NFL Notes: Tom Brady, Greg Hardy, Panthers, & Ravens

Tom Brady

• Jason Cole of B/R reports that two NFLPA player reps were “dismayed” by the union’s decision to defend Tom Brady, who is considered a “cheater.”
• There’s also a concern of about the amount of money the union is spending on legal fees.
• The other concern is that this story will carry on and likely overshadow the upcoming season.

Greg Hardy

• Jim Trotter of ESPN reports the NFLPA is “leaning toward” filing a court appeal of Cowboys DE Greg Hardy‘s four-game suspension.
• Trotter notes that the deadline to do so is today.

Panthers

• Allison Latos reports that Panthers WR Stephen Hill was cited for drug paraphernalia charge after traffic stop.

Ravens

• Free agent QBs Trent Steelman and Austin Trainor are on the Ravens’ “short list” of available options following workouts this week. (Scott N. Bergman)
• Aaron Wilson reports that recently released WR Cam Worthy got second opinion from Dr. James Andrews last week, and may need to undergo foot surgery for stress fractures.