Philadelphia Eagles S Blake Countess agreed to restructure his current contract and also signed a one-year contract extension with the Eagles, according to sources. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Free-agent LB Kevin Pierre-Louis (Jets) signed a one-year contract with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Pittsburgh Steelers seventh-round draft choice OT Derwin Gray signed a four-year contract with the Steelers Wednesday, May 8. Financial terms were not disclosed.

New England Patriots WR Bruce Ellington was released Wednesday, May 8.

Philadelphia Eagles WR Johnny Holton was waived Wednesday, May 8.

New York Giants C Jon Halapio (leg) said he has been cleared to practice after breaking his leg during the 2018 season. He is considered the leading candidate to start at center.

Free-agent RB Rod Smith (Cowboys) signed with the New York Giants Wednesday, May 8. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott has received an initial contact extension offer from the Cowboys, and the team is waiting for his counter offer, according to sources. The two sides are not believed to be close to any deal.

Washington Redskins OG Brandon Scherff (pectoral) said he is about 90 percent healthy at this point but should be ready for the start of training camp.

Free-agent DE Ziggy Ansah (Lions) is receiving interest from multiple teams, but the Seattle Seahawks have emerged as the leading candidate to sign him, according to sources.