Says Bills WR Lee Evans of new teammate James Hardy, “With his height alone he can do things that a lot of shorter players can’t. Just innately some of the things he can do will help us out — down in the red zone and jumping up for balls.”

Former Cowboy Drew Pearson might be inducted into the team’s Ring of Honor, but not in 2008.

Jason Taylor needs to work on his cha-cha.

Practice isn’t easy for the Patriots’ new cornerbacks.

The Redskins will hire Morocco Brown to be the new director of pro personnel.

The Bears have reworked S Mike Brown’s contract to protect themselves in case he gets hurt again.

Even without Odell Thurman, the Bengals still have 11 linebackers.

Lions CB Travis Fisher donated $4,000 to his high school’s track team.

Says Browns coach Romeo Crennel of G Ryan Tucker’s injury, “You’re always concerned when you lose a starter, but they said it would heal. … We expect him to be able to come back this year and help us.”

Vikings Hall of Famer Carl Eller will go to trial Nov. 4 on charges alleging he assaulted and threatened Minneapolis police officers last month.

Wal-Mart Stores will donate 400 bicycles to children involved with Texans WR Andre Johnson’s charity, resolving a dispute between the Andre Johnson Foundation and Wal-Mart.

Says Colts owner Jim Irsay of trying to host the Super Bowl, “This is a one-time thing for Indianapolis and I definitely feel we’ve put a Herculean effort into it.”

The Falcons released two players Monday and signed three others who tried out during the team’s minicamp last weekend.

Says Jaguars RB Fred Taylor of meeting the new rookies, “I get excited just even being among the young guys. It’s a thrill to me. It motivates me just to be able show them what I can do.”

Panthers WR Steve Smith had an offseason job as a financial planning intern at Morgan Stanley.

Says Chiefs coach Herm Edwards, “At one time, we had 17 or 18 players 30 years old or older. That’s too many. … We’ve got a bunch of young guys now.”

The Saints have extended their contract with a regional cable TV station.

Says Broncos G Ben Hamilton of getting back on the field after problems with concussions, “I’m as ready as I’ll ever be.”

Says Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt of organized team activities, “Obviously, I want them to be here, and I think their teammates want them to be here. But it is voluntary, it’s not mandatory.”

The Seahawks’ PR director is ending his 32-year career with the team.