Falcons Sign QB Matt Ryan to Five-Year Extension

The Atlanta Falcons have signed quarterback Matt Ryan to a new five-year extension with an average annual salary of $30 million. Ryan becomes the sport’s highest paid quarterback and the first to land a contract of $100 million guaranteed.

Cowboys' Witten Announces Retirement

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten has announced his retirement. Whitten has accepted a position with ESPN as lead analyst on "Monday Night Football."

Eagles' Jernigan Undergoes Surgery

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Timmy Jernigan underwent surgery on a herniated disc in his back last week. Jernigan is expected to be sidelined four to six months and could open the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list.