Shalise Manza Young of the Boston Globe profiles New England Patriots punter Zoltan Mesko.

Buffalo Bills linebacker Shawne Merriman is expected to report to the team today, but won't play on Sunday against the Bears.

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez faces fines if he displays poor body language.

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Brian Hartline wants to improve his yards after catch, reports Brian Biggane of the Palm Beach Post.

Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Marshal Yanda is making the most of his opportunity as the starting right tackle.

The Pittsburgh Steelers' slumping running back has slightly improved over last year, writes Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

With Jake Delhomme and Seneca Wallace still not practicing, Cleveland Browns quarterback Colt McCoy is all but assured of the starting job on Sunday.

Cincinnati Bengals first-round tight end Jermaine Gresham is on pace to challenge the team's rookie receiving records, writes Kevin Goheen of the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Clint Session may miss Sunday's game with a dislocated elbow and fractured right forearm.

Several members of the Tennessee Titans weighed in on the addition of Randy Moss.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Terrence Knighton is heeding his grandmother's advice.

Houston Texans tight end Owen Daniels is slowed by a hamstring injury.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel hasn't thrown an interception in 119 pass attempts.

Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton is taking a beating because opponents do not have to respect their running game, writes Jeff Legwold of the Denver Post.

San Diego Chargers wide receiver Patrick Crayton is enjoying his increased role in the offense, writes Scott Bair of the North County Times.

The Oakland Raiders received a 24-hour extension to avoid a local television blackout.

ESPN's Mike Sando has some follow-up thoughts on the San Francisco 49ers' Troy Smith-led offense.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Charlie Whitehurst will make his first NFL start as a concussion will sideline Matt Hasselbeck.

Arizona Cardinals running back Beanie Wells' status for Sunday is unclear after an allergic reaction to an injection in his surgically-repaired knee.

St. Louis Rams first-round quarterback Sam Bradford has developed a tight relationship with 70-year old quarterbacks coach Dick Curl.

Green Bay Packers left guard Daryn Colledge's 72-game streak may come to an end this week.

New Jersey-based Minnesota Vikings owners Zygi Wilf is at Winter Park this week to check up on his NFL investment, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz acknowledges the need to run the ball more.

Detroit Lions first-round running back Jahvid Best's drop in production last month has more to due with nagging turf toe injuries than a rookie wall.

New York Giants fullback Madison Hedgecock aggravated his injured hamstring on Thursday.

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Ernie Sims won't let a $50,000 fine change his style of play, writes Rueben Frank of CSNPhilly.com.

ESPN's Matt Mosley expects Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis to return to the field after the bye week.

Dallas Cowboys running back Tashard Choice will receive more playing time this week.

New Orleans Saints running back Pierre Thomas continues to be frustrated by his slow recovery from an ankle injury.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back LeGarrette Blount has surprised with his athleticism, writes Stephen Holder of the St. Petersburg Times.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan hasn't had much statistical success in his four starts against the Buccaneers.

Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox discussed the merits of ball control defense.

Today's NFL birthdays: Bears quarterback Todd Collins (39), Jets kicker Nick Folk (26), Chargers offensive tackle Jeromey Clary (27), free agent wide receiver Larry Brackins (28), guard Junius Coston (27), center David Washington (25), and cornerback Stanley Wilson (28). Retired NFL nose tackle Bill Pickel (51) and Hall of Fame tight end Kellen Winslow (53).