Elliot Harrison runs through the NFL to find potential challengers to last season's eight divisional champs. Can Philip Rivers' San Diego Chargers make some noise in the AFC West?

After dubbing his defensive line "Monsters Inc.," Carolina Panthers end Greg Hardy said he's shooting for 50 sacks this coming season. What has Hardy so confident?

Greg Olsen tells Kimberly Jones he's amazed by the strength his infant son has shown in the face of a serious medical condition -- and it has motivated the Carolina Panthers tight end to help others.

Backfields were in motion on Thursday: The Denver Broncos dumped Willis McGahee, but the Arizona Cardinals are happy with their running backs. What else did we learn on the last day of minicamps?

Jimmy Graham caught more passes than five tight ends on the NFL Network's "Top 100 Players of 2013," but the New Orleans Saints tight end was left off the list. That's a crime.

As teams hit the pause button prior to training camp, here's where we stand on the injury front. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is among several key players still recovering.

Cam Newton has all the tools, but the Carolina Panthers QB has faced criticism for his leadership. Newton, who wants to put those whispers to bed, recently pointed to his desire to be a team captain.

Ted Ginn Jr. earned a reputation as a return specialist in his first six years of the NFL. He wants to prove to the Carolina Panthers -- and the world -- that he still can play wide receiver.

Cam Newton has spoken honestly about his desire to become a captain for the Carolina Panthers . Last year's captain, Steve Smith, told NFL Network it's an honor that boils down to his teammates.

At 33 years old, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith is entering his 13th NFL season. Smith isn't planning on quitting anytime soon, however.

What team is primed to rule the NFC West in 2013, is Cam Newton worthy of captaincy in Carolina and much, much more on Thursday's edition of "NFL Total Access."

We know the relationship between Panthers GM Dave Gettleman and coach Ron Rivera remains a work in progress, but Albert Breer tells an interesting origin tale about their first meeting.

Tired of the dog days? Elliot Harrison finds an impactful storyline worth following for each NFC team -- such as the need for Jay Cutler and the Chicago Bears' passing attack to make some strides.

Tune in to NFL Network tonight at 8 p.m. ET as players No. 30-21 are revealed on "The Top 100 Players of 2013." Plus, minicamps and OTAs across the league: Preview Thursday's NFL news here.

Free agent Kellen Winslow finally has a nibble on his hook. The New York Jets have invited the Pro Bowl tight end to try out at their mandatory minicamp this week.

From Jim Harbaugh calling out the Seattle Seahawks to Tim Tebow's initial New England Patriots practice, the first day of minicamp week was a busy one. So what did we learn Tuesday?

The Chicago Bears have run out of patience with Evan Rodriguez and released the fullback Monday. How much was the decision influenced by his pair of offseason arrests?

Tim Tebow is "locked and loaded, ready to go" for the New England Patriots, QB tutor Chris Weinke says. Has Tebow finally fixed the accuracy issues caused by a looping throwing motion?