San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman is considering signing the team's one-year restricted free agent tender over the weekend.

Quarterback Jason Campbell seeks to revive his career with the Oakland Raiders.

Denver Broncos cornerback Andre Goodman holds himself to higher standards, reports Lindsay Jones of the Denver Post.

Kansas City Chiefs running back Thomas Jones has the edge over Jamaal Charles as the starting running back.

Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak has five players he's eager to see in action on Saturday night.

Jacksonville Jaguars 2010 draft picks Deji Karim and Scotty McGee will get their first opportunities in the return game on Friday night.

Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Chuck Cecil expects the defense to play better in his second year on the job.

The Indianapolis Colts are taking a "next man up" approach to their banged-up offensive line.

Cincinnati Bengals running back Brian Leonard received good injury news on Wednesday night, reports Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator Rob Ryan says the defense is "ready to roll".

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback William Gay's value lies in his versatility, writes John Harris of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

Tonight's game against the Carolina Panthers will provide a sneak peek at the Baltimore Ravens' new passing attack.

The Buffalo Bills are focused on the fundamentals this summer, writes Mark Gaughan of the Buffalo News.

Karen Guregian of the Boston Herald takes a look at the off-season workouts put in by New England Patriots wide receiver Randy Moss.

New York Jets quarterback Kellen Clemens faces an uncertain future with the club, writes Jenny Vrentas of The Star-Ledger.

Fatherhood has matured Miami Dolphins defensive end Kendall Langford, who is poised for a breakout season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting quarterback Josh Freeman will play sparingly against the Dolphins on Saturday.

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Brian Finneran is ready to start, writes D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Derek Landri has a real shot at starting job, writes Darin Gantt of the Charlotte Observer.

The New Orleans Saints lost running back Lynell Hamilton to a torn ACL on Wednesday.

Dallas Cowboys second-year quarterback Stephen McGee is expected to get the majority of the snaps tonight against Oakland.

Washington Redskins linebacker Andre Carter is ahead in his competition with Lorenzo Alexander, reports Jason Reid of the Washington Post.

Philadelphia Eagles second-round safety Nate Allen has appeared unflappable thus far, writes Jonathan Tameri of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

New York Giants tight end Kevin Boss is frustrated by his frequent injuries.

Detroit Lions general manager Martin Mayhew has been able to find common ground between the scouting and coaching departments.

While Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson is on the mend, second-year linebacker Jasper Brinkley continues to improve.

Bob McGinn of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that since June of 2009, the Green Bay Packers have signed seven players to contract extensions that included $67.081 million in guarantees.

Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz says the starting offensive line is just about set.

St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson is preparing for another heavy workload in 2010.

Arizona Cardinals defensive end Darnell Dockett's maturation has resulted in the team being willing to talk about a new contract.

San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Kentwan Balmer's absence irks head coach Mike Singletary.

Seattle Seahawks linebacker coach Ken Norton Jr. knows how to needle the players, writes Dave Boling of the Tacoma News Tribune.

Today's NFL birthdays: Chiefs wide receiver Chris Chambers (32), Patriots cornerback Kyle Arrington (24) and linebacker Derrick Burgess (32), 49ers tight end Delanie Walker (26), Seahawks cornerback Walter Thurmond (23), Rams offensive tackle Adam Goldberg (30), imprisoned wide receiver Plaxico Burress (33), free agent defensive ends Mike Newkirk (24) and Greg Spires (36), linebacker Manuel Padilla (27).