New York Jets

Kansas City signs guard Ryan Lilja in move to upgrade woeful offensive line. With one move, the Kansas City Chiefs took a big step toward bolstering a shaky offensive line and making up for a gamble six years ago that came back to haunt them.

Jets RB Tomlinson says Favre didn't make his intentions known about whether he'll return. Brett Favre kept his plans to himself, even as he helped try to recruit LaDainian Tomlinson to play for the Minnesota Vikings.

Tomlinson chose Jets over Vikings because of familiarity with offense, chance to contribute. LaDainian Tomlinson wants to cap his career with a Super Bowl ring.

Jets players travel to Haiti to assist recovery efforts following earthquake. Three New York Jets players traveled to Haiti on Monday to help with the relief and recovery efforts following the earthquake that killed a government-estimated 230,000 people and made 1.3 million homeless in January.

Seattle Seahawks re-sign DE Darryl Tapp, cut S Deon Grant among handful of moves. The Seattle Seahawks re-signed defensive end Darryl Tapp and released starting safety Deon Grant on Monday, part of the continuing changes under new coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Schneider.

Jets and Giants will play at home on first NFL weekend to open new stadium. Both the Giants and Jets wanted to open next season in the new Meadowlands Stadium. Both will.

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Giants will get the first game and the New York Jets will also play in their shared new home on the opening weekend of the 2010 NFL season, the league said Monday.

The New York Giants and New York Jets will each get to play a home game in the new stadium they will share on the opening week of the 2010 National Football League season, the NFL announced on Monday.

Tomlinson signs with Jets, Browns trade Quinn and Wimbley. LaDainian Tomlinson found a new home, while the Cleveland Browns cleaned house.

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Running back LaDainian Tomlinson has signed with the New York Jets, the team said on Sunday on its website (http://www.newyorkjets.com).

RB LaDainian Tomlinson chooses Jets over Vikings, signs 2-year deal. The Jets have signed running back LaDainian Tomlinson to a two-year contract, adding an aging star to an offense that ranked No. 1 in rushing last season.

New York Jets coach Rex Ryan undergoes lap-band procedure to help lose weight. Jets coach Rex Ryan underwent a weight-loss procedure Saturday to help him fight obesity.

PATRIOTS NOTEBOOK Benjamin Watson began the 2009 season uncertain of his future with the Patriots. A hamstring injury limited him in the exhibition season and when it came time for the final cuts, Watson had to answer questions about the possibility of being released. Watson made the 53-man roster but yesterday he parted ways with the team that drafted him in the first round in 2004. The tight end signed with the Cleveland Browns for $12 million over three years, which includes $6.35 million guaranteed, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reported. Watson will be joining familiar faces in Cleveland. Former Patriots defensive coordinator Eric Mangini is entering his second season as head coach and former Patriots assistant Brian Daboll is the offensive coordinator. ``We viewed Ben as one of the top all-around tight ends in the free agent market,'' Browns general manager Tom Heckert said in a release. ``Because of his athleticism and intelligence, he has proven valuable as both a receiver and blo

AP Sources: Tomlinson leaves Vikings without deal, headed to visit Jets. The Minnesota Vikings wined and dined LaDainian Tomlinson on Wednesday night, then spent much of Thursday meeting with the star running back in hopes of pairing him with Adrian Peterson in what would be a big-name backfield.

NFL panel finds certain serious knee, ankle injuries happen more often on artificial turf. An NFL panel found that certain serious knee and ankle injuries happen more often in games played on the most popular brand of artificial turf than on grass.

Jets, S Brodney Pool agree in principle to 1-year deal worth $1.3 million. The New York Jets and safety Brodney Pool, whose career appeared to be threatened by head injuries, agreed in principle to a one-year contract Thursday worth $1.3 million.

Bengals give DT Tank Johnson 4-year deal to stay after solid season. Defensive tackle Tank Johnson has signed a four-year deal to stay with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Disappearance of salary cap has had little effect on free agency. Business as usual.

Chiefs sign Pro Bowl free agent running back Thomas Jones to beef up backfield. The Kansas City Chiefs' running game just got a big boost.

Free agent Terrell Owens will meet with Bengals, who need a wide receiver. Terrell Owens headed to Cincinnati on Tuesday to see if the Bengals are interested in adding him to their stalled-out passing game.