In this edition of C'mon Son, we want to take a look at the Cleveland Browns. What can you say about the Browns? ALOT! My father(who is from and lives in Ohio) refers to the Browns as "The mistake by the lake". Let's take a trip down memory lane. In the 70's, the Browns traded Paul Warfield to the Dolphins for a draft pick and of course he went on to win 2 Superbowl's. C'mon Son!

Art Modell, the former owner of the Browns moved the team to Baltimore in 1996. The Browns were activated again 1999 but the Baltimore Ravens(the old Browns) won the Superbowl in 2000! C'mon Son!

Fast forward to this year. After the 2011 season, the Browns had the 4th and 22nd picks in the 2012 NFL draft. There were several holes that needed to be filled (RB, QB, WR, OL, DL, CB, S, Head Coach, Waterboy, Announcer, Janitor, etc.) and the hope was that the mastermind, Holmgren would make it happen. They addressed their RB and QB positions in the 1st round but then it got quirky. I don't want to re-visit the Browns draft analysis but there was a big need at WR. The Browns drafted a kick returner at best. C'mon Son! 

To add insult to injury, there were marquee players available in the free agency but the Browns weren't signing them. Randy Moss (out of football in 2011 but still better than any WR on the Browns roster) stated he wanted to play in Cleveland (yeah I know). The Browns said they are not interested in Plaxico Burress (45 receptions, 612 yards, 8 TD's in 2011)  and now they are not interested in James Jones (38 receptions, 635 yards, 7 TD's in 2011). A big C'mon Son! 

The Browns stated they are happy with their WR duo Greg Little (61 receptions, 709 yards, 2 TD's for 2011) and Mohamed Massaquoi (31 receptions, 384 yards, 2 TD's for 2011). I'm sorry but those TD numbers are not jumping out at me. It takes TD's to win games. C'mon Son!

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TEN - WR Kenny Britt expects to be ready Week 1

Source: The Tennessean - Jim Wyatt

Tennessee Titans WR Kenny Britt (knee) said he expects to be ready to play when the regular season begins.

ATL - RB Michael Turner likely to lose carries

Source: ProFootballTalk.com

Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner has either led the NFL or ranked second in rushing attempts in three of his four seasons with the team; however, he is expected to lose carries in 2012 as the team plans to use a committee approach at the running back position.

MIA - Different role expected for RB Reggie Bush

Source: Palm Beach Post - Dave George

Miami Dolphins RB Reggie Bush will likely return to more of a hybrid role in 2012, where he catches more passes out of the backfield and takes less punishment. 'This offense is perfect for guys like me,' said Bush, who averaged 14.4 carries last season but fewer than three receptions per game. 'It gives us a chance to use our speed and kind of wear down the defense and have them chase us around all day. I think I will be pretty balanced. Hearing them talk, they want to run the ball just as much as they want to throw the ball.'

MIN - RB Adrian Peterson acknowledges work to be done

Source: The Associated Press

Updating previous items, Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson (knee) said there is still much work to be done before he is 100 percent recovered from reconstructive surgery on his left knee. 'I know my body overall, and I know I'm just not there yet,' Peterson said. 'It's not terrible, but I'm not to where I know I need to be.'

MIN - WR Percy Harvin hints he will be at camp

Source: NFL.com - Gregg Rosenthal

Minnesota Vikings WR Percy Harvin indicated on his Twitter page that he will report to training camp and will not hold out.

NE - Have shown interest in RB Sammy Morris

Source: Boston Herald - Jeff Howe

Free-agent RB Sammy Morris (Cowboys) said the New England Patriots have talked to him about the possibility of signing with the team.

MIA - Ryan Tannehill seeing time with first team

Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel - Omar Kelly

Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill took reps with the first-team offense during practice Thursday, June 21.

BUF - WR Donald Jones confident he is No. 2 WR

Source: The Buffalo News - Jay Skurski

Buffalo Bills WR Donald Jones said he is preparing as if he will emerge as the team's No. 2 wide receiver this upcoming season. 'I feel like I have something to prove every season, but definitely this year,' Jones said. '... In my eyes I am the No. 2 receiver. I'll conduct myself in that manner.

BUF - QB Ryan Fitzpatrick secure as No. 1 QB

Source: The Buffalo News

Buffalo Bills QB Ryan Fitzpatrick's job as the team's starting quarterback appears safe as QBs Vince Young and Tyler Thigpen have struggled in offseason practices. Young is considered the favorite for the backup role, although he and Thigpen have had timing issues in the passing game.

ATL - RB committee this season?

Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Daniel Cox

Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith has said running the ball will remain a priority in offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter's system, but it will be on a more by-committee basis. That means RBs Michael Turner, Jacquizz Rodgers and Jason Snelling are all likely to figure in for carries.

CIN - Plan to use running backs committee

Source: Bengals.com - Geoff Hobson

Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden plans to employ a running-back-by-committee. RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis will be teamed with RBs Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard.

TEN - RB Chris Johnson hopes to add a few pounds

Source: The Tennessean - Jim Wyatt

Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson said he currently weighs 200 pounds and hopes to add a few more pounds before the start of the season.

ATL - OC not worried about TE Tony Gonzalez picking up offense

Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter said he is not worried about TE Tony Gonzalez missing minicamp this week because he is a veteran player that will be able to pick up the scheme. 'Tony is one of the greatest tight ends to ever play the game,' Koetter said. 'We are not re-inventing football out here. ... He’s seen it all and done it all. We don’t need to be worried about that. He’ll be fine.' Gonzalez attended a few of the offseason workouts but stayed in California for most of the offseason.

TB - Mike Williams expected to enter camp as starter

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Stephen Holder

Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Williams is expected to enter training camp as the favorite for the No. 2 wide receiver job.

TB - RB LeGarrette Blount working on reducing fumbles

Source: Buccaneers.com

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB LeGarrette Blount has a new way of carrying the football in hopes of reducing fumbles. Blount's new ballcarrying technique is most commonly described as 'high-and-tight.' The ball ends up buried between the forearm, the upper arm and the chest, carried a few degrees off of vertical so that it is against one of the numbers on the player's jersey. Former NFL RB Tiki Barber switched to the technique after a nine-fumble campaign in 2003 and had just nine over the next three seasons combined.

CLE - Unlikely to deal QB Colt McCoy before camp

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

It is highly unlikely that the Cleveland Browns will trade QB Colt McCoy before the starting of training camp. The club likely needs to wait until another team's quarterback suffers an injury, or a team finds it really needs a backup signal caller.

STL - QB Sam Bradford played tentative last season

Source: ProFootballTalk.com

St. Louis Rams QB Sam Bradford did not play with the same confidence in the pocket last season as he did during his rookie campaign, according to former NFL QB and current analyst Ron Jaworski. 'In 2011, Bradford - with very few exceptions - did not look like the same, confident pocket quarterback that I saw as a rookie,' Jaworski said. 'He was tentative in the pocket, a function of both erratic offensive line play and receivers that could not win on the outside. But I was troubled by Bradford's increasing tendency to anticipate the rush. I call that 'Cabin Fever.' And Bradford struggled with that.'

BUF - QB Tyler Thigpen worked as No. 2 QB at practice

Source: The Buffalo News - Mark Gaughan

Buffalo Bills QB Tyler Thigpen worked with the second-team offense during practice Thursday, June 21.

BUF - QB Vince Young having problems picking up offense

Source: The Buffalo News - Tim Graham

Buffalo Bills head coach Chan Gailey said QB Vince Young is having trouble picking up the nuances of the offense because Gailey has added things to the playbook each of the last two seasons. 'It would not have been as hard two years ago, but we are in so much more of an advanced stage now than we were two years ago. He is trying to learn what the base concepts are and how we have advanced to where we are today without the benefit of going through the baby steps,' Gailey said.

DAL - Rob Ryan on the hot seat?

Source: The Dallas Morning News

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Ryan will likely be relieved of his duties if the defense does not show improvement this upcoming season.

MIN - RB Adrian Peterson has been able to cut

Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero

Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson (knee) said he has been able to cut while running without restrictions but still needs to build strength in the knee. Peterson said his goal is to be able to participate in come drills during training camp.

TEN - RB Chris Johnson practicing

Source: The Tennessean - Jim Wyatt

Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson was a practice Wednesday, June 20, after being excused from practice Tuesday, June 19.

MIN - Not interested in trading WR Percy Harvin

Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero

Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman said the team has no interest in trading WR Percy Harvin.

MIN - Concerned WR Percy Harvin can't stay healthy

Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero

The Minnesota Vikings are wary about renegotiating WR Percy Harvin's contract because they do not believe Harvin can stay healthy.

IND - RB Donald Brown a three-down back?

Source: The Indianapolis Star - Phil Richards

Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano said RB Donald Brown is an every down back. The team could use Brown more in 2012. 'Donald is an every down back,' Pagano said. 'He is doing a tremendous job and he is having a fantastic offseason. He understands, especially on third down as far as protections go and all of those things. Nothing is going to be more important than protections.

NO - New deal likely for QB Drew Brees

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

There is a sense around the NFL that the New Orleans Saints will sign franchise free-agent QB Drew Brees to a contract just prior to the July 16 deadline.

TEN - QB Matt Hasselbeck expected to win starting QB job

Source: The Tennessean - David Climer

Tennessee Titans QB Matt Hasselbeck is expected to beat out QB Jake Locker for the team's starting quarterback job this upcoming season. Reports of a true competition between the quarterbacks are exaggerated.

MIA - WR Chad Ochocinco needs to get caught up

Source: NFL.com

Miami Dolphins head coach Joe Philbin acknowledged WR Chad Ochocinco needs to caught up on the team's playbook after signing late in the offseason. 'We teach our offense in nine segments, and he missed seven of them, and that's 78 percent that he missed, so he's behind a little bit,' Philbin said.

ARI - WR Andre Roberts may be favorite for No. 2 WR job

Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban

Arizona Cardinals WR Andre Roberts may be the favorite for the No. 2 wide receiver during training camp because the coaching staff are confident in his playing ability.

MIA - QB David Garrard, QB Matt Moore splitting reps

Source: NFL.com

Miami Dolphins QBs David Garrard and Matt Moore have been splitting reps with the first-team offense during minicamp.

NYJ - WRs coach thinks WR Santonio Holmes attention overblown

Source: New York Daily News - Manish Mehta

New York Jets WR Santonio Holmes (hamstring) removed himself from a June 7 practice during organized team activities (OTAs) due to 'too many reps.' Head coach Rex Ryan later said Holmes suffered a hamstring injury in that final OTA practice. Wide receivers coach Sanjay Lal said he was in 'complete shock' over the attention given to the situation. 'Honestly, it was complete shock to me that this was being reported,' Lal said. 'Every day in practice, I make it a point to tell the receivers - because they run so much - you have to keep them healthy. There's no point in getting hurt in June.'

JAX - RB Maurice Jones-Drew absent from team meeting

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Gene Frenette

As expected, Jacksonville Jaguars general manager Gene Smith said he has no plans to renegotiate the current deal for RB Maurice Jones-Drew, and a lengthy holdout could be possible. Jones-Drew led the NFL in rushing in 2011, but is the eighth-highest paid running back in the NFL with a $7.63 million annual salary.

BAL - No movement on QB Joe Flacco talks

Source: Carroll County Times - Aaron Wilson

There has been no progress in talks between the Baltimore Ravens and QB Joe Flacco on a contract extension. The major hurdle has been the lack of salary cap space for the team, and the two sides are believed to be far apart on the financial side.

ARI - Rob Housler expected to see a good amount of playing time

Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban

Arizona Cardinals TE Rob Housler is expected to receive a lot of playing time this season and could push for the starting job later in the season.

SF - A.J Jenkins signed

Source: 49ers.com

The San Francisco 49ers have signed first-round draft choice WR A.J. Jenkins to a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.

JAX - Have not talked with PK Josh Scobee in a while

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

The Jacksonville Jaguars have not talked with franchise free-agent PK Josh Scobee about a long-term contract for months.

CAR - Not interested in WR Plaxico Burress

Source: Charlotte Observer - Joseph Person

The Carolina Panthers are not interested in signing free-agent WR Plaxico Burress (Jets).

MIN - RB Adrian Peterson injury update

Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero

Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson (knee) is on pace in his rehabilitation from a significant knee injury late last season, according to head coach Leslie Frazier.

NE - TE Rob Gronkowski says ankle feels 'great'

Source: CSNNE.com - Mary Paoletti

New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (ankle) said Monday, June 18, that his ankle is feeling 'great.' Gronkowski also touched on his new six-year, $54 million deal. 'I'm just happy. Both sides are really happy,' Gronkowski said. 'I love all my fans out there. It's a great community, a great team. It's awesome going out there every single Sunday in front of that crowd. I'm happy to be here long-term, definitely. It all worked out well.

ATL - Turner still the lead RB

Source: D. Orlando Ledbetter - Atlanta Journal Constitution

D. Orlando Ledbetter, from the Atlanta Journal Constitution, in an interview on 102.3 ESPN Denver with Cecil Lammey and Sigmund Bloom said Michael Turner is still going to be the lead RB for the Falcons. Ledbetter believes the team could split the touches 70/30 in favor of Turner.

GB - WR James Jones says he's underappreciated

Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Green Bay Packers WR James Jones said he feels he often goes unnoticed on the team because of the depth they possess at the wide receiver position. 'At times - I ain't going to lie to you - it does get frustrating - for all of us,' Jones said. 'And I'm sure it gets frustrating for our quarterback (Aaron Rogers). He's got five, six good receivers to throw to, a tight end to throw to, so I'm sure it gets tough.

MIA - WR Chad Ochocinco looking good in workouts

Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Miami Dolphins WR Chad Ochocinco looked in shape and impressive during organized team activities Tuesday, June 19, while working with the second team offense. 'He definitely has a lot of ability left,' rookie QB Ryan Tannehill said. 'Today was the first day he really flashed.

IND - RB Mewelde Moore signs

Source: KFFL.com

The Indianapolis Colts signed free-agent RB Mewelde Moore (Steelers) to an undisclosed deal Tuesday, June 19, and released QB David Legree in a corresponding move.

OAK - WR Darrius Heyward-Bey looks like legit No. 1 WR

Source: CSNBayArea.com - Paul Gutierrez

Oakland Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey performed well during organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamp, and he looked like a legitimate No. 1 wide receiver.

IND - Andrew Luck not worried about contract

Source: The Associated Press

Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck said he's not worried about his contract negotiations as the No. 1 pick in the draft, and he won't let it affect him as he reports to training camp next month.

CAR - WR Plaxico Burress interested

Source: USAToday.com - Nate Davis

Free-agent WR Plaxico Burress (Jets) said he wants to play for the Carolina Panthers this year. 'Not just that, but playing with Cam (Newton), who I think is one of the top-five quarterbacks in all of football, and as long as I can remember (wideout) Steve Smith has been one of my favorites. I just think it's a great situation,' Burress said.

OAK - Looking at RB Cedric Benson

Source: ESPN.com - Bill Williamson

The Oakland Raiders are eyeing free-agent RB Cedric Benson (Bengals). The Raiders currently have RBs Mike Goodson and Taiwan Jones as backups to RB Darren McFadden.

MIN - WR Percy Harvin says there are different issues

Source: 1500ESPN.com - Tom Pelissero

Minnesota Vikings WR Percy Harvin (shoulder), as an update to previous reports, said he has different issues that he is unhappy with. 'It's hard to try to tell you guys without telling you guys,' he said to the Minnesota media Tuesday, June 19. Harvin has base salaries of $915,000 in 2012 and $1.55M in 2013 left on his contract, plus workout bonuses of $27,500 in each year.

NE - WR Wes Welker involved in near brawl

Source: New York Post

New England Patriots WR Wes Welker and some of his close friends were involved in a near fight with security guards during a bachelor party in Aspen, Colo. Friday, June 15. Nobody in Welker's group were arrested, but cops threatened to do so.

MIN - QB Joe Webb to focus primarily on QB position

Source: 1500ESPN.com - Judd Zulgad

Minnesota Vikings QB Joe Webb will concentrate primarily on the quarterback position during minicamp and training camp. Last season he entered camp uncertain if he would be used at quarterback or as a wide receiver. 'Yeah, it's easier,' Webb said, about not having to concentrate on multiple positions. 'But quarterback is still a difficult position. You still have to be on top of your game. Study the game and know where you're going to go with the ball.'

ATL - Jacquizz Rodgers trying to hold off RB Jason Snelling

Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter

Atlanta Falcons RB Jacquizz Rodgers and Jason Snelling are expected to have a heated battle during training camp and the preseason for the primary backup job to starter RB Michael Turner.

PHI - New looks for RB LeSean McCoy

Source: CSNPhilly.com - Ray Didinger

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid and offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg came up with new looks during minicamp that split out RB LeSean McCoy, almost as a flanker, to take advantage of his improved receiving skills.

ARI - O'Brien Schofield expected to start

Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban

Arizona Cardinals LB O'Brien Schofield has been eager to start, and he is expected to get that chance at left outside linebacker. He wants to prove he belongs, and the team intends on giving him the chance in training camp.

NE - Plenty of questions at RB

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

The New England Patriots must rely on their running game this season to complement the passing attack. However, it is still very uncertain who will carry the load heading into training camp. RBs Joseph Addai, Stevan Ridley, Shane Vereen and Danny Woodheadcombine for nine career starts for the Patriots. None have stood out on their own in offseason workouts, and the team might be hoping for strength by committee. 'We're not really focused on who's going to be the guy or anything like that; we're just trying to help each other out and learn together,' Ridley said. 'One person is not going to get it done all the way through the season and we know that, so we have to be able to depend on everybody.

TB - RB LeGarrette Blount working with urgency

Source: ProFootballWeekly.com

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB LeGarrette Blount has been practicing with urgency this offseason because he understands he will have to compete for touches with RB Doug Martin.

HOU - QB Matt Schaub entering final year of deal

Source: ESPN.com - Paul Kuharsky

Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub is entering the final year of his contract but the team may take a wait-and-see approach before deciding whether to offer him an extension.

DAL - DeMarco Murray working on chemistry with new FB

Source: ESPNDallas.com - Calvin Watkins

Dallas Cowboys RB DeMarco Murray said he worked on developing chemistry with FB Lawrence Vickers during offseason workouts.

DAL - WR Dez Bryant has improved conditioning

Source: The Dallas Morning News - Jon Machota

Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant has pleased the team's front office with his improved conditioning and production during organized team activities and minicamp.

DAL - QB Tony Romo a fan of WR Dez Bryant

Source: The Dallas Morning News - Jon Machota

Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo said he enjoys playing with WR Dez Bryant because Bryant continues to work hard at improving his game. 'He just keeps improving and improving. He’s a kid that I enjoy playing with because he wants to get better,' Romo said. 'He’s always asking, 'Hey Tony, what can I do to be better?' I love playing with guys like him, Miles (Austin) and these guys. They want to be better themselves and they’re trying to do anything they can to get better.

SF - WR Randy Moss having impressive offseason

Source: Sacramento Bee - Matt Barrows

San Francisco 49ers WR Randy Moss has been one of the team's standout players this offseason. Moss has taken part in every workout since arriving in late-April.

CLE - Greg Little targeted most in OTAs, minicamp

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto

Cleveland Browns WR Greg Little was targeted with 121 passes during the team's organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamps. TE Benjamin Watson was second on the list, followed by WR Mohamed Massaquoi.

CLE - WR Mohamed Massaquoi ready for breakout year?

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto

Cleveland Browns head coach Pat Shurmur raved about WR Mohamed Massaquoi (concussion, foot) earlier in minicamps, and team president Mike Holmgren also apparently likes what he sees. 'I think he's ready to have a breakout year,' Holmgren said. The president indicated Massaquoi has been bothered by concussions over the past two years, and he was slowed by a foot ailment last summer coming into training camp. It appears Massaquoi is healthy and ready to compete.

WAS - Want Robert Griffin to throw during break

Source: The Washington Post - Mike Jones

Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan said he has told QB Robert Griffin III to throw during the off time before training camp because it will allow him to play without thinking during games. 'If your body isn’t constantly going through those reps ... just constantly for that muscle memory, you’re going to get in that pocket in the heat of battle and you’re going to be thinking,' Shanahan said. 'And once you’re thinking, you’re going to be hit.

PIT - Want WR Mike Wallace to get fair deal

Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert said the team never gave any real consideration to dropping the tender offer for restricted free-agent WR Mike Wallace. 'When we tendered Mike at the amount we did, the compensation through that tender, we really had no issue with that whatsoever because he is deserving of that,' Colbert said. The team still believes they can reach a long-term deal with Wallace. 'We want him to get a long-term deal that he deserves and I am real confident that we will be able to do that because when both sides want the same thing, it is only a matter of time,' Colbert said.

NYJ - Not interested in WR Braylon Edwards

Source: NFL.com

The New York Jets are not interested in free-agent WR Braylon Edwards (49ers). The team wanted to see how their wide receiver group looked in organized team activities and minicamp before potentially signing Edwards; however, coaches liked what they saw.

GB - QB Graham Harrell appears to be lock for backup QB job

Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette - Pete Dougherty

All signs point to the Green Bay Packers using QB Graham Harrell as their backup to starter QB Aaron Rodgers. Harrell has spent the past two seasons on the team's 53-man roster or practice squad, and he has went through a full offseason in head coach Mike McCarthy's quarterback school, which emphasizes improving strength and skill.

NO - Nick Toon performed well during workouts

Source: ProFootballWeekly.com

New Orleans Saints WR Nick Toon was one of the standout performers during workouts this offseason. Toon is expected to compete for the No. 4 wide receiver position during training camp.

OAK - TE Brandon Myers believed to have edge for TE job

Source: CSNBayArea.com - Paul Gutierrez

Oakland Raiders QB Carson Palmer said TE Brandon Myers appears to be the favorite for the starting tight end job this season.

DAL - QB Kyle Orton dealt with minor injury

Source: ESPNDallas.com - Calvin Watkins

Dallas Cowboys QB Kyle Orton (hamstring) dealt with a minor hamstring injury during minicamp last week but should be fine for training camp.

NE - Logan Mankins likely to start on PUP list

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

New England Patriots OG Logan Mankins (knee) appears likely to start the 2012 season on the Physically Unable to Perform list. The team has been quiet about Mankins' recovery; however, chances appear slim he could make it back in time for Week 1.

DAL - Not impressed with QB Stephen McGee

Source: ESPNDallas.com - Tim MacMahon

The Dallas Cowboys have not been impressed with the development of QB Stephen McGee. McGee is expected to compete with QBRudy Carpenter for a roster spot in training camp.

NE - FB might be used more this season

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

New England Patriots FBs Tony Fiammetta and Spencer Larsen will likely be battling for one fullback position in training camp.

CLE - Joshua Cribbs to be busy on special teams

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto

Cleveland Browns WR Joshua Cribbs is expected to see heavy duty on special teams this season. The team is hopeful that WRs Joshua Cooper or Jordan Norwood will step up as the third receiver behind WRs Greg Little and Mohamed Massaquoi rather than Cribbs serving as the No. 3 WR.

GB - Duane Bennett, Marc Tyler did not improve stock

Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette - Pete Dougherty

Green Bay Packers RBs Duane Bennett and Marc Tyler did not make much of an impression during offseason practices. They appear to be well behind RBs James Starks, Alex Green (knee) and Brandon Saine on the depth chart.

GB - Brandon Saine might keep backup RB job warm

Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette - Pete Dougherty

Green Bay Packers RB Brandon Saine did well in spot duty last season when called upon, but he still has work to do to become a regular productive player. As it stands, he might only serve as the No. 2 RB until RB Alex Green (knee) is regular for a full-time workload.

JAX - Opportunity for youngsters at WR

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

The Jacksonville Jaguars are likely to keep five or six receivers, especially if one can contribute on special teams as WR Kassim Osgood did last season. It appears at least three or four spots are locked up, but there is plenty of opportunity for WR Brian Robiskieand undrafted rookie WRs Mike X. Brown and Kevin Elliott. Robiskie has impressed the coaching staff at times during offseason workouts, and Brown and Elliott have also stood out at times, too.

JAX - WR Taylor Price off crutches, out of walking boot

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Taylor Price (foot) is now off crutches and out of a walking boot. Price had impressed the coaching staff before suffering a stress fracture in his foot.

JAX - WR Lee Evans, Cecil Shorts have done well at times

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

Jacksonville Jaguars WRs Lee Evans and Cecil Shorts have had 'their moments' at times during offseason workouts, according to general manager Gene Smith. At this point, it appears that Evans and Shorts are fighting for the No. 4 receiver job. Shorts also has experience as a punt returner, which might have help make the roster if he ends up on the bubble.

JAX - Justin Blackmon, WR Mike Thomas battling for No. 2 WR

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

Jacksonville Jaguars WRs Justin Blackmon and Mike Thomas are battling for the No. 2 wide receiver job behind WR Laurent Robinsonon the depth chart, as it stands right now. Blackmon is trying to overcome his DUI arrest, but he has showed tremendous athleticism during the offseason. Head coach Mike Mularkey has also praised the versatility of Thomas. Those two appear poised to battle all throughout training camp for a starting job. Thomas also has the most experience as a punt returner, so that helps his standing on the roster.

JAX - WR Laurent Robinson tops depth chart at WR

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Laurent Robinson has emerged as the obvious leader of the receiving corps, and he tops the unofficial depth chart as offseason workouts ends. Robinson has a head start on the Jaguars offense, as he has played for Mike Mularkey once before.

TB - Charges against CB Aqib Talib dismissed

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud

Frank Perez, attorney for Tampa Bay Buccaneers CB Aqib Talib, said the charges of assault of a deadly weapon against Talib have been dropped.

DET - DC says he should have seen Nick Fairley’s problems coming

Source: Detroit Free Press - George Sipple

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham said he should have seen the problems DT Nick Fairley has dealt with coming because he has the experience to see potential problems with players. 'The disappointment that I have is that I bogged myself down in so much paperwork that I didn’t see that coming,' Cunningham said. 'And I should have seen it. With my experience, I should have understood.' Cunningham said he hopes to have conversations with several players including Fairley and RB Mikel Leshoure about off-field issues.

DET - Expect DT Ndamukong Suh to take next step

Source: NFL.com

Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham said he expects DL Ndamukong Suh and the defense to take the next step this season. Suh posted just 36 tackles and four sacks in 14 games last season. 'What we've done this spring, I cut up all the plays - every snap he had (in 2011) - and I showed him,' Cunningham said. 'I said, 'Now you tell me what happens during a game.' In college, you have 85 to 90 plays, but in the NFL you have 60 to 65, so you can't relax on a play here and there and then start looking for the plays, looking for the shots - hitting the quarterback for a sack. He finally realized that when I showed him the tape.

SD - RB LaDainian Tomlinson to sign and retire

Source: ESPN

LaDainian Tomlinson (Jets), an unrestricted free agent, will sign with the San Diego Chargers Monday, June 18, and announce his retirement from the NFL.

CLE - WR Mohamed Massaquoi ready for breakout year?

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto

Cleveland Browns head coach Pat Shurmur raved about WR Mohamed Massaquoi (concussion, foot) earlier in minicamps, and team president Mike Holmgren also apparently likes what he sees. 'I think he's ready to have a breakout year,' Holmgren said. The president indicated Massaquoi has been bothered by concussions over the past two years, and he was slowed by a foot ailment last summer coming into training camp. It appears Massaquoi is healthy and ready to compete.

SD - RB Ryan Mathews ready to be feature back

Source: North County Times

San Diego Chargers RB Ryan Mathews is excited about the opportunity to be the team's feature back. 'I can't wait to take the challenge head on. I just really can't wait to get out there and work and show what I can do,' Mathews said. Mathews has focused on improving his ability as a third-down back during the offseason, as he was rarely on the field during third downs due to his struggles in pass protection. Running backs coach Ollie Wilson said Mathews is 'getting there' with his protection, noting he is there from a technique standpoint but the team won't have a real good idea until they put the pads on and are in live settings.

NE - Plenty of questions at RB

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

The New England Patriots must rely on their running game this season to complement the passing attack. However, it is still very uncertain who will carry the load heading into training camp. RBs Joseph Addai, Stevan Ridley, Shane Vereen and Danny Woodheadcombine for nine career starts for the Patriots. None have stood out on their own in offseason workouts, and the team might be hoping for strength by committee. 'We're not really focused on who's going to be the guy or anything like that; we're just trying to help each other out and learn together,' Ridley said. 'One person is not going to get it done all the way through the season and we know that, so we have to be able to depend on everybody.'

CLE - Greg Little targeted most in OTAs, minicamp

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto

Cleveland Browns WR Greg Little was targeted with 121 passes during the team's organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamps. TE Benjamin Watson was second on the list, followed by WR Mohamed Massaquoi.

NE - FB might be used more this season

Source: ESPN.com - James Walker

New England Patriots FBs Tony Fiammetta and Spencer Larsen will likely be battling for one fullback position in training camp.

CLE - Joshua Cribbs to be busy on special teams

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto

Cleveland Browns WR Joshua Cribbs is expected to see heavy duty on special teams this season. The team is hopeful that WRs Joshua Cooper or Jordan Norwood will step up as the third receiver behind WRs Greg Little and Mohamed Massaquoi rather than Cribbs serving as the No. 3 WR.

GB - Brandon Saine might keep backup RB job warm

Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette - Pete Dougherty

Green Bay Packers RB Brandon Saine did well in spot duty last season when called upon, but he still has work to do to become a regular productive player. As it stands, he might only serve as the No. 2 RB until RB Alex Green (knee) is regular for a full-time workload.

GB - OLB Clay Matthews was dealing with minor hamstring issue

Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette - Pete Dougherty

Green Bay Packers LB Clay Matthews (hamstring) pulled out of practice on the first day of organized team activities (OTAs) due to a twinge in his hamstring, and he did not practice from that point forward as a precaution.

GB - Nick Perry is one to watch

Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette - Pete Dougherty

Green Bay Packers LB Nick Perry will transition from 4-3 defensive end to a 3-4 stand-up outside linebacker.

OAK - Impressed with RB Darren McFadden

Source: ANG Newspapers - Steve Corkran

Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen said he is convinced RB Darren McFadden (foot) is nothing short of 100 percent and ready to pick up where he left off last season before a foot injury ended his season after only seven games. 'He looks extremely good to me,' Allen said. 'He looks fast. He looks explosive. He knows what to do. He knows how to do it. And as we all know the key is, can we keep this guy healthy? And if we can, I would expect him to have a good year.'

KC - RB Jamaal Charles says he could play today

Source: The Kansas City Star - Adam Teicher

Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles (knee) all but guaranteed Wednesday, June 13, that he would be cleared to participate when training camp begins next month. 'I'm ready to put my cleats back on and punish everybody in my way,' Charles said. He said he felt so strong that he could play in a game today. Charles is scheduled to be examined by team doctors June 18, and he will either be cleared to participate or camp or not cleared.

IND - Andrew Luck got most of reps during practice

Source: The Indianapolis Star - Phillip B. Wilson

Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck received 95 percent of the snaps during practice Thursday, June 14, because they want to speed up his learning curve.

PIT - WR Mike Wallace a no-show for minicamp

Source: CBSSports.com

Pittsburgh Steelers restricted free-agent WR Mike Wallace did not show up for minicamp, which concluded Thursday, June 14.

OAK - Denarius Moore will be ready for training camp

Source: ANG Newspapers - Steve Corkran

Oakland Raiders head coach Dennis Allen said WR Denarius Moore (hamstring) will be fine and ready to roll by the start of training camp.

WAS - Robert Griffin learning offense quickly

Source: ProFootballTalk.com

Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III has grasped the offensive scheme quicker than the team expected. Offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan said Griffin has been getting better every day this offseason and that he can make every throw that the team needs him to make. 'I don't think you have to be a coach to see how talented the guy is. I think everyone knows that, so there wasn't that much surprise there,' Shanahan said. 'But he's picked it up faster than I expected.'

TB - RB LeGarrette Blount getting most of work with starters

Source: PewterReport.com - Scott Reynolds

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB LeGarrette Blount has been getting the majority of the carries with the first-team offense during organized team activities and minicamp. RB Doug Martin has received some reps with the starters this offseason.

NYJ - Tim Tebow sees time with starters

Source: USAToday.com - Nate Davis

New York Jets QB Tim Tebow received some snaps with the first-team offense during practice Thursday, June 14. Head coach Rex Ryan said offensive coordinator Tony Sparano wanted to see Tebow with the starters. The plays Tebow worked on with the starters were not on the wildcat formation or any other special formation. Ryan said Tebow's time with the starters should not be taken as a sign that Tebow will be threatening QB Mark Sanchez's starting job.

CLE - Plan to keep QB Colt McCoy, QB Seneca Wallace

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Cleveland Browns president Mike Holmgren said the plan at this point is to keep QBs Colt McCoy and Seneca Wallace on the roster but indicated that the team may decide to change their plan later on.

KC - Built to run in 2012

Source: The Kansas City Star - Adam Teicher

The Kansas City Chiefs are built to run the football in 2012. During the offseason, their three major additions - OL Eric Winston, RBPeyton Hillis and TE Kevin Boss - were aimed at helping the running game. Hillis should give the team a strong balance to RB Jamaal Charles (knee). If the Chiefs are able to get the football in the hands of Charles and Hillis at least 500 times this year, it should lead to a successful season.

ARI - QB Kevin Kolb booed at Fan Fest

Source: NFL.com

Arizona Cardinals fans booed QB Kevin Kolb during their 'Fan Fest 2012' Wednesday, June 13.

HOU - Gary Kubiak, Rich Smith receive extensions

Source: The Associated Press

The Houston Texans have agreed to contract extensions for both general manager Rick Smith and head coach Gary Kubiak, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. Terms of the deals were not disclosed. A formal announcement is expected Thursday, June 14.

CIN - A.J. Green to work out with Larry Fitzgerald

Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley

Cincinnati Bengals WR A.J. Green is going to work out with Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald next month to help refine his route running.

STL - QB Sam Bradford getting comfortable with offense

Source: StLouisRams.com - Nick Wagoner

St. Louis Rams QB Sam Bradford said Wednesday, June 13, that he isn't all the way there learning the team's new offense, but likes that this season he has more time because of a full offseason program to learn. Most of this week has been a refresher course and a chance for he and his teammates to brush up on the offseason again before departing for the next five or six weeks.

CAR - WR David Gettis believes he will be 100 percent for camp

Source: Charlotte Observer - Joseph Person

Carolina Panthers WR David Gettis (knee) said he has been taking the rehab from his torn anterior cruciate ligament slowly this offseason because he wants to be careful with the injury.

DAL - DeMarco Murray catching a lot of passes

Source: DallasCowboys.com - Josh Ellis

Dallas Cowboys second-year RB DeMarco Murray might play a larger role in the passing game this season. He has caught a lot of passes during summer workouts.

KC - TE Tony Moeaki still working his way back

Source: The Kansas City Star - Adam Teicher

Kansas City Chiefs TE Tony Moeaki (knee) is still working his way back from a significant knee injury last year.

IND - Delone Carter had thumb surgery

Source: The Indianapolis Star - Phillip B. Wilson

Indianapolis Colts RB Delone Carter (thumb) said he is about 80-85 percent healthy, but he plans to be ready for the start of training camp in late July.

SEA - WR Sidney Rice injury update

Source: The Tacoma News Tribune - Eric D. Williams

Seattle Seahawks WR Sidney Rice (shoulder) said that he's on pace to be ready for the opening of the regular season after undergoing two offseason shoulder surgeries. 'A lot of slipping out and popping out of place,' Rice said. 'Right now, they're supposed to be brand new shoulders, and we'll take it from here. Right now I've got to regain my strength in my shoulders and get ready for the season.'

JAX - Justin Blackmon told to grow up

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Laurent Robinson pulled WR Justin Blackmon aside during the team's minicamp to offer some advice following Blackmon's DUI arrest. 'Just tell him, 'You gotta grow up,'' Robinson said. 'You know, NFL players are targets, you gotta stay low-key, low-profile and you know, just, everybody makes mistakes and you know he's gotta learn from it and just keep doing better.'

NYJ - Tim Tebow responds to ILB Tedy Bruschi

Source: NFL.com

Former NFL LB Tedy Bruschi said New York Jets QB Tim Tebow should just disappear and not talk so much to the media. In response, Tebow said he just does what he is told by the team. 'To be honest, I just do what I'm told - and this day (is) to talk to you (reporters), so I'm gonna talk to you,' Tebow said. 'And to be honest, I just go about it however the Jets set it up - the rules that they want us to (follow), who they want us to talk to, who they don't want us to talk to. And so I don't get paid enough to make all those decisions. I just do what I'm told and try to do it as best as I can.'

WAS - Glowing words for WR Santana Moss

Source: Washington Examiner - John Keim

Washington Redskins offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan was raving about WR Santana Moss Wednesday, June 13. He called Moss one of the 'premier' slot receivers in the league.

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DET - Mikel Leshoure gets two-game suspension

Source: DetroitLions.com - Tim Twentyman

The NFL will suspend Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure two games for his two marijuana-related incidents this offseason. He will also be fined two additional game checks as part of the punishment.

DEN - Deep throws still an issue for QB Peyton Manning

Source: USAToday.com - Nate Davis

Updating a previous item, Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning's velocity on deep throws hasn't quite returned after multiple neck surgeries cost him all of the 2011 season, but he does look sharp and accurate with intermediate throws.

IND - Impressed with Andrew Luck's football smarts

Source: NFL Network - Albert Breer

Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano said QB Andrew Luck has already displayed the football knowledge of a veteran quarterback. 'Like we've said all along, he is off the charts, as far as football IQ,' Pagano said. 'There are no mental errors. The same thing we saw at rookie minicamp with what we gave him until coming back now, he hasn't missed a beat. He is a really bright kid. He is really focused and he is really driven. Obviously, the success he has had to this point, there is a reason behind all of that. It is because football is very, very important to him.

GB - Committed to RB James Starks as primary RB

Source: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert

The Green Bay Packers have committed to RB James Starks as their primary running back heading into training camp. Starks took first-team repetitions in workouts, while RB Alex Green (knee) appears to be the No. 2 guy.

PIT - QB expects WR Mike Wallace to be at camp

Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger said he expects restricted free-agent WR Mike Wallace to report to training camp on time. Roethlisberger said he talks with Wallace but does not know what Wallace will do when camp starts.

KC - WR Dwayne Bowe not at minicamp

Source: The Associated Press

The Kansas City Chiefs opened their mandatory three-day minicamp Tuesday, June 12, without franchise free-agent WR Dwayne Bowe, who has not yet signed his tender. Bowe will be playing catch-up when he arrives and has to learn the new offense being installed by offensive coordinator Brian Daboll.

OAK - Denarius Moore injured

Source: ANG Newspapers - Steve Corkran

Oakland Raiders WR Denarius Moore (hamstring) suffered what appeared to be a right hamstring injury during practice Tuesday, June 12, although head coach Dennis Allen didn't seem overly concerned. 'He's going to be fine,' Allen said. 'We'll evaluate it. Usually those things take a couple of weeks or so, so we'll see where he's at.'

NYJ - Tony Sparano impressed with QB Mark Sanchez

Source: KFFL.com

New York Jets offensive coordinator Tony Sparano said he has been impressed with QB Mark Sanchez's leadership skills. 'One of the things is just that this guy has tremendous passion to learn and to get better,' Sparano said of Sanchez. 'He's not afraid of criticism, okay? I think that is important at that position.'

WAS - Robert Griffin plans to build chemistry with receivers

Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano

Washington Redskins QB Robert Griffin III said he plans to work with his receiving corps during the down period between minicamp and training camp. 'We're all going to get together. We haven't planned it yet, but we are going to get together and throw,' Griffin said. 'It's important for us to be successful as a team, and working together like that is what you have to do. It's not to a massive scale or anything, but I've talked to a couple of the receivers to try to see if we can hook up and throw together just to stay in tune. But it's not official yet.'

SF - Alex Smith's arm stronger

Source: CBSSports.com

San Francisco 49ers QB Alex Smith spent the offseason strengthening some of the smaller muscles in his shoulder, which has resulted in more arm strength. 'We don't have the gun out there timing it, but I do (see a stronger arm),' offensive coordinator Greg Roman said.

BUF - WR Donald Jones seeing a lot of time in slot

Source: BuffaloBills.com - Chris Brown

Buffalo Bills WR Donald Jones has been seeing a lot of time as a slot receiver during offseason workouts even though he is considered the frontrunner for the No. 2 wide receiver job.

STL - Teammate says team be will be leaning on Brian Quick

Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Bryan Burwell

St. Louis Rams RB Steven Jackson said WR Brian Quick will have stay in shape and learn the offense over the next six weeks prior to training camp because the offense will be leaning on him heavily this season.

NYG - TE Travis Beckum adds weight

Source: The Star-Ledger - Mike Garafolo

New York Giants TE Travis Beckum said he has gained 20 pounds this offseason and is up to 242 pounds. He said it has been hard for him to put on weight and that feels better with the added weight.

SEA - WR Golden Tate not catching passes during minicamp

Source: The Seattle Times - Danny O'Neil

Seattle Seahawks WR Golden Tate (hand) has been running routes during team drills at minicamp this week but is not catching any passes because of his broken hand. He believes he will be ready when training camp starts.

SEA - WR Sidney Rice not cleared for team drills

Source: The Seattle Times - Danny O'Neil

Seattle Seahawks WR Sidney Rice (shoulders) has not been cleared to participate in team drills during minicamp this week but is confident that he will be ready for the start of the regular season.

NO - Greg Romeus suffers torn ACL

Source: WWLTV.com

New Orleans Saints interim head coach Joe Vitt said DE Greg Romeus (knee) recently tore his anterior cruciate ligament and medial collateral ligament. It was not the same ACL he tore during his final college season.

GB - CB Charles Woodson not a full-time safety

Source: The Associated Press

Green Bay Packers CB Charles Woodson is not likely to be making a full-time switch to safety for the upcoming season. Head coach Mike McCarthy did say Woodson's role in the defense is likely to change; however, McCarthy didn't provide specifics and estimated that any change would be a small one. 'Charles' role on our football team may change somewhere between six and eight percent compared to where he's played in the past,' McCarthy said. 'I don't want to really get too detailed schematically. Really, it's something we should watch and see - and let our opponents see. We're not recreating the wheel with him, that's for sure. I would define him as a playmaker in our defense. And it's our responsibility to make sure he's lined up in those positions to make plays.'

BAL - ILB Ray Lewis changes workout to adjust to new offenses

Source: The Baltimore Sun - Jeff Zrebiec

Baltimore Ravens LB Ray Lewis has changed his workouts this offseason to adjust to more of the pass-first offenses in the league. 'There are no more true, true, true, physical, physical fullbacks that are going to come at me and sledgehammer all day. So, just adjust to the game, and as you see guys get older in their careers, you see a lot of people don't do that. And that was my thing this year. It was like, 'All right, the game is changing like that. Everybody wants to go with all these little five-wides and all this different stuff.' Just change with the game, and that was kind of my thought process,' Lewis said.

NYG - Will use OLB Keith Rivers at different spots

Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Ohm Youngmisuk

New York Giants LB Keith Rivers was working at weakside linebacker with the second-team defense during practice Tuesday, June 12, but defensive coordinator Perry Fewell said Rivers will be tried out at middle linebacker at some point.

CHI - ILB Brian Urlacher expected to be ready for camp

Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Mark Potash

Chicago Bears LB Brian Urlacher (knee) was not on the field as offseason minicamp opened Tuesday, June 12, but he is expected to be ready for training camp. 'It's not a lot to explain. He's not ready to go yet,' head coach Lovie Smith said. 'He's on pace. Our plan was to take it slow with him. We know what Brian can do. He's right on pace (and) he should be able to get a good rest of his offseason in and be good to go for training camp.