21.   Also, the Cowboys needed a defensive end to replace Tony Tolbert and Shante Carver.

22.   Among rookies, first-round draft choice Patrick Kerney, a defensive end, has been impressive.

23.   Among the free agents plucked by the Broncos are cornerback Darrien Gordon and defensive end Neil Smith.

24.   Among those whose contracts are up at the end of this year are defensive ends Armstrong and Jason Taylor.

25.   Among the better-known players are Oakland Raiders defensive end Howie Long, Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theisman and Chicago Bears running back Walter Payton.

26.   Among the other moves, Marcus Bonds starts at defensive end, with Darrell Russell and Elic Mahone the backups, and Errick Herrin starts at one inside linebacker.

27.   Among them were Foster, Manning, safety Marques Anderson and defensive end Rusty Williams.

28.   Among them were starting left guard Kris Pollack, starting wide receiver Ed Hervey and backup defensive end Marcus Bonds.

29.   Among those on the Dallas list are offensive linemen Mark Stepnoski and Derek Kennard, tight end Jay Novacek, safety James Washington and defensive end Tony Tolbert.

30.   Among those scheduled to attend are Rosey Grier, Sam Huff, Frank Gifford and defensive end Andy Robustelli.