How much closer have the Raiders gotten to the Broncos in the AFC West? With the offseason in full swing, Around The League ranked teams in each division based on how much they improved.

John Elway has proven to be nearly as good as an NFL executive as he was a quarterback. "Around The League" examines how Elway built up the Broncos through the draft and smart free-agent pickups.

The Indianapolis Colts got right to work on the first day of free agency, agreeing to contracts with five different players. The most notable move was a deal with right tackle Gosder Cherilus.

Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Jake Long wants $11 million per season. Is he worth it? The jury is out on Long, who recently was given a clean bill of health from Dr. James Andrews.

J.J. Watt put on another quarterback-terrorizing display Sunday, taking advantage of the Indianapolis Colts' weak points along their offensive line and helping the Houston Texans clinch their division.

Robert Griffin III practiced for a third consecutive day, a positive sign for his availability Sunday. See which other players are on the mend in Gregg Rosenthal's Friday injury roundup.

It appears the Indianapolis Colts will be without two starting offensive linemen -- Samson Satele and Winston Justice -- against the Houston Texans. Could be a long day for Andrew Luck.

So ... will Ndamukong Suh be fined this week? It appears unlikely according a report, but that doesn't mean the Colts are OK with how Suh and his Lions teammates behaved on Sunday.

Another game, another controversy for Ndamukong Suh. The time, Mike McGlynn is upset with Suh after the Detroit Lion danced over a concussed Indianapolis Colts teammate.

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Robert Mathis will not play in Thursday night's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars because of a back injury. He has missed three of the past four weeks.

Michael Vick was battered by another defense Monday, leading his brother, an ex-NFL player, to vent on Twitter. His message included a request that the Philadelphia Eagles trade Michael.

There are numerous players with something to prove in 2012. Some are familiar names (like Blaine Gabbert), some are completely overlooked. Gil Brandt provides two for each AFC team.

With Kevin Kolb's continued struggles and John Skelton's inconsistency, the Cardinals have a serious QB issue. Daniel Jeremiah has the stars and scrubs from Week 1 of the preseason.

Stanford's quarter system has kept Andrew Luck off the practice field as he studies up for his degree, much to the No. 1 draft pick's frustration, according to Colts WR Austin Collie.

The Eagles received some devastating news Monday. Left tackle Jason Peters reportedly ruptured his Achilles' tendon again during rehabilitation.

With a healthy Matt Schaub, Houston is expected to be a major player in the AFC title race. But there are still some holes on the roster. Elliot Harrison addresses concerns for each AFC South team.

Eagles left tackle Jason Peters has ruptured his Achilles' tendon, the team announced Friday, leaving his 2012 season in jeopardy.

How do you improve a champion? Chad Reuter says the Giants must address several areas of need to keep the Eagles, Cowboys and 'Skins at bay. One potential target for Big Blue: receiver Stephen Hill.