Rex Ryan told reporters Wednesday that his New York Jets plan to use more Wildcat, not less, in 2013. Why is the Jets coach so enamored with the subpackage?
Rex Ryan: Wildcat ‘here to stay’ for New York Jets
The Denver Broncos have made a contract offer to retired OG Ryan Lilja. The team is hoping Lilja could compete for the team’s starting center job if he makes a comeback. Lilja is expected to make a decision in the next day or two.
Broncos | Make offer to Ryan Lilja
The Dallas Cowboys are close to signing undrafted free-agent DE Toby Jackson (Central Florida). Jackson was one of the four players the team worked out Tuesday, July 30.
Cowboys | Close to signing Toby Jackson
The Miami Dolphins wanted to work out free-agent WR Early Doucet (Cardinals) Tuesday, July 30, but he was scheduled to work out for the Seattle Seahawks.
Dolphins | Wanted to work out Early Doucet
Multiple reports say Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie was carted off the field during Wednesday’s practice with a leg injury. Details are unclear, but DRC would be a costly loss for the Denver Broncos.
Report: Broncos’ Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie hurt
Seattle Seahawks LB O’Brien Schofield will initially be used at strongside linebacker, but the team believes he can be versatile. ‘He’s very active; he’s a very versatile football player. He’s played outside backer and rushing third down. Again, in that role that we like. You know, all of the things that the Sam and the Will can do. We are really excited to get him on the team. Unfortunately, it took us a couple of years to get him,’ head coach Pete Carroll said.
Seahawks | O’Brien Schofield to work at OLB
Updating a previous report, Buffalo Bills head coach Doug Marrone said he does not believe CB Justin Rogers (hamstring) will miss much playing time because of his hamstring injury.
Bills | Justin Rogers not expected to miss much time
The NFL and NFL Players Association announced major changes to the format of the Pro Bowl, effective in 2014. Say hello to Deion Sanders and Jerry Rice, alumni captains — and roster makers.
NFL, NFLPA announce significant changes to Pro Bowl
Denver Broncos CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (undisclosed) was carted off the field Wednesday, July 31, after suffering an apparent left knee or ankle injury.
Broncos | Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie carted off
Updating a previous report, the Washington Redskins worked out free-agent LB Nick Barnett (Packers) Tuesday, July 30. The team is looking to add depth at inside linebacker because of the injury to LB Keenan Robinson (pectoral).
Redskins | Nick Barnett worked out