San Francisco 49ers WR A.J. Jenkins was inconsistent during organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamp. Jenkins needs to work on building up his upper-body strength in order to hold up against aggressive press cornerbacks at the pro level, according to sources.
49ers | A.J. Jenkins needs to build upper-body strength
The agent for Dallas Cowboys first-round pick CB Morris Claiborne (wrist) said Saturday, July 7, that he is uncertain if the rookie will be signed by the start of training camp. His agent wouldn’t get into specifics, but it is believed guaranteed money is the holdup. Claiborne is also recovering from wrist surgery which kept him out of all offseason workouts.
Cowboys | Uncertain if Morris Claiborne will sign before camp
Cleveland Browns RBs Brandon Jackson and Chris Ogbonnaya might be fighting it out for the No. 3 running back job behind rookie RB Trent Richardson and RB Montario Hardesty in training camp and the preseason. It is unlikely the Browns will keep four running backs on the roster, so Jackson and Ogbonnaya might not make the roster. However, if Hardesty suffers an injury, Jackson might end up as the primary backup with Ogbonnaya as the No. 3.
Browns | Unlikely to keep four RBs
Cleveland Browns RB Montario Hardesty is expected to serve as the primary backup to rookie RB Trent Richardson as long as he can remain healthy. If Hardesty suffers an injury, his roster spot might be in jeopardy.
Browns | Montario Hardesty expected to be primary backup
There are four candidates for the nickel cornerback position for the Buffalo Bills. CB Justin Rogers is considered the favorite for the job, with CBs Ron Brooks, Terrence McGee and Leodis McKelvin giving chase heading into training camp and the preseason.
Bills | Justin Rogers ahead in chase for nickel CB job?
The agent for first-round draft pick Morris Claiborne wouldn’t say whether the cornerback would have his rookie contract signed before the team opened training camp.
Morris Claiborne may not sign Cowboys’ contract before camp
A.J. Jenkins, the San Francisco 49ers’ top draft pick, lacks the necessary upper-body strength to beat physical coverage at the line of scrimmage, which has caused him to struggle early on, according to a report.
A.J. Jenkins, 49ers rookie WR, reportedly needs to get stronger
Cincinnati Bengals LBs Vontaze Burfict and Roddrick Muckelroy are expected to have to compete for roster spots during training camp.
Bengals | Two LBs expected to be on roster bubble
Cincinnati Bengals WR Jordan Shipley (knee) is a candidate to start the season on the Physically Unable to Perform list because they are being cautious with his recovery and have depth at wide receiver.
Bengals | Jordan Shipley a candidate to start on PUP list
Amani Toomer caused a stir by stating Tony Romo is a better QB than two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning. Michael Strahan thinks his ex-teammate isn’t thinking with a clear mind.
Michael Strahan questions Toomer’s pick Romo