New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady discussed a wide array of issues during an appearance on WEEI.

Buffalo Bills safety Jairus Byrd can take pride knowing his rookie performance wasn't chemically-enhanced, writes Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News.

New York Jets center Nick Mangold wants a new contract, reports Manish Mehta of the Newark Star-Ledger.

Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross opposes the Meadowlands bid for the 2014 Super Bowl.

Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Lamar Divens, who had hip surgery in January, may be cleared to practice next week.

Pennsylvania State Trooper Ed Joyner is appealing a ban that prevents from working part-time for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Cleveland Browns restricted free agent safety Abe Elam would like a long-term contract.

Dan Hoard has been selected to handle play-by-play duties for the Cincinnati Bengals during the pre-season.

Mike Chappell of the Indianapolis Star expects Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez and safety Bob Sanders to be ready for the regular season.

Nearly 70 members of the Tennessee Titans organization spent Wednesday aiding in the clean-up of Nashville.

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Rashean Mathis could skip the OTAs to get the team to talk about a contract extension.

Houston Texans linebacker Brian Cushing retained his 2009 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Carr approves of what the front office has done this off-season to improve the team.

Free agent running back Brian Westbrook will visit the Denver Broncos today.

Former San Diego Chargers defensive lineman George "Mr. Muscles" Gross passed away last month at the age of 69.

Former Oakland Raiders quarterback and head coach Tom Flores will give the commencement speech at Fresno City College's graduation.

New York Giants owner John Mara expects the team to hold their training camp in Albany for a 15th straight year.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Sean McDermott discussed the defensive line and the defense's goals for 2010.

Washington Redskins general manager Bruce Allen discussed his team's visit with Brian Westbrook.

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Keith Brooking had his left knee scoped recently, reports Todd Archer of the Dallas Morning News.

Free agent wide receiver Roy Hall has signed a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers restricted free agent running back Cadillac Williams signed his one-year tender on Wednesday.

Atlanta Falcons defensive end John Abraham doesn't think he's slowing down, writes D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

With the new additions on offense, Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson is excited to begin the season, reports Tim Twentyman of the Detroit News.

Former Chicago Bears defensive end Marty Amsler praised the way DeMaurice Smith has opened the door for former players since taking over as Executive Director of the NFL Player's Association.

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle John Randle has chosen his former Vikings defensive line coach to present him for induction to the Pro Football Hall of Fame this summer.

Green Bay Packers guard Stanley Daniels was released on Wednesday.

St. Louis Rams linebacker Bobby Carpenter spoke to his hometown newspaper about this week's trade, his underachiever label, and his NFL future.

The Arizona Cardinals and the Bidwell family have stayed out of the immigration issue in Arizona, reports Mike Sunnucks of the Phoenix Business Journal.

San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis headlines the first Art Impact speaker series tonight at the Koret Auditorium in the M.H. de Young Memorial Museum in San Francisco.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck tried to wish teammate John Carlson a happy birthday, but former head coach Jim Mora, with an assist from Adam Schefter, couldn't let something go. Danny O'Neil of the Seattle Times has the play-by-play.

Today's NFL birthdays: Eagles running back Martell Mallett (24), Chargers linebacker Shaun Phillips (29), 49ers guard Brian De La Puente (25), free agent tight end L.J. Smith (30), and former Broncos center Tom Nalen (39).