News about Carson Palmer

Not only is the NFL conspicuously silent about OJ Simpson's passing, but his alma mater has similarly resisted calls to address the scandalized running back's death this week. Southern California has a copy of Simpson's Heisman Trophy at the campus' Heritage Hall, and his jersey remains retired by the Trojans in recognition of his two remarkable seasons in the USC backfield. What's more, his No. 32 is prominently displayed at every home football game on the banners that drape the peristyle steps of the venerable Coliseum. But when Simpson's death from prostate cancer at 76 in Las Vegas was announced Thursday, his school made no public acknowledgement of it.

Aaron Rodgers has a 'great chance' of joining the Jets this offseason, according to former Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer, with the long-time Packer's future uncertain. Rodgers had previously said he was "not a part of discussions" surrounding his situation in Green Bay, with trade rumors swirling around the quarterback. In addition, former Green Bay offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett - Rodgers' closest confidant - joined the Jets in the same role following a turbulent stint as the Broncos' head coach.

Steve Keim, the general manager of the Arizona Cardinals, has been on leave from the team indefinite, health-related absence. Keim is currently in his tenth season as GM for the struggling Cardinals, but is taking a break from day-to-day duties for reasons that are as yet unknown. The news was announced by the team on Wednesday evening, with a note that read: 'Arizona Cardinals General Manager Steve Keim is currently on a health-related leave of absence.'