Redskins RB Clinton Portis accused the Cardinals of dirty play.

Says Giants coach Tom Coughlin, “We’ve had success here because of the team concept. And the team concept means, basically, that everyone is accountable and responsible, and that we don’t let the other guys down.”

Cowboys TE Tony Curtis has found that it pays to be persistent.

Says Eagles RB Brian Westbrook of his injured ankle, “I’m able to walk on it and put pressure on it, and I’ve been able to do some different things. So now, like I said, I feel like I’ve gotten better.”

Bills LT Jason Peters says he’s not back to full speed yet, but he will be soon: “About another week,” said Peters. “Another week and I’ll be back 100 percent every play ready to go.”

Dolphins coach Tony Sparano says the team has been enthusiastic at practice following Sunday’s win.

The kicking game is the strength of the Patriots.

The Jets might carry two punters on their 53-man roster for a couple of weeks.

Says Ravens coach John Harbaugh of RB Willis McGahee’s eye injury, “As long as he can see, he’ll play. But if he can’t, he’s not going to be able to play. So, we’ll have to try to get that swelling down.”

Bengals fans shouldn’t count on seeing WR Chris Henry in uniform at Dallas on October 5, the first game he’s eligible to play after his four-game suspension.

Browns WR Braylon Edwards says he needs to start having fun on the field.

Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall says he’s ready for his first NFL start.

Says Bears DE Adewale Ogunleye, ”We’re probably not being as aggressive as we should.”

Does 83-year-old Lions owner William Clay Ford Sr. have a plan for the future of the Lions?

Packers C Scott Wells is back in the starting lineup.

Vikings RG Anthony Herrera said he never had felt as bad before a game as he did Sunday, when he was fighting a stomach virus.

Colts QB Peyton Manning says he needs to get better.

Texans coach Gary Kubiak says he enjoys the long hours of the job: “Ask any coach, and they’ll tell you they love trying to figure out something that’ll work. They love working with the players. They love practice.”

The Jaguars don’t expect a local TV blackout.

Titans MLB Stephen Tulloch will start in place of Ryan Fowler on Sunday against the Vikings.

Falcons LB Michael Boley has recovered from the neck strain that limited him against Kansas City.

Panthers LG Travelle Wharton practiced on a limited basis Wednesday for the first time since he sprained his right knee in the season opener.

Saints RT Jon Stinchcomb said, “We’re facing a lot of adversity, and the adversity that’s coming right now is injuries and players that aren’t available to us. And if you want to be a championship team, you have to overcome these things.”

The Buccaneers’ offensive linemen say they’re physical players, not dirty players.

Says Broncos coach Mike Shanahan of losing C Tom Nalen, “It is always hard to lose a great player and a great leader. I’ve been with Tommy right from the start, and he is everything you look for in a person and in a player.”

Chiefs coach Herm Edwards says his defense is missing too many tackles.

Says Raiders coach Lane Kiffin of TE Ben Troupe, “He can definitely help us. He’s a very explosive athlete. Our offense needs some explosion right now and we don’t have time to sit around and wait for a guy to develop.”

Chargers P Mike Scifres says he’s perfectly happy to stay off the field.

Two of the Cardinals’ top pass rushers missed practice Wednesday.

Rams QB Trent Green is confident in his ability to lead the team. [Editor’s note: But is he confident in his ability to tie his shoes and/or walk in a straight line if he gets popped in the head again?]

The 49ers’ defense is trying to figure out how to keep track of Saints RB Reggie Bush.

The Seahawks have a tough schedule following their bye week.