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Brian Urlacher retires: Bears great says he's leaving NFL

Brian Urlacher, former Chicago Bears All-Pro linebacker, announced his retirement from the NFL via Twitter on Wednesday, three days shy of his 35th birthday.

Dolphins proud they've become a desired NFL address

Whatever the case, the Dolphins signed several talented free agents - wide receiver Brandon Gibson, tight end Dustin Keller, right tackle Tyson Clabo, cornerback Brent Grimes, and linebackers...

Chicago rookie linebacker Jon Bostic has link to 1985 Bears

They're the last two draft picks at linebacker to have any production for the Bears.

NFL notes: Arizona linebacker and former TCU standout arrested for assault

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Daryl Washington, a former TCU standout, was arrested Friday after being accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, who authorities said is the mother of his baby daughter.

Linebacker battle rages on for TCU with new faces on the field and on the sidelines

Patterson is pleased with new linebackers coach Demontie Cross, who replaced Randy Shannon in January after a season coaching linebackers at Kansas.

Cowboys sign safety Allen and linebacker Durant

But they accomplished their goal of getting Durant and Allen in the fold to give them some insurance at linebacker and safety, where Kyle Wilber and Matt Johnson are at the top of the depth chart.

Giants sign LB Connor, Source says TE Myers

Connor can play both inside and outside, but prefers the inside so his signing means that New York probably won't bring back middle linebacker Chase Blackburn, who is a free agent.

Urlacher's status still murky as Bears lose Roach to Raiders

General manager Phil Emery delicately maneuvered around questions about the eight-time Pro Bowl middle linebacker Wednesday after introducing free-agent prizes Jermon Bushrod and Martellus Bennett.

Eagles sign outside linebacker Barwin, Williams and Phillips

Former Texans tight end James Casey, 49ers defensive lineman Isaac Sopoaga, and Panthers linebacker Jason Phillips were also signed on Tuesday.

New Browns linebacker Paul Kruger ready to step out of shadows of Ravens, prove...

During Kruger's breakout 2012 season, his pass-rushing production jumped significantly once standout rush linebacker Terrell Suggs returned from a torn Achilles tendon.

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Tamba Hali expects he and Justin Houston will pile up sacks this season

"It's aggressive, an attacking style of defense," linebacker Derrick Johnson said.

Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement

His range at the middle linebacker position, the speed that he played with, he was super fast."

SAN DIEGO: Te'o off-limits to media but not Maxim party

The team refused to let reporters do customary one-on-ones with him after his introductory news...