Peyton Manning will be a test for the four rookies playing meaningful snaps on the New England Patriots, writes Monique Walker of the Boston Globe.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Steve Johnson is having a breakout season.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez could be in for a big day against the NFL's 32nd-ranked pass defense.

Miami Dolphins center/guard Cory Procter was placed on injured reserve on Saturday.

Cranking up the pass rush is a priority for the Baltimore Ravens defense, writes Jamison Hensley of The Baltimore Sun.

There's reason to worry about the Pittsburgh Steelers defense, writes Gene Collier of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs will not play today against the Jaguars, and may miss next week's game.

The Cincinnati Bengals are in the midst of a frustrating six-game losing streak.

Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts are going through their stormiest season yet, writes Mike Chappell of the Indianapolis Star.

Opposing tight ends have been a headache for the Tennessee Titans.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Jeremy Mincey has a tough test on Sunday.

The must-win Houston Texans will be hard-pressed to reach 30 points against the Jets, writes Jerome Solomon of the Houston Chronicle.

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley tackled one challenge before moving on to another.

A healthy Ryan Clady has a major impact on the Denver Broncos offense, writes Jeff Legwold of the Denver Post.

San Diego Chargers tight end Randy McMichael is content in his role as Antonio Gates' back-up.

The Oakland Raiders are looking for another upset win in Pittsburgh today.

The San Francisco 49ers need to put the clamps on the Buccaneers' passing game, writes Matthew Barrows of The Sacramento Bee.

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Marcus Trufant let's his play do his talking, writes Eric Williams of the Tacoma News Tribune.

Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt wants his players to trust the system.

St. Louis Rams first-round quarterback Sam Bradford's interception-free streak will be put to the test by a ball-hawking Falcons' secondary.

Recent first-round picks are playing important roles for the Green Bay Packers.

Like the Minnesota Vikings, quarterback Brett Favre is down, but not out, writes Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune.

Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith is in line for a contract extension, writes Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune.

To stop their road losing streak, the Detroit Lions will need to shut down the Cowboys' passing attack.

Dallas Cowboys interim head coach Jason Garrett wants his team to be physical.

New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks is living his dream.

Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg and quarterback Michael Vick have resurrected and revived their careers.

Washington Redskins starting defensive backs Carlos Rogers and LaRon Landry did not travel with the team to Nashville.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith faces an uncertain future in Charlotte, writes Darin Gantt of The Charlotte Observer.

Atlanta Falcons safety William Moore is looking forward to his homecoming.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Barrett Ruud is playing the position the way he's asked to play it.

The New Orleans Saints aren't looking past the Seahawks, writes James Varney of The Times-Picayune.

Today's NFL birthdays: Cardinals offensive tackle Brandon Keith (24), Bengals safety Gibril Wilson (29), Lions linebacker Korey Bosworth (24), Jaguars linebackers Kyle Bosworth (24) and Justin Durant (25), wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker (26), and practice squad safety Michael Hamlin (25), Steelers cornerback Bryant McFadden (29), free agent offensive linemen Wesley Britt (29) and Justin Hartwig (32), defensive linemsn Adrian Grady (25) and Kenny Peterson (32), linebackers Wesley Mallard (32) and Toddrick Verdell (25). Hall of Fame quarterbacks Troy Aikman (44). Retired offensive linemen Jerry Fontenot (44) and Jonas Jennings (33), quarterback Danny Kanell (37), and defensive end Michael Strahan (39). Hall of Fame quarterback Sid Luckman would have turned 94 today.