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NFL’s odd offseason leaves some big names still unsigned

AP photo by Mike McCarn / Quarterback Cam Newton stretches before the Carolina Panthers' home game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 8, 2019, in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers released Newton in March after an injury-plagued 2019 season for the 2015 NFL MVP.
AP photo by Mike McCarn / Quarterback Cam Newton stretches before the Carolina Panthers' home game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 8, 2019, in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers released Newton in March after an injury-plagued 2019 season for the 2015 NFL MVP. AP photo by Mike McCarn / Quarterback Cam Newton stretches before the Carolina Panthers' home game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 8, 2019, in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers released Newton in March after an injury-plagued 2019 season for the 2015 NFL MVP.

NEW YORK – Offseason shopping is still in full swing in the NFL.

Even with the status of the upcoming season uncertain because of the coronavirus pandemic, teams continue to tinker with their rosters by adding players they hope will help them win – whenever or if they actually play.

Virtual workouts are being held all around the league, with some facilities beginning to reopen but still closed to coaches and players. General managers work the phones and chat with agents and unsigned players through video conference calls.

During the past few weeks some notable names have found news homes, with that group of players including cornerback Prince Amukamara (Las Vegas Raiders), quarterback Joe Flacco (New York Jets), offensive lineman D.J. Fluker (Baltimore Ravens) and running backs Frank Gore (Jets), Carlos Hyde (Seattle Seahawks) and Ty Montgomery (New Orleans Saints).

Other stars remain unsigned and could end up filling major needs for someone. Here’s a look at some still waiting to find the right fit – or, in some cases, for quarantine restrictions to be lifted so they can make in-person visits before they or the teams make a decision: