The Vikings have a job opening for Adrian Peterson's backup, making former WR Darius Reynaud one player who will help to ratchet up the competition in training camp.

Here's a list of 16 players who are on the spot to perform, including QB Byron Leftwich, who could bury the Steelers' playoff hopes if he struggles during Ben Roethlisberger's absence.

A new coordinator. Antonio Pierce gone. Kenny Phillips' health in the balance. And Osi Umenyiora on the bench? The Giants need to figure out their defense, because the teams' success depends on it.

With the draft closing in, the free-agent market has been quiet. However, for teams unable to address all of their needs in the draft, there are still options on the open market worth a look.

Where Oklahoma State WR Dez Bryant ends up has varied from one mock draft to the next. Here, Bucky Brooks makes the case for Bryant to be picked by a team that has experience with a controversial receiver.

It wasn't long ago that Ndamukong Suh was the consensus top pick in the 2010 draft. But trades and free-agent signings, coupled with the idea that teams will draft for need, could drop Suh considerably.

As the NFL celebrates 75 years of the draft by asking fans to vote on the 75 most valuable picks of all time, here's a look at the 75 best players who weren't drafted at all.

After the first three days of free agency, it is apparent that a handful of teams have given themselves tremendous flexibility heading into the draft.

With proven runners such as Thomas Jones and LaDainian Tomlinson still available, running back remains among the strongest positions in free agency.

Teams looking to fill a need in free agency may not go after the big names on the market. With that in mind, here's a breakdown of the best available players at each position.

While free agency will take on a different look this offseason, there is still talent to be had on the open market. Here's a look at the best players expected to be available.

Though there is no guarantee that Marc Bulger will be back with the St. Louis Rams next season, team officials are downplaying a report that the quarterback cleaning out his locker could signal his departure.

With the combine just over the horizon, the cream of this draft crop remains at defensive tackle, where Gerald McCoy and Ndamukong Suh are the contenders to be the top overall pick.

The first round of this year's NFL draft could feature plenty of linemen flying off the board, but don't expect many quarterbacks or receivers to be taken early. And no player named Tebow, either.

Find out why Tony Romo is ready to put his December doldrums aside and beat the Giants. Then check out three other road teams also primed for Week 13 wins.