NFL Training Camp Over the Years

Redskins quarterback Sonny Jurgensen (9) and teammates listen to head coach Vince Lombardi at R.F.K. Memorial Stadium.

Jets head coach Weeb Ewbank pokes the stomach of Dave Foley on the first day of training camp at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y.

Quarterback Joe Namath demonstrates his throwing form at the Jets' training camp at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y.

Steelers running back Franco Harris signs autographs for young fans after training camp at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Penn.

Defending is Bill Thompson's business, as he sharpens his skills from his right cornerback position for the Broncos.

The Dolphins begin a day of training with a 12-minute run in the heat of Miami.

Steelers wide receivers John Stallworth (82) and Lynn Swann pose during training camp at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Penn.

The Redskins' new head coach Joe Gibbs leads the rookies in exercise drills during the first day of training camp in Carlisle, Penn.

Vikings head coach Bud Grant reviews a play with his offense during training camp in Mankato, Minn.

The Bears' new head coach Mike Ditka smiles during training camp at Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Ill.

The Giants' new head coach Bill Parcells shouts instructions to his players at training camp in Pleasantville, N.Y.

Broncos rookie quarterback John Elway does pull-ups during training camp at University of Northern Colorado.

Miami quarterback Dan Marino and teammates struggle through a 12-minute run at Dolphins' training camp in Miami.

Mike Singletary helps teammate Wilber Marshall stretch during Bears training camp at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

Jim McMahon and Walter Payton sign autographs for fans during training camp at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

Steelers defensive coordinator Tony Dungy instructs his players during a training camp session.

The popular Walter Payton signs autographs during training camp.

Future Hall of Famers Joe Montana and Steve Young loosen up during 49ers training camp at Sierra College in Rocklin, Calif.

Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe stretches during training camp at Bryant College in Smithfield, R.I.

Running backs Jerome Bettis (36) and Tim Lester work on their form at Rams' camp. Bettis was the first round selection, 10th overall, of the Rams from the University of Notre Dame.

Legendary Packers defensive end Reggie White takes a bike ride as two fans try and chase him down.

Placekicker Tony Meola (1), who served as goalkeeper during the U.S. soccer team's 1994 World Cup run, stretches with Nick Lowery during Jets training camp at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y.

Former Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard (left) and teammate Willie Jackson sign autographs while standing in trash cans filled with ice water during training camp for the expansion Jaguars at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus.

Dallas offensive lineman Nate Newton attempts to run sprints.

Miami new head coach Jimmy Johnson drills rookie linebacker Zach Thomas during opening day of Dolphins' training camp in Davie, Fla.

Emmitt Smith and Michael Irvin ride in a golf cart during the Cowboys training camp at St. Edwards University in Austin, Texas.

Bryant Young (97) greets teammate Ken Norton Jr. during 49ers training camp.

Quarterbacks Ty Detmer, Thad Busby, Mike Cook and Tim Couch practice taking snaps from the shotgun formation at the Browns training camp. This was Cleveland's first season of football since Art Modell moved the original franchise to Baltimore following the 1995 season.

St. Louis quarterback Kurt Warner signs autographs following the Rams' practice during training camp at Western Illinois University in Macomb, Ill.

Colts quarterback Peyton Manning drops back with backup quarterbacks Pete Gonzalez (left) and Kelly Holcomb (right) during a drill at the teams' training camp in Terre Haute, Ind.

New England wide receiver Terry Glenn loses possession of the ball to a dog during Patriots training camp in Foxboro, Mass.

Eddie George gives Bruce Matthews a towel after he was doused with a bucket for his 40th birthday after practice at the Titans' training camp in Nashville, Tenn.

Pro wrestler Brock Lesnar fights through the offensive line in a morning drill during Vikings training camp in Mankato, Minn. Lesnar played during the preseason for Minnesota, but ended up being a late cut.

Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer looks to throw during training camp at Aliso Viejo, Calif.

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady and wide receiver Randy Moss get in sync during a training camp practice in Foxboro, Mass.

Newly acquired quarterback Michael Vick (7) speaks with veteran Donovan McNabb during Eagles training camp in Philadelphia.

Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez shows off his receiving skills at training camp in Cortland, N.Y.

Broncos guard Zane Beadles dives into the mud as rookies partake in the slip and slide fumble drill during training camp at Dove Valley in Englewood, Colo.

Chargers defensive end Antonio Garay, a man of many hairstyles, signs autographs for fans.

Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery stretches prior to practice during training camp at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Ill.

Texans defensive end J.J. Watt takes a selfie with a fan after training camp practice in Houston.

Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III takes a selfie with a group of fans after training camp practice in Richmond, Va.