Green Bay Packers TE Jared Cook (foot) does not have a timetable for a return from foot surgery, although a league source said Tuesday, July 26, that he might be on track to return by the second week of preseason.
Monthly Archives: July 2016
Packers | Eddie Lacy still rather heavy
Green Bay Packers RB Eddie Lacy was a bit slimmer on the first day of training camp Tuesday, July 26, then he was for organized team activities (OTAs). He went back to P90X trainer Tony Horton for a second time this offseason, getting down to an estimated 240 pounds according to beat writer Pete Dougherty.
Giants | Betting against Victor Cruz?
New York Giants WR Victor Cruz (knee) continues to make his way back from the serious knee injury he suffered in the 2014 season. While he might make it back through training camp and be healthy enough to play in the regular season, beat writer Ralph Vacchiano doesn’t believe Cruz will post more than 50 receptions.
Giants | JPP can still be productive
New York Giants DE Jason Pierre-Paul might not reach the 12.5 sack level he posted in 2014 after back surgery and before his fireworks accident, but beat writer Ralph Vacchiano still believes Pierre-Paul will have a big impact on the team’s defense and pass rush, especially with DE Olivier Vernon working on the other side.
Giants | Darian Thompson impressed in spring
New York Giants FS Darian Thompson impressed the coaching staff during the spring, and he is in the mix to start with SS Landon Collins. Safeties Nat Berhe, Cooper Taylor and Mykkele Thompson are also in the competition.
Colts | Clayton Geathers on NFI list
Indianapolis Colts S Clayton Geathers (foot) is on the non-football injury list (NFI) due to a broken bone in his foot, according to a source. The team is hopeful he’ll be back by the regular season opener.
Colts | Quicker release for Andrew Luck?
Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck would like to get rid of the ball quicker in 2016 in an effort to increase better health. Luck said eliminating things quickly, like routes on his drop back, will be key in a quicker release. ‘I think that’s the skill set you learn as time goes on,’ Luck said, ‘the ability to eliminate one option and move on to the next.’
49ers | Colin Kaepernick cleared for camp
San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick (shoulder) has received medical clearance to participate fully in training camp, according to a source. Kaepernick had a torn left labrum repaired this offseason in addition to surgery on his right thumb and left knee.
Seahawks | Pete Carroll agrees to extension
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll agreed to a contract extension Tuesday, July 26, according to sources. The extension keeps Carrol in Seattle through 2019.
Panthers | Kurt Coleman agrees to extension
Carolina Panthers SS Kurt Coleman agreed to a three-year contract extension Tuesday, July 26, according to a source. He is expected to sign the extension Wednesday, July 27. Financial terms were not disclosed.