Miami Dolphins CB Xavien Howard has been the team’s best cornerback in camp, according to Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald. With CB Byron Maxwell struggling, it is possible Howard will be asked to match up against the opponent’s best receiver throughout the season.

The Los Angeles Chargers have talked to other teams about the possibility of trading WR Dontrelle Inman, according to sources.

Philadelphia Eagles DE Steven Means signed a one-year contract extension with the Eagles Wednesday, Aug. 30, that will run through the 2018 season. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Free-agent WR Darius Powe (hamstring) will be eligible to re-sign with the New York Giants after Week 4, according to a source.

New York Giants CB Eli Apple (ankle) is considered day-to-day but does not think he is in danger of missing Week 1.

New York Giants QBs Geno Smith, Josh Johnson and Davis Webb are all expected to receive playing time in the final preseason game. Smith and Johnson are expected to split the first half, while Davis would play most of the second half, according to a source.

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said the team has made progress in contract extension talks with OG Zack Martin and hopes the two sides will be able to reach an agreement by the end of the season.

Dallas Cowboys LB Anthony Hitchens (knee) may have a chance to return to the field sooner than his eight-week timetable, according to executive vice president Stephen Jones.

The Kansas City Chiefs like OT Cameron Erving as a backup center and a swing tackle this season.

Tennessee Titans WR Mekale McKay (undisclosed) was waived/injured Wednesday, Aug. 30.