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On the same day Browns brass flew to Houston to meet with QB Deshaun Watson, Baker Mayfield posted a statement to social media thanking the city of Cleveland and its fans "for embracing my family and me."

Quarterback Tyrod Taylor, who played last season with the Texans, intends to sign a two-year, $17 million deal with the New York Giants that includes $8.5 million guaranteed, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The NFL awarded 39 compensatory picks for the 2022 draft on Tuesday with the 49ers and Rams leading the way with five selections each.

The Commanders' release of Matt Ioannidis angered his agent, who said the team "lied to our face" about its plans for the veteran defensive tackle.

Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu, who recorded a career-high five sacks for the Chargers last season after winning the starting job, has reached a two-year, $20 million deal with the Seahawks, his agents told ESPN.

J.D. McKissic, who intended to sign a two-year, $7 million deal with the Bills, changed his mind and is instead returning to the Commanders for the same compensation.

The Raiders have reached agreement on a deal with pass-rusher Chandler Jones and are trading Yannick Ngakoue to the Colts, sources told ESPN.

Quarterback Joe Flacco is returning to the New York Jets on a one-year deal worth $3.5 million, a source told ESPN.

Free-agent cornerback Darious Williams plans to sign a three-year contract with the Jaguars.

The Cleveland Browns are set to release TE Austin Hooper, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, saving $9.5 million against the salary cap.

The Raiders are releasing defensive end Carl Nassib, who last season became the first active openly gay player, a league source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

NFL teams have submitted two separate proposals to adjust overtime, the league announced Wednesday, following months of discussion about the advantage of winning the opening possession.

The Broncos still have needs to fill on defense at nickel cornerback, inside linebacker and safety.

The Saints agreed to a 3-year/$28.5 million deal with safety Marcus Maye and also reached an extension with cornerback Bradley Roby, sources said.

The Ravens reached agreements with safety Marcus Williams and offensive tackle Morgan Moses on Tuesday, according to sources.

Linebacker Jordan Hicks, who was released by the Cardinals last week after registering 116 tackles and four sacks in 2021, has reached a deal with the Vikings.