CAR - Cam Newton to report early
Source: Charlotte Observer - Joseph Person
Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton will be reporting to training camp with the rookies so he can start getting his timing down with new wide receivers.
MIN - RB Toby Gerhart preparing to be Week 1 starter
Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero
Minnesota Vikings RB Toby Gerhart said he is preparing as if he will be the starting running back Week 1 but is not ruling out the possibility that RB Adrian Peterson (knee) will be ready for the start of the regular season.
SEA - Robert Turbin to start?
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
If Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch is suspended for his recent off-field legal issues, the presumptive starter is rookie RB Robert Turbin. The Utah State demonstrated some toughness in spring workouts, but he is obviously untested in regular season play.
IND - Some WRs work out with new QB
Source: The Indianapolis Star - James Oldham
Indianapolis Colts WRs Reggie Wayne, Donnie Avery and Griff Whalen recently worked out with QB Andrew Luck in Florida. Wayne said it will take time for he and Luck to build chemistry on the field but expects training camp to help their connection.
SEA - RB situation affects QBs
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The potential suspension for Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch for his off-field conduct has a trickle-down impact on the team's quarterback position. While the potential absence of Lynch won't make a difference in the competition between QBs Matt Flynn and Tarvaris Jackson, the performance at the position might suffer.
BAL - Serious about negotiations with QB Joe Flacco
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The agent for Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco has carried on an amicable dialogue with Ravens vice president Pat Moriarty regarding an extension for months now. Some feel a deal might be close, and could even come before the open of training camp Friday, July 27. However, Flacco's agent wasn't so sure. 'It could get done (Friday). It could get done on Halloween. It could get done three years from now,' the agent said. 'But I will say this: They're serious.'
MIA - Daniel Thomas may be pushed for No. 2 RB job
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins RB Daniel Thomas may be pushed by RBs Lamar Miller and Steve Slaton for the No. 2 running back job if he is not able to improve on his 3.5 yards per carry and his yards after contact which ranked fifth worst among NFL running backs last season.
MIA - WR Chad Ochocinco expected to make roster
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins WR Chad Ochocinco is expected to make the final roster unless he has trouble learning the offense during training camp.
NE - Jeremy Ebert's injury not considered serious
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss
New England Patriots WR Jeremy Ebert's (leg) leg injury is not considered serious but his chance for a spot on the roster would be affected greatly if he misses time during training camp.
PIT - Two rookie starters along offensive line?
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The plan is for the Pittsburgh Steelers to use two rookies, OG David DeCastro and OT Mike X. Adams, along the offensive line, starting right away. If they do, they'll have to overcome long odds and, to some extent, history as well. In the past 45 years, just three rookie offensive linemen have started for the Steelers in season openers: OG Tom Ricketts (1999), OT Marvel Smith (2000) and C Maurkice Pouncey (2010).
ARI - Trio of RBs to likely get long look
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
With Arizona Cardinals RBs Beanie Wells (knee) and Ryan Williams (knee) likely to see limited touches during the preseason, RBs Javarris James, LaRod Stephens-Howling andAlfonso Smith are likely to see an extended look during training camp and the preseason. James is considered a long shot to make the team, while Stephens-Howling and Smith will both have a role with the team.
ARI - Likely to be careful with top two RBs
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
Arizona Cardinals RBs Beanie Wells (knee) and Ryan Williams (knee) are an important part of the success of the team's offseason, but the team is likely to be very careful with both during the preseason so nothing delays their regular season work.
ARI - Battle for No. 3 QB job
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
The Arizona Cardinals not only have a battle for the No. 1 quarterback job between QBs Kevin Kolb and John Skelton, but veteran QB Richard Bartel is trying to hold off QB Ryan Lindley for the third quarterback job during training camp and the preseason.
SEA - No progress in talks with DE Chris Clemons
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The Seattle Seahawks have not made progress in contract talks with DE Chris Clemons. It is not known if Clemons will report to training camp on time.
ARI - DT Dan Williams expected to be starter at NT
Source: The Arizona Republic - Kent Somers
Arizona Cardinals DT Dan Williams is expected to win the starting nose tackle job as long as he is in shape during training camp. He appears to be recovered from the broken arm he suffered last season.
DET - CB Aaron Berry arrested for second time
Source: ESPN.com
Detroit Lions CB Aaron Berry was arrested Saturday, July 21, and charged with three counts of simple assault. **UPDATE** Aaron Berry was released by the Lions.
CIN - Taylor Mays has leg up for starting job
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - Joe Reedy
Cincinnati Bengals SS Taylor Mays enters training camp as the favorite for the starting job at strong safety, although head coach Marvin Lewis said last week that the job is wide open. Mays has familiarity with the playbook, and worked with coaches during the offseason. It's likely Mays opens alongside FS Reggie Nelson in Week 1.
CIN - Wait and see with CB Leon Hall
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - Joe Reedy
Cincinnati Bengals CB Leon Hall (Achilles') said during minicamp that he wanted to be ready for the first practice of training camp. However, head coach Marvin Lewis said the club is taking more of a wait-and-see approach.
Source: Charlotte Observer - Joseph Person
Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton will be reporting to training camp with the rookies so he can start getting his timing down with new wide receivers.
MIN - RB Toby Gerhart preparing to be Week 1 starter
Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero
Minnesota Vikings RB Toby Gerhart said he is preparing as if he will be the starting running back Week 1 but is not ruling out the possibility that RB Adrian Peterson (knee) will be ready for the start of the regular season.
SEA - Robert Turbin to start?
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
If Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch is suspended for his recent off-field legal issues, the presumptive starter is rookie RB Robert Turbin. The Utah State demonstrated some toughness in spring workouts, but he is obviously untested in regular season play.
IND - Some WRs work out with new QB
Source: The Indianapolis Star - James Oldham
Indianapolis Colts WRs Reggie Wayne, Donnie Avery and Griff Whalen recently worked out with QB Andrew Luck in Florida. Wayne said it will take time for he and Luck to build chemistry on the field but expects training camp to help their connection.
SEA - RB situation affects QBs
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The potential suspension for Seattle Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch for his off-field conduct has a trickle-down impact on the team's quarterback position. While the potential absence of Lynch won't make a difference in the competition between QBs Matt Flynn and Tarvaris Jackson, the performance at the position might suffer.
BAL - Serious about negotiations with QB Joe Flacco
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The agent for Baltimore Ravens QB Joe Flacco has carried on an amicable dialogue with Ravens vice president Pat Moriarty regarding an extension for months now. Some feel a deal might be close, and could even come before the open of training camp Friday, July 27. However, Flacco's agent wasn't so sure. 'It could get done (Friday). It could get done on Halloween. It could get done three years from now,' the agent said. 'But I will say this: They're serious.'
MIA - Daniel Thomas may be pushed for No. 2 RB job
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins RB Daniel Thomas may be pushed by RBs Lamar Miller and Steve Slaton for the No. 2 running back job if he is not able to improve on his 3.5 yards per carry and his yards after contact which ranked fifth worst among NFL running backs last season.
MIA - WR Chad Ochocinco expected to make roster
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins WR Chad Ochocinco is expected to make the final roster unless he has trouble learning the offense during training camp.
NE - Jeremy Ebert's injury not considered serious
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss
New England Patriots WR Jeremy Ebert's (leg) leg injury is not considered serious but his chance for a spot on the roster would be affected greatly if he misses time during training camp.
PIT - Two rookie starters along offensive line?
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The plan is for the Pittsburgh Steelers to use two rookies, OG David DeCastro and OT Mike X. Adams, along the offensive line, starting right away. If they do, they'll have to overcome long odds and, to some extent, history as well. In the past 45 years, just three rookie offensive linemen have started for the Steelers in season openers: OG Tom Ricketts (1999), OT Marvel Smith (2000) and C Maurkice Pouncey (2010).
ARI - Trio of RBs to likely get long look
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
With Arizona Cardinals RBs Beanie Wells (knee) and Ryan Williams (knee) likely to see limited touches during the preseason, RBs Javarris James, LaRod Stephens-Howling andAlfonso Smith are likely to see an extended look during training camp and the preseason. James is considered a long shot to make the team, while Stephens-Howling and Smith will both have a role with the team.
ARI - Likely to be careful with top two RBs
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
Arizona Cardinals RBs Beanie Wells (knee) and Ryan Williams (knee) are an important part of the success of the team's offseason, but the team is likely to be very careful with both during the preseason so nothing delays their regular season work.
ARI - Battle for No. 3 QB job
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
The Arizona Cardinals not only have a battle for the No. 1 quarterback job between QBs Kevin Kolb and John Skelton, but veteran QB Richard Bartel is trying to hold off QB Ryan Lindley for the third quarterback job during training camp and the preseason.
SEA - No progress in talks with DE Chris Clemons
Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli
The Seattle Seahawks have not made progress in contract talks with DE Chris Clemons. It is not known if Clemons will report to training camp on time.
ARI - DT Dan Williams expected to be starter at NT
Source: The Arizona Republic - Kent Somers
Arizona Cardinals DT Dan Williams is expected to win the starting nose tackle job as long as he is in shape during training camp. He appears to be recovered from the broken arm he suffered last season.
DET - CB Aaron Berry arrested for second time
Source: ESPN.com
Detroit Lions CB Aaron Berry was arrested Saturday, July 21, and charged with three counts of simple assault. **UPDATE** Aaron Berry was released by the Lions.
CIN - Taylor Mays has leg up for starting job
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - Joe Reedy
Cincinnati Bengals SS Taylor Mays enters training camp as the favorite for the starting job at strong safety, although head coach Marvin Lewis said last week that the job is wide open. Mays has familiarity with the playbook, and worked with coaches during the offseason. It's likely Mays opens alongside FS Reggie Nelson in Week 1.
CIN - Wait and see with CB Leon Hall
Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - Joe Reedy
Cincinnati Bengals CB Leon Hall (Achilles') said during minicamp that he wanted to be ready for the first practice of training camp. However, head coach Marvin Lewis said the club is taking more of a wait-and-see approach.