Arian Foster is one step closer to facing the Dolphins on Sunday. Texans coach Gary Kubiak told reporters that Foster — who has become a hit with the nation’s youth — looked “much better” in Thursday’s practice.

Andre Johnson is a stud wide receiver, but the Texans’ humble All-Pro doesn’t believes he’s the best in the game today.

For those fans clamoring for Tim Tebow in Denver — or elsewhere — keep clamoring. Even at your own expense.

What would cause an here-we-go-again reaction in Dallas? Try more clutch mistakes by QB Tony Romo. Or, another 0-2 start.

We learned Thursday that Eagles WR DeSean Jackson — in the final season of his four-year rookie contract — took out a multi-million-dollar insurance policy on himself in August. It’s primary protection against injury until he finalizes what should be a monster extension with the Eagles.

Titans fans should expect to see much, much more of Chris Johnson in Week 2.

Rams QB Sam Bradford told NFL Network’s Albert Breer that he was able to make all his throws during Thursday’s practice, one day after he was only able to participate on a limited basis because of a bruised right index finger on his throwing hand.

Mike Tolbert says his knee is “feeling good.” Good enough, in fact, that he plans to do some dancing Sunday in New England.

Rex Ryan conceded during his Thursday news conference that LaDainian Tomlinson no longer possesses the speed he had during his iconic run in San Diego. But the Jets coach believes the veteran running back has more football in him … and maybe even a future in dancing.

NFL Network analyst Jamie Dukes believes leadership is an underrated aspect of what Cam Newton brings to the table for the Panthers.

The NFL issued a release Thursday detailing its policies on league fines and discipline.

Jay Cutler has his detractors. He has his believers. Most fall squarely in one category or the other.

One of the more curious subplots coming out of Week 1 surrounded Packers CB/Obama bestie Charles Woodson, whom the NFL reportedly fined $10,000 for throwing a punch at Saints TE Dave Thomas in Thursday night’s Kickoff game. But is Woodson getting off easy?

Chad Ochocinco predictably was swarmed by reporters Thursday — but atypically had nothing to say — after his tweet about the Patriots’ aerial show against the Dolphins ignited a firestorm.

It’s no secret the Saints and QB Drew Brees are talking contract. After Peyton Manning got his, and Tom Brady got his, that left Brees — in the final year of a six-year, $60 million deal that he signed in 2006 — next in line.