Oakland Raiders RB Josh Jacobs is expected to be the team’s primary back this season and see most of the opportunities on first and second down, in the opinion of NBC Sports Bay Area’s Scott Bair, who writes that RB Doug Martin will be primarily used as injury protection rather than to spell Jacobs during games. RB Jalen Richard is expected to see opportunities on third down.

Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton should be better in the red zone this season due to QB Joe Flacco’s willingness to throw 50/50 balls, in the opinion of the Denver Post’s Ryan O’Halloran, who says the Broncos should ‘prioritize’ using Sutton’s size more in the red zone.

New York Giants TE Rhett Ellison performed well when working with the starting unit during minicamp, according to Matt Lombardo of NJ.com.

Green Bay Packers FB Dan Vitale took every first-team snap at fullback during spring practices.

Carolina Panthers QB Kyle Allen looked comfortable in the offense and looked like a more confident player during spring practices, according to Max Henson of Panthers.com.

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen set personal records in the weight room during the offseason strength program, and he made ‘difficult catches look routine’ during spring practices, according to Max Henson of Panthers.com.

Carolina Panthers CB Rashaan Gaulden has put himself in position to start at free safety after a strong showing in spring practices, according to Max Henson of Panthers.com.

Buffalo Bills WR John Brown routinely worked with the first-team offense during spring practices.

Indianapolis Colts WR Zach Pascal took some snaps with the first-team offense during spring practices.

Pittsburgh Steelers LB Ryan Shazier (spine) said he still hopes to return to the field as soon as possible. He also said he is looking forward to mentoring LB Devin Bush this season.