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AP Sports WriterAP Source: Michigan DT Maurice Hurst cleared for pro dayBy LARRY LAGEANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) A person familiar with the situation says All-America defensive tackle Maurice Hurst has been given the OK by doctors to participate fully at Michigan's pro day.The person spoke Thursday night to...

Seahawks re-sign RB Mike Davis after strong end to 2017RENTON, Wash. (AP) The Seattle Seahawks are bringing back running back Mike Davis after a strong conclusion to the 2017 season.Davis signed his deal with the Seahawks on Thursday, reportedly a one-year contract. Davis was originally a restricted free...

Raiders re-sign QB EJ Manuel, add T Breno GiacominiALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have re-signed backup quarterback EJ Manuel and signed free agent tackle Breno Giacomini.The Raiders announced the moves on Thursday to bring Manuel back for a second season and to add a veteran to compete...

AP Pro Football WriterEric Reid says he doesn't plan to protest during anthemBy JOSH DUBOWSTANFORD, Calif. (AP) Free agent safety Eric Reid said Thursday he is not planning to protest during the national anthem this upcoming season.Reid has been among the NFL's most visible protesters since former San...

Associated PressProsecutors decline charges against Bills' Zay JonesBy MICHAEL BALSAMOLOS ANGELES (AP) Prosecutors will not bring criminal charges against Buffalo Bills receiver Zay Jones after a naked, bloody argument with his brother in Los Angeles earlier this week.Los Angeles prosecutors declined the case because of ''insufficient evidence,'' district...

Minnesota Vikings sign guard Tom ComptonEAGAN, Minn. (AP) The Minnesota Vikings have signed guard Tom Compton.The Vikings announced Thursday they have signed the former South Dakota offensive tackle who grew up in Minnesota.Compton spent last season with the Chicago Bears, where he played in 11 games with five...

Falcons re-sign defensive end Derrick Shelby to 1-year dealFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Falcons have re-signed defensive end Derrick Shelby to a one-year contract.The Falcons released the 29-year-old Shelby on March 2.Shelby signed a four-year, $18 million deal, with $7.5 million guaranteed, with Atlanta in 2016 after...

AP Pro Football WriterEric Reid says he doesn't plan to protest during anthemBy JOSH DUBOWSTANFORD, Calif. (AP) Free agent safety Eric Reid says he is not planning to protest during the national anthem this upcoming season.Reid has been among the NFL's most visible protesters since former San Francisco...

AP Sports WriterAP Source: Michigan DT Maurice Hurst cleared for pro dayBy LARRY LAGEANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) All-America defensive tackle Maurice Hurst has been given the OK by doctors to participate fully at Michigan's pro day, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke Thursday...

Falcons agree to terms with veteran tight end Logan PaulsenFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Falcons have added depth at tight end by agreeing to terms on a one-year deal with seven-year veteran Logan Paulsen.Atlanta was thin at the position after releasing Levine Toilolo.The 31-year-old Paulsen played in...

AP Pro Football WriterBroncos buy back minority stake in franchiseBy ARNIE STAPLETONENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) The Denver Broncos are staying in the Bowlen family after the team announced an agreement to buy back a portion of John Bowlen's minority stake in the franchise.The brother of majority owner Pat Bowlen...

Patriots re-sign special teams captain Matt SlaterFOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The New England Patriots have re-signed special teams captain Matt Slater.Originally drafted in the 10th round in 2008, Slater has spent 10 years with the team. He has been selected to the Pro Bowl as a special teamer seven...