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NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Tuesday, March 21

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.

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Patriots linebacker, three-time Super Bowl champion Dont'a Hightower announces retirement

Former New England Patriots linebacker and three-time Super Bowl champion Dont'a Hightower announced on Tuesday that he is retiring from the NFL after nine seasons.

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New Titans DE Arden Key 'felt disrespected' by former team, AFC South rival Jaguars

Tennessee Titans defensive end Arden Key said in his introductory presser that he "felt disrespected" by the Jaguars.

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Packers' Mark Murphy addresses Aaron Rodgers situation: 'I'm sworn to secrecy not to say anything'

The last time Packers president Mark Murphy spoke about Aaron Rodgers, it fanned some flames. So this time around, the CEO is zippering his lips. Speaking Monday at the Wisconsin Tech Summit at Lambeau Field, Murphy joked when asked about the Rodgers situation.

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Lions' C.J. Gardner-Johnson has 'no bad blood' with Eagles: 'You got to do what's best for your family'

The moment it was reported C.J. Gardner-Johnson signed a one-year deal with the Lions, the social media scuttle suggested something went awry with his negotiations with the Eagles. The DB addressed the fallout in his intro presser on Monday.
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Austin Ekeler has 'great relationship' with Chargers but 'relentlessly pursuing' opportunity for better deal

After receiving permission to explore trade options, Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler clarified that the request is only contract-based and has nothing to do with his relationship with the organization.
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Former Panthers, Patriots QB Cam Newton announces he'll throw at Auburn on Tuesday

AP NFL 2015 Most Valuable Player Cam Newton, who hasn’t played since the 2021 season, announced via social media on Monday his plans to throw at his alma mater Auburn’s pro day on Tuesday.
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Bills sign ex-Patriots RB Damien Harris after losing Devin Singletary

The Bills are signing former New England Patriots back Damien Harris, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.
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Browns bringing back ex-Titans QB Josh Dobbs on one-year deal

QB Joshua Dobbs is signing a one-year deal with the Browns to be Deshaun Watson’s backup, his agent Mike McCartney announced Monday.
Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks (13) looks on during pregame warmups prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Houston. The Chargers defeated the Texans, 34-24. (Ryan Kang via AP)

WR Brandin Cooks 'couldn't be more hungry' after trade to Cowboys

After waiting to be sent elsewhere for close to a calendar year (if not longer, depending on who you ask), former Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks is happy to be in Dallas with the Cowboys, where he sees an opportunity to make an impact on a team that expects to win.
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Texans signing ex-Cowboys TE Dalton Schultz, ex-Bills RB Devin Singletary

Houston is adding some firepower on offense. The Texans are signing former Cowboys tight end Dalton Schultz and former Bills running back Devin Singletary.
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Raiders sign former Texans tight end O.J. Howard

Las Vegas Raiders are adding former Texans tight end O.J. Howard to their roster after trading Darren Waller last week.
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Bucs QB Baker Mayfield chose Tampa Bay because of chance to win, isn't trying to be another Tom Brady

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield joined NFL Network's "NFL Now" to discuss how he plans to transition to the starting signal-caller after Tom Brady retired this past offseason.
Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer looks on before an NFL football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Panthers GM Scott Fitterer on trading up to No. 1: 'We wanted to be in position to get a QB'

The Carolina Panthers are in the driver's seat of the 2023 NFL Draft after trading up to No. 1 overall. General manager Scott Fitterer and head coach Frank Reich discussed their new draft position on Monday.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Zach Pascal (3) looks from the sideline with his helmet off during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022 in Glendale, Ariz. The Eagles won the game 20-17. (Paul Jasienski via AP)

NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Monday, March 20

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.
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Gardner Minshew has no 'expectations' about role in Colts offense as Indianapolis weighs drafting QB

The Colts swapped out veteran QBs last week, cutting Matt Ryan and signing the younger Gardner Minshew to a one-year contract. Minshew said Friday he wasn't given any promises about competing for a starting role.
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Javon Hargrave: NFC Championship would've been 'different game' if Brock Purdy didn't get injured

Former Eagles defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, now a San Francisco 49er, admitted Friday that had Niners QB Brock Purdy not gotten injured in the NFC Championship Game, the matchup would have been much more of a "challenge trying to get to him."
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Former Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson signing one-year, $8 million deal with Lions

The Lions are bolstering their defense in 2023. Former Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson is signing a one-year, $8 million deal with Detroit.
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Panthers signing former Vikings WR Adam Thielen to three-year, $25 million deal

Carolina is adding a veteran to its roster. The Panthers are signing former Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen to a three-year, $25 million deal with $10 million in the first year.
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NFL news roundup: Latest league updates from Sunday, March 19

NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown.
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Texans signing LT Laremy Tunsil to three-year, $75 million extension

Laremy Tunsil spoke openly of his desire to become the highest-paid left tackle in the NFL. He got his wish on Sunday. Houston is signing Tunsil to a three-year, $75 million extension that includes $50 million in fully guaranteed money.
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Cowboys acquiring WR Brandin Cooks in trade with Texans

Brandin Cooks is on the move once again. The Cowboys are acquiring the veteran wide receiver from the Texans in exchange for a 2023 fifth-round pick and a 2024 sixth-round pick.
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Bears RB D'Onta Foreman bringing confidence to role with Chicago: 'I came here to try to be the guy'

New Bears running back D’Onta Foreman signed with Chicago on a modest one-year, $3 million contract, but he has big plans for his time in the Windy City.
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New Browns S Juan Thornhill believes 'all the pieces are here' for Cleveland to win Super Bowl

Newly signed Browns safety Juan Thornhill believes Cleveland is a roster that's ready to win a Super Bowl under new DC Jim Schwartz.
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