Broncos coach Sean Payton and Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon agreed before Saturday's game that they wouldn't play their starters.

Unlike most players at his position, Sorensen knew how to block from playing offensive line and had to learn the skill part of playing tight end.

Zac Taylor and Dan Pitcher will mix-and-match a group with varying strengths while trying to avoid the pitfall of tipping plays.

The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver John Metchie III from the Houston Texans for veteran tight end Harrison Bryant on Sunday, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press.

After some initial audio issues, Hinch, Benetti and former Lions offensive lineman T.J. Lang joked that it was Benetti's fault that, right when Hinch got on the broadcast, the Dolphins scored. And Hinch sarcastically agreed. "I blame Benetti for everything," Hinch said.

Broncos coach Sean Payton announced after Thursday's joint practice with the Arizona Cardinals that tight end Nate Adkins underwent a tightrope procedure after spraining his ankle. The recovery time will linger into the regular season.

The San Francisco 49ers feel good about their tight end room, so they were willing to part with one to make room for an old friend.

Jason Kelce recently spoke about how his brother, Travis Kelce, has distinguished himself among tight end legends.

Texans tight end Brevin Jordan, who was excited to be back from an ACL injury, is now out for season with another knee injury.