#NFL News and Notes - September 6, 2010

The New York Jets got the media off to an early start on Labor Day, agreeing to a four-year, $46 million contract with All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis in the early morning hours on Monday.

The Buffalo Bills signed veteran tight end David Martin and claimed guard Kraig Urbik off waivers.

Monique Walker of the Boston Globe breaks down the New England Patriots' roster.

Miami Dolphins cornerback Jason Allen may be replacing Sean Smith in the starting lineup, the Sun-Sentinel reports.

Jamison Hensley of the Baltimore Sun breaks down and grades the Baltimore Ravens' roster.

Ed Bouchette of the Pittbsurgh Post-Gazette takes a closer look at the Pittsburgh Steelers' roster and the cuts that got them there.

Cleveland Browns nose tackle Shaun Rogers' return this week should give the defense a lift.

The Cincinnati Bengals claimed quarterback Dan LeFevour off waivers, and released veteran back-up J.T. O'Sullivan.

Five players were added to the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad, including quarterback Tom Brandstater.

Tennessee Titans running back LeGarrette Blount was released less than 24 hours after making the initial 53-man roster, Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean reports.

The Jacksonville Jaguars claimed defensive tackle Landon Cohen off waivers and added four players to the practice squad.

Free agent quarterback Matt Leinart is on the Houston Texans' radar screen, reports John McClain of the Houston Chronicle.

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Demorrio Williams will get opportunities to rush the quarterback in Romeo Crennel's defense.

Running back Andre Brown and offensive tackle Chris Clark were claimed off waivers by the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

The San Diego Chargers signed offensive tackle Adam Terry.

Oakland Raiders linebacker Quentin Groves is the likely starter at weak-side linebacker, reports Jerry McDonald of the Bay Area News Group.

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Victor Cruz took advantage of his opportunity and made the 53-man roster.

Nick Cole will be the starting right guard for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Washington Redskins offensive tackle Jammal Brown has things he needs to prove to himself, writes Rick Maese of the Washington Post.

The Dallas Cowboys filled out their practice squad on Sunday.

Cornerback Brandon McDonald was one of two players claimed by the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, reports Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic.

Eight players were signed to the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad.

The Seattle Seahawks continued to shuffle their roster, with more moves expected this week.

Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch writes that the St. Louis Rams are giving fans something to look forward to.

Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson discussed the team's roster decisions on Sunday.

Minnesota Vikings head coach Brad Childress stands by his decision at back-up quarterback.

The Detroit Lions have unsettled situations at linebacker and in the secondary, writes Chris McCosky of The Detroit News.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Johnny Knox is poised to have a breakout season, writes Sean Jensen of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Thirty-five players on the Carolina Panthers' 53-man roster were drafted by the team.

All eight of the Atlanta Falcons' practice squad players were with them during training camp.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continued to tweak their roster, releasing former Pro Bowl return specialist Clifton Smith on Sunday.

James Varney of The Times-Picayune reports the New Orleans Saints are focused on winning the game, not the hype and hoopla surrounding the season-opener.

Today's NFL birthdays; Cardinals defensive lineman Keilen Dykes (26), Ravens linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo (34), Bengals practice squad linebacker Vincent Rey (23), Broncos linebacker Robert Ayers (25) and left tackle Ryan Clady (24), 49ers linebacker Brandon Long (24), Buccaneers second-round wide receiver Arrelious Benn (22), free agent defensive tackles Jeremy Clark (27) and Jervonte Jackson (24), running back James Johnson (26), defensive ends Travis Kirschke (36) and Joe Tafoya (32), offensive lineman Dan Santucci (27), fullback Frank Summers (25), and wide receiver Paris Warren (28).

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