Vikings | Short leash for Christian Ponder

Minnesota Vikings QB Christian Ponder remains the unquestioned starter entering his third NFL season. However, if he goes into a protracted slump like last season, the coaching staff could be inclined to take a look at QB Matt Cassel, who will make $3.7 million this season even if he doesn’t take a snap. Cassel fits the system of offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave better than QB Joe Webb, who is expected to serve as the third QB.
Vikings | Short leash for Christian Ponder

Browns | Interested in Barkevious Mingo

The Cleveland Browns have interest in Louisiana State DE Barkevious Mingo. The team hosted him for a pre-draft visit, and worked him out privately. If they do not pick him at No. 6 overall in the 2013 NFL Draft, which is viewed as unlikely, then a little later in the round if they trade down. Mingo would likely play outside in the team’s 3-4, multi-front scheme.
Browns | Interested in Barkevious Mingo