New Orleans Saints RB Khiry Robinson (leg) was catching footballs while standing on one leg as part of the next step in his rehab from a broken leg he suffered last season.
Monthly Archives: February 2016
Bengals | Jeremy Hill told to focus on power runs
Cincinnati Bengals RB Jeremy Hill met with the coaching staff late last season and was told to revert to his straightforward, power style instead of trying to turn every carry into a long run.
NFL | Braxton Miller dropping weight
Ohio State WR Braxton Miller has trimmed down from 215 pounds to 204 to showcase even more explosiveness at the NFL Scouting Combine.
NFL | Corey Coleman set to impress at combine
Baylor WR Corey Coleman tested for multiple events that will be held at the NFL Scouting Combine, recording a 4.38 40-yard dash, 45-inch vertical jump and a 6.62 time in the three-cone drill, which would have topped all receivers at the 2015 combine.
Raiders | Derek Carr in elite company
Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr’s 53 touchdown passes through his first two seasons are second only to retired QB Dan Marino’s record of 68 touchdown passes.
Broncos | Brock Osweiler talks to begin next week?
Denver Broncos impending free-agent QB Brock Osweiler could begin contract talks with the team during the NFL Scouting Combine that begins Tuesday, Feb. 23, according to beat writer Mike Klis.
Redskins | Kirk Cousins not close to new deal
Washington Redskins impending free-agent QB Kirk Cousins has not made much progress in his contract talks with the Redskins at this point, according to sources. The team may place the franchise tag on Cousins if the two sides are not able to reach an agreement.
Chargers | Run game a priority for Chargers
San Diego Chargers RBs Melvin Gordon and the Chargers’ running game will be the top priority for offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt next season. Whisenhunt said the one thing that stands out based on last season is that the Chargers need to run the football better, adding that an improved running game will help open up play-action passes and the rest of the offense as a whole.
Broncos | Denver has plans for Osweiler to start
There are plans for Denver Broncos QB Brock Osweiler to be the starting quarterback in 2016, and the Broncos do want to sign Osweiler to a multiyear contract extension. The sooner QB Peyton Manning notifies Denver of his decision to retire or not the sooner Denver can negotiate with Osweiler.
Colts | Indy may not pursue Matt Forte
Chicago Bears impending free-agent RB Matt Forte is not expected to be a serious consideration for the Indianapolis Colts this offseason.