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Rex Ryan Will Call Week 1 Game For ESPN
Rex Ryan will call the last game of ESPN's Monday Night Football doubleheader in Week One alongside play-by-play broadcaster Beth Mowins.

Richard Deitsch/SI

Bill O'Brien Working More With Texans' Offense
After a disappointing season with Brock Osweiler under center, Bill O'Brien is working more with the Texans' offense.

Sarah Barshop/ESPN

Doug Marrone: Leonard Fournette Must Earn Starting Role
The Jaguars want to build a physical offense around the run game, but they also won't simply hand rookie Leonard Fournette a starting role.

Michael DiRocco/ESPN

Las Vegas Sets Cowboys' Win Total At 9.5
The Westgate SuperBook in Las Vegas believes there will be regression for the Cowboys during the upcoming NFL season.

ESPN.com

Tom Brady To Be On Cover Of 'Madden NFL 18'
Tom Brady has been selected to be on the cover of "Madden NFL 18," becoming the oldest player to appear on the cover of the popular EA Sports game.

ESPN

Brandon Beane Will Have Control Over Buffalo's Roster
Brandon Beane emphasized that he and head coach Sean McDermott will take a collaborative approach on personnel decisions.

Mike Rodak/ESPN

Cris Carter Offers To Serve As Mentor To Michael Floyd
Cris Carter says he's willing to help Michael Floyd in whatever way possible after the wide receiver signed with the Vikings.

Chris Tomasson/Pioneer Press

Drew Brees Expects 'Tremendous' Running Game In New Orleans
The New Orleans Saints have long had a passing offense, but Drew Brees expects to see an effort to run the ball this season.

Michael David Smith/Pro Football Talk

Patriots, David Andrews Agree To Three-Year Extension
The Patriots have agreed to a three-year contract extension with starting center David Andrews, according to sources.

Mike Reiss/ESPN

Adviser: Three Teams Have Called About Colin Kaepernick
An adviser to Colin Kaepernick says he has been contacted by three teams inquiring about quarterback since the free-agency period began in March.

ESPN

Victor Cruz To Visit With Jaguars On May 23
Victor Cruz, 30, met with the Panthers months ago but has garnered little interest.

Kevin Patra/NFL

Stephon Gilmore Gets No. 24 From Cyrus Jones
Stephon Gilmore will wear No. 24 with the Patriots after wrestling the number away from Cyrus Jones.

Mike Florio/Pro Football Talk

NFL Denies Josh Gordon's Bid For Reinstatement
The NFL has denied Josh Gordon's application for reinstatement, according to a league source.

ESPN

Cowboys Have 'No Succinct Plans' For Tony Romo Tribute
Jerry Jones added that plans haven't been solidified because Tony Romo hasn't officially retired.

Conor Orr/NFL

Patriots Use Rare UFA Tender On LeGarrette Blount
The Patriots have issued an unrestricted free agent tender to LeGarrette Blount, according to a league source.

Field Yates/ESPN

Blaine Gabbert Agrees To One-Year Deal With Cardinals
Blaine Gabbert opened last season as the starting quarterback for the 49ers, but ceded the job to Colin Kaepernick five weeks later.

ESPN

Judge Agrees To Erase Aaron Hernandez's Murder Conviction
A judge ruled Tuesday that Aaron Hernandez's conviction in a 2013 murder can be erased because he died before his appeal was heard.

Associated Press

Giants Aren't Ready To Call Davis Webb Eli Manning's Heir Apparent
It's possible that Davis Webb, who the Giants selected in the third round of this year's draft, will eventually replace Eli Manning at quarterback.

The Rich Eisen Show

Muhammad Wilkerson Guarantees Jets Will Improve On 5-11 Season
Attending a charity function on Tuesday, Muhammad Wilkerson guaranteed that the Jets will improve on last season's 5-11 record.

Rich Cimini/ESPN

Bills Hire Brandon Beane As New GM
Brandon Beane had served as the Carolina Panthers' assistant GM since 2015.

ESPN.com

Colts To Unveil Peyton Manning Statue In October
The Colts have announced that they'll honor Peyton Manning with a statue outside Lucas Oil Stadium on Oct. 7.

Nick Shook/NFL

Patriots Favored In Every Game In 2017
The Patriots are the only NFL team favored in every game in the lines released by sportsbook operator CG Technology on Tuesday.

Ben Fawkes/ESPN

Ezekiel Elliott Wants To Be 'More Dominant' Second-Level Runner
Ezekiel Elliott led the NFL in rushing as a rookie, but still sees room for improvement.

Cowboys

New Raiders Stadium Hopes To Open By June 2020
The estimate has construction beginning in January 2018 and ending within 30 months.

Las Vegas Review Journal

NFL Pays $95M For 3 Percent Stake In Fanatics
The league made the investment in search a greater return on the rise in the sale of its merchandise.

Darren Rovell/ESPN

Tony Romo Fails To Qualify U.S. Open
Tony Romo failed to qualify for the 2017 U.S. Open after shooting a three-over 75 at Split Rail Links & Golf Club.

Todd Archer/ESPN

ESPN Extends Tim Tebow's Contract
Tim Tebow is still chasing his professional baseball dreams, but ESPN has extended his contract.

Michael David Smith/Pro Football Talk

Peyton Manning Urged Dolphins To Trade For Julius Thomas
The Dolphins asked Peyton Manning about Julius Thomas before acquiring him from the Jaguars.

Palm Beach Post

Scot McCloughan Auctioning Items To Help Washington's Foundation
Scot McCloughan is auctioning off items on eBay that he wore during his two years with the Washington Redskins, including an autographed camo hat.

John Keim/ESPN

Patrick Mahomes On Playbook: 'A Lot Harder Than I Thought'
Patrick Mahomes has spent just a few days with the Chiefs, but he's already a little overwhelmed by the team's playbook.

Nick Shook/NFL