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05.15.13

Denard Robinson took shotgun snaps for the Jaguars during OTAs, Ryan O'Halloran of the Florida Times-Union reports.

Impact:
When asked if Robinson's work at practice makes him a quarterback or a running back utilizing the Wildcat formation, coach Gus Bradley laughed and reportedly told O'Halloran, "We don't have to tell you." That said, it would be stunning if Robinson is utilized at all as a starting quarterback for the Jags, despite the underwhelming performance of the team's current QBs.

05.15.13

The Patriots released Kyle Love on Wednesday, ESPN Boston reports.

Impact:
The Pats released Love with a non-football injury/illness designation after he was recently diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Love started 11 games at defensive tackle last year, and is expecting to catch on with another team soon.

05.15.13

The Dolphins signed Aaron Corp on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of the Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact:
Corp won't do any more than provide extra quarterback depth behind starter Ryan Tannehill.

05.15.13

Mark Anderson, who was only able play in five games in his first season with the Bills due to a knee injury that ultimately required two surgeries, is on the field this week for OTAs, BuffaloBills.com reports. Said Anderson: "Right now we're just taking it slow with limited reps. I'm out here going through the plays and just getting used to the defense and trying to move around a little bit and I'm starting to feel better."

Impact:
Anderson is not 100 percent, but this is a big step and we assume he'll be in decent shape by the time training camp rolls around. The bigger question may be how the team pictures him in a brand new defense, as he was brought in as a high-priced free agent last season for a different role.

05.15.13

The Buccaneers signed Akeem Spence to a four-year contract Wednesday.

Impact:
The defensive tackle was drafted in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft by the Buccaneers, and is expected to compete for the starting spot this fall.

05.15.13

David Garrard and the Jets are parting ways, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Impact:
Garrard said his knee just isn't holding up this year, and is continuing to swell after practices, so it looks like he'll be calling it quits for good. The move leaves the Jets with Mark Sanchez, Greg McElroy, and rookie Geno Smith to compete for the starting quarterback job.

05.15.13

The Raiders signed Josh Cribbs (knee) to a one-year contract Wednesday, Mike Garafolo of USA Today reports.

Impact:
Cribbs had been visiting with numerous teams over the past couple weeks, but decided on Oakland on Wednesday. It will be interesting to see how effective Cribbs will be returning kicks after undergoing offseason knee surgery for a torn meniscus.

05.15.13

DeAngelo Williams has restructured his contract with the Panthers, ESPN.com reports.

Impact:
Players tweak their deals fairly often, but in the case of Williams, it is notable since there had been whispers that his previous contract could lead to the Panthers potentially dangling him in trade talks. His restructuring frees up $3.2 million in salary cap space this year, while also lowering his future cap hits. In any case, the move ensures that Williams will stick around in Carolina to share the team's backfield with Jonathan Stewart and fullback Mike Tolbert.

05.15.13

Dwight Freeney is scheduled to visit the Chargers on Wednesday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Impact:
Freeney is drawing consideration from the Chargers after the team lost Melvin Ingram to a torn ACL on Tuesday. Freeney did not fare well in a 3-4 scheme last year, but he will likely be used as a part-time outside linebacker and situational pass-rusher.

05.15.13

While Donald Brown is healthy after a season-ending ankle injury last year, he enters training camp behind Vick Ballard on the depth chart, ESPN reports. "At this point, yeah, [Ballard's] sitting there as the lead guy. But Donnie's in great shape and healthy and looks fantastic to this point in the offseason program," head coach Chuck Pagano said.

Impact:
Brown played just 10 games last season as he missed time after surgery to repair torn cartilage in his knee and then had a season-ending ankle injury. It's good to hear he's healthy, but his struggles to establish himself as an every-down back the past three seasons may mean he's set for a more limited third-down or change-of-pace role this season.

05.15.13

Head coach Chuck Pagano says Vick Ballard enters training camp as Indy's top running back. "It's always nice to have a couple guys, a change of pace guy," Pagano told ESPN. "But certainly at the end of the year with Donnie [Donald Brown] hurt and the way Vick came on and the way he was running, he was getting the lion's share of the snaps. At this point, yeah, he's sitting there as the lead guy. But Donnie's in great shape and healthy and looks fantastic to this point in the offseason program."

Impact:
Ballard started the last 12 games last season after Brown missed time with knee and ankle injuries. It looks like Ballard will be the starter, with Brown as the change-of-pace and/or third-down back. The backfield picture could change and Delone Carter could also figure into the mix as a short-yardage specialist, but Pagano's comments seem to indicate Ballard will get the bulk of carries.

05.15.13

Rolando McClain has informed the Ravens that he plans to retire from the NFL, according to the team's official website.

Impact:
McClain signed with the Ravens this offseason, but he was arrested in April for the second time, and it appears he is no longer interested in playing football at this time. McClain is just 23, so he could still change his mind at some point; but if this is indeed the end, he will finish his career with 274 tackles in 41 games.

05.15.13

Colae's rehab from a torn ACL has gone smoothly, and he's hoping to be back at full strength by the start of training camp, Rowan Kavner of DallasCowboys.com reports. "There's more strength to gain in the quad and hamstring and glute, and that'll come," Danny Coale said. "I just started doing single leg lifting probably about 10 days ago."

Impact:
Dwayne Harris' emergence and the drafting of Terrance Williams wouldn't seem to leave many snaps available for Coale in the offense even if he does come back 100 percent, but he could surprise as a slot target for Tony Romo if he gets a chance.

05.14.13

Melvin Ingram suffered a torn ACL during Monday's OTA session.

Impact:
The Chargers did not provide any further details, but Ingram will require surgery, and it is expected that he will miss the entire 2013 season. Larry English will move up the depth chart with Ingram sidelined.

05.14.13

Charles Clay (knee) has been cleared to begin running, according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel's Omar Kelly.

Impact:
Clay should be good to for training camp where he will try to carve out a consistent role for himself in the Dolphins offense.

05.14.13

Richard Marshall (back) has been medically cleared to play, according to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.

Impact:
Marshall missed 12 games last season with the injury and the Dolphins need him to be healthy and productive this year.

05.14.13

Don Jones signed a four-year $2.14 million contract with Miami on Tuesday, according to the Miami Herald.

Impact:
Jones will look to fortify a secondary that could be the Achilles heel of a tough Miami defense.

05.14.13

Caleb Sturgis signed a four-year $2.24 million contract with Miami on Tuesday, according to the Miami Herald.

Impact:
Unless Sturgis falls apart during mini or training camp, he is likely to be the Dolphins kicker this season.

05.14.13

Jelani Jenkins signed a four-year $2.575 million contract with Miami on Tuesday, according to the Miami Herald.

Impact:
Jenkins was Miami's fourth-round pick (104th overall) in this past April's draft. He will likely contribute to the Dolphins as a backup LB and special teams player this season.

05.14.13

Melvin Ingram suffered a knee injury during OTAs, which doctors believe to be a torn ACL, NFL.com.

Impact:
A full diagnosis of Ingram's setback has not been provided, but if he did indeed tear his ACL, he would require season-ending surgery.

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