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Steelers signed fourth-round DE Orien Harris to a three-year, $1.358 million contract.
Harris was a three-year starting defensive tackle at Miami with first-round talent but is considered somewhat of an underachiever. He'll play outside in Pittsburgh.

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Steelers signed fifth-round TE Charles Davis to a three-year, $1.07 million contract.
The Purdue product has great size at nearly 6-6 and 254 pounds but he'll have to refine his blocking skills to last in the league. Davis will begin his career behind Heath Miller and Jerame Tuman.

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The Ravens have assured rookie DT Haloti Ngata that he will start this year.
He'll line up next to Kelly Gregg and in front of Ray Lewis. Dwan Edwards, Justin Bannan, and Aubrayo Franklin will be backups.

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Steelers owner Dan Rooney is "definitely" willing to give Santonio Holmes another chance.
"Definitely, he gets another chance," Rooney said. "He's done everything they've asked him to do." Holmes, whose agent has begun negotiating a contract, will need a big showing in camp to have a chance to start.

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Ravens corner Corey Ivy was reportedly a "playmaker" in minicamps.
Ivy, who was thrown into the fire in St. Louis last season due to Travis Fisher and Jerametrius Butler's injuries, will likely be Baltimore's nickel back in 2006.

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Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick has been named in a New Jersey divorce case as "the other man".
A former receptionist with the New York Giants, Sharon Shenocca, according to court papers, "has had a relationship with Bill Belichick for several years". Apparently Belichick has bought Mrs. Shenocca gifts and even flew her out to Super Bowl XXXVIII in Houston. Mr. Shenocca has asked the court to let his lawyers quiz the New England Patriots head coach on the extent of his relationship with his wife.

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Chiefs agreed to terms with fifth-round CB Marcus Maxey on a three-year contract.
At 6-2/197, the ex-Miami Hurricane has great size ala fellow Chiefs corners Lenny Walls and Julian Battle. The three are expected to battle to start in training camp.

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Dolphins first-round S Jason Allen recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery.
Uh oh. Allen struggled mightily with injuries at Tennessee, although in the end his draft stock didn't suffer. Allen is expected to be ready for camp, when he'll likely start at free safety.

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Patriots waived G/T Jeff Roehl.
Roehl's 15 seconds of fame were had on an NFL Network program profiling rookies trying to make it in the pros. After spending the spring of '06 in NFL Europe, he had virtually no chance to make the Pats.

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Jets signed former Nebraska DT Titus Adams to an undisclosed contract.
Adams played next to infamous Patriots draftee LeKevin Smith in college. The seventh-round pick will learn the intricacies of a 3-4 defense in Jets camp.

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Jets signed fifth-round TE Jason Pociask to an undisclosed contract.
Pociask was the blocking half of Wisconsin's tight end duo that included Texans draftee Owen Daniels. He'll likely be asked to play special teams as a rookie.

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Yahoo Sports confirms Sirius NFL radio's report that Chris Brown has demanded a trade from the Titans.
The agents for Brown, who enters a contract year in 2006, notified the Titans of their client's request to be dealt on Monday. The oft-injured but well-rounded veteran's name was discussed in June trade rumors that GM Floyd Reese denied. Denver and Houston could both be interested in Brown and Yahoo Sports considers Minnesota a possible darkhorse.

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Mario Haggan is expected to battle Jeff Posey to be the Bills' starting strong-side linebacker.
If Haggan, a big special teamer, wins the job, Posey could be used primarily as a nickel rusher.

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Ravens signed seventh-round pick Ryan LaCasse to a three-year contract.
The former Syracuse rush end switches to outside linebacker in the pros. He'll battle for a role in camp.

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Ravens agreed to terms with Oklahoma G/C Chris Chester on a four-year contract.
The No. 56 pick overall in April, Chester played tight end in college before switching to center. He could be Baltimore's No. 3 guard as a rookie.

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Ravens agreed to terms with fifth-round S Dawan Landry on a three-year contract.
Despite being a second-day pick, the hard-hitting Georgia Tech product has a chance to start in his first year. He'll compete with Gerome Sapp and B.J. Ward to do so.

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Ravens agreed to terms with third-round CB David Pittman on a three-year contract.
Pittman dominated at Division I-AA Northwestern State. He's expected to contribute for the Ravens right away.

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Chiefs agreed to terms with second-round SS Bernard Pollard, a former Purdue Boilermaker, on a four-year contract.
Pollard was graded as a second-day pick by most but Kansas City needed an injection of youth at safety. He'll compete with Sammy Knight to start in training camp. Pollard laid a monster hit on former Minnesota RB Gary Russell last season.

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Jets signed third-round S Eric Smith of Michigan State to an undisclosed contract.
the Jets already had young starting safeties. But Smith is versatile, heady, and should be a steady reserve.

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Daniel Connolly could push incumbent Vince Manuwai to be the Jaguars' starting left guard
Manuwai's performance has slacked the past two seasons. Much of the Jags' offensive line is undecided heading to camp.

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Dolphins DB Yeremiah Bell has been moved from free to strong safety.
Miami's safety situation is one to watch in camp. Rookie Jason Allen and Renaldo Hill are currently projected to be starters.

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Browns first-round LB Kamerion Wimbley is reportedly close to signing a six-year contract.
Six years is the maximum length for early first-round deals under the new CBA. The sixth year can be "voidable" and "bought back" by teams for a hefty bonus. The deal is expected to be announced by Sunday.

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Vernon Carey and Damion McIntosh will compete to be the Dolphins' starting RT in training camp.
Carey is expected to win out. McIntosh started at left tackle last season but was replaced this offseason by L.J. Shelton.

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Dolphins veteran FB Fred Beasley was reportedly impressive in pre-training camp work.
Beasley's addition flew under the radar this offseason. If the ex-Pro Bowler can return to form, he'll help the cause of Ronnie Brown.

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Kamerion Wimbley's contract does not include a signing bonus.
Instead, Wimbley's base salaries of $275,000 and $360,000 in 2006 and 2007, respectively, are guaranteed. And the contract is laden with possible bonus money, including a $6.73 million bonus in 2007. The "buy-back" clause for the sixth year can cost between $2.5 million and $8.5 million. It's expected that few first-rounders this year receive signing bonuses due to the complex nuances of the CBA.

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Jets signed former Florida State RB Leon Washington to an undisclosed contract.
Washington is a scatback whose college numbers weren't excellent because he split carries throughout his tenure as a 'Nole. An impressive Combine performance warranted Washington a fourth-round selection. He'll probably challenge Derrick Blaylock to be the Jets' third-down back in camp.

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Jets signed sixth-round CB Drew Coleman, a product of TCU, to an undisclosed contract.
At 5-8, Coleman lacks the size to be a starting corner in the league. He'll push for a roster spot.

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Patriots agreed to terms with second-round WR Chad Jackson on a four-year contract.
After lighting up the NFL Combine this winter, Jackson lit up spring minicamps, showing he'll likely make a run at the starting spot opposite Deion Branch. Reche Caldwell will be his competition. Jackson is someone to watch in training camp.

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Patriots agreed to terms with former Florida DE Jeremy Mincey on a three-year contract.
Mincey is a 'tweener who couldn't run a 4.8 forty at the Combine. The sixth-rounder will compete for a job at outside linebacker in camp.

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The Canadian Press reports Doug Flutie has spurned an offer to return to football as a Toronto Argonaut.
Eric Crouch is currently the Argos' starting quarterback after injuries to Damon Allen and Spergon Wynn. Flutie was offered a contract to serve as a backup.

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Ben Roethlisberger says his "vision is fine, his head is clear, and he doesn't have headaches."
Big Ben admitted to coughing up blood last week, although that's a common aftereffect from a broken nose. Reothlisberger's face is numb in some parts and he says "I can't feel if I have food on my face." He's currently throwing and lifting weights every day.

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The Associated Press reports Ricky Williams broke his left arm during the Toronto Argonauts' 26-23 victory Saturday night.
At least it's not his knee. Though still under contract with Miami, Williams took a major gamble by joining the Argos after his suspension from the NFL went into effect and the 'Fins could look into releasing him. John Avery gets the starting running back job in Toronto while High Times gets their next cover story.

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Browns have signed fifth-round RB Jerome Harrison to a four-year contract.
A prolific rusher at Washington State, Harrison drew praise for his pre-training camp work from Browns beat writers. He has a chance to be Cleveland's third-down back as a rookie.

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Colts second-year G Dylan Gandy will battle incumbent Ryan Lilja to start in training camp.
Gandy, who can also play center, was a fourth-round pick in 2005.

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Colts WR Aaron Moorehead is expected to be ready for camp.
Moorehead had back surgery in May. He could be Indy's fourth receiver in 2006.

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Colts DT Corey Simon is not expected to start this season.
Raheem Brock's move inside relegates Simon to being just another cog in the rotation.

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Colts rookie CB Tim Jennings is expected to be ready for camp.
Jennings underwent arthroscopic ankle surgery this offseason. He was a second-rounder in April.

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Marvin Harrison is expected to be ready for training camp.
Harrison had elbow and wrist surgeries this offseason and missed all of Colts minicamps. Both procedures were deemed successful.

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The Colts are expected to use more three-WR sets in 2006.
Brandon Stokley's production slipped in 2005 as more passes were directed to the Colts' tight ends.

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DE Travis LaBoy will likely start for the Titans in 2006.
Antwan Odom and Bo Schobel should rotate in.

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Colts signed G Michael Toudouze, a fifth-round pick, to an undisclosed contract.
He is the first of seven Colts rookies to sign. Indianapolis will be one of the last teams to open camp with a Monday start date.

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Dolphins agreed to terms with third-round WR Derek Hagan on a four-year contract.
The Arizona State grad was highly productive in college and has an NFL body. He'll be the early favorite to be Miami's No. 3 receiver this season

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Justin McCareins was placed on the PUP list because he failed a conditioning test.
McCareins is returning from a foot injury that sidelined him during the summer. The former Titan has yet to break 1,000 yards and he's not well positioned to do it this season.

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Jaguars signed third-round LB Clint Ingram to an undisclosed contract.
He was the last Jaguar to sign. Ingram, a bulky linebacker from Oklahoma, will compete with Pat Thomas for the starting strong-side linebacker job in training camp.

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Bengals signed second-round T Andrew Whitworth.

Whitworth is the likely successor to Willie Anderson if the veteran moves to another team after 2006. The 6-7 LSU grad should be a reserve as a rookie.

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Titans RB Damien Nash showed up to training camp overweight.
Nash, already on the roster bubble, appears likely to be cut if he doesn't turn things around quickly.

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First-round CB Johnathan Joseph agreed to a five-year contract with the Bengals.
The South Carolina product has the ball-hawking skills Marvin Lewis likes. Joseph had a good off-season, but will probably be the nickel back as a rookie, then replace Tory James as a starter in 2007.

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Browns signed former Oklahoma WR Travis Wilson to a four-year contract.
Wilson was Cleveland's only draft pick to hold out. He'll battle Frisman Jackson to be the Browns' third receiver while Braylon Edwards is sidelined. Jackson likely has the early leg up

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Dolphins waived undrafted rookie QB Justin Holland.
Holland was impressive in early pre-camp work and should be a candidate for the practice squad. Marcus Vick's chances to make Miami's roster increase.

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Dolphins signed seventh-round DT Rodrique Wright to a four-year contract.

Wright should be a contributor in time, but it won't be in 2006. He's on PUP and expected to miss his rookie season with a torn rotator cuff.

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Converted DE Trevor Johnson is battling Bryan Thomas to start at OLB for the Jets in camp.
Thomas is expected to have the upper hand. Johnson, a third-year player, recorded nine tackles in 2005.

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Colts released G/T Makoa Freitas.
It became clear in the off-year that Freitas would not be healthy in time for the season. He wasn't able to overcome a nagging foot ailment. The Colts are scary-thin at backup tackle.

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Raiders SS Derrick Gibson has missed practice recently with flu-like symptoms.
Gibson doesn't get credit for being possibly the most injury-prone player in the NFL. Michael Huff takes over at strong safety, and will likely not lose the job for a good while.

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Raiders TE Randal Williams is currently nursing a knee injury.
Williams, expected to compete with Courtney Anderson to start, is said to have a bone bruise.

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Chiefs G Brian Waters will undergo x-rays for a sprained foot suffered Saturday.
The last thing the Chiefs need is to lose another offensive lineman. We'll find out if the injury is serious on Sunday.

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The Bengals will place Chris Perry (knee/ankle) on the active/PUP list to start camp.
It's disappointing that Perry, who has barely practiced in his three seasons as a pro, still isn't ready. While he's one of the best backups in football, he's also one of the most likely to miss playing time.

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Bengals WR Chris Henry showed up to Bengals camp Saturday and is ready to practice.
Frankly, we're a little surprised Henry is being welcomed back. It's quite possible that Cincinnati isn't releasing the wideout, who has been arrested four times since December, because of league rules. Henry's knee is right, but he'll have to impress coaches and survive multiple legal trials to stay with the team.

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Titans DT Rien Long could be out for the season with an Achilles injury.
Coach Jeff Fisher indicated the injury could be serious. Long was expected to be a primary back at defensive tackle this season.

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LenDale White was still not at Titans camp Saturday, but will be ready for Sunday's work.
The teams says he wasn't signed, but his contract was reportedly agreed to a few days ago. Chris Brown reportedly had a standout day.

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Jaguars.com reports Fred Taylor missed practice Friday with a hamstring strain.
Taylor is supposedly in the best shape of his life, but won't be ready for a few practices. It's very early, but it's not a great sign for the oft-injured back.

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Titans TE Erron Kinney will miss several days of practices with a knee injury.
Kinney may lose his starting job to promising Ben Troupe if he doesn't shake the injury bug. While consistent and a good blocker, he's rarely been healthy for long as a pro

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Jets activated Justin McCareins from the PUP list after he returned to practice Saturday.
McCareins failed a conditioning test, which isn't the best way to impress the new Jets coaching staff. The team also activated DB Rayshun Reed.

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Broncos signed T Adam Meadows, formerly of the Panthers, to a multi-year contract.
Meadows adds depth to a team that really didn't need it. He could move inside and play guard or challenge George Foster at right tackle.

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Braylon Edwards made a surprise appearance at Browns practice, and is now off the PUP list.
Edwards was wearing a knee brace and could be limited, but he was in pads like the rest of his teammates. It's a sign that his recovery from a torn ACL is now going better than expected. Most estimates have him back in October.

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Bills QB Craig Nall tweaked his hamstring Saturday and left Bills practice.
Nall is competing to start, but seems like a long shot. Perhaps this will make the Bills' coaching staff's decision for them.

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Chad Brown has worked strictly at outside linebacker in Patriots camp.
Brown, who signed just last week after being released in March, is not expected to compete for a starting job.

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Browns signed C Alonzo Ephraim, formerly of the Dolphins.
A nice signing by Cleveland, Ephraim should challenge Bob Hallen and Rob Smith for the starting job with LeCharles Bentley out. Ephraim started three games for Miami in 2005.

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Bengals signed third-round LB Ahmad Brooks of Virginia.
The supplemental draftee is expected to be a reserve in his first year but could make his mark on special teams.

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Colts signed former LSU RB Joseph Addai, the No. 30 pick overall, to a five-year contract.
Addai is a versatile talent many have compared to his predecessor Edgerrin James. But he begins camp behind Dominic Rhodes on the RBBC totem pole.

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Colts signed sixth-round G/T Charlie Johnson to a four-year, $1.6 million contract.
Johnson, a 6-3 tackle at Oklahoma State, will likely kick to guard in the pros. With the loss of Makoa Freitas, Johnson may be counted on to step up in his rookie year.

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Bengals signed sixth-round WR Reggie McNeal to a four-year contract.
McNeal called signals at Texas A&M. He's a candidate for the practice squad in Cincy.

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Bengals signed seventh-round WR/DB/KR Ethan Kilmer to a four-year contract.
The former Nittany Lion will be asked to play specials as a rookie.

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Bengals signed fourth-round DT Domata Peko of Michigan State to a four-year contract.
Cincinnati has all its draftees except Frostee Rucker under contract. We have a feeling the Bengals expect a lot out of Peko in his first season. Mathias Askew's arrest didn't help.

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Colts signed second-round CB Tim Jennings of Georgia to a four-year contract.
Jennings had arthroscopic ankle sugery this offseason but should be healthy by now. The smallish speedster is not expected to compete for a starting job.

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LaMont Jordan is expected to return to Raiders practice Sunday.
He suffered a minor knee injury on Thursday and missed a few days.

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The Rams have reportedly been in talks with the Titans regarding disgruntled RB Chris Brown.
The Titans seem reluctant to deal Brown, though, because of questions surrounding Travis Henry and LenDale White. Michael Bennett is a more likely target.

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Drew Bennett and David Givens will only practice once-a-day to open training camp.
Both players struggled with injuries during mini-camp season.

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Ben Roethlisberger completed Pittsburgh's conditioning test with no problems Saturday.
He's full speed ahead and could even play in the team's first preseason game.

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Some New York papers are suggesting that the Jets are trying to nudge Curtis Martin into retirement.
Martin apparently isn't enjoying his stay on the PUP list, but we feel this is just a way to sell papers. Martin reportedly did some "soul-searching" before camp, but appears eager to get back on the field. The Jets could look into a possible trade if he can't get healthy

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Bengals MLB Odell Thurman did not show up to training camp Saturday, and could possibly miss the entire season.
He's suspended for the first four games after violating the league's substance abuse policy, but this is still a surprise. Coach Marvin Lewis has had enough, "We'll have someone play there for the season, so we won't worry about a guy that's not here or who's not a part of our football team right now... He's a non-factor."

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Carson Palmer took 40% of the team's snaps on the first day of training camp.
That's down from 80% last season, but it's still a great sign. The Bengals plan to use him in two preseason games.

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Patriots DT Johnathan Sullivan didn't pass the team's conditioning test.
We'd be surprised if the former Saint made the team.

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Daunte Culpepper admits that his approach will change this season following his ACL tear.
"I won't take chances I don't have to take, especially running the ball," Culpepper said

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Braylon Edwards will be limited to non-contact practices in camp.
Just the fact he is back on the field is a surprise and a jolt of optimisim for Edwards' return. "I can't tell you that I'm guaranteed to play Sept. 10, but obviously it's looking good," Edwards said. Even a Week 3 return would be early.

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Clarence Moore hasn't participated in training camp yet.
When he's healthy, he'll compete with Demetrius Williams and Devard Darling for the No. 3 receiver role in Baltimore.

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Bills first-round DT John McCargo was hospitalized Saturday night briefly for dehydration.
He isn't expected to miss any practice time.

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Chris Hope is playing strong safety in Tennessee.
Hope played the free spot in Pittsburgh. He's considered a cover safety

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Titans S Lamont Thompson has apparently not been moved to strong safety, as was previously expected.
Thompson recorded 80 tackles last season as a free safety.

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LenDale White is reportedly "clearly behind" Chris Brown and Travis Henry.
Coach Jeff Fisher says White, whose first practice with the team was Sunday, is in good physical condition. We don't expect him to stay behind Henry for too long.

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Bengals signed third-round DE Frostee Rucker to a four-year contract.
Rucker is scheduled to appear in court August 11 for charges of spousal battery. He should battle to be the Bengals' fourth end in training camp.

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Rookie quarterback Kellen Clemens led the Jets' first-team offense in training camp Sunday.
Clemens reportedly struggled in team drills. The Jets are expected to rotate their four QBs throughout camp.

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Jerricho Cotchery is expected to be the Jets' third receiver in 2006.
Tim Dwight could compete but will likely work more on special teams. Rookie Brad Smith is a long shot to overtake Cotchery during camp.

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Colts signed sixth-round safety Antoine Bethea to a four-year contract.
Bethea, who studied at Howard, is expected to contribute on special teams.

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Colts signed former Stanford CB T.J. Rushing to a four-year contract.
Rushing was a seventh-round pick known for his ability on returns. Freddie Keiaho is Indianapolis' only unsigned pick left.

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Browns signed C Todd Washington.
Houston cut him in May. Washington will likely be asked to provide depth behind Bob Hallen in Cleveland.

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Undrafted Broncos RB Mike Bell has been the buzz of early training camp practices.
Bell has moved up to the third team ahead of Cedric Cobbs.

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Kyle Turley is currently the Chiefs' starting left tackle.
Willie Roaf is expected to retire. Kevin Sampson emerged as the favorite at right tackle in minicamps.

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The AP reports Colts S Bob Sanders is expected to miss the first two weeks of training camp.
Sanders still recovering from a biceps injury that has hindered him all offseason.

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Browns T Ryan Tucker and CB Daylon McCutcheon underwent successful knee surgeries Tuesday.
Head coach Romeo Crennel expects both to be ready for the season but neither is expected to play in any preseason games.

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Titans RBs Chris Brown (groin) and LenDale White were unable to finish practice Tuesday.
White's injury is classified as "soreness." He had a torn hamstring earlier in the offseason. Neither injury is considered serious.

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The Associated Press reports Matt Jones will likely miss the rest of practices this week with a sprained ankle.
Jones will wear a boot and will probably not be ready for Friday's intrasquad scrimmage. The AP calls Jones' sprain "moderate."

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Dee Brown and Quentin Griffin may now be battling for a roster spot with Michael Bennett in Kansas City.
Oh, don't forget McKenzi Smith. Brown previously appeared the favorite to back up Larry Johnson pending Priest Holmes' return. Now, Brown may have to outperform Griffin on special teams just to avoid final cuts.

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Pats linebacker Tedy Bruschi may have fractured his wrist in practice on Tuesday.
He'll miss at least a week of camp while the injury is evaluated and the Pats already have depth problems at ILB. Monty Beisel is a starter and the team may have to move Mike Vrabel inside. Even if it was broken, Bruschi would have time to get ready for Week 1.

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Deion Branch and the Patriots haven't spoken in a week.
Not a good sign. While the two sides aren't getting closer, Tom Brady put a little heat on the organization saying Branch was, "The most important player on our offense. When I look at the elite receivers in the game, he is second to nobody." Branch's agent has to love that.

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The Patriots will activate Richard Seymour from the PUP list Wednesday.
Seymour actually wasn't hurt. Seymour was waiting to officially be allowed to sign his contract extension that he agreed to in April. The Patriots may play more 4-3 defense this season, which could help Seymour in the sack department.

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Patrick Ramsey has reportedly lost the starting quarterback battle to Chad Pennington.
The report probably won't be confirmed by the Jets, but the team has been impressed with Pennington's progress. The preseason could affect things, but Ramsey looks like the team's backup with rookie Kellen Clemens also struggling in camp.

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Duce Staley has taken most of the third-down snaps in training camp for Pittsburgh.
It appears that Staley is a slight favorite over Verron Haynes to pick up third-down and goal line duties.

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The release of Rashaun Woods should guarantee Vincent Jackson at least the No. 3 receiver role.
The way the Chargers talk about the immensely gifted Jackson, he could pass Eric Parker on the depth chart as a starter. Philip Rivers says Jackson can be the "best receiver in the league."

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Chargers LB Donnie Edwards has missed three straight days of practices with a back injury.
The organization's eagerness to trade Edwards probably isn't helping.

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Musa Smith is reportedly pushing Mike Anderson for the backup role in Baltimore.
Considering the money Anderson received, it would be a surprise to see Smith pass him on the depth chart.

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Brandon Marshall has a shot to be Denver's third receiver this season.
The development of the Central Florida product in training camp has reportedly been impressive. Called "Baby T.O." because of his size, Marshall is competing with Darius Watts and David Terrell for playing time.

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Colts signed third-round LB Freddie Keiaho.
Terms weren't disclosed. The San Diego State produce should be a backup as a rookie. He was the final Colts draft pick to sign.

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Carson Palmer will participate in the team's annual intersquad scrimmage Friday.
Yet another sign that Palmer's knee is close to being ready to play. The team hasn't been too cautious with his work in training camp and at this point only a major setback would prevent a Week 1 start.

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Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said he's noticed a "maturity" in Chris Henry during training camp.
Well, he hasn't been arrested for almost two months. The comment is noteworthy because the Bengals were thought to have given up on Henry, who is still awaiting a few trials. It looks like he can still make the team.

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ESPN reports that no decision has been made regarding the Jets' starting quarterback decision.
It's no surprise the Jets are sending out word that the competition is still going. Whether it's official news or not, it's been clear to most observers that Pennington is far ahead of the other Jets quarterbacks.

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Mark Clayton has missed the last two Ravens practices with a hamstring injury.
It's not believed to be serious, but Clayton struggled with similar problems a year ago. Clayton has promise in his second season, but is an injury risk.

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Browns trade RB Lee Suggs to Jets for DB Derrick Strait.

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Browns trade RB Lee Suggs to Jets for DB Derrick Strait.
That deal is now voided due to Suggs failing a physical.

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Jets acquire RB Kevan Barlow from 49ers for an undisclosed draft pick.

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Patriots give WR Deion Branch permission to seek a trade.

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Raiders sign QB Jeff George.

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Titans sign QB Kerry Collins.

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Titans sign QB Kerry Collins.



What happened to the great Vince Young?

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Raiders sign QB Jeff George.



How does that guy keep finding a job????? :eek:

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What happened to the great Vince Young?
It looks like he is being pushed farther down the depth chart. I don't know what they are going to do with their starting QB's.

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How does that guy keep finding a job????? :eek:

Thats got to be a joke. Someone is pulling our leg. What is he like 45 years old by now and he was terrible on his best day. Next thing we'll hear is that someone went and picked up Ryan Leaf as a backup :rolleyes:

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How does that guy keep finding a job????? :eek:

Thats got to be a joke. Someone is pulling our leg. What is he like 40 years old by now and he was terrible on his best day. The last stats I saw on him were from around 2001. Next thing we'll hear is that someone went and picked up Ryan Leaf as a backup :rolleyes:

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Thats got to be a joke. Someone is pulling our leg. What is he like 40 years old by now and he was terrible on his best day. The last stats I saw on him were from around 2001. Next thing we'll hear is that someone went and picked up Ryan Leaf as a backup :rolleyes:


No joke....He's there....incredible.

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It looks like he is being pushed farther down the depth chart. I don't know what they are going to do with their starting QB's.


I do...Kerry Collins is coming in to take the starting position. There is a void of Pro QB's out there, real qb's not college qb's.

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What happened to the great Vince Young?

Here's a guy who seems to know the answer to your question...

http://www.sportsline.com/nfl/story/9626003

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Here's a guy who seems to know the answer to your question...

http://www.sportsline.com/nfl/story/9626003


I said the same thing all last year. He'd make a great receiver though.

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Raiders trade WR Doug Gabriel to Patriots for an undisclosed draft pick.

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Broncos cut RB Ron Dayne.

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Browns cut RB Lee Suggs.

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Rams cut RB Moe Williams.

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It looks like he is being pushed farther down the depth chart. I don't know what they are going to do with their starting QB's.

Volek might be a trade in waiting...

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Broncos released QB Bradlee Van Pelt, Denver goes with just 2 qb`s

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Broncos released WR David Terrell.
The former No. 8 overall pick has been a complete bust as a pro.

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If Deion Branch wins his grievance(s) filed against the Patriots next week, he would reportedly be traded to the New York Jets.
Branch agreed to six-year contracts with both New York and Seattle late in the week, but the Jets were the only team that offered New England a pick. The Seahawks reportedly "got in the game late." Branch remains in limbo until a decision on the grievance has been made.

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Dolphins waived QB/WR/Specialist Marcus Vick.
If Vick makes it through waivers, he'll likely end up on the practice squad. Coach Nick Saban is high on the troubled youngster.

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Steelers released WR Quincy Morgan

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It's a sad day when Jeff George, Mr. Irrelevent (Kevin McMahan), and "He Hate Me" (Smart) all get cut by the same team. Duane Starks, every Patriots fan's favorite player, is also done. George could be re-signed if Oakland loses a QB to injury this year.

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Patriots placed RB/FB Patrick Pass on reserve/PUP.
When he returns, either Heath Evans or Garrett Mills could lose their roster spot.

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Bills signed DB/WR LaShaun Ward, formerly of the Cowboys.
Ward was with Buffalo earlier in the offseason, but was cut, then signed with Dallas for a short time. He was tried at wideout with the Cowboys but will play in Buffalo's secondary.

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William Green's tenure as a Brown is reportedly over.
Currently on I.R. with a slight knee injury, the Browns are looking to reach an injury settlement with the disappointing former first-round pick. Jason Wright will be Cleveland's third back in 2006.

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Browns S Brian Russell will undergo elbow surgery on Sunday.
Coach Romeo Crennel has listed the veteran free safety as questionable for Week 1. Brodney Pool and Sean Jones will likely both be in the starting lineup if Russell misses the game.

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The Colts' final roster cuts have yet to pass through league wires.
Jonathan Wells was among the cuts, which were reportedly not released as a response to the Indianapolis Star's coverage of Adam Vinatieri's ankle injury. The other unofficial cuts include Marc Boerigter and undrafted PK Shane Andrus.

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The Patriots reportedly gave up a fifth-round pick for Doug Gabriel.
We're confused why Oakland would give up a starter so cheaply. ESPN.com's John Clayton says it's because of the development of Johnnie Morant and Ronald Curry, but a fifth-round pick isn't much for the Patriots to give up for two cheap years of Gabriel.

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Chris Hannon made the Chiefs as an undrafted rookie receiver.
Hannon never got much better after an impressive sophomore season at Tennessee. But he possesses the size (6-3/205) to make an impact down the line. Hannon will work on special teams as a rookie.

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Broncos placed C Greg Eslinger on injured reserve, ending his season.
Eslinger, a sixth-round pick, has a chance to be Denver's center of the future. The Broncos are probably saving him up on I.R.

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Derrick Ross made the Chiefs as an undrafted rookie tailback.
Ross, who played college ball at little-known Tarleton State, beat out Quentin Griffin and McKenzi Smith to be Kansas City's fourth back.

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Charlie Batch will start at quarterback for the Steelers in Week 1.

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Dolphins claimed TE Tim Massaquoi off waivers from Tampa.
He was a seventh-round pick this season.

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Dolphins placed T Joe Toledo on injured reserve with a knee injury, ending his season.
The rookie was off to a promising start as a pro. He was a likely starter before getting hurt.

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Ben Roethlisberger has been ruled out for Week 1 after undergoing an appendectomy.
He missed practiced Sunday and his status is believed to be "week-to-week." We looked at many old cases and most players missed only two weeks, sometimes three, so Big Ben looks questionable for Week 2. Charlie Batch will start in the meantime.

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Patriots signed WR Jonathan Smith.
New England is looking to improve their return coverage units.

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Jets claimed TE Zach Hilton (Saints) and DL Rashad Moore (Raiders) off waivers.
It's a good landing spot for Hilton. New York is looking for a pass-catcher at tight end, where Hilton will backup Chris Baker.

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The Palm Beach post reports the Dolphins claimed RB Lee Suggs off waivers from Cleveland.
Miami has another roster spot open and could add another running back. Suggs will have to prove he's healthy, but he's the immediate favorite to be Ronnie Brown's backup.

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Steelers signed CB Ike Taylor to a four-year contract extension through 2010 worth $22.5 million.
Pittsburgh did a great job developing Taylor into their top cornerback since he was drafted in 2003. He will make $6.4 million in guarantees. This is the second smart below-market deal Pittsburgh has completed with a young starter this week.

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Colts.com reports the team has claimed DT Dan Klecko and De De Dorsey off waivers.
The Colts, who also have Dexter Reid and Adam Vinatieri on the roster, loves picking up former Patriots. Dorsey was on Cincinnati's roster in the preseason.

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Titans coach said Jeff Fisher publicly says his quarterback situation remains "up in the air."
A decision won't be announced publicly until later this week, but it would be a shock if Kerry Collins wasn't the team's starter. Tennessee attempted to trade Billy Volek Saturday.

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Jets coach Eric Mangini says Laveranues Coles will not be traded.
"No," he said. "Laveranues is a member of the New York Jets." The Eagles' team site concocted a rumor the Jets were looking to deal Coles.

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Raiders head coach Art Shell says he'll keep Jeff George, who was released Saturday, "on speed dial" in case of an emergency.
George will be patiently waiting near his rotary phone for the call.;)

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Colts released WR Marc Boerigter.
The team could consider signing Boerigter if they have injuries at wideout this season.

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Colts release QB Shaun King.
Indianapolis will go with just two active quarterbacks for now. It's a good sign that backup Jim Sorgi's shoulder is fine.

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Dolphins sign RB Lee Suggs.

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Mike Bell fractured his middle finger Sunday and may need surgery.
Bell suffered the injury on the second play of the game, and fought through it for an impressive rookie debut. It's uncertain if Bell will miss any time, but it won't help his propensity for fumbling. The local Denver papers treated the injury as minor.

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Dennis Northcutt will start opposite Braylon Edwards while Joe Jurevicius recovers from his rib injury sustained in Week 1.
Edwards and Northcutt - in a bit of a surprise - started Sunday's regular season opener. Jurevicius is expected to miss four-to-six weeks.