Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says he needs his young linebackers to rush the passer.

The Cowboys say they’ve seen no letup in demand for tickets at their new stadium.

Says CB Fernando Bryant of his decision to sign with the Patriots, “I like the way they handle veterans here and welcome them in.”

Says Patriots rookie QB Kevin O’Connell of offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, “I thought of all the coaches that I met through this process and worked out for, he had, by far, the best kind of mentality when it comes to teaching.”

Browns WR Braylon Edwards thinks the team needs to play better in the first quarter.

The Dolphins have a wide receiver in camp whose only college football experience was at Grand Rapids Community College in 2004.

New Ravens S Jim Leonhard expects to play a big role on special teams.

The Bengals acquired WR Travis Brown off waivers from Seattle.

Redskins offensive line coach Joe Bugel says he expects big things from G Randy Thomas and T Jon Jansen.

Bears RB Cedric Benson talked to coach Lovie Smith and G.M. Jerry Angelo on Tuesday, but the team won’t say what was discussed.

Lions LB Ernie Sims likes playing alongside veterans who know the defense that coach Rod Marinelli runs.

If he wins the Packers’ punting job, Kenny DeBauche will be the first person from Green Bay to play for the Packers since a member of the replacement team during the 1987 strike.

Vikings rookie QB Kyle Wright knows he has an uphill battle just to make the roster.

The Broncos are reshuffling their front office.

The Raiders are close to signing LB Edgerton Hartwell.

Buccaneers RB Warrick Dunn is continuing to buy homes for needy families.

Chargers rookie CB Antoine Cason looked nervous at his first minicamp practice.

Seahawks G Rob Sims is expected to miss four to six weeks after arthroscopic surgery on his right knee.