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FILE - Cleveland Browns place kicker Cade York (3) kicks a field goal during an NFL preseason football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. Cleveland is re-signing York, a fourth-round draft pick in 2022 whose struggles led to him being cut before last season, a person familiar with the team's decision told The Associated Press on Saturday, March 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)

Browns are re-signing kicker Cade York, AP source says. The former draft pick was cut last season

A person familiar with the decision says the Cleveland Browns are re-signing kicker Cade York. The 23-year-old was released by the team last summer after a rough preseason.

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L'Jarius Sneed looks on during the first half of the AFC Championship NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Baltimore, Jan. 28, 2024. A person familiar with the negotiations said Friday, March 22, that the Tennessee Titans are finalizing a deal to trade a pair of draft picks to Kansas City for cornerback Sneed. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)

Titans finalizing deal with Chiefs to acquire cornerback L’Jarius Sneed, AP source says

FILE - Los Angeles Chargers center Will Clapp (76) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. The Buffalo Bills shored up their interior offensive line depth by signing free agent Will Clapp to a one-year contract on Friday., March 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)

Buffalo Bills shore up interior offensive line depth by signing Will Clapp to 1-year contract

Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit, center, speaks to NFL scouts following pro day for NFL International Player Pathway prospects held at the University of South Florida on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Rob Maaddi)

Welsh rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit was the center of attention at NFL’s international player pro day

Los Angeles Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Chargers GM Joe Hortiz acknowledges tough salary cap decisions had to be made

On Football

Analyzing the biggest topics in the NFL each week.

FILE - Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 8, 2021, in Pittsburgh. The Bears traded Fields to the Steelers on Saturday, March 16, 2024, according to a person informed of the deal. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

FILE - Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 8, 2021, in Pittsburgh. The Bears traded Fields to the Steelers on Saturday, March 16, 2024, according to a person informed of the deal. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Analysis: Despite low trade value, Justin Fields still has potential to be a special player

Justin Fields went from being considered a franchise quarterback to disregarded by the Chicago Bears in just three seasons.

Past games

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F

Analysis: Big Ten and SEC power play undermines credibility of playoff, marginalizes ACC and Big 12

Pro Picks

AP Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi shares his picks for upcoming games.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy speaks to the media during NFL football Super Bowl 58 opening night Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, in Las Vegas. The San Francisco 49ers face the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 58 on Sunday. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Pro Picks: Purdy will lead the 49ers to another comeback win, ruining Chiefs’ repeat bid

Packers re-sign LB Eric Wilson in boost to their special-teams units

The Green Bay Packers have boosted their special teams by re-signing linebacker Eric Wilson. The 29-year-old Wilson had 13 special-teams tackles in 2022 and 11 more last year to lead the Packers in each of those seasons.

FILE - Detroit Lions cornerback Cameron Sutton (1) looks on from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Oct. 22, 2023, in Baltimore. A Florida sheriff's department on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, said it has a domestic violence warrant seeking the arrest of Sutton and asked for public help in finding him. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)

Lions release Cameron Sutton as search for defensive back continues on domestic violence warrant

The Detroit Lions have released Cameron Sutton as authorities continue to search for the defensive back to serve a domestic violence warrant in Florida.

FILE - New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas warms up for the team's NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in New Orleans, Nov. 5, 2023. Thomas has been accepted into a pre-trial diversion program that could help him avoid trial in a case stemming from his arrest last fall. City of Kenner (La.) spokeswoman Valerie Brolin says “once all matters and requirements are satisfied, the case can be closed.” Last season was Thomas' last under contract with New Orleans and he has not signed with another team. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)

Ex-Saints receiver Michael Thomas entering diversion in case stemming from arrest last fall

Former New Orleans Saints receiver Michael Thomas has been accepted into a pretrial diversion program that could help him avoid trial in a case stemming from his arrest last fall.

FILE -Kansas City Chiefs safety Mike Edwards (21) drops into coverage during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass. After helping the Chiefs end the Bills' season for a third time in four playoff meetings in January, safety Mike Edwards hopes he can be part of revamped secondary to push Buffalo further. The Buffalo Bills signed Edwards to a one-year contract on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper, File)

Bills sign safety Mike Edwards to a 1-year contract, adding potential starter to revamped secondary

The Buffalo Bills signed safety Mike Edwards to a one-year contract in adding a potential starter to a revamped secondary.

Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams throws during the NCAA college football team's NFL Pro Day, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Caleb Williams holds pro day workout in front of prominent Chicago Bears contingent

Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams has gone through his pro day workout, throwing for 25 minutes in front of a large contingent of NFL coaches and executives that included Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus and general manager Ryan Poles.

Former Cardinals executive Terry McDonough has been accused of choking his neighbor

Former Arizona Cardinals front-office executive Terry McDonough has been accused of choking a neighbor in Charlotte, North Carolina, and has an April 11 court date to answer simple assault charges.

Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort says team will listen to all offers for No. 4 overall pick

Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort said he’s starting to field calls from other teams regarding the team’s No. 4 overall pick in next month’s NFL draft.

FILE - The opening kickoff in a general stadium view during an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Jan. 13, 2024, in Houston. The NFL competition committee is proposing a rule to penalize so-called “hip-drop” tackles and a radical change to kickoffs to add more returns without compromising safety. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson, File)

NFL competition committee proposes a ban on hip-drop tackles and a radical change to kickoffs

The NFL competition committee is proposing a rule to penalize so-called “hip-drop” tackles and a radical change to kickoffs to add more returns without compromising safety.

FILE - Detroit Lions cornerback Cameron Sutton (1) looks on from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Oct. 22, 2023, in Baltimore. A Florida sheriff's department on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, said it has a domestic violence warrant seeking the arrest of Sutton and asked for public help in finding him. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)

Detroit Lions defensive back Cameron Sutton sought in Florida domestic violence warrant

Detroit Lions defensive back Cameron Sutton is wanted on a Florida domestic violence warrant. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday asked for tips to help find him.

FILE - Tennessee Titans place kicker Nick Folk (6) kicks a field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, in Miami. The Titans are keeping veteran kicker Nick Folk under a new deal after he led the NFL making a career-best and franchise record number of his field goals last season. The Titans announced Wednesday, March 20, 2024, signing Folk and defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph.(AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

The Titans are keeping veteran kicker Nick Folk after franchise-record season

The Tennessee Titans are re-signing veteran kicker Nick Folk after he made an NFL-leading, career-best 96.7% of his kicks last season.

FILE -Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) encourages funs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday, March 19, 2024 with free agent cornerback Shaquill Griffin, adding some needed experience to an unproven position group.(AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)

Vikings agree to terms with 8th-year veteran CB Shaquill Griffin, who joins his 5th team

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a contract with free agent cornerback Shaquill Griffin to add some needed experience to an unproven position group.

FILE - Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (81) before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sept. 10, 2023, in Inglewood, Calif. The Los Angeles Chargers released Williams on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, a move that will free up $20 million in salary cap space. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong, File)

Jets sign former Chargers WR Mike Williams to 1-year deal. Move gives Aaron Rodgers a new playmaker

The New York Jets have signed former Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams to a one-year contract.

Bills add pass-rushing depth by signing ex-Commanders DE Casey Toohill to a 1-year contract

The Buffalo Bills have added pass-rushing depth by signing free agent defensive end Casey Toohill to a one-year contract.

FILE -Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) celebrates after scoring against the Las Vegas Raiders during an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, in Las Vegas. Jerry Jeudy is already going deep for the Browns. The speedy wide receiver, acquired last week in a trade with Denver, signed a three-year contract extension with Cleveland on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Jeudy's new deal — he was entering his final year under contract — runs through the 2027 season.(AP Photo/John Locher, File)

Browns sign newly acquired receiver Jerry Jeudy to 3-year contract extension through 2027 season

Jerry Jeudy is already going deep for the Browns. The speedy wide receiver, acquired last week in a trade with Denver, has signed a three-year contract extension with Cleveland.

FILE - Los Angeles Chargers middle linebacker Denzel Perryman (52)) defends during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. Perryman is back with the Los Angeles Chargers for a second stint with a one-year contract. The team made the announcement on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.(AP Photo/Peter Joneleit, File)

Linebacker Denzel Perryman signs with Los Angeles Chargers for a second stint

Denzel Perryman is back with the Los Angeles Chargers for a second stint with a one-year contract. The team made the announcement on Tuesday.

FILE - Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) warms up before an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Las Vegas. Garoppolo, was by the Raiders earlier this week, has signed with the Los Angeles Rams as the backup to Matthew Stafford, the Rams announced Friday, March 15, 2024. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)

Jimmy Garoppolo discloses reason for PED suspension, expresses excitement at fresh start with Rams

Jimmy Garoppolo says his two-game suspension was the result of a mistake in his filing for a therapeutic use exemption for an unspecified substance during his season with the Las Vegas Raiders.

FILE - Then-Charlotte Hornets Marketing Officer Pete Guelli listens during a news conference in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Buffalo Bills and Sabres owner Terry Pegula has filled both teams' vacant Chief Operating Officer position on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, by hiring Pete Guelli. (AP Photo/Terry Renna, File)

Pete Guelli hired as chief operating officer of the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and NHL’s Sabres

Buffalo Bills and Sabres owner Terry Pegula filled both teams’ vacant chief operating officer positions by hiring Pete Guelli, who returns to his roots after spending the past five years as the New York Giants chief business officer.

FILE -Washington Commanders offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (78) blocks during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2022 in Landover, Md. The Washington Commanders have re-signed offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas to a one-year contract worth up to $4 million, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday, March 19, 2024, because the agreement had not been announced.(AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr., File)

Commanders re-signing offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas, AP source says

The Washington Commanders have re-signed offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas to a one-year contract worth up to $4 million, a person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press.

FILE - Baltimore Ravens guard Kevin Zeitler looks on during pre-game warm-ups before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Dec. 10, 2023, in Baltimore. The Detroit Lions and Pro Bowl guard Zeitler have agreed to a one-year contract, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Monday, March 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)

Lions and Pro Bowl guard Kevin Zeitler agree on 1-year deal, AP source says

A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that the Detroit Lions and Pro Bowl guard Kevin Zeitler have agreed to a one-year contract.

FILE - San Francisco 49ers defensive end Chase Young looks on before an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Dec. 31, 2023, in Landover, Md. The New Orleans Saints have agreed to terms of a one-year contract with free agent Young. The contract agreement, announced Monday, March 18, 2024, by Saints general manager Mickey Loomis, provides reinforcements to an edge pass rush that often struggled to get pressure last season. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr., File)

Saints, defensive end Chase Young agree on 1-year contract for former No. 2 overall pick

New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says the club has agreed to terms of a one-year contract with free agent defensive end Chase Young.

FILE - Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joshua Dobbs (15) plays against the Las Vegas Raiders during an NFL football game Dec. 10, 2023, in Las Vegas. The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a deal with Dobbs to give the team another option at backup behind Brock Purdy. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)

The 49ers agree to deal with backup quarterback Joshua Dobbs, agent says

The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a deal with quarterback Joshua Dobbs to give the team another backup option behind Brock Purdy.

Chargers sign center Bradley Bozeman and linebacker Troy Dye to 1-year contracts

Center Bradley Bozeman and linebacker Troy Dye have signed one-year contracts with the Los Angeles Chargers.

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers safety Miles Killebrew jogs off the field the field following an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Aug. 11, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. The Steelers signed Killebrew, an All-Pro as a special teamer last season, to a two-year deal Monday, March 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit, File)

Steelers sign special teams ace Killebrew to 2-year deal, WR Van Jefferson to 1-year deal

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed special teams ace Miles Killebrew to a two-year contract. The team also came to terms with wide receiver Van Jefferson on a one-year deal.

Bears agree to 1-year deal with defensive end Byron Cowart

The Chicago Bears and defensive end Byron Cowart have agreed to a one-year contract. The 6-foot-3, 300-pound Cowart has played in 36 games and started 14 for New England and Indianapolis.

The 49ers have been docked a 2025 fifth-round draft pick for an accounting error

The San Francisco 49ers have forfeited a 2025 draft pick and had a 2024 fourth-round pick moved down four spots because of an accounting error regarding the salary cap.

FILE - Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson looks on after an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Oct. 22, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass. The Bills locked up Johnson through the 2027 season by signing the him to a three-year contract extension Monday. March 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper, File)

Bills sign nickel back Taron Johnson to a 3-year contract extension, locking him up through 2027

The Buffalo Bills have signed nickel cornerback Taron Johnson to a three-year contract extension to lock him up through the 2027 season.

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (8) scrambles out of the pocket with Arizona Cardinals cornerback Kei'Trel Clark (13) defending during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023. The Pittsburgh Steelers are trading Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Friday, March 15, 2024. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Eagles QB Kenny Pickett mum on moving on from Steelers, ready for ‘good reset’ as backup in Philly

Kenny Pickett is ready for a fresh start in Philadelphia. The Pittsburgh Steelers traded the quarterback to the Eagles last week.

FILE - Arizona Cardinals' Marquise "Hollywood" Brown smiles after a preseason NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. Hollywood Brown landed in Kansas City Monday, March 18, 2024, with a one-year deal that could be worth up to $11 million. (AP Photo/Jeff Lewis, File)

Hollywood Brown signs deal with Chiefs and looks forward to playing with Patrick Mahomes

Hollywood Brown signed a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs that could be worth up to $11 million.

Dolphins sign ex-Eagles offensive lineman Jack Driscoll and more defensive pieces

The Miami Dolphins have added several new additions. Miami signed former Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jack Driscoll as well as defensive tackles Benito Jones and Jonathan Harris.

FILE - Dallas Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch walks on the field before an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. Leighton Vander Esch retired Monday, March 18, 2024, after six NFL seasons, with the linebacker stepping away after missing 12 games for the Dallas Cowboys last year because of the latest in a series of neck injuries.(AP Photo/Sam Hodde, File)

Leighton Vander Esch retires from NFL after multiple neck injuries with Dallas Cowboys

Leighton Vander Esch has retired after six NFL seasons following a series of neck injuries. The linebacker missed 12 games for the Dallas Cowboys last season.