Denver Broncos RB C.J. Anderson (knee) is expected to be cleared from his knee surgery in two weeks, according to sources.

Texas Tech QB Patrick Mahomes’ stock is gaining steam as the NFL Draft approaches, according to NFL Network’s Mike Mayock. Mayock believes Mahomes should be a first-round consideration. ‘He’s different. He’s a gunslinger, he’s got an innate feel for the game,’ Mayock said. ‘The more I look at him, the more I push him higher and closer to that first-round conversation.’

Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell received the franchise tag Monday, Feb. 27, as expected, according to a source.

Atlanta Falcons impending free-agent DE Dwight Freeney will return for a 16th season, according to a source.

Cleveland Browns impending free-agent WR Terrelle Pryor is not expected to be given the franchise tag before the franchise tag deadline Wednesday, March 1. The Browns are hoping to sign Pryor to a long-term contract before free agency begins. Pryor has already said he would like to stay with the Browns.

Free-agent OT Fahn Cooper (49ers) was signed by the Indianapolis Colts Monday, Feb. 27.

Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy named Jeff Blasko assistant offensive line coach, Tim McGarigle defensive quality control coach and David Raih offensive perimeter coach Monday, Feb. 27.

Carolina Panthers impending free-agent DT Kawann Short received the franchise tag Monday, Feb. 27. The tag is estimated to be worth more than $14.77 million if he signs it.

Los Angeles Rams impending free-agent CB Trumaine Johnson is expected to receive the franchise tag before the franchise tag deadline Wednesday, March 1.

San Diego Chargers impending free-agent LB Melvin Ingram is expected to receive the franchise tag before the franchise tag deadline Wednesday, March 1.