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Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera speaks during the NFC head coaches availability at the NFL football meetings, Tuesday, March 28, 2023, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)
No replay booth reviews for roughing the passer in NFL games

By David Brandt 4 hrs ago

Kentucky quarterback Will Levis stretches at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Saturday, March 4, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Will Levis set for pro day, another chance to impress scouts

By Rob Maaddi Mar. 23, 2023 02:34 PM EDT

Raiders sign TE Austin Hooper, CB David Long Jr.

By Mark Anderson Mar. 22, 2023 03:57 PM EDT
HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — The Las Vegas Raiders might have found their replacement for Darren Waller, signing tight end Austin Hooper on Wednesday. Las...

Cowboys bring back DE Fowler, add depth with free agents

Mar. 21, 2023 07:04 PM EDT
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys are bringing back defensive end Dante Fowler and running back Rico Dowdle while adding two outside free agents for depth in...

Falcons add more size by signing WR Hollins to 1-year deal

Mar. 21, 2023 05:54 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons have signed wide receiver Mack Hollins to a $2.5 million, one-year deal, giving the team another big option. ...

Falcons address CB by signing Hughes, re-signing Armstrong

Mar. 20, 2023 08:02 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons bolstered their group of cornerbacks on Monday by signing Mike Hughes to a two-year deal and re-signing Cornell...

Packers re-sign defensive backs Rudy Ford, Corey Ballentine

Mar. 20, 2023 05:23 PM EDT
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers have re-signed safety Rudy Ford and cornerback Corey Ballentine. Both signings were announced Monday....

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder waves to fans before the the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Hampton, Ga. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
NASCAR Cup Series at Atlanta

Mar. 19, 2023 07:55 PM EDT

FILE - Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) runs the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Atlanta. The Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Marcus Mariota have agreed on a one-year, $5 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Friday, March 17, 2023. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
AP source: Eagles, QB Marcus Mariota agree on 1-year deal

By Rob Maaddi Mar. 17, 2023 11:49 AM EDT

49ers sign CB Isaiah Oliver to 2-year contract

Mar. 16, 2023 07:50 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed cornerback Isaiah Oliver to a two-year contract. The Niners also re-signed linebacker...

FILE - Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks Marcus Mariota (1) and Desmond Ridder (4) prepare before a preseason NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022. The Atlanta Falcons released quarterback Marcus Mariota on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in a move that was expected after the veteran was benched late in the 2022 season.The Falcons were 5-8 with Mariota as the starter before rookie Desmond Ridder started the final four games, winning two. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, FILE)
Heinicke says he signed with Falcons to be Ridder's backup

By Charles Odum Mar. 16, 2023 05:42 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

Pratt said he stayed in Cincy because he wants to win

Mar. 14, 2023 07:50 PM EDT
CINCINNATI (AP) — Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt said he wanted to stay in Cincinnati because he sees the Bengals continuing to win with Joe Burrow as quarterback...

FILE - Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan stands near the sideline during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Dec. 17, 2022, in Minneapolis. The Colts will release 37-year-old Ryan in a cost-cutting move. Cutting ties with Ryan before Wednesday means Indy clears about $17.2 million under the salary cap and opens free agency with roughly $30 million in cap space. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)
AP source: Colts planning to release Matt Ryan in cap move

By Michael Marot Mar. 14, 2023 06:56 PM EDT

FILE - Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks Marcus Mariota (1) and Desmond Ridder (4) prepare before a preseason NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Friday, Aug. 12, 2022. The Atlanta Falcons released quarterback Marcus Mariota on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in a move that was expected after the veteran was benched late in the 2022 season.The Falcons were 5-8 with Mariota as the starter before rookie Desmond Ridder started the final four games, winning two. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, FILE)
AP source: QB Heinicke returning home to sign with Falcons

By Paul Newberry Mar. 14, 2023 12:20 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

AP sources: Falcons to sign Jessie Bates, get Jonnu Smith

By Rob Maaddi Mar. 13, 2023 06:25 PM EDT
The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a four-year, $64 million contract with safety Jessie Bates, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press. ...

Falcons sign guard Chris Lindstrom to 5-year extension

Mar. 13, 2023 01:01 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons announced Monday that Pro Bowler Chris Lindstrom has signed a five-year contract extension, reportedly making him the...

FILE - Atlanta Falcons linebacker Lorenzo Carter (9) in action during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Baltimore. Outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter, who was second on the team with four sacks in 2022, will remain with the Atlanta Falcons on a two-year deal announced by the team on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)
Falcons re-sign outside linebacker Carter to 2-year deal

Mar. 07, 2023 11:57 AM EST

FILE - Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The NFL reinstated suspended receiver Calvin Ridley on Monday, March 6, 2023, clearing the way for him to join his new team in Jacksonville. The league said Ridley, who had been suspended indefinitely since March 2022 for violating the NFL’s gambling policy, is eligible to participate in all team activities beginning immediately. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
NFL reinstates Jaguars WR Ridley after gambling suspension

By Mark Long Mar. 06, 2023 02:39 PM EST