During their joint practice with the New Orleans Saints, the New England Patriots offense struggled in the afternoon session.

Buffalo Bills offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris has paid his dues to get to the NFL, writes Mark Gaughan of the Buffalo News.

The New York Jets' squabble with cornerback Darrelle Revis is intensifying in the public eye, writes Jenny Vrentas of The Star-Ledger.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Chad Henne needs to evolve into a leadership role, writes Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald.

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Dan Skuta is taking reps at fullback.

Cleveland Browns linebacker D'Qwell Jackson may have a pectoral injury, reports Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain-Dealer.

Pittsburgh Steelers second-round linebacker Jason Worilds' hamstring injury is slowing his training camp progress.

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jameel McClain is poised to start next to Ray Lewis, writes Ken Murray of the Baltimore Sun.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback David Garrard is getting more comfortable throwing to #2 receiver Mike Thomas.

Houston Texans defensive end Mario Williams has been cleared to play in the pre-season opener.

Tennessee Titans linebacker Gerald McRath is emerging as a leader on defense, writes John Glennon of The Tennessean.

Indianapolis Colts center Jeff Saturday had arthroscopic knee surgery on Tuesday.

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley says the new-look defense is still a work in progress.

Denver Broncos linebacker Mario Haggan is moving back to outside linebacker to help plug the gap caused by the loss of Elvis Dumervil.

San Diego Chargers safety Steven Gregory's versatility makes him a valuable member of the defense, writes Chris Jenkins of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Veteran running backs Michael Bennett and Rock Cartwright are vying for the third running back spot on the Oakland Raiders.

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Aaron Curry returned to practice on Tuesday, and vows to play better than he did in 2009.

Newly signed linebacker Bruce Davis needs to learn the San Francisco 49ers' system in a hurry, writes David White of the San Francisco Chronicle.

The dozen over-30 players on the Arizona Cardinals have value on and off the field, writes Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic.

St. Louis Rams offensive tackle Jason Smith worked at right tackle with the first-team line for most of Tuesday's practice.

Green Bay Packers linebacker Brad Jones and Brandon Chillar will compete for the starting right outside linebacker job.

Minnesota Vikings head coach Brad Childress confirmed that Percy Harvin's migraines are back, reports Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune.

Detroit Lions running back DeDe Dorsey is competing with Maurice Morris for the third-string running back spot.

Chicago Bears linebacker Pisa Tinoisamoa hopes to prove he's healthy and that the St. Louis Rams erred in releasing him in 2009, writes Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune.

Dallas Cowboys left tackle Doug Free is making the team look smart for releasing Flozell Adams, writes Jean-Jacques Taylor of the Dallas Morning News.

Still recovering from knee surgery and learning a new system, New York Giants linebacker Keith Bulluck is will eventually take first-team reps at middle linebacker this summer, writes Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News.

A hamstring injury is a source of frustration for Philadelphia Eagles running back Mike Bell.

Washington Redskins wide receiver Devin Thomas intends to move up the team's depth chart, where he's current listed as a third-teamer.

Carolina Panthers third-round wide receiver Brandon LaFell didn't think he'd be working with the first-team offense this early in his rookie season.

The Atlanta Falcons released a depth chart in advance of their pre-season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers veteran wide receivers are not conceding roster spots or starting jobs to the younger guys.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is paying attention to Peyton Manning and Tom Brady's contract talks.

Today's NFL birthdays: Bengals defensive end Robert Geathers (27) and center Jonathan Luigs (24), Broncos cornerback Andre Goodman (32), Jaguars punter Adam Podlesh (27), Saints cornerback Tracy Porter (24), Raiders guard Cooper Carlisle (33), 49ers punter Andy Lee (28), free agent linebacker Lee Campbell (22), long-snapper J.J. Milan (26), and defensive tackle Barrett Moen (23).