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Steelers | Rashard Mendenhall has no timetable for return (Wed May 23, 02:43 PM) [jump to this story] Raiders | Darren McFadden looks healthy in workouts (Wed May 23, 09:39 AM) [jump to this story] Dolphins | Joe Philbin says QB will be his decision (Wed May 23, 08:29 AM) [jump to this story] Seahawks | Kellen Winslow acquired (Mon May 21, 11:52 PM) [jump to this story] Buccaneers | Dallas Clark signed (Mon May 21, 07:21 PM) [jump to this story] Broncos | Peyton Manning shows velocity on throws (Mon May 21, 01:49 PM) [jump to this story] |
Cowboys | RB Jones limited in OTAs Wed May 23, 03:28 PM
Charean Williams, from the Star-Telegram, reports via Twitter that Cowboys RB Felix Jones is still rehabbing his shoulder and not doing much in OTAs. Head coach Jason Garrett believes Jones will be ready for training camp.
| Our view: Same old story with Jones here. He's incredibly talented but injuries have limited his production and kept him from playing up to his potential. Jones will likely serve as a backup behind Demarco Murray this year. |
Felix Jones player page
Jaguars | WR Thomas on the roster bubble? Wed May 23, 03:18 PM
Mark Long, from the Associated Press, reports via Twitter that the more he watches Jaguars practice the more he feels WR Mike Thomas may not make the final roster.
| Our view: The Jags added a ton of weapons this offseason. In free agency they added both Laurent Robinson and Lee Evans. In the first-round of the 2012 NFL Draft they selected star WR Justin Blackmon. Thomas will find it difficult to find playing time if he's the fourth- or fifth WR on the depth chart. |
Lee Evans player page
Jaguars | Rashean Mathis could return to practice soon Wed May 23, 02:54 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars CB Rashean Mathis (knee) is ahead of schedule in his rehab from a torn anterior cruciate ligament and could return to practice at some point in June.
| Our view: Mathis may be able to practice without restriction in early June. Expect the team to monitor him closely as he returns from this injury. |
Rashean Mathis player page
Jaguars | Aaron Kampman expected out until camp Wed May 23, 02:52 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars DE Aaron Kampman (knee) is not expected to be ready to practice until sometime during training camp.
| Our view: Kampman's spot on the roster is in danger if he can't come back from this latest knee injury. |
Aaron Kampman player page
Bills | Terrence McGee hopes to be ready for camp Wed May 23, 02:46 PM
Buffalo Bills CB Terrence McGee (knee) said he hopes to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing knee surgery earlier this offseason.
| Our view: When back at full strength McGee will be starting opposite rookie first-round pick Stephon Gilmore. If McGee's still not quite 100% by the time the regular season gets here then he could begin the year as a subpackage player. |
Terrence McGee player page
Steelers | Rashard Mendenhall has no timetable for return Wed May 23, 02:43 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall (knee) said he is doing well in his rehab but does not know when he will be able to return. He said he has been able to do more than just run straight ahead.
| Our view: The team will be careful with Mendenhall as he recovers from the knee injury he suffered late last year. He's a candidate to begin the season on the PUP list, which gives the team until week 9 to decide his fate for the year. Isaac Redman will start if Mendenhall misses any playing time. |
Rashard Mendenhall player page
Steelers | David Johnson moving to FB permanently Wed May 23, 02:42 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Isaac Redman said TE David Johnson has been moved to fullback permanently.
Link to storyDavid Johnson player page
Giants | Antwaun Molden injured Wed May 23, 02:32 PM
New York Giants CB Antwaun Molden (hamstring) was carted off the field during organized team activities Wednesday, May 23, after suffering a hamstring injury.
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Giants | Brian Witherspoon injured Wed May 23, 02:27 PM
New York Giants CB Brian Witherspoon (knee) was carted off the field during organized team activities Wednesday, May 23. Head coach Tom Coughlin said it is believed Witherspoon suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Link to storyBrian Witherspoon player page
Bears | Jonathan Wilhite sees time with starters Wed May 23, 02:26 PM
Chicago Bears CB Jonathan Wilhite worked with the first-team defense during the organized team activities Wednesday, May 23.
| Our view: It's bad news for the Bears if Wilhite ends up on the first-team. He struggled with the Broncos last year and works better in Nickel or Dime packages. |
Jonathan Wilhite player page
Bears | Johnny Knox unsure about availability for 2012 Wed May 23, 02:22 PM
Chicago Bears WR Johnny Knox (back) said he is working hard in his rehab from back surgery but is not sure if he will be able to play this season. Knox said he lost 30 pounds after the surgery but has added 10 of those pounds back.
| Our view: The injury Knox suffered was absolutely gruesome as he was bent over backwards and was basically folded in half. He's very likely to begin the year on the PUP list and could be put on Injured Reserve as he continues to rehab. |
Johnny Knox player page
Bears | Two see time at LT during OTAs Wed May 23, 02:13 PM
Chicago Bears OTs Chris Williams and J'Marcus Webb saw time with the first-team offense at left tackle during the organized team activities Wednesday, May 23.
| Our view: Williams was selected to be a Tackle but played inside at Guard last year. He's moving back outside to compete with Webb in camp. |
Eagles | Jamar Chaney takes part in workout Tuesday Wed May 23, 02:12 PM
Philadelphia Eagles LB Jamar Chaney (neck) participated in the organized team activities Tuesday, May 22. Head coach Andy Reid previous said LB Jamar Chaney would be out until training camp but Chaney received medical clearance to participate in the workouts.
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Broncos | Chris Gronkowski acquired Wed May 23, 01:35 PM
The Denver Broncos acquired FB Chris Gronkowski from the Indianapolis Colts Wednesday, May 23, in exchange for CB Cassius Vaughn.
| Our view: With free agent additions Tracy Porter and Drayton Florence, plus the selection of Omar Bolden in the draft, the Denver secondary is jam packed with talent. Vaughn can help the Patriots as a nickel Cornerback and also as a return man. Gronkowski is an interesting addition because he struggles in pass protection and Peyton Manning offenses don't really use Fullbacks. |
Chris Gronkowski player page
49ers | Andy Lee extended Wed May 23, 01:23 PM
The San Francisco 49ers signed P Andy Lee to a six-year contract extension through the 2018 season Wednesday, May 23. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Packers | Roster moves Wed May 23, 12:19 PM
The Green Bay Packers signed free-agent DL Phillip Merling (Dolphins) to an undisclosed deal Wednesday, May 23, and released TE Cameron Ford and QB Nick Hill.
| Our view: Merling's not the same player he used to be after suffering an Achilles' injury in 2010. However, he's worth taking a shot on as the team looks for better depth on the D-Line. |
Phillip Merling player page
Nick Hill player page
Chargers | Philip Rivers would like LaDainian Tomlinson to return Wed May 23, 11:46 AM
San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers said he would have no issue if free-agent RB LaDainian Tomlinson (Jets) were to return to the team as a third-down back. 'I love LT and all that he brought and meant to us when he was here. I don't know if that is being considered or that's even an option, but I wouldn't have any objection to it whatsoever,' Rivers said.
| Our view: Things didn't end well with LT and GM A.J. Smith. The Chargers are unlikely to add the veteran RB even though as a part time backup player it does make some sense. |
LaDainian Tomlinson player page
Philip Rivers player page
Jaguars | Aaron Kampman injury update Wed May 23, 11:40 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars DL Aaron Kampman (knee) isn't expected to return until some time during training camp.
Link to storyAaron Kampman player page
Dolphins | Jonathan Martin signs Wed May 23, 11:27 AM
The Miami Dolphins have signed second-round draft pick OT Jonathan Martin to a four-year deal worth nearly $5 million that includes a $1.9 million signing bonus.
| Our view: Martin played on the left side in college where he protected first overall pick Andrew Luck. In the pros he'll switch to Right Tackle and should work well in the Dolphins new zone scheme. |
Titans | Agree to terms with two draft picks Wed May 23, 11:12 AM
The Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with fifth-round draft pick TE Taylor Thompson and seventh-round draft pick DE Scott Solomon. Terms of the deals were not disclosed.
| Our view: Our very own Cecil Lammey watched Thompson at the Players All Star Classic earlier this year and came away impressed with his size, athleticism, and hands. Thompson played DE at SMU but made the switch to TE for that All Star Game. At the Scouting Combine he had an outstanding performance which skyrocketed his draft stock. He's raw but has good upside. This year he'll compete to be third on the depth chart behind Jared Cook and Craig Stevens. |
Eagles | Keenan Clayton has surgery Wed May 23, 11:08 AM
The Philadelphia Eagles announced Wednesday, May 23, that LB Keenan Clayton (hernia) underwent successful surgery Tuesday, May 22, to repair a torn core muscle.
Keenan Clayton player page
Buccaneers | Kellen Winslow trade not a message Wed May 23, 11:04 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Greg Schiano said he wasn't sending a message by trading TE Kellen Winslow to the Seattle Seahawks; he was simply improving the football team. Winslow did not participate in a voluntary workout with the Buccaneers. 'There is really not a message. It's not one of those situations,' Schiano said. 'The only message I want to address is we need to be the best football team we can be. Time is our enemy. We are running out of time. Teams in our division have a head start on us.'
Link to storyKellen Winslow player page
Bills | Mario Williams to wear No. 94 Wed May 23, 11:01 AM
Buffalo Bills DL Mario Williams will wear jersey No. 94 for the team.
Link to storyMario Williams player page
Steelers | Mike Wallace has received playbook Wed May 23, 10:44 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers restricted free-agent WR Mike Wallace visited the team last week and talked with head coach Mike Tomlin. When Wallace left, he took with him a playbook. 'He's going to be studying, so when he comes he knows (the plays),' WR Antonio Brown said. Tomlin is not concerned with Wallace falling behind. 'It will be a little bit of short-term misery,' Tomlin said, 'but it won't be significant in the big scheme of things, hopefully.'
| Our view: Like the rest of the Steelers offense Wallace will need to learn the new offense that Todd Haley is installing. Haley may be tough to get along with at times, but he can build an extremely dangerous passing game. Wallace could perform like a top 5 fantasy WR again in this offense. |
Mike Wallace player page
Cardinals | QBs working on fundamentals Wed May 23, 10:36 AM
The Arizona Cardinals believe a full offseason of work under new quarterbacks coach John McNulty will mean improved play from QBs Kevin Kolb and John Skelton. The quarterbacks have been working on improving their fundamentals so that when a play breaks down, the fundamentals don't. Last season, Skelton had a tendency to not move his feet when he had to go to a second option. Sometimes the pass got there, sometimes it didn't. In the same situations, Kolb would just start moving, rather than adjust his feet to throw to a secondary target. 'If you get out of rhythm with your feet,' McNulty said, 'then the whole thing is broken down. You may end up moving, getting out of the way and making a play, but as far as what the play is supposed to be, it's been lost and you're playing catch-up. More times than not, bad things happen.'
| Our view: According to head coach Ken Whisenhunt there is no frontrunner in the competition for the starting QB job. Some expect Kevin Kolb to be the starter, but don't discount John Skelton. He looked good in relief of Kolb last year and has a much stronger arm. That arm strength can really be shown off with WRs like Larry Fitzgerald and first-round pick Michael Floyd. |
Kevin Kolb player page
John Skelton player page
Packers | Clay Matthews changes sides Wed May 23, 10:24 AM
Green Bay Packers LB Clay Matthews has moved from left to right outside linebacker to make way for LB Nick Perry. The team, however, plans to move Matthews around more than ever this season. 'I hope so. That's the plan,' Matthews said. 'It's all about mismatches and preferable lineups. Whenever we can take advantage of that, playing on the right side, left side, middle, wherever you want me to play, we're all about that, so I hope that's the case.'
| Our view: Perry and Matthews will have one priority this year - get after the QB. The pass rushing duo could be very problematic for opponents. |
Clay Matthews player page
Rams | Ovie Mughelli visiting Wed May 23, 10:16 AM
Free-agent FB Ovie Mughelli (Falcons) is visiting the St. Louis Rams Wednesday, May 23.
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Colts | Jerry Brown signed Wed May 23, 09:57 AM
The Indianapolis Colts announced Wednesday, May 23, they have signed street free-agent LB Jerry Brown. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Colts | Brandon Peguese waived Wed May 23, 09:56 AM
The Indianapolis Colts announced Wednesday, May 23, they have waived LB Brandon Peguese.
Raiders | Miles Burris to play OLB Wed May 23, 09:52 AM
Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen said LB Miles Burris will be playing outside linebacker for the team initially.
Link to story Raiders | Want Rolando McClain to improve in coverage Wed May 23, 09:46 AM
Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen said LB Rolando McClain has to improve in pass coverage. 'I think really just in general, I think some of the coverage aspect, are places he needs to work,' Allen said. 'I think he's done a real good job from a leadership standpoint. I think he's very instinctive. He's smart out there. He's taken command of the huddle. Those things I've been pleased with. Physically, I think as you look at him, I think what he needs to improve on, and he knows this, is a little bit of the pass coverage aspect.'
Link to storyRolando McClain player page
Raiders | Darren McFadden looks healthy in workouts Wed May 23, 09:39 AM
Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden (foot) has showed no lingering effects during offseason workouts from the foot injury that forced him to miss the final nine games last season.
| Our view: Great news for the Raiders here. McFadden showed off his trademark speed in camp and if healthy could finish the season as a top 5 fantasy RB. He's one of the best in the league and a threat to score every time he touches the ball. However, injuries have kept him from playing a full 16 games in every year he's been pro. |
Darren McFadden player page
NFL | Brodie Croyle retires Wed May 23, 09:32 AM
Free-agent QB Brodie Croyle (Chiefs) has retired from the National Football League.
| Our view: Croyle was once seen as the QB of the future for the Chiefs but failed to stay healthy and make an impression during his time in the pros. |
Brodie Croyle player page
Browns | Colt McCoy wants fair shot at QB job Wed May 23, 09:26 AM
Cleveland Browns QB Colt McCoy said he hopes for a full and fair chance to compete for the team's starting quarterback job, even though QB Brandon Weeden appears to be the favorite. 'This is the card that's been dealt,' McCoy said regarding his status. 'I can just say that I'm working as hard as I can. You never know what to expect. One of my favorite quotes by the NAVY Seals is, 'The only easy day was yesterday.' That's just kind of how I have to live right now.'
| Our view: The Browns have said they won't hand the starting job to rookie Brandon Weeden and have essentially proclaimed "may the best man win." However, in the same breath GM Tom Heckert has declared that he believes Weeden is the better man. This will be a competition in training camp, but unless Weeden is absolutely terrible he will be the starter in week 1. |
Colt McCoy player page
Raiders | Ron Bartell will not wear leg pads Wed May 23, 09:23 AM
Oakland Raiders CB Ron Bartell is one of many NFL players who doesn't wear knee and thigh pads and doesn't like the NFL's plan to make them mandatory starting in 2013. Bartell is saving up some money now to pay whatever fines he gets for refusing to wear the pads a year from now. 'Personally, I won't be wearing them,' Bartell said. 'So I'd better put some fine money away.'
| Our view: Tough talk now, but fines could have a way of changing his actions. |
Eagles | Brandon Graham says he's been a bust Wed May 23, 09:18 AM
Philadelphia Eagles DL Brandon Graham acknowledges that he's been a bust after knee injuries limited him to 16 games over his first two seasons; however, he plans to use that as motivation heading into the 2012 season. 'Right now, I'm a bust, so I'm going to deal with that,' Graham said. 'I'm a bust, and I'm going to keep being a bust. Even when I make plays, I'm going to still act like I'm a bust. You know what I'm saying?'
| Our view: Nice for Graham to tell it like it is here. He's gotten himself into tip top shape as he attempts to play up to his potential this year. Graham will battle with rookie Vinny Curry in training camp for playing time. |
Brandon Graham player page
Chargers | Quentin Jammer not a fan of leg pads Wed May 23, 09:11 AM
San Diego Chargers CB Quentin Jammer is not a fan of the NFL's future policy requiring all players to wear padding on their legs and believes many players will not wear the extra equipment. 'There'll probably be a lot of fines in 2013,' Jammer said about the year that the rule is expected to go into effect. 'A lot of guys won't wear them.'
| Our view: He'll get over it. |
Quentin Jammer player page
Dolphins | Not interested in Plaxico Burress Wed May 23, 09:08 AM
The Miami Dolphins have not shown any interest in free-agent WR Plaxico Burress (Jets), even though Burress would love to work out for the team.
| Our view: Burress has failed to draw much interest as a free agent, and may have to wait until injuries hit in training camp before he gets a phone call. |
Plaxico Burress player page
Vikings | Rhett Ellison signs Wed May 23, 09:02 AM
The Minnesota Vikings have signed fourth-round draft pick TE Rhett Ellison to a four-year contract worth $2.4 million with a $300,000 signing bonus.
| Our view: Ellison has little fantasy value, but is position versatile and should line up as H-Back, Fullback, and Tight End for the Vikings. |
Lions | Stephen Tulloch injury update Wed May 23, 08:57 AM
Detroit Lions LB Stephen Tulloch (knee) said the knee tendonitis that will keep him out of workouts until the end of May wouldn't have caused him to miss regular-season practices or games. Tulloch confirmed that he's received an injection to help the tendonitis heal, but he insists the condition will have no longterm effects. 'The whole knee is structurally fine,' Tulloch said. 'I just wanted to take precautions when it comes to (rehab), so I can give 100 percent during the regular season.'
Link to storyStephen Tulloch player page
Ravens | Joe Flacco will attend minicamp Wed May 23, 08:54 AM
Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco, who is looking for a new contract, said that he plans to attend organized team activities and minicamp. 'It's always fun to get back to doing what you love,' Flacco said. 'It's good for the young guys. I think every little bit helps.'
| Our view: Flacco believes he should be paid like a top 5 QB but so far the Ravens aren't set to offer that kind of money. He's entering the final year of his rookie contract and the two sides should keep communication lines open for the rest of the offseason. |
Joe Flacco player page
Dolphins | Joe Philbin says QB will be his decision Wed May 23, 08:29 AM
Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin said he will decide who starts at quarterback for the team following comments made by owner Stephen Ross, who suggested QB Matt Moore will start. 'I know he's the owner, but he might not sign my check, the treasurer does,' Philbin said. 'But last time I checked, he's on board. We've been very up front with him, that we want a competitive situation at that position.'
| Our view: Philbin works well with QBs under his guidance. Moore has a skill set similar to Matt Flynn who flourished under Philbin's guidance when they were together in Green Bay. The veteran could win the starting job to begin the season but rookie Ryan Tannehill is the QB of the future and may get plugged in sooner rather than later. |
Matt Moore player page
Bears | Brian Urlacher injury update Wed May 23, 08:17 AM
Chicago Bears LB Brian Urlacher (knee) did not take part in organized team activities Tuesday, May 22, but he is expected to be completely healthy when training camp opens.
Link to storyBrian Urlacher player page
Raiders | Michael Mitchell injury update Wed May 23, 08:15 AM
Oakland Raiders SS Michael Mitchell (knee) remains sidelined during organized team activities following knee surgery and likely won't practice until training camp.
Link to story Raiders | Rolando McClain issues apology Wed May 23, 08:08 AM
Oakland Raiders LB Rolando McClain apologized Tuesday, May 22, for bringing bad publicity to the team following his recent conviction in Alabama for assault and other charges stemming for allegedly threatening to kill a man and firing a gun next to his head. McClain was convicted last week of third-degree assault, menacing, reckless endangerment and discharging a firearm in the city limits last week and sentenced him to 180 days in jail. McClain is out on bail and rejoined the Raiders this week at the team's offseason workouts. 'I apologize for the bad publicity that has been put out there,' McClain said. 'It is a legal process so I can't talk much about it but I think in due time if the Raiders and the Raiders fans that are out there, we'll all see, it will all come to an end and it is what it is. I can't really talk much about it, but it will be resolved in the near future.'
| Our view: McClain is in danger of getting disciplined by the league because of his 180-day jail sentence. He's appealing the conviction and Raiders coach Dennis Allen has said he would let the legal system take it's course before dealing with McClain at the team level. |
Rolando McClain player page
Cowboys | Owner says Super Bowl window closing Wed May 23, 07:42 AM
Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones is concerned that his current roster's window to contend for a Super Bowl title is closing. 'Well, my window is getting shorter. Time goes by,' Jones said. 'I do feel real pressure because we do have players not only in (quarterback) Tony Romo, but (tight end) Jason Witten (and outside linebacker) DeMarcus Ware, to leave out several that are (also) in the prime of their career. And we need to strike and strike soon with those guys ... Candidly, you're looking through rose-colored glasses if we all don't realize that now is the time to compete on the field.'
| Our view: Jones is right. The window is closing for this current incarnation to find a way to get a ring. It's especially a make or break year for QB Tony Romo. He's being more vocal this offseason and is taking on a bigger leadership role. |
Dolphins | Lamar Miller likely to be used in slot Wed May 23, 02:20 AM
Miami Dolphins RB Lamar Miller is likely to see plenty of time in the slot. Miller was particularly impressive at organized team activities (OTAs).
| Our view: Miller has wowed those in attendance for OTAs with this speed and elusiveness. He was one of the best pass catching RBs in this draft class and will be used in a number of different ways. Miller is currently behind Reggie Bush and Daniel Thomas on the depth chart. |
Dolphins | Artis Hicks buried down depth chart Wed May 23, 02:19 AM
Miami Dolphins OT Artis Hicks said Tuesday, May 22, that he is playing tackle exclusively, and he is behind OT Jake Long and OT Lydon Murtha.
Link to story Dolphins | Ryan Tannehill mainly works with backups Wed May 23, 02:18 AM
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill worked mainly with the backups in practice Tuesday, May 22, during organized team activities (OTAs).
| Our view: Veterans Matt Moore and David Garrard split the first-team reps. The QB competition is open, and Tannehill already knows the offense as it's the same one he ran in college. Moore may begin the season as the starter, but don't be surprised if Tannehill takes over sooner rather than later. |
David Garrard player page
Matt Moore player page
Chiefs | Kendrick Lewis slow to return Wed May 23, 02:18 AM
Kansas City Chiefs FS Kendrick Lewis (shoulder) has been slow to return from offseason surgery to repair a torn pectoral muscle. He is uncertain if he will be ready for training camp.
Link to storyKendrick Lewis player page