Saints coach Sean Payton reverted to cryptic mode when asked if running back C.J. Spiller would make his season debut on Sunday.. "We'll see," the coach said. Read the rest of Thursday's injury news.

The Colts on Tuesday placed running back Ahmad Bradshaw on season-ending injured reserve. Is Ben Tate an option in Indianapolis? We explore that and more in Tuesday's injury roundup.

Defensive tackle Gerald McCoy has been a beast in Buccaneers' coach Lovie Smith's new system. McCoy can do plenty of damage Sunday against the Panthers' questionable offensive line.

Offseason ankle surgery and a preseason rib fracture have slowed Cam Newton, but the Panthers will depend on their star QB more than ever if they're to repeat as division champs in the South.

Veteran guard Travelle Wharton will announce his retirement at Panthers headquarters on Tuesday. Is the offensive line a concern in Carolina?

Impact additions such as Brandin Cooks and Julius Peppers have the Saints and Packers hot on the heels of the Seahawks and 49ers. Find out what else we learned in Wednesday's mandatory minicamps.

Nate Chandler is battling Byron Bell for the Carolina Panthers' starting left tackle job. On Wednesday the team gave Chandler a shot of confidence in the form of a three-year contract extension.

Second-round pick Jace Amaro has been impressive for the New York Jets so far as the "move" tight end. Will he help Geno Smith improve? Find out what else we're hearing about first-year players.