New York Jets RB Elijah McGuire is expected to be the third-down back, in the opinion of beat writer Manish Mehta.

Pittsburgh Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster said he likes playing in the slot because it fits his aggressive style of play. ‘I like playing inside,’ Smith-Schuster said. ‘I just love the physicalness of being in the box with the bigger guys.’

Carolina Panthers WR D.J. Moore is ‘more than ready to contribute’ for the offense, according to Max Henson of Panthers.com.

Jacksonville Jaguars DE Dante Fowler said he isn’t upset that his fifth-year option was declined, and team president Tom Coughlin said he hopes Fowler plays well in 2018 and signs a long-term deal to remain with the franchise.

Atlanta Falcons WR Calvin Ridley has impressed head coach Dan Quinn with his performance in OTAs, particularly his football IQ.

New England Patriots WR Chris Hogan will be asked to shoulder a bigger load in the offense in 2018.

Oakland Raiders WR Seth Roberts hasn’t ‘jumped off the page’ in head coach Jon Gruden’s offense, and Jerry McDonald of the San Jose Mercury News believes Roberts’ roster spot is in jeopardy.

Denver Broncos TE Jake Butt (knee) is ‘obviously a playmaker,’ according to head coach Vance Joseph, and Joseph said he is ‘very excited’ with Butt’s progress.

Minnesota Vikings LB Anthony Barr said he is spending a portion of every practice working with the defensive linemen in order to refine his pass-rushing skills.

Tennessee Titans OT Jack Conklin (knee) isn’t expected to be ready for training camp, head coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday, June 14.