Falcons | No progress on Austin Hooper deal

Atlanta Falcons TE Austin Hooper is not close to a contract extension with the team, according to general manager Thomas Dimitroff Tuesday, Jan. 21. ‘The reality right now is that we are trudging along,’ Dimitroff said. ‘Once we get back from the Super Bowl, after the Super Bowl week we’ll continue to look and see how we are moving forward. But at this point there are no updates on Austin.’

NFL | Arrest warrant issued for Antonio Brown

Free-agent WR Antonio Brown (Patriots) had an arrest warrant on a felony charge of burglary and battery issued against him Wednesday, Jan. 22, by Hollywood, Fla. police. A moving truck driver claimed he was assaulted by Brown and his trainer. Brown also was charged with one count of burglary of an occupied conveyance and one count of criminal mischief.

Vikings | Dalvin Cook will be ready for workouts

Minnesota Vikings RB Dalvin Cook (shoulder) indicated that he will be ready for the start of offseason workouts.

Footballguys View: The Vikings will continue using Cook as their battering ram on offense and centerpiece of what they do on that side of the ball. Cook is entering the final year of his contract and is a candidate for an extension this offseason.