55) rushes Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott during the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Jan. 2, 2022. Jones bounced back from an injury-plagued 2020 season to record 10 1/2 sacks in 2021 for his seventh double-digit sack season. Only 12 players have had more seasons with at least 10 sacks and Jones' 107 1/2 for his career lead the NFL since he made his debut in 2012. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman, File)
Raiders overhaul D-line by signing Jones, trading Ngakoue

By Josh Dubow Mar. 16, 2022 01:03 PM EDT

FILE - Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds (2) runs with the ball during an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The Miami Dolphins agreed with Emmanuel Ogbah on a four-year contract and Chase Edmonds on a two-year deal on Monday, March 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Dolphins upgrade offensive line, agree with Connor Williams

By Tim Reynolds Mar. 15, 2022 11:59 AM EDT

FILE - Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores smiles on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, on Nov. 28, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Pittsburgh Steelers hired the former Miami Dolphins coach on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022, to serve as a senior defensive assistant. The hiring comes less than three weeks after Flores sued the NFL and three teams over alleged racist hiring practices following his dismissal by Miami in January. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
Flores: Goodell should ensure case avoids forced arbitration

By Will Graves Mar. 14, 2022 05:05 PM EDT

FILE - Buffalo Bills quarterback Mitchell Trubisky runs with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms on a two-year contract that will give Trubisky a chance to compete for the starting quarterback job following Roethlisberger's retirement in January. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity because the deal was not yet official. Financial details were not disclosed. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
NFL free agency: Let the dealing begin, mostly unofficial

By Barry Wilner Mar. 14, 2022 04:47 PM EDT

FILE - Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds (2) runs with the ball during an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The Miami Dolphins agreed with Emmanuel Ogbah on a four-year contract and Chase Edmonds on a two-year deal on Monday, March 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)
Dolphins bring Bridgewater home, keeping DE Emmanuel Ogbah

By Tim Reynolds Mar. 14, 2022 01:20 PM EDT

FILE - Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores smiles on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, on Nov. 28, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Pittsburgh Steelers hired the former Miami Dolphins coach on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022, to serve as a senior defensive assistant. The hiring comes less than three weeks after Flores sued the NFL and three teams over alleged racist hiring practices following his dismissal by Miami in January. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
Column: National Hypocrisy League shows true colors again

By Paul Newberry Mar. 11, 2022 06:05 PM EST

Dolphins place 2nd-round tender on CB Nik Needham

Mar. 11, 2022 04:08 PM EST
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins said Friday they have placed a second-round tender on cornerback Nik Needham. The deal means Needham will...

FILE - Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Von Miller (40) celebrates their victory against the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl 56 on Feb. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
NFL teams ready to spend even with no franchise QBs around

By Barry Wilner Mar. 11, 2022 11:14 AM EST

Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel speaks to reporters Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins announced the hiring of three former players as part of McDaniel's first coaching staff with the NFL football team. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Dolphins have many millions to spend, many decisions to make

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 01:40 PM EST

FILE - New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick walks on the sidelines before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Patriots spent heavily in free agency last offseason and got great production in return from new additions. It helped get New England back to the playoffs after a one-year absence. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)
Patriots enter free agency eyeing upgrades at LB, WR

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 11:26 AM EST

Chiefs have some key free agents they want to hold on to

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 11:13 AM EST
KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (14-6) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: FS Tyrann Mathieu, DT Jarran Reed, DT Derrick Nnadi, DE Alex Okafor, CB Charvarius Ward, CB Mike...

FILE - Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores talks to the media before an NFL football practice at Baptist Health Training Complex in Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021. Former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores filed a class-action lawsuit against the NFL alleging racist hiring practices. (David Santiago/Miami Herald via AP, File)
Brian Flores wants lawsuit against NFL heard in court

By The Associated Press Mar. 09, 2022 03:02 PM EST