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FILE - Cleveland Browns quarterback Joshua Dobbs throws during pregame of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Detroit. Free agent quarterback Dobbs has agreed to re-sign with the Browns to back up starter Deshaun Watson, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Monday, March 20, 2023. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
QB Joshua Dobbs returning to Browns as Watson's backup

By Tom Withers 18 hrs ago

FILE - Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (13) makes a catch as Denver Broncos cornerback Ronald Darby defends during the second half of an NFL football game on Sept. 18, 2022, in Denver. The Dallas Cowboys acquired receiver Cooks in a trade with the Houston Texans on Sunday, March 19, 2023, adding a speedy veteran to play alongside CeeDee Lamb. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Cowboys acquire WR Cooks from Texans for 2 late-round picks

Mar. 19, 2023 12:25 PM EDT

FILE - Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Trysten Hill celebrates after recovering a fumble by the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Aug. 20, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry added two more defensive pieces, agreeing to contract terms with free agent tackles Hill and Maurice Hurst, a person familiar with Cleveland's moves told The Associated Press on Thursday, March 16. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
AP source: Browns agree to terms with DTs Hill, Hurst

By Tom Withers Mar. 16, 2023 07:56 PM EDT

Cardinals sign LB White, OL Froholdt to 2-year deals

Mar. 15, 2023 09:17 PM EDT
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals announced deals Wednesday with linebacker Kyzir White, offensive lineman Hjalte Froholdt and defensive lineman Kevin Strong...

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs safety Juan Thornhill reacts to the crowd as he comes onto the field for warmups before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. The Cleveland Browns have reached agreement with former Kansas City Chiefs free agent safety Juan Thornhill, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday night, March 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File)
AP source: Browns, safety Thornhill agree to 3-year deal

By Tom Withers Mar. 15, 2023 07:28 PM EDT

FILE -Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) celebrates after handing the ball off to running back Nick Chubb, who scored in overtime of the team's NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Cleveland, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. Jacoby Brissett has agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders on a one-year contract worth $10 million with $8 million guaranteed, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday, March 15, 2023 because the team had not announced the contract.(AP Photo/David Richard, File)
AP source: Commanders signing veteran QB Jacoby Brissett

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 15, 2023 05:49 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns linebacker Sione Takitaki (44) plays during the second half of a NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Baltimore. The Cleveland Browns are bringing back linebacker Sione Takitaki after a strong season cut short by injury, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)
AP source: Browns re-signing LB Takitaki to 1-year contract

By Tom Withers Mar. 14, 2023 06:44 PM EDT

Eric Bieniemy, left, poses with Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera, right, after being introduced as the new offensive coordinator and assistant head coach of the Commanders during an NFL football press conference in Ashburn, Va., Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
AP source: Commanders fire offensive line coach John Matsko

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 14, 2023 04:01 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Oct. 30, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. Garoppolo has agreed to a three-year, $67.5 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal can’t be announced until Wednesday, March 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, File)
Garoppolo heads long list of QBs on move in free agency

By Steve Reed Mar. 13, 2023 11:36 PM EDT

FILE -Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks to pass during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Pittsburgh, Pa. Cleveland general manager Andrew Berry indicated, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, the team may restructure the five-year, $230 million deal it used to entice Watson to agree to a trade from Houston to the Browns one year ago. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko, File)
AP source: Browns restructure Watson deal, get D-line help

By Tom Withers Mar. 13, 2023 09:46 AM EDT

FILE - New England Patriots cornerback Devin McCourty (32) returns a kickoff for a touchdown in front of New York Jets kicker Nick Folk (2) and defensive back Isaiah Trufant (35) in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass., Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012. McCourty is retiring from the NFL, ending a 13-year run with the team that included winning three Super Bowl rings. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia, File)
Jets-Patriots 10/21/2012

Mar. 10, 2023 05:15 PM EST

FILE -Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks to pass during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Pittsburgh. The Houston Texans lost their pick in the fifth round of this year’s draft and must pay a $175,000 fine for a salary cap reporting violation involving Deshaun Watson, the NFL announced Thursday, March 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko, File)
Texans lose 5th-round pick, fined for extra Watson benefit

Mar. 09, 2023 04:32 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, recipient of the NFC Offensive Player of the Year award, talks about his season during an NFL football news conference prior to the annual 101 Awards gala, Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)
Analysis: Daniel Jones' new contract raises standard for QBs

By Rob Maaddi Mar. 08, 2023 02:39 PM EST

Michigan defensive back DJ Turner II runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Friday, March 3, 2023. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Acing combine tests doesn't necessarily foretell NFL stardom

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 06, 2023 06:17 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell, left, and new defensive coordinator Brian Flores, right, speak with reporters during an NFL football news conference, Wednesday, Fe. 15, 2023, inEagan, Minn. (Elizabeth Flores/Star Tribune via AP)
Vikings earn top mark in NFLPA player treatment survey

By Phillip B. Wilson Mar. 01, 2023 03:23 PM EST

FILE -Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) looks to pass during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Pittsburgh, Pa. Cleveland general manager Andrew Berry indicated, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, the team may restructure the five-year, $230 million deal it used to entice Watson to agree to a trade from Houston to the Browns one year ago. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko, File)
Browns could restructure Deshaun Watson's $230M contract

By Tom Withers Feb. 28, 2023 05:44 PM EST

FILE - Cleveland Browns safety John Johnson III (43) is shown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Houston. The Browns plan to release veteran safety John Johnson III, a person familiar with the team's intentions told the Associated Press on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
Browns plan to release veteran safety John Johnson III

By Tom Withers Feb. 28, 2023 11:50 AM EST

FILE - California offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave watches his quarterbacks warm up before an NCAA college football game against Nevada, Sept. 4, 2021, in Berkeley, Calif. Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski continued to overhaul his coaching staff following a 7-10 season on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, hiring Musgrave as a senior offensive advisor and making several other changes. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Nevada at California 9/4/2021

Feb. 27, 2023 06:45 PM EST

FILE - California offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave watches his quarterbacks warm up before an NCAA college football game against Nevada, Sept. 4, 2021, in Berkeley, Calif. Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski continued to overhaul his coaching staff following a 7-10 season on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, hiring Musgrave as a senior offensive advisor and making several other changes. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Browns hire Bill Musgrave as offensive coaching assistant

By Tom Withers Feb. 27, 2023 06:32 PM EST

Cards add Petzing to lead offense, help Murray's comeback

By David Brandt Feb. 23, 2023 05:30 PM EST
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals won't have an ideal quarterback situation next season. That's a big reason why Drew Petzing was hired. ...