NFL summer break is here.Players and coaches are away from team facilities, taking time to regroup before training camp commences at the end of July. But the NFL news cycle never stops. From meditation retreats to World Cup matches taking over NFL stadiums and plenty of weddings, it’s always fun to take a look at the news stories that — for one reason or another — may not have cracked the headline stack.Here are a few under-the-radar or off-the-field stories you may have missed around the league this summer.Arizona CardinalsNew head coach Mike LaFleur might have already recruited a few new Cardinals fans before his first game (and he can thank owner Michael Bidwill for it). In July, the Cardinals posted an email addressed to LaFleur from a bride whose wedding is scheduled for Oct. 4 in Jersey City (the same day of the Cardinals-Giants game). In her well-written (and frankly hilarious) email, the bride asked that LaFleur and the team give up their reservation at a nearby Presidential Suite so she could use it to get ready with her bridesmaids. “In other words, Coach, you have unknowingly become the final obstacle standing between me and my dream wedding suite,” she wrote. Bidwill shared a response video, in which he said he’d give up the suite. Awesome stuff. — Jayna BardahlAtlanta FalconsMatt Ryan won’t stay out of practice drills. The Falcons hired their all-time leading passer and the ostensibly retired Ryan as their new royally titled President of Football. He has the final say on all things related to the on-field product in Atlanta, but his most noticeable role this offseason was as an extra throwing arm in practice. Ryan often jumped in during OTAs to throw routes to receivers during drills. “I know he’s itching all the time. Every time he gets his hand on the ball, he wants to throw it. It never leaves your body,” Falcons wide receiver Drake London said. “I think that’s the dopest thing in the world.” — Josh KendallBaltimore RavensFirst-year head coach Jesse Minter has installed a “be at your best when your best is required” phase of practice that is aimed at creating more competition between the offense and defense and putting more players in the spotlight. This has included medicine ball tossing competitions, “planking” exercises and sled pushing races. Minter knows that the Ravens team he inherits has not played its best football in the playoffs and has shown a maddening ability to drop games that it has no business losing. He’s hoping these phases of practice will improve the team’s cohesion and reinforce the importance of finishing strong. — Jeff ZrebiecBuffalo BillsOne of the Bills’ more intriguing additions is a 26-year-old who wasn’t drafted three years ago, has started just two games and played just 72 non-special-teams snaps. But fullback/linebacker Ben VanSumeren has a real chance to fill a notable vacancy. The Bills this offseason lost their only fullback, Reggie Gilliam, to the Patriots — a departure that will be felt in the locker room as much as in short-yardage situations. VanSumeren enrolled at Michigan as a fullback but was flipped to linebacker in his third season. He transferred to Michigan State, where he remained at linebacker. VanSumeren played both positions with the Eagles over three seasons, although injuries have stunted his evolution. Also of note: Buffalo is a tush-push team, making VanSumeren’s past experience in Philly that much more compelling. — Tim GrahamCarolina PanthersOn a day off before minicamp in June, Xavier Legette took Bryce Young to the country. Young, who grew up outside Los Angeles, accompanied Legette to his hometown of Mullins, S.C. (population 3,900), for a community trail ride. Young drove a four-wheeler for the first time but did not join Legette on horseback. “That was my first time driving. That was X’s (ATV), so appreciate him letting me use it. It was a lot of fun,” Young said. “I did not get on a horse. I still have some ways to go before that.” The trip also gave Young a glimpse of Legette’s attachment to Mullins, and vice versa. “It was cool seeing how revered he is,” Young added. “Really good dude. He’s always talking about his hometown, his community. So it wasn’t surprising at all to see all the love.” — Joseph PersonChicago BearsCaleb Williams’ selection as the featured player on the cover of Madden NFL 27 came with a March photo shoot in California and with the quarterback adding a twist to EA Sports’ push to recreate his “Jumpman” throw to Rome Odunze during the playoffs. In addition to reenacting that throw, Williams suggested a Chicago skyline background for the cover to emulate Michael Jordan’s iconic 1985 Nike campaign. “Honestly,” Williams said, “it’s me wanting to bring that energy and that vibe back.” No objections from the Windy City. — Dan Wiederer