Thursday Afternoon Buzz

The Lions could release Drew Stanton. Stanton is not considered the Lions quarterback of the future anymore, now that they drafted Matthew Stafford.

The Bengals announced that Shayne Graham has signed his one-year franchise tender. Pro Football Weekly reported the Bengals might not re-sign Graham, but they ended up franchising him. Hmmm...

Fred Smoot responds to new Redskins cornerback, "I dont even know him."

The Times Online is reporting that the Steelers have released long snapper Jared Retkofsky.

ESPN.com is reporting that rookies will not visit the NFL Hall of Fame anymore due to financial reasons. I was lucky enough to visit the Pro Football Hall Of Fame in Canton, Ohio when the Super Bowl run-ups (Arizona Cardinals) were visiting. [An awesome football experience.]

The Cardinals had a tryout with former USC standout tight end Dominique Byrd. Byrd would meet up with former Trojans Matt Leinart and Deuce Lutui.

The Falcons met with former Rams and Titans receiver Drew Bennett on Thursday according to NFL.com.

Patriots.com is reporting that the Patriots have traded an undisclosed 2010 draft pick to the Buccaneers for tight end Alex Smith.

The Chicago Tribune reports the Chicago Bears have talked to free agent linebacker Khary Campbell. Campbell has led the Redskins in tackles the past three seasons.

The Arizona Republic reports that Roderick Hood has received interest from teams around the league, but he will take his time to make a decision.

The Dallas Morning News reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed former Maryland running back Keon Lattimore.