Giants
Orr Star Ledger: Giants 53-man roster prediction: Conor Orr's projection
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2014/08/giants_53-man_roster_prediction_conor_orrs_projection.html
Traina B/R: 5 New York Giants Who Helped Themselves This Summer
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2169568-5-new-york-giants-who-helped-themselves-this-summer
Orr Star Ledger: Giants practice report: 5 takeaways include a more vocal Eli Manning
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2014/08/giants_practice_report_5_takeaways_include_a_more_vocal_eli_manning.html
Offense
Willis NYP: For the Giants’ floundering offense, it’s now or never
http://nypost.com/2014/08/20/for-the-giants-floundering-offense-its-now-or-never/
Rock Newsday: Giants offense has much to prove against Jets
http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-offense-has-much-to-prove-against-jets-1.9111110
RB
Orr Star Ledger: Giants: Rashad Jennings hoping for diverse offense after years where run was expected
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2014/08/giants_rashad_jennings_hoping_for_diverse_offense_after_years_where_run_was_expected.html
WR
Graziano ESPN: Odell Beckham Jr. out against Jets
http://espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/story/_/id/11377156/new-york-giants-rookie-wr-odell-beckham-jr-miss-preseason-game-hamstring-injury
DT
Bailey Syracuse.com: Welcome to the NFL: Syracuse's Jay Bromley preaching patience, humility as New York Giants rookie
http://www.syracuse.com/orangefootball/index.ssf/2014/08/jay_bromley_new_york_giants.html
DE
Hubbuch NYP: JPP: Giants ready to make a Snoopy Bowl ‘statement’
http://nypost.com/2014/08/20/jpp-giants-ready-to-make-a-snoopy-bowl-statement/
Rock Newsday: Giants' Jason Pierre-Paul says sacks can wait until regular season
http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-jason-pierre-paul-says-wait-until-regular-season-1.9111034
MLB
Rock Newsday: Giants' Jameel McClain OK with returning leadership role to Jon Beason
http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-jameel-mcclain-ok-with-returning-leadership-role-to-jon-beason-1.9111055?utm_source=twitterfeed& utm_medium=twitter
CB
Canavan AP: Giants seemingly have shut-down cornerback in Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie
http://www.greenfieldreporter.com/view/story/6bb62f2bddbc4906b2fccab393476925/FBN--Giants-Rodgers-Cromartie
S
Ranaan NJ.com: Cooper Taylor needs surgery on foot, appears headed to Giants injured reserve list
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2014/08/cooper_taylor_needs_surgery_on_foot_appears_headed_to_giants_injured_reserve_list.html
NFL
Glauber Newsday: Tony Gonzalez: Broncos will go undefeated
"I've had teams ask me to come back and play for them,'' he said. "I won't name those teams, but I'm happily retired, so I'm not even thinking about it. I'm looking forward to getting to work with these guys from CBS.''
Gonzalez acknowledged he'd be tempted to consider returning if a contender called him late in the season. After all, the only thing missing from his resume is a Super Bowl championship.
"The temptation would be there, but I don't know what the gain would be,'' he said. "I've always wanted a ring. That's been my main goal as a player over the last 15 years of my career. You're really trying to get that ultimate goal.
"But I'd be a mercenary to come in and get a Super Bowl ring, play with a team for, what, six, seven weeks? And even if I got the ring, it wouldn't be the same as going through the fight with the team from the beginning to the end. I don't think that will happen. The temptation will be there, but I'm 100- percent happy with my decision.
"I was able to walk away from the game on my own terms. Not a lot of players get a chance to do that. I'm very fortunate to do that. I wouldn't want to go back on that good luck.''
http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/tony-gonzalez-broncos-will-go-undefeated-1.9099807
ARIZONA
Young AZ Central: Arizona Cardinals lose Dockett but aren't dead yet
http://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nfl/cardinals/2014/08/19/arizona-cardinals-darnell-dockett-nfl-frostee-rucker-todd-bowles/14314979/
ATLANTA
Cunningham AJC: Falcons safety Motta to miss at least six games with neck injury
http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/football/falcons-safety-motta-to-miss-at-least-six-games-wi/ng6Fx/
Cunningham AJC: Falcons’ Smith says LB Biermann won’t be timid to start season
http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/football/falcons-smith-says-lb-biermann-wont-be-timid-to-st/ng6JG/
CAROLINA
Person Charlotte Observer: Carolina Panthers wide receiver Tiquan Underwood hoping August isn’t cruel again
http://www.newsobserver.com/2014/08/20/4084638/carolina-panthers-wide-receiver.html?sp=/99/103/
Jones Charlotte Observer: Carolina Panthers left tackle Byron Bell says he’s worried about winning, not payday
http://www.newsobserver.com/2014/08/20/4084927_carolina-panthers-left-tackle.html?sp=/99/103/& rh=1
CHICAGO
LeGere Chicago Daily Herald: Bears' Jordan Palmer will be No. 2 QB Friday
http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20140820/sports/140829801/
CINCINNATI
Dehner Cin Enquirer: Bengals, Burfict both win with extension
http://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/nfl/bengals/2014/08/20/bengals-vontaze-burfict-both-win-extension/14365071/
Skinner Cin Enquirer: Bengals' Atkins, Smith may play against Arizona
http://www.cincinnati.com/story/blogs/2014/08/20/atkins-smith-may-play-against-arizona/14345025/
Daugherty Cin Enquirer: Bodine is Bengals' biggest concern, and that's good
http://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/columnists/paul-daugherty/2014/08/20/paul-daugherty-rookie-center-russell-bodine-bengals-biggest-concern/14354781/
CLEVELAND
Prisco CBS Sports: Brian Hoyer over Johnny Manziel is safe, for now, for Browns
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/24669370/brian-hoyer-over-johnny-manziel-is-safe-for-now-for-browns
Cabot Cleve Plain Dealer: Johnny Manziel doesn't feel ready to start 'but there's nothing I'd do differently''
http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2014/08/johnny_manziel_doesnt_feel_rea.html?utm_source=dlvr.it& utm_medium=twitter
Reed Cleve Plain Dealer: Defensive end Desmond Bryant could miss season opener
http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2014/08/defensive_end_desmond_bryant_c.html
DALLAS
McMahon ESPN: Dez Bryant craves hard coaching
http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/cowboys/post/_/id/4732096/dez-bryant-craves-hard-coaching
DENVER
Denver Post: Broncos WR Jordan Norwood tears acl out for season
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_26373005/broncos-wr-jordan-norwood-tears-acl-out-season
DETROIT
Detroit Free Press: Detroit Lions notes: Blitz more? Ndamukong Suh would be OK with either way
http://www.freep.com/article/20140820/SPORTS01/308200192/detroit-lions-ndamukong-suh-pff
GREEN BAY
Mil JS: Close relationship between Packers guards Lang, Sitton has made them a formidable combination
http://www.jsonline.com/sports/packers/close-friendship-between-packers-guards-lang-sitton-has-made-them-a-formidable-combination-b99330616-272069061.html?ipad=y
Benoit MMQB: Betting on Julius Peppers
The Packers are hoping the 34-year-old defensive end turned outside linebacker can have a career renaissance just like Charles Woodson did in Green Bay. But recent history suggests the position change won’t be easy
http://mmqb.si.com/2014/08/20/green-bay-packers-julius-peppers-outside-linebacker-transition/
HOUSTON
Smith Houston Chronicle: Texans safety D.J. Swearinger takes Broncos to swagger school
http://blog.chron.com/ultimatetexans/2014/08/texans-safety-d-j-swearinger-takes-broncos-to-swagger-school/
INDIANAPOLIS
Holder Ind Star: Who's No. 1? When it comes to Colts' receivers, it'll depend on the week
http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2014/08/20/comes-colts-receivers-itll-depend-week/14360751/
JACKSONVILLE
Stellino Fla Times Union: Jaguars Notebook: Jacques McClendon to get next shot at wide-open center position
http://jacksonville.com/sports/football/jaguars/2014-08-19/story/jaguars-notebook-jacques-mcclendon-get-next-shot-wide-open
KANSAS CITY
Covitz KC Star: Jaguars Notebook: Jacques McClendon to get next shot at wide-open center position
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article1266607.html
MIAMI
Prisco CBS Sports: Dolphins training camp: Deep-threat Wallace ready to prove worth
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/24669578/dolphins-training-camp-deep-threat-wallace-ready-to-prove-worth
Habib Palm Beach Post: Dolphins’ Ryan Tannehill admits it was tough to get over 2013 collapse
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/sports/football/dolphins-ryan-tannehill-admits-it-was-tough-to-get/ng6M4/
Walker ESPN Miami: Miami Dolphins Q& A: LB Jordan Tripp
http://espn.go.com/blog/miami-dolphins/post/_/id/9357/dolphins-qa-lb-jordan-tripp
MINNESOTA
Goessling ESPN Minn: Zimmer tries to balance sturdy and exotic D
http://espn.go.com/blog/minnesota-vikings/post/_/id/8402/zimmer-tries-to-balance-sturdy-and-exotic-d
OAKLAND
McDonald SJ Mercury News: Raiders' Marcel Reece's foot improving; fullback could play Friday
http://www.mercurynews.com/raiders/ci_26373658/raiders-marcel-reeces-foot-improving-fullback-could-play
Tafur SF Chronicle: Raiders say they're not worried about rookie linebacker Mack
http://www.sfgate.com/raiders/article/Raiders-say-they-re-not-worried-about-rookie-5701875.php
PHILADELPHIA
Benoit MMQB: Eagles Preview: Gonna Fly Now… Again
You might think that NFL defenses are ready for Chip Kelly's system this time around. You'd be wrong
http://mmqb.si.com/2014/08/20/nfl-philadelphia-eagles-2014-team-preview/
Donowitch Phil.com: Polk's injury hurting chances to make Eagles
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20140820_Polk_s_injury_hurting_chances_to_make_Eagles.html
Donellon Phil.com: Most indispensable Eagle: DeMeco Ryans
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/20140820_Most_indispensable_Eagle__DeMeco_Ryans.html
Berman Phil.com: The Eagles acquired kicker Cody Parkey from the Colts for running back David Fluellen
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/sports/eagles/Eagles-trade-for-Colts-K-Cody-Parkey.html
SAN DIEGO
Farmer LA Times: Chargers' Antonio Gates lets his sister's memory guide
http://www.latimes.com/sports/nfl/la-sp-chargers-antonio-gates-20140820-story.html
SAN FRANCISCO
Maiocco CSN Bay Area: Why 49ers are making push to lock up Crabtree
http://www.csnbayarea.com/49ers/why-49ers-are-making-push-lock-crabtree
Branch SF Chronicle: Dorsey deal shows 49ers as masters of maximizing leverage
http://www.sfgate.com/49ers/article/Dorsey-deal-shows-49ers-as-masters-of-maximizing-5701873.php
Maiocco CSN Bay Area: Source: 49ers not interested in trading Boone
http://www.csnbayarea.com/49ers/source-49ers-not-interested-trading-boone
Barrows Sac Bee: What would it take to trade for Alex Boone? A lot.
"What would it take to pry holdout Alex Boone from the 49ers? According to one source, the 49ers are asking for a first- or a second-round draft as compensation. Another, however, said that the team would rather not trade Boone and would have to be “blown away” by an offer to consider it."
http://www.sacbee.com/2014/08/20/6642635/what-would-it-take-to-trade-for.html
Lynch SF Chronicle: Evaluation of the 49ers’ first-team defense
http://blog.sfgate.com/49ers/2014/08/19/evaluation-of-the-49ers-first-team-defense/
Inman SJ Mercury News: 49ers safety Eric Reid not forgetting what went wrong
http://www.mercurynews.com/49ers/ci_26373660/49ers-safety-eric-reid-not-forgetting-what-went
SEATTLE
Blount ESPN Seattle: No rest required for Percy Harvin
http://espn.go.com/blog/seattle-seahawks/post/_/id/7959/no-rest-required-for-percy-harvin
TENNESSEE
The Tennessean: Tennessee Titans pass rush to pressure QB's
http://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nfl/titans/2014/08/20/tennessee-titans-pass-rush/14312241/
WASHINGTON
Snider Wash Post: Redskins’ RGIII remains a reckless runner
http://www.washingtonpost.com/express/wp/2014/08/20/redskins-rgiii-remains-a-reckless-runner/
Clarke Wash Post: Redskins won’t worry about crackdown on penalties because they prefer off coverage
http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/redskins-wont-worry-about-crackdown-on-penalties-because-they-prefer-off-coverage/2014/08/20/72503a32-28b3-11e4-958c-268a320a60ce_story.html
Phillips Richmond Times Dispatch: Redskins Rambo taking big strides in year two
http://www.roanoke.com/sports/redskins/redskins-rambo-taking-big-strides-in-year-two/article_0705a7aa-5747-510e-9914-d6f23d0dac19.html?mode=jqm
Draft
Brugler CBS Sports: 2015 NFL Draft: Harvard's Zach Hodges headlines "small school" prospects
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/24669944/nfl-draft-harvards-zach-hodges-headlines-small-school-prospects
Copeland AP: Florida State lineman Edwards poised to dominate
http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20140820/WIRE/140829952
Calloway Lansing State Journal: MSU's Mylan Hicks still aims for NFL
http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/article/20140820/GW01/308200065/MSU-s-Mylan-Hicks-still-aims-NFL
Cloninger Go Gamecocks: Corey Robinson poised to earn stardom at left tackle
http://www.gogamecocks.com/2014/08/20/608554/corey-robinson-poised-to-earn.html?sp=/99/106/
Gabriel NFP: CFB Prospect report Brett Hundley
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/CFB-prospect-report-Brett-Hundley.html
Kurtz AP SF Chronicle: Strong secondary a tradition at Virginia Tech
http://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/Strong-secondary-a-tradition-at-Virginia-Tech-5701757.php
History
Hartman Minn Star Tribune: Tingelhoff nears getting into NFL Hall of Fame
http://www.startribune.com/sports/vikings/272089391.html 
Kerry Wynn?
seems far fetched to me.
TE
Hubbuch NYP: Adrien Robinson finally may be ready to be 'the JPP of tight ends'
http://nypost.com/2014/08/21/adrien-robinson-finally-may-be-ready-to-be-the-jpp-of-tight-ends/
DT
@PFF_Pete: @ConorTOrr Nice read. Do you think Patterson's injury/late start could put his spot in jeopardy?
@ConorTOrr: @PFF_Pete: Thanks, Pete! I think it is possible, especially if Quarles can show something in the last 2, or if another vet shakes loose
@PFF_Pete: @ConorTOrr Makes sense. I love Patterson, but think he might be the inevitable surprise veteran cut.
NFL
Bowen B/R: Matt Bowen's NFL Preseason Week 3 Film Study
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2169515-matt-bowens-nfl-preseason-week-3-film-study
Breech CBS Sports: NFL head of officiating: Extra point will be changing in 'near future'
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24670486/nfl-head-of-officiating-extra-point-will-be-changing-in-near-future
Prisco CBS Sports: Over/under: Looking at 20 NFL players' statistical projections
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/writer/pete-prisco/24669420/nfl-stat-projections-who-will-surge-who-will-disappoint-in-2014
Sharp Grantland: NFL Regression Party! Which Teams Will Disappoint Us This Year?
http://grantland.com/the-triangle/nfl-regression-which-teams-will-disappoint/
CLEVELAND
Sharp Grantland: The Browns Are Playing This Perfectly
http://grantland.com/the-triangle/the-browns-are-playing-this-perfectly/
HOUSTON
@Edwerderespn: Two sources say #Texans rookie @clownejd not seriously injured in helmet-to-helmet collision. He's scheduled to be re-evaluated this AM
NEW ENGLAND
Volin Boston Globe: Bill Belichick has built an old-school defense
http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/2014/08/20/bill-belichick-builds-versatile-old-school-defense/oCGJX7oAlhWPjAADjMnL5I/story.html
Draft
Brown SOE: 20 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE BIG TEN
http://www.sportsonearth.com/article/90540844/big-ten-2014-preview-predictions-ohio-state-michigan-state-wisconsin
Miller B/R: Braxton Miller Offers Intriguing Developmental QB Talent at NFL Level
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2169068-braxton-miller-offers-intriguing-developmental-qb-talent-at-nfl-level
History
Tanier SOE: While the Simpsons debuted, Thurman Thomas and Jim Kelly bickered.
http://miketanier.sportsonearthblog.com/while-the-simpsons-debuted-thurman-thomas-and-jim-kelly-bickered/
Cox has shown more than any other RB outside of Jennings and Williams, he is making this roster and would be a perfect 3rd down back from this group. I still think Hillis has a chance to make it though.
4 TE's? I don't think so. Donnell, Robinson, and Davis seem like who they will carry.
5 WR? I think 6 make it. Cruz, Randle, Beckham, JJ, Washington, Harris.
I would really like Wynn to make this team, he has shown promise as a rookie. Give him a few snaps against starters and see if he can get that same pressure. I think he should be kept for the lack of pass rush this front 4 has shown last year, could be decent insurance considering Moore is the only DE to show he can consistantly get in the backfield. If Wynn makes it, I think we will go with 4 DT. Patterson odd man out. Bromley has looked like he will make some solid contributions this year as a rotational player, and same with Kuhn.
Bennett over James, we already have 2 slot CB in Thurmond and Mcbride. We drafted Bennett for his potential, and size. He isn't going to last on our practice squad. I like James a lot, but perhaps he has a better chance at sticking on our practice squad than Bennett. With our Safety losses (Hill and Taylor, and Brown coming off an ACL) I think they would prefer somone who could jump in and play S as well for that 6th CB; Bennett is that guy.
I'm still not sure about McMannus and Brown, I personally would like to see McMannus get the job. He has promise, I'd like to see him try some long FG in this Jets game to decide.
Washington is already on the team IMO. So is Harris. Last WR spot is between JJ and Parker.
We're not carrying 4 TEs. Robinson's "performance" against the Colts is close to guaranteeing him a spot. The rest? Who knows? Take any two. Any two. Or one, and get someone else off the waiver wire. That's how bad the situation is right now, which is really great for a new OC that likes to feature the TE. There is nothing to feature.
I'd like to keep Wynn. Not sure how, but I agree Patterson could be a surprise cut. Quarles is PS material, despite his boneheaded plays against the Colts. Don't see him getting on the 53 absent injuries.
How did he stick last year then? If anything, our backs were worse last year with Brown and Wilson for pass blocking than it is now with Jennings and Williams. I'm not saying he will make the team but if he has another year under his belt and he stuck this year you have to give him a chance to make it this year. Hillis hasn't done anything. We have two fullbacks that are just as athletic as Hillis, can block better and are healthy.
Raanan NJ.com: Giants 53-man roster prediction: Jordan Raanan's version
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2014/08/giants_53-man_roster_prediction_jordan_raanans_version.html
NFL
Brandt MMQB: NFL Needs a D-League
A large section of the NFL workforce will lose their jobs in the next two weeks. Soon, there might be a better alternative for fringe players to keep alive their dream of playing pro football. Here's why a developmental league makes sense
http://mmqb.si.com/2014/08/21/nfl-development-league/
DALLAS
McMahon ESPN Dallas: Garrett defends Rolando McClain's desire
http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/cowboys/post/_/id/4732115/garrett-defends-mcclains-desire
GREEN BAY
McGinn Mil JS: Packers' backup QB battle too close to call
http://www.jsonline.com/sports/packers/packers-backup-qb-battle-too-close-to-call-b99334634z1-272104121.html?ipad=y
Cox has shown he can pick up the blitz really well, as well as make tough first downs on the screen. He's done it throughout the pre-season. Not to mention he brings a different style than any other RB on this roster. He also has ST experience. can return, and has done decent as lead blocker on ST.
Coughlin always keeps at least 4 RBs on board - add a Rb and subtract a TE
He has also had injury issues which isn't surprising given this is the NFL. He is essentially still learning the position. He has freakish physical ability and is a mis-match for most any LB. He showed well against the Colts and as Nassib put it it was Robinson who made "sight adjustments" on those two catches which shows he is developing an understanding of the position.
I truly believe he makes the 53 man roster and as he continues to learn Coughlin will use him more. It would be AWESOME for our offense if he developed into a pass catching TE for us this year. I believe he will as he has shown way better and reports are positive about him.
He has also had injury issues which isn't surprising given this is the NFL. He is essentially still learning the position. He has freakish physical ability and is a mis-match for most any LB. He showed well against the Colts and as Nassib put it it was Robinson who made "sight adjustments" on those two catches which shows he is developing an understanding of the position.
I truly believe he makes the 53 man roster and as he continues to learn Coughlin will use him more. It would be AWESOME for our offense if he developed into a pass catching TE for us this year. I believe he will as he has shown way better and reports are positive about him.
I am not disagreeing with your post. I actually feel the same way. However, the impression has been made by the media, coaches, and himself with interviews that he isn't ready. I say this because he comes across cocky. The reports written about him have not been flattering and while he has made plays he has also not done enough and started the year out as last on the depth chart. Also, listening to guys like Gilbride it seems that he has A LOT to learn.
I hope it clicks for him but I understand why people are down on him.
I totally agree and I pray you are correct. TC will absolutely find a way to keep Harris AND Washington and I pray JR finds the wisdom to bring in another O lineman.
I also don't think we keep 4 TEs. If none standout, why keep 4. We may upgrade this unit through waivers as well.
Your kidding, right? Has hasn't done anything for years, and after 2 late catches against the 3rd string Colts who let him run down the middle of the field untouched, you decide he is a mis-match against most NFL LBs?
Watch him block...watch him at the snap when he doesn't know what to do or where to go.
His competition this summer was as poor as there is in this league and he underwhelmed all summer.
Hynoski as an all purpose back sounds interesting though.
I haven't been able to see much preseason so I don't know anything about Wynn. Anybody care to opine?