Cowboys QB Tony Romo is preparing for a made-for-TV golf event.

The Cowboys named Tom Ciskowski director of college and pro scouting.

Bills owner Ralph Wilson had an athletic field in Detroit named for him.

They say they don’t want thugs and hoodlums, but the Dolphins are giving a chance to WR David Kircus.

The folks in the Reebok P.R. department probably aren’t too happy that their company’s name is being dragged into the Nick Kaczur story.

The Patriots’ mandatory minicamp begins today.

Eagles DE Victor Abiamiri wants to follow in the footsteps of his former Notre Dame teammate, Giants DE Justin Tuck.

Says Eagles offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg of rookie WR DeSean Jackson, “I think he’s a natural football player.  But you’ve got to have a great work ethic to get there as well.”

Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson isn’t happy that CB Lito Sheppard is missing voluntary workouts.

Says Jets S Abram Elam of having three siblings shot and killed, “I would never have been able to script this.  I would never want to see someone lose a loved one.  I lost three in this life.”

Although he was absent Thursday, Redskins RB Clinton Portis has drawn rave reviews for participating in off-season work at Redskins Park this year.

Says Redskins offensive line coach Joe Bugel of the development of rookie Stephon Heyer last year, “Stephon was a total surprise.  We beat him to death, and he got better and better.

Former Bear William “Refrigerator” Perry was hospitalized recently but is recovering.

The Ravens have high hopes for WR Demetrius Williams.

Says Ravens team president Dick Cass of the team’s decision to donate money for a high school football field, “We want to see Baltimore City high school football become successful.  If kids are playing high school football, they’re in school.”

Bengals rookie DT Jason Shirley probably will miss the team’s mandatory minicamp next week while he tends to DUI and hit-and-run charges.

Packers DT Justin Harrell just can’t get healthy.

Packers LB Brandon Chillar plans to start this season.

The Steelers are looking at developing an entertainment complex next to Heinz Field.

To the extent that such things can be gleaned from off-season practices, Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson appears more confident and in control of the offense.

Falcons RB Jerious Norwood could line up at wide receiver.

Saints QB Drew Brees and backup Mark Brunell say they hate each other, but they’re joking.  [Editor’s note:  We hate both of them.  And we’re not joking.  Okay we’re joking.  We only hate Brunell.]

The Titans and Rams will practice together before their preseason opener.

Buccaneers WR Joey Galloway says he’s completely healed from a shoulder injury.

Says Broncos coach Mike Shanahan, “It’s funny.  When you win, everybody talks about what good character you have.  When you lose, everybody talks about the poor character on your football team.  There’s a fine line there.”  [Editor’s note:  We can’t recall talking about your team’s good character when you were winning.]

Broncos TE Tony Scheffler says he feels good despite a foot injury.

The Cardinals agreed to a three-year contract with fifth-round pick Tim Hightower.

The Chiefs think their return game will be improved.

Says Chiefs rookie TE Brad Cottam of teammate Tony Gonzalez, “I was pretty much in awe when I first met Tony.”

Rams offensive lineman Richie Incognito is moving from guard to center.

Raiders DT Tommy Kelly doesn’t talk to the media; when a reporter approached him for an interview, he said, “No, no, no, no, no, no, no.  Nice to meet you, but no, no.”

The Raiders may use RB Michael Bush as a short-yardage specialist.

In another sign of a strain between the team and the community, the 49ers have pulled the plug on an annual Chamber of Commerce event.

Seahawks CB Marcus Trufant is becoming more of a leader.

The Seahawks are likely to start a rookie at tight end.

Chargers QB Philip Rivers is ahead of schedule in rehabbing his knee.