Latest Round Of Rookie Minicamps Are Complete

One of the reasons Kuechly was so highly regarded in the NFL Draft, outside of his raw talent, was the fact that he was a scheme-diverse linebacker who could play all of the linebacker positions, especially in a 4-3 defense.

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“I thought (Mohamed) Sanu was everything we expected him to be. He’s going to come in here and play as a rookie and push to start and play time,” Lewis told the Cincinnati Inquirer after the mini-camp wrapped up. “I’m excited about it. These guys are going to compete for playing time and spots and make us better.”

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As reports pour in from the slew of rookie mini-camps that occurred over the weekend, you’ll get reports of some rookies who looked out of shape and weren’t quite ready for their first NFL practices, but you’ll also hear some reports of players who looked particularly good and stood out.

Gilmore was a late riser on NFL draft boards, according to draft experts, but teams loved his play making ability and size. He showcased that ability in the first set of mini-camp practices for the Bills.

Many NFL teams held their rookie mini-camps over the weekend, and often there will be plenty of rookies who have their “Welcome to the NFL” moment. Often times that comes from getting picked off in drills multiple times, getting beaten by a receiver over and over, or by an offensive lineman giving a rookie the business. Other times it happens when a coach forces a player to work harder than they used to.

The rookie seemed to take it in stride however, knowing the coaches are just trying to make him better as a player.

Head coach Pat Shurmur was also delighted with what he saw out of his first round pick:

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The Niners selected Jenkins as their first pick in the 2012 NFL Draft last month and are definitely hoping he can become a cornerstone of their franchise for years to come. His getting started on a down note will certainly not endear him to the higher-ups within the organization -- particularly his new coach.

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Harris did receive an invite to work out for the Miami Dolphins at their rookie minicamp last week, but did not sign a contract with them.

Harris ended the 2011 season at Miami with 2,486 passing yards, 20 touchdowns and nine interceptions. He had more than 8,500 passing yards in his college career.

Over the weekend, 21 different NFL teams will be holding minicamps to allow rookies, undrafted free agents and other tryout players to get their coaches better acquainted with their new additions before preseason workouts begin in earnest.

Rookie minicamps will continue this weekend for 21 more NFL teams. These minicamps will include the team’s 2012 draft class, undrafted free agent signings and other players on a tryout basis. The players will be in helmets but not full pads. Contact will not be permitted, which means this is more about on-field instruction than actual practice.

The following teams will be opening doors for their rookie minicamps this weekend: