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The Dallas Cowboys want to put the football in the hands of rookie WR Dez Bryant often this season, reports Charean Williams, of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram. They plan to use him not only as a third receiver, but also as a returner. He has worked on returning both punts and kickoffs during training camp, and said he is more comfortable on punt returns.
Cleveland Browns rookie RB Montario Hardesty, who is competing for a starting job during training camp, was one of the stars of the team during the offseason, reports Tony Grossi, of The Cleveland Plain Dealer. Now that training camp is here, Hardesty will need to continue to stand out and stay healthy while taking hits from defenders.
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said WR Andre Caldwell was the team's most improved player during offseason workouts, reports Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer. Caldwell, however, could see diminished playing time now that the team has added WR Terrell Owens.
Jacksonville Jaguars QB David Garrard is entering a crucial year with the team and needs to have a very strong season if he is going to be the team's quarterback of the future, reports Vito Stellino, of The Florida Times-Union. If he doesn't improve, the Jaguars may turn towards the NFL Draft next year to find a new quarterback.
Kansas City Chiefs rookie WR Dexter McCluster will be used as the team's slot receiver in three- and four-receiver sets, reports Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star. He is also an option for the team on punt and kickoff returns.
Dallas Cowboys LB Sean Lee (quad) hopes to return from a quad injury by this weekend, reports Charean Williams, of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WRs Reggie Brown, Michael Clayton, Arrelious Benn and Mike Williams will battle during training camp for starting roles at wide receiver, reports Ira Kaufman, of The Tampa Tribune. The Buccaneers' coaches are excited about the big-play potential Williams brings to the table and he may be able to provide QB Josh Freeman with the deep threat he is looking for.
Buffalo Bills rookie NT Torell Troup is expected to play a complementary role to NT Kyle Williams on the Buffalo defensive line this season, reports Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com. He worked with the second-string defense during the summer.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a four-year deal with rookie OLB Jason Worilds, a second-round draft choice, reports Scott Brown, of The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
Denver Broncos rookie WR Demaryius Thomas missed his first day of training camp workouts with the team Wednesday, July 28, because he has yet to sign his contract, reports Mike Klis, of The Denver Post. Fantasy Football Rankings: Yahoo! Sports Scoring Preparing for your fantasy football draft? KFFL.com can help! Access our latest Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet for Yahoo! Sports league scoring. It's just one mouse click away...
Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox said they are going to monitor WR Steve Smith's (arm) status on a week-by-week basis, reports Panthers.com. He noted it will come down to a medical decision and they will take it as slowly as they need to.
Cincinnati Bengals rookie DE Carlos Dunlap is expected to be used primarily as a pass-rush specialist this year, reports Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer.
Dallas Cowboys LG Kyle Kosier is receiving some snaps at center just in case the team needs him there at some point this season, reports Charean Williams, of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Kosier has never played center before.
The Jacksonville Jaguars and rookie DL Tyson Alualu have yet to start serious negotiations to work out his initial deal, reports Vito Stellino, of The Florida Times-Union. Alualu was the team's first-round pick.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Sammie Stroughter will once again be the team's slot receiver when training camp begins, reports Ira Kaufman, of The Tampa Tribune.
Tennessee Titans rookie DE Derrick Morgan's agent, Ben Dogra, said he is going to try his best to have Morgan under contract in time for the start of training camp, reports John Glennon, of The Tennessean. The two sides have been working hard on completing a deal, but Dogra said he cannot speculate on when it will be finalized.
New York Giants LB Keith Bulluck received a one-year deal worth $2.18 million, reports Paul Schwartz, of The New York Post. His base salary in 2010 is $855,000 and he received $150,000 in the form of a signing bonus. The deal also includes $1.075 million worth of incentives.
Cincinnati Bengals WR Matt Jones could be one of five receivers on the team's roster fighting for a single roster spot, reports Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer.
The Houston Texans signed free-agent CB Aaron Glenn signed a one-day contract and retired as a member of the team, reports Nick Scurfield, of HoustonTexans.com.
Denver Broncos rookie QB Tim Tebow missed his first day of training camp workouts Wednesday, July 28, because he has yet to sign his contract, reports Mike Klis, of The Denver Post. Don't be ashamed in your fantasy football league this year! A year ago, KFFL.com's free fantasy football draft guide had running backs Brian Westbrook, Marshawn Lynch and Darren Sproles, among many others, pegged as bust picks. Did you make the mistake and try to count on them? Don't make the same mistake twice. Access KFFL.com's free fantasy football draft guide and find out who you want to draft this year!
The Detroit Lions are still trying to sign rookie RB Jahvid Best, a first-round draft choice, reports Carlos Monarrez, of The Detroit Free Press.
Indianapolis Colts RB Devin Moore is a long-shot to make the team's final roster, reports Phil Richards, of The Indianapolis Star.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers LG Keydrick Vincent, an offseason acquisition, will challenge LG Jeremy Zuttah for the starting job at left guard during training camp, reports Ira Kaufman, of The Tampa Tribune. The Buccaneers were not excited with the lack of physical play from Zuttah last year.
While training camp for the Denver Broncos doesn't officially kick off for a few days, veteran QBs Kyle Orton and Brady Quinn showed up for workouts Wednesday, July 28, reports Mike Klis, of The Denver Post.
The Detroit Lions are still trying to sign rookie DT Ndamukong Suh, a first-round draft choice, reports Carlos Monarrez, of The Detroit Free Press. Once other first-round picks selected near him sign, the salary scale will be set, which should make working out his deal easier.
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