The Broncos are taking a close look at linebackers in this year's NFL draft.

Detroit Lions lose linebacker Alex Anzalone to Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The latest addition is former NFL linebacker Zaviar Gooden, according to KPRC-TV's Aaron Wilson. Gooden, 35, previously worked as an "assistant development coach" for the LSU Tigers.

Former Maryland star Dick Absher, who went on to spend six seasons in the NFL, has died. He was 81. Absher played for the Redskins, Falcons, Saints and Eagles during his NFL career. The linebacker appeared in 58 career games,

These three teams make the most sense for Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher in the NFL Draft.

After this post was scheduled, Denver reached an agreement on a three-year contract with veteran tight end Adam Trautman. Story update II: Denver is restructuring guard Quinn Meinerz's contract, a move that could free up $11.

Three days before he was set to become a free agent, Broncos linebacker Justin Strnad has agreed to remain in Denver.

The Denver Broncos continued their run of retaining key core players as they signed tight end Adam Trautman to a three-year deal worth a total of $17 million, according to Parker Gabriel of the Denver Post.