The preseason is filled with optimism in most cities, but a handful of players, coaches and position units did not impress this year -- most notably EJ Manuel, who couldn't seem to move the ball.

Champ Bailey was one of the most prominent names to join the unemployed list Saturday as the Saints and other NFL teams reached the 53-player limit. Follow our running tally of other notable cuts.

Dimitri Patterson was suspended until Sept. 1 for skipping the New York Jets' preseason game last week. Patterson said the absence wasn't about any frustrations over the depth chart.

The New York Jets announced Tuesday that Dimitri Patterson has been suspended for the remainder of the preseason following his weekend absence. What did the cornerback say about the incident?

With most of the front line defensive starters having wrapped up their preseason work, Reading the Defense looks at who's up and who's down entering the regular season.

Jets cornerback Dimitri Patterson met with Rex Ryan and GM John Idzik on Sunday evening following a bizarre two-day disappearance.

The New York Jets suffered through a dismal offensive season last year and have retooled with Eric Decker and Chris Johnson. What are the other keys to the Jets' 2014 season?

Is Brian Hoyer truly the man to lead these Cleveland Browns? Can the New York Giants show a semblance of offensive competence? Adam Schein studies pressing worries in Week 3 of the preseason.

Former Giants teammate Victor Cruz believes criticism in New York affected fellow wide receiver Hakeem Nicks' play in a 2013 contract season. Is Nicks a candidate to bounce back in Indianapolis?

The New York Jets cornerback depth chart got a little thinner on Sunday, with Dee Milliner and Dexter McDougle both sustaining injuries. Are the Jets now missing three of their top four corners?

The preseason schedule began in earnest with six games Thursday. Michael Vick, Carlos Hyde and De'Anthony Thomas all impressed. Around The League recaps it all right here.

Geno Smith vs. Michael Vick? Will Rob Gronkowski be healthy for Week 1? Who will start at wide receiver for the Buffalo Bills? We break down the AFC East training camps' biggest questions.

Brandon Flowers was released by the Chiefs on Friday, answering the prayers of teams looking for help at cornerback. Where might he call home this season? Gregg Rosenthal breaks down the field.

Dimitri Patterson was signed by the New York Jets this offseason. For the cornerback, who has struggled to stay healthy and has bounced around the league, the tape still proves his worth.

Miami Dolphins 2013 second-round pick Jamar Taylor thought his NFL career was over due to injuries. Will the cornerback give Cortland Finnegan a run for the starting job now that he's healthy?

Ahmad Bradshaw won't play this week as he figures out what to do next about his ailing neck. Around The League offers a handy guide for the league's complete Friday injury report.

Which veterans might be salary-cap casualties this offseason? Chris Wesseling breaks down roster bubble candidates for AFC teams, including James Harrison with the Pittsburgh Steelers.