The Facts: The NFL finally has made a decision about Bryant. The Steelers have announced that the league has informed Bryant that he may participate in all preseason activities, including practices and games.

Diehards Line:The next question is whether Bryant will be reinstated for the start of the regular season. He will continue to be evaluated as to his readiness to participate in regular-season activities under the terms of his conditional reinstatement. The reinstatement of Bryant, which occurred in April, authorized Bryant to participate in the offseason program and conditioned training camp and preseason participation on Bryant making appropriate clinical arrangements in Pittsburgh for ongoing drug treatment. Five days ago, Bryant actually suited up for practice before being stopped from taking the field by G.M. Kevin Colbert. Bryant now has the green light to practice and to play in the preseason. ... We'll continue to watch for more.