New Pass Rusher in Atlanta

Osi Umenyiora agreed to a 2 year contract with the Atlanta Falcons on Wednesday, as NFL.com's Steve Wyche reported.

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported the two-year is worth $8.5 million with a maximum value of $12.2 million. The contract also includes $5 million in the first year, according to Rapoport.

The Falcons were in need of a pass rusher to replace ex-Falcon John Abraham (still a free agent).
"There was nothing better than to be able to win (in New York)," Umenyiora said, referring to his 2 Super Bowl wins with the Giants . "The only thing I can think of that would be better than being able to win in New York would be to be able to win here in Atlanta. We'll see how that plays out. Hopefully, it works out in a positive direction."

Umenyiora spent his first nine seasons with the Giants , with 75 sacks; however, last year, he was a part-time player finishing with six sacks, 43 tackles and two forced fumbles. Umenyiora will help the Falcons ' pass rush; however, the Falcons will probably seek more help in the draft.

NY Jets' QB

Earlier this month, New York Jets offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg told reporters, Mark Sanchez had "just a little bit of a leg up" in the current quarterback competition; however, now, Jets coach Rex Ryan is no longer willing to match the endorsement for Sanchez.

According to Ryan, there isn't a clear-cut favorite. According to the New York Daily News. "I just think it's going to be competition from day one and obviously Sanchez will take the first snap and things but that's all you can say.", explained Ryan

"I do know this - The play at quarterback has to get a lot better," Ryan said. "There's no doubt. Whether it's Mark or somebody else, we know we have to improve in that area without a doubt. I guess we can file that in the 'no kidding' category."

Romo's Future

On Tuesday, owner/general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones disclosed that a new contract for QB Tony Romo would happen in the near future.

Romo, entering the final year of his contract, is scheduled to earn a base salary of $11.5 million in 2013. The Cowboys will attempt to lower his cap amount, which is currently the highest for the Cowboys, $16.8 million.

Cap room is needed in order to sign available free agents as well as to create money in order to sign players in this year's NFL draft.

Romo, 32, threw for 4,903 yards during the 2012-13 season, adding 28 touchdown passes to his career stats; however, Romo, tied with the New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees, led the league with 19 interceptions - which is the Romo has thrown since the 2007 season.

Rams Improvement?

The St. Louis Rams, 2-1-1 against the 2012 NFC West heavyweights (49ers and Seahawks), have helped to stabilize their offensive line, after using 16 different starters since 2010.

OT Jake Long now allows the Rams someone with the credentials to match up against solid pass rushers in the same division such as Aldon & Justin Smith (no relation), the newly-signed Cliff Avril (Seattle), Bruce Irvin, Calais Campbell as well as other pass-rushers the NFC West opponents may send looking for Sam Bradford.

The Rams, filling a major need heading into the draft, now free up options in this year's draft - they are now able to look for value in the draft as opposed to being crutched by searching for need.

Desperation does not aid any team during the draft, desperation leads to picks which normally do not pan-out long term – drafting value players will aid the Rams in creating a foundation for the future.

On the flip side, Long, the first overall pick during the 2008 draft, does come with some injury concerns – Long's biceps and triceps injuries forced him to miss six games over the past two seasons – finishing both seasons on IR.

An argument can be made that the Rams must use their draft picks in order to upgrade their backfield and wide receiver crew, after losing Danny Amendola and Steven Jackson; however, the Rams, have helped Bradford (QB), in the passing game, by adding Jared Cook (TE), who is already familiar with Jeff Fisher, after playing for him in Tennessee.

NY's New TE

Brandon Myers has agreed to sign with the New York Giants. 

Myers, 27, signs with the Giants after an explosive season, leading the Oakland Raiders in receiving (79 catches for 806 yards as well as four touchdowns). Myers should fill the void left by Martellus Bennett, who left for the Chicago Bears after his own breakout campaign during the 2012/2013 season.

Since free agency began, the Giants have had interest in Myers. After getting a better idea of the market, the Giants invited Myers to their facilities on Saturday.

Some say Carson Palmer had much to do with Myers' production last season; however, Myers also proved that he is a dependable pass-catching tight end. 

Bennett may be a more athletic/dynamic talent than Myers; however, Myers should do well in his new role as a Giant.

Cowboys' Free Agency

Heading into the weekend, the Dallas Cowboys have lost three free agents and have yet to sign one.

Getting left behind in the NFC East, even after making moves in order to get $175,000 under the $123 million NFL cap limit, the Redskins, Giants, as well as Eagles have all made advances during this free agency.

As of now, The Cowboys' upgrades for next year will have to come from the injured players who missed a large portion of the 2012/2013 season.

Players such as Bruce Carter, Sean Lee, as well as Jay Ratliff, will have to make an impact in next year's season, in which The Cowboys will change to a 4-3 defense.

The draft is next month, and there still may be changes in Dallas which may include more cuts or extensions on contracts, in order to get the Cowboys further under the cap limit and create money, which will help The Cowboys sign more talent for the 2013/2014 season.