NFL notebook: Prosecutors reportedly make Kraft an offer

The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday that prosecutors have offered to
defer prosecution for Kraft and the two dozen other men arrested in the case,
but any defendant who accepts the offer must admit that there is enough
evidence to lead to a conviction at trial.

Additionally, the defendant must complete an education course about
prostitution, perform 100 hours of community service, be tested for sexually
transmitted diseases and pay court costs, per the report.

Kraft entered a not guilty plea in late February after being charged with two
misdemeanor counts of soliciting prostitution at a day spa in Jupiter, Fla.
The 77-year-old billionaire is alleged to have twice visited the Orchids of
Asia Day Spa in January and received sex acts in exchange for money both
times.

--In an interview with Sports Illustrated, running back Le'Veon Bell said he
never intended to sit out the entire 2018 season.

Bell, who recently signed with the New York Jets as a free agent, told the
outlet that his original plan was to miss only Week 1 of last season. But the
running back had a change of mind as events played out with the Pittsburgh
Steelers.

Once he realized the Steelers could again put the franchise tag on him
following the season, Bell continued to sit out, and never joined the team. He
became a free agent after the season and received a four-year, $52.5 million
deal from the Jets.

--Coveted quarterback Kyler Murray met with Arizona Cardinals general manager
Steve Keim and coach Kliff Kingsbury near the Oklahoma campus, the Houston
Chronicle reported.

The Cardinals own the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft and the
Oklahoma product and Heisman Trophy winner is under heavy consideration as he
is viewed as a solid fit for first-year coach Kingsbury's offense.

Arizona took quarterback Josh Rosen 10th overall in last year's draft but the
team's actions involving Murray may display a willingness to move on from
Rosen.

--Tempted to join his brother with the Patriots, tight end Martellus Bennett
said he will instead remain retired to focus on his creative work.

Michael Bennett was acquired by the Patriots from the Philadelphia Eagles
earlier this month, sparking speculation the defensive lineman might soon be
joined by his 32-year-old brother, who retired after being released by New
England last offseason.

--The Carolina Panthers signed defensive end Bruce Irvin to a one-year
contract reportedly worth up to $5 million in an effort to boost their pass
rush after the retirement of Julius Peppers. The seven-year pro has 43.5
sacks, 277 tackles, 15 forced fumbles and three interceptions.

--The Dallas Cowboys and wide receiver Randall Cobb agreed to terms on a
one-year deal, the team announced. The deal is worth $5 million, according to
the NFL Network. Cobb, 28, has been with the Green Bay Packers since they
drafted him in the second round in 2011. He missed seven games last season due
to concussion and hamstring injuries and caught just 38 passes for 383 yards
and two touchdowns.

--Defensive end Robert Quinn visited the Cowboys as a precursor to a potential
swap with the Miami Dolphins, but reportedly left town without a deal pending.
The Dolphins are willing to pay part of Quinn's 2019 salary to help facilitate
a trade of the pass rusher, according to NFL Network.

--Kentucky tight end C.J. Conrad has been cleared for pre-draft workouts after
he had to leave the NFL Scouting Combine earlier this month when a heart issue
was found during his physical. Prior to the combine, most outlets had pegged
him as a late-round prospect.

--Kicker Dan Bailey re-signed with the Minnesota Vikings, agreeing to a
one-year deal with a base value of $1 million, per reports. ... The Patriots
have reportedly re-signed punter Ryan Allen to a one-year deal. ... The
Detroit Lions have signed restricted free agent running back Malcolm Brown to
an offer sheet, which the Los Angeles Rams have until Monday to match,
according to multiple reports.

--Field Level Media