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Former first-round pick and San Francisco 49ers standout pass rusher Aldon Smith is in the process of applying for reinstatement to the NFL, according to Jim Trotter of the NFL Network.

The Denver Broncos have picked up a contract option on star linebacker Von Miller and placed the franchise tag on safety Justin Simmons.

Bears inside linebacker Danny Trevathan signed a three-year extension that will keep him with the team through 2022, the team announced Friday.

With a number of teams looking for a tight end when free agency begins, Austin Hooper is expected to have plenty of suitors, but Hooper said his focus is on improving as a player, not his next destination.

The Detroit Lions re-signed long-snapper Don Muhlbach on Saturday, bringing him back for a 17th season with the club he first started playing for in 2004.

Minnesota Vikings tight end David Morgan has been released from his contract with the NFC North side.

The millions always matter, but many players would rather be shown the rings, schemes or post-career opportunities when they hit the open market.

The Los Angeles Chargers have placed their franchise tag on tight end Hunter Henry.

A look at the Patriots' free-agent signings, beginning with the Pats locking down their longtime special-teams star.