Free-agent DT Kawann Short (Panthers) said Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer indicated the team could re-sign Short if he is not able to find what he is looking for in free agency.

Free-agent DT Kawann Short (Panthers) said he has received interest from a few teams since his release. Short said he likely will have to accept a one-year contract this offseason.

Houston Texans RB Dontrell Hilliard signed a new one-year contract with the Texans Monday, Feb. 22, worth $1.25 million, according to a source. The deal includes $200,000 in guaranteed money.

Green Bay Packers impending free-agent RB Jamaal Williams said he hopes to re-sign with the Packers this offseason but is ready to test the free-agent market if he does not return.

Oregon CB Thomas Graham Jr. has recently had virtual meetings with the Los Angeles Rams, Green Bay Packers, New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints.

New England Patriots impending free-agent C David Andrews said he would like to re-sign with the Patriots this offseason but is open to all scenarios.

Green Bay Packers WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling will have his 2021 salary increase to $2.183 million because of the proven performance escalator.

Carolina Panthers WR Keith Kirkwood signed a new one-year contract with the Panthers Monday, Feb. 22, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Carolina Panthers WR Brandon Zylstra signed a new one-year contract with the Panthers Monday, Feb. 22, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.

New York Jets QB Sam Darnold has drawn real trade interest, but the team wants to fully evaluate all the quarterbacks in the NFL draft before making a decision.