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Training Camp Preview: NFC West

This is the last of eight stories previewing training camp, which is right around the corner. We give you some things to look for from each team as training camp draws near. Each story is broken out by division.

Rams

Head coach Scott Linehan had a season to forget last year, winning just three games. But the Rams had a ton of injuries to deal with, especially along the offensive line. A key to their season this year is getting that line healthy and playing well. Also, new offensive coordinator Al Saunders should bring some life to the Rams offense. Both these areas will be something to watch in camp.

Position battle: The Rams have their starters set at receiver - Torry Holt and Drew Bennett - but their No. 3 spot is up for grabs. Second-round pick Donnie Avery is the favorite, but he'll have to perform to get the spot. Fellow rookie Keenan Burton was a later pick, but might be a more polished receiver, which could give him an edge over Avery. And don't discount Reche Caldwell , who knows Al Saunder's offense.

Injury watch: Orlando Pace had his season cut short because of a rotator cuff injury last year. He had surgery on the injury and is progressing well. He should be about 100 percent for camp. And if the Rams offense hopes to makes strides this season, they will need a healthy Pace anchoring the offensive line. Pace is a difference maker.

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Training Camp Preview: NFC West

This is the last of eight stories previewing training camp, which is right around the corner. We give you some things to look for from each team as training camp draws near. Each story is broken out by division.

Rams

Head coach Scott Linehan had a season to forget last year, winning just three games. But the Rams had a ton of injuries to deal with, especially along the offensive line. A key to their season this year is getting that line healthy and playing well. Also, new offensive coordinator Al Saunders should bring some life to the Rams offense. Both these areas will be something to watch in camp.

Position battle: The Rams have their starters set at receiver - Torry Holt and Drew Bennett - but their No. 3 spot is up for grabs. Second-round pick Donnie Avery is the favorite, but he'll have to perform to get the spot. Fellow rookie Keenan Burton was a later pick, but might be a more polished receiver, which could give him an edge over Avery. And don't discount Reche Caldwell , who knows Al Saunder's offense. [Full Story]

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Devin ThomasJul 24 09:07p

Updating ongoing reports, Cindy Boren, of the Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins rookie WR Devin Thomas (hamstring) will miss 10-14 days due to a hamstring injury suffered Thursday, July 24.

James HardyJul 24 09:04p

Mark Gaughan, of the Buffalo News, reports the Buffalo Bills have reached a contract agreement with rookie WR James Hardy, a second-round draft pick. While financial terms were not [ More ]

Ernie SimsJul 24 08:48p

Detroit Lions head coach Rod Marinelli stated LB Ernie Sims (shoulder) is feeling "really good." The team is going to test him out and work him into the mix [ More ]

Kevin SmithJul 24 08:40p

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Tatum BellJul 24 08:39p

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Eddie RoyalJul 24 08:28p

The Denver Broncos announced the signing of rookie WR Eddie Royal, a second-round selection. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Brandon MarshallJul 24 07:47p

Updating previous reports, Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports Denver Broncos WR Brandon Marshall could be suspended four to eight games.

Chris HenryJul 24 07:44p

Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports free-agent WR Chris Henry (Bengals) met with National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell and is looking to have his suspension overturned.

Devin HesterJul 24 07:43p

Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester faces fines of $15,000 a day for not showing up to training camp. Hester, who is scheduled [ More ]

Anquan BoldinJul 24 07:42p

Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin advised his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, that he does not want to re-sign with the Cardinals. Bolden has [ More ]

Jason PetersJul 24 07:17p

Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports Buffalo Bills OT Jason Peters will not report to camp unless he receives a new contract.

Leodis McKelvinJul 24 07:15p

The Associated Press reports Buffalo Bills chief operating officer Russ Brandon said he hopes CB Leodis McKelvin will sign a deal before the team's first practice of training camp.

Brady PoppingaJul 24 07:08p

The Associated Press reports Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson said the Packers reached an agreement with LB Brady Poppinga on a contract extension. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

Javon WalkerJul 24 07:05p

The Associated Press reports Oakland Raiders WR Javon Walker (knee) was cleared to practice and will participate in only one practice a day during training camp because he is recovering from a knee injury.

Nnamdi AsomughaJul 24 07:02p

The Associated Press reports Oakland Raiders CB Nnamdi Asomugha signed his $9.765 million franchise player tender offer Thursday, July 24, and joined the team for their first training camp [ More ]

Kentwan BalmerJul 24 06:21p

The Associated Press reports the San Francisco 49ers signed first-round draft pick DL Kentwan Balmer to a five-year deal Thursday, July 24. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Mathias KiwanukaJul 24 06:18p

The Associated Press reports New York Giants LB Mathias Kiwanuka (ankle) will be limited to one practice a day at training camp because of an ankle injury.

Plaxico BurressJul 24 06:16p

The Associated Press reports New York Giants WR Plaxico Burress (ankle) will be limited to one practice a day at training camp because of an ankle injury.

David CarrJul 24 06:15p

The Associated Press reports New York Giants QB David Carr (foot) was placed on the non-football injury list with a strained foot Thursday, July 24. He hurt the foot working out last week.

David TyreeJul 24 06:13p

The Associated Press reports New York Giants WR David Tyree (knee) was placed on the physically unable to perform list Thursday, July 24, because of lingering effects of surgery [ More ]

Leigh BoddenJul 24 06:12p

Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports the Detroit Lions agreed to a four-year, $27 million contract extension with CB Leigh Bodden, according to the NFL Network. [ More ]

Brett FavreJul 24 06:11p

Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN, reports National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell said he wants a resolution between the Green Bay Packers and retired QB Brett Favre by Sunday, July 27.

Zak DeOssieJul 24 06:09p

The Associated Press reports New York Giants LB Zak DeOssie (back) will be limited to one practice a day at training camp because of a back injury.

Gerris WilkinsonJul 24 06:08p

The Associated Press reports New York Giants LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee) was placed on the physically unable to perform list Thursday, July 24.

Ryan TuckerJul 24 06:04p

The Associated Press reports Cleveland Browns OT Ryan Tucker (hip) said playing in a preseason game is a reachable goal after undergoing surgery to repair a broken hip. He [ More ]

Ray EdwardsJul 24 06:03p

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Vikings DL Ray Edwards (back) aggravated a lingering back injury and will start training camp on the physically unable to perform list. Head coach [ More ]

Kellen ClemensJul 24 05:12p

The Associated Press reports New York Jets QB Kellen Clemens said winning the starting job at quarterback is going to come down to him being more efficient. "Ultimately, it's [ More ]

Chad PenningtonJul 24 05:11p

The Associated Press reports New York Jets QB Chad Pennington (ankle) worked with the first team during the morning practice Thursday, July 24. Pennington has worked on his mechanics [ More ]

Vernon GholstonJul 24 05:08p

The Associated Press reports New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum is trying to sign LB Vernon Gholston. Gholston did not participate in the morning practice Thursday, July 24. [ More ]

Chris BakerJul 24 05:05p

The Associated Press reports New York Jets TE Chris Baker (back) said the Jets and his agent are in discussions about a contract. Baker, who asked for a trade [ More ]

Chad PenningtonJul 24 05:02p

The Associated Press reports New York Jets QB Chad Pennington (ankle) said he suffered from two torn ligaments in his right ankle last season. "I've had it through the [ More ]

Terry GlennJul 24 04:34p

Pete Aldrich and Calvin Watkins, of The Dallas Morning News, report Dallas Cowboys WR Terry Glenn (knee) was not on the team plane headed to the team's training camp. [ More ]

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