The winds of winter have begun to gust lightly in the NFL's direction.
Rookies from five NFL teams report to training camp today.
First-year players from the Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints head to work. Miami Dolphins rookies join in the fun Thursday.
Consider these the first drops of rain on the NFL's summer parade.
The Arizona Cardinals' full team reports on Friday, with the Dallas Cowboys' veterans following suit on Saturday, as both teams prepare for the Hall of Fame Game on Aug. 3. The bulk of NFL teams fully report by midweek next week.