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Agents: Mark Ingram didn't use PED, reviewing options

NEW ORLEANS (AP) Representatives for Mark Ingram say the Saints running back did not test positive for a performance enhancing drug and is weighing options for challenging his four-game suspension.

Some items stolen from top Bears draft pick's car recovered

CHICAGO (AP) Police say several items have been returned after they were stolen from Chicago Bears first-round draft pick Roquan Smith’s car in Georgia, but not his Bears-issued iPad.

2 former employees file discrimination suit against Lions

DETROIT (AP) Two former Detroit Lions employees have filed suit against the team, claiming they were fired because of racial and age discrimination.

49ers’ Foster pleads not guilty in domestic violence case

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) San Francisco 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges stemming from allegations that he attacked his then-girlfriend in their home in February.

Seahawks sign 5 tryout players following rookie camp

RENTON, Wash. (AP) The Seattle Seahawks have signed five tryout players following their rookie minicamp, highlighted by wide receiver Damore’ea Stringfellow.

Former Broncos RB Anderson signs 1-year deal with Panthers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Former Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson has signed a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers.

Vikings sign WR Chad Beebe, son of ex-Bills player Don Beebe

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) The Minnesota Vikings have signed four players who took part in their rookie minicamp, including wide receiver Chad Beebe, the son of former Buffalo Bills wideout and folk hero Don Beebe.

AP Source: Saints release tight end Coby Fleener

METAIRIE, La. (AP) A person familiar with the decision says the New Orleans Saints have released veteran tight end Coby Fleener.

49ers release offensive lineman Zane Beadles

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers have released offensive lineman Zane Beadles.

Raiders sign former Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have officially signed free agent linebacker Derrick Johnson to a one-year contract.

Players' union files grievance on behalf of Eric Reid

The NFL players’ union has filed a non-injury grievance on behalf of free agent safety Eric Reid.

Georgia Southern honors NFL player killed by drunken driver

STATESBORO, Ga. (AP) Georgia Southern University has honored Indiana Colts linebacker Edwin Jackson, an alumnus killed by a drunken driver in February.

Buffalo buzzing over Bills draft picks, Sabres lottery win

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) The Buffalo Bills were so dull during their lean years, comedian Nick Bakay feared his body would fuse to the couch while watching them play.

Suit alleging Manning sold bogus memorabilia nears trial

HACKENSACK, N.J. (AP) A New Jersey memorabilia dealer who claims New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning conspired with the team’s equipment staff to sell bogus ”game-used” helmets to unsuspecting collectors as part of a long-running scam could get a chance to make his case in court next month.

Bills, not Cardinals, had draft day deal in place with Broncos to get pick No. 5

Both the Buffalo Bills and the Arizona Cardinals traded up in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft to select their quarterbacks of the future. According to Chris Simms, the Cardinals had a potential different deal in place than the one that landed them Josh Rosen, whom they selected with the 10th overall

Chiefs open 3-day rookie minicamp after D-filled draft

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Turns out there were enough bodies on offense for the Kansas City Chiefs to practice after all.

Auburn star Carlson ready as Vikings turn to rookie kicker

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) Daniel Carlson’s career-best field goal at Auburn was 56 yards. His confidence range indoors reaches 65. During pre-draft training in the high altitude of his home state Colorado, he said, even a 75-yard kick was makeable.

Three top Packers picks get started, 'hard work' ahead

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) For a host of rookies, the road to a spot on the Green Bay Packers’ roster began on Friday. While what they did during the first of two post-draft rookie orientation camp practices won’t decide their fates, coach Mike McCarthy believes a good start is vital for them all.

Confident Darnold hits Jets practice field for first time

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) Todd Bowles chuckled for a moment and then just couldn’t resist the urge to break from his normally low-key, stoic public persona.

Vikings sign 2nd-round draft pick OT Brian O'Neill

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) The Minnesota Vikings have signed offensive tackle Brian O’Neill, their second-round draft pick out of Pittsburgh.

Panthers assistant coach Fuller resigns after investigation

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Panthers have announced that defensive backs coach Curtis Fuller resigned following an investigation into complaints of inappropriate conduct.

Vikings bow to neighbors, to turn off lights at night

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) The Minnesota Vikings are turning off the lights at the team’s new practice facility in Eagan after neighbors complained about the glow.

Devon Still's new career: trying to tackle childhood cancer

CINCINNATI (AP) Devon Still describes his daughter as ”your typical, soon-to-be 8-year-old.” Nothing’s typical about Leah Still , who faced long odds against reaching that eighth birthday. Or about her father, a former NFL defensive lineman who retired after last season and has immersed himself in a second career – helping other families deal with childhood cancer.

Jets waive quarterback Bryce Petty after 3 seasons

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets have waived quarterback Bryce Petty, parting ways with their 2015 fourth-round draft pick after three seasons.

Saints add 4 undrafted rookies

METAIRIE, La. (AP) The New Orleans Saints have added four undrafted rookie free agents, including former Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett.

Emotional Jason Witten officially announces his retirement after 15 seasons with Cowboys

Cowboys’ all-time leader in receiving yards and receptions officially retired on Wednesday. Hear straight from the all-pro himself.

Dolphins acquire DT Akeem Spence from Lions for draft pick

MIAMI (AP) Defensive tackle Akeem Spence has been acquired by the Miami Dolphins from the Detroit Lions for an undisclosed 2019 draft pick.

Bruce Arians joins CBS as NFL game analyst

NEW YORK (AP) Bruce Arians is joining CBS as an NFL game analyst.

NFL to contact Bills regarding team president's resignation

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) The NFL plans to contact the Buffalo Bills regarding team president Russ Brandon’s abrupt resignation amid allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a female team employee.

AP source: Cowboys' Witten retiring, heading to ESPN

FRISCO, Texas (AP) A person with direct knowledge of the decision says Jason Witten is retiring after 15 seasons, choosing the offer of lead analyst for ESPN’s ”Monday Night Football” over becoming the longest-tenured player in the history of the Dallas Cowboys.