New England Patriots safety Brandon Meriweather apologized for his helmet-to-helmet hit on Ravens tight end Todd Heap on Sunday that drew a $50,000 fine.

Rich Cimini of ESPNNewYork.com looks at what the New York Jets can improve upon this season.

The Buffalo Bills will use a four-man front to negate the Ravens running game on Sunday.

Miami Dolphins first-round defensive end Jared Odrick broke his leg during Wednesday's practice and will be placed on injured reserve.

Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed made his highly anticipated return to practice yesterday.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison is expected to return to the field today after briefly considering retirement, reports Mark Kaboly of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

The Cleveland Browns placed a pair of linemen on injured reserve.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer is not a fan of Arkansas head coach Bobby Petrino, reports Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Following his arrest for public intoxication, Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee has been suspended one game for conduct detrimental to the team.

The Tennessee Titans won't rush cornerback Jason McCourty back from his broken forearm.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Todd Bouman may attempt his first NFL pass since 2005 on Sunday against the Chiefs.

The Houston Texans pass defense has been a major disappointment, writes John McClain of the Houston Chronicle.

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley spoke highly of Alex Magee, the 2009 third-round pick the team traded to Tampa on Tuesday.

Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno likes to get fired up before each game.

Injuries are mounting at an alarming rate for the San Diego Chargers.

Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable shed little light on who'll start at quarterback on Sunday against the Broncos.

Seattle Seahawks running backs Marshawn Lynch and Justin Forsett are the odd couple, writes Danny O'Neil of the Seattle Times.

San Francisco 49ers center Eric Heitmann will miss at least four weeks with a neck injury, reports Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com.

The return this week of several injured Arizona Cardinals has improved the talent on both sides of the ball.

St. Louis Rams wide receiver Brandon Gibson earned more playing time by embracing special teams and blocking assignments.

Injured Green Bay Packers defensive backs Al Harris and Atari Bigby returned to practice on Wednesday.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre declined to discuss his meeting with NFL security this week.

Detroit Lions safety Louis Delmas won't curtail his hard-hitting style, writes Tim Twentyman of the Detroit News.

Chicago Bears offensive line coach Mike Tice assigned additional film work to the right side of the offensive line.

The New York Giants will face their first NFC East opponent of the season on Sunday, writes Zach Berman of The Star-Ledger.

Linebacker Ernie Sims is the Philadelphia Eagles player most likely to be fined for a helmet-to-helmet hit, writes Rueben Frank of CSNPhilly.com.

Washington Redskins cornerback DeAngelo Hall got into a heated exchange with defensive coordinator Jim Haslett, reports Jason Reid of the Washington Post.

Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber hasn't lost his short-yardage mojo, writes Charean Williams of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

New Orleans Saints safety Darren Sharper hopes to play this Sunday, reports Mike Triplett of The Times-Picayune.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers middle linebacker Barrett Ruud pointed out the fine line defensive players must walk.

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White took issue with the gifts that Chad Ochocinco has reportedly sent to the Falcons secondary.

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith returned to practice on Wednesday, less than three weeks after suffering a high ankle sprain.

Today's NFL birthdays: Ravens running back Willis McGahee (29), Browns safety Ray Ventrone (28), Packers linebacker Brandon Chillar (28), Texans defensive end Antonio Smith (29), Jaguars wide receiver Chris McGaha (24) and practice squad Daniel Baldridge (25), Saints linebacker Marvin Mitchell (26), Steelers fourth-round linebacker Thaddeus Gibson (23), free agent quarterbacks Tom Brandstater (26) and Riley Skinner (24), linebackers Quinton Culberson (25) and Solomon Elimimian (24), tight end Travis Dekker (25), safeties DaJuan Morgan (25) and Anthony Scirrotto (24), cornerback Marcus Udell (24), and running back Darius Walker (25). Former NFL quarterback Joey Harrington (32) and linebacker Mo Lewis (41).