Redskins- Shaun Alexander
Free agent Shaun Alexander says he hasn't ruled out a return to the NFL.
The rest of the league has, but Alexander isn't ready to admit it. The 32-year old says he's had "preliminary talks with a few teams." Alexander spent part of last season with the Redskins, finishing with 11 carries for 24 yards.
Source: Mobile Press-Register Steelers- Heath Miller
Profootballtalk.com picked up recent "scuttlebut" that the Steelers could make Heath Miller a salary cap casualty.
PFT then contacted a source with "intimate knowledge" of the team's decision making, however, and found that there's no truth to it. First of all, the cap savings to slash Miller's $800K salary would be minimal. Secondly, Miller is one of the top-ten all-around tight ends in the game. And third, the Steelers have all along been more likely to extend Miller's deal than terminate it.
Source: Profootballtalk.com Ravens- Joe Flacco
Football Scientist K.C. Joyner says Joe Flacco was the most improved rookie in the league during the second half of 2008.
Joyner says Flacco's decision making and vertical passing improved sharply down the stretch despite a tougher schedule. This all sounds promising, but keep in mind that coordinator Cam Cameron rarely allowed Flacco to throw inside the numbers, dramatically reducing the risk of turnover. We'll see how good Flacco is this season, when he's (presumably) allowed full QB duty.
Source: New York Times Jets- Brett Favre
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that Vikings trainer Eric Sugarman flew to Hattiesburg, MS on Wednesday to meet with free agent Brett Favre.
It's Sugarman's second visit to check on Favre's physical state; the two also met in mid-June. A Vikings source tells the Star-Trib that Favre's May biceps surgery "was a complete success" and that his arm will be 100% by the start of training camp. There's next to no doubt he'll be a Viking before then.
Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune Lions- Brandon Pettigrew
The Lions were reportedly "pretty happy" with rookie Brandon Pettigrew's showing during OTAs and minicamps.
Pettigrew made a few "outstanding grabs" and showed good focus and competitiveness. The Lions won't ease Pettigrew in; he's going to be an every down player on day one. Just don't expect more than mid-range TE2 value.
Source: MLive.com Bengals- Chase Coffman
Bengals rookie TE Chase Coffman says he's "very close to being 100 percent" recovered from his senior-year foot fracture.
Coffman was cleared for 11-on-11 minicamp drills in late June and says he's still building back muscle in his lower body. Considering his injury and lack of blocking experience, we're still not expecting much in Coffman's first year.
Source: Dayton Daily News Lions- Aaron Brown
Lions sixth-round pick Aaron Brown reportedly showed explosiveness as a ball carrier during spring practices.
Brown is fighting just to make the roster, but he's probably got an edge on old regime holdover Aveion Cason. The spot will come down to special teams play.
Source: Detroit Free PressCowboys- DeMarcus Ware
Cowboys OLB DeMarcus Ware expressed confidence Thursday that he'll be signing a long-term extension shortly.
Ware also confirmed that he won't hold out of training camp, despite entering a contract season. "(There's) nothing that's going to stop me from doing what I do best, and that's rush the passer and play well," said the reigning sacks leader. "There's no deadline at all. I picture myself a lifetime Cowboy."
Source: Dallas Morning News Patriots- Wes Welker
Wes Welker recently changed agents from Vann McElroy to David Dunn of Athletes First.
Welker is signed through 2011, but he could easily argue that he's underpaid. No one has as many receptions over the last two years and Welker's '09 salary is just $1.65 million. He led the Pats in catches and receiving yards in 2008. Still, the the agent switch reportedly isn't aimed at getting a new deal.
Source: Boston Globe Bears- Greg Olsen
Bears tight end coach Rob Boras said Greg Olsen will line up anywhere in the offense to try to create mismatches against a safety or linebacker.
All reports out of Chicago say Olsen and new QB Jay Cutler are working together well and are getting on the same page. Olsen is ultra-talented and has a real good chance at a breakout season.
Source: chicagobears.com Buccaneers- Brian Clark
Bucs wide receivers coach Richard Mann said that Brian Clark was the front-runner for the team's No. 3 WR job.
Kelly Campbell and Dexter Jackson are in the mix as well, but none figure to have much of a fantasy impact. The situation will get shaken out at training camp.
Source: buccaneers.com Giants- Brandon Jacobs
Giants RB Brandon Jacobs took a shot at Cowboys QB Tony Romo, saying "I don't think he's that good a passer, to be honest with you."
Jacobs made the comments on ESPN 1050 radio in New York. Everyone seems to be down on Romo these days, and Jacobs' words will only fan the flames of the rivalry.
Source: ESPN 1050 Radio Dolphins- Vontae Davis
Dolphins GM Jeff Ireland said that there had been just "preliminary discussions" about first-round pick Vontae Davis' contract.
Talks with second-round pick CB Sean Smith are expected to start this week. The Dolphins are building some nice depth in the defensive backfield. Most rookies taken in the first or second round won't be signed until training camp gets closer.
Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel Seahawks- Walter Jones
Seahawks LT Walter Jones (microfracture surgery) was spotted running off to the side during minicamp.
According to Mike Sando of ESPN.com, Jones' biggest worry is his conditioning. Jones says the rehab on his knee is going well, but we'll have to wait until he gets some contact to be sure. He's obviously a key to the Seahawks' offense.
Source: ESPN.com
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