Pittsburgh Steelers WR Sammie Coates (finger) underwent surgery to repair fractures and tendon damage in his left ring and index fingers, according to a source.

Former Chicago Bears wide receivers coach Curtis Johnson was hired by the New Orleans Saints Tuesday, Jan. 31, to serve in the same role.

Denver Broncos director of college scouting Adam Peters was hired by the San Francisco 49ers as vice president of player personnel Tuesday, Jan. 31.

New York Giants RB Rashad Jennings said he expects to return to the team in 2017. Jennings has one year left on his deal, and his release would save the club $2.5 million.

Chicago Bears wide receivers coach Curtis Johnson will not return in 2017.

Cincinnati Bengals impending free-agent OT Andrew Whitworth has agreed to open negotiations on a contract next week.

Cincinnati Bengals impending free-agent OT Andrew Whitworth has agreed to open negotiations on a contract next week.

The Los Angeles Chargers are hoping to re-sign RB Danny Woodhead (knee) this offseason. Woodhead is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in March.

The Los Angeles Chargers are hoping to re-sign RB Danny Woodhead (knee) this offseason. Woodhead is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in March.

Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford (finger) had a chance to play in the Pro Bowl Sunday, Jan. 29, but chose to rest his injured middle finger instead. He was the second alternate at quarterback on the NFC team.