Foes' press coverage affecting Giants' receivers
Opponents have been using press coverage against the Giants' receivers, and it's affecting their production, especially WR Hakeem Nicks, according to our NFC Whispers.
Is Ward's career with Steelers coming to a close?
Week 16 could mark the final regular-season game that Hines Ward plays in Pittsburgh, from what we hear.
49ers LB Grant 'playing out of his mind'
NFL insiders have been very impressed with the play of 49ers LB Larry Grant since he replaced the injured Patrick Willis.
Titans' Washington emerging on, off field
Nate Washington is not only having his best season statistically, he's making great strides as a leader and mentor to other Titans receivers, according to AFC Whispers.
Packers apt to replace OLB Walden in 2012
Starting OLB Erik Walden's off-the-field issues will likely get in the way of his return to Green Bay next season, according to our NFC Whispers.
Jackson's credibility takes hit in Raiders' locker room
When Oakland coach Hue Jackson chose to let Rolando McClain play in Week 13 after his arrest, we hear Jackson's credibility was strained among the team's veterans, according to AFC Whispers.
Bucs seeing more of Bowers' ability emerge
Tampa Bay has been slowly breaking in second-round pick Da'Quan Bowers, and the rookie is beginning to display his skills, according to NFC Whispers.
Dolphins RB Thomas gets past injury woes
Miami rookie RB Daniel Thomas has recovered from his hamstring injury, but his production hasn't returned to early-season form, according to this week's AFC Whispers.
Gerhart needs to show he's real deal
Time may be running out for RB Toby Gerhart to show he can fill in for Adrian Peterson without the Vikings having a huge drop-off, according to NFC Whispers.
Cromartie's play picking up of late for Jets
Although often overlooked playing alongside Darrelle Revis, CB Antonio Cromartie is performing well of late for the Jets.
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Jaguars announce some big changes
The Jaguars announced this week that they won't be very active in free agency and will transition to a zone-blocking system in 2013.