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August, 3, 2009

Aug 3

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By Pat Yasinskas

Posted by ESPN.com's Pat Yasinskas

SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- Time for a quick trip through the headlines for the rest of the NFC South before I head out to the first practice of Carolina's camp.

SAINTS

For those who thought Reggie Bush wasn't physical enough, the running back has been mixing it up with linebackers.
Rookie Malcolm Jenkins now has missed five practices as he waits for a contract agreement. Each practice he misses is putting Tracy Porter one step closer to being the opening-day starter.
Our Chris Mortensen had his bus out at camp Sunday. I'll have a subcompact rental car out there Wednesday and Thursday.

FALCONS

The current tab for Roddy White's holdout is nearly $32,000. It could be up to almost $48,000, if he doesn't show today.
White's holdout aside, Daniel Cox writes the Falcons are showing the right attitude early in camp.
Once again, veteran receiver Brian Finneran says he's just trying to earn a roster spot.
Sounds like the chemistry between tight end Tony Gonzalez and quarterback Matt Ryan is developing quite nicely.

BUCCANEERS

Tampa Bay's quarterbacks struggled Sunday. Just a hunch, but I don't think that will be the only time that happens this summer.
Tight end Kellen Winslow admitted he still is working to learn the offense and is trying to adjust to the Florida heat. Note to Winslow: You could have gotten a jump on both by spending the entire offseason in Tampa.
Coach Raheem Morris wasn't happy with the tempo of practice Sunday, so he changed it dramatically.

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Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Carolina Panthers, Roddy White, Kellen Winslow, Raheem Morris, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Brian Finneran, Tracy Porter, Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, Chris Mortensen, Carolina Panthers, Malcolm Jenkins, Matt Ryan, Tony Gonzalez, Reggie Bush

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