New England Patriots WR Danny Amendola (ankle) was limited in practice Thursday, Jan. 26.

Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) and C Alex Mack (fibula) did not practice Thursday, Jan. 26. DE Dwight Freeney (non-injury) participated fully. It has already been reported that Jones will not practice this week as he rests his injured toe.

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan will have a second interview with the San Francisco 49ers Saturday, Jan. 28, confirming a previous report.

Jacksonville Jaguars rookies CB Jalen Ramsey, LB Myles Jack and DE Yannick Ngakoue were all given praise from general manager David Caldwell. ‘I think the sky is the limit for those guys,’ Caldwell said. ‘I’ve said this before: players usually take their biggest jump from year one to year two and if that holds true for those three guys, I think you can see potential future Pro Bowlers.’

Jacksonville Jaguars QB Blake Bortles still has a vote of confidence from general manager David Caldwell despite two rough seasons to start his young career. ‘I think we can win a lot of games with Blake; I think we can win a Super Bowl with Blake,’ Caldwell said. ‘I think he needs to improve and I think we need to improve around him, too, in order for that to happen. I think the future is bright for him.’

Pittsburgh Steelers impending exclusive rights free-agent FB Roosevelt Nix will sign a one-year deal with the Steelers worth $615,000.

Seattle Seahawks TE Jimmy Graham caught all six of his touchdowns at home this season.

Seattle Seahawks TE Jimmy Graham caught all six of his touchdowns at home this season.

Buffalo Bills OT Cyrus Kouandjio (hip) underwent hip surgery Wednesday, Jan. 25, but should be ready for the start of training camp. General manager Doug Whaley said the injury did not occur during a football-related activity.

Buffalo Bills OT Cyrus Kouandjio (hip) underwent hip surgery Wednesday, Jan. 25, but should be ready for the start of training camp. General manager Doug Whaley said the injury did not occur during a football-related activity.