The Miami Dolphins still have more than a year to work out a long-term extension with offensive tackle Jake Long. But if they don't, the franchise tag could be in play for the former No. 1 overall pick.

With the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft in the books, all the attention turns to Round 2. Bucky Brooks takes a stab at predicting the next set of picks, including where Coby Fleener likely will land.

Under the previous regime, the Dolphins were all about size on the offensive line. But new coach Joe Philbin doesn't believe bigger is better, especially as he installs a new philosophy in Miami.

The free-agency frenzy is dying down. What are the holes left on each AFC East roster? Chad Reuter assesses needs for all four teams, including a decision Miami must make on its draft priorities.

2012 NFL Free Agents List

2011 NFL Free Agents List

If the NFL wanted to establish a 33rd franchise, it could field quite a roster with the free agents on the market. Bucky Brooks picks his 22 starters based on the available talent.

After a couple coin flips, the final order is now set for April's 2012 NFL Draft. Bucky Brooks takes a fresh look at the board and identifies four draft slots that could completely alter the proceedings.

Cowboys at 8-8, another lost chance for veterans

The Redskins aren't going to make the playoffs. This is not news to Mike Shanahan, who explains to Albert Breer where the rebuilding project stands after nearly two seasons in D.C.

Five rookie coaches are off to a 2-1 start. Albert Breer catches up with one to find out how he did it, and also touches on the Falcons, Bears, the 2012 draft and more in his robust notebook.

With a roster overhaul in Dallas, the Super Bowl seems to be more of a delusion than a destination. Are the Cowboys doing the smart thing? Albert Breer examines the philosophy behind the changes.

Teams have been spending money, trying to close in on the defending Super Bowl champions, but in the first power rankings of the new season, the Packers are looking down on the competition.

Every team had weaknesses to address after last season. Bucky Brooks breaks down each team's biggest issue and how it was addressed.