2015 first round draft order: Buccaneers now on the clock

Following is the 2015 NFL Draft first round order. The first round will start on Thursday, April 30 with the second and third rounds on Friday, May 1, followed by rounds four through seven on Saturday, May 2. The 2015 draft will be held at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in Chicago.

The order below does not include trades; the Cleveland Browns own the Buffalo Bills‘ No. 19 overall selection.

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2015 first round draft order: Buccaneers now on the clock

Brandt: Greg Schiano prospective frontrunner for Michigan occupation

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh can not look to escape conjecture that he could be the next coach at his alma mater, Michigan, but he is not the only one. NFL Media senior analyst Gil Brandt proposed via Twitter Friday that former Rutgers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Greg Schiano might be associated with the hunt, at the same time.

My wildcard for #Michigan is Greg Schiano, might even be frontrunner. Will get outstanding recommendations from highpowered #NFL trainers

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Brandt: Greg Schiano prospective frontrunner for Michigan occupation

Ray Rice wins appeal, instantly permitted return

Former Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has taken a huge step nearer to a potential return to the NFL.

NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport first reported Friday that Rice won his appeal and has had his indefinite suspension in the league overturned, according to a source directly associated with the specific situation. Rice is instantly eligible to return by winning his appeal, Rapoport reports.

The NFL Media Group got Judge Barbara S. Jones’ overview and selection:

"In this arbitration, the NFL claims that Commissioner Goodell was misled when he disciplined Rice the first time. Because, after careful consideration of most the evidence, I’m not swayed that Rice lied to, or misled, the NFL at his June interview, I find the indefinite suspension was an abuse of discretion and should be vacated."

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Mississippi State"s Justin Cox arrested, suspended indefinitely

Mississippi State defensive back Justin Cox has been suspended indefinitely following his arrest on suspicion of burglary of a dwelling and aggravated domestic violence.

The off-campus incident occurred early Friday morning at an apartment complex, where Oktibbeha County Sheriff’s Department officers responded to a call at about 3 a.m. and discovered a female victim with a head injury, according to the Starkville Daily News. Cox was arrested at the scene and booked into the Oktibbeha County Jail, per the report.

Cox, a junior college transfer in his second year at MSU, has appeared in nine games this season, making 21 tackles, an interception and four pass breakups. It remains unclear who might fill in for Cox when the Bulldogs host Vanderbilt on Saturday night (7:30 p.m. ET, SEC Network).

Mississippi State remains in contention for an SEC title and a College Football Playoff berth. The Bulldogs must beat Vanderbilt and rival Ole Miss next week, plus get help in the form of an Auburn win over Alabama, to reach the SEC Championship Game. MSU is currently ranked No. 4 in the CFP rankings.

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Mississippi State"s Justin Cox arrested, suspended indefinitely

Michigan AD Dave Brandon steps down

Beleaguered Michigan athletic director Dave Brandon stepped down Friday, school president Mark Schlissel declared in a news conference.

"Dave believes that it will take the very best interest of our student athletes, the athletic department as well as the university community if he moved on to other challenges and let the significant work of the section as well as the university to carry on without day-to-day diversions," Schlissel said. & quot;I agree with this particular choice.

" … There’s absolutely no doubt that Dave loves the University of Michigan and desires to see us move forward and succeed. I thank him for his long service and lifelong dedication to Michigan."

Schlissel became Michigan’s president in September.

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Michigan AD Dave Brandon steps down

Reports: Michigan AD Dave Brandon to step down Friday day

Beleaguered Michigan athletic director Dave Brandon apparently will step down Friday day.

The school has scheduled at 1:30 p.m. ET news conference, and various media reports have Brandon stepping down.

Brandon, 62, has become the ADVERTISEMENT since 2010. He’s a Michigan alum and was the chairman of the board of Domino’s Pizza when he was hired by Michigan.

He hired Brady Hoke as football coach, and Hoke undoubtedly is to the hot seat. The time of Brandon’s resignation could throw the anticipated Michigan training investigation into chaos, as it will be hard to engage a fresh trainer without that trainer understanding who his supervisor will be.

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Ex-Michigan WR Csont"e York sentenced to seven days in jail

Former Michigan wide receiver Csont’e York was sentenced Friday to seven days in jail for 2 misdemeanor assault convictions.

York struck one man, breaking his jaw and knocking him unconscious, and shoved another guy during a July 18 incident outside an Ann Arbor pub. Michigan suspended York on Aug. 3 and declared he’d been fired from the football team on Aug. 18. York is now registered in the University of Toledo.

York pleaded guilty to assault and assault and battery on Sept. 22.

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Can"t-miss Moments: Top plays of Week 7 in college football

Saturdays during college football season always deliver a bevy of "Can’t-miss Moments." College Football 24/7 is here to make sure you have access to all of the plays fans will be raving about.

Jameis Winston appears to be as loose as ever, despite some heavy news breaking on Friday.

Georgia running back Brendan Douglas will likely remember this touchdown run (or should we say flip?) for some time to come.

Kentucky senior wide receiver Javess Blue put forth quite the effort to haul in this one-handed grab.

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Accuser withdraws sexual battery complaint against Treon Harris

Just days after Florida freshman quarterback Treon Harris was suspended indefinitely after being accused of a sexual assault, the school announced the accuser has withdrawn the complaint.

"The student who accused Treon Harris of sexual battery has withdrawn her criminal complaint," the school announced in a statement. "This means she is not pursuing criminal charges against him at this time but maintains the right to do so in the future."

The school said it would have more information on Harris’ football status later Friday.

Harris’ attorney, Huntley Johnson, had announced the withdrawal of the claim earlier in the day.

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Stanford"s Kevin Hogan dealing with mystery injury

Stanford quarterback Kevin Hogan is injured; that much is known. The severity of the injury or even the specifics of the body part that hurts — well, Cardinal coach David Shaw won’t say.

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Shaw did say Hogan seemed likely to play Friday when Stanford hosts to Washington State.

Hogan (6-foot-4, 225 pounds), a junior, suffered some sort of injury on his leg in last week’s loss to Notre Dame. Whether it was to his knee, ankle, foot, whatever — Stanford isn’t saying.

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Stanford"s Kevin Hogan dealing with mystery injury

Stanford"s Kevin Hogan injured but expected to play Friday

Stanford quarterback Kevin Hogan is injured; that much is known. The severity of the injury or even the specifics of the body part that hurts – – well, Cardinal coach David Shaw won’t say.

Shaw did say Hogan seemed likely to play Friday when Stanford plays host to Washington State.

Hogan (6-foot-4, 225 pounds), a junior, suffered some sort of injury on his leg in last week’s loss to Notre Dame. Whether it was to his knee, ankle, foot, whatever – – Stanford isn’t saying.

"All things point toward him hopefully being ready (for Friday),” Shaw told reporters Tuesday. "We were aware of it. There was no fear of further injury. He still had full range of motion. He still had full strength. After you play the game, it gets really sore, and that’s where he is. But we feel good about him being ready."

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Stanford"s Kevin Hogan injured but expected to play Friday

Jonathan Dwyer charged with attacking wife

PHOENIX — Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Dwyer continues to be officially charged with attacking his wife in two arguments in July at their Phoenix flat.

An indictment freely released late Friday charges Dwyer with felony aggravated assault and eight misdemeanors, including assault, criminal damage and disorderly conduct.

Researchers say Dwyer broke his wife’s nose using a head butt during a July 21 discussion and participated in a dispute the next day in which he hit his wife and threw a shoe at his 17-month-old son, who was not injured.

Dwyer was arrested on Sept. 17 on suspicion of aggravated assault against his son, but the indictment does not charge him with any offenses related to the kid.

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Brian Kelly expecting for selection on suspended players shortly

Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said Tuesday that the hearings in the five players suspended in the team due to potential academic misconduct should finished by the conclusion of next week.

The quintet comprises three projected starters: cornerback KeiVarae Russell, wide receiver DaVaris Daniels and defensive end Ishaq Williams. Another two are safety Eilar Hardy and linebacker Kendall Moore. All but Hardy happen to be suspended since Aug. 15; Hardy was suspended Aug. 28.

Kelly made the remark at his weekly news conference. When asked if he’d an view of the procedure, Kelly said, "I do not have an opinion and I truly would not need to share it openly." He did say he was told last Friday that a committee had been formed to decide the innocence or guilt of the players.

The suspended players are attending courses, but Kelly has held them out of team meetings.

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Brian Kelly expecting for selection on suspended players shortly

Fines roundup: Muhammad Wilkerson docked $20K for fight

Muhammad Wilkerson’s ejection not only possibly cost his team a win from the Green Bay Packers last Sunday. It brought some cash from his pocket.

The New York Jets defensive lineman was penalized $20,000 for his part in an on-field altercation that contained a hit to the head of Packers guard Josh Sitton during the third quarter of his team’s 31-24 loss to Aaron Rodgers and Co. 

Here’s who else stood by their telephones (and checkbooks) Friday.

» Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Dwan Edwards fined $8,268 for a late hit on Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford.

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Fines roundup: Muhammad Wilkerson docked $20K for fight

Report: Adrian Peterson accused of injuring another son in 2013

KHOU-TV in Houston reported Monday night that Vikings running back Adrian Peterson was accused of injuring another son in June 2013. According to the report, Peterson supposedly disciplined his son for "cussing into a sib," resulting in a injury to the 4-year old boy’s head.

The boy’s mother allegedly filed a report with Texas Child Protective Services. The outcomes of any investigation are uncertain and no charges have now been filed in the case. NFL Media hasn’t yet had the opportunity to reach the Vikings or Peterson’s lawyer for opinion.

Peterson was indicted Friday on a charge of dangerous or negligent harm to your child — another 4-year old son — and faces up to a couple of years in prison as well as a $10,000 fine if convicted. He flew to Texas and turned himself in early Saturday morning to the Montgomery County (Texas) Sheriff’s Office and was launched after posting a $15,000 bond.

The Vikings deactivated Peterson for Sunday’s match from the New England Patriots, but the team announced Monday that the 29-year old was activated and certainly will completely practice this week. He’s likely to play against the New Orleans Saints in Week 3.

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Adrian Peterson"s arraignment delayed until October 8

Adrian Peterson’s first day in court has been delayed.

The Minnesota Vikings’ star running back’s first court date concerning a charge of dangerous or negligent harm to your kid — his 4-year old son — continues to be transferred to Oct. 8 at 9 a.m. CT, the Montgomery County (Texas) District Attorney’s office supports to NFL Media. The arraignment will occur in the Ninth District Court.

Peterson was indicted Friday and faces up to a couple of years in prison as well as a $10,000 fine if convicted. He flew to Texas and turned himself in early Saturday morning to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and was released after posting a $15,000 bond.

The Vikings deactivated Peterson for Sunday’s match from the New England Patriots, but the team declared the 29-year old was reactivated and certainly will completely practice this week. He’s likely to play against the New Orleans Saints in Week 3.

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Adrian Peterson activated, expected to play Sunday

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The Minnesota Vikings announced Monday morning that running back Adrian Peterson will completely practice and is likely to play this week from the New Orleans Saints.

Peterson was deactivated for Sunday’s loss after being indicted Friday on charges of dangerous or negligent harm to your kid.

The Vikings mentioned due process as the basis for reinstating the face of the franchise.

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Adrian Peterson activated, expected to play Sunday

Vikings" Adrian Peterson indicted in child injury instance

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Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson continues to be indicted for reckless or negligent harm to your kid, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport affirmed Friday, based on a source associated with the procedure.

The Vikings declared that Peterson is going to be deactivated for Sunday’s match from the New England Patriots.

Lt. Brady Fitzgerald of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office verified to NFL Media that a warrant has been issued for Peterson’s arrest and that they’ve investigated the case.

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NFLPA schedules vote on new drug policy for Friday

The NFL Players Association has scheduled a vote on a new drug policy for Friday, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday, according to a source informed of the potential new deal. Representatives from all 32 teams will vote on the potential policy.

A new drug deal, if agreed upon, would bring back players who tested positive for amphetamines such as Wes Welker, Orlando Scandrick, Dion Jordan and others, per Rapoport.

NFLPA spokesperson George Atallah tweeted late Thursday that "NFLPA Player Representatives have been asked to set aside time tomorrow to review and potentially vote on new drug policies."

Rapoport adds that both sides are being cautious with a proposed deal and it’s no sure thing, per sources on both sides. 

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NFLPA schedules vote on new drug policy for Friday