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Published Mar. 8, 2015 11:04 p.m. ET

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The NFL free agency period is officially open. A busy first week saw the Rams and Eagles agree to a trade that has quarterbacks Sam Bradford and Nick Foles swapping teams, Darrelle Revis going back to New York to fly with the Jets again, the Seahawks acquiring Jimmy Graham from the Saints and DeMarco Murray AND Ryan Mathews joining the Eagles' suddenly-prominent-again backfield.

After a slower weekend, Monday brought some buzz, including a Tim Tebow sighting. Tuesday saw the Bills sign Dolphins tight end Charles Clay to an impressive offer sheet while on Wednesday defensive end Greg Hardy found a new home in Dallas.

Here's the latest news on player movement as the wildest week of the offseason rolls on. For a list of all official transactions, click here.

SAINTS AGREE TO TERMS WITH HARRIS (11:25 p.m. ET)

SEAHAWKS BRING BACK GRESHAM (7:32 p.m. ET)

DOLPHINS RE-SIGN DELMAS AND JAMES (1:43 p.m. ET)

SOURCE: GIANTS ADD SELVIE (10:56 a.m. ET)

Big Blue has signed defensive Georgia Selvie, FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reports. A six-year veteran, Selvie spent the past two years with the Cowboys, totaling 10 sacks during that time. He didn't miss a game with the Cowboys after failing to reach double digits in games played the previous three years.

DOLHINS SIGN WALTON (7:17 p.m. ET)

SOURCE: SEAHAWKS INK RUBIN (6:25 p.m. ET)

ROSARIO STAY WITH BEARS (5:11 p.m. ET)

JAGUARS CLAIM PIERCE (4:41 p.m. ET)

CHARGERS SIGN ROBINSON (2:19 p.m. ET)

SOURCE: BOWE TO BROWNS (2:04 p.m. ET)

GIANTS RE-SIGN FELLS (12:35 p.m. ET)

DOLPHINS WON'T MATCH CLAY'S OFFER (11:25 p.m. ET)

GHEE RETURNS TO CINCINNATI (11:00 a.m. ET)

FALCONS SIGN TAMME (10:56 a.m. ET)

STILL A BENGAL (10 a.m. ET)

FALCONS BRING BACK BIERMANN (4:24 p.m. ET)

HARDY AGREES TO DEAL WITH COWBOYS (4:01 p.m. ET)

REPORTS: BUCS OUT OF RUNNING FOR GREG HARDY (2:19 p.m. ET)

Rick Stroud of the Tampa Times says the Buccaneers have pulled themselves out of consideration to sign former Panthers defensive end Greg Hardy. The latter was expected to choose between the Bucs and the Dallas Cowboys, according to multiple internet reports. Stroud also reported that the Bucs' decision wasn't based on contract demands.

BILLS MAKE IT OFFICIAL WITH HARVIN (1:52 p.m. ET)

Buffalo announced that the team has signed wide receiver Percy Harvin, although the terms of the deal were not disclosed.

MATHIS TO LIONS (1:30 p.m. ET)

GIANTS TO ADD ELLIS (1:05 p.m. ET)

Big Blue are set to sign former Jets defensive lineman Kenrick Ellis to a one-year deal, a source has told FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo.

RAVENS BRING BACK CANTY (12:16 p.m. ET)

PATRIOTS TO SIGN FLETCHER (11:45 a.m. ET)

BILLS SIGN CLAY TO OFFER SHEET (7:49 p.m. ET)

PATRIOTS INK CADET (5:33 p.m. ET)

RAIDERS SIGN RICHARDSON (1:01 p.m. ET)

Oakland signed former Colts and Browns running back Trent Richardson, the team announced. The No. 3 overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, Richardson was a highly decorated collegiate player who did well in his rookie season in Cleveland, but has fallen rapidily since.

GREG HARDY ON THE MOVE? (12:15 p.m. ET)

The released Panthers defensive end is visiting the Cowboys today, according to Mike Garafolo. He could also visit Tampa Bay and Seattle if he doesnt sign with Dallas.

The Chargers have landed WR Stevie Johnson. The deal is a three-year contract with a base value of $10.5 million plus additional performance bonuses, FOX Sports insider Mike Garafolo confirmed.

OWNER: JIMMY GRAHAM TRADE NOW OFFICIAL (7:03 p.m. PT)

Jimmy Graham is officially headed to the Seahawks. Owner Paul Allen said Monday on Twitter that Max Unger has passed his physical and the deal is done.

REPORT: COWBOYS HAVE GREG HARDY 'ON RADAR' (6:40 p.m. ET)

Despite off-field issues that have clouded Greg Hardy's future, FOX Sports Southwest reported Monday that Hardy has had discussions with the Dallas Cowboys.

PATRIOTS SIGN TE SCOTT CHANDLER (6:28 p.m. ET)

Former Buffalo Bills tight end Scott Chandler is staying in the AFC East with the New England Patriots, the team announced Monday. Chandler, 29, has played in 75 NFL games, with 35 starts, and has registered 182 receptions for 2,120 yards and 17 touchdowns during his career.

WILFORK HEADS SOUTH TO TEXANS (3:20 p.m. ET)

Vince Wilfork has found a new home -- the Houston Texans. After being cut the Pats, the massive defensive tackle is reuniting with a former New England coach in Bill O'Brien. Wilfork seemed happy about the move on Twitter.

It's a two-year, $9 million deal with $5 million guaranteed for Wilfork, FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo confirmed.

BROWNS LAND SECONDARY HELP (3 p.m. ET)

TEBOW TIME IN PHILLY?!?! (2:45 p.m. ET)

Yes, he's back ... at least for today. And with a team who has made quite the splash this offseason already. Tebow worked out with the Eagles on Monday, according to a source, but the team is not expected to sign him.

SHORTS ON HIS WAY TO HOUSTON (2:24 p.m. ET)

BROWNS BOLSTER D-LINE (2:20 p.m. ET)

PANTHERS INK SAFTEY (11:58 a.m. ET)

Carolina signed safety Kurt Coleman to a two-year contract, the team announced. Coleman played in 15 games with three starts for Chiefs in 2014, totaling 30 tackles, three interceptions.

BENGALS, JOHNSON REUNITE (11:09 a.m. ET)

PATRIOTS SIGN BRANCH (7:44 p.m. ET)

49ERS INK WRIGHT (6:24 p.m. ET)

COX TO TITANS (4:46 p.m. ET)

LEWIS TO RAVENS (4:25 p.m. ET)

DETAILS ON PARKER'S DEAL WITH CHIEFS (3:29 p.m. ET)

VIKINGS CUT TIES WITH GREG JENNINGS (2:16 p.m. ET)

The veteran receiver has been given his release by Minnesota, the team announced. Jennings signed a five-year, $47.5 million deal in 2013, but never enjoyed the type of success he had in Green Bay. He caught 59 passes for 742 yards and 6 touchdowns last season.

REPORT: PARKER RETURNS TO CHIEFS (2:13 p.m. ET)

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport says safety Ron Parker will sign a five-year deal worth $30 million on Monday. The six-year veteran has spend the last two seasons in Kansas City and started 15 of the Chiefs' 16 games in 2014. He has three career interceptions.

SOURCE: REGGIE BUSH TO 49ERS (2:10 p.m. ET)

BILLS AGREE TO TERMS WITH WYNN (11:36 a.m. ET)

The team announced that they have reached a deal with defensive Jarius Wynn. The six-year veteran joined the Bills before the 2014 season and had two sacks in 11 games played.

KENNY BRITT RE-SIGNS WITH RAMS (10:20 p.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo confirms it's a two-year deal worth a max of $14 million with $4.3 million guaranteed. While the deal is for two years, Britt he can void it after one, based on performance.

VIKINGS TRADE FOR MIKE WALLACE (7:12 p.m. ET)

The Vikings have sent a fifth-round pick to the Miami Dolphins for wide receiver Mike Wallace and a seventh-rounder, FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Alex Marvez has confirmed.

BRONCOS SIGN SMITH (7:04 p.m. ET)

STEWART TO BRONCOS (4:49 p.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo has confirmed that safety Darian Stewart is heading to Denver on a two-year deal.

Pittsburgh added depth to their backfield by signing running back DeAngelo Williams. The latter was given his release by the Carolina Panthers earlier this week.

PONDER TO RAIDERS (4:43 p.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo has confirmed that veteran quarterback Christian Ponder has agreed to a one-year deal in Oakland.

BILLS AGREE TO DEAL WITH HARVIN (3:42 p.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo has confirmed that the Bills have reached agreement on a 1-year deal with Percy Harvin.

A source has told FOXSports.com NFL Senior Writer Alex Marvez that the Buffalo Bills are working to strike a deal with free-agent wide receiver Percy Harvin.

BROWN RETURNS TO GIANTS (1:43 p.m. ET)

Cornerback Chykie Brown has reached an agreement with Big Blue. Brown is a five-year veteran who played eight games in New York after the team plucked him off waivers. He started four games and finished with 31 tackles and two passes defended.

JAGUARS ACQUIRE BRYAN WALTERS (1:23 p.m. ET)

The Jacksonville Jaguars have signed receiver/return specialist Bryan Walters.

Walters played in a career-high 13 games in 2014 for the Seahawks, where he caught six passes for 57 yards and averaged 7.7 yards on 27 punt returns.

REPORTS: DOLPHINS ACQUIRE STILLS IN TRADE WITH SAINTS (1:15 p.m. ET)

REPORT: SAINTS AGREE TO DEAL WITH SPILLER (1:13 p.m. ET)

ESPN's Adam Schefter says New Orleans has beefed up its running game by adding the former Buffalo Bills back. Spiller joins a backfield that already includes Mark Ingram and Khiry Robinson.

RAMS SIGN NICK FAIRLEY (12:15 p.m. ET)

St. Louis dropped a surprise signing on Friday, when they introduced the defensive tackle during what was supposed to be a news conference welcoming new quarterback Nick Foles.

CHIEFS ACQUIRE GRUBBS IN TRADE WITH SAINTS (Noon, ET)

Kansas City traded for veteran offensive linemaen Ben Grubbs for an undisclosed draft pick.

“We acquired a very good football player via trade with the New Orleans Saints today,” Chiefs General Manager John Dorsey said in a statement released by the team. “Ben is a talented veteran that has played a key role on a number of productive NFL offenses. He’s smart, physical, and we believe he will be a good addition to our offensive line.”

MARCUS MARIOTA VISITING BUCCANEERS MONDAY (11:58 a.m. ET)

Not free agency news, per se, but incoming rookie Marcus Mariota has loomed in the background of several rumors and deals. He'll be visiting Tampa -- the Bucs have the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft -- on Monday.

SOURCE: ANTHONY FASANO TO THE TITANS (11:56 a.m. ET)

The veteran tight end has come to terms on a deal with Tennessee, FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reports.

TITANS SIGN LB DERRICK MORGAN (11:20 a.m. ET)

On the heels of the Brian Orakpo news, the Tennessee Titans have also brought on linebacker Derrick Morgan on a four-year, $27.5 million deal.

COWBOYS SIGN DARREN MCFADDEN (10:49 a.m. ET)

The Cowboys agreed to a two-year deal with the former Raiders running back. This move comes a day after the Cowboys lost their star running back DeMarco Murray to the Philadelphia Eagles.

REPORT: REDSKINS AGREE TO DEAL WITH CHRIS CULLIVER (10:29 a.m. ET)

Washington was able to nab the cornerback, who racked up seven career interceptions in his first three years of his career with the San Francisco 49ers.

TITANS REACH AGREEMENT WITH BRIAN ORAKPO (7:53 a.m. ET)

The linebacker's deal with the Titans: four years, $32 million base value, $35 million max, with $13.5 guaranteed, a source told FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo.

THURSDAY

JETS SIGN S MARCUS GILCHRIST (11:55 p.m. ET)

Gilchrist, who spent his first four seasons with the Chargers, had 76 and 77 tackles the past two seasons.

RAMS SIGN LB AKEEM AYERS (10:25 p.m. ET)

Ayers split last season between the Titans and Patriots. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

UPDATE: ACTUALLY, JORDAN CAMERON IS GOING TO THE DOLPHINS (9:46 p.m. ET)

Despite reports that he had re-upped with the Browns, tight end Jordan Cameron is instead going to Miami.

UPDATE: MURRAY HAS SIGNED HIS DEAL WITH EAGLES (8:15 p.m. ET)

It is official, five years reportedly for $42 million, with $21 million guaranteed.

REPORT: TE JORDAN CAMERON RE-UPS WITH BROWNS (6:02 p.m. ET)

For two years, $15 million, according to ESPN.

BRONCOS SIGN DE VANCE WALKER (5:43 p.m. ET)

Free agent defensive end Vance Walker is headed to the Broncos after spending the first six seasons of his career with the Falcons.

COLTS RELEASE RB TRENT RICHARDSON (5:19 p.m. ET)

The Colts have waived running back Trent Richardson after two disappointing seasons following a trade that brought the former top-five draft pick from Cleveland.

Richardson rushed for 977 yards and six touchdowns in two seasons with Indianapolis. He played one snap in the playoff opener last season and was inactive in the divisional round against Denver. He didn't travel to New England for the AFC championship game, which the Patriots won 45-7.

The Colts said Richardson didn't make the trip for personal reasons. -- AP

EAGLES AGREE TO TERMS WITH RB RYAN MATHEWS (4:54 p.m. ET)

Despite signing running back DeMarco Murray to a five-year deal, the Philadelphia Eagles added depth by signing Ryan Mathews.

REPORT: TEXANS SIGN FS RAHIM MOORE (4:42 p.m. ET)

The Houston Texans signed safety Rahim Moore to a three-year deal for $12 million, the Houston Chronicle's John McClain reports.

49ERS RELEASE WR STEVIE JOHNSON (3:46 p.m. ET)

From a team statement: "The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have re-signed QB Blaine Gabbert to a two-year deal and TE Garrett Celek to a one-year deal. The team also released WR Stevie Johnson."

CHIEFS RELEASE WR DWAYNE BOWE (3:30 p.m. ET)

Dwayne Bowe announced his release on Twitter Thursday afternoon.

CROMARTIE OFFICIALLY BACK WITH JETS (3:22 p.m. ET)

Antonio Cromartie has returned to the New York Jets, according to reports.

FALCONS AGREE TO DEAL WITH ADRIAN CLAYBORN (2:50 p.m. ET)

SAINTS AGREE TO THREE-YEAR DEAL WITH BRANDON BROWNER (2:43 p.m. ET)

REPORTS: JUSTIN FORSETT AGREES TO DEAL WITH RAVENS (2:33 p.m. ET)

The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to a three-year deal with running back Justin Forsett, according to ESPN and NFL Media reports. Forsett, who is coming off a career season, finally gets some long-term security after playing for four teams in four seasons. Forsett's deal averages $3 million annually, The Baltimore Sun's Aaron Wilson reports.

REPORT: DEMARCO MURRAY EXPECTED TO SIGN FIVE-YEAR DEAL WITH EAGLES (1:45 p.m. ET)

The Philadelphia Eagles are closing in on their next running back. DeMarco Murray is expected to sign a five-year, $42 million deal with $21 guaranteed, ESPN's Adam Schefter and Chris Mortensen report.

REPORT: RAIDERS RE-TOOLING SECONDARY (1:04 p.m. ET)

SOURCE: DANNY AMENDOLA STAYING WITH PATRIOTS (12:41 p.m. ET)

The New England Patriots are keeping wide receiver Danny Amendola for a three-year deal worth $12.75 million, which has a maximum of $15 million, FOX Sports 1's NFL insider Mike Garafolo reports.

JAGS RELEASE VETERAN RED BRYANT (12:08 p.m. PT)

The Jacksonville Jaguars have released veteran defensive end Red Bryant, who was due a $500,000 roster bonus Sunday.

Bryant was scheduled to count $4.5 million against the salary cap in 2015. -- AP

BUCS ALSO ADD CONTE (10:44 a.m. ET)

MURRAY MEETING WITH EAGLES (9:13 a.m. ET)

DeMarco Murray is still looking for a home, and even though the Eagles and running back Ryan Mathews reportedly came to terms on Wednesday, it seems like things are getting interesting in Philly.

It looks like Murray is flying to meet with Chip Kelly in Philadelphia with the intention of signing. Where that leaves Mathews is somewhat unknown, but he had not officially signed his cotract, so he may opt to bail.

TAMPA BAY LANDS MELTON (9 a.m. ET)

REVIS TRYING TO RECRUIT CROMARTIE TO JETS (2 a.m. ET)

"I'm going to get in contact with him very soon here," Revis said Wednesday, "and try to convince him to hopefully come back and join our Batman-and-Robin tandem we had a couple of years ago."

BEARS SIGN WR EDDIE ROYAL TO 3-YEAR DEAL (12:50 a.m. ET)

Royal, a seven-year veteran, spent the past three seasons with the Chargers, catching 62 passes for 778 yards and seven TDs last year.

FORMER GIANTS S ANTREL ROLLE AGREES TO 3-YEAR DEAL WITH BEARS (11 p.m. ET)

Rolle's getting $11.25 million, with $5 million in guarantees, according to Mike Garafolo.

DEMARCO MURRAY TO VISIT EAGLES; COWBOYS PLAYERS LOBBYING HIM TO RETURN (10:55 p.m. ET)

Apparently Murray isn't listening to Dez Bryant ... but Cowboys fans are hoping he's listening to all the other Dallas players and coaches who are blowing up Murray's phone, according to Mike Garafolo and Peter Schrager.

JAGUARS FANS MAKE THEIR PITCH FOR DEMARCO MURRAY (9:08 p.m. ET)

It's hard to envision the star running back ending up in Jacksonville, but give Jags supporters credit for this creative sales pitch.

TOM COUGHLIN GETS ONE-YEAR EXTENSION WITH GIANTS (8:31 p.m. ET)

Not player news, but the Giants head coach just got another year added to his contract, taking him through the 2016 season.

BUCS PREPARING TO RELEASE DASHON GOLDSON (8:08 p.m. ET)

Safety Dashon Goldson is on his way out in Tampa, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

KENDALL LANGFORD OFFICIALLY WITH THE COLTS (6:55 p.m. ET)

Defensive tackle Kendall Langford got a four-year, $17.2 million deal from the Colts, though only $2.5 million (his first year) is guaranteed, per FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo.

RAIDERS SIGN FORMER SUPER BOWL MVP (6:44 p.m. ET)

Linebacker Malcolm Smith is on his way to the Raiders.

Smith spent the past four seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, helping Seattle to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances the last two years. He was named the Super Bowl XLVIII MVP after recording nine tackles, one fumble recovery and a 69-yard interception return for a touchdown.

COWBOYS LB BRUCE CARTER HEADED TO BUCS (6:25 p.m. ET)

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed former Dallas linebacker Bruce Carter, while continuing to purge the roster of mistakes made in free agency a year ago.

Carter agreed to a four-year contract Wednesday after spending the first four seasons of his career with the Cowboys, where he played in a defensive scheme similar to the one the Bucs run.

BILLS RELEASE TE SCOTT CHANDLER (5:01 p.m. ET)

Scott Chandler is out in Buffalo. He racked 182 catches for 2,120 yards and 17 touchdowns in 65 games for the Bills.

COLTS SIGN REGGIE WAYNE'S REPLACEMENT? (4:12 p.m. ET)

UPDATE: NDAMUKONG SUH FINALIZES DOLPHINS DEAL (4:01 p.m. ET)

The Dolphins have finished off the deal to bring prized defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh to Miami.

BEARS MOVING FORWARD WITH CUTLER AT QB (3:33 p.m. ET)

It looks like Chicago fans will be blessed with another year of Jay Cutler at the helm. Both Bears general manager Ryan Pace and head coach John Fox gave Cutler their vote of confidence at a press conference Wednesday.

DOLPHINS ADD CB BRICE MCCAIN (2:55 p.m. PT)

Another piece to the Dolphins' defensive overhaul comes in the form of Brice McCain. The cornerback will get $5.5 million over two years, per FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo.

JEREMY MACLIN'S BIG DEAL WITH THE CHIEFS IS OFFICIAL (2:53 p.m. ET)

The wide receiver will get $55 million to reunite with Andy Reid in Kansas City.

SOURCE: RYAN MATHEWS HEADING TO PHILLY (1:58 p.m. ET)

The Philadelphia Eagles will sign running back Ryan Mathews, FOX Sports 1's NFL insider Mike Garafolo reports. The three-year deal worth $11.5 million has $5 million in guarantees, per Garafolo. After Mathews' first five seasons in San Diego, the former 2010 first-round running back was scooped up quickly. Mathews has run for 1,000 yards or more in two seasons, but only played in six games last season because of an ankle injury.

JETS ADD QB RYAN FITZPATRICK; CROMARTIE NEXT? (1:13 p.m. ET)

The New York Jets traded Wednesday to acquire quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick from the Texans. They're also apparently in serious discussions to bring back cornerback Antonio Cromartie. All this a day after bringing back another former Jets cornerback -- Darrelle Revis.

DOLPHINS' CORTLAND FINNEGAN ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT (12:30 p.m. ET)

Cortland Finnegan, a 31-year-old ex-Pro Bowler, announced his retirement with a post on his Instagram account. Finnegan, who played nine seasons, took a shot at Andre Johnson in the post:

"Spent 9 years doing something I Loved and it has payed off in so many ways.. To say I have been blessed is an understatement I am forever thankful.. I have made my share of mistakes and had moments of glory. I even got into a fight in an NFL Game (he hits like a bish). I'm thankful for the friends I made on and off the field love yAll.. Time to move on and enjoy new people new places and new ideas.. I forgot to thank all the haters I love yAll to"

SOURCE: GIANTS RE-SIGN LB MARK HERZLICH (11:32 a.m. ET)

AGENT: FRANK GORE SIGNS DEAL WITH COLTS (11:04 a.m. ET)

Former San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore put pen to paper on Wednesday morning, Gore’s agent Drew Rosenhaus tweeted this morning. Gore signed a three-year deal for $12 million with $8.5 million in the first two years, FOX Sports 1's NFL Mike Garafolo reports.

BILLS GIVE DT WILLIAMS ONE-YEAR EXTENSION (10:49 a.m. ET)

Kyle Williams still had time left on his deal with Buffalo, but now he has another year, ensuring he'll stay with the re-vamping club for three more seasons.

REPORT: CINCINNATI BOOSTS INTERIOR OL (10:42 a.m. ET)

The Cincinnati Bengals signed the No. 1 offensive guard on the board on Wednesday agreeing to a five-year, $26 million deal with Clint Boling, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.

JULIUS THOMAS TO THE JAGS IS OFFICIAL (10:39 a.m. ET)

It's a five-year, $46 million contract with $24 million guaranteed.

DOLPHINS RELEASE DT RANDY STARKS (10:34 a.m. ET)

The Dolphins have parted ways with defensive tackle Randy Starks, to clear space for the incoming Ndamukong Suh.

REPORT: RAIDERS ADD TO IMPRESSIVE FRONT-7 (10:27 a.m. ET)

The Oakland Raiders beefed up the interior of their defense by signing defensive tackle Dan Williams and veteran linebacker Curtis Lofton, ESPN’s Michael Wright reports.

Williams, who played five seasons for the Arizona Cardinals, gives the Raiders a run-stopping presence up the middle. By adding Lofton, Jack Del Rio’s defense gets an athletic linebacker, who the Saints tried to trade a few days ago.

EAGLES' MOVES JUST KEEP COMING (8:32 a.m. ET)

The Philadelphia Eagles missed out on Frank Gore, but they aren't done trying to fill the hole left by the LeSean McCoy trade. The team is hosting -- and expected to sign -- free agent running back Ryan Mathews today, according to NFL insider Mike Garafolo. Mathews played just six games last season, totaling 330 yards, but ecipsed 1,000 yards on the ground in 2011 and 2013 and has a career 4.4 yard per carry average.

The Eagles also continued to focus on their defense, adding corner back Walter Thurmond, who played last season with the New York Giants after four seasons in Seattle.

REUNION GROWING IN NEW YORK? (6:40 a.m. ET)

According to the New York Daily News, the Jets are involved in serious discussions with cornerback Antonio Cromartie, who spent last season in Arizona. Prior to that, the 30-year-old spent four seasons with the Jets, three of them alongside fellow corner Darrelle Revis.

On Tuesday night, Revis agreed to return to the Jets after two seasons away with Tampa Bay and, last season, New England. New Jets head coach Todd Bowles was the defensive coordinator in Arizona and coached Cromartie last season.

ANOTHER EARLY RETIREMENT, THIS TIME IN STEEL CITY (12:45 a.m. ET)

As the page turned to the second day of the NFL calendar year, the first news of note wasn't a trade or a signing, but rather another stunning retirement. This time, 27-year-old Pittsburgh linebacker Jason Worilds is calling it a career, despite collecting 7.5 sacks last season and 15.5 over the past two.

The 2010 second-round pick, through his agent's Twitter feed, stated he has "opted to pursue other interests." On Tuesday, 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis, 30, and former Titans quarterback Jake Locker, 26 and like Worilds a free agent this offseason, announced their retirements.

UPDATE: NUMBERS ARE IN ON DARRELLE REVIS DEAL (9:44 p.m. ET)

Darrelle Revis' deal with the Jets is for five years, $70 million, FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo reported late Tuesday. $39 million of that is guaranteed. More details on the deal here.

ROY HELU GOING TO RAIDERS ON TWO-YEAR DEAL (9:13 p.m. ET)

Running back Roy Helu is off to Oakland, according to FOX Sports 1 NFL insiders Mike Garafolo and Peter Schrager. NFL.com first reported the deal.

Helu, a four-year veteran, played in 14 games for the Washington Redskins last year, rushing for 216 yards and one touchdown.

SOURCE: PERCY HARVIN IS VISITING BUFFALO (9:02 p.m. ET)

The Buffalo Bills' aggressive search for talent this offseason isn't slowing down.

Former New York Jets wide receiver Percy Harvin is heading to Buffalo to meet with Bills' brass, according to a source.

Harvin, 26, was released by the Jets on Tuesday. After news broke last week that the Jets were acquiring Brandon Marshall in a trade, the writing was on the wall that Harvin would be cut. The Jets saved $10.5 million in cap space by making the move.

UPDATE: DARRELLE REVIS HEADED BACK TO JETS (8:56 p.m. ET)

So much for the Darrelle Revis question. The Super Bowl champion cornerback is going back to the New York Jets, his agents said late Tuesday.

A six-time Pro Bowler, Revis was drafted by the Jets and spent the first seven seasons of his career in New York, where he carved out a legacy as one of the league's top shutdown corners. He went to Tampa Bay in 2013 and returned to Pro Bowl form this past season with the New England Patriots.

WHAT ABOUT DARRELLE REVIS AND ANDRE JOHNSON? (7:30 p.m. ET)

Two of the biggest names still without a new home after Tuesday's initial flurry of news were cornerback Darrelle Revis and wide receiver Andre Johnson. So what's the latest.

Revis is likely deciding between going to the Jets and sticking with the Patriots, per ESPN's Adam Schefter, though the Bills (and Revis' former coach, Rex Ryan) have apparently made a late play.

Johnson appears close to joining Frank Gore with the Indianapolis Colts, as FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo discusses in the video above. That would give head coach Chuck Pagano and rising stud quarterback Andrew Luck two excellent offensive additions.

A FEW OTHER NEWS AND NOTES (7:24 p.m. ET)

Here's a few other items that got a little lost in the busy shuffle after 4 p.m. ET:

* The Cardinals signed linebacker LaMarr Woodley to a one-year deal;

* The Titans gave former Bills safety Da'Norris Searcy four years and $24 million, according to FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo;

* The Colts retained safety Mike Adams on a two-year deal;

* The Vikings -- whose future with Adrian Peterson remains murky -- resigned running back Matt Asiata;

* The Falcons went under the radar to pick up a pair of linebackers.

EAGLES ADD CB BYRON MAXWELL (7:16 p.m. ET)

Philadelphia has lost three of its top offensive producers, but Chip Kelly's Eagles are certainly bulking up on defense. The team announced a six-year deal with cornerback Byron Maxwell on Tuesday. Maxwell spent the last two seasons with the Seahawks.

COLTS, IT IS: FRANK GORE GOING TO INDY (6:08 p.m. ET)

Frank Gore is indeed going to the Colts. After initially appearing poised to join the Eagles, the running back changed his mind late Monday and the Colts were thought to be the front-runners for his services. The team has now announced the deal.

A.J. HAWK JOINING HOMETOWN BENGALS (5:41 p.m. ET)

Linebacker A.J. Hawk -- an Ohio State graduate and Ohio native -- is headed to the Cincinnati Bengals, according to his agent. Hawk had visited with the team Monday.

BRANDON MARSHALL TO THE JETS IS OFFICIAL (5:37 p.m. ET)

Brandon Marshall has passed his physical and his trade to the New York Jets from the Chicago Bears is official.

The teams agreed on the deal last Friday, but it became official at the start of the unrestricted free agency signing period Tuesday.

The Jets sent a fifth-round draft pick to the Bears for Marshall and a seventh-rounder. Marshall, who turns 31 on March 23, has played the last three seasons with the Bears. He dealt with injuries and had 61 catches last season, his lowest total since his rookie year with Denver in 2006, for 721 yards and eight touchdowns.

Marshall told the team's website playing in New York and for new coach Todd Bowles is "an amazing opportunity." -- AP

MORE ON THOMAS, HOUSE GOING TO JAGS (5:33 p.m. ET)

With the start of the free agency, the Julius Thomas and Davon House deals are official for the Jaguars. FOX Sports Florida has the story.

JETS RELEASE PERCY HARVIN (5:30 p.m. ET)

Wide receiver and all-around running threat Percy Harvin has been released, the Jets announced Tuesday. The team didn't mince words, saying on Twitter simply, "We have released WR Percy Harvin."

COLTS ADD LB TRENT COLE (5:20 p.m. ET)

Add Trent Cole to the list of officially departed Eagles. The two-time Pro Bowl linebacker signed with the Indianapolis Colts on Tuesday.

PANTHERS DO, IN FACT, RELEASE DEANGELO WILLIAMS (5:18 p.m. ET)

The Carolina running back told us it would happen, and now the team has made it official.

EAGLES, BILLS MAKE MCCOY-ALONSO TRADE OFFICIAL (5:15 p.m. ET)

The worst-kept major secret of the free agency season is now official. LeSean McCoy is headed to the Buffalo Bills. Linebacker Kiko Alonso is going to the Philadelphia Eagles.

REPORT: TORREY SMITH HEADED TO 49ERS ON FIVE-YEAR DEAL (5:04 p.m. ET)

Free-agent wide receiver Torrey Smith has reached agreement on a five-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers, per ESPN.

SHANE VEREEN GETTING $12.35M FROM GIANTS (5:03 p.m. ET)

The New York Giants are giving running back Shane Vereen a three-year deal worth $12.35 million, FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo reports.

BENGALS MAKE DEVON STILL AN OFFER (4:52 p.m. ET)

Nice story from earlier in the day, as the Cincinnati Bengals have offered a deal to defensive tackle Devon Still, whose daughter is fighting cancer.

EXCLUSIVE: DAVON HOUSE TALKS ABOUT HIS DECISION TO LEAVE GREEN BAY (4:45 p.m. ET)

Cornerback Davon House talked to FOX Sports Wisconsin about his decision to leave for Jacksonville. His reasons are hard to argue with.

"When I'm in Green Bay, I'm just another guy," House said. "They've won their Super Bowls, and we always were really good there. But I was just another guy there. With Jacksonville, when we start winning, I think the city is going to turn around and guys from our free-agent class are going to get credit for how we turned things around."

VIKINGS ADD SHAUN HILL TO QB MIX (4:40 p.m. ET)

Shaun Hill is headed to the Vikings on a two-year deal, per FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Alex Marvez. Teddy Bridgewater is the main man in Minnesota, but the quarterback situation there is far from perfect.

CHARGERS STRIKE FIVE-YEAR DEAL WITH OL FRANKLIN (4:30 p.m. ET)

Orlando Franklin is headed to San Diego to shore up the team's offensive line after spending the first four seasons of his career with the Broncos. The team announced the deal Tuesday.

TITANS QB JAKE LOCKER IS RETIRING (4:27 p.m. ET)

In a surprise move, Titans quarterback Jake Locker announced his retirement Tuesday. The 26-year-old said he no longer has the "burning desire necessary to play the game for a living." He started just one game in 2014 before injuries derailed his season.

Here's a statement from Locker:

"I am retiring from football after much reflection and discussion with my family. I will always be grateful for having had the opportunity to realize my childhood dream of playing in the NFL and for the lifelong relationships I developed because of that experience. Football has always played a pivotal role in my life and I love the game, but I no longer have the burning desire necessary to play the game for a living; to continue to do so would be unfair to the next organization with whom I would eventually sign. I realize this decision is surprising to many, but I know in my heart that it is the right decision and I look forward to spending more time with my family and pursuing other interests."

JETS SIGN CB BUSTER SKRINE TO 4-YEAR, $25M DEAL (4:24 p.m. ET)

After four seasons in Cleveland, Buster Skrine is moving on to the New York Jets. FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo reports the deal is for four years and $25 million.

BRONCOS SIGN TIGHT END OWEN DANIELS (4:22 p.m. ET)

Per the team's Twitter account, Owen Daniels is headed to Denver to soften the blow of losing Julius Thomas to Jacksonville. Daniels spent last season with the Ravens after being in Houston for the first eight of his career.

REPORT: RAMS, EAGLES SWAPPING QBS BRADFORD, FOLES (4:17 p.m. ET)

Major trade news out of the NFC, according to ESPN. Oft-injured quarterback Sam Bradford will head to Philadelphia. In exchange, the Eagles are sending quarterback Nick Foles to the Rams as the Chip Kelly makeover continues in Philly.

RAVENS TRADING NGATA TO LIONS (4:08 p.m. ET)

Ndamukong Suh appears to be on the way out, but the Lions have found their replacement in Haloti Ngata. Detroit acquired the five-time Pro Bowler in a trade with Baltimore on Tuesday.

PATS NOT EXERCISING BRANDON BROWNER OPTION (4:02 p.m. ET)

A source told FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo that the Patriots have not informed cornerback Brandon Browner they will be exercising his option, the latest in a string of New England defensive backfield free agency news.

GLAZER: SAINTS SEND JIMMY GRAHAM TO SEAHAWKS IN TRADE (3:57 p.m. ET)

The Seattle Seahawks are refusing to stand around.

FOX NFL Insider Jay Glazer is reporting that the Seahawks have agreed to a trade for New Orleans Saints star tight end Jimmy Graham. The defending NFC championship would send center Max Unger and a first-round pick in exchange for Graham and a fourth-round pick.

REPORT: BRONCOS SIGN JULIUS THOMAS' REPLACEMENT (3:18 p.m. ET)

CARDINALS ANNOUNCE SIGNING OF LAMARR WOODLEY (2:58 p.m. ET)

Arizona is adding a pass rusher. Outside linebacker LaMarr Woodley agreed to a one-year deal and will bolster the cardinals off the edge.

SOURCE: PACKERS RE-SIGNING BRYAN BULAGA (2:17 p.m. ET)

SOURCE: GIANTS EXPECTED TO ADD ANOTHER RB IN ROTATION (1:33 p.m. ET)

The New York Giants added running back Rashad Jennings in free agency and drafted Andre Williams a season ago. Now, they're adding a third horse to the rotation.

Former Patriots running back Shane Vereen is expected to sign with the Giants, a source told FOX Sports 1's NFL insider Mike Garafolo.

REPORT: TITANS FINALIZING DEAL FOR SAFETY (1:27 p.m. ET)

SOURCE: JAGUARS TO SIGN SAFETY SERGIO BROWN (1:04 p.m. ET)

REPORT: TITANS INKING SLOT WR TO THREE-YEAR DEAL (12:59 p.m. ET)

BROWNS ANNOUNCE SIGNING OF WR BRIAN HARTLINE (12:43 p.m. ET)

The Cleveland Browns signed wide receiver Brian Hartline, general manager Ray Farmer announced on Tuesday.

“Brian is an excellent teammate,” Farmer said. “He’s a crafty and savvy player with very good hands and is a precision route runner. He can win at all three levels. His size, hands and route running make for a good combination and he is going to help us at the position. We are happy to be able to get him to our team.”

REPORT: COLTS GET THEIR PASS RUSHER (12:19 p.m. ET)

TEAMS TO WATCH FOR LB JONATHAN CASILLAS (11:54 a.m. ET)

BENGALS SIGN VETERAN OT WINSTON (11:24 a.m. ET)

The Cincinnati Bengals have signed nine-year offensive tackle Eric Winston, he said on Twitter this morning.

SOURCE: JAGUARS TO SIGN DAVON HOUSE (11:16 a.m. ET)

MARKET DEVELOPING FOR TITANS OLB DERRICK MORGAN (11:06 a.m. ET)

While nothing appears to be imminent, former Tennessee Titans outside linebacker Derrick Morgan has six teams actively in the mix for his services, a source told FOXSports.com's Ross Jones.

Morgan has strung together three seasons with at least six sacks or more. Morgan, who made a transition to Ray Horton's aggressive 3-4 scheme a season ago, has a good blend of size and athleticism to play defensive end in the 4-3.

COLTS AGREE TO TERMS WITH VERSATILE GUARD (10:26 a.m. ET)

CHIEFS SIGN RON PARKER'S REPLACEMENT? (10: 21 a.m. ET)

SOURCE: DOLPHINS LOOKING TO DEAL ELLERBE, WHEELER (9:09 a.m. ET)

A source told NFL on FOX that the Dolphins are trying to deal Dannell Ellerbe and Philip Wheeler before the league's calendar year begins at 4 p.m. ET Tuesday. If unable to find a suitor, Miami is expected to release both players to clear salary-cap space. -- Alex Marvez

SEAHAWKS COMPLETE CB 'SWAP' WITH EAGLES (11:20 p.m. ET)

It may be free-agent season, but Seattle late Monday night completed what amounts to a swap of cornerbacks with the Eagles. FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reported that Seattle has agreed to a deal with cornerback Cary Williams after the seven-year veteran met with several teams. Williams will likely replace Byron Maxwell, who said on Sunday that he is leaving Seattle to play in ... Philadelphia.

COWBOYS FREE UP $8M IN CAP SPACE; MURRAY NEXT? (11:05 p.m. ET)

With star wideout Dez Bryant carrying the franchise tag and running back DeMarco Murray and linebacker Rolando McClain set to test the free-agent waters, the Cowboys freed up more than $8 million in cap space by using their "Tyron Trigger," a restructuring mechanism in All-Pro tackle Tyron Smith's contract that converts salary into bonus money, FOX Sports Southwest reported.

FALCONS DT HEADED TO DESERT (10:58 p.m. ET)

According to FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo, Falcons defensive tackle Corey Peters will sign with the Arizona Cardinals once free agency officially begins. Garafolo reported the contract will be for three years and and worth about $9 million.

GIANTS KEEPING BEASON (9:30 p.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo reported that the Giants and linebacker Jon Beason restructured his contract, meaning he will be back in New York rather than become a cap casualty. According to NJ.com, the deal lowers Beason's cap hit from $7.4 million to $4.15 million and lowers his total compensation next season from $5.825 million to $3.7 million.

JULIUS THOMAS HEADED TO JAGUARS (9:23 p.m. ET)

The Jacksonville Jaguars have landed a big prize in free agency. Tight end Julius Thomas is leaving the Broncos for Florida, FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo confirmed Monday night.

GORE NOW LEANING TOWARD COLTS? (9:11 p.m. ET)

It looked for all the world Sunday like former 49ers running back Frank Gore would be the man to replace LeSean McCoy in Philadelphia. But several reports Monday indicate that plan has changed.

Gore has "pulled out" of the Eagles deal, according to NFL.com and is now said to be favoring the Colts. FOX Sports 1 NFL insider Mike Garafolo said "all indications" are that Gore is "intent on joining" Indianapolis.

We may have to wait until Tuesday to see how this one shakes out.

WR HARTLINE HEADED TO BROWNS (8:36 p.m. ET)

The Browns found help at wide receiver. Brian Hartline is heading home.

Released last month by the Miami Dolphins after six seasons, Hartline agreed to terms Monday with Cleveland on a two-year, $6 million contract. The Browns confirmed the agreement and said a formal announcement will be made Tuesday, when teams can begin signing unrestricted free agents.

The Browns were desperate for quality depth at wide receiver after former Pro Bowler Josh Gordon was suspended for one year for being a repeat violator of the NFL's drug policy. Gordon must sit out the entire 2015 season. -- AP

REPORT: IUPATI PLANS TO SIGN WITH CARDINALS (7:01 p.m. ET)

Former 49ers offensive guard Mike Iupati has told people he's looking to sign with the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. Other teams that were in the running for landing Iupati were the New York Jets, Minnesota Vikings and Buffalo Bills.

SEAHAWKS WILL ADD CB BLACKMON (6:41 p.m. ET)

Needing to add depth in the secondary, the Seattle Seahawks are set to sign free agent cornerback Will Blackmon, the Associated Press reported.

Blackmon spent the past two seasons with Jacksonville but was with Seattle through the 2013 offseason before being cut during training camp. Blackmon made 12 starts in 23 games for the Jaguars with one interception.

PACKERS MAKE IT OFFICIAL WITH RANDALL COBB (6:37 p.m. ET)

The Green Bay Packers officially re-signed receiver Randall Cobb.

The team did not release terms of the deal in a statement Monday. Cobb and the Packers agreed to a four-year, $40 million contract over the weekend that kept the wideout off the open market. -- AP

RAMS RELEASE JAKE LONG, SCOTT WELLS (6:22 p.m. ET)

The Rams parted ways with 40 percent of their starting offensive line on the eve of the new league year. Offensive tackle Jake Long and offensive guard Scott Wells were released on Monday, freeing up $12.5 million in salary cap space.

"Jake and Scott brought experience and professionalism to our program and we appreciate that commitment and hard work," coach Jeff Fisher said. "Both of them overcame injury difficulties and provided leadership for our younger players. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for both of them."

S MCCOURTY SAYS HE'S STAYING WITH PATRIOTS (5:46 p.m. ET)

In addition to the Darrelle Revis news, the Patriots made headlines Monday with another member of the defensive backfield. Safety Devin McCourty said on Twitter that he's sticking around on a five-year deal.

SAINTS RELEASE VETERAN LB LOFTON (5:39 p.m. ET)

New Orleans Saints veteran middle linebacker Curtis Lofton says he's been released.

The roster move comes as the Saints work to reduce player payroll below the 2015 salary cap before the new league year begins Tuesday afternoon.

Lofton, a seven year veteran, was due $2.65 million in base salary next season. -- AP

BROWNS TENDER OFFER TO PRO BOWL SAFETY GIPSON (5:02 p.m. ET)

The Browns have tendered a qualifying offer to Pro Bowl safety Tashaun Gipson and three other defenders before the free agency signing period begins.

Cleveland placed a second-round tender on Gipson, a restricted free agent who became the first undrafted Browns player to make the Pro Bowl since linebacker Michael Johnson in 1999. Gipson finished with a career-high six interceptions despite missing the final five games with a knee injury. -- AP

EAGLES AGREE TO FOUR-YEAR DEAL WITH LB GRAHAM (4:44 p.m. ET)

The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to a four-year contract with linebacker Brandon Graham.

The 26-year-old Graham had 5 1/2 sacks and forced four fumbles for the Eagles in 2014 while splitting duties at outside linebacker with Trent Cole. -- AP

BENGALS KEEP KICKER NUGENT (4:39 p.m. ET)

The Bengals kept record-setting kicker Mike Nugent by signing him to a two-year deal on Monday, the eve of the NFL's free agency.

Nugent has been Cincinnati's kicker for the past five seasons. He holds team records for the most field goals and points in a season, making 33 kicks for 132 points in 2011. He kicked a 57-yard field goal -- the longest in Bengals history -- during their playoff loss at Indianapolis last season. -- AP

TE CARRIER GETS TWO-YEAR EXTENSION FROM 49ERS (4:30 p.m. ET)

Tight end Derek Carrier has received a two-year contract extension from the San Francisco 49ers that takes him through the 2017 season.

Carrier went on season-ending injured reserve Nov. 27 with a foot injury. Before that, he appeared in 11 games with one start and made nine receptions for 105 yards. The 49ers have liked his speed and blocking ability. San Francisco has depth at tight end, a position led by Vernon Davis. -- AP

PATRIOTS DECLINE TO PICK UP REVIS OPTION (4:10 p.m. ET)

Darrelle Revis is officially on the market after the Patriots declined to pick up his $20 million option Monday.

ANDRE JOHNSON OFFICIALLY ON THE MARKET (4:04 p.m. ET)

We pretty much knew this one was coming, but the Houston Texans officially let Andre Johnson go Monday. The seven-time Pro Bowler holds most of the franchise's receiving records.

STEELERS RELEASE BRETT KEISEL (4:01 p.m. ET)

The Pittsburgh Steelers released 13-year veteran Brett Kiesel on Monday, just 24 hours before the free agency period officially opens.

“We have informed Brett Keisel that we plan to release him today,” Steelers General Manager Kevin Colbert said in a statement. “Brett has played a major role in our success during his 13 years in Pittsburgh. We appreciate his efforts and we are grateful for what he helped us accomplish, including two Super Bowl Championships. We will always consider him an all-time Pittsburgh Steeler.”

MOATS HEADING BACK TO THE STEEL CITY (2:11 p.m. ET)

JAGS ADD DEPTH TO O-LINE (1:15 p.m. ET)

Free-agent OT Jermey Parnell is expected to sign five-year, $32.5 million contract with Jaguars, according to Mike Garafolo.

GINN GOING BACK TO CAROLINA (12:20 p.m. ET)

The Panthers have agreed to a two-year contract with Ted Ginn Jr., bringing the wide receiver/returner back to Carolina. --AP

49ERS TO LOSE TWO KEY DEFENSIVE STARS? (11 a.m. ET)

In a somewhat stunning turn of events, it looks as thought the 49ers will have two huge holes to fill on the defensive side of the ball this offseason.

SIGNAL-CALLERS SIGNING WITH TEXANS (10:30 a.m. ET)

The Texans agreed to terms with QB Ryan Mallett and are expected to sign Brian Hoyer when free agency opens. Hoyer started 13 games for the Browns last season, while Mallett played in three games for Houston.

RAIDERS' CENTER OF ATTENTION (9:40 a.m. ET)

BRONCO BOLTS FOR CHARGERS (8:45 a.m. ET)

Denver guard Orlando Franklin looks to be headed west to a division rival.

According to an ESPN report, Franklin, one of the most coveted linemen in this year’s free-agent class, will be leaving Denver for San Diego.

BILLS KEEPING HUGHES (8:06 a.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo confirmed reports that the Buffalo Bills were finalizing a deal to keep defensive end Jerry Hughes worth more than $45 million over five years. Hughes was traded to Buffalo in 2013 and has had 10 sacks in each of his two seasons with the Bills.

CARDS BOOST LINEBACKERS CORPS (5 a.m. ET)

FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo confirmed reports that the Arizona Cardinals will sign oft-injured linebacker Sean Weatherspoon to a one-year contract.

Yahoo! Sports reported the deal will pay Weatherspoon "just south of $4 million." Weatherspoon has battled injuries in recent years, playing in only seven games the past two seasons after a promising first three years in Atlanta.

The 27-year-old linebacker missed all of last season with a torn Achilles.

PATRIOTS KEEPING ONE KEY DB (10:30 p.m. ET)

It appears the Eagles' hopes of adding Patriots' safety Devin McCourty to their growing basket of free-agent goodies have evaporated.

According to Garafolo and other reports, the deal will be for five years and $47.5 million — less than what McCourty was offered elsewhere.

FROM SUNDAY’S EARLIER FRENZY OF NEWS…

GORE TO BOLT 49ERS

After agreeing to ship running back LeSean McCoy to Buffalo last week, the Eagles kept turning over their roster during the weekend.

FOX Sports 1 NFL Insider Mike Garafolo confirmed earlier reports Sunday that Eagles coach Chip Kelly will replace McCoy in the starting backfield with 10-year veteran Frank Gore. NFL Media's Albert Breer reported the deal will be for three years with a guaranteed $7.5 million over the first two seasons. Gore, 31, is San Francisco's all-time leading rusher with 11,073 yards (second-most among active running backs, though the No. 1 man on the list, Steven Jackson, is a free agent and his playing days may be over). Gore has run for at least 1,100 yards in each of the past four seasons.

MACLIN REUNITES WITH AN OLD FRIEND

Garafolo reported that receiver Jeremy Maclin, coming off the best season of his career, will reunite with the coach who drafted him, joining Andy Reid in Kansas City. Last season, Chiefs receivers caught a total of zero touchdown passes.

EAGLES IN HOT PURSUIT OF MARIOTA?

Garafolo also reported the Eagles, rumored to be in hot pursuit of moving up in the draft to select quarterback Marcus Mariota, are bringing back Mark Sanchez -- the man who surprisingly led the team in passing yards and touchdowns last season.

SEAHAWKS’ MAXWELL HEADS EAST

And for good measure, Garafolo learned that the Eagles are enhancing the other side of the ball, agreeing to a six-year, $63 million deal with Seahawks cornerback Byron Maxwell. The Eagles allowed the second-most passing yards in the NFL last season; Maxwell was part of a defense which allowed nearly 300 fewer passing yards than any other team in the league.

SUH HEADING TO SOUTH BEACH?

Perhaps the biggest free-agent prize in all the NFL, Detroit defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, will reportedly become a Dolphin ... and the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history.

Suh, 28, is a four-time Pro Bowler, three-time first-team All-Pro, and the biggest reason the Lions led the NFL in rushing defense a season ago. Miami was 24th against the run. Detroit entertained the idea of franchising the 6-foot-4, 300-plus pounder, but ultimately decided it too expensive.

WILL BOLDIN AND TORREY SMITH BE REUNITED?

Two offseasons ago, the Baltimore Ravens lost receiver Anquan Boldin to the San Francisco 49ers. Could Torrey Smith be following his former teammate's lead? Writing in a blog post he titled, "Dear Baltimore," in which he thanked coaches, teammates, owners, execs and fans. He is not formally gone, but Smith ended his post stating: "To the Baltimore Ravens Organization, good luck! Thank you, Baltimore! Love!" The Baltimore Sun reported the 49ers could be one team making a run at Smith.

NUGENT STAYS WITH BENGALS

FLOWERS BLOOMS WITH CHARGERS

The San Diego Chargers locked up one of their best defensive players Sunday, signing CB Brandon Flowers to a four-year deal worth about $9 million per season.

MAJOR MOVE IN TAMPA

The Bucs will re-sign safety Major Wright to a two-year deal. Wright played in 12 games and started seven for the league's worst team last season, defending 12 passes and making 51 tackles.