Count the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers among those franchises that got the most out of their draft classes in the past decade.

NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday that Saints outside linebacker Parys Haralson has agreed to terms on a one-year deal that will keep the veteran in New Orleans.

Marcell Dareus and the Buffalo Bills make Ford Field their temporary home against the Jets on Monday, while Joe Flacco and the Ravens take on the Saints. Keep an eye out for these seven things.

Sean Payton's back -- and so are the New Orleans Saints. Michael Silver says Drew Brees will lead the team back to the playoffs and earn the NFL's highest individual honor. Plus, seven more predictions.

Faced with a gaping hole at outside linebacker following the season-ending injury to Will Smith, the New Orleans Saints landed Parys Haralson in a trade with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday.

Former Arizona Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Clark Haggans reportedly will take a physical, then sign with the San Francisco 49ers to add depth.

Most folks are aware of notable 49ers like Patrick Willis and Vernon Davis, but Jeff Darlington highlights the homegrown underdogs who have helped make this season truly special in San Francisco.

Led by the best front seven in football, San Francisco's defense is upending what we thought we knew about this pass-happy season, Elliot Harrison writes.

When the 49ers were winning Super Bowls, the offense led the charge. However, with Mike Singletary at the helm, the defense will have to key a return to the playoffs for San Francisco.

NFL.com's Pat Kirwan draws up his draft board for every team in the NFC West. See the needs for the Cardinals, 49ers, Seahawks and Rams and find out what players they should target.