New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan said he would like to use QB Geno Smith on read-option plays because he believes Smith can be a weapon on offense. Ryan is intrigued by Smith’s running ability.
Jets | Coach wants to use Geno Smith on read-option
Houston Texans TE Garrett Graham (illness) has passed a physical and has been activated from the Non-Football Illness list.
Texans | Garrett Graham activated
Cleveland Browns general manager Michael Lombardi said the preseason games will be a big factor in whether PK Shayne Graham or PK Brandon Bogotay wins the kicker job. ‘I think games are going to be really important for the kickers ’cause it’s like you have to watch them with people around and in situations,’ Lombardi said. ‘You can simulate that. I think [head coach Rob Chudzinski] done a good job of trying to do that. But I think ultimately with people in the stands I think it’s important to watch them.’
Browns | GM says preseason game will determine PK competition
The Seattle Seahawks are aiming for Percy Harvin’s return by Thanksgiving, Ian Rapoport reported. Coach Pete Carroll told “ITC” on Wednesday that Harvin won’t be rushed back into the lineup.
Percy Harvin won’t be rushed back, Pete Carroll says
NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reported the Seattle Seahawks are aiming for Percy Harvin’s return by Thanksgiving. Coach Pete Carroll told “Inside Training Camp Live” Wednesday that Harvin won’t be rushed back into the lineup.
Percy Harvin won’t return until 100 percent, Carroll says
Cleveland Browns general manager Michael Lombardi said he has been happy with QB Brandon Weeden’s work during offseason workouts and training camp. ‘I think everybody that practices football has really good days and they have some bad days and I think everything’s a learning experience and I think he clearly has proven in the offseason that he’s gotten better at everything they’ve asked him to do,’ Lombardi said. ‘So every day is about getting better and I think that’s what a lot of players are doing.’
Browns | GM happy with Brandon Weeden’s progress
Riley Cooper is facing consequences after a video surfaced of the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver using racially insensitive language at a concert. Cooper issued a public apology Wednesday.
Riley Cooper apologizes for insensitive comments
Minnesota Vikings DEs Lawrence Jackson, D’Aundre Reed and George Johnson have been competing for the No. 4 defensive end job during training camp.
Vikings | Three competing for No. 4 DE job
The New York Jets could use a running-back-by-committee approach this season with RB Chris Ivory being the lead runner. The team is hoping Ivory will be able to handle 15 carries a game. RB Bilal Powell is expected to be the No. 2 running back and is the leading candidate for the third-down back role.
Jets | Could use RB by committee
Buffalo Bills DE Mario Williams (foot) would not discuss anything about how he suffered his foot injury or when he suffered the injury. Head coach Doug Marrone said Williams is dealing with a left foot injury and is considered day-to-day.
Bills | Mario Williams not talking about injury