Seattle Seahawks impending free-agent DT Sheldon Richardson is not expected to be franchise tagged. The Seahawks would like to keep him on a long-term basis, however.

Carolina Panthers impending free-agents PK Graham Gano is more likely to receive Carolina’s franchise tag than impending free-agent OG Andrew Norwell.

Updating a previous report, Atlanta Falcons impending free-agent PK Matt Bryant and the Falcons have begun negotiations on a new contract. Bryant will turn 43 this offseason but believes he can play two or three more seasons.

New York Giants LB Deontae Skinner was waived Thursday, Feb. 22.

Indianapolis Colts impending free-agent PK Adam Vinatieri (Colts) agreed to a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts Thursday, Feb. 22. Financial terms weren’t disclosed.

Atlanta Falcons impending free-agent PK Matt Bryant said there is mutual interest in returning to the Falcons.

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Eli Rogers (knee) said he’s off crutches as of Wednesday, Feb. 21.

Cincinnati Bengals TE Tyler Eifert is ‘unlikely’ to be re-signed by the team, according to Paul Dehner Jr. of the Cincinnati Enquirer, who believes someone would be willing to pay up for his services, even if it’s on a ‘prove-it’ type deal.

Jacksonville Jaguars TE Marcedes Lewis will receive a $500,000 bonus after the team exercised his 2018 option, according to a source. He is scheduled to receive a $3.75 million base salary in 2018 but it is not guaranteed.

Cleveland Browns WR Josh Gordon will be an exclusive rights free agent this offseason because he did not play in enough games this season for an accrued season.