Scout's Honor

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas discuss three more NFL teams as they open training camp. The LA Rams have issues on the offensive line along with Todd Gurley's health that could impact the season along with getting Aaron Donald help along the defensive line. The LB unit is among the worst in the league. The New England Patriots have new weapons for Tom Brady including a player who could become the next "Julian Edelman" who has not been a WR. One potential surprise along with a new potential successor to Bill Belichick. And the LA Chargers who may have a very effective Swiss Army Knife, but also have all sorts of issues. A look at all three teams along with sleepers for each.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at the Atlanta Falcons as the team readies to open training camp. From the new faces on the offensive line, the RBs looking to join Devonta Freeman and WRs beyond the Big Three on the offensive side to how the defense looks to improve. The Falcons have several issues to address but do have some new veterans and rookies looking to make impacts including one described here as "the steal of the draft." Hear some veterans who may find their roster spots in jeopardy and the one move described as the most important of the off-season.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at some issues facing three more teams as they head to training camp. The KC Chiefs have weapons for Patrick Mahomes, but what about OL? Can Honey Badger lift D with questions, can Frank Clark stay out of trouble and will Chris Jones report? The New Orleans Saints need to find D-line help, the right center to replace Max Unger and RB help for Alvin Kamara. The Dallas Cowboys destined for drama again, from several contracts to Randy Gregory, Sean Lee, Robert Quinn, the O-line, what Jason Witten has left and annual Jason Garrett future. And sleepers for each team.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at some of the biggest question marks facing three more teams as they head to training camp. Several issues for the Houston Texans from Bill O'Brien's skepticism of Jadeveon Clowney to protecting Deshaun Watson and finding him more than one reliable WR. Have the Philadelphia Eagles finally found a RB and how will they solidify the defensive side of the ball? It could be a make or break year for Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota along with so many others around him. Also sleepers for each of the teams and added issues elsewhere in the NFL, including DAL.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at the upcoming NFL supplemental draft, where two players are expected to be drafted, one being looked at by all 3 NFC East teams. Three other teams looked at pre-training camp. The Arizona Cardinals with the biggest issues facing Kyler Murray, the o-line, WR + TE. Tampa Bay Bucs where it could be a first for Jameis Winston, Mike Evans and the rookie taking over the defense. The Miami Dolphins where new head coach Brian Flores could have things moving in the right direction sooner, rather than later. All that and rookie sleepers to watch for each team.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at three teams with all sorts of question marks as they get ready for training camp. The Pittsburgh Steelers have WR questions now that JuJu Smith-Schuster is the clear #1, RB questions, K and even coaching questions. Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton still has questions surrounding his shoulder, while the rest of the offense has questions at virtually every position set. The defense has plenty of linemen, but who replaces Thomas Davis and questions in the secondary. The SF 49ers have questions about how well will Jimmy Garoppolo perform coming of his knee injury? Also what will the RB situation be like with Coleman/McKinnon, can Nick Bosa fit in on the field and locker room and should Richard Sherman move to safety? Also sleepers to watch for all three teams.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at three NFL teams facing sink or swim seasons as they prepare for training camp. The NY Jets have a myriad of issues from new head coach Adam Gase and RB Le'Veon Bell to possible infighting on his staff and several players who may not make it to opening day or will at least be in their final seasons with the team. The Oakland Raiders are loaded with drama and have two players who may find themselves teammates again elsewhere by this time next year. The Cleveland Browns have high expectations, but what happens if the O-Line fails to protect Baker Mayfield? That, coaching conflicts pre-camp and players who have to come through or else. All this and sleepers to look for on each team.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas break down three NFL teams' post mini-camps and pre-training camps. Also, a draft sleeper for each team, NY Giants, Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers. For the Giants, issues on both sides of the ball, the Falcons running game, all-rookie right side of the OL and a pass rush still in need. Aaron Rodgers and offensive issues for GB, with a good looking defense.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at the fast-moving deals being discussed and possibilities in advance of tonight's NBA Draft. The top four seem set, but the player at 4 and the team(s) that could make the pick are not. In addition, several sleepers who now look like first rounders, other news and the mess with the Lakers.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas discuss several scenarios in advance of NBA Draft. How the Pelicans and Hawks could be the ones who affect the draft the most, specific deals which have been offered, others than could be offered and more. In addition, some free agent rumors and much more.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas discuss several QBs with varying issues in GB, DAL, IND and CAR. Contracts in ATL, turmoil in NE and several other post-mini camp news items from teams along with one sleeper for the 2020 NFL Draft.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te'Thomas discuss more on the mess with the NY Jets and a specific example of where now-interim GM Adam Gase showed his inexperience in that role. Several player situations are discussed such as Kyle Rudolph with MIN and Josh Jones with GB. There's a new defensive coach in NE who could be a surprise to some, a sleeper for fantasy football players and two sleepers for the 2020 NFL Draft.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas discuss some issues in several NFL front offices. From the ness with the NY Jets to the cross town Giants, Green Bay Packers and Cincinnati Bengals. They look at some coaches facing hot seats from Mike Tomlin in Pittsburgh now that Le'Veon Bell and Antonio Brown are gone, to the perpetual hot seat of Jason Garrett in Dallas. All that, a fantasy football newcomer and a super sleeper for the 2020 draft.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at the potential June 1 cuts and possible training camp decisions for teams in the NFC. Names like Kyle Rudolph, Tramon Williams, Torrey Smith and many others may find themselves on the market. Who could be out there, why and teams most likely to be interested.

Paul Crane and scout Dave-Te' Thomas look at AFC teams and project some of the cuts they may make on June 1st and in advance of training camp. From salary cap casualties to players who find new faces in their places along with the teams most likely to jump on veterans once they are released.