The Facts: Shepherd also signed a one-year tender, avoiding restricted free agency. Terms were not released. Shepherd said he still is hopeful for a long-term extension. "If they want me, they can get me," he said.

Diehards Line:Shepherd might be best remembered for dropping the game-tying TD pass in the playoff loss to Washington -- a play that could prompt an off-season review by the NFL Competition Committee. He'll remain on board for depth, but a healthy Michael Clayton will mean less playing time for Shepherd.