The Facts: Romeo Crennel doesn't know when Edwards will return from a torn knee ligament, but the coach said Edwards won't be cleared to practice and play until close to the beginning of the season. "When that is, I'm not sure," Crennel said. "But we can't take him until they release him. They're going to release him when he gets well. When that is, I don't know."

Diehards Line:According to those who follow the team closely, if Edwards isn't ready, Dennis Northcutt and Joe Jurevicius would be the starting receivers. Once Edwards is able to go full speed, Northcutt would be able to move back into the No. 3 role.