Raiders draft pick D.J. Hayden is lucky to be alive
For cornerback D.J. Hayden, the ability to thrive in one-on-one situations sets him apart.
NFL Network's Evans blasts Ireland and Dolphins
The Dolphins couldn't have expected the rip job that NFL Network analyst and former Miami fullback Heath Evans recently unleashed against general manager Jeff Ireland on WINZ-940's Dolphins-owned radio show.
Eagles' Roseman likes what he sees � and hears
The music Howie Roseman was happiest to hear from the Eagles' practice field this spring wasn't Nicki Minaj, Lupe Fiasco or even the Lumineers. It was the sound of Eagles players trumpeting their excitement over new coach Chip Kelly's changes.
Bears to retire Ditka's No. 89
CHICAGO - There seems to be a budding debate about whether the Bears can build a bridge to repair relations and retire the jersey number of a certain disgruntled former employee.
Kevin Cowherd: Dumervil should prepare to be a leader on the Ravens' defense
Elvis Dumervil had just settled in to meet the media after the Ravens' workout Wednesday when a voice rang out behind the semi-circle of TV cameras, tape recorders and notebooks.
Dan Pompei: Ditka an icon who embodies Bears to generations of fans
To one generation, he is a salesman of opinions and pork chops.
Bears to retire Ditka's number
The Chicago Bears will retire the No. 89 worn by Hall of Fame tight end and former head coach Mike Ditka.
Cardinals sign third-round pick Mathieu
The Arizona Cardinals signed defensive back Tyrann Mathieu to a four-year contract on Thursday.
Bengals sign 2nd round pick Bernard
The Cincinnati Bengals agreed to terms with running back and second-round draft choice Giovani Bernard on Thursday.
Brian Urlacher announces retirement via Twitter, but legacy on and off field will be lasting
Typical of how a giddy little brother of a probable Hall of Fame middle linebacker would react, Casey Urlacher couldn't stop gushing over Brian Urlacher's endless accomplishments in 13 NFL seasons.
Jim Souhan: Brian Urlacher the epitome of a Bears middle linebacker
It's probably best that the Vikings' rumored interest in Brian Urlacher went unrequited. Urlacher retired a Bear, and without coming back five years later and signing one of those silly one-day contracts to pretend he had remained in love with his original organization all along.
Giants re-sign Barden
The New York Giants re-signed wide receiver Ramses Barden on Thursday.
Nobody asked me, but ...
Well, actually, my wife asked me a question last Sunday that got me to thinking.
Ravens sign second-round pick Brown
The Baltimore Ravens signed linebacker Arthur Brown to a four-year contract on Thursday.
Steelers sign third-round pick Wheaton
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed third- round pick, wide receiver Markus Wheaton to a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
David Haugh: Next stop for Brian Urlacher is Canton
Like he did to so many NFL running backs in 13 years, Brian Urlacher hit Chicago hard Wednesday morning.
Browns' Weeden sees his homefolk struggle in Oklahoma
For Brandon and Melanie Weeden and Josh Cooper, football was brushed aside on Monday and terror swooped in.
RG3's goal is to 'be ready for training camp'
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III is still recovering from knee surgery and said Thursday his goal is to be ready for training camp in July.
Panthers ink first-round pick Lotulelei
The Carolina Panthers have signed defensive tackle Star Lotulelei, the club's first-round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.
Time to raise the bar for Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill
The ball was firing out Ryan Tannehill's hands as if he were playing a game of hot potato.
