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FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020 file photo Denver Broncos general manager John Elway speaks during a news conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. NFL teams are having to rely more heavily on game film of college prospects as they prepare for the draft at a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has halted business as usual. On Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Elway said in a conference call, "We'll just have to conclude the best we can from what we can see on the tape." (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
NFL teams rely on tape with virus altering pre-draft routine

By Arnie Stapleton 3 hrs ago

FLE - In this Feb. 7, 2016, file photo, Denver Broncos' Peyton Manning, left, is sacked by Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game in Santa Clara, Calif. Next Monday, April 6, 2020, the Hall of Fame and the NFL will announce the roster for the 2010-19 All-Decade team. Kuechly is a possible pick at linebacker. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
All-Decade Team a dicey proposition, other than a few stars

By Barry Wilner Mar. 30, 2020 03:43 PM EDT

Steelers sign 3 former XFL players to 1-year deals

Mar. 30, 2020 02:03 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A stint in the XFL has landed three players jobs with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team signed defensive end Dewayne...

Miami Dolphins NFL football player Byron Jones is shown during a Zoom news conference in this photo made in Miami Lakes, Fla., Thursday, March 26, 2020. The Miami Dolphins practiced safe distancing when they introduced eight newly acquired players hunkered down around the country, holding a series of news conferences via Zoom. The technology changed the dynamics of the conversation, and players seemed to like it. (AP Photo/Steve Wine)
Who's Zooming? Dolphins newcomers get virtual introductions

By Steven Wine Mar. 27, 2020 03:28 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 28, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys cornerback Byron Jones (31) breaks up a pass intended for Buffalo Bills wide receiver Robert Foster (16) in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. After months of hoarding resources for rebuilding, the Miami Dolphins finally started spending Monday, March 16, 2020, when they sealed deals with four likely starters in the early hours of free agent negotiations. Miami made Jones the NFL's highest-paid cornerback, surpassing his new teammate, Xavien Howard. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Bonding on hold for free agents acquired by Dolphins

By Steven Wine Mar. 26, 2020 07:24 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Chris Hubbard (74) blocks in the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Cleveland. Hubbard agreed to rework his contract after the team signed free agent Jack Conklin, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday, March 26, 2020. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
AP Source: Browns tackle Hubbard restructures contract

By Tom Withers Mar. 26, 2020 01:54 PM EDT

Jaguars, oft-injured TE Tyler Eifert agree to 2-year deal

By Mark Long Mar. 24, 2020 03:07 PM EDT
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Oft-injured tight end Tyler Eifert and the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to a two-year contract in free agency Tuesday night. ...

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore (20) runs past New York Jets outside linebacker James Burgess (58) during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Jets and Burgess have agreed to terms on a one-year deal, agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)
AP source: Jets re-signing Jordan Jenkins to 1-year deal

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 23, 2020 05:57 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore (20) runs past New York Jets outside linebacker James Burgess (58) during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Jets and Burgess have agreed to terms on a one-year deal, agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)
Jets bringing back LB James Burgess on 1-year deal

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Mar. 23, 2020 05:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake (41) motions after his fourth touchdown of the game during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Glendale, Ariz. Drake's agency said Saturday, March 21, 2020, that he will sign his one-year, $8.5 million tender to stay with the Cardinals. The Cardinals placed the transition tag on Drake earlier this week. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Kenyan Drake staying with Cardinals on one-year deal

By David Brandt Mar. 21, 2020 02:34 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 11, 2020, file photo, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Stefon Diggs (14) catches a touchdown pass in front of San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon (23) during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Santa Clara, Calif. A person with direct knowledge of the move confirms to The Associated Press that the Buffalo Bills have acquired Diggs in a trade with Vikings. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
The Latest: Panthers sign WR/KR Cooper, safety Burris

By The Associated Press Mar. 20, 2020 11:28 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 23, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots free safety Devin McCourty (32) speaks with members of the media following an NFL football practice in Foxborough, Mass. The New England Patriots extended safety Devin McCourty's contract Sunday, March 15, 2020. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Post-Brady Patriots cut costs as free agents depart

By Kyle Hightower Mar. 18, 2020 06:37 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 28, 2019, file photo, Dallas Cowboys cornerback Byron Jones (31) breaks up a pass intended for Buffalo Bills wide receiver Robert Foster (16) in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas. After months of hoarding resources for rebuilding, the Miami Dolphins finally started spending Monday, March 16, 2020, when they sealed deals with four likely starters in the early hours of free agent negotiations. Miami made Jones the NFL's highest-paid cornerback, surpassing his new teammate, Xavien Howard. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Dolphins add up to 7 starters with free agent spending spree

By Steven Wine Mar. 18, 2020 05:46 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 21, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, left, hugs coach Bill Belichick after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, in Foxborough, Mass. Brady is an NFL free agent for the first time in his career. The 42-year-old quarterback with six Super Bowl rings said Tuesday morning, March 17, 2020, that he is leaving the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Free agent deals aren't yet official as NFL year begins

By Arnie Stapleton And Barry Wilner Mar. 18, 2020 03:56 PM EDT

Dolphins make several moves to address needs

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 07:24 PM EDT
MIAMI DOLPHIN (5-11) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: CB Aqib Talib, C/G Evan Boehm, S Walt Aikens, T J'Marcus Webb, DL John Jenkins, TE Clive...

Cap-strapped Vikings could lose several key players

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 06:49 PM EDT
MINNESOTA VIKINGS (11-7) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: DE Everson Griffen, CB Xavier Rhodes, DT Linval Joseph, CB Trae Waynes, CB Mackensie...

FILE - In this Aug. 3, 2017, file photo, New England Patriots' Tom Brady, left, signs autographs for fans at NFL football training camp in Foxborough, Mass. Tom Brady is an NFL free agent for the first time in his career. The 42-year-old quarterback with six Super Bowl rings said Tuesday morning, March 17, 2020, that he is leaving the New England Patriots. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Where will Tom Brady land? Bucs are faves and front-runners

By The Associated Press Mar. 17, 2020 03:31 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 23, 2019, file photo, Washington Redskins offensive tackle Ereck Flowers runs onto the field prior to during an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Landover, Md. Offensive lineman Ereck Flowers has agreed to terms on a $30 million, three-year contract with the Miami Dolphins, Monday, March 16, 2020 .(AP Photo/Mark Tenally, File)
Dolphins sign 4 likely starters, including CB Byron Jones

By Steven Wine Mar. 16, 2020 09:46 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt reacts during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. The Browns opened a unique free agency period by placing a second-round tender on running back Kareem Hunt, who played eight games last season after returning from an NFL suspension. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL bars player and team personnel travel in free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 16, 2020 06:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 19, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans' quarterback Marcus Mariota warms up before the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed on a contract with free agent Mariota to provide an experienced backup behind starter Derek Carr. A person familiar with the deal said Monday, March 16, 2020, the Raiders reached the deal with the former No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 draft. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
The Latest: 49ers safety Jimmie Ward gets 3-yr deal to stay

By The Associated Press Mar. 16, 2020 12:01 PM EDT