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File-This Dec. 8, 2019, file photo shows Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones catching a pass ahead of Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mike Hughes, right, during the first half of an NFL football game, in Minneapolis. The Vikings have declined the fifth-year contract option for Hughes. The 2018 first-round pick has missed more than half of the games to injuries since he was drafted. Neck trouble that first occurred in 2019 continued last season and limited him to four games.  (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King, File)
Vikings decline 5th-year option on injury-hampered CB Hughes

May. 03, 2021 06:20 PM EDT

File-This Dec. 20, 2020, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer reacting on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, in Minneapolis.  Zimmer was discouraged by the state of his defense and the limited opportunity to improve it this offseason, but a handful of free-agent additions gave him fresh hope. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn, File)
Vikings move down to take Virginia Tech's Christian Darrisaw

By Dave Campbell Apr. 29, 2021 11:26 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Cody Kessler is sacked by Houston Texans linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Two people with knowledge of the deal say the Seattle Seahawks are on the verge of acquiring Clowney from the Texans. Such a move would bolster one of Seattle's biggest needs heading into the season.   The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal is still pending a physical and had not been completed. Seattle reportedly is sending a third-round pick and two players back to Houston. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Texans set to move on from Clowney, get franchise LT Tunsil

By Kristie Rieken Aug. 31, 2019 10:10 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2017, file photo, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Kenny Stills (10) catches a pass in front of Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Carr in the second half of an NFL football game in Baltimore. The Houston Texans continued a busy day of trades by addressing a glaring need to upgrade their offensive line by acquiring left tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Dolphins in a deal which also netted them receiver Kenny Stills, a source familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press.  (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
AP source: Texans get Tunsil, Stills in trade with Dolphins

By Kristie Rieken Aug. 31, 2019 06:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) looks to pass during a preseason NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia. The Titans are paying Mariota $20.9 million, and the No. 2 draft pick overall in 2015 will have to earn his next contract. He has yet to play a full 16-game season in the NFL and missed three starts last season, including the regular season finale with a playoff berth on the line for the winner. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
NFL 2019: Luck's retirement creates opening in AFC South

By Teresa M. Walker Aug. 25, 2019 12:23 AM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard (53) reacts after forcing a turnover during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla. Leonard believes better fundamentals will help him reduce the number of missed tackles, and he hopes to create more turnovers. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
NFL 2019: Luck's leg injury creates opening in AFC South

By Teresa M. Walker Aug. 22, 2019 01:02 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFL 2019: Watson ready to take next step for Texans in 2019

By Kristie Rieken Aug. 22, 2019 12:02 PM EDT

Texans Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Aug. 22, 2019 12:01 PM EDT
HOUSTON TEXANS (11-6) New faces: OTs Tytus Howard and Max Scharping, LT Matt Kalil, S Tashaun Gipson, CBs Briean Boddy-Calhoun, Bradley Roby and Lonnie...

Texans Training Camp Capsule

By The Associated Press Jul. 22, 2019 11:31 AM EDT
HOUSTON TEXANS (11-6) OPEN CAMP: July 25, Houston. LAST YEAR: Used nine-game winning streak to dig out of early hole and become first...

FILE - In this Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019 file photo, Houston Texans general manager Brian Gaine speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Houston Texans have abruptly fired general manager Brian Gaine less than 18 months after he took the job. The team announced the move Friday, June 7, 2019 with a statement from team owner Cal McNair, who said only that “while the timing may be unusual, this decision was made in the best interest of the organization in our quest to build a championship team.” (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Houston Texans abruptly fire GM Brian Gaine

By Kristie Rieken Jun. 07, 2019 05:41 PM EDT

This 2018 photo provided by Ole Miss Athletics shows Greg Little. Little is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.(Joshua McCoy/Ole Miss Athletics via AP)
Panthers draft local QB Will Grier to backup Newton

By Steve Reed Apr. 26, 2019 08:03 PM EDT

FILE - Ijn this Feb. 28, 2019, file photo, NC State offensive lineman Garrett Bradbury participates in a drill during the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Bradbury is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/AJ Mast, File)
Vikings draft NC State center Garrett Bradbury at No. 18

By Dave Campbell Apr. 25, 2019 10:34 PM EDT

FILE - In this March 1, 2019, file photo, Oklahoma offensive lineman Cody Ford runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Ford is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft.(AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
With O-line still in flux, Vikings have clear need in draft

By Dave Campbell Apr. 18, 2019 07:19 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 3, 2018, file photo, Florida offensive lineman Jawaan Taylor (65) sets up to block against Missouri defensive lineman Akial Byers (97) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Gainesville, Fla. Taylor is a possible pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Houston needs to improve offensive line in draft

By Kristie Rieken Apr. 18, 2019 03:16 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers general manager Marty Hurney speaks to the media in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, April 17, 2019, in advance of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Panthers could turn to offensive, defensive line in draft

By Steve Reed Apr. 18, 2019 02:21 PM EDT

Panthers Draft Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2019 11:38 AM EDT
16. CAROLINA (7-9) LAST SEASON: Panthers struggled last season on both sides of ball as defense got old and Cam Newton's shoulder issues limited their...

Texans Draft Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Apr. 18, 2019 11:25 AM EDT
23. HOUSTON TEXANS (11-6) LAST SEASON: Used nine-game winning streak to dig out of early hole and become first team since 1998 to reach playoffs after...

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell carries the ball against the Tennessee Titans in the second half of an NFL football game, in Nashville, Tenn. The Jets have released running back Isaiah Crowell, an expected move after the team agreed to terms early Wednesday morning, March 13, 2019, with Le'Veon Bell.(AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)
The Latest: Jets agree to terms with CB Brian Poole

By The Associated Press Mar. 14, 2019 10:10 PM EDT

Free Agency-Panthers Capsule

By The Associated Press Mar. 11, 2019 05:17 PM EDT
CAROLINA PANTHERS (7-9) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: S Mike Adams, RB Cameron Artis-Payne, RB Kenjon Barner, RB Travaris Cadet, K Chandler Catanzaro, OT...

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