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AP Sports WriterCollins to test free agency after Giants skip franchise tagBy TOM CANAVANEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The New York Giants apparently have decided not to put a franchise tag on three-time Pro Bowl safety Landon Collins.The Giants' leading tackler in each of his four seasons with the...

Colts re-sign Hunt, keep starting DT off free-agent marketINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Defensive tackle Margus Hunt has re-signed with the Indianapolis Colts, keeping him off the free-agent market.The 6-foot-8, 298-pound lineman started 15 games with Indy last season, primarily at tackle after starting the season as an end. He posted...

AP Pro Football WriterClelin Ferrell out to shoot down mispronunciationsBy ARNIE STAPLETONINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Many prospects use the NFL scouting combine as a chance to clear their good name, rectifying misconceptions about their game or skillset or any misperceptions about their worth ethic or character.Clemson edge rusher Clelin Ferrell...

Campbell, Isabella post best times at NFL scouting combineINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Receivers Parris Campbell and Andy Isabella each completed the 40-yard dash in 4.31 seconds to post the fastest times Saturday at the NFL's annual scouting combine.Mecole Hardman and D.K. Metcalf tied for third at 4.33 and were the...

AP Pro Football WriterNick Bosa healthy again, following dad and brother into NFLBy ARNIE STAPLETONINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Nick Bosa found himself in the news again last week when Zion Williamson sprained his right knee in the opening minute against North Carolina.The sight of his left shoe tearing apart and...

AP Sports WriterSmall school success stories provide motivation at combineBy MICHAEL MAROTINDIANAPOLIS (AP) Defensive lineman Darryl Johnson sees hope for small-school players all around the NFL.One of his former teammates at North Carolina A&T, running back Tarik Cohen, plays for the Chicago Bears. Another ex-college teammate, offensive lineman...

Alex Collins faces gun, drug charges after release by RavensBALTIMORE (AP) Former Baltimore Ravens running back Alex Collins is out on bond after being charged with drug and gun violations.Collins was arrested after an early-morning car crash Friday and subsequently cut by the Ravens. The single-car accident occurred...

Raiders sign offense lineman Denzelle Good to year extensionALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have signed offensive lineman Denzelle Good to a one-year extension.He was eligible to become an unrestricted free agent this month before signing Saturday.Good was claimed off waivers by Oakland from Indianapolis late last year....

Acquitted of sexual assault, Baylor's Oakman looks to NFLWACO, Texas (AP) Former Baylor football player Shawn Oakman says he wants to try to enter the NFL after being acquitted of sexual assault.A defensive end, Oakman was Baylor's career leader in sacks and was pursuing a professional career when...

Alex Collins faces gun, drug charges after release by RavensBALTIMORE (AP) Former Baltimore Ravens running back Alex Collins is out on bond after being charged with drug and gun violations.Collins was arrested after an early-morning car crash Friday and subsequently cut by the Ravens. The single-car accident occurred...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Chiefs franchising star linebacker Dee FordBy DAVE SKRETTAThe Kansas City Chiefs are placing the franchise tag on outside linebacker Dee Ford after the best season of his career, though that could be just the first step in their dealings with him.The decision was made on...

AP Sports WriterAP source: Chiefs franchising star linebacker Dee FordBy DAVE SKRETTAA person familiar with the decision tells The Associated Press the Kansas City Chiefs are placing the franchise tag on Dee Ford, who was poised to hit free agency after the best season of his career.The person spoke...