Fri, 24 May 2013 09:02:24 PDT

Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent leaves court Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 in Dallas.  A judge ordered Brent to wear an electronic monitor pending his trial on an intoxication manslaughter charge in the one-car crash that killed a teammate. (AP Photo/Michael Mulvey)

DALLAS (AP) -- A judge has ordered more alcohol monitoring for a Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle awaiting trial on an intoxicated manslaughter charge.


Thu, 23 May 2013 14:38:47 PDT

Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III looks back across the field after an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Landover, Md., Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. The Seahawks defeated the Redskins 24-14. (AP Photo/Richard Lipski)

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Robert Griffin III's rehab started with a ''cry festival.'' Then came a special new passcode for his cellphone and a chance to hash things out with coach Mike Shanahan.


Thu, 23 May 2013 17:49:06 PDT

Arizona Cardinals rookie Tyrann Mathieu takes his helmet off during practice in the 100-degree heat at the Cardinals training facility on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

PHOENIX (AP) -- Former LSU defensive back Tyrann Mathieu has signed a four-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals.


Thu, 23 May 2013 13:31:32 PDT
HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Texans have donated $100,000 to help in relief efforts in the wake of this week's devastating and deadly tornado in Oklahoma.
Thu, 23 May 2013 10:49:09 PDT
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- The New York Giants may have to start looking for a fullback.
Thu, 23 May 2013 13:58:40 PDT

Cleveland Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden comes off the field after an off-season workout at the NFL football team's practice facility in Berea, Ohio Thursday, May 23, 2013. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)

BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden is heading home to help his cherished Oklahoma heal.


Thu, 23 May 2013 14:13:32 PDT
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan says receiver Pierre Garcon and cornerback Josh Wilson are recovering from offseason surgeries.
Thu, 23 May 2013 15:14:35 PDT

THIS CORRECTS THE FIRST NAME TO KAWANN, NOT KAWAAN AS ORIGINALLY SENT -  Carolina Panthers' first-round draft pick, defensive tackle Star Lotulelei (96) signs an autographs as the team's second round pick, Kawann Short (68), walks past during NFL football practice in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, May 23,2013. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The Panthers have signed all five of their draft picks.


Thu, 23 May 2013 15:16:41 PDT

FILE - In this Feb. 9, 2013 file photo, the sun sets on the snow covered parking lot at Metlife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.  The 2013 season is on the horizon and so is the cold-weather Super Bowl. The title game on Feb. 2 at MetLife Stadium is less than nine months away. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- The NFL draft is history. Organized team activities are under way. Minicamps will follow next month, and training camps will open a month after that.


Thu, 23 May 2013 14:15:40 PDT

Buffalo Bills' head coach Doug Marrone, left, and defensive coordinator Mike Pettine, right, watch the rookie minicamp at the team's NFL football training facility in Orchard Park, N.Y., Friday, May 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Bill Wippert)

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- Emphasizing surprise and versatility, Buffalo Bills first-year defensive coordinator Mike Pettine is unveiling a new scheme designed to keep opponents guessing.