Notes: Boys consider Rat, Pats franchise Cassell, Faiders sell, Pioli update

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Jones might pursue Shanahan as coach

Pats to franchise Cassel

Raiders trying to sell more stake in team

Mangini had 'compelling' interview

Scott Pioli, the Patriots' executive vice president of player personnel, has been considered the favorite for the (Browns) GM job, but sources say his demands were "extreme," and Lerner is hesitant to accept the terms unless there is some level of compromise. Pioli is scheduled to interview with the Kansas City Chiefs no later than Monday.