Atlanta Falcons SS Keanu Neal (knee) requires arthroscopic surgery on his knee that will keep him out three to four weeks.

Cleveland Browns WR Josh Gordon was part of trade discussions, and the package Cleveland sought was a second-round pick and more, according to sources. The team denied listening to offers.

Free-agent FS Stevie Brown (Chiefs) is visiting the Carolina Panthers Friday, Aug. 26.

Pittsburgh Steelers OT Marcus Gilbert restructured his contract Friday, Aug. 26, to reduce his salary from $3.95 million to $760,000. The move freed up about $2 million in salary cap space.

New Orleans Saints WR Brandon Coleman has had a ‘pedestrian’ camp and preseason, according to head coach Sean Payton. His roster spot is in question nearing the final week of camp.

New Orleans Saints TE Coby Fleener hasn’t been reliable enough catching passes and isn’t on the same page with QB Drew Brees on some routes, according to beat writer Larry Holder. TE Josh Hill has been more involved in the passing game in recent practices.

Kansas City Chiefs SS Eric Berry is likely to return to the team next week.

New York Jets QB Christian Hackenberg is healthy, but he’ll only play in the third preseason game if head coach Todd Bowles can ‘fit him in,’ according to a source.

Seattle Seahawks RB Christine Michael had seven carries for 58 yards against the Dallas Cowboys Thursday, Aug. 25, and he has 24 carries for 157 yards in the preseason.

Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott made his preseason debut against the Seattle Seahawks Thursday, Aug. 25, gaining 48 yards on seven carries.