NFL News & Rumors: Monday 6/25

Bills

• Bills GM Buddy Nix mentioned that he’s holding out hope that they’ll be able to sign FS Jairus Byrd to a long-term extension. (BuffaloBills.com)
• Bills TE Scott Chandler has been one of the standout players during OTAs and minicamp. (BuffaloBills.com)
• The Bills have been using Arthur Moats as a strong-side linebacker as well as a nickel middle backer during workouts. (BuffaloBills.com)

Chiefs

• Chiefs WR Josh Bellamy has “turned some heads” during the team’s workouts. (KCChiefs.com)

Cowboys

• The Cowboys are moving Marcus Spears back to left defensive end this season. (Dallas Morning News)

Dolphins

• The Dolphins have S Reshad Jones listed as their starting free safety. (South Florida Sun-Sentinel)
• Dolphins TE Anthony Fasano could be a “square peg in a round hole” in the team’s new offense scheme. (Palm Beach Post)

Falcons

• Falcons head coach Mike Smith mentioned that QB Matt Ryan’s arm strength has improved significantly. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Jets

•  Jets DE Muhammad Wilkerson flipped his car over the weekend and was reportedly under the influence. (ESPN.com)
• Jets RB Joe McKnight suggested that he’s entering a “make or break” situation this year. (Newark Star-Ledger)

Lions

• Lions waive S Sam Proctor.
• Lions sign former Buccaneers S Sean Jones to a one-year contract. (Tim Twentyman)
• The Lions will have RB’s Keiland Williams, Joique Bell and Stephon Green competing for their final running back spot. (Tim Twentyman)

Ravens

• Ravens WR Torrey Smith has shown “noticeable” improvement from year. (Baltimore Sun)

Redskins

• Redskins G Kory Lichtensteiger expects to be ready for the start of training camp after undergoing knee surgery last year. (Limaohio.com)

Steelers

• Steelers release QB Troy Smith.

Titans

• Titans DE Derrick Morgan has removed his knee brace which has required after he tore his ACL last year. (Nashville Tennessean)

Vikings

• Chris Cook is expected to begin the season as the Vikings’ starting right cornerback. (ESPN 1500 Twin Cities)
• S Mistral Raymond is a “good bet” to be the Vikings’ starting strong safety this year. (ESPN 1500 Twin Cities)
• The Vikings have been using fourth-round pick WR Jarius Wright at flanker and slot receiver. (ESPN 1500 Twin Cities)