Though LB Adalius Thomas has yet to be traded or released, it’s widely assumed that he has played his last down as a Patriot. On Friday, Thomas seemingly expedited that possibility, opening up to the Boston Globe about his friction with the Patriots’ coaching staff, including a lengthy rant against the team’s rehabilitation methods.

The rivalry between the Broncos and Chargers could see a boost because of DT Jamal Williams who has warned QB Philip Rivers.

The Detroit Lions are strongly considering making a trade with the Seattle Seahawks for restricted free-agent guard Rob Sims, a league source has told NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora.

NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora was on the Around the League desk Monday, offering up some of the latest chatter he’s hearing on trades.

By all accounts, Sam Bradford had a pretty impressive workout Monday. Is Bradford to the Rams now a foregone conclusion, or could the Rams look into other (trade) options?

The Seattle Seahawks placed tenders on five players as the deadline nears for teams to tender their restricted free agents.

Ravens starting LT Jared Gaither was hospitalized for further testing after being injured in a collision during Sunday’s game against the Patriots. Eli Manning, Matthew Stafford and Devin Hester also left their respective games with injuries.

Perennial Pro Bowl LT Walter Jones hasn’t been on the field much during the Seahawks’ training camp. And after having a second knee procedure, he might not be on the field again anytime soon.