The Indianapolis Colts promoted assistant offensive line coach Joe Gilbert to the position of offensive line coach Tuesday, Jan. 22. Last year, the Colts managed to rush for 104.4 yards per game, which was the team’s highest average since 2007.
Colts | Joe Gilbert promoted

Carolina Panthers LB Jon Beason (shoulder) underwent successful shoulder surgery earlier this month; according to head Panthers head coach Ron Rivera. Beason also had knee surgery earlier in the year.
Panthers | Jon Beason underwent surgery

The San Diego Chargers hired Joe D’Alessandris (Bills) to coach the offensive line Tuesday, Jan. 22.
Chargers | Joe D’Alessandris hired

The San Diego Chargers hired Fred Graves (Panthers) to coach the wide receivers Tuesday, Jan. 22.
Chargers | Fred Graves hired

NFL draft prospect RB Marcus Lattimore said he has spoken to Denver Broncos RB Willis McGahee (knee) about coming back from a serious knee injury.

Our View: Like McGahee, Lattimore could miss his entire rookie season as he comes back from this major knee injury. We compared Lattimore to Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart because of his size/speed combination and smooth open field moves.
NFL | Marcus Lattimore getting advice on returning from injury

The New England Patriots signed DL Armond Armstead, formerly of the Canadian Football League, Tuesday, Jan. 22.
Patriots | Sign Armond Armstead

NFL draft prospect QB EJ Manuel met with Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly Monday, Jan. 21. Manuel said he had a great conversation with Kelly.

Our View: Manuel is a mobile QB with a strong arm. He could be a developmental prospect for the Eagles to keep their eye on.
NFL | E.J. Manuel met with Chip Kelly