Thereโs a lot of news and rumors circulating around due to the NFL Combine, so weโll be updating this post throughout the day. Check in for the last updates.
NFL Draft
- Georgia LB Jarvis Jones will not work out at this yearโs NFL Combine and instead focus on his Pro Day. (Adam Schefter)
- Alabama CB Dee Milliner will undergo surgery following the Scouting Combine to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. (ESPN.com)
- Alabama OT D.J. Fluker has dropped 16 pounds since the Senior Bowl and weighed in at 339 pounds on Thursday. This could boast his draft stock a bit. (Daniel Jeremiah)
- Short arms could be an issue for Stanford TE Zach Ertz. (CBS Sports)
- North Carolina G Jonathan Cooper measured 6-foot-2 1/8 and 311 pounds, which could be an indication that he may play center at the next level.
- Thereโs been a lot of buzz surrounding Duke QB Sean Renfree as a potential sleeper in this yearโs draft.
- โRumors persistโ that Florida State DE Tank Carradine will be able to work out for NFL teams before the draft. (National Football Post)
49ers
- GM Trent Baalke mentioned that 2012 first-round pick WR A.J. Jenkins didnโt see a lot of playing time due to the fact that he didnโt know the teamโs offense. (Sacramento Bee)
Bears
- The Chicago Bears could target LT Jermon Bushrod during free agency. (NFLTR)
- New HC Marc Trestman mentioned that the evaluation of free agent Brian Urlacher is an โongoing process.โ (Jeff Dickerson)
- GM Phil Emery told reporters on Thursday that Shea McClellin will stay at defensive end. (Brad Biggs)
- GM Phil Emery mentioned free agent G Lance Louis is progressing well following ACL surgery.
- GM Phil Emery indicated that they may consider re-signing OT Jonathan Scott this offseason. (Chicago Tribune)
Bills
- President Russ Brandon mentioned that they intend to use the franchise tag as a last resort. Jarius Byrd figures to be the most likely candidate for the designation. (Tim Graham)
- There appears to be a growing sense that the Bills will not be able to retain free agent G Andy Levitre. (NFLTR)
- Buffalo has yet to approach QB Ryan Fitzpatrick about restructuring his contract. (Buffalo News)
- GM Buddy Nix mentioned that they would like keep free agent CB/KR Leodis McKelvin. (BuffaloBills.com)
Broncos
- Impending free agent LT Ryan Clady mentioned that he would like to secure a similar contract to that of Joe Thomas and Jason Peters. (NFLTR)
- HC John Fox expects QB Peyton Manning to be โeven better this year.โ (Mike Klis)
- The Broncos could look to add another running back this offseason. (ESPN.com)
Browns
- Browns intend to meet with free agent Josh Cribbsโ agent at the Combine. (Mary Kay Cabot)
Buccaneers
- HC Greg Schiano mentioned that theyโve yet contact free agent FS Ronde Barber about returning next season.
Cardinals
- There are โdecision-makers withinโ the Cardinalsโ organization who like the idea of adding QB Alex Smith. (Arizona Republic)
- The Cardinals could be a landing spot for free agent RB Rashard Mendenhall. (NFLTR)
Cowboys
- The Cowboys began informal extension discussions with the Tony Romoโs representatives on Wednesday. (CBSDFW.com)
- VP Stephen Jones mentioned that itโs a โreal possibilityโ they could draft replace for free agent Felix Jones this year. (Dallas Morning News)
- VP Stephen Jones said that he โwouldnโt rule Doug [Free] out.โ (Dallas Morning News)
Dolphins
- GM Jeff Ireland โindicatedโ that theyโve already decided on who will be franchised in the next few days. (Gregg Rosenthal)
- GM Jeff Ireland mentioned that he โcertainly wouldโ envision Reggie Bush having a role in their offense next season. (Palm Beach Post)
- GM Jeff Ireland referred to re-signing free agent DT Randy Starks as a priority. (Palm Beach Post)
Jaguars
- GM David Caldwell said that they have no intention of using their franchise tag on free agent CB Derek Cox. (Ryan OโHalloran)
Lions
- The Lions are expected to restructure the contract of WR Nate Burleson to free up some extra cap space. (Dave Birkett)
Panthers
- Panthers have reportedly reached out to free agent DT Dwan Edwards regarding a new contract. (Joe Person)
Patriots
- CB Alfonzo Dennard is unlikely to face a suspension from the league because the incident took place before he was an NFL player. (Boston Globe)
Rams
- RB Terrance Ganaway could have an increased role, especially if they loose Steven Jackson in the coming months. (St Louis Post-Dispatch)
Ravens
- The Ravens are expected to meet with the representatives for ILB Dannell Ellerbe and CB Cary Williams at the Combine. (Baltimore Sun)
Seahawks
- GM John Schneider mentioned that they may end up keeping quarterback Matt Flynn for another season. (NFLTR)
Steelers
- Steelers will meet with free agent WR Steve Breastonโs agent at the Combine. (Ed Bouchette)
Titans
- GM Ruston Webster told reporters that they will retain free agent TE Jared Cook this offseason. Franchise tag seems more likely than a long-term deal. (Terry McCormick)
- GM Ruston Webster m mentioned that they want to โimprove our OL and overall defensivelyโ this offseason. Webster added heโs not opposed to drafting G in first-round. (Rob Rang)
- The Titans plan to tender an offer to restricted free agent C Fernando Velasco. (Nashville Tennessean)
Vikings
- OT Phil Loadholt is a โplausible candidateโ for the franchise tag, but the Vikings would prefer to sign him to a long-term contract. (ESPN 1500 Twin Cities)
- DT Kevin Williams has a $7.5 million cap figure in 2013. Thereโs a chance he could be asked to take a pay cut. (St. Paul Pioneer Press)
- G Charlie Johnson is a candidate for release. (ESPN 1500 Twin Cities)
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