NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Holes open in a 90-man depth chart, from injuries and absences.

Smart guys who fill those holes can make an impression that has a lasting impact on their careers.IMG 0761

“That’s what this business is about,” Mike Vrabel said. “First of all, you’ve got to be able to recognize opportunity, be smart enough to recognize an opportunity when it’s in front of you. And then do everything you can to take advantage of it.

"If you get reps with the first-team, second-team, whatever team, it’s an opportunity. So some guys historically have been able to recognize when

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