NFL

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers traded defensive end Marques Douglas to the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday in exchange for undisclosed draft picks.

Linebacker Shawne Merriman told the San Diego Chargers on Wednesday that he has elected not to undergo surgery on his injured left knee, and instead will try to play this season despite reportedly having two torn ligaments.

Bob Hayes and Claude Humphrey have been selected as the senior nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2009.

Defensive end Derrick Harvey ended his 33-day holdout on Wednesday, and has agreed to a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars that could reportedly be worth more than $33 million. Harvey was the last rookie holdout in the NFL.

The Chiefs have released kicker Jay Feely, ending his stint with Kansas City after only two days of practice.

Defensive end Derrick Harvey has reportedly ended his 33-day holdout, and has agreed to a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars that could be worth more than $33 million. Harvey was the last rookie holdout in the NFL.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson returned to practice on Tuesday.

The New England Patriots released cornerback Jason Webster on Tuesday.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed oft-injured running back Carnell "Cadillac" Williams on the physically unable to perform list, assuring he will be out of action for the regular season's first six weeks.

Former New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan will reportedly remain retired, turning down an offer to come back and play for the Super Bowl champions.