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FILE - In this Jan. 3, 2021, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold rolls out to pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. The Jets will get back on the rookie quarterback roller coaster three years after trading up to take Darnold with the third pick. With New York holding the second selection in a quarterback-heavy draft, general manager Joe Douglas dealt Darnold to Carolina and now has his eyes on another potential franchise QB. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
NFL teams drafting, changing QBs at dizzying pace

By Josh Dubow Apr. 16, 2021 12:38 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold warms up before the 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/Charles Krupa, File)
QB Sam Darnold excited to be where he's 'wanted' in Carolina

By Steve Reed Apr. 12, 2021 04:03 PM EDT

FILE - Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (25) warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cincinnati, in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. The Bengals continued to part with veterans when they released running back Giovani Bernard on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Bernard, a free agent, played his entire eight-year NFL career in Cincinnati and established himself as a reliable blocking back and receiver.(AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)
Bengals show another veteran the door, release RB Bernard

By Mitch Stacy Apr. 07, 2021 11:01 AM 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 - 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

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)
49ers trade up to acquire No. 3 pick from Dolphins

By Josh Dubow Mar. 26, 2021 02:04 PM EDT

Seahawks bring back Dunlap, add Hyder to boost pass rush

By Tim Booth Mar. 25, 2021 06:04 PM EDT
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Less than three weeks after being released in a salary cap move, Carlos Dunlap is returning to the Seattle Seahawks on a two-year deal. ...

FILE - Then-Tennessee Titans cornerback Malcolm Butler (21) defends against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game in Houston, in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. The Arizona Cardinals added cornerback Malcolm Butler, Thursday, March 25, 2021, on a one-year deal in an effort to bolster a thin secondary.(AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)
Cardinals bolster secondary, sign veteran CB Malcolm Butler

By David Brandt Mar. 25, 2021 03:39 PM EDT

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)
Falcons hope low-cost free agent class will make big splash

By Paul Newberry Mar. 25, 2021 01:46 PM EDT

FILE - San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) throws against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football game in Glendale, Ariz., in this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, file photo. The Jacksonville Jaguars signed former San Francisco 49ers quarterback C.J. Beathard on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, giving them an experienced backup if they trade Gardner Minshew. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Jaguars sign QB Beathard, setting up potential Minshew trade

By Mark Long Mar. 24, 2021 03:12 PM EDT

Vikings maintain depth by re-signing RB Ameer Abdullah

Mar. 24, 2021 02:19 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings re-signed running back Ameer Abdullah on Wednesday, maintaining their depth behind two-time Pro Bowl pick Dalvin Cook....

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) plays against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game in Las Vegas, in this Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, file photo. Whether it was Kansas City getting rid of banged-up and expensive starting offensive tackles Mitchell Schwartz and Eric Fisher, or the Raiders cutting ties with Lamarcus Joyner and Tyrell Williams, veterans around the league have been sent to the chopping block. (AP Photo/Isaac Brekken, File)
Lower cap leads to more cuts than usual in NFL

By Josh Dubow Mar. 24, 2021 01:41 PM EDT

Steelers cut CB Steven Nelson in cap-related move

By Will Graves Mar. 23, 2021 04:58 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers released veteran cornerback Steven Nelson on Tuesday, opting to cut him rather than trade him, an announcement that...

Bengals sign former Carolina CB Apple to one-year contract

Mar. 23, 2021 04:44 PM EDT
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday signed free agent cornerback Eli Apple to a one-year contract. Apple, a former Ohio...

FILE - New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick catches a packet of papers after he tossed them in the air during the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle, in this Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, file photo. Belichick never was one to spent wildly in free agency. Watching Tom Brady win another Super Bowl in another city sure changed that. The New England Patriots doled out $175 million in guarantees in the first 48 hours of free agency following a 7-9 stumble in 2020 that officially ended their two-decade dominance of the AFC. (AP Photo/John Froschauer, File)
Patriots, Bucs among those making biggest waves so far

By Arnie Stapleton Mar. 22, 2021 04:14 PM EDT

Raiders give 3-year contract to C Andre James

By Josh Dubow Mar. 22, 2021 04:00 PM EDT
The Las Vegas Raiders showed their confidence in center Andre James by giving him a three-year contract less than a week after trading away starter Rodney...

Steelers sign defensive lineman Wormley to 2-year deal

Mar. 22, 2021 03:14 PM EDT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back defensive lineman Chris Wormley on a two-year deal. The club announced the move...

File-This Nov. 29, 2020, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Riley Reiff (71) in action in the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Minneapolis. Cincinnati bolstered its offensive line, which was a glaring weakness in a 4-11-1 2020 season, with the signing of ex-Vikings Reiff as the team seeks better protection for quarterback Joe Burrow. (AP Photo/David Berding, File)
Bengals cut Atkins, add to offensive, defensive lines

By Mitch Stacy Mar. 19, 2021 06:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 20, 2020, file photo, Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford looks to past against the Tennessee Titans during the first half of an NFL football game in Nashville, Tenn. The Detroit Lions are trading Matthew Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams and will be charged $19 million in dead money to their cap for the deal. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)
Stafford, Goff welcome fresh starts after blockbuster trade

By Greg Beacham Mar. 19, 2021 05:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 14, 2020, file photo, Baltimore Ravens' Yannick Ngakoue (91) rushes the passer during an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to a two-year contract with edge rusher Ngakoue in a deal they hope fills the void created by the Khalil Mack trade in 2018. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Raiders counting on Nagkoue to spark struggling pass rush

By Josh Dubow Mar. 19, 2021 04:54 PM EDT