Pittsburgh Steelers RB Jonathan Dwyer has lost 20 pounds from his high of 240 pounds and is in better shape. Dwyer is ready to play a significant part in the team’s offense this upcoming season. ‘I am just realizing how much it takes to get where you are in this league and how hard you have to work and push yourself,’ Dwyer said. ‘This is my year to prove something to myself, the league, to the organization, that I am worth more than what I was.’
Steelers | Jonathan Dwyer dropping weight

Detroit Lions WR Nate Burleson compared teammate WR Calvin Johnson to San Francisco 49ers WR Randy Moss, who played with Burleson on the Minnesota Vikings. ‘Very similar,’ Burleson said. ‘Calvin might be slightly stronger. Moss might be slightly faster. They can go back and forth on the attributes, physically. They both have a high IQ for the game. Both (have) extremely strong hands. And they’re freaks of nature.’
Lions | Nate Burleson compares Calvin Johnson to Randy Moss

New Orleans Saints LB Jonathan Vilma is suing the NFL in federal court, claiming commissioner Roger Goodell failed to make a timely appeal ruling regarding Vilma’s season-long suspension in connection with the league’s bounty investigation. The lawsuit also asks for a temporary restraining order to allow Vilma to continue working if Goodell upholds the suspension. The suit contends Goodell has undermined ‘the integrity of the NFL and the Commissioner’s office’ by handing down punishments to Vilma and others based on evidence that is either flawed or cannot be substantiated.
Saints | Jonathan Vilma files new lawsuit

Philadelphia Eagles CB Brandon Boykin will enter training camp as the team’s primary kick returner and leading in a battle to be their nickel cornerback.
Eagles | Brandon Boykin could be kick returner

Buffalo Bills LB Nigel Bradham impressed the team with his all-around athleticism and pass coverage skill during offseason workouts. He will be the top backup at all three linebacker positions entering training camp. Bradham is also expected to make a big impact on special teams.
Bills | Nigel Bradham showing some versatility

Oakland Raiders WR Juron Criner, who was impressive during offseason workouts, could potentially challenge starting WRs Denarius Moore or Darrius Heyward-Bey if they struggle.
Raiders | Juron Criner a starting WR?

Tennessee Titans TE Taylor Thompson was impressive throughout the team’s offseason workouts. According to sources, Thompson showed elite athleticism similar to New England Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski. The Titans believe Thompson could become a dynamic offensive player and be special in the long term if he continues to develop.
Titans | Have big plans for Taylor Thompson