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Did the Denver Broncos gain a bit of salary-cap flexibility thanks to Peyton Manning? One report says the alterations made to Manning's contract will free up room for the next two years.

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

The Chiefs get back to offseason practice this week with three more sessions, the first being on Tuesday. Their first group of practices last week revealed a few new twists, including the Chiefs running a handful of plays from the pistol formation in Thursday's practice.

Word of Muth: Lane Johnson and D.J. Fluker - Ben MuthIf you line someone up right across from D.J. Fluker’s face in a five-technique, that end is going to have one really long game. The big offensive tackle is dominant when he can reach out and maul guys right at the line of scrimmage. He’s quick out of his stance, and he’s good at extending his long arms into the defender's frame before they are really out of their stance. I thought Fluker’s game against LSU was as good as you’ll see a college tackle play. Neil's NFL Daily: May 20, 2013 - Neil HornsbyAs requested, here is the full list of "QB Responsible Sacks" which includes the playoffs (minimum 300+ drop-backs), and to add additional value I’ve also included the number of hits and pressures which we have logged as being down to that player too. Manti Te’o Appears at Maxim Hot 100 Party to Honor Fake Girlfriend Lennay Kekua (Photo) - NESN.comThe new Chargers linebacker showed up at the Maxim Hot 100 party to honor his fake girlfriend Lennay Kekua, who was No. 69 on the annual list. It’s assumed that Te’o showed up as a joke, but you can’t rule out that Te’o might have thought Kekua would actually show up. Chargers solve problem with Freeney - Bill WilliamsonPushed into a corner, rookie San Diego general manager Tom Telesco responded with his highest-profile acquisition of the offseason by signing pass-rusher Dwight Freeney on Saturday. Freeney agreed to a two-year contract, according to ESPN’s Ed Werder. Telesco was in Indianapolis' front office when Freeney played for the Colts from 2002 to 2012. The San Diego Chargers should switch defensive schemes - Kyle PoseyMike McCoy said the defensive scheme will accommodate Dwight Freeney if he's signed. I'll tell you why the 4-3 Under is the best fit, and break down each member on the Chargers roster and explain their role in the new look defense.

New York Jets rookie quarterback Geno Smith says he's "not naive." Smith says he's already learned a thing or two from the media snowstorm in New York.

New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton already has started to set a tone for the 2013 season. It's not about BountyGate. It's not about his suspension. He's moving on, and thinking positively.

Here is some Jets news from various sources on this Monday: Antonio Allen hopes to start at Safety next to Dawan Landry The Jets Blog sheds some light on the Brian Hoyer rumors Here is some audio from a Geno Smith interview Speaking of Geno Smith he says there will be no more playoff talk from him The Jet Press takes a look back at Johnny “Lam” Jones Gang Green Nation says do not judge Idzik yet Phil SullivanI started JetNation in 2005 and have been a New York Jets season ticket holder since graduating from high school. My dream is to see the New York Jets win the Super Bowl. Until then, I will be right here on JetNation writing, dreaming and talking NY Jets football.More Posts - Website Follow Me:

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However, the Cowboys must be prepared for every situation and just who lines up at center and guard for Dallas is something to keep an eye. For instance, is it possible that Frederick and Costa could both be starting on the Cowboys offensive line in 2013? The answer is yes and the idea isn’t that far-fetched. All that needs to happen is for Phil Costa to have a really good training camp and forcing the Cowboys coaching staff to make a decision. Let’s not forget that Costa was having a very good season, admittedly in limited action, before he got hurt in 2012. He graded out extremely high when he managed to play last year and his work in the weight room for a full off-season proved to make Costa into a good player. The injury derailed a promising year for Costa. But let’s not kid ourselves, Frederick is the better player and even though he has yet to play a game in the NFL he has more natural size and skill than Costa does. There’s a reason the Cowboys drafted Frederick earlier than most experts expected and it was because they believe he’s ready to play right away. There is very little debate about that. The biggest reason there’s a possibility that Frederick and Costa could be starting at the same time is the Cowboys play at guard. Mackenzy Bernadeau and Nate Livings didn’t live up to expectations last year and it’s very possible the Cowboys may figure out just how well Frederick plays at guard. The goal is to get your best five linemen on the field working together and if the combination is Costa starting at center and Frederick starting at guard, then so be it. The good news is we’re a long way from determining if that’s the case and the Cowboys have plenty of options to explore before turning Frederick into a starting guard. David Arkin will be given another long look and the Cowboys continue to speak highly of Ronald Leary, so Dallas shouldn’t have trouble finding a suitable starting guard combination before looking to Frederick as one of their options. We all know the Cowboys drafted Frederick to start and every word out of Dallas is that unless something crazy happens, he will be starting somewhere on the offensive line in 2013. Let’s hope it’s at center and the Cowboys don’t have to kill two birds with one stone. Related PostsAre Dallas Cowboys Influenced Too Much By Bill Callahan?Rookie Camp Holds Plenty of Interest for Dallas Cowboys FansDallas Cowboys Select Center Travis Frederick In First Round of 2013 NFL Draft

1) I was surprised that Moise Fokou was able to keep his alleged DUI quiet for so long. It's likely the Titans knew about it prior to signing him so I doubt it alters their plans but this story hasn't yet been completed. Tennessee has seemingly made an effort to target high-character guys through the draft so I'd be interested in hearing what was really being said behind closed doors. 2) Last week the Titans signed former Giant and Jaguar Greg Jones, who has had some time at MLB. I liked Jones coming out of the draft two years ago and thought he went really low when New York scooped him up in the sixth round, but his stock's gone even lower since then. Still I'm (likely irrationally) hoping Jones can pick up his play and compete with Fokou to be Colin McCarthy's backup. Whoever lands that position could be in line for a lot of playing time. 3) Dwight Freeney signed a fairly sizeable deal with the San Diego Chargers over the weekend and for that money I'm glad we passed.. I will keep repeating this though: Israel Idonije is still the best defensive end out there and gives us a possible defensive tackle option too. ProFootballFocus loved his work last year. Unfortunately, danomite said the team is more interested in John Abraham. He's a decent option too but a lot older. I am not sold he's got a lot left in the tank. 4) Chris Johnson came in at number 62 on NFL Network's Top 100 players of 2013. I have not watched a minute of that show and honestly can't bring myself to even feign outrage over whether CJ is too high or too low. 5) This is Smash's Google Map of Titans fans around the world. I don't want to act like I go to a new age feel-goodery, but that is so cool. To see where we are all from is creepy a credit to the Titans fanbase. 6) What will this coaching staff do with Karl Klug? He was not used enough last year but the idea of kicking him out to end (link) is a poor one. As soon as you move him outside he'll become a liability. 7) It's late May and the Jacksonville Jaguars quarterbacks are Blaine Gabbert, Chad Henne and Matt Scott. That has to bode well for the Titans. 8) The Vikings new stadium looks great in my opinion. Not usually a big fan of closed stadiums but I'm familiar enough with Minnesota weather to know it's an important feature in this case. 9) Seattle Seahawk Bruce Irvin was suspended four games for Adderrall. That makes five PED-related suspensions for Seattle since 2011, not including Richard Sherman's over-turned one. You can file that one under "Things that Make You Go Hmmm." 10) Which quarterback gets the most wins this year: Matt Stafford, Mark Sanchez or Josh Freeman? Those were the top three QBs chosen in the 2009 draft. Stafford's Lions are up and down while Sanchez and Freeman are both facing competition from rookies. I'll take Stafford, but not by much.