Dallas Cowboys quarterback Stephen McGee's time to develop is during the off-season workouts, writes Todd Archer of the Dallas Morning News.

New York Giants linebacker Gerris Wilkinson has Antonio Pierce's old number, and wants to replace Pierce as the team's starting middle linebacker.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Mike Bell has been working with the first-team offense while LeSean McCoy is sidelined with an ankle tweak.

Washington Redskins quarterback Donovan McNabb is working overtime to grasp Mike Shanahan's version of the West Coast offense.

Detroit Lions safety Ko Simpson has durability issues, but is the best option to start next to Louis Delmas, writes Tom Kowalski of MLive.com.

After fracturing his femur in December, Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson is eager to get back on the field.

Green Bay Packers defensive end Johnny Jolly's trial date was reset (again), and a felon has been summoned to testify against him, Greg Bedard of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports.

Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz is recovering from hip surgery.

St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford is getting acclimated to an NFL offense.

The Seattle Seahawks released first-year wide receiver Michael Jones on Friday.

The Hunters Point shipyard development may be San Francisco's last option to keep the San Francisco 49ers in town, former team president Carmen Policy said.

Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt canceled yesterday's practice.

New Orleans Saints tight end Jeremy Shockey participated in the afternoon practice during the first day of the Saints' three-day mini-camp, reports Rachel Whittaker of The Times-Picayune.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fourth-round wide receiver Mike Williams signed a four-year contract on Friday.

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White wants to improve his yards after the catch, writes D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Dwayne Jarrett has worked harder in the weight-room and classroom this off-season.

Baltimore Ravens second-round linebacker Sergio Kindle has impressed coaches with his ability to drop into pass coverage, writes Jamison Hensley of the Baltimore Sun.

Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Jeff Reed explained how he'll prepare for training camp. (Remains shirtless as much as possible, punches paper towel dispensers, lots of time spent drunk in public, etc...)

Cleveland Browns quarterback Seneca Wallace likes Eric Mangini's plan to have two quarterbacks on the field.

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Dhani Jones will be the grand marshal for the Meijer 300 at Kentucky Speedway on June 12.

Buffalo Bills undrafted rookie running back Joique Bell is ready to compete for a roster spot, Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News writes.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady did not answer questions about his contract at his charity flag football game last night at Harvard Stadium.

New York Jets fifth-round fullback John Conner signed a four-year contract worth $1.989 million dollars on Friday.

In a Q&A session with Omar Kelly of the Sun-Sentinel, Miami Dolphins defensive backs coach Todd Bowles says the secondary needs to play smarter in 2010.

Jacksonville Jaguars safety Reggie Nelson has once against teamed up with the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation, and will host the 2010 Mary Lakes Invitational Bowl Against Breast Cancer on June 12-13. Nelson's mother died of breast cancer in 2006.

Houston Texans defensive end Mario William's USO-sponsored trip to visit the troops in the Middle East has left a lasting impression on him, writes Richard Justice of the Houston Chronicle.

Several members of the Tennessee Titans will be at the Nashville Zoo for "Play 60" Fitness Day on Sunday.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne, defensive end Robert Mathis, and unsigned restricted free agent safety Antoine Bethea were not present for the team's mini-camp practice on Friday.

Undrafted rookie tight end Cody Slate has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Busy day around the Denver Broncos, who waived quarterback Tom Brandstater and signed guard Chris Kuper to a five-year, $25.5 million dollar contract extension on Friday.

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels paid homage to his beloved San Diego Chargers when he designed his Signature Series apparel collection.

ESPN's Bill Williamson looks at the "Pros & Cons" of the Oakland Raiders.

Today's NFL birthdays: Panthers cornerback Brian Witherspoon (25), Vikings kicker Rhys Lloyd (28), Patriots running back Kevin Faulk (34) and wide receiver Torry Holt (34), Saints wide receiver Marques Colston (27), and Jets defensive lineman Vernon Gholston (24).