After spending last year on the Dallas Cowboys practice squad, quarterback Richard Bartel has dropped 25 pounds, improved his mechanics and footwork and hopes to stick around as Tony Romo's back-up. Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith gave some pointers to rookie running back Felix Jones, presumably through an interpretor.
Washington Redskins safety Reed Doughty was excused from mini-camp to be with his son Micah, who underwent a kidney transplant recently. Redskins second-round tight end Fred Davis missed practice Sunday after he overslept.
Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson couldn't believe Matt Flynn was available in the seventh round. Fifth-round offensive lineman Breno Giacomini made a good first impression during mini-camp this weekend.
Detroit Lions rookie Cliff Avril got some personal attention from head coach Rod Marinelli during the Lions' five-practice mini-camp.
Chicago Bears running back Cedric Benson says he wasn't drunk when he was arrested on Saturday night. Bears head coach Lovie Smith was "very disappointed" to hear of Benson's arrest.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers would like rookie defensive lineman Dre Moore to be in better condition. Buccaneers rookie wide receiver Dexter Jackson was limited for a second straight day.
Carolina Panthers guard Toniu Fonoti is trying to control his weight and save his career. Panthers wide receiver DJ Hackett denies that he was promised a starting job when he signed with the team.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Michael Boley was arrested and charged with battery on Saturday.
After three days of seeing how the Seattle Seahawks do things, the rookies have scattered. Veteran linebacker D.D. Lewis could have an inside track on a roster spot.
In year two of the Ken Whisenhunt era, the Arizona Cardinals veterans are ahead of where they were a year ago.
Familiarity with the offense could help quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan in the fight for the San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback's job.
New England Patriots third-round linebacker Shawn Crable got the "full Belichick" this weekend.
The lack of hype surrounding Kansas tight end Derek Fine may have benefited the Buffalo Bills.
Offensive lineman Shawn McCrackin, a tryout invitee from Hofstra, was signed to a contract by the New York Jets.
Miami Dolphins cornerback Will Billingsley hopes to go from the forklift to the NFL. Second-round quarterback Chad Henne struggled this weekend.
With his health issues behind him, Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark was back working with the 1st team this weekend. Steelers safety Troy Polamalu has returned to his training regimen in California.
The Cleveland Browns didn't get wrapped up in the measurables when they scouted linebacker Beau Bell.
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis was impressed by his team's rookie class.
There are no new developments in the Philadelphia shooting in which Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Marvin Harrison has been investigated.
Should fans continue to root for teams despite the questionable character of the players on it?
Houston Texans linebacker Demeco Ryans will have the radio transmitter in his helmet this fall.
San Diego Chargers cornerback Cletis Gordon knows he'll be challenged for playing time by first-round pick Antoine Cason. Chargers defensive back Paul Oliver worked at safety during the team's mini-camp.
Monday, May 05, 2008
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