New England Patriots DT Frank Herron was released Thursday, May 16.

Atlanta Falcons first-round OG Chris Lindstrom signed a four-year contract that includes a fifth-year team option Thursday, May 16. While exact financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed, Lindstrom’s signing bonus is worth a reported $8.7 million.

Undrafted free-agent DB Alex X. Brown (South Carolina State) signed a three-year undisclosed contract with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, May 16. DE Damontre Moore was waived to make room for him on the roster.

Free-agent WR Jalen Tolliver (Cardinals) agreed to terms on a contract with the Tennessee Titans on Thursday, May 16. Terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.

Free-agent LB Pernell McPhee (Redskins) signed a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, May 16. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.

Free-agent S Adarius Pickett signed an undisclosed contract with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday, May 16, after participating in their minicamp last weekend on a tryout basis.

Atlanta Falcons assistant general manager Scott Pioli has decided to step down and ‘pursue other potential opportunities.’

Cincinnati Bengals OT Jonah Williams and TE Drew Sample, the team’s first- and second- round draft picks, signed their rookie contracts Thursday, May 16. Additional signing terms were not immediately available.

Denver Broncos TE Noah Fant and QB Drew Lock were not injured Wednesday, May 15, when the shuttle vehicle they were riding in at Los Angeles International Airport collided with another vehicle.

Free-agent OG R.J. Prince (Steelers) signed Thursday, May 16, with the Baltimore Ravens. In corresponding moves, the Ravens waived OL Kofi Amichia and TE Nick Keizer.