Six players with plenty to prove in spring practice

Published Jun. 30, 2017 6:28 p.m. ET

Sports Illustrated, Gabriel Baumgaertner/Sports Illustrated

Whether it's a returning starting quarterback, a player returning from injury or a one picked to replace a star, there are plenty of players who need the spring to solidify their roles heading into the 2017 season. Everybody has "something to prove," but the performances of the following six players will have significant ramifications for their teams in the season ahead.