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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 31, 2021, 7:00am EDT

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Patriots connections run deep with free agency signing Davon Godchaux - Pats Pulpit
While he arrived in New England just two weeks ago, Godchaux already had plenty of ties to the organization.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Did Ian Rapoport Tip The Jets Pick at #2? - Gang Green Nation
Just after the Dolphins traded the #3 pick to the 49’ers, Ian Rapoport posted a tweet that was later deleted and clarified by the man himself.

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Buffalo Bills have looming pass rush problem in 2022 - Buffalo Rumblings
Forget edge rusher upgrades, the Bills have a need for bodies at pass rusher.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Sammy Watkins brings much needed physicality to the Ravens passing game - Baltimore Beatdown
The Ravens have lacked physical pass catchers

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Why a first round RB isn’t the worst decision for the Steelers - Behind the Steel Curtain
The Pittsburgh Steelers could take a RB in the first round, and that decision wouldn’t be the end of the world for the black and gold

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

NFL Draft rumors: Eagles traded back with belief that Bengals will pick Ja’Marr Chase, per report - Cincy Jungle
Do the Eagles know something, or are they just guessing?

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Cleveland Browns Andrew Berry: “We’re a pretty active front office” - Dawgs By Nature
Browns general manager shares his thoughts on the team’s moves in free agency.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

Deshaun Watson Update: 19 Lawsuits Have Been Filed - Battle Red Blog
An update on the current Deshaun Watson legal story.

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

Derrick Henry workout video insane Titans - Music City Miracles
Everybody: You can’t pay a running back. They fall off after having "x amount" of carries.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Mustache on the Move: Potential trade packages for QB Gardner Minshew - Big Cat Country
What teams could be looking to trade for Gardner Minshew?

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Report: Colts Have Signed Miami Dolphins Free Agent OT Julie’n Davenport - Stampede Blue
According to The Athletic’s Zak Keefer, the Indianapolis Colts have signed Miami Dolphins free agent offensive tackle Julie’n Davenport—confirming his earlier report, that a deal between the two...

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

The Denver Broncos’ 10 best options at QB1 in 2021 - Mile High Report
George Paton’s choice this offseason could define his tenure as the Broncos’ GM.

Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Chargers News: Bolts earn ‘A-’ after first two weeks of free agency - Bolts From The Blue
The Bolts have got to be up there with the best of them.

Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Las Vegas Raiders’ defense: Question remaining - Silver And Black Pride
There are lingering needs in the secondary as we count down to the NFL draft

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

How the Jarran Reed signing could change the Chiefs draft - Arrowhead Pride
That’s one of the things we discussed on Monday’s Arrowhead Pride Laboratory

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

How could Friday’s trades impact the Giants? - Big Blue View
A pair of trades has already shaken up the 2021 draft

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Jaylen Waddle is the early favorite for the Eagles at No. 12 - Bleeding Green Nation
Not totally dissimilar options to No. 6.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

Mike McCarthy knows he messed up, but does he have what it takes to fix the Cowboys? - Blogging The Boys
Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy struggled in his first year with the team as his decisions on defense really hurt the Cowboys. Does he have what it takes to right the ship?

Washington Football Team (via Hogs Haven)

Built for prime time - Hogs Haven
Washington should be lots of fun in 2021

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

The Packers’ roster construction is caught between quarterbacks - Acme Packing Company
Unlike other franchises with aging superstar quarterbacks, Green Bay hasn’t leveraged everything to win with theirs.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Notes: Short free agent deals add ‘chip on your shoulder’ mentality, Dan Campbell says - Pride Of Detroit
Head coach Dan Campbell explains how these one-year players can help build the Lions’ new culture.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Alabama QB Mac Jones met with Bears - Windy City Gridiron
Mac Jones confirmed to Windy City Gridiron that he has formally met with the Bears, in addition to speaking with him at the Senior Bowl.