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Free agency: Follow all the moves
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Free agency: Follow all the moves

Published Mar. 13, 2012 1:00 a.m. ET

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Report: Colts bringing back Reggie Wayne

Reggie Wayne has agreed in principle to a new deal that will keep him with the Colts, according to a person with knowledge of the deal but who requested anonymity because the details were still being worked out. Wayne is expected to sign Wednesday morning.

It's a rare move for the Colts, who last week cut Peyton Manning, linebacker Gary Brackett and safety Melvin Bullitt — all captains — along with tight end Dallas Clark and running back Joseph Addai. They also lost free agent receiver Pierre Garcon to the Redskins on Tuesday.

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--The Associated Press

Reports: Vincent Jackson bags big Bucs

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made a major play in the free agency sweepstakes. Vincent Jackson has agreed to a deal with Tampa Bay, according to multiple reports.

--Jay Glazer

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Dolphins shipping Marshall to Bears

FOXSports.com has learned that the Miami Dolphins have agreed to trade Pro Bowl wide receiver Brandon Marshall to the Chicago Bears for third-round picks in 2012 and 2013.

--Jay Glazer

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Source: Finnegan, Rams 'have a deal in place'

Cortland Finnegan and his former head coach are about to be reunited.

A source told FOXSports.com that Finnegan and St. Louis “have a deal in place” that would bring the Tennessee Titans cornerback to the Rams. Contract details weren’t immediately available, but the source said the salary was expected to average around $10 million a season.

--Alex Marvez

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Douglas, Redman re-sign with Falcons

A source told FOXSports.com that wide receiver Harry Douglas had agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension. Financial details weren’t immediately available.

Backup quarterback Chris Redman also signed a one-year deal, a source said. Financial details weren’t immediately available.

--Alex Marvez

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Source: Moss' deal is worth up to $4 million

Newly-minted San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Randy Moss' one-year contract carries a maximum value of $4 million, according to a league source with knowledge of the situation.

The former Pro Bowl wid receiver is due a $1.75 million base salary.

He's also due a $750,000 roster bonus paid out by $46,875 for every game that he's on the active roster.

--Scout.com

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Bears, Campbell agree to deal

Quarterback Jason Campbell agreed to a one-year contract Tuesday with the Chicago Bears and will back up Jay Cutler.

Campbell has spent the past two years in Oakland after playing his first four seasons with Washington and has started 70 of the 71 games he has appeared in. But he was injured midway through last season and the Raiders brought in Carson Palmer.

He has completed 1,296 of 2,131 passes for 14,417 yards, 74 touchdowns and 50 interceptions in his career.

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--Associated Press

Source: Carlson to visit Chiefs

Seattle Seahawks free agent tight end John Carlson is scheduled to visit the Kansas City Chiefs, a league source confirmed.

Meanwhile, Carlson, 27, has multiple other teams heavily interested in acquiring the services.

Per the source, Carlson is also drawing interest from several teams in need of a tight end. That includes the Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears, Indianapolis Colts and the Minnesota Vikings.

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--Scout.com

Source: Jason Brown to visit Panthers

Veteran free agent center Jason Brown is scheduled to visit the Carolina Panthers, according to a league source with knowledge of the situation.

Cut by the St. Louis Rams on Tuesday, Brown has already been contacted by four NFL teams.

The Rams abruptly replaced Brown with Tony Wragge at the end of last season despite Brown receiving high blocking grades from the coaching staff.

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--Scout.com

Jets bring back Thomas

The New York Jets have re-signed veteran outside linebacker Bryan Thomas to a one-year contract.

“Bryan has meant a lot to this organization over his 10 seasons and we are excited he will continue his career here," general manager Mike Tannenbaum said in a statement. “He is a versatile defender who is adept as a pass rusher and against the run. He understands the defense, allowing him to play a variety of roles for us.”

Thomas ended last season on injured reserve with an Achilles injury.

For his career, he has recorded 452 tackles, 32 1/2 sacks, 63 1/2 tackles for losses, eight forced fumbles, six fumble recoveries, 14 pass deflections and an interception in an AFC championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

-- Scout.com

Portis drawing interest

Former Washington Redskins star running back Clinton Portis has two upcoming visits to NFL teams and has been contacted by four teams since free agency began, according to his agent, Jason Fletcher.

Portis, 30, rushed for 227 yards on 54 carries in 2010, but didn't play last season as he recuperated from a serious groin injury.

Portis has rushed for 9,923 career yards and 75 touchdowns with a career 4.4 average per carry.

“Clinton looks like he did when he first came out of the University of Miami," agent Jason Fletcher of B&F Sports said in a telephone interview. "He is in tip-top shape. He has been medically cleared since January. He is in Arizona training six days per week. He is a chiseled 222 pounds, and he is eager to re-establish himself as one of the top running backs in the NFL, not only as a rusher, but also as a pass blocker and as a receiver."

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-- Scout.com

Cowboys interested in Carr

The Dallas Cowboys released veteran cornerback Terence Newman on Tuesday and will visit with his possible replacement Tuesday night.

The Cowboys were expected to have interest in Kansas City corner Brandon Carr and according to multiple reports, they'll get their chance to meet with him face-to-face.

Carr, 25, is a 6-0, 207-pounder who intercepted eight passes in four seasons with the Chiefs. He had four interceptions last year and has broken up 59 passes in the last three seasons. Carr, a former standout at Division II Grand Valley State University, was drafted by Kansas City in the fifth round of the 2008 NFL Draft.

The chances of the Chiefs re-signing the veteran corner seem slim considering they recently signed cornerback Stanford Routt to a three-year deal worth nearly $20 million. Kansas City also extended the contract of starting cornerback Brandon Flowers in September, rewarding him with a five-year, $50 million extension.

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-- FOX Sports Southwest

Seahawks hold on to Bryant

The Seattle Seahawks didn't let big defensive lineman Red Bryant escape from their grasp.

The Seahawks held onto the free agent through a five-year, $35 million contract that included $14.5 million in guaranteed money, according to reports.

Bryant is a former fourth-round draft pick from Texas A&M who had 32 tackles last season with one sack and intercepted two passes with one returned for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears.

Bryant tore his anterior cruciate ligament during the 2010 season, but the burly 6-foot-4, 323-pounder made a strong recovery.

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-- Scout.com

Redskins agree with Morgan

The Redskins aren’t letting the salary cap penalty hold them down in the first day of free agency.

After locking down former Colts wide receiver Pierre Garcon, the Redskins agreed to terms with wide receiver Josh Morgan, according to multiple reports.

Morgan suffered a season-ending injury last season when he broke his leg. Although Morgan only played in five games for the 49ers last season, he has shown the ability to consistently contribute in over first three years in the league.

Morgan, who was drafted in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft out of Virginia Tech, looks to be a major factor in the Redskins’ offense.

-- Ross Jones

Williams visits Bills

Houston Texans free agent defensive end Mario Williams is visiting the Buffalo Bills today.

Team executive Russ Brandon announced the visit on Twitter and the Bills also posted a photograph of the consensus top pass rusher arriving in Buffalo with general manager Buddy Nix.

The former top overall pick of the draft, Williams is regarded as one of the best five free agents and is an accomplished pass rusher.

The 6-foot-6, 283-pounder finished last season on injured reserve with a torn pectoral, but had five sacks and a forced fumble in just five games while lining up at outside linebacker in defensive coordinator Wade Phillips' 3-4 scheme.

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-- Scout.com
 

Grubbs to visit Saints

Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl offensive guard Ben Grubbs is visiting the New Orleans Saints on Wednesday, according to a league source with knowledge of the situation.

He could step in as a more affordable replacement for free agent offensive guard Carl Nicks.

The Ravens made what coach John Harbaugh termed a “substantial offer,” to Grubbs. And Grubbs’ agent, Pat Dye, met with the Ravens at the NFL scouting combine, calling it a "positive meeting."

However Dye acknowledged that the Ravens' offer needed to be examined in comparison to what other teams might offer to the former Auburn standout who's thought of as the team's top all-around offensive lineman.

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-- Scout.com
 

Jones to visit Rams, Seahawks

Tennessee Titans veteran free agent defensive lineman Jason Jones is going to visit the St. Louis Rams and Seattle Seahawks, according to a league source with knowledge of the situation.

He played for Rams coach Jeff Fisher in Tennessee.

Last season, he had 27 tackles and three sacks and one forced fumble.

Jones, 25, has 112 career tackles and 15 1/2 sacks.

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-- Scout.com

Redskins sign Carriker

The Washington Redskins held onto defensive lineman Adam Carriker with a four-year, $20 million contract that includes $7 million in guaranteed money, a league source confirmed Carriker is a former St. Louis Rams first-round draft pick from Nebrasa.

For his career, he has recorded 124 tackles and nine sacks.

Carriker has 71 tackles and seven sacks over the past two seasons in Washington after being traded from the Rams.

-- Scout.com

Garcon signing with Redskins

Former Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Pierre Garcon announced that he's signing with the Washington Redskins.

A source told FOXSports.com's Alex Marvez that Garcon has signed a five-year, $42.5 million contract that includes about $21.5 million guaranteed

I wanted you all to hear it from me 1st before u saw it on the news," Garcon wrote on his Facebook account. "I will be signing with the Washington Redskins and I'm very excited about the opportunity in front of me.

"I want to thank all Colts fans from the bottom of my heart for all the love and support you've shown me the past 4 years and I hope that at some level u will still follow my career, as I will continue to share my life with you on here."

Garcon, 25, caught a career-high 70 passes for 947 yards and six touchdowns last season for the Colts despite Peyton Manning missing the entire season following neck surgery.

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-- Scout.com

Robinson to meet with Jags

Dallas Cowboys free agent wide receiver Laurent Robinson is visiting the Jacksonville Jaguars tonight, according to a league source. The 6-foot-2, 194-pounder is coming off a strong season where he caught 54 passes for 858 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Robinson is a former Atlanta Falcons third-round draft pick who has also played for the St. Louis Rams.

Robinson played collegiately at Illinois State.

In five NFL seasons, Robinson has caught 143 passes for 1,858 yards and 15 touchdowns.

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-- Scout.com

49ers bring back Gooden

The San Francisco 49ers re-signed linebacker Tavares Gooden to a one-year contract.

The athletic former Baltimore Ravens third-round draft pick played in every game last season and recorded 12 special teams tackles.

“Tavares was an integral part of our success on special teams last year,” 49ers general manager Trent Baalke said. “He brought an energy to our locker room that was evident on the field as well. We are pleased to have him back with us for another season, and look forward to his continued growth as a player.”

The former University of Miami standout has played in 41 career games and 12 starts, recording 67 tackles on defense and 34 tackles on special teams.

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-- Scout.com

Bears re-sign Jennings

The Chicago Bears have agreed to a two-year contract with starting cornerback Tim Jennings, the team announced. Jennings has three interceptions and two forced fumbles over the past two seasons.

He was set to become an unrestricted free agent, but chose to stay with the Bears rather than explore his options on the open market.

Jennings started all but one game last season, ranking fourth on the team with 87 tackles.

He intercepted two passes, recording four tackles for losses, eight pass deflections, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.

-- Scout.com

Vikings keep Guion

The Minnesota Vikings have hammered out a three-year contract with defensive tackle Letroy Guion, according to a league source with knowledge of the situation.

Guion started three games last season, two when Kevin Williams was suspended and another at nose guard in place of Remi Ayodele.

Guion, 24, recorded 21 tackles last season.

In 2010, he had 16 tackles and two sacks.

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-- Scout.com

Chargers lock up Hardwick

The San Diego Chargers hammered out a three-year contract with veteran center Nick Hardwick today.

Hardwick was a stated priority to keep, general manager A.J. Smith has emphasized during several interviews since the season ended.

Hardwick is now under contract through the 2014 season.

The 6-foot-4, 305-pounder is a former 2004 Chargers third-round draft pick.

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-- Scout.com

Cowboys cut Newman

The Dallas Cowboys have cut two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Terence Newman.

Newman was due an $8 million salary-cap figure for next season.

Newman, 33, didn't have a particularly strong season last year.

Newman recorded four interceptions and 10 pass deflections last season.

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-- Scout.com

Cowboys done with Buehler

The Dallas Cowboys have cut kicker David Buehler, the team announced.

Buehler's release creates roughly $1.6 million against the salary cap for the Cowboys, who were penalized $10 million by the NFL for dumping contracts during the uncapped 2010 year in violation of a league directive.

Buehler dealt with groin and hip injuries and was limited to four games, undergoing surgery late last year.

He was placed on injured reserve on Nov. 10.

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-- Scout.com

49ers sign DB Cox

The San Francisco 49ers have signed trouble-prone former Denver Broncos cornerback Perrish Cox to a two-year contract, the team announced.

Cox was cut by the Broncos after being accused of felony sexual assault on a sleeping woman and arrested on Dec. 9, 2010.

Cox was found not guily of the charges in Douglas County Colorado on March 2.

Cox is a former Broncos fifth-round draft pick selected 137th overall out of Oklahoma State two years ago.

-- Scout.com

Chargers cut McNeill

The San Diego Chargers plan to release veteran offensive tackle Marcus McNeill today, according to his agent, Alvin Keels.

He carried an $11.79 million salary-cap figure and a $10.5 million base salary that would have become fully guaranteed if he had remained on the roster by Thursday.

McNeill was placed on injured reserve last season, ending his season due to a neck injury.

"The neck is corrected," Keels said. "He's healthy now."

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-- Scout.com

Giants retain Thomas

The New York Giants have held onto injured cornerback Terrell Thomas, reaching an agreement with him today before he could become an unrestricted free agent.

A league source confirmed the deal without disclosing terms, and Thomas celebrated via his Twitter account: "It's a GREAT day to be a NEW YORK GIANT!" Thomas led the NFC East club with five interceptions two seasons ago, but shredded his knee during a preseason game last summer.

-- Scout.com

Texans ax Vickers

The Houston Texans have cut fullback Lawrence Vickers, according to a league source.

Vickers, who replaced All-Pro fullback Vonta Leach last year when Leach signed with the Baltimore Ravens, was due a $1 million base salary next season.

He played in 14 games last season for the Texans, blocking for Pro Bowl running back Arian Foster.

Vickers, 28, is a former Cleveland Browns starter who now joins the group of unrestricted free agents.

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-- Scout.com

Saints re-sign Colston

The New Orleans Saints have kept one of their top wide receivers from testing the market.

FOXSports.com has learned that wide receiver Marques Colston agreed to a five-year contract extension just hours before he was set to become an unrestricted free agent.

Colston has played all six of his NFL seasons with Saints quarterback Drew Brees. Colston has posted 1,000-yard receiving seasons in five of them, including a career-high 1,143-yard campaign in 2011.

Brees isn’t under contract with the Saints but he cannot test the market after being tagged as an exclusive franchise player. New Orleans now has 13 players set to become unrestricted free agents led by left guard Carl Nicks, wide receiver Robert Meachem and cornerback Tracy Porter.

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-- Jay Glazer

Eagles re-sign Herremans

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed offensive tackle Todd Herremans to a three-year contract extension, and he's now under contract through the 2016 season.

Over $11 million of that figure is guaranteed and includes a $6 million signing bonus.

He started every game last season. "We are excited to be able to sign Todd to a new contract," Eagles coach Andy Reid said. "Todd's intelligence, toughness, durability, and leadership are second to none. Very few players in the NFL can play at an extremely high level at both the guard and tackle positions and Todd has done that for us. He has been a big part of the success of our offense over the last several years."

Herremans started every game at right tackle last season after shifting over from left guard.

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-- Scout.com

Titans extend Babineaux

The Tennessee Titans don’t know if they can land Peyton Manning, but the franchise is now assured of having its starting strong safety back in the fold.

A source told FOXSports.com that Jordan Babineaux has agreed to a two-year contract extension that has a maximum value of $5 million.

After spending his first seven NFL seasons in Seattle, Babineaux made a solid impact in his 2011 Titans debut. Babineaux notched 93 tackles in 14 starts and had a 97-yard interception return for a touchdown in a 31-13 victory over Cleveland.

The Titans remain in pursuit of Manning, the star free-agent quarterback who already has met with team officials from Denver, Arizona and Miami. As first reported by ESPN, the Titans entertained seven-time Pro Bowl guard Steve Hutchinson on a free-agent visit Tuesday.

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-- Alex Marvez
 

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