JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville’s top free agent target was the first to make it official Wednesday as former Denver Broncos tight end Julius Thomas signed a five-year contract worth $46 million with the Jaguars. Five others quickly followed. Miami defensive end Jared Odrick, Dallas right tackle Jermey Parnell, Green Bay cornerback Davon House, San[…]
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — No big splashes this time. Just a few ripples. John Elway spent the last three years luring the likes of Peyton Manning, Wes Welker and DeMarcus Ware to Denver. His annual attraction of superstar power to the Mile High City assured he’d “win the offseason.” With fewer holes and shallower pockets[…]
A person familiar with the negotiations says the Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to terms with former Denver tight end Julius Thomas and five other free agents. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team has not announced the moves. Jacksonville also struck deals Tuesday with former Miami defensive end[…]
Some teams go wild spending for veterans in free agency. Others prefer to focus on the fresh crop of college talent. Free agency philosophies vary almost as much as teams’ uniforms, and they can change year to year depending on the budget. Fans love free agency because most of the players are known quantities, if[…]