Here are the news stories for Tuesday, January 26, 2021
ESPN's Rob Demovsky said Packers backup QB Tim Boyle "would be more suited" than Jordan Love to start in 2021 if Aaron Rodgers is traded or retires this offseason.
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DK Metcalf said Seattle opponents "figured out" the Seahawks' offensive formula during the 2020 season.
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Washington Football Team hired Jennifer King as assistant running backs coach.
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Bills WR Cole Beasley said he broke his fibula at the end of the season.
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Chiefs coach Andy Reid said he's "not optimistic" RT Mitchell Schwartz (back) will be available for Super Bowl LV.
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Lions hired former Eagles assistant coach Duce Staley as assistant head coach/running backs.
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Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said he was happy with how the team's wideouts played in 2020.
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Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said the team could sign Lamar Jackson to a contract extension this offseason.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter said the Eagles are expected to hire Shane Steichen as offensive coordinator.
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Speaking after Sunday's NFC Championship Game loss, Aaron Rodgers said his future was "uncertain."
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FOX's Jay Glazer reports Patrick Mahomes (toe) has been fitted with a "special orthotic" for the AFC Championship Game against the Bills.
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Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle, hip) will be active for the AFC Championship Game against the Bills.
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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports the Lions are expected to hire former Browns GM John Dorsey as a senior personnel executive.
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ESPN's Chris Mortensen reports Texans QB Deshaun Watson's thinking "is not expected to change" based on who Houston hires as their next head coach.
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NBC Philadelphia's John Clark reports Eagles assistant head coach Duce Staley has requested to be released from his contract.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Seahawks have requested an interview with Bills' Qbs coach Ken Dorsey for their offensive coordinator vacancy.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes is dealing with turf toe in his left foot but is not expected to need surgery after the season.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Chiefs "don't sound optimistic" WR Sammy Watkins (calf, questionable) will play in the Conference Championship game against the Bills.
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Chargers OC Shane Steichen is speaking with the Eagles about their offensive coordinator vacancy.
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The Eagles are speaking with Broncos RBs coach Curtis Modkins about their offensive coordinator vacancy.
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Eagles hired Colts DBs coach Jonathan Gannon as defensive coordinator.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Buccaneers want WR Antonio Brown back for the 2021 season.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Chiefs RB Le'Veon Bell (knee, questionable) is not expected to play in the Conference Championship game against the Bills.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire (hip, questionable) is expected to play in the Conference Championship game against the Bills.
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The 49ers will monitor the Lions' potential trade of Matthew Stafford.
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The Jets are Deshaun Watson's preferred trade partner.
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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero said the Lions and Matthew Stafford have agreed to part ways this offseason.
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Lions hired ex-Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn as their offensive coordinator.
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Bills WR Kenny Stills was elevated to the team's 53-man roster for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
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49ers hired former Giants defensive coordinator James Bettcher.
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ESPN's Jamison Hensley reports LB Matt Judon is seeking $20 million annually on his next contract.
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Julian Edelman (knee) is expected to play in 2021.
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Patrick Mahomes said his toe is "feeling a lot better."
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Texans interviewed QB Josh McCown for its head-coaching vacancy.
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Ronald Jones (quad) was a full participant in Friday's practice.
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Le'Veon Bell (knee) is questionable for the Conference Championship game against Buffalo.
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Sammy Watkins (calf) is questionable for the Conference Championship game against the Bills.
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Clyde Edwards-Helaire (hip) is questionable for the Conference Championship game against Buffalo.
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Patrick Mahomes was cleared from the league's concussion protocol.
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Cole Beasley (knee) was removed from Buffalo's injury report.
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Buccaneers activated DT Vita Vea (ankle) from injured reserve.
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The Chargers and Seahawks have requested permission to interview Saints QB coach Joe Lombardi for their offensive coordinator openings.
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Ex-Ravens and Titans DC Dean Pees is expected to un-retire and serve in the same capacity for new Falcons coach Arthur Smith.
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Josina Anderson reports Chargers QBs coach Pep Hamilton will interview for the Steelers' offensive coordinator vacancy.
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Washington Football Team hired 49ers vice president of player personnel Martin Mayhew as general manager.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports ex-Panthers GM Marty Hurney is joining the Washington Football Team's front office, but not as general manager.
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Jets hired Falcons LBs coach Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator.
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The Lions are interviewing Steelers receivers coach Ike Hilliard for the team's offensive coordinator opening.
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Jaguars hired ex-Lions OC Darrell Bevell as offensive coordinator.
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Colts promoted QBs coach Marcus Brady to offensive coordinator.
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Gabriel Davis (ankle) did not practice Thursday.
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Jets owner Woody Johnson has been recalled as the Ambassador of the United States to the Court of St James's and will resume running the team.
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Eagles hired Colts OC Nick Sirianni as head coach.
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Le'Veon Bell was held out of Thursday's practice after experiencing swelling in his knee.
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Patrick Mahomes (concussion) was limited during Thursday's practice.
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Jets hired 49ers passing-game coordinator Mike LaFleur as offensive coordinator.
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Jets head coach Robert Saleh said he won't call defensive plays for the team.
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Steelers signed Dwayne Haskins to a one-year deal.
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Jaguars hired Ravens defensive line coach Joe Cullen as the team's defensive coordinator.
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Longtime former Packers GM Ted Thompson has passed away at the age of 68.
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Bucs head coach Bruce Arians said Antonio Brown (knee) will be a game-time decision against the Packers.
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Lions head coach Dan Campbell said he wants to use RB D'Andre Swift as a slot receiver.
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Antonio Brown (knee) remained sidelined for Thursday's practice.
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Steelers interviewed Hue Jackson for its offensive coordinator vacancy.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Jaguars are "expected to" promote director of player personnel Trent Baalke to general manager.
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Lions hired Dan Campbell as head coach.
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Bears interviewed ex-49ers coach Mike Singletary for their vacant defensive coordinator job.
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Ronald Jones said he's "feeling better than last week."
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Antonio Brown (knee) did not practice on Wednesday.
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Patrick Mahomes (concussion) was limited in practice Wednesday.
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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports the Lions interviewed Ravens QB coach James Urban for their vacant offensive coordinator job.
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Coach Andy Reid said Patrick Mahomes (concussion) remains in the league's protocol but "took all the reps" at Wednesday's practice.
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Patrick Mahomes (concussion) will have a "light practice" Wednesday.
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The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Doug Pederson is "leaning toward" taking a year off.
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Philip Rivers announced his retirement after 17 NFL seasons.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Zack Moss had "tight rope" ankle surgery.
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Rams hired Raheem Morris as defensive coordinator.
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Saints promoted DL coach Ryan Nielsen to assistant head coach.
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A.J. Brown said he had surgery on both of his knees.
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Ravens waived RB Mark Ingram.
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Lions hired Saints DBs coach Aaron Glenn as defensive coordinator.
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Cowboys OC Kellen Moore will interview for the Eagles' head-coaching vacancy on Tuesday.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Bears have interviewed ex-Cardinals and Giants DC James Bettcher for their defensive coordinator vacancy.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports it is "too early to say that (Patrick Mahomes) will definitely will play" in the AFC Championship Game.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Eagles will interview Saints DC Dennis Allen for their head-coaching vacancy on Wednesday.
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Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer reports the Rams declined permission for OC Kevin O'Connell to interview for the same position with the Chargers.
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Broncos president of football operations John Elway said he remains high on Drew Lock, but that new GM George Paton "will continue to look to fill that spot if we don't think that Drew is that guy."
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NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports the Rams are "focusing on" ex-Falcons DC Raheem Morris as they look to replace Brandon Staley.
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New Falcons head coach Arthur Smith will call his own plays on offense in 2021.
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Michael Thomas is likely to undergo surgeries this offseason to repair damage in his ankle.
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Antonio Brown's knee injury is not considered serious and he'll prepare to play in the NFL championship game against the Packers.
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The Eagles are interviewing Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni for the team's head coaching vacancy.
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The Falcons hired former Saints vice president and assistant general manager Terry Fontenot as the team's new general manager.
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Washington is "close" to hiring former Carolina general manager Marty Hurney as the team's next general manager.
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Speaking Monday, coach Kevin Stefanski said he's "excited" for Odell Beckham's (knee) return in 2021.
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NFL Network's Steve Wyche reports one person close to the situation said coach Sean McVay and Jared Goff's relationship "needs marriage counseling" this offseason.
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The league informed clubs that there will be no NFL Combine ahead of the 2021 draft.
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Buccaneers designated DT Vita Vea (broken leg) to return from injured reserve.
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The Houston Chronicle's Aaron Wilson reports Bills OC Brian Daboll will remain with the team after he was passed on for the Chargers' head-coaching vacancy.
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports the Seahawks spoke with ex-Jets coach Adam Gase for its vacant offensive coordinator job.
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports Patriots OC Josh McDaniels is a "prime candidate" for the Eagles' head-coaching vacancy.
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Patrick Mahomes is in the NFL's concussion protocol.
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Justin Fields announced he'll enter the 2021 NFL draft.
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Antonio Brown is undergoing an MRI on his injured knee.
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49ers promoted run game coordinator Mike McDaniel to offensive coordinator.
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Aaron Jones had 43 percent of the Packers' rushing attempts in the team's Divisional Round win over the Rams.
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Michael Thomas had an 11.4 percent target share in four games with Drew Brees this season.
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Former Lions, Vikings, Cowboys, and Dolphins offensive coordinator Scott Linehan will interview for the Jaguars' offensive coordinator opening.
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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero said Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell is a candidate to take the same position with the Chargers.
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Bucs defensive coordinator Todd Bowles will interview for the Eagles' head coaching vacancy.
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FOX's Jay Glazer reports Drew Brees will retire at the end of the Saints' playoff run.
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Rams coach Sean McVay has yet to endorse Jared Goff as his locked in 2021 starter.
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Speaking following the Chiefs' Divisional Round win over the Browns, coach Andy Reid projected optimism on Patrick Mahomes' (concussion) status for the AFC Championship Game.
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ESPN reports not even firing executive vice president of football operations Jack Easterby would change Deshaun Watson's mind about wanting out of Houston.
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ESPN's Rich Cimini reports ex-Jaguars LB Paul Posluszny could join Robert Saleh's staff with the Jets.
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports the Texans' request to interview Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy for their head-coaching vacancy is "not empty."
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Saints TEs coach Dan Campbell becoming the Lions' new head coach "is (still) expected to happen."
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Impending free agent TE Rob Gronkowski would like to re-sign with the Bucs in 2021.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports there is a "growing sentiment" that Texans QB "Deshaun Watson has played his last snap for the team."
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Saints RB Latavius Murray (quad) is not expected to play in the Divisional Round against the Bucs.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Clyde Edwards-Helaire (hip, ankle) will not play in the Divisional Round against the Browns.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle, hip) "has an uphill battle" to play in the Divisional Round against the Browns.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Eagles management has told coaching candidates that QB Carson Wentz "is fixable."
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Browns RT Jack Conklin (hamstring) and TE David Njoku (hamstring) are expected to play in the Divisional Round against the Chiefs.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Saints QB Taysom Hill (knee) is not expected to play in the Divisional Round against the Bucs.
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Lamar Jackson (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of the Ravens' Divisional Round game against the Bills.
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Saints activated WR Tre'Quan Smith (ankle) from injured reserve.
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Eagles will interview Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy for its head coaching position.
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Eagles requested to interview Patriots OC Josh McDaniels for its head-coaching vacancy.
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Steelers promoted QBs coach Matt Canada to offensive coordinator.
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Fox Sports' Peter Schrager reports Cooper Kupp (knee) "will not be 100%" even if he's available in the Divisional Round against the Packers.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Ravens are expected to explore a contract extension for Lamar Jackson this offseason.
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A source close to Deshaun Watson told SI.com that Watson "just wants out” of the Texans.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Ravens DL coach Joe Cullen is the Jaguars' "top target" at defensive coordinator.
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The Eagles will interview Rams DC Brandon Staley for their head-coaching job.
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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports the Seahawks have spoken with Doug Pederson about their offensive coordinator job.
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The Orange County Register reports Bills OC Brian Daboll is the "frontrunner" for the Chargers' head-coaching job.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Saints assistant HC/TEs coach Dan Campbell has "emerged as the favorite" to be the Lions' new head coach.
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Breaking his Twitter silence Friday, Deshaun Watson tweeted, "I was on 2 then I took it to 10."
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9 News Denver's Mike Klis reports Von Miller is "under criminal investigation" by Parker police in Colorado.
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The Lions and Bucs DC Todd Bowles "decided to cancel" their scheduled Friday interview regarding Detroit's head-coaching vacancy.
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Bucs coach Bruce Arians said Ronald Jones (quad) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's Divisional Round matchup with the Saints.
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Jaguars coach Urban Meyer has reached out to Falcons interim HC Raheem Morris about Jacksonville's defensive coordinator job.
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NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports ex-Chargers coach Anthony Lynn has been in talks with Pete Carroll about the Seahawks' offensive coordinator job.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Falcons are "engaged in talks" with Titans OC Arthur Smith to be their next head coach.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the 49ers are expected to promote ILBs coach DeMeco Ryans to replace departed DC Robert Saleh.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports new Jets coach Robert Saleh is expected to hire 49ers passing-game coordinator Mike LaFleur as his offensive coordinator.
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Jets hired 49ers DC Robert Saleh as head coach.
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports longtime NFL coach and current LSU passing-game coordinator Scott Linehan is a "prime candidate" to serve as Urban Meyer's offensive coordinator in Jacksonville.
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CBS' Jason La Canfora reports ex-GMs Scott Pioli, Ray Farmer and Trent Baalke are potential candidates to serve as Urban Meyer's general manager in Jacksonville.
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Dolphins coach Brian Flores issued another vote of confidence in QB Tua Tagovailoa on Thursday.
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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports the Steelers will retain DC Keith Butler for 2021.
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NFL teams are considering former Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn for their offensive coordinator openings.
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Taysom Hill (knee) didn't practice Thursday.
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Latavius Murray (quad) did not practice Thursday.
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Cooper Kupp (knee) is listed as questionable for the Divisional Round against the Packers.
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Steelers QBs coach Matt Canada will interview for the Dolphins' offensive coordinator vacancy.
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Panthers hired Seahawks VP of football operations Scott Fitterer as general manager.
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Alabama QB Mac Jones declared for the 2021 NFL draft.
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Sammy Watkins (calf) did not practice Thursday.
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Colts GM Chris Ballard plans to meet with impending free agent Philip Rivers in "about a month."
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Colts general manager Chris Ballard said he was unsure if the team could re-sign unrestricted free agent RB Marlon Mack.
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Jaguars hired Urban Meyer as head coach.
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The Chargers are expected to have a second interview with 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Salah for the team's head coaching vacancy.
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Ronald Jones (quad) returned to practice Thursday.
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Clyde Edwards-Helaire (hip, ankle) was limited during Wednesday's practice.
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Steelers won't re-sign OC Randy Fichtner.
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Lions hired former Rams director of college scouting Brad Holmes as general manager.
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Browns coach Kevin Stefanski (COVID) returned to the team's practice facilities Thursday.
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Jaguars are working to finalize an agreement with Urban Meyer for its head-coaching vacancy.
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports Titans OC Arthur Smith is the "front-runner" to be hired as the Falcons head coach.
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Cooper Kupp (knee) did not practice on Wednesday.
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John Wolford (neck) did not practice on Wednesday.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Latavius Murray (quad) is "day-to-day".
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Taysom Hill (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.
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Latavius Murray (quad) did not practice Wednesday.
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Cole Beasley (knee) had a limited practice Wednesday.
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Stefon Diggs (oblique) was limited at Wednesday's practice.
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Rams DL Aaron Donald (ribs) said he's not experiencing pain and will play this week against the Packers.
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Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said "it’s reasonable to assume there is a chance [Ben Roethlisberger] is going to be back, certainly."
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler said Urban Meyer has "long been enamored with Trevor Lawrence."
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The Eagles interviewed Panthers offensive coordinator Joe Brady for the team's head coaching vacancy.
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Ronald Jones (quad) didn't practice Wednesday.
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Clyde Edwards-Helaire (hip, ankle) practiced during the open portion of Wednesday's practice.
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Patriots inside linebackers coach Jerod Mayo is expected to interview for the Eagles' head-coaching job this week.
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Broncos hired George Paton as general manager.
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ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports "it wouldn't be a surprise" if Doug Pederson takes a year off from coaching.
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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports the Chargers have "continued to look into and explore" Urban Meyer as a head-coaching candidate.
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Bears chairman George McCaskey confirmed GM Ryan Pace and coach Matt Nagy will be back next season.
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Bears DC Chuck Pagano retired.
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NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports the Seahawks are expected to have interest in Chargers OC Shane Steichen.
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Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio reports there is "growing sense in league circles" that Urban Meyer will accept the Jaguars' head coaching job.
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AJC's D. Orlando Ledbetter reports the Falcons GM search is down to Rick Smith, Terry Fontenot, and Brad Holmes.
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Rams coach Sean McVay said Aaron Donald (ribs) "will be ready" for the Divisional Round against the Packers.
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The Chicago Tribune's Brad Biggs reports "the rumor flying around the NFL" is that the Bears will retain coach Matt Nagy and GM Ryan Pace.
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Seahawks fired OC Brian Schottenheimer.
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NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reports the Jaguars are "still waiting on" ex-Ohio State coach Urban Meyer.
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Joe Burrow (ACL) hopes to resume throwing in "mid-February."
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The Texans have requested permission to interview Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy for their head-coaching vacancy.
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Colts LG Quenton Nelson could replace retired LT Anthony Castonzo on the blindside in 2021.
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Eagles have requested an interview with Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for the team's head coaching vacancy.
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Raiders hired Gus Bradley as defensive coordinator.
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Eagles requested to interview Bucs defensive coordinator Todd Bowles for the team's head coaching vacancy.
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Colts LT Anthony Castonzo announced his retirement.
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The Eagles have requested permission to interview 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh.
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Bills added RB Devonta Freeman to their practice squad.
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The Jets are conducting a second interview today with 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh for the team's head coaching vacancy.
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Cowboys hired ex-Falcons coach Dan Quinn as defensive coordinator.
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