Elsewhere around the NFL:

Dallas: Cowboys coach Wade Phillips confirmed Friday that Roy Williams will have to compete to keep his starting job in 2010. “We are going to play the best player, no matter what,” Phillips said. The Dallas Cowboys’ alternatives are Kevin Ogletree and Patrick Crayton, though Crayton is much better suited for the slot. Ogletree has legitimate talent and is a player to monitor closely in dynasty leagues. Williams, due nearly $13 million in 2010, could enter the season as a backup/fourth receiver.

New York: The NY Daily News reports that the Jets are exploring extension talks with All-Pro CB Darrelle Revis. Revis is the focal point of New York’s No. 1 pass defense, blanketing No. 1 receivers to force opponents to beat the New York Jets with inferior weapons. Beat writer Rich Cimini reports that “there’s definitely something cooking there.” Revis’ rookie contract is currently set to void after the 2010 season.

Chicago: Free agent Brian Westbrook said Friday that he would “love” to play for the Chicago Bears. Chicago could use an explosive change of pace for Matt Forte, especially in new coordinator Mike Martz’s up-tempo scheme. When healthy, Westbrook’s skill set is similar to former Martz back Marshall Faulk. “They have a pretty good quarterback there (Jay Cutler); great defense,” Westbrook noted. “There’s no question that I would love to definitely play in Chicago.”

Washington: Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan strongly indicated Friday that Clinton Portis will return as the team’s starting tailback in 2010. “He’s our running back,” Shanahan said. “I expect him to be in great shape and do everything he can to be the best player,” the new coach added. “If he does that, I know what type of ability he has. Hopefully, he can help us win.” The Skins are apparently convinced that, despite a ton of wear and tear, the 28-year-old Portis can regain form in their zone-blocking scheme.

2010 NFL Draft: NFL Network’s Charley Casserly reports that Notre Dame QB Jimmy Clausen (toe surgery) is unlikely to get in a full workout before April’s draft. The full workout would consist of “running, cutting and dropping.” It sounds like Clausen should be ready for his NFL team’s summer camps, but he apparently won’t be able to throw for evaluators at the Irish Pro Day. We’d say this was a slight concern if Clausen was a serious candidate to be drafted No. 1 overall, but Sam Bradford has clearly emerged as the favorite.

Raiders coach Tom Cable confirmed that Michael Bush will be the starting RB for week five. Bush and Justin Fargas will likely split carries until one of backs establishes himself as the clear interim starter. The Raiders entire offense will have a tough time moving the ball this Sunday against a stout Giants defense.

Matt Hasselbeck Likely to Start Sunday:

Seattle Seahawks QB Matt Hasselbeck (ribs) returned to a full practice on Thursday. Hasselbeck will likely get the start this Sunday, however he is not 100% and the Seahawks offensive line has numerous injuries.

Michael Crabtree will play in Two Weeks:

San Francisco offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye indicated that Michael Crabtree will break into the offense as a slot receiver in the third-down package. “I think it will be easier if he had a concentrated package,” Raye said of getting Crabtree ready for action in two weeks time. “And right now, in my mind, that would be the third-down package.” At this point, Crabtree has low fantasy value but he could be inline for starts in deep leagues in the latter portion of this season.

Roy Williams Status for Week Five is Uncertain:

Dallas Cowboy’s coach Wade Phillips informed reporters that WR Miles Austin would start if Roy Williams (ribs) is held out this week at Kansas City. Williams is in the record as believing he would play, but it appears that Williams playing status could be a game-time decision.

Matthew Stafford Likely to Miss Week Five:

Detroit QB Matthew Stafford (knee) missed practice Thursday and is considered unlikely to play this week. Daunte Culpepper will get the start if Stafford cannot play.

Jerome Harrison to be the Featured RB in Cleveland:

Browns coach Eric Mangini gave RB Jerome Harrison a seal of approval on Thursday. “Now we have two guys that can go in and play first, second or third down, and do it well,” Mangini said. We expect Harrison to be the starting RB in Cleveland for the rest of the season.

Clinton Portis Injury Report:

Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (calf, ankles) has not been listed on the Redskins injury report this week. Even though Portis didn’t practice last week, he still received 25 carries. Expect the off-injured RB to have a big day this weekend against the Panthers poor rush defense.

Wes Welker Injury Report:

New England WR Wes Welker (knee) was limited again on Thursday. Welker said Wednesday that his knee feels “as good as can be expected.” Expect Welker to play this Sunday and have a solid game.