Chris Johnson picking up new offense quickly

Titans RB Chris Johnson already feels comfortable with the team’s new offense.  “I took the playbook home Friday, and I pretty much know the whole thing,’’ Johnson said. “The offense really is not too different. There are a…

Michael Crabtree considered questionable for Week 1

49ers HC Jim Harbaugh considers WR Michael Crabtree (foot) questionable for Sunday’s season opener against the Seahawks.  "We’ll see after a week of practice," Harbaugh said.  Even if Crab does suit up, he won’t be a recommended fan…

Darrelle Revis ready for Week 1

Jets HC Rex Ryan confirmed that CB Darrelle Revis (hip) is ready for the team’s season opener against the Cowboys Sunday night.  He’ll square off against WR Miles Austin in one of Week 1′s most intriguing individual matchups.

Keiland Williams claimed by Lions

The Lions have claimed RB Keiland Williams off waivers from Washington. HC Jim Schwartz told Mlive.com: “We like his skill set. I think we were very lucky to get him.” Williams’ arrival casts Jerome Harrison’s fantasy-handcuff status i…

Austin Collie back at practice

Colts WR Austin Collie (foot) returned to practice on Monday.  Barring a setback, he’ll be on the field for Week 1.  He has a favorable matchup against the Texans, but without Peyton Manning under center, Collie is just a WR3.  Collie ma…

Demaryius Thomas has no timetable for return

Broncos WR Demaryius Thomas made his 2011 practice debut on Monday but admits there’s no timetable for his return to game action.  "It’s just the mental things,” Thomas said. “Once I get that down, I feel like I’ll be …

Peyton Manning tricep weakness is a major concern

We talked to a neurosurgeon today who sounded very concerned that Colts QB Peyton Manning is experiencing weakness in his triceps.  "The tricep is supplied by the C7 nerve root, the nerve root that he had decompression surgery on in May,&quot…

Patrick Crayton ready for season opener

Chargers WR Patrick Crayton (ankle) practiced on Monday and confirmed that he’ll be ready for the season opener.  He’ll serve as San Diego’s #3 WR, although rookie Vincent Brown could push him for that role later this year.

Russell Okung ready for Week 1

Seahawks LT Russell Okung is on track to play in the team’s season opener against the 49ers.  "He looks good, he’s ready to go," HC Pete Carroll said.  It’s great news for Seattle’s passing game, although that’s still a unit y…

Sidney Rice in danger of missing Week 1

Seahawks HC Pete Carroll revealed that WR Sidney Rice is in danger of missing the season opener with a shoulder injury that he suffered in the final exhibition game.  Rice also missed time earlier in August with a shoulder.  Between this and …

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