According to a source, Miami Dolphins assistant general manager Brian Gaine never had a legitimate chance at the team’s general manager job. He was too connected to former general manager Jeff Ireland, the source said Monday, Jan. 27.
Dolphins | Association hurt Brian Gaine
Free-agent RB Dominic Rhodes (Colts) said in a satellite radio interview Monday, Jan. 27, that he is attempting a comeback at age 35. He is hopeful of getting a chance with a team during organized team activities (OTAs).
Colts | Dominic Rhodes wants to return
The Minnesota Vikings are not expected to re-sign impending free-agent DE Jared Allen unless he is willing to come back on a significantly reduced deal.
Vikings | Not expected to re-sign Jared Allen
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Monday, Jan. 27, that WR Percy Harvin (concussion) had another good day during the team’s walkthrough, and he is on course to play and be a full-go in Super Bowl XLVIII against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Feb. 2.
Seahawks | Percy Harvin solid in walkthrough
Seattle Seahawks DE Michael Bennett said Monday, Jan. 27, that he would like to return to the team next season. He is an impending free-agent after Super Bowl XLVIII. ‘You do want long-term deals, but I don’t think about it as much as some people think I think about it. I think about winning this game,’ Bennett said. ‘I’m taking it one game at a time, taking care of this moment and playing for this team. I would love to stay in Seattle. I love everything about the players, the coaches and the fans.’
Seahawks | Michael Bennett hopes to return
San Francisco 49ers C Jonathan Goodwin would like to continue his career with the team, but he is unlikely to be re-signed. The 49ers are expected to give opportunities to younger, less-expensive players such as OG Daniel Kilgore and OG Joe Looney.
49ers | Might not bring back Jonathan Goodwin
San Francisco 49ers impending free-agent CB Tarell Brown is expected to test the open market.
49ers | Tarell Brown likely to test market
The Cleveland Browns officially hired Buffalo Bills linebackers coach Jim O’Neil as their defensive coordinator Monday, Jan. 27. Also, special teams coach Chris Tabor will return in the same role. Brian Angelichio was named tight ends coach, Bobby Babich as assistant secondary coach, Chuck Driesbach as linebackers coach, Brian Fleury as assistant linebackers coach, Jeff Hafley as secondary coach and Shawn Mennenga as assistant special teams coach.
Browns | Jim O’Neil hired
Marshawn Lynch is famously shy when it comes to speaking with the media. He told Michael Silver he’s not even sure he’ll attend Super Bowl Media Day. That could be an expensive decision.
Marshawn Lynch undecided over attending Media Day
The Dallas Cowboys will hire former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Scott Linehan as their play caller.
Footballguys View: Head coach Jason Garrett used to have play calling duties, but now the team has changed direction. Linehan has plenty of experience in the league, and he should build a pass-happy system around Tony Romo.
Cowboys | Will hire Scott Linehan