NFL Notes: 49ers, Browns, Raiders, & Texans

49ers

• 49ers rookie WR Bruce Ellington recently rolled his ankle, which is why he was placed on the NFI list. Ellington is expected to be back soon. (Matt Maiocco)

Browns

• Browns HC Mike Pettine told ESPNCleveland.com that they would have taken WR Sammy Watkins at No. 4 overall had they not traded the pick to the Bills. (Tony Grossi)

Raiders

• HC Dennis Allen confirmed that second-year CB D.J. Hayden is out for the start of training camp due to a stress fracture in his foot. As of now, there is no timetable for his return. (Vic Tafur)

Texans

• Talks between the Texans and WR Andre Johnson have reportedly been “moving in the right direction.” (James Palmer)