The Facts: Since taking over as head coach, Ron Rivera has preached having competition at the QB position. In March, he acquired former Panthers QB Kyle Allen, who he knows quite well. But since then, Rivera has publicly stated that Haskins will be the starter entering training camp. With the keys to the franchise now in Haskins' palm, veteran RB Adrian Peterson has high hopes for the quarterback as he enters his second season. "I want to see him blossom," Peterson told local media on Thursday. "I'm expecting big things from him." Reported by NBCWashington.com

Diehards Line: Describing Haskins' rookie season as a 'whirlwind' would be an enormous understatement. Haskins was drafted 15th overall by a regime in Washington that had two different timelines; then-head coach Jay Gruden needed to win in 2019, while the passer was seen as a raw prospect. The rookie's first two appearances came in relief of veteran Case Keenum, and Haskins looked lost both times. However, Haskins was named the starter in Week 9, just a few weeks after Gruden was fired, and improved each week as the season went along. Peterson was encouraged by the way Haskins finished his rocky rookie season, as the quarterback's best two games were his final two of the year. Although the Redskins wouldn't win either contest, Haskins finished with a combined four touchdown passes, zero turnovers, 74 percent completion and 132 QBR in those contests. The rookie was on his way to the best outing of his career in Week 16 against the Giants before an ankle injury in the third quarter ended his afternoon, and in turn, his season. Peterson believes that Haskins has learned plenty from last season and is using this offseason to fully grasp a new playbook so that when it comes time to return to the field, the quarterback will be ready. "I know he's been in his book and he's working hard to be that leader we need him to be," Peterson said.

The Facts: The Cowboys said goodbye to Jason Witten after 16 seasons, handing the keys to the tight end room this offseason to Jarwin. With the veteran gone, the Cowboys signed Jarwin to a new contract and will give him a chance to earn a significant role in the offense. "I'm excited for the task," Jarwin recently said. "I'm grateful that they believe in me to be the future of the tight end position. It's my job to never be content with that. To just say 'I got a great deal now and I can coast.' That's never been my approach and that won't be approach in the future. Now I have to push myself even harder and prove that I deserve what they gave me." Reported by NFL.com

Diehards Line: While Witten enjoyed 15 seasons of 60-plus receptions, including 63 for 529 yards and four TDs in 2019, Jarwin has 58 total receptions in three years in Dallas. Last season, the 25-year-old earned 31 catches for 365 yards and three scores playing behind Witten. Dallas upgraded the receiver corps by re-signing Amari Cooper and adding first-round pick CeeDee Lamb, retained quarterback Dak Prescott on the franchise tag and still boasts Ezekiel Elliott to eat out of the backfield and a solid offensive line even with Travis Frederick retiring. The TE spot sits as the biggest question mark on offense, but Jarwin sits as the clear starter. The Cowboys also signed Blake Bell, a blocking tight end. Dalton Shultz enters his third season after catching just one pass last year. Cole Hikutini and undrafted free agents Sean McKeon and Charlie Taumoepeau round out the corps. In an offense that should be potent in Mike McCarthy's first season, Jarwin has the chance to play a major role. While he's shown flashes of dynamic pass-catching ability in the past, the tight end hasn't been consistent enough to be an every-game threat. He hopes learning from Witten for another year will help the potential breakout year.

The Facts: The Colts have high hopes for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. after taking him in the second round of this year’s draft, but he isn’t the only young receiver they hope to see step up alongside T.Y. Hilton this season. Indianapolis drafted Campbell in the second round last year, but didn’t get a lot out of him as a rookie. The failure to launch last year hasn’t dimmed HC Frank Reich’s enthusiasm about what Campbell brings to the table. “I’m super pumped about Parris and his upside,” Reich said. Reported by Profootballtalk.com

Diehards Line: Campbell dealt with a variety of injuries, including a broken foot that ended his season, and caught 18 passes for 127 yards and a touchdown in seven games. Reich said that Campbell will play more in the slot than he did as a rookie. Presumably that would put Pittman and Hilton on the outside of an offense the Colts hope catches fire with Philip Rivers at quarterback.

The Facts: The Steelers are banking on running back James Conner bouncing back after an injury-plagued 2019 season, but they also have high hopes for another member of the backfield. 2019 fourth-round pick Snell came up during HC Mike Tomlin's visit with Kentucky basketball head coach John Calipari on Facebook Live. "I'm excited about Year Two," Tomlin said, via SteelersDepot.com. "You know how it is, you've been a lap around the track, you kind of know how to ground is laid. He had some contribution to us a year ago and it's reasonable to expect him to just continue to take off and be a big-time guy for us." Reported by Profootballtalk.com

Diehards Line: Snell went to Kentucky before running 108 times for 426 yards and two touchdowns as a rookie. Conner only had 116 carries last season, so a return to health and his lead back status would leave less work for other backs. Assuming Snell makes good on Tomlin's projection, he should be in line for a lot of it.

The Facts: Freeman is prepared to wait until he gets a contract offer to his liking. He may be waiting forever. Retirement may be an option for Freeman, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Reported by Profootballtalk.com

Diehards Line: Although Rapoport said the more likely option is that Freeman will eventually accept whatever the best offer on the table is, the 28-year-old Freeman is disappointed enough that retirement isn’t out of the question. That comes on the heels of last week’s report that Freeman was willing to sit out the season if he didn’t get a good offer. Over the last three seasons with the Falcons, Freeman averaged more than $7 million a year. Realistically, he’s not going to get anything close to that this year after putting up a career-low 3.6 yards per carry in 2019. Retiring might be the only option if Freeman isn’t willing to settle for a lot less than he’s already received.

The Facts: As Henry's fifth season draws closer, there's a bit of uncertainty. The Chargers applied the franchise tag on Henry and he's looking for a long-term deal. Nonetheless, the talented tight end is happy going forward as far as 2020 is concerned whether it's under the tag or as the recipient of an extension. "I think it's fine," Henry told SiriusXM NFL Radio of playing under the tag if a long-term pact isn't had. "Obviously, I think I would like to get something done; just security, and long term and just with the team and the franchise. It's another year of playing football, man, that's how I look at it." Reported by NFL.com

Diehards Line: As NFL.com notes, the date to circle for Henry and the Chargers -- along with every NFL player tabbed with the tag -- is July 15, the deadline for franchise tag players to sign long-term contract extensions. Coming off arguably his best season thus far, in which he posted career-highs of 55 catches and 652 yards receiving, Henry made it clear he enjoys playing for Los Angeles and is excited about the Bolts' prospects for the upcoming campaign. Hence, playing under the tag won't be a distraction and there was no mention of any holding out. "I think I just look forward to the challenge of whatever it is," Henry said. According to Henry, there was previous conversation in regards to an extension, though nothing lately. While playing under the tag is fine by him, he is optimistic that as the Southern California temperatures heat up, so too will contract talks. "There were [talks] a while back, but we haven't really done much since," Henry said. "Hopefully we can get something going this summer and get it going that way."

The Facts: Mostert has spent time with seven teams over five seasons, but he has only 178 carries in his NFL career. This year he expects something different. After an excellent postseason that 53 times for 336 yards and five touchdowns, Mostert has earned the right to be the 49ers’ primary ball carrier. And he says he’s bulking up this offseason in an effort to be ready for a heavier workload. “I’m actually gaining some more muscle, which is kind of bizarre,” Mostert said. “I’m just trying to incorporate those things in my daily workouts so I’m able to take those hits and be one of those guys that are getting 200 carries. I’ve got to get prepared for that. And the only way I know how is to get bulky and stronger.” Reported by Profootballtalk.com

Diehards Line: As PFT notes, Mostert never was a workhorse back in college, either: In his most productive season at Purdue, he had 93 carries for 529 yards. And even in high school Mostert spent more time as a receiver, return man and defensive back than he did running the ball. This may finally be the year when we see whether Mostert can be an every-down back. He’s making sure his body is ready.

The Facts: Freeman turned down the same deal that Carlos Hyde took from the Seahawks. Freeman’s options appear even more limited now, and it seems unlikely he will find a better deal from any other team. So where does that leave the veteran running back? Mike Silver of NFL Media reports that Freeman is willing to sit out the season. Reported by Profootballtalk.com

Diehards Line: “Freeman believes he is worth more than what was being offered and has insisted he is willing to. ... Skip the season if his number isn’t met,” Silver writes. “Freeman has invested his money well and saved much of the income he’s earned thus far. Financially, he does not have to play. His current mentality is that he won’t play if he doesn’t get an offer that reflects what he believes his value is.” That probably wouldn’t be a wise move for Freeman unless he is OK with his career potentially being over after six seasons. He is 28. He has not played a full, 16-game season in 2016 when he had his last 1,000-yard rushing season and made his last Pro Bowl.

The Facts: Hyde reached agreement with the Seattle Seahawks, per multiple reports. Reported by ESPN.com

Diehards Line: The Seahawks had been focused on Devonta Freeman, who kept them waiting. They moved on to the Texans productive back and get some key depth in Hyde. ... An updated and more complete version of this story is now available here.

The Facts: Sanders caught attention earlier this week for using the term “MVP year” repeatedly in a workout video posted on his Instagram account. The Eagles running back also caught some raised eyebrows. He said what he said. Sanders later doubled down on Twitter when questioned about his declaration. “My confidence is through the roof and I know what I can do for this team,” Sanders wrote. “I ain’t apologizing for saying that, just don’t be surprised when it happen!” Reported by Profootballtalk.com

Diehards Line: As PFT's Charean Williams notes, the payoff for anyone betting on Sanders would be huge. DraftKings gives Sanders +20000 odds, tying him with Travis Kelce, Joe Mixon, Chris Godwin and Mike Evans and behind the likes of Mitchell Trubisky, Taysom Hill, Tyrod Taylor and Jameis Winston. (Patrick Mahomes is the favorite at +400.) Sanders, 23, had 229 touches for 1,327 yards and six touchdowns as a rookie. The Eagles still could add a veteran to the mix before training camp, with Devonta Freeman among the backs they have shown interest in. But Sanders is at the top of the depth chart and expected to see more playing time and more touches this season. Still, as Williams pointed out, a running back hasn’t won the MVP award since Adrian Peterson in 2012 with quarterbacks winning 12 of the previous 13 MVP awards. So it’s more likely if an Eagle wins the award it would be Carson Wentz.