Denver Broncos WR Carlos Henderson has to win his one-on-one matchups to help out WR Demaryius Thomas and WR Emmanuel Sanders, according to head coach Vance Joseph. ‘We’re counting on that kid to come in and play for us, especially in the slot,’ Joseph said.

Tennessee Titans WR Tajae Sharpe (foot) appears to be back to where he was two years ago, according to head coach Mike Vrabel, but Vrabel said he has to see where Sharpe is at before deciding on his role in the offense.

Detroit Lions DE Ziggy Ansah is going to be used as a hand-in-the-dirt defensive end, according to head coach Matt Patricia. ‘We’re going to try to do whatever we can to put him in the best position to make some plays,’ Patricia said.

Free-agent QB Mark Sanchez (Bears) is a potential candidate to fill the backup quarterback role for the Seattle Seahawks.

Carolina Panthers CB Corn Elder (knee) is on track to return for OTAs in April. ‘I have my days where it’s a little sore, but I’m feeling good,’ Elder said. ‘I’m on the right path getting better every day.’

Chicago Bears CB Kyle Fuller is ‘still ascending’ and can be a top-five corner in the NFL, according to general manager Ryan Pace.

Detroit Lions WR Golden Tate could have talks of a long-term contract extension begin over the summer, according to general manager Bob Quinn.

Indianapolis Colts TE Eric Ebron is an ‘elite’ player at his position, according to head coach Frank Reich, and Reich expects Ebron to be able to exploit man coverages.

Chicago Bears RB Jordan Howard will be asked to catch the ball more in head coach Matt Nagy’s offense, according to general manager Ryan Pace, and Pace said he expects Howard to continue to show progress as a receiver.

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Indianapolis Colts WR Ryan Grant has ‘position versatility’ and can be productive on the outside or in the slot, according to head coach Frank Reich.