Seattle Seahawks punter Jon Ryan feels more secure with his six-year extension in his back pocket, writes Eric Williams of the Tacoma News Tribune.

San Francisco 49ers seventh-round safety Phillip Adams has joined the team's punt return rotation.

The Arizona Cardinals depth chart has shifted a little, writes Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic.

St. Louis Rams first-round quarterback Sam Bradford will get all the work with the first-team offense tonight against the Patriots.

Green Bay Packers third-round safety Morgan Burnett has often played like a tentative rookie this pre-season, writes Bob McGinn of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Sidney Rice explains the delay in his decision to undergo hip surgery.

Detroit Lions veteran offensive tackle Jon Jansen, the team's player rep, expects an 18-game regular season to be a reality.

Chicago Bears long-snapper Patrick Mannelly deserves a contract extension, writes Mike Mulligan of the Chicago Sun-Times.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees opposes the 18-game regular season proposal based on the physical toll it would take on the players.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris is accusing running back Derrick Ward of being out of shape, reports Ira Kaufman of the Tampa Tribune.

The Atlanta Falcons starting defensive line will make its debut on Friday night in Miami.

A committee approach to the pass-rush is paying off for the Carolina Panthers, writes Darin Gantt of the Charlotte Observer.

Washington Redskins quarterback Donovan McNabb is likely out until the pre-season opener, reports Rick Maese of the Washington Post.

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Cornelius Ingram underwent a "cautionary MRI" on his left knee.

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning wore a helmet at practice on Wednesday.

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Sam Hurd may be losing his grip on a roster spot, writes David Moore of the Dallas Morning News.

For the elephant in the room to go away, Houston Texans linebacker Brian Cushing needs to display the proof of his innocence, writes Jerome Solomon of the Houston Chronicle.

Indianapolis Colts starters will get more work tonight the Packers.

During the Tennessee Titans' joint practice with the Cardinals, Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean kept an eye on the offense, while John Glennon observed the defense.

Jacksonville Jaguars sixth-round running back Deji Karim will miss the rest of the pre-season after undergoing thumb surgery.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Chad Henne says he and Chad Pennington share leadership.

There's no sign of resolution to the New York Jets/Darrelle Revis saga, writes Jenny Vrentas of The Star-Ledger.

New England Patriots kicker Stephen Gostkowski has agreed to a four-year contract extension, reports Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com.

Buffalo Bills defensive lineman John McCargo is in the midst of a make-or-break summer.

Even with solid production in the pre-season, Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jason Phillips is not assured a roster spot.

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Keenan Lewis got all the work at left cornerback with the first-team defense on Wednesday.

Cleveland Browns third-round quarterback Colt McCoy is expected to make the 53-man roster, reports Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain-Dealer.

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Keith Rivers' goal is to make big plays.

Young players are expected to lead the Kansas City Chiefs' secondary, writes Kent Babb of the Kansas City Star.

Denver Broncos left tackle Ryan Clady's returned to the practice field on Wednesday.

Oakland Raiders quarterback Bruce Gradkowski is "ready to rock and roll" on Saturday night.

San Diego Chargers restricted free agent wide receiver Vincent Jackson's agent does not believe the team intends to trade his client.

Today's NFL birthdays: Bears offensive tackle Chris Williams (25), Bengals tight end Darius Hill (25), Raiders long-snapper Jon Condo (29) and fullback Luke Lawton (30), Steelers defensive lineman Sunny Harris (24) and tight end David Johnson (23), free agent rookie running back Keithon Flemming (24), retired wide receiver Drew Bennett (32) and running back Jamal Lewis (31).