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Briefing: Big-spending Raiders add Linderbaum, Walker

Strategic angle: Free agent center Tyler Linderbaum reached agreement Monday on a record deal with the Raiders, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Kelce to play on while Chiefs move for Super Bowl MVP

Travis Kelce will return for another season with the Kansas City Chiefs, who have also agreed a deal to sign Kenneth Walker, according to reports.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Sources: Phils giving Luzardo 5-year extension

Strategic angle: The Phillies locked in Jesus Luzardo a year before he was due to reach free agency by agreeing on an extension worth $135 million, sources said.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Jones hints at UFC release after 'lowball' offer

Strategic angle: Jon Jones asked the UFC to release him from his contract if the promotion believes 'I'm done,' a reaction to getting 'lowballed' on the White House card offer.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Skubal mulls WBC plan, may pitch again for U.S.

Tarik Skubal is considering a return to the mound for the United States at the World Baseball Classic, signaling a potential shift in his plans.

editorial-staff Mar 10

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Briefing: Broncos to re-sign LB Singleton, cut Greenlaw

Strategic angle: Alex Singleton returns to the Broncos on a two-year deal, while Dre Greenlaw is released after one season.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Packers release OL Jenkins, open up $19.5M

Strategic angle: The Green Bay Packers are moving on from offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, releasing the left guard/center to free up more than $19.5 million in cap space.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Prosecutors to drop charge against Pats' Barmore

Strategic angle: Massachusetts prosecutors announced the decision to drop a domestic assault and battery charge against New England Patriots defensive lineman Christian Barmore.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Busy Titans add WR Robinson, DL Franklin-Myers

Strategic angle: Wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson reaches agreement with the Tennessee Titans, reuniting with former coach Brian Daboll.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Sources: Bucs adding RB Gainwell, LB Anzalone

Strategic angle: The Buccaneers have reached two-year deals with ex-Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell and former Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone, sources told ESPN.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Jets overhaul D, add LB Davis, two pass rushers

Strategic angle: The New York Jets struck early and often in free agency, reaching agreements with linebacker Demario Davis and edge players Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Source: Etienne to Saints on 4-year, $52M deal

Strategic angle: The Saints have reached a four-year, $52M deal with ex-Jaguars RB Travis Etienne Jr.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Super Clipping Is Formula 1's Most Hated Term After Opener In Australia

Strategic angle: Super clipping won't be as prominent at other circuits on the calendar, but it likely won't be eliminated entirely without significant rules changes.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Sources: Ingram back to Texans on 3-year deal

Texans guard Ed Ingram will not hit free agency after agreeing to return to Houston on a three-year, $37.5 million deal.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Ngannou to return on MVP's inaugural MMA card

Strategic angle: Ex-UFC, PFL heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou will return to action on May 16 as part of Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions' inaugural MMA fight card headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Sources: Rams reach record deal with McDuffie

Strategic angle: The Los Angeles Rams and All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie reached agreement on a record four-year, $124 million extension.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Free agency: Biggest needs, predictions for 32 teams

Strategic angle: Keep an eye on Malik Willis, Tyler Linderbaum, Mike Evans and Jaelan Phillips when free agency opens.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Raiders trading for Bills CB Johnson, source says

Strategic angle: The Raiders are sending a sixth-round pick to the Bills in exchange for veteran cornerback Taron Johnson.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Spartans' Fears gets tech for another groin kick

Strategic angle: Michigan State point guard Jeremy Fears Jr. received another technical foul for a kick toward a player's groin area.

editorial-staff Mar 9

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Briefing: Texas rolls SC for 1st women's SEC tourney title

Strategic angle: Madison Booker scored 18 points as No. 4 Texas sprinted to a 14-0 lead against No. 3 South Carolina en route to the Longhorns' first women's SEC tournament title.

editorial-staff Mar 9