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Around SB Nation: What Other NFL Blogs Are Discussing

Weekly, we take a look around the SB Nation family of NFL blogs. Here are the news stories and analysis they are discussing.

Al Messerschmidt

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Patriots Add DL A.J. Francis Off Waivers from Dolphins - Pats Pulpit
The New England Patriots added defensive line depth today by claiming A.J. Francis off waivers from the Dolphins.

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Jets Sign Brady Quinn, Cut Graham Harrell - Gang Green Nation
The Jets have signed QB Brady Quinn and released QB Graham Harrell. — New York Jets (@nyjets) September 2, 2013 The New York Jets announced over Twitter that the team has signed QB Brady...

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Dustin Hopkins groin injury prompts Buffalo Bills' Dan Carpenter signing - Buffalo Rumblings
The injury bug continues to make the rounds in Buffalo's locker room, and Hopkins is merely its latest victim. Carpenter had been Miami's kicker for the past five seasons.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Ravens add Gerrard Sheppard, Jonas Gray to practice squad - Baltimore Beat Down
The Ravens signed Gerrard Sheppard and Jonas Gray to the practice squad, and cut offensive tackle Jordan Devey from the unit.

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Steelers vs. Titans: Isaac Redman is preparing to be Steelers starting running back - Behind the Steel Curtain
Redman is the last running back standing - for this week at least. He hasn't been told he's the starter yet, according to Post Gazette reporter Ed Bouchette, but he's preparing as if he will be.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

BREAKING: Atkins and Bengals agree to a five-year extension - Cincy Jungle
Traditional to the Bengals usual methods, they will sign players to extensions just prior to the start of the regular season. This tradition continues with superstar defensive tackle Geno Atkins.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Browns Set to Try Out Kickers Billy Cundiff, Giorgio Tavecchio on Tuesday - Dawgs By Nature
On Labor Day morning, it was reported that the Cleveland Browns were expected to hold kicker tryouts on Tuesday between a pair of former Pro Bowlers: Dan Carpenter and Billy Cundiff. That's when the Bills threw a bit of a wrench into our plan.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

Film Study: Wade Phillips Still Loves Blitzing; New Wrinkle In the Zone Blocking System? - Battle Red Blog
Take a look back at some interesting plays from this year's preseason campaign from your Houston Texans.

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

Rusty Smith officially joins Titans practice squad - Music City Miracles
Don't worry everyone, Rusty Smith will still be a part of the organization.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Blaine Gabbert injury: Jaguars QB throws at practice - Big Cat Country
The Jaguars quarterback suffered a broken thumb in his throwing hand during a preseason game roughly two weeks ago.

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Colts Rookie Safety John Boyett Reportedly Arrested - Stampede Blue
Per the Indianapolis Star, Colts rookie safety John Boyett was arrested on charges of public intoxication and resisting law enforcement. Oh boy.

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Broncos going with the "no fullback" option - Mile High Report
The Denver Broncos do not currently have a fullback listed on the roster. We take a look at who may play fullback for the team this fall.

San Diego Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

San Diego Chargers release Richard Goodman, sign four to practice squad - Bolts From The Blue
Richard Goodman's time with the San Diego Chargers is over. He's been released to make room on the roster for Reggie Walker. Who will return kicks for the team now?

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

A shocking revelation: Terrelle Pryor to start for Raiders - Silver And Black Pride
He never thought he'd say it, but Jeff Spiegel thinks Terrelle Pryor might be the best option the Raiders have right now.

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

Meet the 3 former Seattle Seahawks now with the Kansas City Chiefs - Arrowhead Pride
The KC Chiefs claimed seven players off waivers. Three of those players were cut by Seattle.

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

Victor Cruz expects to play Sunday vs. Dallas Cowboys - Big Blue View
Giants' wide receiver practiced Monday for the first time since injuring his heel.

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

Eagles release Danny Watkins - Bleeding Green Nation
Fare thee well, our firefighter friend.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

Cowboys Practice Updates: Dante Rosario Traded, Anthony Spencer Out, Ron Leary Back - Blogging The Boys
The Cowboys continue to churn their roster as they move towards opening night. Today they made a trade, and they also welcomed back one injured starter, but are still waiting on another.

Washington Redskins (via Hogs Haven)

3 Theories Why the Redskins Kept QB Pat White - Hogs Haven
Most believed that Pat White was the longest of long shots to make the final 53-man roster going into training camp. Yet on the final day of cut-downs, he survived. What are the Redskins doing?

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

Packers Sign Seneca Wallace, Release B.J. Coleman - Acme Packing Company
Yes, that Seneca Wallace. Ted Thompson works in mysterious ways.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Lions hosting Marvin Austin for visit - Pride Of Detroit
The Detroit Lions are bringing in a defensive tackle for a visit.

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Dallas Cowboys trade TE Dante Rosario to Chicago Bears for 7th round pick - Windy City Gridiron
The Dallas Cowboys traded tight end Dante Rosario to the Chicago Bears for a conditional 7th round draft pick in 2014.

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

Minnesota Vikings Announce 7 Practice Squad Signings and Sign J'Marcus Webb, Cut Troy Kropog - Daily Norseman
The Minnesota Vikings have nearly finished signing their practice squad players and announced seven of the eight members. They've also signed J'Marcus Webb and cut Troy Kropog.

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Martez Wilson Still Expecting to be Ready for Falcons - Canal Street Chronicles
The Saints linebacker is right on schedule with his dislocated elbow rehabilitation.

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

Life Lessons Learned from the Falcons - The Falcoholic
I've recently started coaching my three sons in flag football again - my third straight year. Every year, I've used football as the groundwork for larger lessons about life. Whether it's dealing...

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

2013 Carolina Panthers Free Agency: Panthers sign Quintin Mikell to one-year deal - Cat Scratch Reader
Quintin Mikell has signed a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers. Stay tuned for more news...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)

Lawrence Tynes slams Buccaneers, files grievance over MRSA-infection - Bucs Nation
The Bucs could be on the hook, here.

NFC WEST:

San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)

49ers sign Chris Harper away from Seahawks practice squad - Field Gulls
In a developing story that seems to have come to at least a temporary conclusion, the San Francisco 49ers have signed wide receiver Chris Harper off of the Seahawks practice squad and onto their...

Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)

2013 NFL season preview: Looking at this year's Arizona Cardinals - Revenge of the Birds
1. Who is the easiest player on the roster to root for? The Cardinals have a whole bunch of players that are easy to cheer for. Larry Fitzgerald is one of the best superstars there are, in terms...

Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)

49ers sign Chris Harper away from Seahawks practice squad - Field Gulls
In a developing story that seems to have come to at least a temporary conclusion, the San Francisco 49ers have signed wide receiver Chris Harper off of the Seahawks practice squad and onto their...

St. Louis Rams (via Turf Show Times)

Rams Extend DE Eugene Sims Through 2015 - Turf Show Times
Eugene Sims was the lone defensive lineman not signed through 2014. No longer.