Thursday, August 31
Air McNair given the green light

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Steve McNair has plenty of targets to shoot for.
Steve McNair doesn't think twice when he sees a receiver racing past a cornerback now. That's because new offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger has told McNair to air it out, writes ESPN.com's John Clayton. Tennessee's defense will be in attack mode, too, with a faster linebacking corps.

Clayton's visit to Nashville concluded his training camp tour of all 31 teams. Below are Tom Oates' and Mark Cannizzaro's reviews of the offseason for every club, complete with 2000 preseason schedules and camp dates and sites.

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News and Features
Titans' 'Air' apparent
With new offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger, Steve McNair will be allowed to air it out more.
Doug's diary: Getaway day
Saints kicker Doug Brien had his bags packed and car parked outside his dorm on the final day of training camp.
What's the worst thing about training camp?
Repetitive practices, uncomfortable dorm rooms and short summers are among the answers from Bristol University's experts.
Brian's song for Broncos?
Success for the Broncos won't be riding on Brian Griese's arm, but ESPN.com's John Clayton writes it's what's in his head that matters.
Broncos' defense has no-name quality
With players like Dale Carter and Neil Smith gone, the Broncos look to be younger and quicker on defense, reports ESPN.com's John Clayton.
Dallas' need for speed
Life in Wichita Falls, Texas, is fast these days thanks to the Cowboys' quicker tempo and speed receivers, writes ESPN.com's John Clayton.
Secondary has become primary concern
Without Deion Sanders, cornerback has quickly become a concern in Cowboys camp, reports ESPN.com's John Clayton.
Raising Arizona still Jake's job
The defensive-challenged Cardinals are counting on Jake Plummer to rebound from an off year to be their savior (again), writes ESPN.com's John Clayton.
Chargers turn new Leaf
Guess who's firing passes around Chargers camp and looking like a franchise QB. Would you believe Ryan Leaf? ESPN.com's John Clayton explains.
Clayton: Young Niners might make fans restless
ESPN.com's John Clayton could hardly recognize the 49ers camp -- and the coaches could hardly recognize the young players.
Garcia finding he has huge shoes to fill
Jeff Garcia had a good time filling in for Steve Young last year; taking over permanently poses a new set of challenges.
Raiders must end playoff drought
The Raiders haven't had a winning season since 1994. ESPN.com's John Clayton continues his preseason tour with a trip to Raider camp.
Raiders have faith in Janikowski's left leg
Sebastian Janikowski, admittedly nervous in his debut, quickly learned the NFL isn't a party, writes ESPN.com's John Clayton.
Holmgren putting his stamp on Seahawks
Mike Holmgren is putting his own stamp on the Seahawks with sweeping changes in personnel. ESPN.com's John Clayton checks in.
Linebackers key for Seahawks
Seahawks envision a Pro Bowl for OLB Anthony Simmons, reports ESPN.com's John Clayton.







ALSO SEE
Clayton's postcard from Titans camp

2000 NFL weekly schedule