Free-agent TE Antonio Gates (Chargers) has recently been contacted by the Los Angeles Chargers, according to general manager Tom Telesco.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers OT Demar Dotson (knee) said he is scheduled to start running soon as part of his recovery. He said he expects to be 100 percent by the start of training camp.

Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien said he has been with pleased with how TE Jordan Akins has performed during offseason workouts.

Updating a previous report, New Orleans Saints DE Marcus Davenport (thumb) is scheduled to undergo surgery on his thumb Friday, June 15, according to head coach Sean Payton. Davenport said he expects to be ready for the start of training camp.

Free-agent RB Shane Vereen (Giants) worked out for the New Orleans Saints Wednesday, June 13.

Carolina Panthers WR Devin Funchess (cramps) left practice early Wednesday, June 13, and was treated for leg cramps.

Carolina Panthers WR Curtis Samuel (ankle) did not participate in practice Wednesday, June 13, after he participated in a high-intensity practice Tuesday, June 12.

Carolina Panthers TE Chris Manhertz (foot) was carted off the field during practice Wednesday, June 13, after suffering a foot injury. He underwent precautionary X-rays on the foot.

Atlanta QB Matt Ryan said he plans to work out with the receivers before training camp and expects WR Julio Jones to participate in the workouts.

Minnesota Vikings QB Kirk Cousins said he probably will not work out with the receivers before training camp because they will have plenty of time to build chemistry during camp.