NFL Friday News

• Roy Williams – WR, Dallas Cowboys
  Mike Lombardi of the National Football Post writes that he’d be “extremely surprised” if Roy Williams beat out Dez Bryant for the Cowboys’ starting split end job.
• Derrick Burgess – DE, New England Patriots
  The Patriots have reportedly agreed to terms with DE/OLB Derrick Burgess on a one-year contract.
• Terrell Owens – WR, Buffalo Bills
  Browns coach Eric Mangini indicated earlier in the week that the team would consider adding a veteran receiver if the fit is right.
• Shawne Merriman – LB, San Diego Chargers
  According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Chargers would accept a second-round pick in exchange for unsigned restricted free agent OLB Shawne Merriman.
• Elvis Dumervil – LB, Denver Broncos
  Unsigned restricted free agent Elvis Dumervil is expected to be present at Dove Valley when the Broncos begin OTAs on Monday.
• David Hawthorne – LB, Seattle Seahawks
  David Hawthorne is running as the Seahawks’ starting weak-side linebacker at minicamps with Leroy Hill staying away from workouts.
• Brian Westbrook – RB, Philadelphia Eagles
  Coach Josh McDaniels suggested that the Broncos’ interest in free agent Brian Westbrook is real.
• Jonathan Hefney – CB, Detroit Lions
  Jonathan Hefney, who starred last year with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, lined up opposite Louis Delmas as the Lions’ starting strong safety.