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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 Mar 27, 2019, 7:00am EDT

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

NFL draft: Gronk’s retirement should have little impact on Patriots’ strategy - Pats Pulpit
While the soon to be Hall of Fame TE’s retirement hurts the Patriots for the 2019 season, the need to find his replacement was already an urgent priority for the offseason.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Chris Johnson: I hope the Jets are a Playoff team - Gang Green Nation
Jets CEO Chris Johnson had a brief session with the media on Sunday night. Here are some of the highlights.

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

2019 NFL Free Agency: Buffalo Bills bring back cornerback E.J. Gaines on one-year deal - Buffalo Rumblings
More cornerback depth for the roster.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

2019 season bold predictions: Quarterbacks - Baltimore Beatdown
What will Lamar Jackson and Robert Griffin III cook up next year?

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Members of the Pittsburgh Steelers start supporting Ben Roethlisberger - Behind the Steel Curtain
With the Pittsburgh Steelers gearing up for the 2019 season, teammates have started to finally stick up for the team’s quarterback.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

How Drew Lock could be the key to the Bengals’ draft - Cincy Jungle
The Bengals have not been reported as a team who has met with Missouri’s Drew Lock, but he could still play a big role in how the Bengals’ draft plays out.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Cleveland Browns have reached out to Eric Berry and Tre Boston - Dawgs By Nature
GM John Dorsey has talked to representatives for both players, but nothing more at the moment.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

Who’s On The Mount Rushmore Of Houston Sports? - Battle Red Blog
The Battle Red Blog crew discussed their views on some Houston sports legends.

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

Report: Marcus Mariota planning to play heavier in 2019 - Music City Miracles
The Titans quarterback is hoping heavier equals healthier.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Is the Jaguars offensive line a big concern? - Big Cat Country
The Jacksonville Jaguars offensive line in 2018 was in shambles about mid-way through the season. By the end of the season there was only one Week 1 starter left on the active game day roster,...

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

A tribute to Peyton Manning, the quarterback of the ages - Stampede Blue
I understand that hero worship of professional athletes to some people isn’t valid, but I don’t care. On March 24, 1976 a football hero was born. On this day 43 years ago Peyton Williams Manning...

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Denver Broncos: What does it take to find a franchise quarterback? - Mile High Report
A closer look at the long road to finding your franchise quarterback in today’s NFL?

Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

OC Whisenhunt attends Missouri’s pro day - Bolts From The Blue
With a number of high-profile quarterbacks performing at their school’s recent pro days, the first one we hear of where Chargers’ offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt is in attendance is...

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Marshawn Lynch, Raiders waiting to see how draft plays out before deciding whether to re-sign - Silver And Black Pride
Last month the Raiders said essentially that the ball was in Marshawn Lynch’s court as to whether the 32-year-old running back would return to the Raiders for a third season. Well, knowing that...

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

The Chiefs will have another helping of Sausage in 2019 - Arrowhead Pride
A new report says the Chiefs have given fullback Anthony Sherman a contract to remain on the team in 2019

NFC EAST:

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

NFL announces Packers-Bears game to open 2019 season on Thursday Night - Acme Packing Company
Instead of the Super Bowl winner opening the season, the NFL is giving a nod to history for a milestone year.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Report: Damon Harrison has approached Detroit Lions about long-term extension - Pride Of Detroit
Snacks is already looking for a new deal in Detroit.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Ryan Pace and the Price of Opportunity - Windy City Gridiron
Ryan Pace has a tendency to make aggressive deals. He doesn’t always make the best decisions, but his decisions are consistently guided by an understandable principle.

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

Josh Kline: The Vikings New Right Guard - Daily Norseman
He can play guard, but can he be good?

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

40 is the new 35 when it comes to NFL quarterbacks like Tom Brady and Drew Brees - Canal Street Chronicles
Roughing the passer rules aside, NFL signal callers have taken their fitness and diet regimens to new heights as they seek to elongate their professional careers.

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

Looking back at Matt Ryan’s 2015 season with the Falcons - The Falcoholic
Ryan and the Falcons rode a rollercoaster where they started off high and ended up in free fall.

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

Defensive End is still the Panthers’ top need in the 2019 NFL Draft - Cat Scratch Reader
The draft is one month away and the free agency buzz has mostly fizzled out. Here’s a look at where the Panthers stand in the aftermath.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)

Report: Buccaneers to sign veteran QB Blaine Gabbert - Bucs Nation
It looks like Ryan Griffin will have some competition for the backup quarterback job in 2019.

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

49ers owner Jed York thought he broke his wrist punching a wall hearing of Jimmy Garoppolo’s ACL tear - Niners Nation
Like uncle, like nephew.

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

3 Reasons Why Steve Keim’s Job Is Safer Than You Think - Revenge of the Birds
Is the Cardinals GM really in a make-or-break year? Not so fast.

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

Report: Nick Perry to visit the Seattle Seahawks this week - Field Gulls
The Seattle Seahawks’ quest to beef up their pass rush will continue, after former 49er and Chicago Bear Aaron Lynch visited last week, but left without a deal. Per Jason La Canfora, former Packer...

Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)

Darnell Savage Jr to have pre-draft visit with LA Rams - Turf Show Times
Could Savage be an option for the Rams on day two? The Maryland safety has a strong chance to land in the top-64 picks.