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FILE - In this March 3, 2019, file photo, Michigan defensive lineman Rashan Gary runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, in Indianapolis. Gary is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Packers take Gary at No. 12, trade up for Savage at No. 21

Apr. 25, 2019 10:01 PM EDT

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after the Oakland Raiders selected Jacobs in the first round at the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Raiders take Clemson DE Clelin Ferrell 4th overall

By Josh Dubow Apr. 25, 2019 09:01 PM EDT

Cowboys pick up 5th-year option on Ezekiel Elliott contract

Apr. 24, 2019 01:19 PM EDT
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys have picked up the fifth-year option on Ezekiel Elliott's rookie contract, keeping the star running back with the club at...

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Das Prescott stands and waves his rally towels as he and running back Zeke Elliott, sitting right, watch in the third period of Game 6 in an NHL hockey first-round playoff series between the Dallas Stars and the Nashville Predators in Dallas, Monday, April 22, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Nashville Predators at Dallas Stars 4/22/2019

Apr. 22, 2019 11:24 PM EDT

Falcons sign 6-year veteran safety J.J. Wilcox

Apr. 22, 2019 05:48 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Safety J.J. Wilcox, who started 35 games in four seasons with the Dallas Cowboys, has signed a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons. ...

FILE - In this Oct. 6, 2018, file photo, Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws a pass against Texas during the first half of an NCAA college football game at the Cotton Bowl, in Dallas. Murray is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Cooper Neill, File)
Defense order of the day for 1st round of NFL draft

By Barry Wilner Apr. 22, 2019 05:12 PM EDT

NFL Draft: Top offensive players available by position

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 20, 2019 01:00 PM EDT
Some of the top offensive players, by position, available in the NFL draft, which takes place April 25-27 in Nashville, Tennessee (x-indicates early entrant to draft...

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Stephen Jones, Dallas Cowboys executive vice president of personnel, greets fans before an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md. Even after the two biggest offseason moves for owner/general manager Jerry Jones and company, defensive line remains a high priority in the draft. “We think it’s probably the deepest position in this draft,” said executive vice president of personnel Stephen Jones, Jerry’s oldest son. “We think it’s deeper than it’s been in many years.” (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Cowboys' focus on defensive line could persist through draft

By Schuyler Dixon Apr. 18, 2019 03:18 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 6, 2018, file photo, Alabama offensive lineman Jonah Williams sets up to block against Arkansas in the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Fayetteville, Ark. Williams is a possible in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)
Pack might need to shift draft priority for help on offense

By Dave Campbell Apr. 18, 2019 02:51 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2018, file photo, Kentucky linebacker Josh Allen (41) rushes against South Carolina during the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Lexington, Ky. Allen is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Bryan Woolston, File)
Raiders have 3 1st-rounders in GM Mike Mayock's 1st draft

By Josh Dubow Apr. 18, 2019 01:50 PM EDT

Cowboys Draft Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2019 11:35 AM EDT
DALLAS (11-7) LAST SEASON: Cowboys beat Seattle for just third playoff win since last Super Bowl title (1995 season) after second NFC East crown in...

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Stephen Jones, Dallas Cowboys executive vice president of personnel, greets fans before an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md. Even after the two biggest offseason moves for owner/general manager Jerry Jones and company, defensive line remains a high priority in the draft. “We think it’s probably the deepest position in this draft,” said executive vice president of personnel Stephen Jones, Jerry’s oldest son. “We think it’s deeper than it’s been in many years.” (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Dallas Cowboys at Washington Redskins 10/21/2018

Apr. 18, 2019 10:05 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 2, 2011, file photo, former Green Bay Packers player and Hall of Famer Forrest Gregg is introduced at halftime of the Packers game against the Denver Broncos at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisc. The Pro Football Hall of Fame says Green Bay Packers great Forrest Gregg has died. He was 85. The Hall did not disclose details about his death in its statement Friday, April 12, 2019. (Corey Wilson/The Green Bay Press-Gazette via AP, File)
Forrest Gregg, lineman for mighty Packers teams, dies at 85

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 12, 2019 10:24 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings defensive back George Iloka is shown on the sideline after an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, in Minneapolis. The Dallas Cowboys have signed safety George Iloka, adding experience at a position that was a high priority going into the offseason.(AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Arizona Cardinals at Minnesota Vikings 10/14/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2018, file photo, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) is pressured by Miami Dolphins defensive end Robert Quinn (94) during the second half of an NFL football game in Houston. The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to acquire defensive end Robert Quinn from the Dolphins for a sixth-round draft pick on Thursday, March 28, 2019, in a trade that would bolster the Dallas pass rush while the club works on a long-term contract for DeMarcus Lawrence. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)
Miami Dolphins at Houston Texans 10/25/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' team president Mark Murphy speaks about the firing of head coach Mike McCarthy during a press conference at Lambeau field in Green Bay, Wisc. McCarthy says in a new interview that he was “stunned” at the timing of his firing and that his dismissal “couldn’t have been handled any worse.” McCarthy tells ESPN in a story published Wednesday, April 3, 2019, that he knew it might be time for him to go if the Packers missed the playoffs. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
Arizona Cardinals at Green Bay Packers 12/2/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2018, file photo, Oakland Raiders cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (36) against the Green Bay Packers during the second half of an NFL preseason football game in Oakland, Calif. Rodgers-Cromartie has come out of a brief retirement to join the Washington Redskins. The team announced an agreement on a contract with Rodgers-Cromartie on Twitter Friday, March 15, 2019. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron, File)
Green Bay Packers at Oakland Raiders 8/24/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2018, file photo, Cincinnati Bengals outside linebacker Vontaze Burfict walks the field during practice before an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders in Cincinnati. The Bengals terminated the contract of Burfict on Monday, March 18, 2019, releasing him to free agency. (AP Photo/Frank Victores, File)
Oakland Raiders at Cincinnati Bengals 12/16/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers' Bashaud Breeland returns an interception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Green Bay, Wis. The Kansas City Chiefs have signed Breeland to a $2 million contract on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, for the upcoming season that could be worth an additional $3 million if incentives are met. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer, File)
Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay Packers 12/9/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:55 AM EDT

FILE - In this Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018, file photo, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawrence (90) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Arlington, Texas. Two people with direct knowledge of the decision say the Cowboys are placing the franchise tag on Lawrence for the second consecutive year. The decision means Lawrence has a one-year offer for a $20.5 million while the sides keep working on a long-term contract. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, March 4, 2019, because the decision has not been announced. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins, File)
Washington Redskins at Dallas Cowboys 11/22/2018

Apr. 11, 2019 08:52 AM EDT