Report: 49ers OT Anthony Davis retires at 25 years old
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(5:22 pm ET) 49ers offensive tackle Anthony Davis is retiring, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports.

The 25-year-old continued the trend of prominent 49ers players retiring this offseason, and becomes the second promising young player to do so after teammate Chris Borland, 24, retired in March.

“I’m simply doing what’s best for my body as well as my mental health at this time in my life,” Davis said about his decision.

Davis started in every game he played for the 49ers since they drafted him in the first round of the 2010 draft.

“This will be a time for me to allow my brain and body a chance to heal,” Davis added. “Many won’t understand my decision, that’s ok.”

Cardinals cut tackle Tavon Rooks, sign guard Jon Halapio
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(5:09 pm ET) The Cardinals shuffled their roster on Friday.

The team announced it released tackle Tavon Rooks and signed guard Jon Halapio .

Halapio, a sixth-round pick a season ago, was released by the Broncos in May. Rooks was a sixth-round pick by the Saints last year and spent the entire year on their practice squad before signing with the Cardinals in January.

Dolphins release linebacker Jake Knott
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(4:56 pm ET) The Dolphins released linebacker Jake Knott on Friday, the team announced.

Knott announced via Twitter that he had to undergo surgery to repair the meniscus in his knee, which will likely keep him out 4 to 5 months.

Knott saw action in one game for the Dolphins last season.

Cowboys cut linebacker Kyle Knox, will add to position next week
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(4:44 pm ET) The Cowboys have cut linebacker Kyle Knox, per Todd Archer of ESPN.com.

Knox signed with the team earlier this week after being cut by the Saints in May.

The Cowboys will look to add another linebacker sometime next week.

Buccaneers RT Demar Dotson absent from OTA’s over contract
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(3:02 pm ET) Buccaneers right tackle Demar Dotson has been absent from organized team activities this week because he wants new contract, per The Tampa Bay Times.

Dotson chose to not attend the voluntary practices until he and the team can agree on a new contract. Both sides have been engaged in negotiations but have yet to settle on a deal.

Dotson has started all but one game for the Buccaneers over the last three seasons.

New Rams QB Nick Foles has impressed his wide receivers
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(2:40 pm ET) Rams quaterback Nick Foles has impressed just about everyone on his new team during organized team activities, per profootballtalk.com.

Foles, most importantly, seems to be on the same page with his receivers, who are praising his abilities so far.

“We love him,” wide receiver Kenny Britt said. “Great deep ball, he puts it on the money every time. He can throw every pass in the book.”

Foles, who was traded to the Rams by the Eagles this offseason, is also progressing well when it comes to learning the team’s offense.

“He’s got his hands full because we’ve got great defensive team speed and they’re doing a lot of things over there right now,” Fisher said. “We’ve just really been pleased.”

Foles passed for 2,163 yards, 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions in eight games last season.

Shane Vereen felt Giants were best fit for him in free agency
by Ruben Palacios | Staff Writer

(2:21 pm ET) Running back Shane Veeren had a lot of options in free agency. The market is usually big for good players coming off a championship, per csnne.com.

Vereen fielded a number of offers from NFL teams but quickly decided the Giants were the best fit for him.

“There were other offers, but I felt like this was the right fit for me. I felt like this was the right place for me. And I haven’t looked back yet,” Vereen said. “It’s been a learning process, but it’s been fun. I couldn’t even tell you [how many offers I had] because it all happened so fast. Free agency opened and then by about noon West Coast time I was going to be a Giant. It happened so quickly, so I don’t even know if there was much thought process. There were a couple offers, but once I head the Giants were interested, I was very interested as well.”

Vereen rushed for 391 yards and two touchdowns for the Patriots last season.

WR Amari Cooper making immediate impression on Raiders
by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(1:41 pm ET) Raiders rookie wideout Amari Cooper has been tearing it up at OTAs, flashing the talent that motivated the team to select him No. 4 overall.

“Real deal,’ a team source told ESPN Insider Adam Caplan. “Almost no mental errors. Runs great routes.”

The former Alabama standout caught 124 passes for 1,727 yards and 16 touchdowns for the Crimson Tide in 2014.

Texans RB Dexter McCluster hopes awful 2014 won’t be repeated
by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(1:35 pm ET) When a team suffers through a 2-14 season, many of its players are inevitably considered disappointments. Such was certainly the case with Titans running back Dexter McCluster in 2014.

McCluster was supposed to bring versatility to the position as both a ball carrier and pass-catcher. But he not only wasn’t given much of an opportunity, he did little with those he received. He managed just 131 yards on 40 carries for a 3.3 average and snagged 26 passes for 197 yards.

Like many of his teammates, he has expressed confidence that all will be better this season. “Right now, I know the plays, I know what I have to do,” he told ESPN. “I know who I have to read and I’m feeling a lot more comfortable.”

McCluster has some competition for that role from Bishop Sankey and rookie David Cobb. McCluster could play a significant part in the return game, but he struggled with that task a year ago as well.

Colts DE Kendall Langford embracing 3-4 scheme
by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(1:20 pm ET) Towering Colts defensive end and 2015 free agent addition Kendall Langford is not just thrilled to be with his new team. He is thrilled to be back in a defensive alignment he believes best suits his skill set.

Langford chose Indianapolis in part because of its 3-4 scheme.

“I like a good, old 3-4 defense,” he told the team website. “I’m very comfortable with what we’re doing. I feel like I’m back at home in a 3-4 scheme. I’m excited about it.”

Langford, who has has played in all 112 games with Miami and St. Louis since entering the NFL in 2008, has just 15.5 career sacks. But Chuck Pagano does not envision him as only a run-stopper.

“He’s shown in some of these 11-on-11 drills that he’s got some pass rush capabilities, will get push inside,” Pagano said.