Josh Freeman(QB)
The Bucs reportedly feel "very good" about their chances of getting first-round pick Josh Freeman signed before the start of camp Friday.
Discussions to this point have been "productive and amicable." Freeman would benefit from getting to training camp on time as he vies for snaps with vets Luke McCown and Byron Leftwich. He's the clear underdog in the battle.
Source: NFL.com 
D.J Hackett (WR)
The Lions will try out free agent wideout D.J. Hackett on Friday, according to NFL Network's Jason La Canfora.
They must have not been blown away by Keary Colbert and John Standeford at OTAs. Hackett could put pressure on starting split end Bryant Johnson.
Source: Jason La Canfora on Twitter 
Quinn Sypniewski (TE)
Despite waiving him Monday, Ravens coach John Harbaugh says free agent TE Quinn Sypniewski is "still very much in our plans down the road."
He'd better hope Sypniewski isn't claimed off waivers, then. A 27-year-old with dominant blocking skills, Sypniewski will generate interest if he's healthy.
Source: Jamison Hensley on Twitter 
Hollis Thomas (DT)The Lions have reportedly been in discussions with free agent DT Hollis Thomas.
Thomas is expected to decide between four teams this week. We knew the Eagles were one, and the Lions look like another. Detroit has to protect itself with starting NT Grady Jackson at risk of a four-game StarCaps suspension.
Source: Detroit News 
Michael Vick (QB)
After learning of his conditional reinstatement to the NFL Monday, free agent Michael Vick issued a statement expressing "gratitude" and "appreciation" for the commissioner's decision. Vick admitted his "terrible mistakes" and said he understands playing football "is a privilege, not a right, and I am fully thankful." "Finally, I want to sincerely thank Coach (Tony) Dungy for being in my corner," Vick added. "And I look forward to him being a mentor for me." ESPN's John Clayton reports that Vick's phone is "already ringing." Time will tell if anything is serious.
Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports
Josh Cribbs (KR)
Despite Browns KR Josh Cribbs' pledge to report to training camp on time, he is reportedly "adamant" that he will sit out regular season games if the club doesn't upgrade his contract.
Cribbs reportedly at least needs "significant progress" to be willing to suit up for Week 1. The Browns haven't shown much urgency, but that could change after they get their draft class signed. They have well over a month to appease Cribbs, who is severely underpaid at just $620,000 in 2009 salary.
Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 
Brandon Marshall (WR)
Brandon Marshall reported to Broncos training camp on time Monday, and his agent is in Dove Valley.
The Broncos asked Marshall to be at camp three days early because of his hip injury, and he didn't want to risk $15,888 in daily fines. This is a good sign that Marshall is willing to do what the organization asks even though he wants to be traded. We'll see how long the good faith lasts.
Source: FOX31 KDVR 
Leon Washington (RB)
Sports Illustrated's Peter King predicts that Jets RB Leon Washington will approach 300 combined touches this season.
Explained coach Rex Ryan: "He had six touchdowns on 73 carries last year. That number has to go up -- drastically. And it will." Washington will have to add about 100 touches from scrimmage to reach that total. While we agree that he'll have a larger role, King's prediction is on the optimistic side. Thomas Jones is coming off an All-Pro season, and rookie Shonn Greene will be added to the mix.
Source: Sports Illustrated 
Marvin Harrison (WR)
A second man is now alleging that free agent receiver Marvin Harrison shot him during a shootout in Philadelphia last year.
Robert Nixon, 33, claims he was caught in the crossfire when Harrison shot at Dwight Dixon on April 29, 2008. The new suit alleges "assault, battery negligence, and reckless misconduct." The emerging accusations against Harrison may be affecting his market value. He's getting next to no interest.
Source: ESPN.com 
Knowshon Moreno (RB)
First-round picks Knowshon Moreno and Robert Ayers remained unsigned and were no-shows for Denver's first training camp workout Monday.
The Broncos are believed to be close to a deal with Ayers, but would be helped if some other picks around his draft slot (18th overall) signed first. Moreno could use all the practice he can get to beat out Correll Buckhalter.
Source: Associated Press
Reggie Bush (RB)
Reggie Bush and girlfriend/actress Kim Kardashian have decided to split, according to People Magazine.
They dated for two years, but reportedly couldn't keep it going long distance. Bush can now focus on his recovery from microfracture surgery, while Kardashian can get back to making sex tapes with little-known R&B singers.
Source: People Magazine 
Michael Crabtree (WR)
Profootballtalk.com is hearing that the 49ers "won't flinch" on Michael Crabtree's reportedly exorbitant contract demands.
The agents of players around Crabtree's draft slot (No. 10) are hoping San Francisco satisfies his top-three pick contract request so they'll get more for their clients. But that reportedly isn't going to happen. The 49ers have the receiver depth to withstand a Crabtree holdout, but Josh Morgan and Isaac Bruce will likely be starting on opening day if it extends long enough.
Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports
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