Author: Lorenzo Reyes, USA TODAY

49ers kicker Robbie Gould and Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett inked long-term extensions before Monday’s deadline, but Jadeveon Clowney didn’t.

Redskins quarterback Alex Smith no longer requires the use of an external fixator as he continues his recovery from a right leg compound fracture.

A professor at Emory ranked the Cowboys and Patriots as the top two fan bases in the NFL, based on a study using economic and marketing theory.

The NFL suspended Dallas Cowboys tight end Rico Gathers one game for a violation of the league’s policy on substance abuse.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Yannick Ngakoue has recorded 29 1/2 sacks the last three seasons but is scheduled to make just over $2 million.

The Houston Texans fired general manager Brian Gaine in a surprising move, with mandatory minicamp just four days away and a month after the NFL draft.

Odell Beckham Jr. said he knows what it takes to get to “top physical condition” and that sitting out OTAs would not hurt him.

Two former players from the New York Mets’ 1969 World Series-winning team would like Tom Brady to reconsider the “Tom Terrific” trademark request.

Newly signed Tennessee Titans slot receiver Adam Humphries said he considered Tom Brady’s advancing age when picking his next team.

Former NFL fullback Jameel Cook was convicted of stealing $105,000 from a NFL Players Association health reimbursement account.