Not much to offer on June 1. (NFL).(Brief Article)

Many fans believe June 1 is significant for NFL teams looking to unload or acquire veteran talent. But when we talk with coaches and scouts, they insist June 1--when teams can release veterans so portions of their contracts don't count against this season's salary-cap number--is an often overrated date on the offseason calendar.

When we look at the best of what's expected to be available this year--quarterback Brian Griese, who is expected to land in Miami--it's easy to see why they feel that way,

Many of the potential June 1 cuts renegotiate their contracts during May in order to stay with their current teams. Why? Because the market for their services is a lot softer than it was before draft weekend. The players have all the leverage in the months leading up to the draft as teams compete for the talent they require to satisfy ...