NFL Pro Bowl
FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2018, file photo, Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas runs against the Oakland Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game in Denver. Five-time Pro Bowl receiver Thomas announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday, June 28, 2021, following a decade-long career. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey, File)
Demaryius Thomas retires from NFL after 10-year career

By Arnie Stapleton Jun. 28, 2021 05:05 PM EDT

Steelers cut 6-time Pro Bowl guard DeCastro in surprise move

Jun. 24, 2021 04:57 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday released six-time Pro Bowl guard David DeCastro in a surprise move. The 31-year-old...

FILE - Detroit Lions offensive lineman Frank Ragnow talks after an NFL football practice in Allen Park, Mich., in this Monday, June 11, 2018, file photo.The Detroit Lions have signed Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow to a $54 million, four-year extension that keeps him under contract through the 2026 season. The team announced the deal Friday, May 7, 2021, investing in one of the franchise’s building blocks under general manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Lions sign Pro Bowl center Frank Ragnow through 2026 season

By Larry Lage May. 07, 2021 12:42 PM EDT

Lions exercise 5th-year option on center Frank Ragnow

Apr. 28, 2021 05:40 PM EDT
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions exercised the fifth-year contract option on Pro Bowl offensive lineman Frank Ragnow. The team...

FILE - In this Sept. 24, 1989, file photo, Tony Mandarich backs off the line during the second quarter at Anaheim stadium as the Green Bay Packers played the Los Angeles Rams in an NFL football game. Considered one of best offensive line prospects in history, lasted only three seasons in Green Bay. (AP photo/Alan Greth, File)
The famous and the flops: best and worst NFL 1st-round picks

By The Associated Press Apr. 24, 2021 12:19 PM EDT

File-This Jan. 16, 2021, file photo shows Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones (33) being chased down by Los Angeles Rams' Jordan Fuller (32) and Rams' Darious Williams during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Green Bay, Wis. The Pro Bowl running back, Jones has agreed to a new deal with the Green Bay Packers and won’t be exploring free agency. Drew Rosenhaus, Jones’ agent, confirmed that his client had agreed on a four-year deal worth $48 million that includes a $13 million signing bonus. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Mother knows best: Jones savors chance to stay in Green Bay

By Steve Megargee Mar. 26, 2021 04:50 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) plays during an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team in Glendale, Ariz., in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. The 49ers locked up their biggest potential free agent for the long term by agreeing to give star left tackle Trent Williams the richest contract ever for an offensive lineman. Williams' agents at Elite Loyalty Sports say the deal agreed to early Wednesday morning, March 17, 2021, will pay Williams $138.1 million over the next six years, surpassing the $138 million deal David Bakhtiari got from during last season. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Free agency gave 49ers' Williams money, happiness

By Josh Dubow Mar. 24, 2021 02:28 AM EDT

FILE - Green Bay Packers' Kevin King runs back a fumble in front of Carolina Panthers' D.J. Moore during the first half of an NFL football game in Green Bay, Wisc., in this Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, file photo. King is staying with the Green Bay Packers after agreeing to a one-year deal worth $6 million. King’s agent, Chad Speck, confirmed the agreement on Tuesday, Mar\ch 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
CB Kevin King agrees to deal keeping him in Green Bay

By Steve Megargee Mar. 23, 2021 11:59 AM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 22, 2020, file photo, Detroit Lions cornerback Desmond Trufant (23) pursues a play during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte, N.C. The Chicago Bears signed veteran cornerback Desmond Trufant to a one-year contract Saturday, March 20, 2021, to replace former All-Pro Kyle Fuller. (AP Photo/Brian Westerholt, File)
Bears sign CB Trufant to 1-year contract to replace Fuller

By Andrew Seligman Mar. 20, 2021 01:14 PM EDT

AP source: Seahawks expected to retain center Ethan Pocic

By Tim Booth Mar. 18, 2021 09:12 PM EDT
The Seattle Seahawks continue to focus on the offensive line and are expected to bring back starting center Ethan Pocic on a one-year deal, according to a...

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020 file photo, Atlanta Falcons center Alex Mack (51) works during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints in Atlanta. Former Pro Bowl center Alex Mack is reuniting with coach Kyle Shanahan after signing a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers announced the three-year deal with Mack on Thursday, March 18, 2021 one day after agreeing to give left tackle Trent Williams a $138.1 million, six-year deal to remain in San Francisco.(AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
49ers sign 6-time Pro Bowl C Alex Mack to 3-year deal

By Josh Dubow Mar. 18, 2021 08:19 PM EDT

File-This Jan. 16, 2021, file photo shows Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones (33) being chased down by Los Angeles Rams' Jordan Fuller (32) and Rams' Darious Williams during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Green Bay, Wis. The Pro Bowl running back, Jones has agreed to a new deal with the Green Bay Packers and won’t be exploring free agency. Drew Rosenhaus, Jones’ agent, confirmed that his client had agreed on a four-year deal worth $48 million that includes a $13 million signing bonus. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke, File)
Aaron Jones staying with Packers on 4-year, $48 million deal

By Steve Megargee Mar. 14, 2021 06:13 PM EDT

Packers need help at cornerback going into free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 05:55 PM EST
GREEN BAY PACKERS (14-4) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: DE Montravius Adams, WR/KR Tavon Austin, LB James Burgess, RB/KR Tyler Ervin, DT Damon ...

Four-time Pro Bowl guard Iupati retires after 11 seasons

By The Associated Press Feb. 22, 2021 07:57 PM EST
Four-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman Mike Iupati says he’s retiring after 11 seasons in the NFL with three NFC West teams. ...

FILE - In this June 14, 2016, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Vincent Jackson (83) attends drills at an NFL football minicamp in Tampa, Fla. Florida authorities are looking into the death of former Buccaneers player Jackson, who was found dead Monday, Feb. 15, 2021, at a Florida hotel room. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)
Former NFL receiver Vincent Jackson found dead in hotel room

Feb. 15, 2021 05:31 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey, right, and his brother, Los Angeles Chargers center Mike Pouncey pose after playing against each other in an NFL football game in Pittsburgh. The twin brothers announced their retirement from professional football on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Twin brothers Mike and Maurkice Pouncey retire from NFL

By Will Graves Feb. 12, 2021 12:31 PM EST

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By The Associated Press Feb. 04, 2021 01:14 PM EST
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Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey (20) and free safety John Johnson III, bottom, defend a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Packers' Adams finally gets to face off with LA's Ramsey

By Steve Megargee Jan. 14, 2021 07:14 PM EST

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari (69) plays during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov 29. 2020, against the Chicago Bears in Green Bay, Wis. Bakhtiari will miss the rest of the season after the three-time Pro Bowl selection injured his knee in practice Thursday. Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the severity of the injury Friday, Jan. 1, 2021. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
Packers won't have Pro Bowl OT Bakhtiari for rest of season

By Steve Megargee Jan. 01, 2021 03:53 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 20, 2020, file photo, New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley is helped off the field after being injured during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Barkley's season lasted just six quarters as he tore the ACL in his right knee against Chicago and had the meniscus repaired, too. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski, File)
Sidelined stars fill out roster for NFL's All-Absent Team

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 30, 2020 02:36 AM EST