Athlete contracts
Hyder hopes to build off career season moving to Seattle

By Tim Booth Apr. 08, 2021 06:55 PM EDT
SEATTLE (AP) — The first time Kerry Hyder Jr. had what was considered to be a breakout season it was followed up by an injury that cost him an entire year. ...

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021 file photo, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen throws a pass during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is still debating whether to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, and believes the decision be left to personal choice. Allen shared his views Wednesday, April 7, 2021 during an hour-long interview on The Ringer podcast hosted by Kyle Brandt, when asked about the NFL electing not mandate its players to be vaccinated. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Bills' Allen: vaccine decision should be personal choice

By John Wawrow Apr. 07, 2021 08:03 PM EDT

Ashley Solis, the first woman to file sexual assault claims against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, gives a statement during a news conference, Tuesday, April 6, 2021, in Houston. (Yi-Chin Lee/Houston Chronicle via AP)
Nike suspends sponsorship of Deshaun Watson amid allegations

By The Associated Press Apr. 07, 2021 01:21 PM EDT

Bills agree to sign OG Forrest Lamp to 1-year contract

Apr. 07, 2021 11:48 AM EDT
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills agreed to sign guard Forrest Lamp to a one-year contract on Wednesday in continuing a series of offseason moves to...

Dunlap got needed assurances before returning to Seattle

By Tim Booth Apr. 06, 2021 06:21 PM EDT
SEATTLE (AP) — During his brief separation from the Seahawks in a move to create salary cap space, Carlos Dunlap sought assurances from one player before he...

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (1) warms up during the pro day event, Friday, March 26, 2021 in Provo, Utah. (Alika Jenner via AP)
With Darnold gone, Jets focused on finding next franchise QB

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 06, 2021 05:33 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold warms up before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. The New York Jets traded Darnold Monday, April 5, 2021, to the Carolina Panthers, ending a stint that was marked by a few flashes of brilliance, inconsistent play, and unfortunate injuries. (AP Photo/Stew Milne, File)
See ya Sam: Jets trade Darnold to Panthers for 3 draft picks

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Apr. 05, 2021 04:21 PM EDT

FILE - Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht, left, address the audience with linebackers Lavonte David, center, and Devin White during a celebration of their Super Bowl 55 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Tampa, Fla., in this Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021, file photo. When Jason Licht declared he was going to do everything he could to keep the Tampa Bay Buccaneers together, no one envisioned the process going as smoothly as it has for the Super Bowl champions. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Bucs GM says winning culture helped keep SB roster together

By Fred Goodall Apr. 02, 2021 06:13 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 file photo, Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (74) in the first second half of an NFL football game in Denver. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a contract extension with left tackle Kolton Miller that will keep him locked up through the 2025 season. The deal reached Tuesday, March 30, 2021 was announced by Miller's agents at Octagon Football. The contract includes the 2022 fifth-year option and three additional seasons and is worth $68.7 million.(AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Miller turned rough start to NFL career into big contract

By Josh Dubow Apr. 02, 2021 05:28 PM EDT

Steelers re-sign defensive lineman Tyson Alualu for 2 years

Apr. 01, 2021 04:33 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tyson Alualu is sticking with the Pittsburgh Steelers after all. The veteran defensive lineman signed a two-year contract Thursday that runs...

Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith watches the players during the school's Pro Day football workout on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons re-sign DE Steven Means to 1-year contract

Apr. 01, 2021 04:31 PM EDT

Bills add LB depth by signing Tyrell Adams and Marquel Lee

Mar. 31, 2021 05:17 PM EDT
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills added linebacker depth by signing Tyrell Adams and Marquel Lee to one-year contracts on Wednesday. ...

FILE - Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett smiles after an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Glendale, Ariz., in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. The Seattle Seahawks and veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett have agreed to a four-year contract extension that includes $37 million guaranteed, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, on the condition of anonymity because the extension had not been announced by the team. (AP Photo/Jennifer Stewart, File)
AP Source: Seahawks, Lockett reach 4-year contract extension

By Tim Booth Mar. 31, 2021 01:37 PM EDT

Chargers sign CB Ryan Smith to 1-year contract

Mar. 30, 2021 09:15 PM EDT
COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers have signed cornerback Ryan Smith to a one-year contract. Smith will be going into his...

Titans agree to 1-year deal with safety Matthias Farley

Mar. 30, 2021 05:26 PM EDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with safety Matthias Farley on a one-year contract. The Titans announced...

Bills add OL depth by signing Hart to 1-year deal

Mar. 30, 2021 04:35 PM EDT
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills added experienced starting depth to their offensive line by signing Bobby Hart to a one-year contract on Tuesday. ...

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 file photo, Las Vegas Raiders offensive tackle Kolton Miller (74) in the first second half of an NFL football game in Denver. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a contract extension with left tackle Kolton Miller that will keep him locked up through the 2025 season. The deal reached Tuesday, March 30, 2021 was announced by Miller's agents at Octagon Football. The contract includes the 2022 fifth-year option and three additional seasons and is worth $68.7 million.(AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Raiders agree to extension with LT Kolton Miller

By Josh Dubow Mar. 30, 2021 04:32 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo passes against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football game in Seattle. The San Francisco 49ers have made a big move to grab their quarterback of the future by trading up with Miami for the No. 3 pick in next month's draft. Drafting a quarterback would likely lead to the end of Jimmy Garoppolo's tenure in San Francisco either in a trade this season or after a year if the Niners opt to keep a veteran to help ease the transition for a rookie QB. (AP Photo/Scott Eklund, File)
With blockbuster trade, 49ers go all-in on rookie QB

By Josh Dubow Mar. 29, 2021 05:45 PM EDT

Safety Josh Jones returns to Jacksonville on 1-year deal

Mar. 29, 2021 03:14 PM EDT
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Veteran safety Josh Jones re-signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars on a one-year contract Monday, giving the team another experienced...

Chiefs bolster pass rush with deal for tackle Jarran Reed

Mar. 29, 2021 10:59 AM EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs and defensive tackle Jarran Reed agreed to a $5 million, one-year contract that could be worth up to $7 million...