NFL Notes: 49ers, Bears, Buccaneers, Packers, & Panthers

49ers

• New 49ers HC Jim Tomsula said that he believes Reggie Bush can be an every down back: “He’s a runner, he’s not a gadget guy.” (Marc Sessler)

Bears

• Bears HC John Fox said that they spoke to QB Jay Cutler about redoing his contract back in February before they named him the starting quarterback. (Ian Rapoport)

Buccaneers

• Buccaneers HC Lovie Smith said that they feel comfortable with who Jameis Winston is, what he’s done and what he’ll do. Smith added that Winston is definitely on their draft board. (Marc Sessler)
• Smith confirmed that they have received interest from other teams about QB Mike Glennon‘s availability. (Rick Stroud)

Packers

• Packers HC Mike McCarthy told reporters that WR Jordy Nelson underwent knee surgery after the Pro Bowl. (Tom Silverstein)

Panthers

• Panthers HC Ron Rivera said that he would like to have a new contract in place for QB Cam Newton before the start of the season. (Conor Orr)

Vikings