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Hines figures to continue to make an impact as a kick/punt returner this coming season, Ryan O'Halloran of the Buffalo News reports.

As training camp approaches, however, Hines' volume in the Bills offense is difficult to project, given that the team's backfield also includes James Cook, Damien Harris and Latavius Murray. After heading to Buffalo in a trade with the Colts last November, Hines logged just six carries and five catches in nine games, but now that he's more up to speed with the playbook, the 26-year-old does have the ability to contribute more in 2023, both as a pass catcher or change-of-pace option. That said, it may take an injury or two among the Bills' other running backs in order for Hines to garner enough touches to merit fantasy consideration.

White, who's primed to serve as the Buccaneers' lead back this coming season, has set a goal of becoming the team's first 1,000-yard rusher since Doug Martin in 2015, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

White made his proclamation during an appearance on NFL Network's Good Morning Football on Friday, acknowledging the amount of seasons it's been since the team had a runner reach the 1,000-yard mark and adding, "I want to, of course, eclipse that." White was on the field for just 39 percent of the Buccaneers' offensive snaps as a rookie in 2022, but with Leonard Fournette now off the roster following his March release, the path to primary early down duties is clear. Also expected to work in White's favor is the fact new offensive coordinator Dave Canales is expected to place more emphasis on the running game than predecessor Byron Leftwich after Tampa Bay finished last in the league last season with 75.6 rushing yards per game.

Haskins was arrested Thursday following a pair of domestic incidents in Nashville, Tenn., Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

Officially, Haskins was charged with aggravated assault for the alleged altercations with his girlfriend. Per Wayne Steen of Scoop: Nashville, the Titans have acknowledged the situation and are obtaining more information on the matter. The NFL is unlikely to levy any sort of punishment until the legal process plays itself out.

Achane has impressed early throughout Miami's offseason activities, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN reports.

Achane has stood out as one of the most explosive players in early offseason drills for the Dolphins, particularly in terms of pass-catching and his big-play ability. Of course, non-padded drills are exactly where the undersized speedster ought to dominate, but taking Achane's success with a grain of salt doesn't mean it should be ignored entirely. The rookie third-round pick is competing for touches in a crowded backfield, with veterans Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson presumably holding the fort atop the depth chart, so it's encouraging to see him already gaining momentum. If Achane manages to earn a significant role on offense, his 4.32-second 40-yard dash speed combined with head coach Mike McDaniel's scheme could be a recipe high-upside fantasy production.

Knight (undisclosed) has been banged up at OTAs and has mostly been working off to the side, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.

The exact nature of Knight's injury hasn't been revealed, but he can ill afford to miss extensive time once training camp kicks off, as Knight will be battling for one of the final roster spots on the team. Heading into his second NFL season, Knight currently looks like the fourth running back on the Jets' depth chart behind Breece Hall (knee), Michael Carter and rookie fifth-round pick Israel Abanikanda.

Ebner is expected to compete with Travis Homer for the final running back spot on the Bears' roster, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Ebner was drafted in the sixth round in 2022, but he rushed for just 2.3 yards per carry on 24 attempts. When David Montgomery missed time in Weeks 3 and 4, Ebner did little with his opportunity by rushing 13 times for 43 yards and catching two passes for eight yards. In the offseason, the Bears signed Homer to a two-year deal. Homer was a receiving back and special teams contributor in his four years with the Seahawks. With the fourth running back role in a backfield that also includes D'Onta Foreman, Khalil Herbert and Roschon Johnson likely requiring the player to contribute on special teams, Ebner may have a difficult time holding off Homer for a roster spot.

Homer is expected to compete with Trestan Ebner for the final running back spot on the Bears' roster, Kevin Fishbain of the Athletic reports.

Homer was signed in the offseason to a two-year $4 million deal with $1.75 million guaranteed while Ebner was a 2022 sixth-round draft pick. As a rookie, Ebner averaged 2.3 yards per carry on 24 attempts and did little to earn added playing time. Homer was used as a receiving back and on special teams during his time in Seattle, but he failed to top 37 touches in any of his four seasons. With this camp battle being for the fourth running back spot behind D'Onta Foreman, Khalil Herbert and Roschon Johnson, special teams work could be the deciding factor, and Homer has an edge in experience in that capacity.

Barkley and the Giants have restarted discussions about a contract extension, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Barkley has been seeking a long-term deal with New York since he was given the franchise tag in early March, but talks between the two sides appeared to have stalled based on the running back's description of the negotiations as "untruthful" and "misleading" at his youth camp earlier this month. However, discussions on an extension seem to have since moved forward with less than a month to go until the July 17 deadline to reach an agreement. Barkley is widely expected to play this season even if he has to do so under the franchise tag, though he has hinted at the option of holding out if he and the Giants aren't able to get a deal done.

Ford will remain the Browns' top kick returner in 2023, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Ford, who was Cleveland's primary returner on kickoffs last year, will retain those duties even though his role on offense will expand as the No. 2 running back behind Nick Chubb. Cleveland running backs coach Stump Mitchell is confident Ford can step in as the top backup, a role handled by Kareem Hunt the last four seasons, noting Ford's strong work this spring on pass protection.

Nwangwu was frequently was used alongside quarterback Kirk Cousins in 11-on-11 snaps during Wednesday's minicamp workout, The Athletic reports.

Nwangwu is a dynamic kickoff returne but will compete for a larger role as a running back after the release of Dalvin Cook. Nwangwu enters camp battling Ty Chandler and DeWayne McBride for snaps behind starter Alexander Mattison. It's possible the backfield could be more of a committee, one in which Nwangwu's speed could afford him a significant role.