New York Giants
FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. gestures prior to the team's NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in East Rutherford, N.J. Two people familiar with the blockbuster trade say the Cleveland Browns have agreed to acquire Beckham from the Giants. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)
Slow down: Browns GM tempers expectations after Beckham deal

By Tom Withers Mar. 14, 2019 07:43 PM EDT

New Washington Redskins safety Landon Collins smiles during an NFL football press conference, Thursday, March 14, 2019, in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Redskins' Collins glad to put Giants' turmoil behind him

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 14, 2019 05:14 PM EDT

FILE - In this Monday, Dec. 3, 2018, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles' Josh Adams (33) is tackled by Washington Redskins' Zach Brown (53) on fourth down during the first half of an NFL football game, in Philadelphia. On Wednesday, March 13, 2019, the Redskins released linebacker Zach Brown and defensive lineman Stacy McGee as part of a remaking of their defense. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
AP Source: Redskins re-sign Adrian Peterson to 2-year deal

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 13, 2019 10:21 PM EDT

Beckham gone, Giants' turn of fortunes stunning

By Tom Canavan Mar. 13, 2019 09:53 PM EDT
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — What a stunner! After their first season under general manager Dave Gettleman and coach Pat Shurmur, the New York Giants...

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon runs for a touchdown after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots aren’t ready to give up on the possibility of Gordon playing football again in New England. The team extended qualifying offers to the restricted free agent receiver as well as defensive back Jonathan Jones on Wednesday, March 13. Gordon could rejoin New England only if he’s reinstated from his latest suspension for violating an agreement that allowed him to play after multiple drug suspensions. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
Pats trade for Bennett, lose 2 starters to open free agency

By Kyle Hightower Mar. 13, 2019 09:38 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 5, 2019, file photo, New England Patriots Jason, left, and Devin McCourty react to fans during their Super Bowl victory parade in Boston. The Patriots’ twin combination in the secondary will remain intact for another season. A person familiar with the move says cornerback Jason McCourty has agreed to a two-year deal to remain with the Super Bowl champions. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because teams are not permitted to announce any moves until later in the day. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
The Latest: Source: Adrian Peterson to return to Redskins

By The Associated Press Mar. 13, 2019 09:23 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry reacts in the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, in Cleveland. No longer a punching bag, the Browns are punching back.(AP Photo/David Richard, File)
OMG, OBJ: Beckham's arrival makes Browns instant contenders

By Tom Withers Mar. 13, 2019 07:05 PM EDT

Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray prepares to go through drills at the university's Pro Day for NFL scouts in Norman, Okla., Wednesday, March 13, 2019. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams)
Murray doesn't run, but shines as a passer at Pro Day

By Cliff Brunt Mar. 13, 2019 06:26 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Eric Berry (29) pauses during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs began free agency by cutting one of their most popular players in strong safety Eric Berry, who was a dynamic presence when he was healthy but had missed significant time throughout his career. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)
Chiefs release erstwhile star Berry as free agency begins

By Dave Skretta Mar. 13, 2019 05:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 29, 2017, file photo, New York Jets offensive guard James Carpenter gets set at the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at MetLife Stadium in E. Rutherford, N.J. After Matt Ryan agreed to restructure his contract to clear cap space, the Atlanta Falcons spent that money on two new starting guards, Jamon Brown and James Carpenter, to help protect the quarterback. (Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini via AP, File)
Falcons address top need, sign guards Carpenter, Brown

By Charles Odum Mar. 13, 2019 04:48 PM EDT

FILE- In this Jan. 3, 2016, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) reacts after a first down catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, in Cleveland. Brown has caught a lot of criticism for orchestrating his departure from Pittsburgh, and landing a hefty pay raise as part of the deal. Maybe, if the contracts were fully guaranteed, stars such as Brown wouldn't have to go to such lengths to make sure they're compensated fairly. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
What happened to Raiders' and Jets' rebuilding plans?

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2019 01:20 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018 file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell carries the ball against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL divisional football AFC playoff game in Pittsburgh. Defense is the area with the most depth in this year's free agency class, Monday, March 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Giants trade Beckham to Browns, Jets get Bell

By Barry Wilner Mar. 13, 2019 01:09 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, New York Giants' Odell Beckham Jr. celebrates a catch against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. Two people familiar with the blockbuster trade say the Cleveland Browns have agreed to acquire Beckham from the Giants. (AP Photo/Jason E. Miczek, File)
AP Sources: Browns to acquire star receiver Beckham from NY

By Tom Withers Mar. 12, 2019 11:22 PM EDT

FILE - This is a 2018 file photo showing Sheldon Richardson of the Minnesota Vikings NFL football team. A person familiar with the deal says the Cleveland Browns and free agent defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson have agreed to a three-year, $39 million contract. Richardson has played with three other team since 2013 and will receive $21.5 million guaranteed.The person spoke to The Associated Press on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, on the condition of anonymity because NFL rules prohibit teams from announcing signings until 4 p.m. EDT Wednesday. (AP Photo/File) (AP Photo)
The Latest: Titans agree with Cameron Wake on 3-year deal

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2019 11:19 PM EDT

AP Source: Cleveland Browns acquire star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. in trade with New York Giants

Mar. 12, 2019 08:09 PM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — AP Source: Cleveland Browns acquire star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. in trade with New York Giants. ...

FILE - In this Nov. 4, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Breshad Perriman (19) runs after a catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Cleveland. Perriman will re-sign with the Cleveland Browns after a bounce-back season. He was set to hit the free-agent market on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
AP source: Browns beef up line, set to sign DT Richardson

By Tom Withers Mar. 12, 2019 05:59 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 4, 1998, file photo, Green Bay Packers Reggie White moves in on the Tampa Bay defense in the NFC Divisional Playoff game in Green Bay, Wis. The NFL wouldn't be the gigantic force it is in society and sports today without free agency empowering most players with freedom and fortune and endowing most long-suffering franchises and their fans with hope. The first offseason featuring modern free agency was in 1993, and it produced the most significant free agent signing in NFL history: Reggie White (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
NFL At 100: Free agency has been a boon to NFL

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 12, 2019 05:40 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018 file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell carries the ball against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL divisional football AFC playoff game in Pittsburgh. Defense is the area with the most depth in this year's free agency class, Monday, March 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Foles to Jaguars, Collins to Washington, Brown to Oakland

By Barry Wilner Mar. 11, 2019 09:17 PM EDT

AP Source: Chiefs, Mathieu agree to $42M, 3-yr contract

By Dave Skretta Mar. 11, 2019 08:30 PM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to a $42 million, three-year deal with safety Tyrann Mathieu on Monday, continuing what is expected to be an...

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2018, file photo, New York Giants' Landon Collins kneels in the end zone during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in East Rutherford, N.J. A person with knowledge of the move says the Washington Redskins have agreed to sign safety Landon Collins to an $84 million, six-year deal with $45 million guaranteed. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, March 11, 2019 because the deal cannot become official until free agency opens Wednesday. The deal is worth roughly $14 million a season. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
AP Source: Redskins to sign Collins to $84M, 6-year deal

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 11, 2019 06:56 PM EDT