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Love said Tuesday that he's optimistic he and the Packers will agree to terms on a new contract extension before the start of training camp July 22, Matt Schneidmanof The Athletic reports.

Advice: Love, who has participated in the entirety of Green Bay's offseason program, didn't go into detail about his ongoing contract negotiations, but he did answer "yes" when asked whether he felt a deal would be finalized before camp. The 2020 first-round pick is coming off a breakout 2023 campaign and entering the final year of his current contract, and while his attendance has been crucial for a young offense now working to take the next step, it's possible that Love would refuse to suit up for preseason action if he were still without a long-term deal come August. By the sound of things, though, he and the Packers may not be far apart in negotiations. Rotowire.com Tuesday, 2:35 pm

Jones (knee) isn't participating in 11-on-11 drills during June minicamp but said Tuesday that he expects to be ready for the first day of training camp, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.

Advice: Jones said his right knee feels "really good" coming off ACL surgery, and that his cuts now feel cleaner than they did earlier this spring. Back in OTAs, Jones managed to shed his knee brace and take part in some 7-on-7 drills, so by all indications his progress has been encouraging. The Giants remain committed to the 2019 first-round pick as their starting quarterback, with Drew Lock positioned in a clear backup role, but this could well be a make-or-break season for Jones. Rotowire.com Tuesday, 10:29 am

Watson (shoulder) is throwing passes in 7-on-7 drills Tuesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Advice: It's the first time Watson has thrown passes in 7-on-7s during the offseason, making this a tangible step forward on the first day of June minicamp. He seems to be on track for 11-on-11s at the start of training camp in late July, although it's not a guarantee given that the Browns seem inclined toward caution with his recovery. Watson had surgery last November to repair a displaced glenoid fracture in his right shoulder -- an uncommon injury without any known precedent among NFL quarterbacks. He seems to be progressing as the Browns had hoped, with Petrak noting that Watson's throwing velocity looked good during Tuesday's practice. Rotowire.com Tuesday, 9:08 am

Jones (knee) won't do team drills at June minicamp but may be ready by training camp, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

Advice: Updates this spring suggest Jones' recovery is coming along well, with the QB saying in late May that he anticipates starting Week 1. He participated in some 7-on-7 drills at OTAs and has already shed his knee brace during workouts. For now, Drew Lock will continue taking most of the first-team QB reps in 11-on-11s. Rotowire.com Tuesday, 8:06 am

Jets HC Robert Saleh said Aaron Rodgers did not report to mandatory minicamp on Tuesday.

Advice: Rodgers’ absence is unexcused, meaning he is subject to fines for missing the practice. According to Saleh, Rodgers is away for an event that is “important to him.” Rodgers has been practicing with the team all spring, but his absence on Tuesday is surprising and will undoubtedly make for an interesting talking point. It goes without saying that Rodgers will play a vital role in how far the Jets can go in 2024 after a torn Achilles ended his season just four plays into the year. Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas are also banking on a big season from Rodgers, as both appear to be on the hot seat following a disastrous few seasons. With minicamp scheduled to run until Thursday, June 13, it’s possible Rodgers reports before the team heads to summer break. Rotoworld Tuesday, 7:51 am