#NFL News and Notes - August 3, 2010

The New York Giants are trying to harness first-round defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul's energy and enthusiasm, writes Mike Garafolo of The Star-Ledger.

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid doesn't seem alarmed by a mess of an offensive line, writes Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Washington Redskins defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth will not take the conditioning test this morning, Jason Reid of the Washington Post reports.

Cornerback Cletis Gordon is one of four Dallas Cowboys making a positive impression during training camp.

Fists were flying at Arizona Cardinals training camp on Monday, reports ESPN's Mike Sando.

The San Francisco 49ers miss unsigned franchise nose tackle Aubrayo Franklin, writes David White of the San Francisco Chronicle.

Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman Red Bryant enters 2010 with a different mindset.

St. Louis Rams owner Chip Rosenbloom is confident the sale of the team will be approved by the league.

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marques Colston will come off the PUP list today.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are willing to put up with the growing pangs of a young receiving corps.

Atlanta Falcons running back Jerious Norwood missed Monday's practice with a hip flexor.

Carolina Panthers fourth-round linebacker Eric Norwood hopes to make an impact somewhere on the field during his rookie season.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Nate Burleson is looking forward to being Calvin Johnson's sidekick.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Cedric Griffin hasn't been ruled out for the season-opener against New Orleans on September 9, reports Judd Zulgad of the Star Tribune.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver had off-season knee surgery to alleviate years of persistent pain.

Chicago Bears third-round safety Major Wright injured his groin on Monday.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel is attempting to build off a rough first season with the franchise.

The Denver Broncos' unheralded running backs will get their chance to impress in 12 days, writes Mike Klis of the Denver Post.

Oakland Raiders cornerback Stanford Routt is pushing for a starting job.

San Diego Chargers undrafted rookie wide receiver Jeremy Williams could challenge for a role, writes Chris Jenkins of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Houston Texans kickers Kris Brown and Neil Rackers' friendship takes a backseat when they hit the field.

Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders says he's as healthy as he's been in a long time.

Tennessee Titans quarterback Vince Young is showing more maturity and leadership ability this summer, reports Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback David Garrard got a scheduled night off on Monday.

Miami Dolphins guard Donald Thomas is adjusting to playing on a new side of the offensive line.

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson says general manager Mike Tannenbaum will make the decision on a contract extension for cornerback Darrelle Revis.

The New England Patriots' defense needs an additional pass-rusher, writes Karen Guregian of the Boston Herald.

Buffalo Bills linebacker Aaron Maybin feels he's ready to pick up the pass-rush slack created by the impending departure of Aaron Schobel.

Recovering from knee surgery, Cleveland Browns punter Dave Zastudil hopes to be ready by the season-opener.

Cincinnati Bengals first-round tight end Jermaine Gresham agreed to a five-year contract on Monday.

The Pittsburgh Steelers will not be extending any player contracts this season, reports Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Baltimore Ravens quarterback John Beck was traded to the Redskins on Monday.

Today's NFL birthdays: Ravens defensive lineman Trevor Pryce (35), Browns offensive tackle Tony Pashos (30), Broncos linebacker Jarvis Moss (26), Lions defensive tackle Landon Cohen (24), Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson (30), Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (33), Jets nose tackle Kris Jenkins (31), Titans safety Vincent Fuller (28), free agent kicker Leigh Tiffin (22) and former NFL defensive end N.D. Kalu (35).

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