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Weekly, we take a look around the SB Nation family of NFL blogs. Here are the news stories and analysis they are discussing.

By Kevin Dolney@K_Dog92 May 23, 2018, 7:00am EDT

NFL: New Orleans Saints at Buffalo Bills

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Patriots, Rob Gronkowski might be close to new contract restructure - Pats Pulpit
The tight end could return to the field once its done.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Jets Sign TE Chris Herndon - Gang Green Nation
The New York Jets have signed their 4th round selection in the 2018 NFL draft, tight end Chris Herndon. Herndon signed a four year deal worth slightly more than $3 million.

Chris Herndon is a 6’...

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Buffalo Bills release left guard Richie Incognito - Buffalo Rumblings
After being placed on the retired/reserved list earlier this season, the Bills have parted ways with left guard Richie Incognito

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Ravens QBs Joe Flacco and Lamar Jackson interacting at OTAs shouldn’t be a story - Baltimore Beatdown
The two Ravens quarterbacks seemed to dispel the media-driven rumors.

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Le’Veon Bell won’t be in attendance for the Pittsburgh Steelers OTAs - Behind the Steel Curtain
The All-Pro running back won’t be there for this phase of OTAs, and this should come as a shock to no one.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

Is Marvin Lewis the best on his own coaching tree? - Cincy Jungle
Marvin Lewis has had a lot of coaches work under him. Is he the best in his own tree?

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Highlights from the Browns’ charity golf tournament before the start of OTAs - Dawgs By Nature
Cleveland’s players have some fun for a good cause before the start of OTAs on Tuesday.

AFC SOUTH:

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

How balancing homegrown talent and carryover cap may be key for Chris Ballard - Stampede Blue
Adding late free agent additions may be worthwhile but building from within and carryover cap comes into play for Colts.

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Denver Broncos roster 2018: Edge Rusher Shaquil Barrett - Mile High Report
Shaquil Barrett has been a productive player for the Denver Broncos throughout his career, but what should fans expect from him in 2018?

San Diego Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Who Should Start at Safety for the Los Angeles Chargers This Season? - Bolts From The Blue
Who do you guys think should be the starters at safety (and which roles should they play) for the Chargers in 2018?

Matthew Stanley: Jahleel Addae at SS, he started to find his groove last year. I...

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Derek Carr lands at number 60 in NFL Top 100 for 2018 - Silver And Black Pride
Derek Carr is back in the NFL Top 100 once again. He lands at 60 in this year’s list. It’s not nearly as high as he was in 2017 when he landed at the 11 spot, but it’s still an accomplishment.

Here...

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

Another look at a Patrick Mahomes projection for the 2018 Chiefs - Arrowhead Pride
For what it’s worth, this is not an attack on Mike Clay. I’ve been involved with data science long enough to understand how these things work, and it’s so hard to make predictions. I think most of...

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

WR Russell Shepard says he is joining Giants - Big Blue View
Giants would add veteran receiver to compete for No. 3 role

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

Eagles Mailbag: Figuring out which undrafted free agents will make the roster - Bleeding Green Nation
Time for some Eagles Q&A.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

Three reasons why Jason Garrett is the best coach for the Dallas Cowboys - Blogging The Boys
Terrell Owens doesn’t understand why Jason Garrett still has a job. He’s not alone as many Cowboys fans feel that same way. Before you let the cement dry on that opinion, check out these three reasons why Garrett is the best coach for the Dallas Cowboys.

Washington Redskins (via Hogs Haven)

The Light at the End of the Redskins’ Tunnel - Hogs Haven
It’s been tough being a fan of the Washington Redskins over the last two-plus decades. Many fans in their 20’s never really got to see what a good, well run team looks like. Those fans may often...

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

Five Packers under the most pressure as Green Bay kicks off OTAs - Acme Packing Company
There’s no hitting or even pads during these practices, but they’re still crucial for these players to showcase their abilities.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

NFL will not discipline Matt Patricia, Lions over 1996 sexual assault allegations - Pride Of Detroit
The Lions will not face any sort of discipline of the 22-year-old allegations against their head coach.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Smart money: Bears’ cap casualties to monitor after 2018 - Windy City Gridiron
The Bears have locked in their core for a good while. They could create salary cap flexibility with players that should be on notice.

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

Dalvin Cook to get some work in OTAs - Daily Norseman
But he’ll still be "limited" until Training Camp

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Three Saints Veterans Who Could Be Released Before Training Camp - Canal Street Chronicles
Are there any more Saints veterans who may be cut before the start of training camp?

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

Anything less than a Super Bowl victory will be falling short for the 2018 Falcons - The Falcoholic
Barring catastrophic injury luck, there is no excuse for why this team shouldn’t finally win the big one.

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

What will Jerry Richardson’s legacy be in the Carolinas? - Cat Scratch Reader
It may have more to do with sweet biscuits than NFL football.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)

The growing curiosity behind the Buccaneers’ Jameis Winston & Uber case - Bucs Nation
The NFL’s silence is concerning for Winston and the Bucs.

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

Richard Sherman: Consistency and discipline are keys to the 49ers winning NFC West - Niners Nation
The San Francisco 49ers head into OTAs with expectations higher than they have been since at least 2014. A five-game winning streak behind a new quarterback who subsequently signed a nine-figure...

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

Arizona Cardinals release cornerback Marcus Williams - Revenge of the Birds
The Arizona Cardinals continue to churn their roster.

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Why the 2018 draft means the Seahawks win the next four Super Bowls - Field Gulls
Saturday I took a rambling look at the first three players the Seattle Seahawks took in the 2018 NFL Draft, and in this piece I’m going to blabber on about the final six selections the team made in...

Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)

LA Rams DT Aaron Donald to skip organized team activities - Turf Show Times
Here we go again...