The NFL and the players union are talking with a federal mediator to work out a new collective bargaining agreement. If they don't have a deal by Friday afternoon, the owners could lock out the players or the NFLPA might decertify and take its fight to court. Either scenario would put the NFL on a path that might wipe out some or all the upcoming season..He doesn't quite seem to have the AA and speed to be an effective outside edge pass rusher, but he is not yet big enough and physical enough to be effective as an inside run stuffer. He is a competitive guy that will run and chase and work to finish plays and does have a little flair coming off the corner. He does not have great ability to breakdown in the open field and adjust on the move, and he doesn't always show an extra gear, although he does have a knack for being around the ball and making some big plays.

Winfield began a visit in Seattle on Tuesday and apparently liked what he heard from General Manager John Schne