Updating a previous report, Indianapolis Colts SS Joe Lefeged was arrested Saturday, June 29, and charged with carrying a firearm without a license, unregistered firearm, unregistered ammunition, presence of a firearm in a motor vehicle and possession of an open container of alcohol.
Colts | Joe Lefeged arrest update

Joel Corry, former agent and current writer for CBSSports.com, believes Giants WR Hakeem Nicks could land a big money deal if he bounces back from a disappointing 2012 season. If he gets back on track in 2013 Nicks could command in excess of $10MM per season because of his talent and big play ability.

Our View: Nicks has the talent to be a top 15 WR in the NFL but is coming off the worst statistical season in his career. He caught only 53 passes for 692 yards and three touchdowns as he worked through nagging knee and foot injuries. In 2010 & 2011 combined Nicks had over 150 catches, over 2,200 yards receiving and 18 TD grabs. The talent is there, he just needs to stay healthy if he wants to break the bank next offseason.
Giants | Big money in a bounce back year for Nicks

The Chicago Bears have taken a wait and see approach with QB Jay Cutler as he enters the final year of his contract. The team has made several upgrades and changes on the offensive side of the ball and are looking for Cutler to reap the rewards.

Our View: The Bears have made a ton of strong moves this offseason. They added free agent LT Jermon Bushrod to be the blind side protector for Cutler. The team also went out and signed free agent TE Martellus Bennett to upgrade the weapons for Cutler to throw to. In the 2013 NFL draft they selected RG Kyle Long in the first-round and will feature an offense where Cutler gets rid of the ball quickly. These moves should lead to Cutler having a very good season. He’s a value for fantasy owners at QB17. His current ADP has him coming off the board at 11.11.
Bears | Taking a wait and see approach with QB Cutler

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are not sold on Josh Freeman as their QB of the future according to former agent Joel Corry from CBSSports.com. The team is comfortable letting Freeman play out the final season of his five-year, $32.14 million rookie contract. They also added a QB they think could be the long-term answer when they selected Mike Glennon (NC State) in the third-round of the 2013 NFL draft.

Our View: Freeman finished the season on a down note with nine interceptions over the last three games of the season. Before week 15 Freeman had 25 TD passes and only eight interceptions. He set franchise records for passing yards (4,065) and passing touchdowns (27) in 2012. Freeman could get a large contract if he plays more consistently and stays away from the mistakes that plagued him late last season. The Buccaneers have to realize Glennon may need more work to develop as a passer and rushing him into the starting lineup this year or next may not be the best idea.
Buccaneers | Not sold on Josh Freeman as QB of the future?

Pittsburgh Steelers SS Troy Polamalu only played in seven games last season due to a problematic calf injury. He has changed his offseason workout to hopefully improve his durability in 2013.

Our View: Some think age is catching up with the hard hitting 32-year old veteran. The Steelers are a different (worse) defense when he’s not on the field. If they want to make a serious playoff push then Polamalu needs to be healthy.
Steelers | Polamalu changed offseason workout program

Minnesota Vikings DE Jared Allen has not been negotiating with the team for a new long-term deal even though he’s entering the final year of his contract in 2013. He only had 12 sacks last season as he fought through nagging shoulder and knee problems. It is crucial for Allen to erase any concerns that his dropoff was due to age since he will turn 32 next year.

Our View: Allen needs to stay healthy if he wants to play up to his potential. He had off-season surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and a torn meniscus in his right knee. We’ll see if he can get back on track this year and push for the NFL lead in sacks.
Vikings | Crucial for Allen to erase concerns about his age in 2013

San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers can no longer be considered elite after two disappointing seasons. He has a $15MM cap number in 2014 and many believe he’s in a make or break year in 2013.

Our View: We believe that new Chargers head coach Mike McCoy can bring out the best in Rivers. In an interview on The Audible Chargers beat writer Michael Gehlken from the SD Union-Tribune says that Rivers has been one of the most impressive players this offseason. Rivers is a value in fantasy leagues right now. His current ADP is QB19 and he’s coming off the board at 12.11 in 12 team leagues.
Chargers | Rivers in make or break year?

Many feel rookie RB Christine Michael (Texas A&M) is a star in the making. In fact, ESPN.com’s Matt Williams wrote this in a recent piece on the rookie. “Expect Pete Carroll and company to harness Michael’s great talent by bringing him along slowly. By 2016, he will be a total stud and a true every-down running back. Ignoring their extenuating circumstances, (Marcus) Lattimore and Michael are the most talented all-around running backs from this latest draft class.”

Our View: Sigmund Bloom nicknamed Michael ‘Starbucks’ because of his highly caffeinated running style. Michael’s legs churn like jackhammers when he’s running between the tackles and he’s difficult to bring down. Cecil Lammey was impressed with Michael earlier this year during the week of practice for the Shrine Game. However, he did note Michael’s full speed had not quite returned at that time. Michael has severe durability concerns after his junior (knee) and sophomore (leg) seasons were cut short by injury. Michael will compete with second-year RB Robert Turbin to be the primary backup behind Marshawn Lynch in 2013.
Seahawks | Michael a star in the making?