The Friday Blitz
Lions running back Kevin Smith, who guaranteed a post-season berth last month, says of what's improved over last year: "Everything," he said. "I mean the coaches. I mean the players, the lunch, gas prices."
Lions number one pick Matthew Stafford has impressed his teammates with his "unassuming demeanor."
The Niners have signed left tackle Joe Staley through 2017 with a six-year extension worth $42 million.
The Cardinals signed Adrian Wilson to a five-year contract extension that's worth $39 million and has $18.5 million in guarantees.
The Ravens signed TE Davon Drew, their first draft pick to sign with a contract, to a three-year deal.
Tracy Foster will present Rod Woodson for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on August 8th.
Roger Staubach will present the late Bob Hayes for induction.
Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris says of Angelo Crowell, who missed 2008 with a knee injury: "He's starting to pick it up. Mentally, he's a sharp cat. But when you're talking about getting confidence, starting to run, starting to feel it -- I think it's coming."
The Patriots signed free agent Patrick Pass and released four - DL Kenny Smith, LB Angelo Craig, RB Omar Cuff and S Marcus McClinton.
The Cowboys will use the "Wildcat" offense, call it the "Razorback" offense, and use Felix Jones as its primary weapon.
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger returned to practice on Thursday.
The Packers are thinking of selling sponsor patches on their practice uniforms.
Lions number one pick Matthew Stafford has impressed his teammates with his "unassuming demeanor."
The Niners have signed left tackle Joe Staley through 2017 with a six-year extension worth $42 million.
The Cardinals signed Adrian Wilson to a five-year contract extension that's worth $39 million and has $18.5 million in guarantees.
The Ravens signed TE Davon Drew, their first draft pick to sign with a contract, to a three-year deal.
Tracy Foster will present Rod Woodson for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on August 8th.
Roger Staubach will present the late Bob Hayes for induction.
Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris says of Angelo Crowell, who missed 2008 with a knee injury: "He's starting to pick it up. Mentally, he's a sharp cat. But when you're talking about getting confidence, starting to run, starting to feel it -- I think it's coming."
The Patriots signed free agent Patrick Pass and released four - DL Kenny Smith, LB Angelo Craig, RB Omar Cuff and S Marcus McClinton.
The Cowboys will use the "Wildcat" offense, call it the "Razorback" offense, and use Felix Jones as its primary weapon.
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger returned to practice on Thursday.
The Packers are thinking of selling sponsor patches on their practice uniforms.
