Derrick Harvey, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2008 draft, was released Sunday by the Cincinnati Bengals. Harvey hasn't lived up to the high expectations that come with being selected in the first round.

San Francisco 49ers return man Kyle Williams no longer has to worry about Devin Thomas. The ex-New York Giant abruptly announced his retirement Sunday.

Devin Hester has built a reputation as one of the league's most electric return men. In an effort to keep Hester fresher for other situations, the Bears plan on limiting his role on kickoffs this season.

Gregg Williams urged his Saints players to target 49ers WR Kyle Williams, who has a history of concussions. But New Orleans wasn't the only NFC playoff team to do so.

Devin Thomas earned his place in Giants lore with two key fumble recoveries in last season's NFC Championship Game. Kyle Williams' worst enemy has now signed a one-year deal with the Bears.

2012 NFL Free Agents List

2011 NFL Free Agents List

Super Bowl abounds with unsung heroes

NFL: NY players didn't hit Williams illegally

After their victory over the 49ers, two Giants players involved with Kyle Williams' key turnover said they targeted the punt returner because of his history of concussions. On Tuesday, Michael Boley said targeting doesn't happen. Who to believe?

Pat Kirwan looks at six storylines from Championship Sunday and finds plenty of surprises from the two games, including how the Pats won without a TD pass from Tom Brady.

Williams, 49ers fumble away chance at Super Bowl