New York Giants left tackle David Diehl is the centerpiece of tonight's game against the Bears, writes Zach Berman of The Star-Ledger.

The Philadelphia Eagles open their 2010 NFC East schedule against a familiar face on Sunday.

Washington Redskins rookie wide receiver Brandon Banks has been signed off the practice squad.

As the Carolina Panthers young quarterbacks develop, so too will their young receiving corps, writes Darin Gantt of the Charlotte Observer.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan has forcibly taken on a leadership role.

The New Orleans Saints shouldn't overlook the Panthers, writes James Varney of The Times-Picayune.

Kicker Josh Brown knows that a win today would put the St. Louis Rams in first place in the NFC West.

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Derek Anderson needs to throw more catchable balls to Larry Fitzgerald.

San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis is yearning to make big plays, writes David White of the San Francisco Chronicle.

The Seattle Seahawks will be coming after Rams quarterback Sam Bradford, writes Danny O'Neil of the Seattle Times.

Putting the ball in the end zone on long scoring drives has been a struggle for the big-play Green Bay Packers offense.

The Detroit Lions do not lack confidence, writes Tom Kowalski of MLive.com.

Chicago Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher is a force once again, writes David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune.

Ranking in the bottom of the league in key statistical categories, the Indianapolis Colts defense is a work in progress.

The Tennessee Titans are unfazed by Chris Johnson's heavy workload, John Glennon of The Tennessean reports.

Playing in the Black Hole has not resulted in success for Houston-based football teams, writes Dale Robertson of the Houston Chronicle.

The Jacksonville Jaguars believe they're close to turning things around, writes Tania Ganguli of the Florida Times-Union.

Miami Dolphins fullback Lousaka Polite's success on short-yardage plays is getting noticed around the league.

New York Jets left guard Matt Slauson knows opposing defenses are targeting him as a path to get to Mark Sanchez.

In cornerback Kyle Arrington, the New England Patriots unearthed a hidden gem, writes Ian Rapoport of the Boston Herald.

The Buffalo Bills defense will be tested by Jets running backs Shonn Greene and LaDanian Tomlinson this afternoon.

Jamison Hensley of the Baltimore Sun breaks down today's Baltimore Ravens game against the Steelers.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Farrior and Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis are shedding the blocks of father time, writes Scott Brown of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

The Cleveland Browns believe cornerback Eric Wright will have a bounce-back game against the Bengals.

Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer writes that the Cincinnati Bengals are trying to establish an identity on offense.

The Denver Broncos should have all their starters in the secondary for today's game against Tennessee.

Oakland Raiders wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey has thrived with Bruce Gradkowski under center, writes Vittorio Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle.

Though they're used to slow starts, it's time for the San Diego Chargers to get going, writes Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Bye Week News and Notes

Gerry Fraley of the Dallas Morning News explains why Dallas Cowboys running back Felix Jones isn't getting more carries this season.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers first-round defensive tackle Gerald McCoy has been a disruptive force through three games.

Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier discussed the defense earlier this week with Bob Sansevere of the Pioneer Press.

The Kansas City Chiefs' success has started up front, writes Kent Babb of the Kansas City Star.

Today's NFL birthdays: Ravens wide receiver Anquan Boldin (30), Titans cornerback Rod Hood (29), free agent center Dustin Fry (27), defensive tackle Jay Ross (22), and cornerback Antoine Thompson (23).