Detroit Lions CB Jacob Lacey will enter training camp as the favorite for the nickel back job but will have to compete with CBs Alphonso Smith and Bill Bentley for the job during camp.
Lions | Three to compete for nickel back job

New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan said he has been impressed with how LB Demario Davis performed during offseason workouts. ‘I have not been disappointed one bit,’ Ryan said. ‘This is what you get. He’s the first guy on the practice field, the last guy to leave. He’s bright-eyed, he can’t wait, can’t wait to get in the classroom, can’t wait to get on the field, be with his teammates. I think that’s why you’re going to see this young man have a long career. There’s no doubt.’
Jets | Coach impressed with Demario Davis

Minnesota Vikings QB Christian Ponder has added 20 pounds of good weight this offseason to get ready for the season. He is also working on becoming more of a leader on the team.

Our View: Ponder flashed ability as a passer in college but was often banged up. Bulking up should help him take the NFL beating this season.
Vikings | Christian Ponder bulks up this offseason

Miami Dolphins TE Anthony Fasano could have a reduced role this season because the team’s new west coast offense because it calls for players to be quick off the line and Fasano is considered as a blocker first.
Dolphins | Anthony Fasano could see reduced role in 2012

Buffalo Bills LB Arthur Moats saw most of his time at strongside linebacker in the base defense during offseason workouts but moved to inside linebacker when the team switched to their nickel defense.
Bills | Arthur Moats seeing time outside and inside

Tennessee Titans OL Fernando Velasco is considered a longshot for the starting center job because his ability to play guard and center could make him a more valuable backup.
Titans | Fernando Velasco considered longshot for center job