Giants meet with Russell Wilson
NEW YORK — The Giants have met with quarterback Russell Wilson, who stopped in New Jersey for “an exploratory meeting” with the Giants, per ESPN, before flying to Pittsburgh to meet with the Steelers.
Wilson, 35, is pursuing free agent options after the Denver Broncos informed him that they will be releasing him.
Pats give Henry 3-year deal
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The Patriots agreed to retain pending free agent tight end Hunter Henry, who will sign a three-year deal.
Bills sign Rapp to extension
ORCHARD PARK — The Bills resigned safety Taylor Rapp to a threeyear extension, days before he was eligible to become a free agent.
Buffalo, meanwhile, was awarded a fourth round selection, pick No. 133, for losing Tremaine Edmunds in free agency to the Chicago Bears.
49ers agree with RT Mckivitz
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers agreed to a oneyear extension with right tackle Colton Mckivitz to keep him under contract through the 2025 season.
Ravens lock up DT Madubuike
The Ravens agreed to a four-year extension with defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, three days after putting the franchise tag on him.
Steelers cut costs, release pair
PITTSBURGH — The Steelers released cornerback Patrick Peterson and wide receiver Allen Robinson II in cost-cutting moves.
Vikings re-sign TE Mundt
EAGAN, Minn. — The Vikings and tight end Johnny Mundt agreed to terms on a new contract.
Rams add Desai to staff
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Former NFL defensive coordinator Sean Desai joined the L.A. Rams’ coaching staff as a senior assistant.
Amputations after KC playoff
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Some of the people who attended the nearrecord cold KC Chiefs playoff game in January had to undergo amputations, a Missouri hospital said.
Warriors’ Curry sidelined
Warriors star guard Steph Curry will miss at least a game and possibly more after rolling his right ankle on Thursday night against the Bulls.
Lebron sits out vs. Bucks
LOS ANGELES — Lebron James sat out the Lakers’ game with Milwaukee due to his injured left ankle.
T’wolves coach misses game
CLEVELAND — Timberwolves coach Chris Finch sat out against Cleveland because he wasn’t feeling well. Assistant Micah Nori filled in.
Shiffrin concedes Cup title
Mikaela Shiffrin is no longer challenging for a women’s record-tying sixth World Cup overall title after being out since a January crash. She returns to racing on Sunday and said she will enter no more than three of the final six races.
Nichushkin returns to Avs
DENVER — Valeri Nichushkin returned to the Avalanche lineup against the Wild after receiving care in the player assistance program.
Kraken keep veteran Eberle
SEATTLE — Veteran forward Jordan Eberle stayed put at the NHL trade deadline after he and the Kraken reached agreement on a $9.5 million, two-year extension.
Verstappen on pole in Saudi
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen qualified on pole position for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, extending his strong start to the season.