The Linc - David Akers finds a home in Detroit

Lions agree to deal with David Akers, according to report - Pride Of Detroit
The Detroit Lions have reportedly agreed to a deal with free-agent kicker David Akers.

2011 NFL Draft Do-Over: Buffalo Bills scoop up Colin Kaepernick - NFL.com
23) Philadelphia Eagles Pick: Danny Watkins, OG Do-over: Jimmy Smith, CB The Eagles could avoid the failed "Dream Team" experiment by a selecting a Nnamdi Asomugha-like corner in this do-over. Smith is the long, rangy press corner needed to take on the likes of Dez Bryant, Pierre Garcon and Victor Cruz in the NFC East.

Eagles work out Oklahoma LT Lane Johnson | Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia
The Eagles on Friday added Oklahoma left tackle Lane Johnson to the list of names they've worked out in preparation of the NFL Draft.

What pros/cons come with Geno Smith - Stats & Info Blog - ESPN
Here is an in-depth breakdown of Smith’s greatest strengths and some team-specific concerns about him from a statistical perspective.

Greg Cosell: Mike Glennon better than Geno Smith - NFL.com
NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell hasn't shied away from bold statements at the quarterback position leading up to the 2013 NFL Draft. Cosell made waves when he labeled USC's Matt Barkley a third- or fourth-round talent. He then called Syracuse's Ryan Nassib a better prospect than West Virginia's Geno Smith. After hundreds of hours of tape-watching, Cosell continues to see the signal-caller hierarchy in a different light than the masses. Cosell on Friday said he would "rather have" N.C. State's Mike Glennon than Smith.

Raiders cut ties with Rolando McClain - Silver And Black Pride
The Raiders have officially released Rolando McClain.

Studying the draft record of NFL Teams | National Football Post
Tony Villiotti breaks down the production teams have gotten from their draft classes.