Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield will dine with members of the Miami Dolphins prior to Oklahoma’s pro day March 14. The Dolphins own the No. 11 overall pick in this year’s draft and are making an effort to get to know Mayfield if he remains available at that spot.

Washington Redskins impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins could theoretically be franchise tagged by the Redskins, but if that were to occur then Cousins would not entertain a long-term deal with his new team and he would make a whopping $34 million under the tag. If Cousins did not immediately sign the tag, he could not be traded anyway. Furthermore, the Redskins would not be able to do much else in free agency and also just traded for Kansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith.

Detroit Lions TE Eric Ebron will not be released as he enters the 2018 season under his fifth-year option. Ebron will be guaranteed $8.25 million when the new league year begins. The inconsistent tight end’s presence will limit playing time for fellow TEs Darren Fells and Michael Roberts.

Former Oakland Raiders offensive coordinator Todd Downing was officially hired by the Minnesota Vikings as senior offensive assistant Monday, Feb. 19.

Philadelphia Eagles impending free-agent RB LeGarrette Blount wants to return to the Eagles, he told NFL Network during an interview.

Updating an ongoing story, Dallas Cowboys impending free-agent DE DeMarcus Lawrence will receive the franchise tag, if no long-term deal can be reached.

Updating an ongoing story, Jacksonville Jaguars impending free-agent WR Allen Robinson (knee) is expected to receive the franchise tag, if no long-term deal can be reached.

Updating an ongoing story, Carolina Panthers DE Julius Peppers (shoulder) is leaning toward playing in 2018, according to a source. Peppers is recovering from shoulder surgery and is not quite ready to commit to a return.

Philadelphia Eagles running backs coach Duce Staley and wide receivers coach Mike Groh will interview for the Eagles’ offensive coordinator position Monday, Feb. 19.

Washington Redskins impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins will have heavy pursuit from the New York Jets, who are prepared to pay ‘whatever it takes’ to land him, according to sources.