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Patriots' Edelman scores on a touchdown catch against the Ravens during the first half of their NFL football game in Baltimore, Maryland

New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman (C) scores on a touchdown catch against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of their NFL football game in Baltimore, Maryland, September 23, 2012. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst (UNITED STATES - Tags: SPORT FOOTBALL)

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Will the Bills draft OT Jake Matthews at No. 9?

Dolphins G.M. Dennis Hickey says he always wants more good players: “When you think you have depth, be careful, because you don’t.”

Patriots WR Julian Edelman on what he wanted in a new contract: “A little security on how many years I’ll be here, I’ve never really been in that situation. I’ve always felt like if I had a bad practice, I could potentially get cut the next day, like stuff like that. Ultimately it’s good to be back with this franchise, and it’s a surreal moment.”

Jets G.M. John Idzik doesn’t believe in quick fixes.

The Ravens are open to bringing back free agent TE Ed Dickson, who hasn’t drawn a lot of interest.

Bengals QB Jason Campbell is happy to be a mentor.

The Browns are among the teams meeting with former Missouri DE Michael Sam.

Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger was hoping to keep WR Jerricho Cotchery, who instead signed with the Panthers.

The Texans still hope they can find someone willing to give up a draft pick for QB Matt Schaub.

New Colts DE Arthur Jones looks how old Colts DE Cory Redding would look if Redding found a fountain of youth, according to one teammate.

Jaguars coach Gus Bradley was in attendance at Notre Dame’s Pro Day.

Titans C Brian Schwenke is making progress after ankle surgery but isn’t sure if he’ll be ready for OTAs.

Said Broncos CB Aqib Talib, “I definitely had an offer from the Patriots. But there was language in there that definitely was a little shaky compared to Denver’s offer.”

The Chiefs will probably draft a return specialist.

Bill Walsh would tell the Raiders to draft a quarterback.

Is UCLA pass rusher Anthony Barr a fit for the Chargers?

Cowboys WR Dez Bryant has told Terrance Williams that it’s time to step up as the No. 2 receiver.

Giants QB Eli Manning is hitting back against a memorabilia dealer who is suing him.

Would any team give the Eagles a third-round pick for WR DeSean Jackson?

Washington is still looking for a free agent center.

Devin Hester will be missed in Chicago.

Former Lions WR Titus Young is close to a plea deal on multiple charges from his 2013 crime spree.

Packers President Mark Murphy is pleased with where things stand this offseason.

Said Vikings QB Matt Cassel, “The fact of the matter was the Vikings had come to me with a deal a few days prior to free agency, but I thought, after talking it over with my wife and my family, that we really enjoyed our time there in Minnesota.”

Falcons owner Arthur Blank, who got divorced last year, is now engaged to be married.

Panthers WR Jerricho Cotchery knows there’s only one No. 89 in Carolina, and that’s Steve Smith.

Here’s a look at where things stand for the Saints in free agency.

Signing with the Bucs is a homecoming for CB Mike Jenkins.

Cardinals General Manager Steve Keim said of free agency, “I certainly think we’ve made some improvements. I don’t want to step out on a limb and say that we’re there yet. As a perfectionist, I think we all look at things and would like to be a little deeper in certain positions.”

The Rams sent assistant head coach Dave McGinnis, special teams coordinator John Fassel, assistant offensive line coach Andy Dickerson and scout Evan Ardoin to Missouri’s Pro Day.

San Francisco WR Anquan Boldin received the NFL Players Association’s Byron “Whizzer” White Award for service to team, community and country. A check for $100,000 will be presented to Boldin’s foundation for underprivileged youth.

The Seahawks have lost a lot of talent this offseason.