Weatherspoon will not be available for the start of the Falcons' OTAs after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery in the offseason, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Analysis: The knee operation was just viewed as a clean-up procedure and should allow Weatherspoon to be a full participant for the team minicamp that begins June 18. Weatherspoon regressed from 113 to 95 total tackles last season, but that was mostly the result of his missing three games with the ankle issue.

Head coach Mike Shanahan expects Garcon to be ready for the beginning of training camp following offseason surgery to repair a partially torn labrum, ESPN.com reports. "I think Pierre, his rehab has been unbelievable," Shanahan said. "He feels very comfortable, and it's been a slow process. But he's in excellent shape, so I'll be surprised if he's not full speed, ready to go once we go to training camp."

Analysis: Garcon struggled with a foot injury throughout much of the 2012 season, but when he was healthy he looked like Robert Griffin's favorite and most talented target. The labrum injury didn't pop up until Washington's playoff loss to the Seahawks, and while the Redskins seem to think he will be fine, we'll keep monitoring Garcon's progress as the season approaches.

Nicholas will miss the Falcons' OTAs after undergoing sports hernia surgery in the offseason, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Analysis: Nicholas' procedure was considered minor and should allow him to return before the team's minicamp in June. The 30-year-old finished with 97 total tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble and an interception last season.

Wilson has been sidelined for OTAs after undergoing surgery for a torn labrum in his shoulder about two months ago, the Washington Examiner reports.

Analysis: Despite his absence, Wilson is still expected to be ready by the time training camp rolls around. Though not a spectacular corner by any means, he's nonetheless slated to enter the season as a starter alongside DeAngelo Hall.

Rainey signed an exclusive-rights tender worth $480,000 with the Ravens, the Baltimore Sun reports.

Analysis: Rainey was on the team's active roster just three times last year as a rookie, but his season was cut short due to a knee injury, which landed him on IR in November. He appears unlikely to see significant playing time in 2013, barring an injury to Ray Rice or Bernard Pierce.

Stewart (ankle) has been limited during the Panthers' OTAs, the Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis: Stewart is coming off ankle surgery and thus is only able to stretch and ride a stationary bike during workouts. With the start of the season still months away, Stewart has plenty of time to regain his health, but expect him to split time in Carolina's backfield with DeAngelo Williams and Mike Tolbert again this season.

Beason (knee) has participated more than expected during the Panthers' OTAs this week, the Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis: Beason is coming off consecutive injury-riddled seasons, but appears to be in good condition during offseason workouts. The former Pro-Bowler participated in individual workouts and wind sprints, displaying improved health. Beason will move to strongside linebacker this season and, with him healthy, the Panthers figure to boast an impressive group of tacklers.

Chandler, who tore his ACL in December last season and required surgery, was able to participate in individual work following OTA practice Thursday, BuffaloBills.com reports. Said Chandler: "The knee feels really good. I feel great. Running routes you could probably tell it's not 100 percent, but it's better than most so I feel good."

Analysis: Because this is a major injury with a long rehab process, Chandler's Week 1 status has been considered in question, but it looks like he's getting ahead of the curve. We'll know more come training camp, as the big tight end would like to be doing almost everything with the rest of his teammates when July rolls around.