Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell will likely see 300 carries this season, but not much more than that as the team will use RBs LeGarrette Blount and Dri Archer to spell him and keep him fresh.
Steelers | Le’Veon Bell could see 300 carries
Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Hue Jackson believes he has the best quarterback-wide receiver duo in the NFL in fourth-year players Andy Dalton and A.J. Green.
Hue Jackson: Andy Dalton, A.J. Green best QB-WR duo
In today’s Three and Out: Ben Tate could be sharing opportunities; Jordan Cameron could see more opportunities of his own.
Because PKs Alex Henery and Carey Spear are struggling, it is possible the team could bring in a new kicker. Henery can hit field goals but has no distance on kickoffs, while Spear is just the opposite. Both specialists could be unseated by a free agent signing like PK Rob Bironas (Titans).
Eagles | New kicker possible?
Detroit Lions S James Ihedigbo is fitting in nicely with his new team, and he believes part of the reason is his old secondary coach with the Baltimore Ravens, Teryl Austin, is now the Lions’ defensive coordinator. ‘I’m definitely doing the best I can and helping guys understand [the defensive scheme],’ said Ihedigbo. ‘I answer any questions that guys may have. But it’s all about us getting used to it. It’s a new system. The awesome thing is that guys are learning it, they’re learning it quick and they’re being able to play at a high level.’
Lions | James Ihedigbo credits old coach for helping him fit in
Arizona Cardinals CB Antonio Cromartie said he recently ran the 40-yard dash in 4.34 seconds and 4.36 seconds.
Footballguys View: Cromartie can still play at a fairly high level if healthy and motivated. The Cardinals have a swarming defense, and Cromartie should benefit from the team’s suffocating pass-rushers up front.
Cardinals | Antonio Cromartie says he still runs fast
Jacksonville Jaguars OT Luke Joeckel (ankle) was able to participate in all of the offseason workouts and said that his surgically repaired ankle feels good.
Jaguars | Luke Joeckel feels good
Jacksonville Jaguars SS Sherrod Martin (groin) should be ready for the start of training camp even though he missed the last four practice because of a groin injury.
Jaguars | Sherrod Martin should be ready for camp
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Dri Archer said he is not sure what his role will be this upcoming season but does expect to make an impact. ‘It’s going to be a big role, but I’m just going to do whatever I’m asked to do. Play receiver, play running back, helping special teams. Whatever they want me to do, I’m going to do it,’ Archer said.
Steelers | Dri Archer unsure about role
Cincinnati Bengals RB James Wilder Jr. appears to be a long shot to make the final roster, but the team likely would want him on their practice squad.
Bengals | James Wilder likely a practice squad option