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By Kdog92@K_Dog92 Apr 18, 2018, 7:00am EDT

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

The best slot receiver in the draft will apparently visit the Patriots - Pats Pulpit
It looks like New England is hosting a potential first-round wide receiver.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

2018 NFL Draft Ceilings and Floors: Josh Rosen - Gang Green Nation
With under two weeks to go until the NFL draft and the Jets preparing to make their most paramount selection since Mark Sanchez, let’s put the top quarterback prospects under the microscope again....

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Bills hosting Wyoming quarterback Josh Allen on pre-draft visit, per report - Buffalo Rumblings
The Bills are close to completing the set, with a week and change before the draft.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Ravens showing the ‘most interest’ in WR Dez Bryant - Baltimore Beatdown
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Baltimore Ravens have shown the most interest in wide receiver Dez Bryant. Rapoport is also reporting that the Saints and Bills have shown some level of...

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Steelers take to Twitter to congratulate James Harrison on retirement - Behind the Steel Curtain
Despite how he left, teammates were extremely appreciative of James Harrison and his tremendous career.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

NFL Draft 2018: Bengals hosting Mike McGlinchey in Cincinnati for visit - Cincy Jungle
The Notre Dame offensive tackle is very much in play for the Bengals’ first round pick.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Browns revamp strength and conditioning staff - Dawgs By Nature
The Browns have likely made their last coaching personnel changes ahead of the 2018 season.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

2018 NFL Draft: Would You Trade Whitney Mercilus And A 2019 First-Round Pick For A 2018 First-Round Pick? - Battle Red Blog
Bill Barnwell threw the idea out there. Now Texans fans discuss the merits of a hypothetical deal.

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

2018 Titans NFL Draft Primer picks needs visits - Music City Miracles
Everything Titans fans need to know from team needs to tracking visits heading in to the 2018 NFL Draft.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Where is the draft day sweet spot for a tight end? - Big Cat Country
When is the right time for the Jacksonville Jaguars to pull the trigger on certain positions?

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Free Agents Who Still Make Sense for Ballard’s New-look Colts - Stampede Blue
Now that the NFL free agent frenzy has completely subsided, teams have turned their focus to the upcoming draft. This final pre-draft period offers teams the chance to hold targeted visits and...

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

C.J. Anderson released by Denver Broncos - Mile High Report
The long-rumored move on the veteran running back finally happened

San Diego Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Los Angeles Chargers Extend, Restructure Corey Liuget - Bolts From The Blue
The Los Angeles Chargers have agreed to terms on a new contract with veteran defensive lineman Corey Liuget. The deal will extend his current contract by one year and will reduce his cap number...

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Jon Gruden, Marshawn Lynch strong connection signals big things for Raiders in 2018 - Silver And Black Pride
Marshawn Lynch has answered Jon Gruden’s challenge.

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

Chiefs news: 10 things we learned from Chiefs media availability - Arrowhead Pride
Andy Reid and players take the podium.Posted by The Kansas City Chiefs on Monday, April 16, 2018

NFC EAST:

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

NFL Draft 2018: Missouri’s J’Mon Moore is another wide receiver to watch for the Packers - Acme Packing Company
Don’t let one bad drill at the Combine keep this athlete off your radar.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Mark Wahlberg thinks Lions coach Matt Patricia is ‘next Bill Belichick’ - Pride Of Detroit
Come on, come on. Feel it. Feel it.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Pre-draft: LSU’s Arden Key visits the Bears - Windy City Gridiron
Key has fallen some after originally being lauded in this draft. The Bears are doing their homework regardless.

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

Minnesota Vikings Sign Eric Kendricks to Five Year, $50 million Extension - Daily Norseman
The deal includes $25 million of guaranteed money.

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Drew Brees Makes His Receivers Better - Canal Street Chronicles
A comparison of production from former Saints wide receivers shows that new addition, Cameron Meredith, stands to benefit immensely.

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

Report: Atlanta Falcons FS Allen present for off-season program even without 2nd round tender signed - The Falcoholic
Fact: Ricardo Allen speaks conversational Pig Latin

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

NFL roster moves: Carolina Panthers claim quarterback Taylor Heinicke off waivers - Cat Scratch Reader
The Panthers added another arm to the roster just as their offseason workouts begin.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)

Denzel Ward visiting the Bucs this week - Bucs Nation
The top rated cornerback is coming to Tampa for a visit.

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

2018 NFL Draft rumors: 49ers bring in CB Josh Jackson for official visit - Niners Nation
He’s got the length, but what about the sample size?

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

Bruce Arians would take Lamar Jackson at 15 if he was the Arizona Cardinals - Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals previous head coach would take the Heisman winner at 15 if he had the chance.

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Report: Seahawks top 2017 draft pick Malik McDowell expected to be cut - Field Gulls
Former Michigan State defensive lineman Malik McDowell was the Seattle Seahawks’ first pick (and 35th overall) in the 2017 NFL Draft, but a horrible vehicular accident has prevented him from being...

Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)

Virginia LB Micah Kiser visiting Los Angeles Rams - Turf Show Times
The Rams are going to take a look at a potential option at ILB