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Eric Winston: Chiefs will run zone blocking

New Chiefs RT Eric Winston revealed in a written interview with SI.com's Peter King that Kansas City will run a zone-blocking scheme in 2012.

Tackles Winston and Branden Albert are plenty athletic for the system, and LG Ryan Lilja has zone-blocking experience from his Indianapolis tenure. "Going in I wasn't expecting to hear that the Chiefs would run a zone-blocking scheme, but that's exactly what I heard," Winston said of his K.C. visit. "That was like icing on the cake." The Chiefs have a good enough line to spring Jamaal Charles for long gains as a one-cut runner. We're not sure newly acquired Peyton Hillis, a power back, fits quite as well.

Source: SI.com

Mon, Mar 26, 2012 01:03:00 PM

Cards sign TE Carlson to 2-year, $4.65M deal

Cardinals signed TE John Carlson to a two-year, $4.65 million contract.

Concussion-plagued Carlson finished the 2013 season with 32 catches for 344 yards and one touchdown, appearing in 13 games with eight starts for Minnesota. He turns 30 in May. Although Carlson has never been an effective blocker or overly productive pass catcher in the NFL, teams seem to always hold him in high regard. His addition isn't good news for Rob Housler. As tight ends have never been a big part of Cardinals coach Bruce Arians' vertical passing offense, Carlson landing in Arizona has little or no expected fantasy impact.

Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter

Mar 7 - 4:03 PM

Report: Jags likely out of 1st-round QB derby

A league source tells the Florida Times Union that the Jaguars are unlikely to use a first-round pick on a quarterback after re-signing Chad Henne to a two-year contract on Friday.

There is increasing chatter that quarterbacks are going to fall in the draft, and the slides could be expedited if QB-needy teams like Jacksonville suddenly pull out of the derby. Of course, this is Lying Season in the NFL, making it difficult to trust anonymous "league sources." Stated the source, "With Henne back, I don't expect them to take QB until 2nd round and maybe not until 3rd or 4th round." It's worth noting that the source's quarterback expectation would be similar to the path that led the Seahawks to Russell Wilson. Gus Bradley was Seattle's defensive coordinator at the time. He's now the Jaguars' head coach.

Source: Ryan O'Halloran on Twitter

Mar 7 - 2:13 PM

Report: Eugene Monroe seeking $10M per year

The Carroll County Times reports free agent LT Eugene Monroe is seeking $10 million per year.

Per beat writer Matt Zenitz, the Ravens are offering Monroe $8 million to $9 million per year. So there's a decent-sized gap to be bridged before next Tuesday's start of free agency. GM Ozzie Newsome surrendered 2014 fourth- and fifth-round picks when he acquired Monroe via Jacksonville last October. If Monroe hits the market, the Dolphins are expected to pursue him aggressively.

Source: Matt Zenitz on Twitter

Mar 7 - 1:41 PM

Jaguars re-up Henne for two years, $8 million

Jaguars re-signed QB Chad Henne to a two-year, $8 million contract a $1.5 million signing bonus.

The Jaguars had expressed a desire to re-sign Henne since the season ended. Henne gives them a potential "bridge" quarterback should a rookie signal caller not be ready for the NFL. Henne, 29 in July, was one of the better options in a weak free-agent QB class. He started 13 games last season, completing 60.6 percent of his passes for 3,241 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 14 picks.

Source: Alex Marvez on Twitter

Mar 7 - 1:03 PM

Colts, FA Vontae Davis 'not close' to deal

The Indianapolis Star reports the Colts and free agent CB Vontae Davis aren't close to a deal.

"No deal is imminent, and the sides are relatively far apart in negotiations," writes Stephen Holder. The Colts have roughly 12 hours before Davis' agent can legally begin negotiating with the other 31 teams. At this point, Davis may as well test the open market and see what's out there. The Colts badly want to re-sign Davis but seem unwilling to commit the top dollars he wants right now.

Source: Indianapolis Star

Mar 7 - 12:07 PM

Report: 49ers in hunt for FA Michael Bennett

Profootballtalk.com's Mike Florio reported Friday that there could be a "bidding war" between the 49ers and Seahawks for free agent DE Michael Bennett.

Florio posted this on Twitter, then conceded on PFT's website that the Niners may be "feigning interest" in order to drive up Bennett's price tag for their division rivals. Bennett would be a bit of an odd fit in San Francisco's 3-4 scheme because he isn't a five-technique end, or a 3-4 rush 'backer. And the 49ers are strong at both of those positions. In addition to Seattle and apparently San Fran, the Bears, Jaguars, and Raiders are expected to pursue Bennett.

Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports

Mar 7 - 11:42 AM

Saints release WR Lance Moore, clear $2.53M

Saints released WR Lance Moore.

The Saints tried to trade Moore, but nobody was willing to take on his $3.6 million. New Orleans saves over $2.531 million against the cap with the move but eats over $2.537 million in dead money. Moore was the longest-tenured Saint prior to his release. At 31 (in August) and a product of Drew Brees and Sean Payton, we don't anticipate a hot market. Moore could make some sense reuniting with ex-Saints assistant Joe Lombardi, the new OC in Detroit.

Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter

Mar 7 - 11:33 AM

Colts re-sign P McAfee to 5-year, $14M deal

Colts re-signed P Pat McAfee to a five-year, $14 million contract.

Punters are people, too. The deal contains $5 million guaranteed and makes McAfee the NFL's fourth-highest paid punter in terms of guaranteed money. McAfee has one of the game's best legs and announced the deal on NFL Network's NFL AM show Friday morning. A year after being the Colts' "franchise player," McAfee gets the security he was eyeing. He also handles kickoffs.

Mar 7 - 9:50 AM

Report: Ware believes he would do well in FA

ESPN Dallas reports DeMarcus Ware believes he can "get a payday in free agency" if the Cowboys release him.

In other words, he's not feeling pressure to take a pay cut. The Cowboys need Ware to significantly slash his $12.25 million salary if they're to have any breathing room in free agency. It's understandable why Ware would bet on himself — his résumé needs no inflation — but he showed major signs of breaking down in 2013. Teams would have to be in a gambling mood to commit big bucks to a 32-year-old (in July) pass rusher.

Source: Calvin Watkins on Twitter

Mar 6 - 9:34 PM

Report: Bucs 'looking at' McCown & Shaun Hill

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports the Bucs are "in the market" for a backup quarterback, and will be "looking at" free agents Josh McCown and Shaun Hill.

New Bucs GM Jason Licht recently said he's "absolutely" looking for a veteran to compete with Mike Glennon, and in theory, McCown is the best he could do on the open market. That ignores the fact that the 34-year-old journeyman may well be little more than a product of Marc Trestman's masterful coaching. ESPN's Adam Schefter doesn't expect McCown to re-sign with the Bears.

Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter

Mar 6 - 8:20 PM

Report: Pats talked with Edelman Thursday

ESPN reports the Patriots and free agent Julian Edelman "discussed a new contract" on Thursday.

The Boston Globe reported late last month that the sides had yet to talk, so it's possible they're just now beginning negotiations. Edelman's rep can begin talking with other teams on Saturday. The open market is likely alluring for the former seventh rounder, but Edelman would be tempting fate if he moved on from a fit as perfect as New England. Of course, he may have no choice if the Pats make a low-ball offer.

Source: Field Yates on Twitter

Mar 6 - 5:37 PM