Free-agent P Hayden Hunt signed a futures contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Wednesday, Jan. 2.

New England Patriots TE Dwayne Allen (undisclosed) missed a second straight day of practice Thursday, Jan. 3.

New England Patriots FS Devin McCourty (concussion) missed his second straight day of practice Thursday, Jan. 3, as he recovers from a concussion.

Houston Texans WR Keke Coutee (hamstring) is ‘trending in the right direction’ as he attempts to overcome a hamstring injury and play in the Saturday, Jan. 5, wild-card game, according to head coach Bill O’Brien. Coutee’s status likely will be a game-time decision.

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Former Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase will interview with the New York Jets Friday, Jan. 4.

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Washington Redskins LB Reuben Foster had his domestic assault charges dropped by prosecutors Thursday, Jan. 3.

Seattle Seahawks OG D.J. Fluker (hamstring) and S Tedric Thompson (ankle) said they’ll be ready for the playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys Saturday, Jan. 5.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Todd Monken has been requested for an interview by the Cincinnati Bengals for their head coaching vacancy.

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels declined the Cincinnati Bengals’ request for an interview for their head coaching vacancy.

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski is interviewing for the Cleveland Browns’ head coaching vacancy Thursday, Jan. 3.