ATL - Coach explains possible drop in carries for RB Michael Turner
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter
Atlanta Falcons running backs coach Gerald Brown said the team considered reducing the number of carries RB Michael Turnerreceives per game because they want him to stay strong throughout the season.
DEN - PK Matt Prater agrees to long-term contract
Source: DenverBroncos.com - Stuart Zaas
The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms with franchise free-agent PK Matt Prater on a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
CHI - RB Matt Forte says he is in great shape
Source: ESPNChicago.com - Jon Greenburg
Chicago Bears franchise free-agent RB Matt Forte said he is the healthiest he has been in a while because sitting out the last four games of the season allowed him to heal injuries other than his knee injury. 'I've been lifting a little harder this offseason and running more,' Forte said. 'Just because I was able to heal a lot earlier having to sit out the last four games and having that time, and I was able to heal from the other injuries.'
CHI - Deal with RB Matt Forte expected by July 16
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
A deal between the Chicago Bears and RB Matt Forte is expected to get done by July 16. Forte said over the weekend that he will play this season, and will not sit out the regular season.
KC - WR Dwayne Bowe not expected to hold out
Source: ESPN.com - Bill Williamson
Kansas City Chiefs franchise free-agent WR Dwayne Bowe has not given any indication that he will hold out during the season even though he has not signed his franchise tender at this point and did not participate in any offseason workouts.
NYG - WR Domenik Hixon may be favorite for No. 3 WR job
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano
New York Giants WR Domenik Hixon may enter training camp as the favorite for the No. 3 wide receiver job over WRs Rueben Randle,Ramses Barden and Jerrel Jernigan.
GB - Expected to keep two QBs
Source: ESPNMilwaukee.com - Jason Wilde
The Green Bay Packers are expected to keep only two quarterbacks on their final roster unless QB B.J. Coleman has a very impressive preseason.
MIA - Ryan Tannehill has shown flashes in workouts
Source: NFL.com
Miami Dolphins WR Brian Hartline said QB Ryan Tannehill has shown flashes during offseason workouts, adding Tannehill has a presence about him. 'He definitely has a presence,' Hartline said of Tannehill. 'Which is great. He's a guy that he knows what he wants, he knows the offense. I think that definitely helps him a lot ... For me, I feel like the first couple of weeks, you hope to see flashes. Because you've got to have something there, and there's no doubt in my mind that I saw flashes. The ball coming out of his hand is good, is great. His timing is really good. On a couple of routes, you can tell he's really comfortable. He can plant that foot and release without any gather step, so there's definitely some flashes.'
MIA - Ryan Tannehill not expected to start
Source: Palm Beach Post - Brian Biggane
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill is not in the running to start right now due to his untimely mistakes, particularly when throwing into traffic. Head coach Joe Philbin has made it clear that turnovers will not be tolerated, so for the time being Tannehill will continue to work as the No. 3 quarterback.
OAK - Juron Criner a starting WR?
Source: SportingNews.com
Oakland Raiders WR Juron Criner, who was impressive during offseason workouts, could potentially challenge starting WRs Denarius Moore or Darrius Heyward-Bey if they struggle.
GB - Three expected to be in running for No. 3 WR job
Source: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert
Green Bay Packers WRs James Jones, Randall Cobb and Donald Driver are candidates to become the No. 3 wide receiver during training camp.
SEA - Mike Williams could be on roster bubble
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Sando
Seattle Seahawks WR Mike X. Williams could be on the roster bubble during training camp if he is outperformed by WR Kris Durhamduring training camp.
CLE - Trent Richardson waiting to sign
Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich
Cleveland Browns RB Trent Richardson said he's waiting for the top two overall draft picks - Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck and Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III - to sign before completing his deal. 'For me, I think I'm really just waiting on one and two to get done,' Richardson said. 'Then when the big guys get done, I can sign.'
CLE - Brandon Weeden eager to sign a deal
Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich
Cleveland Browns QB Brandon Weeden said he is hoping to get a deal done prior to training camp. When asked for an update about the status of his contract, Weeden replied, 'What's the politically correct answer here? I wish it was done, but I don't know. It'll get done. We're working. It takes two sides, though.'
SF - TE Vernon Davis feels team is Super Bowl material
Source: The Boston Globe - Greg A. Bedard
San Francisco 49ers TE Vernon Davis feels the team is a Super Bowl contender, and he isn't afraid to voice his opinion. 'I don't want to sound too cocky, but I think we have the potential,' Davis said. 'I think we have a lot of potential and I'm not wrong for saying that because of the talent we have. I can't that we're going to win the Super Bowl. All I can say is that I strongly believe that we have the team to get to that point. It makes me excited because I know what we have going forward.'
DAL - Could show interest in Josh Gordon
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Calvin Watkins
The Dallas Cowboys could consider taking Baylor WR Josh Gordon in the 2012 NFL supplemental draft.
NFL - Josh Gordon to enter supplemental draft
Source: thesidelineview.com - Adam Caplan
Baylor WR Josh Gordon will enter the 2012 NFL supplemental draft.
MIA - RB Steve Slaton expected to be on bubble
Source: ProFootballWeekly.com
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton is expected to be on the roster bubble during training camp. He may compete with RBs Marcus Thigpen, Jonas Gray and Jerome Messam for the No. 4 running back job.
CHI - Gabe Carimi confident in knee
Source: ProFootballWeekly.com
Chicago Bears OT Gabe Carimi (knee) did not do a lot during offseason workouts but is confident that his knee is strong enough to participate in training camp.
ARI - TE Todd Heap does not appear to be cut candidate
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Sando
Arizona Cardinals TE Todd Heap does not appear to be in danger of being released during training camp unless he is unable to stay healthy. Heap is scheduled to make $2 million this season.
ARI - Like WR Andre Roberts in slot
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Sando
The Arizona Cardinals believe WR Andre Roberts is ideally suited to be a slot receiver. Roberts likely will play there this season with WR Michael Floyd playing on the outside.
TB - Two competing for backup QB job
Source: Buccaneers.com
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Dan Orlovsky and Brett Ratliff will compete for the primary backup quarterback job during training camp. The team likely will decide whether to keep two or three quarterbacks on their final roster based on how Orlovsky and Ratliff perform.
PIT - RB Jonathan Dwyer dropping weight
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Mark Kaboly
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jonathan Dwyer has lost 20 pounds from his high of 240 pounds and is in better shape. Dwyer is ready to play a significant part in the team's offense this upcoming season. 'I am just realizing how much it takes to get where you are in this league and how hard you have to work and push yourself,' Dwyer said. 'This is my year to prove something to myself, the league, to the organization, that I am worth more than what I was.
TEN - Have big plans for Taylor Thompson
Source: SportingNews.com
Tennessee Titans TE Taylor Thompson was impressive throughout the team's offseason workouts. According to sources, Thompson showed elite athleticism similar to New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski. The Titans believe Thompson could become a dynamic offensive player and be special in the long term if he continues to develop.
NE - QB Brian Hoyer, Ryan Mallett to be showcased Aug. 20?
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss
The New England Patriots might consider turning over the second preseason game to QBs Brian Hoyer and Ryan Mallett for the preseason game Aug. 20 against the Philadelphia Eagles. It is a nationally-televised game, which would give the team a chance to show the rest of the NFL what they have and to generate some interest in Hoyer or Mallett for a possible deal.
CLE - QB Colt McCoy could become distraction
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns QB Colt McCoy is more likely to be traded because he is popular in the locker room, and he has plenty of fan support as well. If QB Brandon Weeden struggles early on, it could create fan controversy for those calling for the backup.
DAL - Bruce Carter's performance may determine starter at ILB
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano
Dallas Cowboys LB Bruce Carter will be competing with LB Dan Connor for the one of the starting inside linebacker job but his performance during the preseason may have more importance in the competition than Connor's performance.
SF - Return all 11 starters on defense
Source: The Boston Globe - Greg A. Bedard
The San Francisco 49ers return all 11 starters on defense, and DL Justin Smith is excited to get going. 'The mindset I've kind of been spreading to the guys is, your team isn't always going to be stacked, we're not going to be able to keep this team together forever,' Smith said. 'So let's go out and try to hammer this thing home.
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter
Atlanta Falcons running backs coach Gerald Brown said the team considered reducing the number of carries RB Michael Turnerreceives per game because they want him to stay strong throughout the season.
DEN - PK Matt Prater agrees to long-term contract
Source: DenverBroncos.com - Stuart Zaas
The Denver Broncos have agreed to terms with franchise free-agent PK Matt Prater on a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
CHI - RB Matt Forte says he is in great shape
Source: ESPNChicago.com - Jon Greenburg
Chicago Bears franchise free-agent RB Matt Forte said he is the healthiest he has been in a while because sitting out the last four games of the season allowed him to heal injuries other than his knee injury. 'I've been lifting a little harder this offseason and running more,' Forte said. 'Just because I was able to heal a lot earlier having to sit out the last four games and having that time, and I was able to heal from the other injuries.'
CHI - Deal with RB Matt Forte expected by July 16
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
A deal between the Chicago Bears and RB Matt Forte is expected to get done by July 16. Forte said over the weekend that he will play this season, and will not sit out the regular season.
KC - WR Dwayne Bowe not expected to hold out
Source: ESPN.com - Bill Williamson
Kansas City Chiefs franchise free-agent WR Dwayne Bowe has not given any indication that he will hold out during the season even though he has not signed his franchise tender at this point and did not participate in any offseason workouts.
NYG - WR Domenik Hixon may be favorite for No. 3 WR job
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano
New York Giants WR Domenik Hixon may enter training camp as the favorite for the No. 3 wide receiver job over WRs Rueben Randle,Ramses Barden and Jerrel Jernigan.
GB - Expected to keep two QBs
Source: ESPNMilwaukee.com - Jason Wilde
The Green Bay Packers are expected to keep only two quarterbacks on their final roster unless QB B.J. Coleman has a very impressive preseason.
MIA - Ryan Tannehill has shown flashes in workouts
Source: NFL.com
Miami Dolphins WR Brian Hartline said QB Ryan Tannehill has shown flashes during offseason workouts, adding Tannehill has a presence about him. 'He definitely has a presence,' Hartline said of Tannehill. 'Which is great. He's a guy that he knows what he wants, he knows the offense. I think that definitely helps him a lot ... For me, I feel like the first couple of weeks, you hope to see flashes. Because you've got to have something there, and there's no doubt in my mind that I saw flashes. The ball coming out of his hand is good, is great. His timing is really good. On a couple of routes, you can tell he's really comfortable. He can plant that foot and release without any gather step, so there's definitely some flashes.'
MIA - Ryan Tannehill not expected to start
Source: Palm Beach Post - Brian Biggane
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill is not in the running to start right now due to his untimely mistakes, particularly when throwing into traffic. Head coach Joe Philbin has made it clear that turnovers will not be tolerated, so for the time being Tannehill will continue to work as the No. 3 quarterback.
OAK - Juron Criner a starting WR?
Source: SportingNews.com
Oakland Raiders WR Juron Criner, who was impressive during offseason workouts, could potentially challenge starting WRs Denarius Moore or Darrius Heyward-Bey if they struggle.
GB - Three expected to be in running for No. 3 WR job
Source: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert
Green Bay Packers WRs James Jones, Randall Cobb and Donald Driver are candidates to become the No. 3 wide receiver during training camp.
SEA - Mike Williams could be on roster bubble
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Sando
Seattle Seahawks WR Mike X. Williams could be on the roster bubble during training camp if he is outperformed by WR Kris Durhamduring training camp.
CLE - Trent Richardson waiting to sign
Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich
Cleveland Browns RB Trent Richardson said he's waiting for the top two overall draft picks - Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck and Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III - to sign before completing his deal. 'For me, I think I'm really just waiting on one and two to get done,' Richardson said. 'Then when the big guys get done, I can sign.'
CLE - Brandon Weeden eager to sign a deal
Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich
Cleveland Browns QB Brandon Weeden said he is hoping to get a deal done prior to training camp. When asked for an update about the status of his contract, Weeden replied, 'What's the politically correct answer here? I wish it was done, but I don't know. It'll get done. We're working. It takes two sides, though.'
SF - TE Vernon Davis feels team is Super Bowl material
Source: The Boston Globe - Greg A. Bedard
San Francisco 49ers TE Vernon Davis feels the team is a Super Bowl contender, and he isn't afraid to voice his opinion. 'I don't want to sound too cocky, but I think we have the potential,' Davis said. 'I think we have a lot of potential and I'm not wrong for saying that because of the talent we have. I can't that we're going to win the Super Bowl. All I can say is that I strongly believe that we have the team to get to that point. It makes me excited because I know what we have going forward.'
DAL - Could show interest in Josh Gordon
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Calvin Watkins
The Dallas Cowboys could consider taking Baylor WR Josh Gordon in the 2012 NFL supplemental draft.
NFL - Josh Gordon to enter supplemental draft
Source: thesidelineview.com - Adam Caplan
Baylor WR Josh Gordon will enter the 2012 NFL supplemental draft.
MIA - RB Steve Slaton expected to be on bubble
Source: ProFootballWeekly.com
Miami Dolphins RB Steve Slaton is expected to be on the roster bubble during training camp. He may compete with RBs Marcus Thigpen, Jonas Gray and Jerome Messam for the No. 4 running back job.
CHI - Gabe Carimi confident in knee
Source: ProFootballWeekly.com
Chicago Bears OT Gabe Carimi (knee) did not do a lot during offseason workouts but is confident that his knee is strong enough to participate in training camp.
ARI - TE Todd Heap does not appear to be cut candidate
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Sando
Arizona Cardinals TE Todd Heap does not appear to be in danger of being released during training camp unless he is unable to stay healthy. Heap is scheduled to make $2 million this season.
ARI - Like WR Andre Roberts in slot
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Sando
The Arizona Cardinals believe WR Andre Roberts is ideally suited to be a slot receiver. Roberts likely will play there this season with WR Michael Floyd playing on the outside.
TB - Two competing for backup QB job
Source: Buccaneers.com
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Dan Orlovsky and Brett Ratliff will compete for the primary backup quarterback job during training camp. The team likely will decide whether to keep two or three quarterbacks on their final roster based on how Orlovsky and Ratliff perform.
PIT - RB Jonathan Dwyer dropping weight
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Mark Kaboly
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jonathan Dwyer has lost 20 pounds from his high of 240 pounds and is in better shape. Dwyer is ready to play a significant part in the team's offense this upcoming season. 'I am just realizing how much it takes to get where you are in this league and how hard you have to work and push yourself,' Dwyer said. 'This is my year to prove something to myself, the league, to the organization, that I am worth more than what I was.
TEN - Have big plans for Taylor Thompson
Source: SportingNews.com
Tennessee Titans TE Taylor Thompson was impressive throughout the team's offseason workouts. According to sources, Thompson showed elite athleticism similar to New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski. The Titans believe Thompson could become a dynamic offensive player and be special in the long term if he continues to develop.
NE - QB Brian Hoyer, Ryan Mallett to be showcased Aug. 20?
Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss
The New England Patriots might consider turning over the second preseason game to QBs Brian Hoyer and Ryan Mallett for the preseason game Aug. 20 against the Philadelphia Eagles. It is a nationally-televised game, which would give the team a chance to show the rest of the NFL what they have and to generate some interest in Hoyer or Mallett for a possible deal.
CLE - QB Colt McCoy could become distraction
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns QB Colt McCoy is more likely to be traded because he is popular in the locker room, and he has plenty of fan support as well. If QB Brandon Weeden struggles early on, it could create fan controversy for those calling for the backup.
DAL - Bruce Carter's performance may determine starter at ILB
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano
Dallas Cowboys LB Bruce Carter will be competing with LB Dan Connor for the one of the starting inside linebacker job but his performance during the preseason may have more importance in the competition than Connor's performance.
SF - Return all 11 starters on defense
Source: The Boston Globe - Greg A. Bedard
The San Francisco 49ers return all 11 starters on defense, and DL Justin Smith is excited to get going. 'The mindset I've kind of been spreading to the guys is, your team isn't always going to be stacked, we're not going to be able to keep this team together forever,' Smith said. 'So let's go out and try to hammer this thing home.
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