LOCAL TIES

Adam Weber, Denver: The four-year Gophers starting quarterback, an undrafted free agent, appears to be a candidate for the practice squad.

Rhys Lloyd, N.Y. Giants: Another former Gophers player, he kicked the past three preseason games, but Lawrence Tynes said he is ready for the opener.

Jon Hoese, Green Bay: The former Gophers fullback played mostly on special teams in the preseason.

Isaac Odim, San Diego: The running back was a three-time Division II All-America at Minnesota Duluth.

David Gilreath, Indianapolis: The Armstrong High School alum was an undrafted free agent out of Wisconsin.

Isaac Anderson, Washington: Another former Wisconsin receiver, Anderson is a Blake product.

AROUND THE LEAGUE

Perrish Cox, Denver: The Broncos cut ties with the cornerback who is facing a sexual assault trial.

Tommie Harris, Indianapolis: The three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle with Chicago did not become the disruptive force the Colts expected.

Brandon Meriweather, New England: The two-time Pro Bowl safety, a 2007 first-round draft pick, had never missed a game with the Patriots.

Larry Johnson, Miami: The former Kansas City star signed last week after sitting out most of last season.

Artis Hicks, Washington: The former Vikings offensive lineman started 10 games for the Redskins last year.

Igor Olshansky, Dallas: The defensive lineman's release saves Dallas more than $3.3 million against the salary cap.

Lito Sheppard, Oakland: The former Vikings cornerback was with the Raiders a little more than a week.

Nick Harris, Detroit: Undrafted rookie Ryan Donahue will replace Harris, who had been the Lions punter since 2003.