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  Veteran defensive tackle Dockett joins 49ers on 2-year deal

  Defensive tackle Darnell Dockett notes on his Twitter page header that he will be "2016 comeback player of the year." It looks like he will get that ... 

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  NFL teams look for bargains, avoid busts in free agency

  NFL teams and their fans have been waiting for free agency since last season ended. Salary cap space has been counted and rechecked, ready for ... 

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  Manning back for 18th season after signing reworked deal

  If the Denver Broncos' 2015 season goes the way he hopes, Peyton Manning will earn back every penny of the $4 million pay cut he took Thursday. No. 

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  NFL: Greg Hardy is eligible to sign free agent contract

  Panthers defensive end and soon-to-be free agent Greg Hardy will be allowed to sign a new contract even if he remains on the commissioner's exempt ... 

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  Wilfork: Patriots aren't picking up my option

  Defensive tackle Vince Wilfork said Thursday he will not be back with New England next season, ending an 11-year stay in which he won two Super Bowls ... 

• NFL stadium supporters in LA suburb file ballot paperwork

  Organizers behind a proposed stadium for the Oakland Raiders and the San Diego Chargers in a Los Angeles suburb filed paperwork Wednesday to bring ... 

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  With Peterson's status in question, Vikings pay a visit

  The Minnesota Vikings have made their in-person pitch to Adrian Peterson, the latest step toward resolving the star running back's unclear status. 

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  AP source: Vikings to meet with Adrian Peterson on Wednesday

  Adrian Peterson is about to feel what it's like to be recruited again. Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and GM Rick Spielman plan to travel ... 

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  Vikings agree to trade Cassel to Bills

  The Minnesota Vikings and the Buffalo Bills agreed on a trade Wednesday that will send quarterback Matt Cassel to the Bills next week and give the ... 

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  Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh aids traffic crash victims

  Jim Harbaugh took a break from rescuing Michigan's football team to come to the aid of two people hurt in a traffic accident. According to WDIV-TV ... 

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  With McCoy trade, Kelly proves every player expendable

  Chip Kelly's latest bold move is another example of his coaching philosophy: "Culture beats scheme." Two people familiar with the deal told The ... 

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  Jameis Winston has predraft meeting with Buccaneers

  Jameis Winston met with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, hoping to make a good impression on the team considering taking the Heisman Trophy-winning ... 

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  AP Source: Greg Hardy to meet with NFL officials

  Panthers defensive end and soon-to-be free agent Greg Hardy will meet with NFL officials in New York on Wednesday to discuss his domestic violence ... 

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  Ex-Auburn quarterback Marshall trying to find NFL home

  Nick Marshall is willing to play anywhere in the NFL. Offense, defense or special teams, he just wants to be in the league. So, he spent Auburn's pro ... 

• Agency files to trademark 'Famous Jameis' for Winston

  The marketing agency that represents Jameis Winston is trying to trademark "Famous Jameis," the popular nickname for the Heisman Trophy during his two ... 

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  No franchise tag for Detroit's Suh as deadline passes

  Ndamukong Suh can test the open market when free agency begins March 10 after the Detroit Lions did not use the franchise tag on the star defensive ... 

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  Lawmaker reimburses private plane expenses for football game

  Illinois Rep. Aaron Schock reimbursed the U.S. government for more than $1,200 in travel expenses for attending a Chicago Bears football game last ... 

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  Vikings have had 'open dialogue' with Peterson

  The Minnesota Vikings have been trying to take advantage of their opportunity to communicate with Adrian Peterson. General manager Rick Spielman said ... 

• Giants place franchise tag on DE Jason Pierre-Paul

  The New York Giants placed the franchise tag on defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul after the 26-year-old rebounded from two injury-plagued seasons. 

• NFL salary cap increases $10 million to top $143 million

  The NFL's salary cap is going up $10 million to $143.28 million for the 2015 season. All 32 teams and the players' union were notified Monday of the ... 

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  Chiefs place franchise tag on All-Pro Houston

  The Kansas City Chiefs signaled they have no intention of parting ways with Justin Houston on Monday, moving swiftly to place the franchise tag on ... 

• Cowboys put franchise tag worth $12.8 million on Dez Bryant

  Dez Bryant will get four more months to work on a long-term deal with the Cowboys and make $12.8 million next year after the team used its franchise ... 

• Broncos place franchise tag on Demaryius Thomas

  The Denver Broncos have placed their franchise tag on star receiver Demaryius Thomas, guaranteeing him roughly $12.8 million next season and buying ...