The Detroit Lions’ return game was middle-of-the-pack at best last season. They might turn to Titus Young this year for a special teams boost, however, the Detroit Free Press reports.
Titus Young looks for role in Detroit Lions return game
Eric LeGrand’s life was irrevocably changed when he was injured on a kickoff in college. But the former Rutgers star says the NFL went too far by when it moved the kickoff to the 35-yard line.
Eric LeGrand: NFL kickoffs were OK where they were
Are the Hogs cooked without Bobby Petrino? Is new LSU starting QB Zach Mettenberger ready? Who carries the rock for Georgia? With SEC Media Days set to kick off, Tony Barnhart lines up the five most pressing questions.
SEC questions: Who runs the ball at Georgia? Who will ‘Bama miss most on defense?
Are the Hogs cooked without Bobby Petrino? Is new LSU starting QB Zach Mettenberger ready? Who carries the rock for Georgia? With SEC Media Days set to kick off, Tony Barnhart lines up the five most pressing questions.
SEC questions: Who runs the ball at Georgia? Who will ‘Bama miss most?
New England Patriots CB Will D. Allen is fighting for a roster spot. His biggest competition is CB Sterling Moore. Allen shifted to safety during spring practices, but is also fighting for a role as an extra defensive back in sub packages.
Patriots | Will Allen fighting for job
New England Patriots CB Sterling Moore is expected to receive his biggest challenge for a roster spot from CB Will D. Allen. In organized team activities (OTAs), Moore was the sixth defensive back on the field when the team shifted to its dime package. He is practice-squad eligible in case he doesn’t crack the 53-man roster.
Patriots | More on Sterling Moore
Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos DL Elvis Dumervil was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault with a firearm in Miami Saturday, July 14. The case is a third-degree felony. Dumervil was freed on $7,500 bail. ‘No charges have been filed,’ Dumervil’s agent said Sunday, July 15. ‘No assault took place and it’s likely once the full investigation is complete no charges will be filed against Elvis.’
Broncos | No charges filed against Elvis Dumervil yet
A long-term extension between the New England Patriots and franchised wide receiver Wes Welker would be an ‘upset’ if it happened before Monday’s deadline, according to a report.
Wes Welker reportedly far from deal with Patriots
Reggie Wayne says he isn’t afraid to hear a harsh truth. And the Colts wide receiver is ready to hear more than a few from new offensive coordinator Bruce Arians.
Reggie Wayne: New OC Bruce Arians honest with Colts
Between contract negotiations and the Saints’ “bounty” scandal, Drew Brees’ world was turned upside down. The quarterback already is looking forward to getting the season started.
Drew Brees: ‘Surreal’ offseason for New Orleans Saints