After 20+ years of playing football, and coming off a torn ACL that ended his 2009 season, New York Jets nose tackle Kris Jenkins contemplated retirement after last season. Jenkins is the brother of Packers defensive lineman Cullen Jenkins.
Despite persistent rumors that the Seattle Seahawks are interested in signing veteran free agent wide receiver Terrell Owens, head coach Pete Carroll shot down the possibility during an appearance on a local radio show in Seattle.
Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders had "reduced his contract", and his slow recovery from shoulder and biceps injuries put his playing career in jeopardy.
The NCAA is investigating a $100,000 payment made by a representative for an unnamed player agent to University of Florida center Maurkice Pouncey after the 2009 SEC title game last December.