NFL Network insider Michael Lombardi, our resident Raiders expert and a former front office executive of the team, offered some insight Thursday following the release of QB JaMarcus Russell.

Jets QB Mark Sanchez ran on the treadmill for the first time since his knee surgery, NFL Network’s Lindsay Soto reported Tuesday. Sanchez is working out with a trainer at USC while he’s in town.

It appears imminent that Adam Jones is on his way back to the NFL. That alone has drawn a strong reaction from NFL Nation.

Ravens LB Ray Lewis told ESPN Radio on Thursday that he’s shocked by all the people willing to help Broncos rookie QB Tim Tebow.

NFL Total Access counted down the Top 10 nicknames in NFL history. And of course, with varying opinions, there is no way to get every awesome nickname. Meaning some are going to be left behind.

Did Chris Johnson keep the Titans out of the playoffs in 2009? What LenDale White says might surprise you.

Marshall Faulk and Michael Lombardi debated the merits of Chris Johnson‘s pursuit of a new contract on NFL Total Access.

NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora manned the Around the League desk Wednesday on NFL Total Access, sharing some insight on Jimmy Clausen’s role in Carolina and free-agent LB Adalius Thomas‘ future.

At some point, there’s expected to be a market for free-agent QB Marc Bulger.

Sometimes the best jobs are the ones that you don’t get. Just ask Saints coach Sean Payton.

Vikings QB Tarvaris Jackson, who sits in the unenviable position of waiting on word from Brett Favre, said it has crossed his mind that he wanted a change, but he never requested a trade.

Buccaneers QB coach Alex Van Pelt believes that QB Josh Freeman is making a big improvement going into his second year.

Following his release by the Patriots last month, Adalius Thomas immediately became one of the bigger names on the free agent market. Find out where he might be headed.

According to NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora, the Giants immediately rebuffed teams who inquired about dealing for Osi Umenyiora during the NFL Draft.

The 2010 edition of Favre Watch took a somewhat odd turn Tuesday when the Operation: Favre game was introduced on the NFL Total Access set.