Derek Carr’s big contract extension is just another reason for wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson to be happy about joining the Oakland Raiders as a free agent.

Safety Tony Jefferson acknowledges he was initially apprehensive about leaving the Arizona Cardinals for the Baltimore Ravens in free agency.

Falcons running back Devonta Freeman expects to get a new contract commensurate with his strong production.

Rich McKay admits to being one of the main proponents of the NFL’s more rigid approach to enforcing rules meant to curb player celebrations.

Tramon Williams knew he wanted out of the Cleveland Browns last season. The veteran cornerback no longer could deal with the lack of stability in the organization.

Vince Wilfork isn’t sure if he’s finished with football. The veteran nose tackle has yet to announce his retirement, and is holding off because he still might want to continue playing.

Josh Norman had his reasons for recently describing his 2016 season as the best of his career.

It would be safe to assume Tom Savage isn’t happy that the Houston Texans decided to trade up in last April’s draft to select Deshaun Watson.

Entering his 15th NFL season, Terence Newman has become more than a highly experienced cornerback for the Minnesota Vikings.

New York Giants safety Darian Thompson says he’s doing well in his recovery from a foot injury that eventually required surgery and limited him to only two games as a rookie last season.

In many ways, the Philadelphia Eagles’ 2016 season hinged on the availability of offensive tackle Lane Johnson.

Carson Palmer is 37 years old, which means the window of opportunity for the Arizona Cardinals to win a Super Bowl with him as their starting quarterback would figure to be nearly closed.

More than anything, it was the timing of the New York Jets’ release of linebacker David Harris that upset the player’s long-time agent.

So far, the Seattle Seahawks haven’t gone beyond kicking the tires on free agent Colin Kaepernick.

Jon Gruden got his start in coaching with the San Francisco 49ers. His first head-coaching job was with the Oakland Raiders. So his professional history in California is pretty extensive. ‘The state of California, I spent a lot of my … Continued

For Tyrell Williams, the Los Angeles Chargers couldn’t have done a whole lot better than make Anthony Lynn their new head coach. Williams is impressed with everything that Lynn, the former offensive coordinator and interim head coach of the Buffalo … Continued

With the Seattle Seahawks mired in controversy after an explosive piece in ESPN The Magazine revealed all sorts of acrimony within the team, questions linger about the atmosphere in the locker room.

Brandon Graham’s first instinct was to laugh at reports he was staying away from offseason workouts with the Philadelphia Eagles because he was unhappy with his contract. “But when it kind of got blown out of proportion, I was just … Continued

Gary Barnidge is patient. He understands that NFL teams are assessing what they have at tight end through OTAs and minicamps to determine if they want to turn to him for help at the position. ‘I’ve shown I’ve been able … Continued

Kelvin Beachum likes it all — the team, the teammates. He even likes the change in climate, from warmer to colder. Everything about being a member of the New York Jets, who he joined as a free agent from the … Continued

They were college teammates, they were NFL opponents. Now, they’re reunited again, as members of the Jacksonville Jaguars. So it’s fair to say that cornerback A.J. Bouye, a University of Central Florida product who joined the Jaguars as a free agent … Continued

Blank is overwhelmingly positive following the Falcons’ heartbreaking Super Bowl LI loss.

Myles Garrett provided a little intrigue about his role as a rookie edge rusher for the Cleveland Browns this season.

Doug Whaley believes he knows why he no longer is the general manager of the Buffalo Bills.

Entering his ninth NFL season, all with the Buffalo Bills, Eric Wood knows a thing or two about change. He is on his eighth head coach, counting the interim coach (Perry Fewell) who guided the team through the final seven games … Continued

Jason McCourty likes the vibe around his new team, the Cleveland Browns. The cornerback who recently signed with the Browns as a free agent doesn’t sense that the players are living under a cloud of losing after last season’s 1-15 … Continued

Two different quarterbacks, two different perceptions.

DeMarcus Ware believes that NFL teams are intentionally turning their collective back on free-agent quarterback Colin Kaepernick.

Some prognosticators had Nathan Peterman being selected in the second or third round of the NFL Draft. Few thought he would go as low as the fifth, but that’s where the former University of Pittsburgh quarterback ended up being chosen — by … Continued

The NFL’s new senior director of officiating sees one primary goal for game officials. Eliminate the gray areas. ‘We try to make it as black and white as possible’ “And we try to make it as black and white as … Continued

Mike Pereira sees a daunting task ahead for Al Riveron, the NFL’s new senior vice president of officiating.

The Arizona Cardinals aren’t in any hurry to find a quarterback of the future.

John Lynch didn’t work with a whole lot of doubt or trepidation. The new general manager of the San Francisco 49ers sought as much information as possible before the team made Alabama linebacker Reuben Foster a first-round pick in the … Continued

Wade Phillips has always drawn from the many lessons he learned from his legendary father, Bum Phillips, during his long and highly successful coaching career in the NFL. There were enough, literally, to fill a book. ‘Griping at players after … Continued

John Dorsey knew the Kansas City Chiefs were on the verge of something special during trade negotiations with the Buffalo Bills before this year’s NFL Draft. The Chiefs’ general manager saw a unique opportunity when the Bills finally agreed to … Continued

The Miami Dolphins knew what they needed after their wild-card playoff loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers last January. More and better linebackers. ‘It was a position we felt like we just needed more players and depth’ That, according to executive … Continued

The Oakland Raiders recognize the priorities they have with their franchise quarterback, Derek Carr, and standout guard Gabe Jackson. General Manager Reggie McKenzie said they will be “starting those conversations shortly” with both players. ‘We’re always trying to make sure … Continued

The Indianapolis Colts intend to be as patient as necessary with Andrew Luck’s recovery from the surgery he underwent on his throwing shoulder, a revelation team owner Jim Irsay made in January. That’s what Colts General Manager Chris Ballard told … Continued

General Manager Tom Telesco (photo on left) readily admits the Los Angeles Chargers didn’t have “the most sexy” picks in the first three rounds of the NFL Draft, especially with the selections of guards Forrest Lamp, of Western Kentucky, and Dan … Continued

Once it was clear to the Chicago Bears’ hierarchy that Mitch Trubisky had everything the team wanted in a franchise quarterback, the decision to move up to the second overall pick in the NFL Draft to get him was made. General Manager … Continued

On Friday morning, as the Minnesota Vikings were preparing for the second and third rounds of the NFL Draft, General Manager Rick Spielman wanted to add one final piece to “a lot of research” the team had done on the background … Continued

The phone is supposed to ring, right? That’s how the script usually plays out when a college prospect learns he has been selected by an NFL team. ‘I thought the phone had to ring if you get picked’ It didn’t … Continued

Charles Clay likes what he has been hearing from new Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott. The veteran tight end also likes what he has been seeing and doing during offseason workouts, including how he and the rest of the Bills’ … Continued

Through most of his 10 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, Adrian Peterson was a focal point. Now, the All-Pro running back who literally carried the Vikings’ offensive load shifts into a complementary role with the New Orleans Saints. Peterson gets to do his part to enhance … Continued

If all goes according to plan, Patrick Mahomes not only will be a high pick in the NFL Draft, but he’ll also be chosen by a team close to home. Mahomes didn’t mention that team by name during his interview … Continued

SiriusXM will provide listeners nationwide with comprehensive coverage of the 2017 NFL Draft, with live coverage of every selection from every round, plus more.

Mike Williams has no doubt about the sort of impact he expects to make in the NFL. The former Clemson receiver is confident he’ll be a major difference-maker. And it won’t only be because of his production. Williams see himself … Continued

Michael North isn’t quite kicking back and relaxing just yet. The man who oversees the assembling of the NFL schedule knows the job is never considered done even after the league announces, as it did Thursday, the days and times … Continued

The circumstances aren’t ideal, but Sidney Jones is optimistic about his ability to contribute to an NFL team as soon as September. The University of Washington cornerback told Alex Marvez and Bill Polian that he’s on target to return after … Continued