The Cleveland Browns announced the release of Quentin Groves on Friday. The pass rusher missed the majority of last season due to an ankle injury.

James Laurinaitis has been an ironman in the middle of the Rams' defense the past three seasons. This year, the pieces are in place for Laurinaitis to make the next step in becoming a Pro Bowler.

Instead of getting frustrated when no outside suitors emerged for his services, restricted free-agent Larry Grant gladly accepted the 49ers' offer to stay in the Bay Area.

Some teams, like the Dolphins and Falcons, nailed their top-10 picks in the 2008 NFL Draft. Others, like the Jets and Bengals, most certainly did not. Elliot Harrison goes back in time to fix the flaws.

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That's all the 49ers' championship-caliber defense needs from the underdeveloped offense to get over the hump next season, Elliot Harrison writes.

Most folks are aware of notable 49ers like Patrick Willis and Vernon Davis, but Jeff Darlington highlights the homegrown underdogs who have helped make this season truly special in San Francisco.

The bad news continues to pile up for Mark Sanchez and the Jets after the devastating loss to the GIants in Week 16. How far did they fall in Elliot Harrison's power rankings. Only one way to find out.

It was quite the week for the Patriots, as they knocked off the Broncos and saw every team near them in the standings lose. How did Elliot Harrison reward New England in his latest Power Rankings?

Packers coach Mike McCarthy says his team's defense will get better with winter on its way. Getting Charles Woodson back might help a little more.

Alex Smith receives another shot from the 49ers' new coach, and the Cardinals could make a splash by trading for a prominent backup passer.