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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. -- The Chiefs placed running back Jamaal Charles on the physically unable to perform list Wednesday, though coach Andy Reid said it should not be considered a setback in his return from a knee injury.Charles tore the ACL in his right knee in Week 5 last season. He had surgery soon afterward and was far enough along in his recovery that he participated in some drills during mandatory minicamp.Hes on track and hes played a lot of downs, so he knows what he needs to do to be ready, and I think well be fine there, Reid said. The important thing is that we are patient with him in bringing him back. He knows what to do to be ready and when hes ready, well bring him back.This is the second time that Charles has undergone surgery to repair an ACL. He missed most of the 2011 season after hurting his other knee but ran for 1,509 yards the following season.Still, Charles is older now -- he turns 30 in December -- and has many more hits on his body.The Chiefs can afford to take their time with him, though. They re-signed Charcandrick West and Spencer Ware in the offseason, bringing back the speed-and-power combination that filled in well for Charles when he was hurt while making a cut in a game against the Bears.Were just going to take our time, Reid said. Were just going to make sure hes good.The Chiefs can take Charles off the PUP list whenever he is medically cleared, but that likely will not happen anytime soon. Veterans do not report for the start of training camp until Friday.Chiefs cornerback Phillip Gaines also tore an ACL early last season, but he is already close to full speed. He is expected to compete for one of the starting jobs opposite Marcus Peters.I thought he moved around great, Reid said after the first practice involving rookies, select veterans and quarterbacks. He took a lot of reps and it looks like hes put on some weight and some strength. I was happy with what I saw today. He competed.Gaines said he still has some rust to knock off, but he is close to 100 percent.Im definitely climbing toward that way, he said. Its the first time playing football since the Green Bay game (on Sept. 28), so just feels good to be able to have the opportunity to play.Gaines said there is no pain in his surgically repaired knee, just a bit of stiffness from time to time. He praised the work of Dr. James Andrews, who also operated on Charles and repaired linebacker Justin Houstons torn ACL in February, and said that he trusts his knee to hold up.I mean, Dr. Andrews is one of the best surgeons in the world, hes world-renowned, Gaines said, and everybody knows him. So if he says my knees good, then I have all the confidence in the world.Wide receiver Mike Williams, who was signed to provide some depth, also made it onto the practice field Wednesday after dealing with a hamstring injury during the offseason program.Williams starred for Tampa Bay before injuries and a suspension derailed his career.It feels real good. Thats what Ive been training for to get back out there, so its kind of good that I got an early start, he said. It feels really good to be back out here again.---Online:AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and AP NFL Twitter feed: http://twitter.com/AP-NFLPat Tillman Youth Jersey . -- Arizona raced out to a big lead and did not back off, hitting the accelerator instead. Arizona Cardinals Jerseys . Arsenal failed to take full advantage of its main rivals stumbles on Saturday as substitute Gerard Deulofeu levelled with a hard shot from a tight angle in the 84th minute to give Everton a deserved point. 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The 26-year-old finished last season with Clevelands Triple-A affiliate in Columbus after signing with the Indians in August.CINCINNATI -- Linebacker Vontaze Burfict is suspended for the first three games of the season, which is bad enough for the Bengals. Theyre trying to make him understand he needs to change his hitting style to avoid more suspensions.Burfict was suspended by the NFL for games against the Jets, Steelers and Broncos for his history of illegal hits. The final straw was hitting Pittsburgh receiver Antonio Brown in the head during the playoffs.Brown wound up with a concussion, and Burficts penalty helped move the Steelers in range for the winning field goal and an 18-16 victory. Throughout his four-year career, Burfict has repeatedly been fined for his improper play.Hes able to practice with the team during training camp, which opened Thursday with players reporting. Burfict wasnt available during the open locker room. The Bengals said he wont practice on Friday because of an injury.Defensive coordinator Paul Guenther has tried to impress upon Burfict that any further problems on the field will bring more discipline from the league, which has made it a priority to protect defenseless players.Obviously the league is making a statement, and hes got to understand they are doing that and hes going to have a red flag, Guenther said. He understands that. Hes a smart kid, and well move forward with it together.Theyve tried to get the point across to Burfict in the past, without much success. In addition to penalties and fines, hes suffered concussions because of his head-first style of play.His blow to Browns head after an incomplete pass was the type of play that made teams reluctant to draft him out of Arizona State in 2012. The Bengals signed him as a free agent, and he quickly developed into their best linebacker.Concussions, a strained neck and a knee injury that required surgery limited him to five games during the 2014 season. He was still recovering from the knee surgery at the start of last season and missed the first six games, all of which the Bengalss won.ddddddddddddCincinnati signed former Browns linebacker Karlos Dansby in the offseason, bringing in another player who can fill in while Burfict is suspended. Vincent Rey got more playing time last season while Burfict was out. Guenther said he might use different players in Burficts spot, depending upon the game situation.The Bengals were in position to close out their first playoff victory in 25 years after Burficts interception in the closing minutes. Running back Jeremy Hill fumbled, giving the Steelers their final chance. Burficts hit on Brown gave them 15 yards, and cornerback Adam Pacman Jones drew a personal foul penalty for bumping an official during a verbal altercation with Steelers on the field, setting up the winning kick.Guenther has told his players not to be goaded into losing their cool.You have to understand guys are targeting you, Guenther said. They are targeting some players. They are going to try to get underneath your skin and try to do those things.Owner Mike Brown disagreed with Burficts suspension and remains solidly in support of the volatile linebacker.Burfict is one hell of a football player, Brown said. He makes a difference for our team. We want him on the field. I regret for three games this year we wont have him, but hell be back then. We expect outstanding play from him. Hes a difference-maker. Were lucky to have him.Game notesThe Bengals hold their first practice on Friday afternoon. ... Special teams coach Darrin Simmons will try receiver Mario Alford and rookie Tyler Boyd as kick returners during camp. Jones and Brandon Tate split the return roles last season. ... The Bengals signed free agent safety Jimmy Wilson, who spent four seasons with Miami before playing for San Diego last season.---Online: AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and AP NFL Twitter feed: www.twitter.com/AP-NFL ' ' '