Minnesota Vikings RB Dalvin Cook (knee) has ‘progressed nicely’ from his knee surgery, general manager Rick Spielman said Thursday, Feb. 1, and Spielman said Cook could have the same success that Arizona Cardinals RB Adrian Peterson had coming off his knee surgery in 2012.

Washington Redskins impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins said he was surprised when he heard about the Redskins’ agreement to acquire Kansas City Chiefs QB Alex Smith.

Washington Redskins impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins said he is looking forward to hitting the free-agent market because he has not been able to choose the team he plays for since college. He said he will be looking to sign with a team that can win a championship.

New York Giants QB Eli Manning said he would not have a problem with the Giants if they decide to select a quarterback with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.

Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield said he was scheduled to meet with the New York Giants at the 2018 Senior Bowl, but the two sides were not able to connect.

Impending free-agent RB Le’Veon Bell (Steelers) was asked on Twitter if he would sign with the New York Jets for $60 million, and Bell’s response was, ‘that ain’t enough to come run with the Jets…’ For perspective, Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman’s five-year, $41.25 million extension made him the highest-paid back in football.

San Francisco 49ers executive Martin Mayhew will interview for the Carolina Panthers’ general manager opening, according to sources.

Cincinnati Bengals CB Adam Jones (abdomen) had surgery to repair a hernia recently.

Free-agent WR Rodney Adams (Vikings) signed a Reserve/Future deal with the Indianapolis Colts Friday, Feb. 2.

Buffalo Bills RB LeSean McCoy was a trade target of the Philadelphia Eagles through back-channel intermediaries, according to sources. The Eagles offered a package of players that included then-Eagles WR Jordan Matthews.