More Choice, less Barber
Though Marion Barber will continue to start, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that Tashard Choice will receive an increase in carries. Felix Jones (knee) is expected to return this week, but Choice is the only back able to play at full speed. It's not clear how the committee will shake out long-term, but expect to see Choice and Barber at about 15 touches apiece this week with Jones being worked back in slowly.

Jay's in the money
The Bears agreed to terms with QB Jay Cutler on a two-year extension through 2013, including $30 million in "new" money and $20 million guaranteed. The deal comes in at essentially $50 million over four and a half years, which is a surprisingly reasonable number considering agent Bus Cook''s history and the forced exit out of Denver. The Bears are obviously satisfied with what they've seen from their first franchise quarterback in over two decades.

Two-Minute Drill
Redskins coach Jim Zorn confirmed that Jason Campbell will remain the starter for Monday night''s game against the Eagles. The team also signed former Bengals LT Levi Jones, ostensibly to fill in for Chris Samuels (neck). … Despite reports to the contrary, free agent RB Ahman Green had not signed with the Packers as of Tuesday night. He may officially join the team on Wednesday. … Bucs coach Raheem Morris is resistant to the idea of putting rookie QB Josh Freeman into this week's game because of the short practice week for the game in London. … Texans coach Gary Kubiak once again expressed concern with Steve Slaton's fumbling problem. … Coach Rex Ryan confirmed that the Jets are scaling down the offense for QB Mark Sanchez. … According to GM Bill Polian, the Colts have no plans to alter their rotation at tailback. … James Jones is now the full-time No. 3 receiver in Green Bay with a knee sprain sidelining Jordy Nelson indefinitely. … Formers Steelers RB Gary Russell is expected to take over as the Raiders' starting fullback. … Ravens coach John Harbaugh assured that K Steven Hauschka is in no danger of losing his job. … In hopes of landing a starting gig next offseason, impending free agent LenDale White has switched to Drew Rosenhaus as his agent. … Patriots signed OLB Tully Banta-Cain to a two-year extension one day after releasing him in a procedural move. … The Vikings are working on a contract extension for head coach Brad Childress, with a deal expected to be announced in the next two to three weeks.

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Browns leading tackler ILB D'Qwell Jackson is out for the season after suffering a serious shoulder injury in Week 6 against the Steelers. … Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez (knee) is not expected to be return to action this week. … Jets coach Rex Ryan indicated that Jerricho Cotchery (hamstring) "feels better" this week, but his status for this week's game is unknown. … Though Vikings CB Antoine Winfield started the week in a walking boot, he has not been ruled out for Week 7. … LT Jared Gaither insists he'll "definitely'' be ready to return to the lineup when the Ravens come out of their Week 7 bye. … Bengals OT Andre Simth (foot) will return to team practice Wednesday. … Seahawks WLB LeRoy Hill (groin) and CB Marcus Trufant (back) returned to practice Tuesday. Trufant has spent the first six weeks on the PUP list. … Bucs placed FB B.J. Askew on the Non-Football Injury list due to neck and back injuries sustained in a weekend car accident. Earnest Graham is expected to take over lead-blocking duties.

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