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No record-setting deals, a weak corner market and more: Barnwell's NFL free-agency lessons

The top of the free-agent class didn’t move the market. Teams got conservative at cornerback and wide receiver. Here’s what you should take away.

Patriots' plane delivering 1.2M masks from China

The transfer of 1.2 million N95 masks from China to the United States was the result of multiple global negotiations and the Massachusetts governor calling on Patriots team president Jonathan Kraft for his help, according to a report.

NFLPA: Reid's CBA claim 'completely false'

In a letter to its membership, the NFL Players Association said a claim by attorneys for Eric Reid that last month’s vote on the league’s new CBA should be invalidated by a change in language was “completely false.”

Source: Dallas inks DE Smith, out of NFL since '15

Former 49ers and Raiders defensive end Aldon Smith, who hasn’t played in the NFL since 2015, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Cowboys that is worth up to $4 million, a source told ESPN’s Dan Graziano, confirming a Fox Sports report.

Tua: I'm '100 percent,' could play as rookie

Tua Tagovailoa, who is projected to be a top-10 pick in the NFL draft, says he feels 100 percent after suffering a hip injury last season.

Ravens' Lamar Jackson working out with AB

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson worked out with free-agent receiver Antonio Brown.

Saints set up NFL draft headquarters in brewery

With NFL facilities closed during the coronavirus pandemic, the New Orleans Saints have set up their makeshift draft headquarters in a brewery.

Agent: Texans have 1-year deal with DT Jernigan

Tim Jernigan’s agent says that the defensive tackle has reached agreement on a one-year deal with the Texans.

Sources: Clowney lowers price to $17M-18M

Free agent Jadeveon Clowney is now seeking a number closer to $17 million to $18 million per season, and the Seahawks and Titans remain “interested” in signing the three-time Pro Bowl selection, sources told ESPN.

Iowa's Tristan Wirfs ready to create 'holy crap' moments in NFL

The Mount Vernon, Iowa, native, who has long impressed with uncommon speed and athletic ability for an O-lineman, could be a top-10 draft pick in April.

Most impactful moves and offseason goals for all 32 NFL teams

Teddy Bridgewater is a Panther, Tom Brady is a Buc, and Jadeveon Clowney can still be had for the right price. With free agency winding down, NFL Nation evaluates the moves.

NFL execs planning for season to start on time

Multiple NFL executives said Tuesday that the league is planning to start its 2020 season on time in September with fans in the stands despite the coronavirus pandemic that has temporarily shut down sports around the world.

Bills O-lineman Dion Dawkins is Buffalo's big, fun adopted son

The Bills’ gregarious left tackle, who brightens any room he enters, is making an impact on the field and in the city he has come to love.

How will expanded NFL playoffs work? Here's what you need to know

The NFL owners voted to expand the playoff field to 14 teams on Tuesday. We answer your biggest questions about the move.

Ranking the best just-missed teams of the last 30 years

Here are the best teams since 1990 that would have been 7-seeds in the AFC or NFC.

NFL owners vote to approve expanded playoffs

NFL team owners voted Tuesday to expand the playoffs by one team in each conference for next season.

TB12, continued: Godwin gives number to Brady

Tom Brady will continue to wear No. 12 with the Bucs after new teammate Chris Godwin made the decision to switch to No. 14, the team announced.

Deflategate science fair project haunts Bucs fan

Ace Davis, an 11-year-old Bucs fan who lives in Kentucky, did a science fair project last year that raised the question, “Is Tom Brady a Cheater?” based on Deflategate findings.

Godwin: Jameis gets undeserved blame for INTs

Bucs receiver Chris Godwin says Jameis Winston “got more of the blame than he deserved” for throwing 30 interceptions this past season.

Bengals cut former first-round pick Kirkpatrick

The Bengals have released starting cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick, a former first-round draft pick.

NFLPA medical director optimistic on 2020 season

Thom Mayer is optimistic the 2020 season will take place, he said on a podcast hosted by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Mayer said the union and the NFL will know a lot more in late May or early June whether playing this season is viable.

Reid says CBA altered post-ballot, needs revote

Free agent safety Eric Reid wants the NFL’s new collective bargaining agreement invalidated over language added following ratification of the pact earlier this month.

Famed Saints kicker Dempsey has coronavirus

Former Saints kicker Tom Dempsey has tested positive for the coronavirus. The 71-year-old famously kicked a then-record 63-yard field goal in 1970.

Home school: Payton opens up Saints playbook

Saints coach Sean Payton opened up the team’s playbook on Twitter, giving his followers a glimpse at the schemes and language behind one of the league’s most potent offenses.

Bucs GM: Brady made sales pitch to join team

While the Buccaneers were openly interested in signing Tom Brady, Tampa Bay GM Jason Licht said the 42-year-old quarterback gave the Bucs his best sales pitch in their first phone call.

NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus where each team stands after free agency

The Chiefs are still on top, while the additions of DeAndre Hopkins and Tom Brady have their new teams on the rise.

Former Broncos CB Goldie Sellers dies at 78

Former Broncos cornerback/kick returner Goldie Sellers died Saturday night of complications from cancer, his family announced. He was 78.

Tom Brady is the signing of a lifetime for long-suffering Bucs fans

For a franchise that has long struggled to attract big names, adding arguably the greatest QB of all time still feels like a dream.

Source: Redskins get former Eagles corner Darby

The Redskins have agreed to a one-year deal with former Eagles cornerback Ronald Darby.

Lions agree to deal with ex-Packers WR Allison

The Detroit Lions have agreed to a contract with wide receiver Geronimo Allison, the team announced Sunday.