Updated: May 26, 2004, 3:39 PM ET

Whispers from around the NFL

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By Pro Football Weekly
  • The Buccaneers were very impressed with the professional attitude rookie WR Michael Clayton showed in the team's minicamp and believe he might contribute sooner than expected.

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  • Sources close to the Redskins say CB Fred Smoot has shown tremendous dedication to the finer details of the game, such as film study, this offseason -- something that rubbed off from former teammate Champ Bailey, a notoriously disciplined player.

  • We hear the Seahawks' concerns over a possible contract holdout by TE Itula Mili have been offset somewhat by the greatly improved performance this offseason by former first-round pick Jerramy Stevens, who looked great in the team's first minicamp.

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