Chiefs offensive tackle Eric Winston joined Falcons wide receiver Roddy White in criticizing the NFL Players Association for giving too much power to Commissioner Roger Goodell in the new CBA.

Dolphins coach Joe Philbin beamed when he announced his team would be featured on the HBO series. But not all of his players are enamored with the idea of being followed by television cameras.

Last week, Tedy Bruschi told Jets QB Tim Tebow to "disappear" from the media spotlight. Tebow responded Wednesday, protesting that he's just doing his duty by talking to the press.

Donovan McNabb is still looking for a job, and he has a willing reference in Andy Reid, who told NFL Network he'd recommend the former star QB to a team looking for a veteran.

The 49ers are a trendy pick to win the NFC West because of their emerging stars. But for San Francisco to accomplish its goal, Alex Smith must finally live up to his No. 1 overall draft status.

San Francisco QB Alex Smith's future in the NFL could be on the line, depending on how he performs in 2010. But he isn't the only player facing such stakes entering next season.