New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft will introduce NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who is giving the commencement address at UMASS-Lowell today.

Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News thinks now is the time for the Buffalo Bills to trade Marshawn Lynch to the Seattle Seahawks.

New York Jets undrafted rookie linebacker Kevin Basped has caught the attention of the coaching staff, reports Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News.

Miami Dolphins cornerback Sean Smith guarantees interceptions in 2010 after being shut out during his rookie season.

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Dannell Ellerbe hasn't locked down a starting job, writes Jamison Hensley of the Baltimore Sun.

Pittsburgh Steelers first-year special teams coach Al Everest knows he needs to make quick improvements to a special teams unit that allowed four return touchdowns in 2009.

Cleveland Browns restricted free agent running back Jerome Harrison wasn't present for the last OTA session of the week, reports Aaron Wilson for the National Football Post.

Former Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Alfred Williams will be inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne is involved in a credit card fraud investigation.

Tennessee Titans second-year tight end Jared Cook received a DVD from former teammate Alge Crumpler, now with the Patriots.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback David Garrard is heading into a critical season, writes Matt Williamson of Scouts, Inc.

The Houston Texans officially announced the signing of fifth-round cornerback Sherrick McManis on Friday.

ESPN will play the tape they have of Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe talking about "importing women" for Bowe, but won't release it to the public, Michael David Smith reports for ProFootballTalk.com.

After spending 12 seasons in San Diego, nose tackle Jamal Williams feels at home playing for the Denver Broncos.

The San Diego Chargers feel good about their fullback situation, writes Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Oakland Raiders linebacker Kamerion Wimbley has sold his Cleveland-area home for $501,000.

Former New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce says head coach Tom Coughlin is on the hot seat, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPNNewYork.com reports.

A backyard snapping lesson led to Daniel Te'o-Nesheim being chosen by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third-round of the 2010 NFL Draft.

Safeties will be asked to do more in Jim Haslett's Washington Redskins defense.

The Dallas Cowboys have declined wide receiver Patrick Crayton's request to be released.

Former Arizona Cardinals safety Pat Tillman will be inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame.

Wide receiver Jerry Rice was the seventh San Francisco 49er Hall of Famer to have his bust done by sculptor Blair Buswell, writes John Crumpacker of the San Francisco Chronicle.

Running back LenDale White was waived by the Seattle Seahawks on Friday.

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Darrell Bavell says it looks like the team will start the same five offensive linemen it did last season.

Chicago Bears third-round safety Major Wright signed a four-year contract on Friday.

Detroit Lions first-round defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh is getting used to the team's front-four philosophy, writes John Niyo of the Detroit News.

Carolina Panthers quarterback Matt Moore likes the twists that have been added to the offense, reports Darin Gantt of the Rock Hill Herald/Charlotte Observer.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers undrafted rookie wide receiver Preston Parker is looking to make the most of his NFL opportunity.

Playing for the New Orleans Saints was too appealing for safety Darren Sharper to sign with another team this off-season.

Today's NFL birthdays: Falcons kicker Matt Bryant (35), Bengals rookie long-snapper Mike Windt (25), Chiefs fullback Tim Castille (26), Steelers defensive end Nick Eason (30), Seahawks offensive tackle Sean Locklear (29), Redskins cornerback Justin Tryon (26), and former NFL defensive end Ebenezer Ekuban (34).