Seahawks WR Mike Williams is active for Sunday’s game against the Panthers despite being questionable on the injury report with a foot ailment.

As the Buccaneers aim for a 2-0 start, they will have TE Kellen Winslow, who had been limited in practice with a knee injury and was listed as questionable for today’s matchup against the Panthers.

Patriots coach Bill Belichick and QB Tom Brady defended Randy Moss on Monday, one day after Panthers CBs Chris Gamble and Richard Marshall were critical of the receiver’s effort in New England’s 20-10 win Sunday.

Patriots WR Randy Moss is putting his fantasy owners through some hard times.

Panthers WR Steve Smith hopes to be healthy enough to start the team’s regular-season opener against Philadelphia on Sept. 13.

Carolina re-signed prospective free agent cornerback Chris Gamble to a six-year, $53 million contract that includes $23 million worth of guaranteed bonuses.