Top NFL Training Camp Issues, Non-Favre Edition

Jets, Bears among teams facing personnel issues; pressure on Raiders' Kiffin to win

By Kevin Spak, Newser Staff

Posted Jul 21, 2008 2:05 PM CDT

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Top NFL Training Camp Issues, Non-Favre Edition — Jacksonville Jaguar' Matt Jones raises his arms after scoring the game-winning touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in this file photo. Jones could be a "necessary distraction" for the Jags. (AP Photo/Scott Audette)

The NFL is in the midst of a turbulent off-season, even if you ignore the Brett Favre and Chad Johnson sagas. ESPN’s John Clayton breaks down the other top distractions as training camp nears:

With NFL Europe gone but the 80-man roster still in place, teams will have trouble finding enough healthy bodies for training camp.
The New York Jets must decide whether or not to move an unhappy Chris Baker.
Jacksonville may need to keep receiver Matt Jones despite his off-field issues.

Pro Bowl offensive tackle Jason Peters wants a new deal in Buffalo; the Bills need him badly.
Chicago still hasn’t dealt with linebacker Brian Urlacher’s demands for more money.
Tight end Jeremy Shockey isn’t happy with his role with the New York Giants.
Raiders coach Lane Kiffin, with some shiny new toys, must win now.
Two key Eagles—running back Brian Westbrook and cornerback Lito Sheppard—are unhappy and could disrupt camp.
The Cowboys might have to cut receiver Terry Glenn, who intends to play despite needing surgery.

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