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Healthy Locker trying to take control of Titans

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Jake Locker believes the best way to be a leader is by doing, not talking. It's why the Titans quarterback worked so hard on his recovery from …

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Harris aims to fend off Rodgers-Cromartie

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos keep bringing in veteran free-agent cornerbacks and Chris Harris keeps fending them off.

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Miami loses votes for 2 Super Bowl bids

BOSTON (AP) — Miami lost out on a chance to host the Super Bowl in 2016 and 2017.

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Indy poised to make 2018 bid for Super Bowl

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis organizers appear poised to bid on hosting second Super Bowl.

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Amendola among 9 new receivers on Pats roster

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — There are plenty of new wide receivers on the field at the New England Patriots' offseason workouts.

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Chiefs installing mixed bag offensive system

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs are putting together an offensive system that promises to be bold and dynamic, if not downright revolutionary, a blend o…

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Competition opens for Bengals backup QB job

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals have opened the competition for the backup quarterback job, one of the few notable spots that are open on the roster.

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NFL, Xbox enhancing interactive television viewing

The NFL and Microsoft, through its next generation Xbox console, are combining to enhance interactive TV viewing of pro football games.

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Steelers ready to work after bumpy offseason

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin has a new motto he'd like his player to follow in 2013: less talk, more work.

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Schiano reiterates Freeman is Bucs QB

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Josh Freeman is back on the practice field, feeling good about himself and the future of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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NFL rookies kick off their careers posing for football cards

EJ Manuel of Florida State was the first quarterback taken in the NFL draft, but he was joined by 39 fellow NFL rookies this past weekend to pose for some special phot…

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Jaguars give castoffs Deaderick, Love fresh start

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Cast off by New England, Brandon Deaderick and Kyle Love are trying to catch on in Jacksonville.

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Saints ready to practice with Payton again

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints players say they expect their return to the practice field this week to be intense, given the tone Sean Payton has set at club he…

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Seattle opens OTAs with off-field distractions

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks started organized team activities with very little talk about anything that took place on the field.

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Raiders plan for Woodson visit

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Charles Woodson will receive quite a greeting from Oakland Raiders fans when he makes a free agent visit to the team's facilities on Tuesday.

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Lions WR Johnson confirms he had injured fingers

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Calvin Johnson is downplaying whatever was wrong with his fingers last year.

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Te'o off-limits to media but not Maxim party

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The San Diego Chargers are keeping Manti Te'o off-limits to the media — for now.

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Jaguars RB Jones-Drew working out in South Florida

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Maurice Jones-Drew has gone south for the summer — again.

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Seattle reaches deal with 2nd round pick Michael

RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Second-round pick Christine Michael and the Seattle Seahawks have reach agreement on a multi-year contract just as organized team activities begin.

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Bills DE Williams says texts taken out of context

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams denies ever contemplating suicide, and says private comments he made in text messages are being ta…

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Ex-NFL WR Johnson arrested on probation violation

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex…

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Super Bowl 50 site to be decided Tuesday

BOSTON (AP) — NFL owners will vote on the sites of the 50th and 51st Super Bowls on Tuesday at their spring meetings.

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AP source: Bills reach deal with rookie WR Woods

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — A person familiar with negotiations says the Buffalo Bills have reached an agreement to sign receiver Robert Woods, their second-round draft.

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11 Seminoles, 8 Gators, 3 USF Bulls go in NFL Draft

Here is the list of players from the University of Florida, Florida State and South Florida selected in the 2013 NFL Draft.

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Meester to play, signs 1-year deal with Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) - Center Brad Meester has decided to rejoin the Jacksonville Jaguars, signing a one-year deal to play a 14th season.

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OL Nate Garner re-signs with Dolphins

MIAMI (AP) - Versatile offensive lineman Nate Garner has re-signed with the Miami Dolphins.

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Eagles get WR Benn from Buccaneers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - The Eagles have acquired wide receiver Arrelious Benn and a seventh-round pick from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Philadelphia's sixth-round choice …

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Former Rams WR Brandon Gibson signs with Dolphins

MIAMI (AP) - Receiver Brandon Gibson has signed with the Miami Dolphins, giving young quarterback Ryan Tannehill a third new target through free agency.

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TE Keller agrees to 1-year deal with Miami

MIAMI (AP) - Tight end Dustin Keller has signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.

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Bucs sign LB Casillas, WR Ogletree

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed free agent linebacker Jonathan Casillas and receiver Kevin Ogletree, while also reaching agreements to keep thr…

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Jaguars sign free agent LB Geno Hayes

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) - The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed free-agent linebacker Geno Hayes, giving the team a potential replacement for veteran Daryl Smith.

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AP Source: Safety Goldson agrees on deal with Bucs

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - A person with knowledge of the contract says free agent safety Dashon Goldson has agreed to a $41.25 million, five-year deal with the Tampa Bay Bu…

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Former Raiders LB Wheeler signs with Dolphins

MIAMI (AP) - Linebacker Philip Wheeler has signed a $26 million, five-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.

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AP source: Wallace agrees to deal with Dolphins

MIAMI (AP) - A person with knowledge of the agreement says receiver Mike Wallace has agreed to a multiyear contract with the Miami Dolphins.

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AP source: Ellerbe agrees to deal with Dolphins

A person with knowledge of the contract says inside linebacker Dannell Ellerbe has agreed to a $35 million, five-year deal with the Miami Dolphins.

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QB Moore signs 2-year deal to remain with Dolphins

MIAMI (AP) - Quarterback Matt Moore has signed a two-year contract to remain with the Miami Dolphins as a backup rather than testing free agency next week and pursuing…

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Dolphins Stadium bill survives tough fight

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) - The Miami Dolphins are getting some resistance in their effort to get tax dollars to renovate Sun Life Stadium.

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WR Hartline reaches deal to remain with Dolphins

MIAMI (AP) - Brian Hartline's agent says the veteran receiver has agreed to terms on a five-year deal for nearly $31 million to remain with the Miami Dolphins.

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Dolphins stadium bill will require voter approval

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) - Voters may get a say in whether tax dollars can be used to renovate the Miami Dolphins football stadium.

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Dolphins use franchise tag on DT Randy Starks

DAVIE, Fla. (AP) - The Miami Dolphins have designated defensive tackle Randy Starks as their franchise player.

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Bucs player accused of having gun at NY airport

NEW YORK (AP) - Authorities say an NFL player has been arrested at a New York airport after police found a loaded handgun in his luggage.

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Miami stadium deal might hinge on 2016 Super Bowl

MIAMI (AP) - Even if voters approve using tax money to help upgrade the Miami Dolphins' stadium, a deal might be contingent on the NFL awarding the 2016 Super Bowl to …

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Dolphins G Incognito, DT Starks added Pro Bowl

MIAMI (AP) - Miami Dolphins guard Richie Incognito and defensive tackle Randy Starks have been added to the AFC Pro Bowl roster.

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Tampa Bay rookie RB Doug Martin heads to Pro Bowl

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back Doug Martin is being added to the NFC Pro Bowl roster, taking the place of San Francisco 49ers runner Frank…

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Peyton Manning, Peterson make Pro Bowl

NEW YORK (AP) -- Peyton Manning and Adrian Peterson want to cap their sensational comebacks with Super Bowl appearances. For now, they can be proud of Pro Bowl spots.