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NFL Notes: Packers, Ravens, Redskins, Saints, Steelers, & Titans Packers Packers were one of the teams with interest in recently released DL Red Bryant last year. Ravens Ravens are expected to bring in a veteran quarterback to compete with Keith Wenning for the backup job. Redskins recently released DL Red Bryant make sense for the Redskins. New Chicago Bear Antrel Rolle said he was down to signing either with the Bears or the Redskins. Saints RB C.J. Spiller signing with the Saints is not a done deal, but New Orleans remains very high on him. Steelers Troy Polamalu’s agent, Marvin Demoff, said that the Steelers are giving him all the time he needs to make a decision regarding his future. “The Steelers are giving Troy the space and time he needs to make a decision that is very respectful of his 12 years with the organization,” Titans The Titans have GM Ruston Webster, HC Ken Whisenhunt, OC Jason Michael, Director of College Scouting Blake Beddingfield and OL coach John McNulty all on hand for Oregon QB Marcus Mariota’s Pro Day.

Dolphins are interested in free agent CB Robert McClain and are in the process of scheduling a visit. if McClain wound up being signed by Miami, he would replace Jimmy Wilson. Miami recently signed CB Brice McCain to a two-year contract, but it appears as though they’re still in the market for another cornerback. McClain, 26, is a former seventh round pick of the Panthers back in 2010. He lasted a little over a year in Carolina before he was waived and later sign on with the Jaguars before eventually joining the Falcons in January of 2012. Last year, McClain appeared in all 16 games for the Falcons and recorded 59 tackles, one sack, two interceptions, and five pass defenses. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 90 cornerback out of 108 qualifying players.

Texans are closing in on deal with free agent S Rahim Moore. Moore, 25, played out his four-year, $4,448,126 rookie contract with the Broncos that included $1,735,000 guaranteed. In 2014, Moore recorded 49 tackles, four interceptions, one forced fumble, a recovery, and five pass defenses over the course of 16 games. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 46 safety out of 87 qualifying players

Buccaneers will attempt to trade S Dashon Goldson following the addition of Chris Conte. Goldson’s 2015 salary of $8 million could be tough to move for the Bucs. Buccaneers were preparing to release Goldson once they had a deal in place with Conte, but it appears as though they plan to try to find a trade before considering their next move Goldson, 30, signed a five-year, $41.25 million contract that included $22 million guaranteed with the Bucs back in March of 2013. He has base salaries of $7.5 million (2015), $7.5 million (2016), and $6.75 million (2017) coming his way over the remainder of the agreement. According to OverTheCap.com, releasing Goldson will free up $4 million in available cap space while creating $4 million in dead money. However, the best move for the Buccaneers would be to trade him, seeing as they could free up $8 million and take on no dead money. In 2014, Goldson appeared in 14 games and recorded 81 tackles, a fumble recovery and a pass defense for the Buccaneers. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 86 safety out of 87 qualifying players.

Jacksonville Jaguars have released veteran DT Red Bryant Bryant, 30, still had another three years remaining on his four-year, $19 million contract that included $5.255 million guaranteed. He would have made base salaries of $3.225 million (2015) and $3.725 million (2016-2017) over the remainder of the agreement. According to OverTheCap.com, releasing Bryant will free up $4.5 million in available cap space while creating no dead money. In 2014, Bryant appeared in all 16 games for Jacksonville and recorded 22 tackles, a half sack, and a forced fumble. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 31 defensive end in a 4-3 defense out of 59 qualifying players.

Saints Making A "Major Push" To Sign CB Brandon Browner Saints made a “major push” to sign free agent CB Brandon Browner on Wednesday, which included making him an offer that would pay him $5 million per year. Browner, 30, had two years remaining on his three-year, $15.15 million contract, which includes base salaries of $1.9 million in 2015 and 2016, but it all came down to his option and the fact that he would have counted $4.8 million against the team’s cap in 2015. New England freed up $4.8 million in available cap space by declining Browner’s option. Last year, Browner appeared in nine games for the Patriots and recorded 25 tackles, one interception and six pass defenses.

Ink just now drying on 1-year deals for DT Henry Melton and S Chris Conte, officially signed as the newest Buccaneers

DE Michael Johnson will take his first visit to Minnesota to meet with the Vikings. The Buccaneers officially released DE Michael Johnson on Wednesday just one year after signing him to a five-year, $43.875 million deal with $23 million guaranteed.

Free agent DT Vince Wilfork has three offers from AFC teams that would pay him $10 million over the course of two years on the table right now. The 33-year-old registered 516 combined tackles, 16 sacks, four forced fumbles, 12 fumble recoveries and three interceptions through 11 seasons with the Patriots. There are a number of AFC teams that would make sense for Wilfork including the Texans, Colts, and possibly the Ravens.

NFL Notes: Andre Johnson, Colts, Dolphins, Ravens, & Titans Andre Johnson WR Andre Johnson receives $10 million guaranteed in his three-year, $21 million deal with the Colts. Johnson’s $10 million in guarantees breaks down to a $4 million roster bonus paid out on March 24, $3.5 million base salary (2015) and a $2.5 million roster bonus that’s due on the fifth day of 2016 league year. Johnson will have cap figures of $7.5M (2015), $7.5M (2016), and $6M (2017). Colts Colts could still make a moves on the defensive end of the ball, it seems safe to say they will go “defense heavy” in draft. Dolphins The Dolphins and P Brandon Fields have reportedly agreed to a restructured contract that will keep him in Miami. Ravens Ravens remain in talks with free agent RB Justin Forsett in recent days. veteran receivers like Dwayne Bowe and Stevie Johnson could be options for the Ravens in the coming week. Titans Regarding the Titans’ interest in Oregon QB Marcus Martiota, Do not minimize Tennessee’s interest. They are very serious here.“ free agent OLB Brian Orakpo is still in Tennessee and has not set a confirmed date to meet with the Cardinals.

Guess we will find out soon . Jaguars General Manager Dave Caldwell danced around a question about Hardy during a press conference saying “It’s not our job to judge,” ....,

I don't know if this has been posted in here or not , But this is a good write up on Boykin IMO ,,,If its already been posted Sry . http://catcrave.com/2015/03/11/carolina-panthers-jarrett-boykin-fit/

NFL is expected to have announce a statement regarding free agent DE Greg Hardy by Thursday. Hardy is expected to receive either a one- or two-game suspension from the league for his involvement in a domestic violence incident that was eventually settled out of court. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2393274-insider-buzz-nfl-will-suspend-fa-greg-hardy-unlikely-to-get-long-term-contract?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=web-mob-art-vid-16

NFL is expected to have announce a statement regarding free agent DE Greg Hardy by Thursday. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2393274-insider-buzz-nfl-will-suspend-fa-greg-hardy-unlikely-to-get-long-term-contract?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=web-mob-art-vid-16

The Giants officially announced the signing of RB Shane Vereen on Thursday. Vereen’s contract will likely end up being a three-year deal worth close to $12 million and includes guarantees of around $5 million. “(I made this) decision with my family,” Vereen said. “At the end of the day, I wanted to make a decision that was right for us, right for them, and this is a great organization. I was fortunate enough to play in New England with another great organization. This is not a step down; if anything, it is a step up. I am looking forward to the opportunity, and I am enjoying being in New York.” Vereen, 25, ran for 391 yards on 96 carries (4.1 YPC) to go along with 52 receptions for 447 yards receiving and five total touchdowns for the Patriots. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 28 running back out of 57 qualifying players.

Forsett has reiterated several times that he wants to remain with the Ravens, He’s also drawn interest from the Atlanta Falcons, Washington Redskins and Indianapolis Colts. The Ravens are Forsett’s top choice, though. Forsett rushed for a career-high 1,266 yards and eight touchdowns last season as the replacement for Ray Rice. But while the team is roughly $9.835 million under the NFL salary cap limit of $143.28 This indicates to me that a major spending spree isn't in the offing ,

Free agent RB DeMarco Murray is flying to Philadelphia to meet with Eagles’ officials on Thursday. This is the battle Murray needed to start inflating his price. He got it. And he and his agent helped create it. Sometimes, it works.

Bills free-agent RB C.J. Spiller is scheduled to meet Thursday in New Orleans with Saints, per league source.

Bears Signing WR Eddie Royal Chargers have been informed that WR Eddie Royal is signing with the Bears. Royal is familiar with Bears QB Jay Cutler and some of their coaching staff. Royal, 28, is a former second-round pick of the Broncos. He signed a three-year contract with the Chargers back in March of 2012. Last year, he appeared in all 16 games and caught 62 passes for 778 yards receiving and seven touchdowns. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 43 receiver out of 110 qualifying players.

Stevie Johnson Already Has A Potential Suitor Lined Up

There were about 465 free agents. About 50 have signed so far. It's about the big names, I know, but so much more movement left.

Through the first 24 hours of free agency, NFLPA tabulated 46 official signings with $375.975m in guarantees and $827.570m in total values.

Falcons, Seahawks, & Broncos Among Interested Teams In G Shelley Smith Falcons have expressed interest in former Dolphins G Shelley Smith. Following his release,Smith was scheduled to visit with the Seahawks Wednesday. Smith was visiting with the Broncos. The Dolphins signed Smith to a two-year contract worth $5.5 million back in March of last year. However, Miami elected to take the $2.75 million in cap space that they got from cutting him and move on. Smith, 27, is a former sixth round pick of the Texans back in 2010. He spent the first two years of his career in Houston be he was waived and later claimed by the Rams. In 2014, Smith appeared in 11 games for the Dolphins and was rated as the No. 54 guard out of 78 qualifying players by Pro Football Focus.

Giants Sign HC Tom Coughlin To A One-Year Extension

49ers Have No Interest In DE Greg Hardy