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 ESPN first reported Manziel was out and the Cleveland Plain Dealer
later confirmed the news.
The Browns had expected Manziel to be out of rehab in time to
participate in the team's workouts, which start April 20.
Manziel entered the treatment facility on Jan. 28 for an undisclosed
problem. The Browns and others had become increasingly concerned
about his partying and apparent denial.
Manziel will come back to a new challenger for Cleveland's
quarterback job. Veteran Josh McCown signed with the Browns after
one season in Tampa Bay, and 2014 Cleveland starter Brian Hoyer left
via free agency to join the Houston Texans.
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The Miami Dolphins and Mike Pouncey agreed to a five-year contract
extension that makes him the highest paid center in the NFL,
according to multiple reports.
ESPN.com reported the deal is worth $52.15 million, including $22
million guaranteed and an $11 million signing bonus. The commitment
keeps the Dolphins' 2011 first-round pick in Miami through the 2019
season.
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The Denver Broncos agreed to terms with free agent tight end James
Casey on a one-year contract.
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Emmitt Smith, the NFL's all-time leader in rushing yards, does not
regret staying on the field instead of thinking about his health and
the impact concussions can cause.
The 45-year-old Smith is a decade removed from his final season
after playing 13 seasons for the Dallas Cowboys and two years with
the Arizona Cardinals.
Smith was the speaker at the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's
Health's annual Family, Football & Fame luncheon in San Angelo,
Texas.
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"We really don't know how serious the problem is until 10 to 15
years (have passed)," Smith told the Standard-Times. "You can't look
at me today and say, 'Well he's doing fine.' You cannot do that.
That would be a big, big mistake."
Smith gave an explanation why many players endure pain and injury
playing in the NFL.
"You do it for the sake of the game. You do it for the sake of your
teammates. You do it because it's your team," Smith said. "Should
you be out there? The answer's probably not. Would I do it again?
Yes, I would."
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Quarterback Jameis Winston, still expected to be the number one
selection by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the upcoming NFL draft,
will make a visit to the New York Jets, according to the New York
Daily News.
Winston is not expected to be available when the Jets are on the
clock with the number six pick.
The Daily News reported that the Jets canceled a private workout on
April 4 with the former Florida State quarterback.
The Jets also will exercise the fifth-year option for 2016 on
outside linebacker Quinton Coples, the Daily News reported. (Editing
by Gene Cherry)
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