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Jets nix comment on Cromartie's paternity bonus NEW YORK (AP) -- Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum wouldn't comment directly Monday about reports the team is helping Antonio Cromartie with his paternity payments, but said they're working with him to "give him his best chance to be successful."

The 'win-now' edict fuels Bears FA frenzy With no first- or second-round picks in April's draft and facing a 'win-now' edict from above, the Bears' brain trust had to make an immediate splash in free agency, writes Jim Trotter.

Cuts: Raiders ax Walker, Ellis ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- The Oakland Raiders have released wide receiver Javon Walker and defensive end Greg Ellis.

Trades: Browns get Wallace RENTON, Wash. (AP) -- Mike Holmgren is already making deals with his former team.

Roethlisberger's lawyer denies sex assault claims ATLANTA (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has hired a high-profile Atlanta defense attorney as police investigate a Georgia woman's claim he sexually assaulted her.

Peter King: Free agency still is vastly overrated In need of a free-agency reality check? Peter King hands out some much needed perspective on the weekend's flurry of activity and analyzes the three best and worst decisions made.

McNabb, T.O. to team up again for 'Pros vs. Joes' PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Donovan McNabb will be throwing passes to Terrell Owens again.

Source: Eagles set to pay Vick $1.5 million bonus PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the contract says the Philadelphia Eagles will pay Michael Vick a $1.5 million roster bonus due Tuesday.

WR Avant re-ups with Eagles PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- The Philadelphia Eagles and wide receiver Jason Avant have agreed on a five-year contract.

Attorney: Big Ben 'completely innocent' (AP)

A high-profile defense attorney hired by Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on Monday disputed a college student's claim that the two-time Super Bowl winner sexually assaulted her at a Georgia nightclub. The 20-year-old told police Roethlisberger, who had been out barhopping with friends, assaulted her early Friday.

Eagles to pay Vick $1.5M roster bonus (AP) Michael Vick is getting one more big check from the Philadelphia Eagles. The one after that still could be from a new team. A person with knowledge of the contract said the Eagles will pay Vick a $1.5 million roster bonus due Tuesday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the move hasn't been announced.

McNabb and T.O. team up again, for TV (AP)

Donovan McNabb will be throwing passes to Terrell Owens again. McNabb and Owens are teaming up on a basketball court instead of a football field in the new season of Spike TV's "Pros vs. Joes." The episode features NFL players that played college basketball against former NBA stars. McNabb (Syracuse), Owens (Tennessee-Chattanooga) and Antonio Gates (Kent St.) will face Hakeem Olajuwon,...

Pennington back with Dolphins for 1 year (AP)

Chad Pennington will be back with the Miami Dolphins for at least one more season. The quarterback signed a one-year deal with the team Monday. He's expected to back up Chad Henne, who replaced him when Pennington injured his right shoulder in the third game last season. The 33-year-old Pennington is recovering from the third operation of his career on his throwing shoulder.

Eagles, WR Avant agree on 5-year deal (AP) The Philadelphia Eagles and wide receiver Jason Avant agreed on a five-year contract Monday. Avant was a restricted free agent. He had a career-best 41 receptions for 587 yards and three touchdowns last season as Philadelphia's slot receiver. "Jason Avant has developed into one of our most dependable and productive players on offense," coach Andy Reid said.

Report: Jets advance Cromartie $500K (AP) Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum wouldn't comment directly Monday about reports the team is helping Antonio Cromartie with his paternity payments, but said they're working with him to "give him his best chance to be successful." The NFL Network first reported Saturday that the Jets were advancing their newly acquired cornerback $500,000 to help clear up paternity issues.

Sharper healthy after minor knee surgery (AP) Free agent safety Darren Sharper says he had minor arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, but is feeling good and planning to play somewhere next season. Sharper attended a premier Monday night of an NFL Films championship video being released this week by Warner Home Video. He arrived using crutches, but described the procedure as a minor cleanup and assured that he's feeling "real...

Holmgren, Browns trade for QB Wallace (AP) Mike Holmgren is already making deals with his former team. The Seattle Seahawks traded backup quarterback Seneca Wallace to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for a 2011 undisclosed draft pick. The Seahawks confirmed the deal Monday night. Wallace spent his entire seven-year career with the Seahawks, and was always a favorite of Holmgren's when he was Seattle's coach.

Raiders release WR Walker, DE Ellis (AP) The Oakland Raiders released wide receiver Javon Walker and defensive end Greg Ellis on Monday in their latest dumping of veteran players. The moves follow Saturday's decision to cut ties with longtime running back Justin Fargas. Walker was a disappointment right from the start after signing a $55 million contract that included an $11 million signing bonus two years ago.

Bucs acquire Eagles WR Brown for pick (AP) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have acquired wide receiver Reggie Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles for a sixth-round pick in the 2011 draft. The deal was announced by both teams Monday, the fourth day of free agency. The 29-year-old Brown has 177 career receptions and 17 touchdowns. Brown was selected third in the second round of the 2005 draft after playing four years at the University of Georgia.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger didn't commit crime, his lawyer says A high-profile defense attorney hired by Ben Roethlisberger disputed a college student's claim that the two-time Super Bowl winner sexually assaulted her at a Georgia nightclub.

Donovan McNabb, Terrell Owens teaming up again -- for TV show Donovan McNabb will be throwing passes to Terrell Owens again.

Reports: Philadelphia Eagles to exercise quarterback Michael Vick's $1.5 million bonus The Eagles have exercised a $1.5 million roster bonus for quarterback Michael Vick in an widely expected move, signaling they will likely keep him along with Donovan McNabb and Kevin Kolb.

Sources: Pittsburgh Steelers re-sign Ryan Clark among moves The Pittsburgh Steelers made several moves Monday, including re-signing safety Ryan Clark and bringing back former wide receiver Antwaan Randle El, sources told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

New York Jets mum on Antonio Cromartie paternity cash reports Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum wouldn't comment directly about reports the team is helping Antonio Cromartie with his paternity payments, but says they're working with him to "give him his best chance to be successful."

Miami Dolphins re-sign Chad Pennington to one-year deal Chad Pennington will be back with the Miami Dolphins for at least one more season.

New Orleans Saints' Darren Sharper has arthroscopic knee surgery Free-agent safety Darren Sharper says he had minor arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, but is feeling good and planning to play somewhere next season.

Source: Kansas City Chiefs re-sign Chris Chambers for 3 years Kansas City has locked up free-agent wide receiver Chris Chambers, re-signing him to a three-year deal worth up to $15 million, according to a league source.

Trial begins in labor dispute between Minnesota Vikings Pat and Kevin Williams, NFL The attorney for two Minnesota Vikings who sued the NFL is telling a judge the league applied its anti-doping rules inconsistently in punishing the players.

Threats affected security at Darrent Williams' death trial Gang threats against the life of a man accused of shooting and killing Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams were specific and credible enough that authorities changed security measures and advised attorneys to be aware for their safety.

Source: Cincinnati Bengals give Tank Johnson 4-year deal The Bengals gave Tank Johnson a four-year deal, a source said on Monday.

Source: New England Patriots reach agreement with CB Leigh Bodden The Patriots reached agreement with cornerback Leigh Bodden on Monday, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

Anquan Boldin: 'I fit in perfectly' with Baltimore Ravens' roster Ozzie Newsome has lamented his poor judgment about Anquan Boldin for years. Newsome decided against selecting Boldin in the 2003 NFL draft. Given the opportunity to make things right, he couldn't resist trading for the three-time Pro Bowler.

St. Louis Rams add defensive tackle Fred Robbins to shore up line The Rams added bulk and experience to their defensive line Monday when they reached a deal with defensive tackle Fred Robbins.

Philadelphia Eagles, receiver Jason Avant agree on 5-year contract The Philadelphia Eagles and wide receiver Jason Avant have agreed on a five-year contract.