Rumors about which team might have landed the gig this time around ranged from the Panthers and Bucs to Lions, Broncos and Seahawks, as well as a repeat performance by the Jets. Wiseguys have already noted that even with the remarkably short turnaround time the "Hard Knocks" production crew has shown itself capable of, most of the shows this year would have featured too many shots of empty locker rooms and grounds crews cutting grass. But admit it: Wouldn't you like a behindthescenes glimpse at "Quarterback Controversy Brewing in Denver" right about now, including whether Tim Tebow is still studying his playbook upside down? Or whether NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's popularity rating is still hovering within a few points of Congress?.49ers LT Joe Staley was in uniform after missing four recent practices with an undisclosed injury. He had returned to practice Wednesday.

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