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The New England Patriots signed linebacker Jerod Mayo, their first round pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, to an undisclosed contract Thursday.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Rod Smith announced his retirement in a Thursday press conference, marking the end of a 12-year career as one of the most consistently productive receivers in the NFL.

The San Francisco 49ers signed their first-round draft pick, defensive lineman Kentwan Balmer, on Thursday. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed.

When your best offensive hope is a wide receiver with 20 career catches, you've got a problem.

The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to terms with tackle Branden Albert on a five-year contract Thursday. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

NFL security interviewed a number of Minnesota Vikings officials on Tuesday regarding tampering charges levied by the Green Bay Packers over Brett Favre.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Rod Smith has scheduled a Thursday afternoon press conference to announce his retirement, according to the Rocky Mountain News.

The New Orleans Saints and wide receiver Marques Colston agreed to a three-year contract extension through the 2011 season Wednesday.

The San Diego Chargers released veteran wideout Eric Parker on Wednesday.

St. Louis Rams defensive tackle Claude Wroten has been suspended by the NFL without pay for the entire 2008 season due to another violation of its Substance Abuse Policy.