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NFL NEWS AND NOTES


The Newark Star-Ledger is among those reporting that a source close to the negotiations confirms that free-agent RB Dominic Rhodes has agreed to terms on a contract with the Raiders. It's believed to be a two-year deal.....


The Ravens announced that pending a physical, they have acquired RB Willis McGahee from Buffalo in exchange for three draft picks, reported to be a third- and seventh-round pick this year and a third-round pick next year. The team is already in negotations with McGahee on an extension. "We're getting a dynamic back who has the potential to diversify our running game," coach Brian Billick said. "We've studied him, and he brings the same passion and preparation that is common to Miami players, like our Ray Lewis and Ed Reed. Getting a player as good as Willis is another example of how Ozzie (Newsome, the team's GM) and his department size up the market and use our resources well.".....


The Dolphins have re-signed wide receiver Kelly Campbell. He was in camp with them last year but didn't make the final cut.....

The Tennessean reports that second-year RB LenDale White will be in the Titans' mix at running back. However, according to coach Jeff Fisher, he won't be in it alone. Philosophically, the Titans don't want to let one runner carry the load. "We drafted LenDale for a reason," Fisher said. "We feel like he has a chance to be a very productive back. ... With that said, we expect to have two that we can call upon, at least.".....


A mature veteran in the twilight of an 11-year career, new Falcons WR Joe Horn wants to show Michael Jenkins and Roddy White what it takes to become a Pro Bowl receiver. Horn earned four invitations to the NFL's annual all-star game as a Saint, and he sees no reason why Jenkins, the 29th overall draft pick of 2004, and White, picked No. 27 in 2005, should set low expectations for their careers. "I'm going to call them cats and talk to them," Horn said. "I want to get some words across to them and let them know where my heart is first. I want them to know -- 'I'm not here to shine on you, man. I came here to help. I came here to be a part of something new, something that's going to take off to the next level.'".....


The Rams have announced the signing of TE Randy McMichael. The two sides agreed to a three-year deal. A solid receiving tight end, McMichael has posted 60-plus catches in each of the last three seasons, averaging around 10 yards per catch each year with 12 scores. He has never missed an NFL game. "This has been in the works for a while," said Rams coach Scott Linehan. "We even considered trading for him. He is an every-down tight end and a proven starter in the league. He does a lot of things well.".....

The Saints entertained free-agent WR Brandon Stokley. The team is considering signing him to boost its receiving corps....