Just when you think the last chapter is written, the author finds a new quill. Quite a number of players we’ve virtually forgotten about were suddenly very active on the opening day of training camp, with the likes of Shamarko Thomas signing new contracts. Even Mike Mitchell got a workout, his first since he was released in March.
Yet another player seemingly left for dead was veteran cornerback Adam Jones, who saw his 2017 season end with an injury. The Cincinnati Bengals subsequently released him, or more accurately declined his option for 2018, making the 34-year-old a free agent.