Still, this is the time of year when most clubs project confidence and optimism that, if everything falls into place, they could wind up in the playoffs and maybe even vie for a Super Bowl berth.

There's only so much meaning that can be squeezed from the NFL preseason, but these 32 players are all worth keeping an eye on.

Mike Vrabel on Friday’s preseason opener: “Most everyone that’s healthy should expect to play in the game. How long they’ll ...